So for you riders in the southeast - SERA is a great organization and is
well worth your support. A good place to receive an application is to
Email Tina Hicks ( hickst@puzzler.nichols.com and ask. Tina was hoodwinked
- er, I mean graciously voluenteered to take on the duties of the
newsletter and she can provide you with info. Or can email me
(truman.prevatt@netsrq.com) and I'll get the info to you.
Truman
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>I don't know how many of you out there have a regional (or even state level)
>endurance organization to belong to but if you do and you don't then you
>should :-)
>
>I just returned from the SERA (Southeast Endurance Rider's Assn) convention
>in Chattanooga, TN. In addition to meeting lots of riders from our region, I
>heard talks on equine lameness, EPM, got to see what issues my board is
>considering, and help elect new officers. Being a part of a regional
>organization gives you a glimpse of the issues that face an organization
>like AERC all the time but on a smaller scale. You'll see why the trail
>system in your region is the way it is (hint: lack of volunteers!!!) or that
>everyone else is also concerned about good, consistent vetting procedures.
>You'll find out that they do too want to hear what you did or didn't like
>about a ride and want to make it better.
>
>Joining a regional org. also gives you a better chance to be recognized
>within the sport as they often offer their own series or competitions within
>the region where you might be recognized just for completing certain rides
>as specified by the organization.
>
>Regional organization membership lists are a great way to find training
>partners too!!
>
>You can find out if there is an organization for your region by checking out
>the endurance home page, BTW.
>
>Tina - self appointed SERA ambassador :-)
>Tina
>Huntsville, AL
>hickst@nichols.com
Truman Prevatt
Sarasota, FL