Bastian Sisters Deliver At The Regional Pony Club Dressage Rally

Clare and Rachel Bastian

The USPC Regional Mega Rally is taking place this weekend at the Rancho Murieta Equestrian Center. The Dressage portion has completed with several of the area's clubs putting superb teams forward to contest for qualifying rides for this year's National Championships to be held in Woodside at the Horse Park. Deer Creek Pony Club's own team of Rachel and Clare Bastian, Daniela Zarate, and Taylor McFall (Stable Manager) ended in second place overall and will be heading to Championships!

Rachel Bastian was the star of the rally, earning the highest score of the competition aboard her trusty steed, Captain Peppermint, and was also the Champion rider of her division. She was followed closely by her sister, Clare, for the Reserve Championship. Both girls also received recognition for having perfect turnouts during their inspections.

We could not be more proud of this dynamic duo, they have been working very hard in preparation for this rally and it shows! Well done to the entire Deer Creek Team, and good luck in Show Jumping!

Dragonfire To Host Hawley Bennett July 13 - 14, 2015

Get ready for some fun in the sun and a last minute prep for Rebecca Farm at Dragonfire! We will be hosting crowd favorite, Hawley Bennett, July 13-14 for two days of jumping exercises designed to whip you into shape before the big trip to Montana. The clinic fee is $215 for two days of intimate sized groups that will guarantee that Hawley will be able to give you the attention you need to improve. The Dragonfire facility also boasts a fantastically large ring with several types of stadium and cross country type obstacles that will give you the challenge you desire. Auditors will be just as pleased with the large seating area on the raised berm and a sound system to hear all of Hawley's instruction.

Be a part of this sensational rider's team as she continues to set the international scene on fire and learn from her vast experience. Make checks out to Dragonfire and send to 13247 Orange Rd. Wilton, CA 95693 to reserve your spot now, along with your experience level. Spaces in the clinic will not be held without payment. VERY limited stabling is available for those traveling over distance for $40/day.



There will be no refunds on clinic fees unless your spot can be filled from a wait list. Late entries will only be accepted if space warrants, and will be on a CASH basis only.

Congratulations Shauna!

Crimson Twain DF as a late 2 year old

A huge congratulations goes out to Shauna Diller on her purchase of Crimson Twain DF. This three year old full thoroughbred filly by The Twain has a bright future ahead in the Event world. With her extreme athletic ability and very trainable temperament, she has what it takes to be a top performer. We wish "Cherry" and Shauna all the best on their journey together!

Congratulations Beverly!

We are very excited for Beverly Chan of Diablo, CA on her purchase of Dragonfire Lotus. Lotus has  a heart of gold and a can-do attitude that makes her a blast to ride. We are so pleased that she has found such a wonderful new partner in Beverly, and will be residing at the New Heights Training Stable under the watchful eye of David Acord. Keeping with the Dragonfire theme, she will be renamed "Peony" in her new life. Congratulations all, we wish you the very best!

Peony and Beverly

2015 Academy@Dragonfire Spring Fling Show

Come one, come all, to our Spring Fling Academy Show at Dragonfire! The show will be held on May 30, starting at 10:00 with classes for all ages. There will be something for everyone as students perform Dressage tests, jumping rounds, games, and also decorate their ponies and horses with the beauty of Springtime. To add to the excitement, there will be gifts from some of Dragonfire's spectacular sponsors for each participant to enjoy. Sign up with your Team DF trainer at your next lesson. We can't wait to see you here and celebrate another wonderful show together!

Congratulations Carrie!

Gary Glitter

Congratulations to Carrie McElvain of Billings, Montana on her purchase of Gary Glitter! This eye catching beauty is as smooth as silk and such a doll to ride, we just know that Carrie will have years of fun with him on the event circuit under the watchful and expert eye of her trainer, Martha McDowell. She will also be able to enjoy long hacks with Gary in big sky country, since he is so wonderful to ride out. Congratulations!

Congratulations Erin!

Soul Twain DF and his dam, Lady's Comet

We would like to send out a huge congratulations to Dan and Erin Serafini of Star Street Farm, on the purchase of the 2015 inutero foal by The Twain and out of Lady's Comet. This baby is the full sibling to sensational stallion prospect, Soul Twain DF (owned by Natalie Jensen). This foal brings the finest of Thoroughbred sport horse blood to the forefront, with champion eventers on both sides of the pedigree. The sire side represents over 40 current WEG, Olympic, and Four Star top ten finishers, as well as the 2013 USEA YEH Four-Year-Old Champion, Classic Twain DF. The dam is a sister to the incomparable American Champion, Courageous Comet, who has represented the United States at the highest levels of Eventing.

Star Street Farm looks to breed and produce sport horses that will make the Europeans envious, and we think they will be well on their way with this foal. Combine these top lines with the vision and skillful handling of Erin, and you have a recipe for horses that will be contenders for Team spots! We simply couldn't be more excited to have a fellow West-Coaster looking to improve what the US produces for the Eventing market. Video reference: Soul Twain DF