WDAFL November Newsletter – Western Dressage Association of Florida

Hello, WDAFL Membership!

Much of October was spent cleaning up after Hurricane Helene. We hope all of you are well, and our hearts go out to all effected, especially those in North Carolina.

WDAA World Show News!

We want to congratulate our WDAFL members who attended the WDAA World Show. Kristen McDonald and Diane Davitt provided a basket for the silent auction on behalf of WDAFL, and it raised $306.42! Thank you ladies for your generosity and support. High score WDAFL Amateur and Open riders from the World Show will be receiving their award at our annual show on Saturday evening during the year end awards and annual meeting.

We are still looking for Sponsors!

Want to sponsor a breed award at our show? Cutoff date is November 30, 2024 so that we can get ribbons in time. At the time of this Newsletter, we have the following):

Breed Sponsorships
• PH BA Registered horse – Joanne Lanzisera
• Half Arabian – Sadler Ridge Farms
• Gypsy Vanner – Cozy Pines Grand Gypsy Vanners at Dreamy Oaks Ranch
• Appendix Quarter Horse – Susan Butler
• Grade-Jackie Cavaliere
• Arabian – Pioneer Ranch
• Andalusian -1 AH LA
• Half Andalusian -1 AH LA
• Lusitano-1 AH LA
• Half Lusitano – IAH LA

Award Sponsorships
• SilverSpur Award-Team Hiser
• Weekend High Point Buckles – Anonymous

Prize Sponsorships
• Riding Warehouse
• HayChix
• Dressage Illustrated
• Pioneer Ranch (Bridle Numbers)

We would love to have your donation to our raffle table. If you have a favorite tack shop or store that you frequent, ask if they would like to make a donation. We are a 501c3 organization, and donations are tax deductible.

Support WDAFL Through the Tribute Partners Program

Save your proof of purchase coupons from Tribute® feed bags.
Download the submission form [insert link if applicable].
Use Account Number: KF1-1536 to ensure your contribution supports WDAFL!
Mail in your coupons and form (https://tributeequinenutrition.com/pages/partners-program)

Your efforts help us continue promoting the love of horses and the mission of WDAFL. Thank you for your support!

Reminder! Renew your membership!

As we saddle up for another exciting year, we invite you to renew your membership with the Western Dressage Association of Florida (WDAFL)! Your membership is essential in supporting our mission to promote and grow the sport of Western Dressage across Florida.
Renewing your membership ensures that you stay part of this growing movement and helps us continue to offer outstanding opportunities for you and your horse.
Renew your membership to stay connected, inspired, and engaged in the WDAFL community! » Renew your membership

Thank you for being a valued member of WDAFL. Together, let’s make 2025 our best year yet!

Upcoming Shows!

The Tribute® Partners Program is a fantastic way for equine enthusiasts to give back! Every proof
of purchase coupon (look for the horse chess piece on Tribute® feed bags) is worth $0.25 for our
organization. This program is for groups and organizations, not individuals.
How to participate:
Save your proof of purchase coupons from Tribute® feed bags.
Download the submission form [insert link if applicable].
Use Account Number: KF1-1536 to ensure your contribution supports WDAFL!
Mail in your coupons and form (https://tributeequinenutrition.com/pages/partners-program)
Your efforts help us continue promoting the love of horses and the mission of WDAFL. Thank you
for your support!

November 17 – Alpha Dressage Association Schooling Show – Triple J Ranch, Sarasota, FL
November 17 – Jupiter Horsemen’s Dessage Show – Jupiter Farms Equestrian Center, Jupiter, FL
November 29 – December 1 – AHAF Holiday Festival – World Equestrian Center, Ocala, FL
December 8 – STRIDE Schooling Show – Florida Horse Park, Ocala, FL
December 8 – PGHA Schooling Show – Carmalita Horse Arena, Punta Gorda, FL