Unfortunately the show may have to cancel due to lack of interest from newcomers, so please get in touch with the organiser via the website if you would be interested in attending. There are only a few days left to make a decision on whether it will go ahead or not, so please get in touch if you want to go.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Model Horse Showing Masterclass
Please take a look at the following website if you are interested in learning more about model horse live showing:
Monday, April 26, 2010
BECF AGM Report
Rothersthorpe Village Hall, 17/04/2010
Present: Marion Randles, Marian Rickerby, Amanda Massara, Paul Dunning, Sue Beard, Fran Griffin
Apologies: Kelly Savage, Claire Ashworth, Ann Sheppard, Suna Akiah, Mel Baldwin, Jackie Radwanski, Beccy Fielding, Lauren Islip
This was a very positive meeting, with a number of useful decisions being made. The main points discussed were as follows:
BECF/MECS split
It has been apparent that BECF and MECs should split, given the different interests/priorities of the current BECF committee and associated members. This was welcomed by all present.
MECs will no longer be a BECF entity. MECs will now be organised by a dedicated MECs show team and we are sure they will be releasing an announcement of their plans.
BECF will fulfil the function of an information service, liaison between different groups and newcomers first point of contact. It will continue to run the Newcomers show and organise/attend hobby and model horse events.
BECF Personnel
Posts need to be discussed, defined and nominations taken. All are welcome to apply to join the committeee. One person has expressed an interest and will be contacted.
Finance
For ease of administration and hand over, the funds in the BECF account will be split in half, with half being handed to MECs. The MECs show should be self-financing, so it was agreed that the income from benefit shows will continue to belong to the BECF (subsequently there has been discussion on this point).
Communication
Communication with hobby members has been poor over the last year, and needs to improve. The blog is valued and should continue. The website should be overhauled and regularly updated as a priority. Kelly's idea of a 'four-click' site to be investigated further. Facebook, twitter accounts etc should be started and regularly updated.
Code of Conduct
..... at live shows, especially around photography. This was partly produced, but needs updating and disseminating.
Questionnaire
The results were huge, another meeting was suggested to discuss. Potential for another questionnaire to garner ideas for a hobby day etc.
Logo
BECF logo will remain as it is for the time being for continuity. It was intended to run a competition to revamp the MECs logo.
Regional Groups
Some groups are flourishing, with Yahoo groups and regular activities. Others are not. It is intended to leave the groups as they are at the moment, more can be done later, or if people come forward with suggestions/wanting to help.
Present: Marion Randles, Marian Rickerby, Amanda Massara, Paul Dunning, Sue Beard, Fran Griffin
Apologies: Kelly Savage, Claire Ashworth, Ann Sheppard, Suna Akiah, Mel Baldwin, Jackie Radwanski, Beccy Fielding, Lauren Islip
This was a very positive meeting, with a number of useful decisions being made. The main points discussed were as follows:
BECF/MECS split
It has been apparent that BECF and MECs should split, given the different interests/priorities of the current BECF committee and associated members. This was welcomed by all present.
MECs will no longer be a BECF entity. MECs will now be organised by a dedicated MECs show team and we are sure they will be releasing an announcement of their plans.
BECF will fulfil the function of an information service, liaison between different groups and newcomers first point of contact. It will continue to run the Newcomers show and organise/attend hobby and model horse events.
BECF Personnel
Posts need to be discussed, defined and nominations taken. All are welcome to apply to join the committeee. One person has expressed an interest and will be contacted.
Finance
For ease of administration and hand over, the funds in the BECF account will be split in half, with half being handed to MECs. The MECs show should be self-financing, so it was agreed that the income from benefit shows will continue to belong to the BECF (subsequently there has been discussion on this point).
Communication
Communication with hobby members has been poor over the last year, and needs to improve. The blog is valued and should continue. The website should be overhauled and regularly updated as a priority. Kelly's idea of a 'four-click' site to be investigated further. Facebook, twitter accounts etc should be started and regularly updated.
Code of Conduct
..... at live shows, especially around photography. This was partly produced, but needs updating and disseminating.
Questionnaire
The results were huge, another meeting was suggested to discuss. Potential for another questionnaire to garner ideas for a hobby day etc.
Logo
BECF logo will remain as it is for the time being for continuity. It was intended to run a competition to revamp the MECs logo.
Regional Groups
Some groups are flourishing, with Yahoo groups and regular activities. Others are not. It is intended to leave the groups as they are at the moment, more can be done later, or if people come forward with suggestions/wanting to help.
Monday, April 12, 2010
BECF AGM this weekend!
There will be a BECF meeting at Rothersthorpe in Northamptonshireon the 17th of April, this will to all intents and purposes be an AGM!
Positions vacant are:
BECF Co-ordinator
BECF Secretary
MECS Show Team (South and East 2 people required)
BECF Newsletter Editor/Producer
Others may be needed and all volunteers are very welcome.
All people are welcome to attend. If you want a say in your hobby, then please try to get there. Doors will open at 9am and we have to be out by 1pm. Hopefully there will be a fund-raising raffle.
For more information please contact the current 'stand-in' Co-ordinator Marion Randles.
Positions vacant are:
BECF Co-ordinator
BECF Secretary
MECS Show Team (South and East 2 people required)
BECF Newsletter Editor/Producer
Others may be needed and all volunteers are very welcome.
All people are welcome to attend. If you want a say in your hobby, then please try to get there. Doors will open at 9am and we have to be out by 1pm. Hopefully there will be a fund-raising raffle.
For more information please contact the current 'stand-in' Co-ordinator Marion Randles.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
BECF Photo Show Series - after Round 4
These are delayed as it took slightly longer than usual to enter all the points, but here are the top twenty after 4 rounds of shows:
1st Joliet Jake owned by Celia Gregory (197)
2nd Silver Dream owned by Wendy Goodson (185)
3rd Silver Harmony owned by Wendy Goodson (174)
4th Silver Mist owned by Wendy Goodson (173)
5th Risky Business owned by Debra Hulse (156)
6th Gunnery Sergeant owned by Ilaria Dotti (148)
7th Tetrarch II owned by Lauren Islip (145)
8th Cody owned by Wendy Goodson (138)
9th Winter Flame owned by Wendy Goodson (137)
10th Collection of Dreams owned by Wendy Goodson (128)
11th McFarland owned by Wendy Goodson (119)
12th DM Sobresaliente owned by Sarah Hindmarsh (118)
13th Ludwig owned by Ilaria Dotti (117)
14th Campion owned by Lauren Islip (117)
15th Merillion owned by Lauren Islip (117)
16th WBP Bilbo owned by Wendy Goodson (116)
17th P.R. Whispering Breeze owned by Debra Hulse (115)
18th Patawatomi owned by Ilaria Dotti (109)
19th Winter Gold owned by Wendy Goodson (107)
20th No Questions Asked owned by Ilaria Dotti (106)
So as you can see it's pretty tight, and still all to play for!
To give you an idea of these models acheivements, a total of 854 unique models have been entered into this show series so far, and any model to have garnered over 100 points over the show season will get a special award when the final line-up is announced. Thanks for entering everyone!
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
BECF Photo Show Series 5th round
Here are the dates for the 5th round of shows. After this there's only one more round until prize-giving takes place. If you have any suggestions for prizes please post a comment in the comments section at the bottom of this post. Your input is very welcome!
Factory Finish Show
10th March - Sarah Hindmarsh
Artist Finish Show
15th March - Deb Davies
Performance Show
20th March - Debra Hulse
These shows are also advertised in the MHU Newsletter, the MHCC yahoo group, and the schedules can also be found on the BECF website.
Coming soon, a CASMES live show report, and news on the MECS In Hand and Performance Championships.
Factory Finish Show
10th March - Sarah Hindmarsh
Artist Finish Show
15th March - Deb Davies
Performance Show
20th March - Debra Hulse
These shows are also advertised in the MHU Newsletter, the MHCC yahoo group, and the schedules can also be found on the BECF website.
Coming soon, a CASMES live show report, and news on the MECS In Hand and Performance Championships.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
BECF Photo Show Results - Round 4
Here we go with the results of the Round 4 Performance show. Many thanks to the judge Sarah who put lots of helpful comments on the results, some of which are posted here to help you with your performance pics.
Showing classes
A few tips for this section, nosebands should be plain cavesson nosebands in showing classes, grackles are not permitted under most rule books. Also make sure there is a contact between the horses mouth and the riders hands and the resins are not in loops. It's also helpful for the judge if you specify which category your entry is representing as rules may be somewhat different. For example in a Ridden Pony class, you may get entries representing both riding ponies (where ponies are shown with coloured browbands) and also hunter ponies (where ponies must wear a plain browband). Numnahs or saddle cloths are not encouraged in any showing class. Girths should be plain black, brown or white depending on the colour of the horse.
Jumping classes
Tips for this section - if your horse is standing still make sure they are at the start line - or write on the back of the photo that they have refused. It's not plausible for a horse to jump when they are at a standstill almost at the point where they should be taking off. Also make sure the jump is an appropriate size for the horse.
Other English classes
Tipe for the mounted games class - jackets are not worn in mounted games, white jumpers for Pony Club and any colour polo shirt for Mounted Games Association. Long boots are also not worn - jodhpur boots only. In dressage classes a halt would only be called in the centre of the arena not out on the track, for lower levels always at X, for upper levels it can be any of the points on the centre line.
Western Pleasure classes
Make sure your rider can see out from under their hat! Numbers are usually placed on the saddle pads in western pleasure classes which would have gained some extra marks for some entrants. Some of the reins were trailing almost on the floor which lost a few marks.
So, onto the winners! The Supreme Championship went to the very cute Thomas More owned by Ilaria Dotti of Italy, well done Ilaria!
Reserve Supreme was awarded to FC Cochise II owned by Lauren Islip
And finally Midnight Lace owned by Wendy Goodson gained the Reserve to Reserve Supreme.
Showing classes
A few tips for this section, nosebands should be plain cavesson nosebands in showing classes, grackles are not permitted under most rule books. Also make sure there is a contact between the horses mouth and the riders hands and the resins are not in loops. It's also helpful for the judge if you specify which category your entry is representing as rules may be somewhat different. For example in a Ridden Pony class, you may get entries representing both riding ponies (where ponies are shown with coloured browbands) and also hunter ponies (where ponies must wear a plain browband). Numnahs or saddle cloths are not encouraged in any showing class. Girths should be plain black, brown or white depending on the colour of the horse.
Jumping classes
Tips for this section - if your horse is standing still make sure they are at the start line - or write on the back of the photo that they have refused. It's not plausible for a horse to jump when they are at a standstill almost at the point where they should be taking off. Also make sure the jump is an appropriate size for the horse.
Other English classes
Tipe for the mounted games class - jackets are not worn in mounted games, white jumpers for Pony Club and any colour polo shirt for Mounted Games Association. Long boots are also not worn - jodhpur boots only. In dressage classes a halt would only be called in the centre of the arena not out on the track, for lower levels always at X, for upper levels it can be any of the points on the centre line.
Western Pleasure classes
Make sure your rider can see out from under their hat! Numbers are usually placed on the saddle pads in western pleasure classes which would have gained some extra marks for some entrants. Some of the reins were trailing almost on the floor which lost a few marks.
So, onto the winners! The Supreme Championship went to the very cute Thomas More owned by Ilaria Dotti of Italy, well done Ilaria!
Reserve Supreme was awarded to FC Cochise II owned by Lauren Islip
And finally Midnight Lace owned by Wendy Goodson gained the Reserve to Reserve Supreme.
Friday, February 5, 2010
BECF Photo Show Results - Round 4
The latest Artist Finish show has been judged and the results are in!
The Reserve to Reserve Supreme was awarded to Lauren's FC Campion, who is shown as a Connemara:
Shortly we should have results from the Performance and Factory Finish shows, stay tuned!
Many thanks to our judge Caroline who managed to judge the whole show in a few days, no mean feat with 99 classes!
The Supreme Championship went to Lauren Islip's Tetrarch II, who is pictured below. He is a Thoroughbred displaying 'Birdcatcher Spots'.
The Reserve to Reserve Supreme was awarded to Lauren's FC Campion, who is shown as a Connemara:
And the Reserve to Reserve Supreme Champion went to Wendy Goodson's very succesful Silver Harmony, who was painted by Deb Brown, a UK painter.
Shortly we should have results from the Performance and Factory Finish shows, stay tuned!
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