To all of the DMF family,
After long consideration and immense gratitude for the incredible support that we have received over the years, I have made the incredibly difficult decision to not continue to run the Downeast Medal Finals.
This decision was not made lightly. Some amazing memories have been made in Skowhegan, Maine with all of you. It has been a great honor to watch every rider grow and mature. Watching the Walk Trot kids move up the ladder and eventually ride in the Junior division, seeing those young riders become the captains of their teams in the team challenge. Watching the adults go from the Long Stirrup all the way up to the Adult division. The memories are endless and very gratifying, especially the riders who have gone on to show at the National level and succeed, those juniors who have gone on to become professionals and bring their students back to show at their first “big” final.
All of the goals that were set for DMF 17 years ago have been met… truly advancing the quality of hunt seat riding in the state of Maine, bringing a show with a National level feel to the riders of Maine, helping to educate future riders, running a show that is fun, affordable and a show that nurtures a feeling of camaraderie amongst its riders and trainers. Bringing back the importance of the exhibitors.
We raised the bar and I am forever grateful to everyone who helped to accomplish this along the way. The staff who always went above and beyond to make each rider feel special. It has been a privilege to work with such a professional and caring group of people. Our sponsors who continued to support us year after year. The shows who ran the qualifying classes. The trainers who always brought students and constantly offered their help. To everyone who shared my vision of a fun, educational and competitive show, thank you. There are so many memories that will stay with me forever.
As this chapter closes, my heart is full. I cannot express how much this experience has meant to me. I will still be out there rooting you all on. Please feel free to stay in touch and send pictures of all of your various exploits with these animals that we are so lucky to have share our lives.
From the bottom of my heart I thank each and every one of you for letting us be a part of your lives and for being such a vital part of ours.
Many thanks,
Ginger

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