Chardon Valley Horse Trials

05/21/2024

While we are no longer hosting shows we still want to encourage others to support these venues. There’s no money to be made, but the experience is worth its weight in gold. If you can help our friends in Indiana out, please do.

11/21/2023

**Edit- they have found a home.

Anyone interested in some bridle numbers? These are all unused, up to #200 but not an entire set and some duplicates. There are also an assortment of gently used ones I can throw in if someone wants them. Just pay for shipping or stop by and get them. I could have them at the memorial this Sunday if you want to grab them then, just let me know.

11/10/2023

https://www.starksfamilyfh.com/obituaries/randall-pielemeier

Randall Pielemeier, 57, of Decatur, passed away early Saturday morning, November 4, 2023 at Kairos Dwelling in Kalamazoo. He was born on May 30, 1966 in St. Joseph, MI, the son of John and Mary (Wilcox) Pielemeier. Randy was a 1985 graduate of St. Joseph High School and a graduate of Andrews Univers...

11/06/2023

Randy Pielemeier lost his battle with cancer this past weekend. It’s a relief that he is no longer suffering. 6 months is a long time to be so sick, the disease ravaged his body so bad that he was in constant agony. I am fine, thankful actually for him to move on to a better place. Remember that I have been doing things pretty much by myself for the last six months so it’s not a sudden shock. I have Rae Kidman living in the basement apartment and she is a great support. No, I still do not need food. I do need a crew to help move a lot of hay, soon.

He did not want a big funeral so we are working on organizing a memorial at the VFW in Decatur, date TBD. I’m working on the obituary and will share that link as soon as I have one.

07/15/2023

***Event cancelled *** Well, after some discussion we have decided that it is not possible to hold our Horse Trials this year after all. Many of you are aware that Randy is battling brain cancer, Primary Glioblastoma to be exact. After our Derby last week the farm owner and board decided it would be too much to try to hold the event as well. We apologize for those who were planning to attend this year. The future of this event is uncertain at this time but we appreciate you keeping a Randy in your thoughts.

07/07/2023

**Edit**
The schedule is final. There were a few changes made throughout the entire day so make sure you take a good look. It’s a very relaxed day so everyone should have no problem getting to where they need to be. Course maps and schedules will be available when you arrive, please drop by the entry trailer to pick them up. See you all in the morning.

I tightened up the morning Dressage times a little so make sure you are watching the schedule. I'm leaving a little space in the afternoon for those last minute (unexpected) changes that always happen, those times will most likely not change much at all but you never know. Those coming in to school tomorrow you will be parking in the same area as last year. Turn left after the little green building (bathroom) towards cross country and follow the signs to park. You will pass the office so remember to waive to me as you go by!

Online horse show scores for horse trials, three day eventing, dressage and other equestrian events, also info for horseback riders and riding stables.

07/06/2023

Regarding our USEA Horse Trials in September. We are indeed planning on having our annual Horse Trials this year. We have submitted the omnibus page for editing and are just waiting for USEA to approve and list it. As soon as I have more information I will be posting it, but until then please be patient and spread the word that the show will go on! We are gratefull to everyone who has sent well wishes and look forward to seeing everyone this coming weekend at the Derby and in September. Feel free to message either Randy or Kitty with any further questions.

07/04/2023

Here it is. I can still get people in if they want to reach out to me in the next couple of days. If you do not see your name and you mailed your entry send me an email ASAP.

Online horse show scores for horse trials, three day eventing, dressage and other equestrian events, also info for horseback riders and riding stables.

07/04/2023

I’ll be posting the ride times soon. These may change a little bit before Sunday so check Startbox as the week goes on. I have left plenty of space to add people if they want to still get in. Should be a nice relaxed weekend, looking forward to seeing all our friends 😊

07/02/2023

There are still some openings for next weekends Derby on July 9th. Please email Kitty if you wish to enter. I have a few entries still to put in that are supposed to be in the mail but haven’t arrived yet. Please do not mail anything further because I will never get it in time.

06/14/2023