The challenges of BHS TREC to reach new heights at the 2008
Welsh Championships
Competitors can look forward to some new challenges at the
BHS TREC Welsh Championships this year, especially in the
Level 3 and 4 POR sections, which will include some work at
higher altitude, with steep climbs and descents.
Held in the Brecon Beacons National Park, the various stages
of the competition have been specially designed to make the
most of the natural challenges of the undulating landscape.
It should produce a fascinating competition with the Welsh
riders and their local knowledge pitched against the top BHS
TREC competitors from the rest of the UK.
One competitor who should be well-accustomed to the Brecon
Beacons terrain is Hereford-based rider Maddy Jacob. Maddy
recently won the Level 4 class at the BHS TREC Scottish Championships
in Lanarkshire with her Welsh Section C pony, Taffechan Princess
and will be hoping to repeat her success on what is almost
'home-ground’.
Pauline Crossland and Theresa Nazer will also fancy their
chances, the combination won the Level 2 Pairs title at the
BHS TREC Welsh Championships in both 2006 and 2007 and will
be going for a hat-trick. However, this year the pair are
tackling the more challenging Level 3 Pairs class composing
a longer and more complex orienteering phase and a more testing
PTV obstacle section.
The Championships, held on 19-20 July, will offer classes
for Level 2 and 3 Individuals and Pairs, and Level 4 Individuals.
Sharon Bruce, local organiser, said: “We are working
hard to provide challenging and interesting riding routes
to show off the Brecon Beacons to its best and are looking
forward to welcoming everyone to Triley Fields”
Triley Fields Equestrian Centre is situated in 380 acres
of pastureland on the South Eastern edge of the Brecon Beacons
National Park, offering riders breathtaking views.
Helen Owens, Senior Executive BHS Competitions said: “We
are looking forward to utilising the excellent facilities
available at Triley Fields. Competitors can expect some fantastic
riding and scenery on the Welsh/English border.”
The Championship schedule is now available to download from
the BHS website, www.bhs.org.uk. Alternatively you can obtain
one by contacting the BHS Competitions Office on 01926 707831
/ 707740.
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