Rebecca Gabel

REGION 6 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Rebecca Gabel

My name is Rebecca Stankiewicz Gabel. I’m from Mt. Airy, Maryland, where I live with my 12-year-old Paso Fino gelding, Alegre. It is our first year competing in recognized WE shows, and we are excited about qualifying for the Region 6 champs at level 1. We hope to see many of you there!

Alegre and I found Working Equitation last year and were immediately hooked. We participated in a schooling show series at the beautiful Oak Spring Equestrian, LLC in Woodbine, MD, winning the level 1 series jacket. We were thrilled to find a sport that celebrates my passion, Dressage, provides a mental challenge to my clever pony, and accepts gaited horses.

We are having a fantastic season as members of OSEWE, an affiliate organization in Maryland. Through this wonderful organization, we have attended multiple clinics and found a fantastic group to travel and show with. OSEWE allowed me to meet others interested in Working Equitation and even gave Alegre and I the opportunity to work some cattle.

Alegre and I previously competed in gaited dressage, where he was the 2015 high point Dressage Paso Fino. We have also played polocrosse and love to spend our days trail riding. Alegre fills his free time by having fun with the kids. This year he competed at the MD Region Pony Club Games and Tetrathlon rallies.

Our favorite obstacle is the gate, despite some of the difficulties we’ve had with it. Our first show we received a negative score on this obstacle. However, with the encouragement of my OSEWE teammates, we broke down the obstacle into its individual movements. Eventually, we conquered the gate and have been getting decent scores. The other day, while walking Alegre out on a loose rein, he walked up to his pasture gate, turned on the fore, and parked next to the latch. Naturally, I finished the obstacle, untacked him, and let him loose in the field.

As for goals in Working Equitation, we are working on our pewter medal this year and plan to work up the levels. I am looking forward to seeing how far a 13.2 hand gaited horse can make it in this sport.

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LINKS	Updated	Description
Banner		Order the USAWE Banner using the form provided in the link. All banner orders must be submitted at least 20 business days (4 weeks) before your needed date.
Course Design Approval Guide	12/23/2022	Covers basic course design requirements. EOH and Speed courses must be reviewed/approved by a licensed official.
Current Members		Show Manager is required to validate rider’s entry form’s USAWE membership number. List is updated by the Membership Committee
Dispensation Certificate Application – MS Word Dispensation Certificate Application – PDF	11/1/2020	Riders with disabilities use this form to apply for a Dispensation Certificate that approves the use of adaptive equipment and other allowances.
Dressage arena dimensions		Provides Dressage arena dimensions and diagonal measurements to aid in setup.
Emergency Plan (sample) – MS Word Emergency Plan (sample) – PDF	4/25/2022	Emergency Plan instructions prepared by Safety Coordinator. (Competition Manual 4.3)
Entry Form (sample) – MS Word	2/2/2022	First page can be modified as needed. Second page cannot be changed. (Competition Manual 4.3)
Entry Order – One Day Show (L1 – L7) – MS Word Sample	3/24/2022	A sample Entry Order (Start List) for Show Managers
GIRA.io User’s Manual	1/10/2023	For competitions that want to use the GIRA.io online scoring/placing program. Use GIRA to select show participants, create your show’s Entry Order (Start List) and personalized Dressage, Ease of Handling, Speed, and Cattle Scorecards, score/place each Division and Performance Level and download Show Results in the format needed by Results@usawe.org
GIRA.io Quick Reference Guide	1/10/2023	For those familiar with GIRA who just need a checklist of steps.
GIRA.io Show Entries	1/27/2022	Instructions on setting show up to accept show entries using the GIRA online software program.
Guest Judge Card Application	1/24/2021	Judges must hold a current WE Judge License issued by their country’s national WE organization and apply for a USAWE international Guest Judge License.
Horse Recording Form		All horses competing at USAWE licensed competitions must be registered with USAWE. Complete the horse recording process on our Membership page or use the link to the left for a direct connection to the form. List is updated by the Membership Committee.
Insurance – address to use when requesting a certificate of additional insured for USAWE as required for licensed shows		USAWE 5006 Forsyth Place Boulder, CO 80303 Email a PDF of the insurance policy to Competitions@usawe.org
*Judge Evaluation form		Show Manager uses this online form to assess Judge(s) performance. (Competition Manual 7. 2)
Liability Release Form	2/21/2022	USAWE Release, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnification Agreement may be used for licensed competitions.
Licensed Official Confirmation & Contract – MS Word Sample	3/24/2022	A sample licensed official confirmation & contract
Logo (USAWE)		To use for prize lists & show advertising for USAWE licensed competitions. Visit Corporate Records for the USAWE Brand Logo Guidelines Questions? Contact the Marketing Committee
Non-member Voucher		Non-members can use a One-Time Voucher to cover the non-member fee at a single licensed (non-championship) show (one per lifetime). Names will automatically appear on the Membership Info voucher list so show secretaries can verify voucher status.
Obstacle Specifications Checklist.pdf	9/7/2021	List of obstacle specifications (per performance level) for EOH and Speed course setup/reset. Useful for Judge, TD and ground crew.
Planning Your Show Schedule – Recommended Time Allotments	3/24/2022	Recommended time allotments to help Working Equitation show managers plan your show day (Entry Order, Ride Times, Breaks, Course Setup for Performance Levels, Course Walks, Protest Filings, Awards, etc.) for Dressage, EOH, Speed, and Cattle Trials.
Prize List (sample)	1/29/2022	Suggested basic information to be included in a prize list. (Competition Manual 4.2)
Protest Requirement Summary	10/20/2021	A synopsis of protest requirements and time limits. (Competition Manual 5.3)
Recorded Horses		Show Manager is required to validate show entry’s USAWE horse recording number. List is updated by the Membership Committee.
Results Submission Guide	11/27/2021	Provides instructions for submitting show results. Updated for the 2022 show season.
*Results Sheet – WE Competition (non Gira)	11/27/2021	Use this form to report show results for a WE competition (Dressage, EOH, Speed, Cattle trials). If you use the GIRA online scoring program, download and send in the Excel file that program provides instead. Email Show Results (manual excel or GIRA file) to Results@usawe.org

Scoresheet, EOH – MS Word Scoresheet, EOH – PDF Scoresheet, Speed – MS Word Scoresheet, Speed – PDF Scoresheet, Cattle, Individual – PDF Scoresheet, Cattle, Team – PDF	Revision 5, 12/1/2021	Non-GIRA Scoresheets Secretary can manually enter EOH and Speed obstacle data in advance, as well as competitor data. Secretary manually enters Cattle trial competitor data.
Show Entries – Google Form	3/24/2022	Instructions to create an online Working Equitation show entry form using Google Form
Show Entries – Google Form Sample	3/24/2022	A sample Google Form online Working Equitation show entry form
Tack and Attire Checklist	9/25/2021	Useful for Technical Delegate, Paddock and Gate Steward.
TD Duties and Responsibilities	10/28/2020	A list of duties the Technical Delegate (TD) should complete at all licensed WE competitions.
*TD Evaluation form		Show Manager uses this online form to assess TD performance. (Competition Manual 7. 2)
TD Report worksheet		TD can use this worksheet to keep track of information during a competition that can later be used when filing the online Technical Delegate Report Form.
*TD Report form		TD uses this online form to report on licensed competitions. (Competition Manual 7.1 )

LINKS	Updated	Description
Amateur Status	1/20/2022	Excerpts from USEF Rule 1306 that defines amateur vs. professional status.
Banner		Order the USAWE Banner using the form provided in the link. All banner orders must be submitted at least 20 business days (4 weeks) before your needed date.
Competition Manual	5/12/2022	Competition Manual includes requirements for show organizers and managers in planning and conducting a show licensed with USA Working Equitation (USAWE).
Course Design Approval Guide	11/11/2021	Covers basic course design requirements. EOH and Speed courses must be reviewed/approved by a licensed official.
Current Members		Show Manager is required to validate rider’s entry form’s USAWE membership number. List is updated by the Membership Committee
Dispensation Certificate Application – MS Word Dispensation Certificate Application – PDF	11/1/2020	Riders with disabilities use this form to apply for a Dispensation Certificate that approves the use of adaptive equipment and other allowances.
Dressage arena dimensions		Provides Dressage arena dimensions and diagonal measurements to aid in setup.
Emergency Plan (sample) – MS Word Emergency Plan (sample) – PDF	4/25/2022	Emergency Plan instructions prepared by Safety Coordinator. (Competition Manual 4.3)
Entry Form (sample) – MS Word	2/2/2022	First page can be modified as needed. Second page cannot be changed. (Competition Manual 4.3)
Entry Order – One Day Show (L1 – L7) – MS Word Sample	3/24/2022	A sample Entry Order (Start List) for Show Managers
Final Competition Placement, Individual – MS Word Final Competition Placement, Individual – PDF Final Competition Placement, Team – MS Word		Scorer enters data from individual scoresheets to determine final placement (to be used by competitions not using Gira.io online scoring system and where an Excel file is not a viable option). Note: Final results must be submitted to Results@usawe.org using the official ‘Results Sheet’ Excel document.
Gate Steward Duties	11/11/2021	Describes duties related to tack and attire checks and blood checks.
GIRA.io User’s Manual	1/10/2023	For competitions that want to use the GIRA.io online scoring/placing program. Use GIRA to select show participants, create your show’s Entry Order (Start List) and personalized Dressage, Ease of Handling, Speed, and Cattle Scorecards, score/place each Division and Performance Level and download Show Results in the format needed by Results@usawe.org
GIRA.io Quick Reference Guide	1/10/2023	For those familiar with GIRA who just need a checklist of steps.
GIRA.io Show Entries	1/27/2022	Instructions on setting show up to accept show entries using the GIRA online software program.
Guest Judge Card Application	1/24/2021	Judges must hold a current WE Judge License issued by their country’s national WE organization and apply for a USAWE international Guest Judge License.
Horse Recording Form		All horses competing at USAWE licensed competitions must be registered with USAWE. Complete the horse recording process on our Membership page or use the link to the left for a direct connection to the form. List is updated by the Membership Committee.
Insurance – address to use when requesting a certificate of additional insured for USAWE as required for licensed shows		USAWE 5006 Forsyth Place Boulder, CO 80303 Email a PDF of the insurance policy to Competitions@usawe.org
*Judge Evaluation form		Show Manager uses this online form to assess Judge(s) performance. (Competition Manual 7. 2)
Judge Feedback form		Judge uses this online form to provide the Competitions Committee pertinent information regarding competitions where they officiated.
Liability Release Form	2/21/2022	USAWE Release, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnification Agreement may be used for licensed competitions.
Licensed Official Confirmation & Contract – MS Word Sample	3/24/2022	A sample licensed official confirmation & contract
Logo (USAWE)		To use for prize lists & show advertising for USAWE licensed competitions. Visit Corporate Records for the USAWE Brand Logo Guidelines Questions? Contact the Marketing Committee
Non-member Voucher		Non-members can use a One-Time Voucher to cover the non-member fee at a single licensed (non-championship) show (one per lifetime). Names will automatically appear on the Membership Info voucher list so show secretaries can verify voucher status.
Obstacle Specifications Checklist.pdf	9/7/2021	List of obstacle specifications (per performance level) for EOH and Speed course setup/reset. Useful for Judge, TD and ground crew.
Paddock-Steward-Duties-.pdf	11/11/2021	A list of duties the Paddock Steward should complete at all licensed WE competitions.
Planning Your Show Schedule – Recommended Time Allotments	3/24/2022	Recommended time allotments to help Working Equitation show managers plan your show day (Entry Order, Ride Times, Breaks, Course Setup for Performance Levels, Course Walks, Protest Filings, Awards, etc.) for Dressage, EOH, Speed, and Cattle Trials.
Prize List (sample)	1/29/2022	Suggested basic information to be included in a prize list. (Competition Manual 4.2)
Protest Requirement Summary	10/20/2021	A synopsis of protest requirements and time limits. (Competition Manual 5.3)
Recorded Horses		Show Manager is required to validate show entry’s USAWE horse recording number. List is updated by the Membership Committee.
Results Submission Guide	11/27/2021	Provides instructions for submitting show results. Updated for the 2022 show season.
*Results Sheet – WE Competition (non Gira)	11/27/2021	Use this form to report show results for a WE competition (Dressage, EOH, Speed, Cattle trials). If you use the GIRA online scoring program, download and send in the Excel file that program provides instead. Email Show Results (manual excel or GIRA file) to Results@usawe.org

Scoresheet, EOH – MS Word Scoresheet, EOH – PDF Scoresheet, Speed – MS Word Scoresheet, Speed – PDF Scoresheet, Cattle, Individual – PDF Scoresheet, Cattle, Team – PDF	Revision 5, 12/1/2021	Non-GIRA Scoresheets Secretary can manually enter EOH and Speed obstacle data in advance, as well as competitor data. Secretary manually enters Cattle trial competitor data.
Scribe Duties	10/28/2020	Useful for Scribe.
Show Entries – Google Form	3/24/2022	Instructions to create an online Working Equitation show entry form using Google Form
Show Entries – Google Form Sample	3/24/2022	A sample Google Form online Working Equitation show entry form
Tack and Attire Checklist	9/25/2021	Useful for Technical Delegate, Paddock and Gate Steward.
TD Duties	10/28/2020	A list of duties the Technical Delegate (TD) should complete at all licensed WE competitions.
*TD Evaluation form		Show Manager uses this online form to assess TD performance. (Competition Manual 7. 2)
TD Report worksheet		TD can use this worksheet to keep track of information during a competition that can later be used when filing the online Technical Delegate Report Form.
*TD Report form		TD uses this online form to report on licensed competitions. (Competition Manual 7.1 )
USEF GR1306 Professional/Volunteer Status	USEF 2022	Each rider is required to declare their professional or amateur status upon renewing their USAWE membership each year. Riders must comply with USEF Rule GR1306 that defines amateur and professional status.

USAWE Logo design by Alexandra Crippen of Crippen Designs.

The logo represents the four trials of Working Equitation and highlights the diversity for which the sport is known in the United States.

The first image depicts a mule, being ridden in Western tack and attire in the Dressage trial.
The second image showcases an Iberian horse in traditional Iberian tack and attire performing in the EOH trial.
The third image shows a horse of indeterminate breeding and a rider in English tack and attire, competing in the Speed trial.
Together, all three riders represent a team competing together in the Cattle trial. Although the cow is not shown directly, the three teammates are working in concert. The image is intended to elicit the feeling of excitement and movement as the team moves their designated cow toward the holding pen to the far right, off the page. (Think of it as a “silent cow”, much as the letter “e” at the end of a word is often referred to as “the silent ‘e'” in recognition of its existence without being read aloud).

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Rebecca Gabel

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Rebecca Gabel

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