Mission Statement of MDDA:
The purpose of this organization is to educate
members and the general public regarding proper procedures, safety measures and
recreational values of competitive horse driving, and to provide opportunities
for such educational and recreational experiences. Click
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Membership Information:
Annual dues are $15 for singles and $20 for family.
Member Benefits
MDDA presents Year-end Awards for "Competitive" and "Limited Distance" competitors based on points earned by finishing drives. ("Competitive" includes all distances at all events. "Limited Distance" is strictly limited to the shorter distances offered on any one day of an event, and is designed to accommodate equines whose size, age, experience or condition may prohibit competition at the longer distances.) Awards include Champion and Reserve Champion horse and driver combination in single and pairs for Competitive and Limited Distance. The MDDA Board may recognize additional placings in both competitive and limited distance. Each horse and driver combination must complete at least 5 drives to be eligible.
MDDA also recognizes new drivers with the high point Rookie horse and driver award for single and pairs. A Rookie must complete at least 3 drives during one season to be eligible. The MDDA Board may recognize additional rookie placings. Rookie status is retained only until the driver has completed 3 or more drives in a year.
Often 'fun' recognition awards may be presented.
Membership in our regional organization, Upper
Midwest Endurance & Competitive Rides Assoc offers benefits of year end
awards and tracking miles of horses in competition and a monthly newsletter. The
web site for UMECRA
For more information: Contact Jac Deweese.