Idaho Miniature Horse Club NewsletterApril Fool's Day 2019

Maria Redinger, President Heather Jaillett, Vice PresidentValerie Marshall, Secretary Donna Bernardelli, Treasurer

Robin Willeman, Jamey Robbins, and Lois Cant, Directors

Both February and March minutes follow:

Minutes of February 14th, 2019 at Mr. V’s Restaurant in Caldwell, ID.Maria called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

Those in attendance: Valerie Marshall, Maria Redinger, Robin Willeman, Jessie Hunting, Pam MacFarlane, Brenda Paladini, Donna Gramarossa, Jamey Robbins, Felicia and Amy Humpherys, Jane Steele, Lois Cant, Tess Eastman, Donna Bernardelli, Janet and Ken Fries.

January secretary minutes were reviewed. Felicia motioned to approve the minutes as published on the website, and Jessie seconded. Motion passed by the club.Donna gave the treasurer’s report. January’s ending balance was $4,814.59. Receivables was $0.00. Expenses were $60.00 to ISHSA for our club’s membership to them. Total expenses were also $60.00. There are two outstanding checks in the total of $75.10. Cash on-hand is still $50.00 with Valerie Marshall, secretary and the $50.00 with Donna Bernadelli, treasurer. January’s ending report balance is $4,854.59. Robin made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report and Felicia seconded. Motion passed by the club.

OLD BUSINESSVSC: Donna B. had nothing to report, but the club brought it to her attention that Susan Welch andLynne Wing could both use cards for their husbands. Horse Expo: Jamey is working on getting in touch with the person in charge for some more details before she makes a sign-up sheet. More details will be known at the March meeting, tentatively.

NEW BUSINESSWISK: Jessie announced that the AMHR portion of her show has been approved and published on many Facebook pages if you want to take a look and the AMHA portion is still under works. Ideas for awards to sponsor were bundles that include clipper blades or grooming supplies. Harness, halter, and blanket bags are also a good idea. Outside rugs was something else Jessie said show contestants would use and appreciate. It doesn’t have to be horse related if you want to sponsor something, but sponsors are greatly appreciated!

Traveling Trophy: ISHSA discontinued the traveling trophies for their versatility awards, which the club had been sponsoring one for Small Cart Driving the past few years. ISHSA split it between large and small carts this last year but it is in the possession of Valerie Marshall since she won it last (partially). She wants to give it back to the club and the Show/Points/ Awards committees will oversee making guidelines for a traveling versatility trophy within our club now.

UPCOMING EVENTS-TVPHC Winter Schooling Show Series; March 1, 8, 15, and 22 at Birt Arena in Nampa.-IPHC Fundraiser Show March 31st at Birt Arena in Nampa.4-H EVENTS-Southern District Horse Bowl, March 2nd in Fruitland, ID at the Fruitland Middle School.-Horse Oral Presentations, March 16th, in Eagle, ID at the Eagle Nazarene Church

The next meeting will be March 14th, at Mr. V’s restaurant in Caldwell, ID at 6:30 p.m.

Jamey made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:10 p.m., and it was seconded unanimously.Respectfully submitted by Valerie Marshall, Secretary

Minutes of March 14th, 2019Maria brought the meeting to order at 6:34 P.M.

Those in attendance: Valerie Marshall, Maria Redinger, Robin Willeman, Donna Bernardelli, Jamey Robbins, Felicia Humpherys, Kelli, Sarah, and Courtney Phillips, Jessie and Jordyn Hunting, Janet Fries, Donna Gramarossa, Lois Cant, Tess Eastman, and Heather Jaillett. Guests: Valerie and Michael Alvalos, and Merry Jo Schreffler

February secretary minutes were reviewed. Everyone agreed there were no changes to be made soFelicia made a motion to accept the minutes as published on the website and Jamey seconded. Motion passed by the club.Treasurer’s report: Beginning balance: $4,914.59. Expenses were: $60.00 for ISHSA sanction fee. Outstanding checks are: $25.00 for show help last year, and $60.00 for the ISHSA sanction fee. Cash on hand is $50.00 with the secretary and $50.00 with the treasurer. This month ending balance is $4,954.69. Heather made a motion to accept the report and Jessie seconded that motion. Motion passed by the club.

OLD BUSINESSVSC: Donna is sending out cards to Pam, Sarah, and Lynne.

Horse Expo: Jamey is in contact with people in charge to find out more details about the demo. If you want more details, contact Jamey Robbins. Help is always wanted when it comes to setting up on the Thursday before around 3 pm and tearing down Sunday night around 6pm.

The club’s show and play date are locked in at the Al Birt Arena in Nampa for this year. The IDAMHC show is September 21st, and the Hallowed Hauntings Play Day is October 19th.

NEW BUSINESSWith prices going up at Al Birt Arena, we are letting everyone know to keep an eye out for other arenas that our club could potentially use for clinics if we have enough interest to have more. Thank you.

Website renewal: 1 yr is hosting $95.88, 1 yr domain is $17.99. 2 yr hosting and domain is double the amount. Lois motioned the club pay for the two year for both hosting and domain, Robin seconded. The motion was voted on and passed by the club. The payment was made by Donna Bernardelli last week.

Potential Walgreens Red Nose Day! Maria is still trying to see if it will happen, so more details to come!

Swag: If anybody wants any more club swag the club can put in another order. It will just be with a local business and payment will have to be in advance. There will be further discussion if there is enough interest shown.

UPCOMING EVENTS3/31 IPHC Fundraiser show at Al Birt Arena, Nampa4/5-7 ISHSA Spring Double Point at the Idaho Horse Park in Nampa. Check out the show bill! Many youth classes for those showing minis, and Barrel racing in the cart!4/12-14 Idaho Horse Expo at the Idaho Horse Park in Nampa. If you want to be involved with the mini club’s participation, contact Jamey Robbins.4/27-28 Treasure Valley Whips is hosting a clinic with Megan Sibiga for all driving. Beginners, long liners, ground drivers, or those who are experienced and want advice this is the clinic for you! Will be held at Al Birt Arena in Nampa, ID. Please reserve a spot beforehand.4/27-28 Lana Grieve Clinic for those working on in-hand stuff with their horses! Will be at PhantasyArabians in Meridian. Please reserve a spot beforehand.5/4 Boise's Got Faith! More details to come.*4-H Events Upcoming for the Mini HoofbeatsOn 2/23 LeeAnn and Ava placed first with their team at the Multi-County 4-H Horse Judging Contest, and individually LeeAnn got 2nd and Ava got 4th.On 3/2 LeeAnn's team placed 5th, and Ava's team placed 3rd at the Southern District Horse Bowl.On 3/16 the girls had Horse Oral Presentations at the Eagle Nazarene Church.The next miniature horse club meeting will be held at Mr. V's restaurant in Caldwell, ID at 6:30pm on Tuesday, April 9th.

Jamey made a motion to adjourn the meeting, it was seconded unanimously. Respectfully submitted by Valerie Marshall, Secretary

4-H Teams at Southern Horse District Bowlin Fruitland on March 2

submitted by Maria Redinger

Huge CONGRATS to LeeAnn and Ava and their team for 1st place in juniors team!!!! LeeAnn placed 2nd Intermediate and Ava placed 4th Intermediate!!! This was LeeAnn's 2nd time doing 4H Horse Judging andAva's 1st time. Let's say I'm very proud of these girls! Congratulations once again to my 4-H girls. District Horse Bowl: LeeAnn and her team placed 5th for Seniors. Amy and her team placed 3rd for Juniors and willbe moving on to State in July. Poor Ava was sick and missed out on the fun. Good job girls!!

ISHSA 2018 Awards Banquet

Mr. Royal and I won the Versatility small cart traveling trophy again for 2018, we also got high pointsmall driving horse. Instead of getting another buckle I asked for the mug that has a buckle emblem on it lol, it's different and neat looking. Also received another bridle bag, a longer one this time around.. I will find a use for it! Here's to another year and we shall see what it brings!

Shared on Facebook by Valerie Marshall

Treasure Valley Whips Desensitization/Bombproofing Clinic Idaho Miniature Horse Club members support and enjoy this annual event. Thanks to Jane Steele and Pete

MacFarlane for the photos and to all the photogenic equine and human models.

Valerie Marshall Amy Humpherys

Pam MacFarlane Janet Fries

Robin Willeman Felicia Humpherys

Cassie Edelman Yes,that's snow!Ken Fries

Donna Gramarossa

Jane Steele

Brenda Paladini

Jessie Hunting

Winter Warm-Up showsAmong the February and March early show handlers were Robin, Maria, Val, Jessie and Jaydyn, Felicia, Jane, Amy, Felicia, and Cassie. Brrr! You all were quite brave!

Maria and Val at the March 1 showMany thanks to Maria and Val for the pictures.

Congratulations to Jessie Hunting for this All Star Award!

Thanks for sharing, Jessie!

ISHSA Spring Double Point ShowFord Idaho Horse Park Nampa, Idaho

April 5, 6 & 7, 2019 Miniature Horse classes are Saturday, April 6.Judges: Jodie Moore & Mark McCarthy (Main Judges), (Showmanship/Trail) (Trail) 2nd Showmanship Judge TBD Show Manager: Wade Kirksey (208) 841-0854 Show Secretary: Shawn Charters (208) 830-6123 –chartersconsulting@gmail.com To pre-register, call Shawn Charters (208)830-6123, or e-mail chartersconsulting@gmail.com by MIDNIGHT,Wednesday, April 3rd.

Pre-entries for the double point will have any necessary information ready for pick-up on Friday after 2:00 p.m.; otherwise you must enter in person during the show. The secretary will collect theshow fees when you pick up your number or check in. Horses will not be allowed to enter classes unless class fees are paid, or a deposit is left with the show office. A signed “blank” check satisfies the “deposit” rule. Numbers will not be handed out without one of the above. Class scratches must be done two classes in advance of scratched class to receive a refund, or you will be charged for it. ISHSA will assess a $25.00 fee for any bank returned checks and will hold your year end points until all money is paid.

Show Time: Saturday, April 6, 2019 – 6:00 a.m. show office opens; show begins at 7:30 a.m.Arena will be open after reining until Midnight Friday evening (in and around in-hand trail set-up) and closed Saturday after Gymkhana for trail set-up. Patterns will be available for you to print off the ISHSA website by March 22nd. Patterns will be available at the show office. Entry Fees: ISHSA Classes: $12.00 per class, plus $2.00 per horse one-time promotion fee, plus $2.00 per horse one-time awards fee – for a total of $16.00 for the first class, then just $12.00 for each additional class. Permanent Numbers for ISHSA shows: If you have purchased a permanent number and requested laminated numbers, they will be available for pick up Friday at Double Point in the show office.

Miniature Horse offerings are many, so here's the list with the numbered class order:

Halter Driving10. Miniature Stallions 44. Pleasure, small cart15. Miniature Geldings 45. Youth Pleasure, small cart*16. Youth Miniature Geldings* 47. Reinsmanship, small cart22. Miniature Mares 60. Disciplined Rail, small cart23. Youth Miniature Mares* 83. Roadster, small cart

93. Miniature Driving Barrels*Showmanship26. Miniature Horses27. Youth Miniature Horses*40. Shankless Showmanship*

In-Hand Trail40. 4 years and over41. 3 years and underSee the full show bill in Events at www.idahominiaturehorseclub.com. Classes with * aren't ISHSA approved, but they sure do offer more opportunities!

Ford Idaho Horse Park Nampa, Idaho

Friday, May 31 & Saturday, June 1 AMHR/ASPC Show

and

Sunday, June 2 AMHA Show

See www.idahominiaturehrseclub.com and click on the Events page for the full show bills andspecific information about stalls, fees, hardship measuring into AMHA, and judges.

Contact Jessie Hunting at 208-244-8648 or jeremyhunting@msn.com with questions.

ISHSA/SDYHC (4-H) Open ShowJune 1, in Payette

This is an approved ISHSA horse show. Correct tack and attire are required.Classes: $6 each class plus $1 per horse ISHSA fee and a $1 awards fee.

4-H members: $30/ day for all 4-H classes or $5/class, open classes - ISHSA fees apply.Based on the number of entries, show management may combine classes.

If combined, classes will be judged separately. Pre-Entry until Thursday, May 30th

All proceeds help fund Southern District 4-H Horse Education Activities. The show bill is on our website under Events.

Bernardelli, Donna, 23128 Kingsbury Rd., Middleton, ID 83644, 859-7894 ohmcdonnas@gmail.comCant, Lois, 518 N. 21st Ave. Apt. 123, Caldwell, ID; Lois's cell 208 585-2211; Don's cell 208- 880-3488dlcant85@hotmail.comClark, Lee, P.O. Box 62, Emmett, ID 83617, 208-365-9439 Cell 208-447-9251 hollowtreehorses@Q.comEastman, Tess, 27730 Cemetary Rd., Middleton Rd., Middleton, ID 83644 208-963-2451tessetilman@gmail.com Red Barn Ponies and Art StudioEdelman, Cassie, 22834 S 21st Ave W, Middleton, ID 84644, 801-824-0338 jumpingqueen@hotmail.comFries, Janet and Ken, 920 E. Firestone Dr., Kuna, ID 83634, 208-995-1849 friesjnt@aol.comGramarossa, Donna, 17039 Amy Lane, Nampa, ID 83687 805-990-7002 Dgirishlady@cableone.net

Humpherys, Felicia & Amy, 22834 S. 21st Ave. W, Middleton, ID 83644, 208-982-8643colormefarms@gmail.comHunting, Jeremy, Jessie, Jaydyn, Jordyn, & Jaxxyn, 2199 N. Interlachen Way, Meridian, ID 83636208- 244-8648 jeremyhunting@msn.comJaillett, Heather, 11800 Sweet Ola Hwy., Sweet, ID 83670 208-584-3324 hjaillett@yahoo.comMacFarlane, Pam & Pete, 2416 S. Black Cat Rd., Kuna, ID 83634, 208-922-1685pete_macfarlane@hotmail.comMarshall, Valerie 12390 Long St. Loop, Middleton, ID 83644, 541-215-2732 Val.angel4evr @gmail.com

Paladini, Brenda, 593 N. Katsura Ave., Kuna, ID 83634, 406-599-2738 bpaladini12@gmail.comPhillips, Kelli, Sarah, Courtney, & Dylan, 22868 River Rd., Caldwell, ID 83607 208-899-9086kellip1970@gmail.comRea, Alishia & William Carlson, 1119 Johnson Ave., Emmett, ID 83617 208-365-0171/208-477-9345kick.ass.cowgirl@hotmail.com Whispering Sands StableRedinger, Maria, & Brock, 12390 Long St. Loop, Middleton, ID 83644, 509-554-4567shortmexican2mr@gmail.comRobbins, Jamey, 23128 Kingsbury Rd., Middleton, ID 83644, 208-870-3660 jameyandshady@gmail.comSonne, Jason and Ava, 12670 W. Deer Canyon Dr., Star, ID 83669. 208-995-6327. jasonsonne@gmail.comSteele, Jane, 22834 S. 21st Ave. W, Middleton, ID 83644, horse_show_mom@msn.comWelch, Susan, 2106 E. Bentley Ave.. Meridian ID 83642, 208-887-6838Willeman, Robin, 230 E. Lake Hazel Rd., Meridian, ID 83642, 208-887-3865 robinwilleman@gmail.comWing, Lynne, 1530 W. South Slope Rd., Emmett, ID 83617, Home 208-398-6007 Cell 208-891-2986ldw588@gmail.com

Look for current/future Show Bills on the Events page of www.idahominiaturehorseclub.com, and please share updated info with Pam to post events and to share your photos and experiences. Send info to pete_macfarlane@hotmail.com. Thanks!

Classifieds

Services OfferedWould you like a tune-up, an introduction to driving, or training for your horse

and you?? Come have fun learning with Jessie!Jessie Hunting is offering driving lessons, from basic groundwork and harnessing to driving to the mailbox and show driving. Use one of her seasoned horses or your own. For Jessie's availability and fees, contact her at 208- 244-8648 or jeremyhunting@msn.com .

^^^^^^^^^^^^^Are you thinking of learning to drive a single or pair of miniature horses?

See if driving is your thing before you make a financial commitment! I will teach you to drive a miniature horse using my school horse and cart. $35 per session.Contact Susan Welch at 208-887-6838. This is not a texting number; phone calls, only.

Items For Sale*Two black leather driving bridles with overchecks, brass hardware, one has a

bit, both in good condition. $25.00 each

*Two 16 gallon tubs (new at D&B are $79.00): will sell for $75.00 buy one, get one free. One is almost new, the other only used 2 years for about 2 months. Also have 3 floating heaters, one with wire cage. Take all heaters for $125.00.

*Older two horse trailer: brown, with three dividers for hauling up to 4 Miniature Horses. It has a 3' manger in front with tack space underneath and an escape door on the right side. The double doors on the rear include a ramp for hauling a cart. “Caution Miniature Horses” signs are already on the back. The tires are good and there's a spare. Asking $2,000; make an offer!

*Miniature Horse custom-made 4 wheel wagon, with green upholstery: features a driver's seat plus a passenger seat wide enough for up to 3 people. Thisis appropriate for weddings, and holiday, birthday, and anniversary parties as well as parades. The U-shaped shaft is detachable for easier hauling. The cart is in excellent condition, has new rear tires, andhas been kept inside and covered. Asking $800.00.

For the above items, contact Lee Clark 208-365-9439 or hollowtreehorses@q.com.