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SANTA CRUZ COUNTY HORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION May 2017
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Last weekend I attended the Buck Brannaman Clinic held in Morgan Hill. I saw several of our members participating in this annual four day event. A number of other members attended as observers, just as I did. This clinic was hosted by SCCHA Board Member Bonnie Stoehn, who has trained with Buck for many years. I think we all were in awe of all the great horsemanship that we observed.
In past years, the Club has hosted many skilled clinicians. At various times we have sponsored clinics by well known trainers such as Ray Hunt, Peter Campbell, Don Douglas, Buster McClaury, Sally Swift, Pat Parelli, Chris Cox, Dennis Bright and Warwick Schiller. Regrettably, when they become really famous we rarely get them to come back to SCCHA!
I believe that each of these professionals has much to offer to aid our horsemanship journey. The question you must ask yourself is, which of these professionals can provide the best clinic experience for me and my horse?
I had two friends who attended a clinic this winter at a ranch in Montana, riding the ranch’s well trained horses. The ranch had all the amenities for a wonderful horseman experience. One friend felt it was the best clinic ever and she learned so much. The other felt frustrated due to difficulty following the clinician’s training, and she was ready to leave mid-week.
What does this say to me? Your clinician or trainer must have the communication skills that speak to you, so they can then teach you the “language” to speak to your horse. Sometimes it takes a little humor, or empathy, or just encouragement to make things go right, rather than go wrong.
A little research before committing to training with a given professional can make a big difference in experience. Something as simple as watching a video of the trainer can provide real insights. An even better approach is to observe the training in action (as many of us did this weekend). And it never hurts to talk with people who have participated in a clinic with the trainer you’re considering.
NEWSLETTERFROM THE PRESIDENT
The weekend of 5/20-21 at the Showgrounds is a full 2
days of games on horseback.
This event, RIDE FOR RELAY, is open to everyone. If you
love to play games, come out to support this fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.
If you don’t play games, you’re welcome to come out
to watch the fun.
At 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, we’ll gather in the clubhouse
for our membership meeting. Join us!
Find out more about this event on our website at
https://sccha.wildapricot.org/event-2518953
Next Membership
Meeting SATURDAY
Evening - May 206:00 ~ Clubhouse
~ Elise Levinson
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TO ALL MEMBERS: NOTICE REGARDING TRAINERS
SCCHA’s Insurance Company and Santa Cruz County Parks requires any trainer who trains at Graham Hill Showgrounds to carry equine liability insurance. Members may only work with trainers at the showgrounds if they have this required insurance. A trainer is: Anyone who accepts monetary or other compensation (includes trading items or services) for giving instruction to riders & handlers.
SCCHA MAKES NO ENDORSEMENTS of any trainer, even those with the required Certificate of Liability Insurance. Trainers must follow the same rules set forth for all members and have no additional privileges. Members with trainer questions may contact any board member. Members are welcome to contact Mary Sullivan-White (see back page) to find out if a trainer has recently filed their Certificate of Liability Insurance, and exactly what is required to satisfy insurance obligations.
Trainers who meet requirements & their insurance exp. date:
Rebekah Crill 7/17 Kelly Eynon 11/17
Dori Fontaine 8/17 Patty Kiersted 12/17
Wendy Killingsworth 7/17 Kristin Praly 8/17
Bonnie Stoehn 6/17
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY HORSEMEN'S ASSOCIATION
EDITOR: Claudia Goodman [email protected] 17151 Cougar Rock Rd Boulder Creek, CA 95006
ALL SUBMISSIONSEmail file to address above. DEADLINE is last Tuesday of month for next month’s issue.
TRADING POST ADS must be horse related & non-commercial. Free to members, $5 for non-members. Include item, price, name, phone. RENEW by email each month ad is to be run.
STORIES & ARTICLES from members are welcome. Share your horse interest and experience with us.
BUSINESS ADSEmail to editor at address above. Ads must be paid in advance, payable to SCCHA and mailed to editor’s address.
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2017-18 SCCHA Board of Directors 831 area code except where noted
President Elise Levinson, 212-4635 [email protected] President Robin Musitelli, 338-8980 [email protected] Director / Treasurer Kristi Locatelli, 818-2848 [email protected] Director / Recording Sec’y Val Riegel, 246-2983 [email protected] Director / Membership Sec’y Mary Sullivan-White, 331-6227 / 425-7352 [email protected] Director / Membership Sec’y Heather Shupe, 408-348-9512 [email protected] Director / Calendar Sec’yDeborah Herting, 408-202-7489 [email protected] Director Bonnie Stoehn, 457-2224 [email protected] Director Donna Rodoni, 588-2642 [email protected]
Director Karen Bish, [email protected]
Director Carol Kelly, 297-3342 [email protected]
GROUNDS CARETAKER: Tricia Dalton [email protected] 566-4763
Showgrounds Workday — May 6starting at 9 a.m.
Projects: weed removal, weed whacking, cleanup of equipment shed, washing windows, (and anything else Robin adds to the list).
A big stinky job will be cleaning out and organizing the storage shed -- and evicting the rats. Bring blowers, weed whackers,
gloves, sunscreen & allergy medicine. !
Donna Rodoni will provide lunch for volunteers. Questions? Contact Mary or Donna (see Board contacts above).
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Horse CampingMembers enjoyed a lively discussion at SCCHA’s April meeting about horse camping. The discussion kicked off with Karen Bish sharing three of her favorite must-haves when going camping: her Cowboy Caviar recipe for snacks or sandwiches; toasted Sarah Lee sandwich rounds to keep your lunch on the trail recognizable; and an unbreakable wine glass to celebrate after a great ride in a new place. We learned that Liz Riehl brings cut flowers and tablecloths when she goes camping, adding a little touch of home to her campsite. Heather shared a trailer jack, equine first aid kit, and tool kit that she keeps in her truck. Several folks agreed that it’s wise for your first camping trip go with a friend or friends who are more experienced.Next, the group talked about a variety of ways to secure your horse while camping. Each method has positives and possible problems so it's best to get the technical details of how each one works from somebody experienced. Then practice at home or at SCCHA to be sure you know how it works and so does your horse.
High-Line: A rope is tied between two trees about 10 high, with loops tied in the line. One horse is tied to each loop with a quick-release knot, so the lead rope hangs from halter to the high-line well above the horse’s knees. Electric Corral: Plastic posts carry electrified tape to make a corral. Kits are available with solar or battery-powered chargers. Horses that are used to an electric fence have no problem with an electric corral. Best to keep horses solo.
Tie to the Trailer: Your horse knows his trailer, and is used to being tied there. Just be careful to tie your horse so he can’t get the rope caught in the wheel well, trailer door handles, and the like. He should be tied so he can reach food & water, but not step over his rope. No bungie cords!
High Tie: A bar is installed on the outside of your trailer which can swing out and be locked at a 90-degree angle to the trailer. Your horse is tied near the trailer to the bar above his head, but now he is a few feet away. This gives the horse room to turn around, and keeps him away from that wheel well.
Ground Tie: Horse is tied to a long stake driven into the ground, like a dog-stake. The tie-line is covered with a hose, keeping it from wrapping around a hoof or leg. The horse has room to walk around and can easily lie down.
Portable Corral: Usually 6 metal panels, each about 6-7’ long. Panels can be carried in your truck, secured inside your trailer, or carried on mounting brackets installed outside the trailer. Plastic pipe corrals are another option, with DIY instructions for making your own available online.
Onsite Pens: This is the easiest method to secure your horse. Many campgrounds have pipe-panel corrals, just like SCCHA. It’s a good idea to bring a string to tie your water bucket, and something to tie the pen closed. Most have a latch, but sometimes these are off-center or broken since they live in the wilderness rather than a well-cared-for barn like yours!
Members shared several practical horse camping tips… • We all forget stuff, so a list really helps. Feed, Tack, Food, & Clothes are some categories to consider.• Consider caravanning to/from the campground. There is safety in numbers, and it’s less stressful driving to
a new place in a group. • Call ahead so you know if the campground has pens, running water, or allows a high-line. Some offer
reservations, though reservations are usually not necessary.• Many campgrounds allow dogs, call ahead to be sure. Keep your dog on a leash at all times, loose dogs
are bad manners in any campground.• Set up camp so you can see your horse, and he can see other horses. This reduces stress for your horse.
Knowing where you are also helps your horse, as you will be the most familiar thing in a new place.• Bring a water bucket & extra feed. Horses tend to eat and drink more while camping, just like people. Extra
feed can be handy if you get delayed, as horses can be calmed by chewing. Water can be used to hydrate your horse, or cool him off inside a hot trailer.
• horse camping tips continued on next page •
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Jack Brook Horse Camp, inland of San Mateo Coast http://parks.smcgov.org/jack-brook-horse-camp-area-1Stewart's Horse Camp at Point Reyes http://www.cshatrap.org/camps/r5stewart.htmlLake San Antonio, southwest of King City https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/parks/sanantonio.htmlEagle Meadow, near Long Barn east of Sonora https://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=251814&facilityId=251814Big Meadow @ King's Canyon, east of Fresno http://www.totalescape.com/outside/campsites/14s11-sequoia-nf/#.WP9Us9Lyu00Montana de Oro, Morro Bay. Fabulous riding on beach & above in the hills. Nice horse camp. (photo inset)https://www.reserveamerica.com/camping/montana-de-oro-sp/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=CA&parkId=120058
• Bring your own manure fork. All campgrounds require you to leave the area clean, and most provide a manure bunker. Some also provide a wheelbarrow, but don’t count on it. One camper brings an old tarp, piles poop on it and easily drags it to the manure pile. Clever!
• Bring reading glasses (or bifocal sunglasses) so you can read a trail map. • Use your phone to snap a picture of the trails, often posted on large wooden sign in the campground or at
the trail head. Then you have a portable map that you can re-size as needed. • Bring a first-aid kit for you and your horse. Kits are available online, or you can throw some essentials in a
backpack: gauze, bandages, basic wound care, Benadryl, scissors, tweezers, aspirin, and band-aids are a good start.
• Bring a tool kit. Hammer, wire ties, duct-tape, screwdriver, nails, tent stakes, matches, batteries, trailer jack, and long web tie-downs were a few items recommended at the meeting. One camper brings Crisco, offered as a magic way to get knots untied and cranky gates to open.
• Extra horse blankets are handy to pad a bench or add a layer of warmth. Especially good to have in the Sierras, where it’s just colder as a rule at night than here on the coast.
• Fly sheet & fly mask are suggested for your horse during the day.• Cold packs are recommended: calm an injury, ease a sore muscle, or keep drinks cool :)• Keep meals simple. Join a potluck if possible, otherwise consider packaged salads or soups which are easy
to fix with minimum clean-up.• Bring more than one flashlight, so you can be sure to see the path to the porta-potty at night! • A battery-powered lantern creates a circle of light around which people tend to gather & visit.• Make friends! Just ask a question about a fellow camper’s horse and you’re on your way to a new buddy…
and probably an invitation to share dinner and a trail ride!• Tell someone where your truck keys can be found at camp. You may need someone to move your rig or be
able to drive you home, so this basic info is important. Share your emergency contact too. • Take a short ride on the first day. This will settle you and your horse, and raise your confidence as you
successfully navigate the trail back to camp.• Bring a chair, and enjoy having coffee with your horse. Just sitting nearby and being relaxed together is a
great way to bond. Reading aloud to him from your book is optional. "
Some Favorite Horse Camping Destinations
Horsecamping ~ brought to you by Heather Shupe, Karen Bish & Robin Musitelli
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SCCHA Membership Renewals
were due on 3/31/2017 for membership through
3/31/2018
It’s Quick & Easy toRenew online at
sccha.wildapricot.org If you need assistance with
online renewals, contact Mary or Heather
(See Board contacts on page 2)
If You’re Planning to Trail Ride in Wilder on
May 13, be Prepared for a Lot of Bike Activity!
Mountain Bikers of Santa Cruz (MBoSC) is proud to present the second annual Santa Cruz Old Cabin Classic at Wilder Ranch State Park on Saturday May 13, 2017. This cross country bike race is being held as a benefit for mountain biking in Santa Cruz County. A significant portion of the proceeds will go directly into a fund earmarked for trail development at Wilder Ranch, specifically for the decommissioning of the West Engelsman fire road and its replacement with brand new singletrack.
The event includes an expo located in the field near the Old Cowboy Loop. The expo will feature food, beverage, and sponsor booths as well as a Kids Rodeo (think skills course for little ones). The expo and the race will be open to the public from 9am to 4pm. While the course has not yet been revealed, it is sure to include the namesake trail Old Cabin as well as Enchanted and several fire roads. Racers will be making laps on the course; the number of laps is dependent on the category of the racer.Volunteers are needed and will be rewarded with a t-shirt, food & beverage, and an invitation to the volunteer party. Several interesting jobs are needed to be filled including trail spotters.
~ Lindsay OvertonFor more info, including a link to sign up to volunteer at the Old Cabin Classic, please check the web site at: Old Cabin Classic – 2017 – hello
General Feed & Seed Company
Farm Supply and Saddle Shop
1900 Commercial Way - Santa Cruz
831-476-5344
www.generalfeedandseed.com [email protected]
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RIDE! Enter the amazing Fireworks Endurance Ride in beautiful Santa Cruz County. The route includes single track trails and roads, a river and several stream crossings, and hills – some short and steep and others longer and more gentle. We consider the ride moderate in difficulty with some technical stretches. Choose 25 or 50 miles, then come prepared to take your time and enjoy the ride! This event is sanctioned by the American Endurance Ride Conference (www.aerc.org) Ride is limited to 100 entries.
Enter before June 30 to secure your spot & save $25 $115/Adult Rider; $90/Junior Rider; plus $15 for non-AERC members
Entry Fee After June 30:
$140/Adult Rider; $115/Junior Rider; plus $15 for non-AERC members
Entry Fee includes event, Camping Friday & Saturday; Dinner Saturday, drug fee & park access.
See Online Entry for Ride Details, Refund Policy & Forms
RIDE MANAGERS: Jill Kilty Newburn 650 823.0589 [email protected]
Heather Shupe 408 348.9512 [email protected]
RIDE SECRETARY: Donna Stidolph 831 419.0835 [email protected]
VOLUNTEER! Here’s a few ways YOU
can be a part of this great event
Clean Up Equipment/Supplies Hospitality Kitchen Crew Number Marker Parking Rescue Trailer Runner Start/Finish Timer Traffic Control Trails Vet Secretary Water
Contact us today to
Volunteer! Melissa Broquard
Bonnie Stoehn 831 252.2163
Santa Cruz County Horsemen’s Association &
Quicksilver Endurance Riders Present
Fireworks Endurance Ride July 15, 2017
SIGN UP ONLINE, It’s Fast & Easy!
www.sccha.wildapricot.org/event-2503624
Graham Hill Showgrounds Events Calendar All Showgrounds Events are Scheduled through the Calendar Secretary
Events listed in CAPS are SCCHA sponsored ✅ Check our events calendar online at sccha.wildapricot.org/events for late-breaking updates
California State Parks expressed great appreciation to SCCHA for providing money for supplies to fix the Powder Mill ext. trail washout in Henry Cowell.
