Volume 20 Issue 1 Spring 2015

In our life time we are so fortunate to

have one child let alone two!!! I

would now love to share with you

four extraordinary families that

have had sets of TWINS that have

been riding here at REINS for over

10 years. As many of us know it is hard

enough to raise one child let alone

TWINS. Can you imagine having to

raise two children with special needs?!

Well, I have been fortunate to see first

hand over the past 20 years these incredi-

ble families raise their TWINS to enjoy

life as only they can. Please read the

difference we have all made in these

families’ lives! At the same time, I

would like to thank all of you for

helping to support REINS making it

possible for these chil-

dren to have a quality of

life the parents can be

proud of.

“REINS has been one of the few places where Mikayla

and Kacy can do something they love without feeling

the limitations of their dis-ability. We are so truly

thankful for each and every person and horse that con-

tributes to Mikayla and Kacy’s joy every single

Saturday.” -Laura Stoner

“We live in a world that con-tinues to place limitations on our special kids. It's a relief to know there's an environ-

ment where there are no such limits. At REINS our twin girls (Amie & Karrie) are accepted for who they are today. The

challenges they face at REINS help mold who they will

become tomorrow.” -Lisa Almanderez

“Adison and Aiden were not yet 2 years old when they

started riding and therapy at REINS. They were unable to sit up on their own. Riding has helped so much. Nine years on and they walk, run

and even do a bit of hip hop dancing!” -Danielle Frank

“Victor & Daniel's Saturday doesn't start without reminding their weekly REINS visit. We are very happy since the beginning in how they have inte-grated into the therapy; and all these years they have acquired a great level of confidence and trust with the horses they ride.” - Armida Ramos

TWO OF A KIND...

REINS Tack Shack Spring Sales & Hours

April: 20% Off Blankets & Sheets May: Buy 1 Get 1 on Riding Pants

June: 20% Off Saddles July: 20% off Books & “nick-knacks”

Horse Spotlight: Finn

Finn is the newest of our several registered Norwegian Fjord

Horses at REINS. He is 12 years old and has many years to help

REINS participants learn to ride. His playful attitude and endless

energy adds a spicy new dynamic to the gelding pasture. He is

built stout, and durable, perfect for a therapy horse! Always eager

to move, Finn keeps his riders alert and engaged during their les-

sons to ensure they get the most out of their ride. From balls to

bubbles this horse is ready to play!! Keeping the pasture alive and

active is his main mission on his

free time; he is always ready for

another horse to join in his fjord

games! He is still learning his new

job as a therapy horse, so some-

times he needs a gentle reminder

to keep his attention on his riders

during the lessons. He is eager to

move and groove, so standing still

can be a challenge for him; prac-

tice makes perfect, soon he will be

great at it! We are so proud to an-

nounce our newest addition to

REINS supporters!!

~Kaitlyn Siewert, Program Assistant

The Tack Shack is located at: 4461 S. Mission Rd. Fallbrook, CA 92028

Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00am - 4:00pm Go to: reinsprogram.org for more Information or

Barn Bits How did we train our horses to work in the lift? -Show the horse the lift area, in-clude taking them through the ramp without working the lift. -Allow the horse to see the lift work-ing from outside the lift area, and/or with a different horse in the ramp. -Allow them to see the empty lift moving next to them while they are in the ramp, when they are comfort-able then move the empty lift over them back and forth. -Move a person in the lift around them, once they have accepted the idea then move the person over them, but not down onto them yet. -When the horse is completely com-fortable with the person moving above and around them in the lift, then we gently lower the person down onto the horse, and raise them off of the horse a few times. -When the horse is ready we lower a rider onto the horse and take the lift off of the rider and exit the lift area. **Each of these steps is repeated

until the horse is ready to move

onto the next step; this may take

several days/weeks** Finn Sponsored by:

Kandis Pinamonti

Student Sponsorships Champagne Village Lions Club Charity,

Charlene Ducey, Denise Plischke, Faye Hall, George & Janet Chilberg,

Jack Scudder Memorial Fund, Rebecca Wood, Stephen & Janet Graves,

Sue Ankeny, Susan & Robert Lucy

Horse Sponsorships

Deborah Johnson, Douglas & Sabrina Drake, Linda Searcy & John Malmquist,

Marc Cummings

Fellows of REINS $500 - $4,999

Anonymous Carol Landry Edwin Bean

Enterprise Holdings Foundation General Atomics

Golf Club of California Women's Club Harry and Judith Collins Foundation

Hollywood Charity Horse Show James & Charlotte Mashburn

Jessica & Ryan Wimer John Zublin

Mr. Clean National Charity League

Otis & Linda Heald Patrick & Dena Parker

Robert & Lorena Berkley SDG&E

Todd & Linda Norgaard

Friend of REINS Donors $1 - $499

Alexa Morr, Alexandra Kanczuzewski, American Competitive Trail

Horse Association, Barbara Frey, Betty Warren,

Birchall Restoration, Bob & Canece Huber, Brian Harney, Cary & Susan Sharp, Columbian Foundation for People with Intellectual Disabilities, Inc.,

Daniel & Susan Hedstrom, Diana Haslam, Dominic Lopez, Dorothy Dodge,

Elizabeth J. Crockett, Enterprise Electric Datacom,

Escondido Emblem Club No. 161 Inc., Fran & Gary Erickson, Gwendolyn Migel,

Henry & Adrienne Vogt, Hollis & Mila Moyse, Jackson & Jacob Liebes,

James & Arcelia Georges, James Brown, James Hokanson, Jarod Schlumpberger,

Jarrell Ilog, Jeanie & George Shufelt, Jeff & Shauna Jopes, Jeff O'Donnell, John E. Duling, DDS, Jordyn Egan,

Joseph & Hilary Kooyers, Joseph & Julianne Texter, Katie Nack, Kristin Yarris,

Leslie Robb, Linda Wolff, Mary Schiffer, Melanie Watson,

Melvin & Sandra Grossman, Michall Reynoso,

Milton Wealth Advisors Inc., Morell & Beverly Sherman, Nancy Bennett,

Natalie Rue Lopez, Pamela Farrow, Patricia Bigbee, Patricia,

Kathleen & Malcolm Jones, Peter Holzer,

Ramona Legakes, Rebecca Ragsdale,

Richard & Cheryl Zales, Robert & Constance McKenna,

Shirley & Donald Souza, Stuart Rowson, Sue Briggs, Teradata, Teresa Pilot,

The Staff at Betz Concrete, Thelma Zallack, Thomas Richardson, Todd Meerschaert,

Tonia Farrow, Trish Kimper

High Point Donors $5,000 - $9,999

P&T Enterprises

Champion Donors $10,000 - $19,999

None this quarter.

REINS Angel $20,000 - $49,999

None this quarter

REINS Miracle Worker $50,000 and UP

None this quarter.

Grants

Air Warrior Courage Foundation Fallbrook Healthcare District

Legacy Endowment Marjorie Mosher Schmidt Foundation

The Ark Antiques The Crevier Family Foundation

The Parker & Margie Family Charity Fund

Student Spotlight: Kacy and Mikayla

The last lesson of the day on Saturday at 3:15, a large van pulls into REINS and

out comes two of the sweetest, most beautiful blonde haired, blue eyed girls we’ve seen.

Though they are both quite small (but always growing), their personalities are truly larger

than life. Kacy and Mikayla Stoner together encompass the feeling we all strive for here at

REINS. They are hard workers, and always greet us with smiles, ready to pick oranges,

check the mailbox, and find the occasional “magic wand”. They always do the sweetest

things for each other, showing their love in “twin fashion” not always by using words, but

knowing just how the other feels that day, and trying to brighten it somehow.

Mikayla has grown so much over the last year; not only with her physical

strength, but in her personality as well. About 6 months ago, I decided it was time for her

to start riding by herself. She had developed enough strength and drive to sit up on her

own. She loves riding by herself, and even on the toughest days, that sparkling smile

comes out. Lately Mikayla, “Mickie” as her family calls her, has been exploring new rid-

ing positions that can both challenge her physically, and give her a different perspective

while riding. The most physically demanding position is what we at REINS call “Sleeping Indian”, and though this position requires a lot of

focus and strength in the back and neck. Mikayla loves this position because she can see her horse’s feet! She’s always trying her hardest to

sit up tall like a princess, and constantly with a watchful eye looking for her twin sister, only to erupt in laughter when she finds her.

At the end of a long day at REINS, I am so fortunate to have Miss Mikayla to end my day with a big beautiful smile and those

bright blue eyes. REINS is so blessed to have such a supportive and loving family to serve. We love our twins!

~Jessica Swenson, PATH Certified Instructor

Thank you, to all of those who have generously contributed to REINS! (Donations from November 1, 2014 - February 28, 20145)

Monday, June 15, 2015

At the exclusive

Vista Valley Country Club 29354 Vista Valley Dr.

Vista, CA 92084 A true golf experience,

Vista Valley Country Club is a private course nestled in a park like setting with an ocean

breeze blowing through the valley. Designed by Ted Robinson, ASGCA, the Vista

Valley golf course is one of the premier courses in San Diego County.

Recent additions and renovations at the club make this an event you will not want miss!

Please join us as we celebrate another year of REINS’ continued success.

Space is limited, so reserve your sponsorship today!

Tournament Format

Best Ball Scramble Awards given for:

1st Place Gross, 1st & 2nd Place Net,

Closest to the Pin Men’s & Women’s

Longest Drive

Wine Putting Contest Opportunity Drawing

Silent Auction

Tournament Schedule

11:00 - Registration 12:30p - Shotgun Start

5:30 - Cocktails 6:00 - Awards Banquet

For more info call 760-731-9168 or email kim@reinsprogram.org

Sponsorship Opportunities

To reserve your Sponsorship or for more tournament information, contact Kim at 760.731.9168

or kim@reinsprogram.org

Presenting Sponsor - $10,000 (1 Available)

3 complimentary foursomes (12 players) with preferred start placement

Premier recognition as Presenting Sponsor in all event marketing and media promotion Invitation to set up promotional table at Hole in One Par 3 Presenting Sponsor Sign (4’x 8’) at entrance to REINS for 6

months VIP table and tickets for 8 to the REINS Country Hoedown on

Oct. 10th, 2015 Reserved table at tournament awards banquet Premier recognition in the REINS Review as Presenting Sponsor Full Page ad in Tournament Program

Eagle Sponsor - $3,500 (2 Available)

2 complimentary foursomes (8 players) with preferred start placement

Prominent recognition as Eagle Sponsor in all event marketing and media promotion

Logo on one hole sponsor sign 4 complimentary tickets to the REINS Country Hoedown on Oct. 10th, 2015 Reserved table at tournament awards banquet Prominent recognition in the REINS Review as Eagle Sponsor Half Page ad in Tournament Program

Birdie Sponsor - $1,500 (4 Available)

1 complimentary foursome (4 players) Prominent recognition as Birdie Sponsor in all event marketing

and media promotion Reserved table at tournament awards banquet Prominent recognition in REINS Review as Birdie Sponsor Quarter Page ad in Tournament Program

Cart Sponsor - $2,000 (1 Available)

1 complimentary foursome (4 players) Logo on ALL Tournament Golf Carts Reserved table at tournament awards banquet Prominent recognition in REINS Review as Tournament Cart

Sponsor Quarter Page ad in Tournament Program

Golf Ball Sponsor - $2,000 (1 Available)

1 complimentary foursome (4 players) Logo on ALL Tournament Golf Balls Prominent recognition in REINS Review as Tournament Golf Ball

Sponsor Reserved table at tournament awards banquet Quarter Page ad in Tournament Program

Putting Contest Sponsor - $750 (1 Available)

1 complimentary twosome (2 players) Sign with name & logo at putting contest green Prominent recognition in REINS Review as Putting Contest

Sponsor Acknowledgement during awards presentation

Closest to the Pin Sponsor - $350 (2 Available)

1 complimentary player Recognition as Closest to the Pin Sponsor on designated hole Acknowledgement during awards presentation

Longest Drive Sponsor - $350 (2 Available)

1 complimentary player Recognition as Longest Drive Sponsor on designated hole Acknowledgement during awards presentation

Tee Box Sponsor - $200 (15 Available)

Sign with name & logo on chosen hole Prominent recognition in REINS Review as Tee Box Sponsor

Team Foursome - $800 (7 Available)

4 Players Individual Player - $250

Additional Dinner Guest - $60

1 seat at our Awards Banquet

Volunteer Spotlight As any of our supporters know, REINS has so many unique

elements that make up our special program. One of the most

exceptional aspects are the volunteers that also participate as

students. Although all of these volunteers have some sort of a

disability, they make up the backbone of our volunteer pro-

gram and we could not function on a day to day basis without

them. Carol Curtis, Jack Cunningham, Kristin Moore,

Sarah Nystrom, Amy Rutherford, Luis Sandoval, and

Erin Young all dedicate weekly hours to REINS and treat

their time here as if it were their paying job. They know the

ins and outs of the program as well as anyone. They know

every horse, every student, all the safety rules, and most im-

portantly, always arrive with such enthusiasm and willingness

to work hard. We feel so lucky that these volunteers want to

give back to the same program in which they participate.

They help us in more ways than we can count-especially in

reminding us how much REINS means to its participants as

well as how fortunate we are to work with such special indi-

viduals! Thank you, ladies and gentlemen for all that you do!

~Maggie Schuur, Volunteer Coordinator

New REINS website

launches

mid-April 2015!

Check it out online at

www.reinsprogram.org

Website courtesy of aabdesign inc.

www.aabdesigninc.com

We need volunteers 6 days every week. You must be at least 12 years old. You DO NOT need any horse experience we will

teach you everything you need to know! Volunteer Shifts are Monday - Saturday Morning and

Afternoon. Go to: www.reinsprogram.org/volunteers to

download your Volunteer Packet. We have a Volunteer Orientation the first Saturday

of every month from 9-12. Volunteers get to help us care for our horses, pre-

pare for lessons and are an important part of each and every lesson.

We need over 100 volunteers each week so we need YOU!!!

Maggie Schuur is our Volunteer Coordinator.

She can be reached at 760-731-9168 or

Maggie@reinsprogram.org.

Volunteers Sarah Nystrom and Carol Curtis showing Leif some love!

Camera and Video CameraCamera and Video Camera Muck Carts/RakesMuck Carts/Rakes Garden Tools i.e. Shovels, rakes Garden Tools i.e. Shovels, rakes

and weedersand weeders Flat screen TV for our Education Flat screen TV for our Education

CenterCenter Volunteers!!!Volunteers!!!

Thank you to our

Newsletter Sponsors!!!

Contact Kim @ (760) 731-9168 or

kim@reinsprogram.org for more information.

Can you be a Newsletter Sponsor?

Board of Directors

Administrative Staff

Instructors

Hours: M-F 8:30-5 & Sat. 8:30-4 P. 760-731-9168/ F.760-731-3949

4461 S. Mission Rd, Flbk, CA 92028 P. O. Box 1283, Bonsall, CA 92003

501 (c)(3) # 33-0035455

We are Going GREEN!!! Email us at: Canece@reinsprogram.org

To get all your REINS Correspondence by email!

President: Bob Curtis Vice-President: Jim Betz Treasurer: John Kearns

Secretary: Kimberly Brickell

Dr. Steve Colburn

Pamela Farrow Barbara Halper Christopher Kim

Kandis Pinamonti William Shinner

Dan Soriano

Deborah Shinner, Executive Director Shauna Jopes, Program Director Kaitlyn Siewert, Program Assistant Maggie Schuur, Volunteer Coordinator

Chris Merry, Volunteer Coordinator Cynthia Salazar, Administrative Assistant Canece Huber, Development Assistant Kimberly Shinner Business Development

Lisa Almendarez Niicolette Birchall Heather Corcoran

Nikki Harmer Sandy Leuck

Darcie Loescher Angel Minton

Alyssa O’Kelley

Michelle Price Jodi Pinhero

Naomi Putnam Brenda Redfield Pat Richardson

Jessica Swenson Lauren Tutill

www.animedproducts.com

Creekside Veterinary Service

8751 Old Castle Road

Escondido, California 92026 www.creeksidevets.net

Alma Barrera

Brandy Bowlin

Daniel Rameriz

Gianna Cira

Gracie Felton

Kayla Fridman

NEW STUDENTS

www.fourseasonstc.com

Jopes Windows Vinyl Replacement Windows

760.310.2252 jeffjopes@yahoo.com

CA Lic #918215

Phone (760) 737-0444

REINS Riding Emphasizing Individual Needs & Strengths

P.O. Box 1283 Bonsall, CA 92003

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Non-Profit Org

U.S. Postage Paid

Permit #2325

San, Diego, CA

Calendar of Events

April 13 - 25: Spring Break (No Lessons)

April 27: Session II Begins

May 25: Closed for Memorial Day Holiday

June 15th: REINS 26th Annual Golf Tournament @ Vista Valley Country Club

July 31, August 1 & 2: REINS Fun Day Horse Show

For information on any of the upcoming events, contact Kim @ 760-731-9168 or kim@reinsprogram.org