Maine Trail Riders Association, Inc.

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1 Maine Trail Riders Association, Inc. March Volume H FBEATS Official Newsletter of The M T R A NEXT MEETING IS MARCH 13, 2010 Officers: Missy Bourgoin, President Trudy Bickford, Vice-President Donna LeBlond, Secretary Marsha Polley, Treasurer Board of Directors: Brenda Lary 2010 Dana Lary 2010 Nora MacDonald 2010 Nancy Weeks 2011 Vicky Dixon 2011 Missy Bourgoin 2011 Julie Anderson (ex-efficio) Donna Tripp 2012 Marsha Polley 2012 Cathy Small 2012 Sandy Craig 2012 (ex-efficio) President s Stall Howdy I d love to tell you that it was warm and sunny in Florida, but would be lying if I did. It was sunny, but the temps were not a whole lot warmer then what they were here. The races were great. My favorite driver, Tony Stewart #14, won the Nationwide Race on Saturday. Unfortunately his car on Sunday was not as good as Saturday s car, so he did not do so well. The race itself was very exciting even with over 2 hours of delay due to a "pothole" in the track. I understand that the meeting went fairly well. February meetings in nature are pretty uneventful, but at the same time they are necessary. I've been given a list of meeting dates which were changed so the meetings did not interfere with other events, thank you. I do want to remind all potential ride sponsors that if you want to schedule a ride, you are to contact the trail secretary directly, Cathy can be reached by , USPS, phone, and in person. With so many of us wearing several hats, and to eliminate some of the risk of human error, please do not leave your ride dates with anyone else. Let s not forget that Saturday, February 27 th, we are having our first Scrapbooking Fundraiser. Trudy tells me we have received 20 preregistrations and we are hoping a few more will come in this week, and perhaps have a few more show up at the door on Saturday morning. We will be providing goodie bags for those that pre-registered. We've also received several donated items which we will raffle off during the day.

2 2 March 2010 HOOFBEATS Our Next Meeting is on March 13, 2010 President s Stall (continued) We will be providing lunch. But, I am looking for volunteers to donate a few homemade baked goods for desert and snacks in the morning. If you can bake, please let me know so that I can keep track of how much food we will be getting. Well, I think this wraps it all up for now. I'll see you all back at the March meeting, and don t forget to check the list of scheduled events as I know several rides have been scheduled. Happy Trails! Missy IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS This is the only notice you will receive: If your dues are not paid by April 1 st you will no longer receive the Hoofbeats. If there is any question regarding the possibility of cancellation of any meeting, please call president Missy Bourgoin at home ( ), before leaving to attend. If we have your address, an notification will be sent out. Or, you can check out the Maine Trailer Riders Facebook page. Notice to Members Scrapbook Fundraiser: Saturday, February 27, 2010 at the Holy Trinity Church in Lisbon Falls Junior sponsored fundraiser supper: Saturday, March 13, 2010 at the clubhouse in Litchfield. The cost is $6.00 for adults, $3.00 for children 10 and under. General Information Fundraising Volunteers are needed for the scrapbook event on February 27 th! Please contact Missy if you can help with lunch or Trudy if you have items to donate for raffles or door prizes. Publicity Becky Wallace is our publicity person. If you have any suggestions for Becky or information to pass on for a publicity article please send her an at spazmkitty@yahoo.com Please put MTRA in the subject line. Ride Information The calendar is filling up fast with dates for 2010 rides! If you would like to sponsor a ride, please contact the trail secretary, Cathy Small. Cathy@MaineTrailRiders.com Phone:

3 3 March 2010 HOOFBEATS Junior Information Junior hoofbeats: the juniors will be hosting the annual fund raising supper at 6:30, prior to the March meeting. Menu will be Sam s club lasagna, corn and green beans, garlic bread, dessert and drink for $6.00 and $3 for 10 and under. If the meeting is rescheduled due to the weather, the supper will be held whenever the March meeting is held. If the March meeting is cancelled for the entire month, then the supper will be held prior to the April meeting.. Upcoming Events Feb 24 Horse Show Committee meeting, 7:00 at the MTRA club house in Litchfield Feb 27 Scrapbook Fundraiser, 8:00AM to 3:00PM at the Holy Trinity Church in Lisbon Falls Mar 13 Junior Fundraiser Supper, 6:30 at the MTRA club house in Litchfield Mar 13 Club meeting, 7:30 at the MTRA club house in Litchfield Apr 10 Club meeting, at the MTRA club house May 8 Club meeting, at the MTRA club house May 9 Newport RR Bed ride sponsored by Sheila and Torrie Gilson May 15 Bingham RR Bed ride sponsored by Audrey Colfer May 23 Turner ride sponsored by Nora MacDonald Jun 11 Club meeting, at the MTRA club house Jun Spring Ride from the MTRA club house Jul 10 Moxie Day Parade and pony rides Jul 11 Club meeting, at the residence of Nancy Weeks in Gardiner Aug 6 Club meeting, at the MTRA club house Aug 8 Topsham Fair Horseshow Aug Roseberry Patch ride in Richmond sponsored by Ginny Roseberry Aug Ellis River ride in Andover sponsored by Brenda and Dana Lary Sept 4-6 Harris Knowlton Memorial ride in Albion sponsored by Marianne Cogswell Sept Litchfield Fair Food Booth Sept 17 Club meeting, at the MTRA club house Sept Fall Ride at the MTRA club house Sept China Narrow Gauge RR Bed ride sponsored by Elaine Bolen Oct 2 Monmouth ride sponsored by Sally Labree Oct 3 West Gardiner ride sponsored by Cathy Small Oct 9-11 Mt. Vernon ride sponsored by Walt Williams and Sandy Zack Oct Parkman ride sponsored by Donna Tripp and Ashley Weeks Oct 24 Greene ride sponsored by Missy Bourgoin and Taylor Weeks Oct 31 Jay RR Bed ride sponsored by Trudy Bickford Nov 6 Club meeting, at the MTRA club house Dec 11 Club meeting and Christmas Party, at the MTRA club house Wanted! Since I don t scour Uncle Henry s like Dick did, I am asking club members to keep an eye out for a 36 table top propane grill for the clubhouse. The club currently owns the 24 grill and they use my 18 grill. I would like the club to have 1 large grill so I can keep mine and the current club grill in my cook shack. I would purchase the larger grill and exchange it for the one that the club has now. Thanks, Nancy Weeks

4 4 March 2010 HOOFBEATS Classified Ads For sale I have several pairs of size 12 men s shoes and boots to sell, reasonable. Dick took good care of his stuff so they look brand new. I have a new leather motorcycle chaps that have never been worn, 2 leather jackets and a leather vest that I will be selling. There are also dress pants that I would give to someone if they fit. If interested, call me at Nancy Weeks Brookside Wash and Mend Horse blanket washing and light mending. Rates and Services: Washing: Medium/Heavy weight - $15. Sheets (nylon, cotton, fly) - $10 Saddle Pads (heavy) - $10 Saddle Pads (light) - $8 Fly Masks - $3 Repairs: Minor repairs (rips/tears) - $10 *Please note that all items will require a wash before repairing. *All MTRA Members 10% off and 10% will be donated to the club Contact: Donna LeBlond 32 David Drive, Auburn, ME Horse for sale The mare I have up for sale is a 6 year old quarter horse she is about 15 HH, sorrel and has a cute big white blaze. I have a 2 horse Valley trailer, left over hay, and tack up for sale also. I bought her as a yearling and started her undersaddle myself at 2. She is like a family dog, and goes everywhere with us. I have taken her to shows, the fair, been in parades, and trail ridden a lot. She has never had any health issues. She's up to date on all shots, coggins, and dewormings. she is amazing for the farrier and loves to be clipped and pampered. I hate to sell her but I cannot take her to college in the fall. And it would be great if a little girl fell in love with her like I have and will take great care of her forever. My home number is , cell You can also ask for my Mom, Tina. Thank you so much! Alexia S. G. Gregoire Saddle for sale Circle Y, leather seat, synthetic fenders, for large horse/draft, size 17 seat. Good condition. $ Contact Sally for more info

5 5 March 2010 HOOFBEATS Saddle For Sale/Boarding Available NEW Big Horn black, 15 cordora saddle. Some silver. Asking $ Contact Dana Lary for more info. We also have two 8x10 box stalls available for boarding. Turn out every day except for when it's storming. $225 a month per stall. This includes feed and grooming. Contact Dana Lary for more info. Generators for Sale Two brand new generators for sale. One is a 7500W diesel, asking price One is Gas 9000W asking price $ 3, Both have never been used and have full warranty. For more information call Rob evenings or during the day. Or rlmorin@hughes.net Brunswick Tack & Consignment Shop We have added everyday useable supplies! BUG SPRAY! Shampoo, first aids, forks, buckets, etc... We are located at 31 Bath Road, in Brunswick and we will help you sell your used tack. Actually! We will help you sell ANYTHING HORSE RELATED! Open Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30 pm and Saturday 9:30am - 1:00pm. Call Tip of the Month Information found under the Tip of the Month may be on the Junior Test at the end of the year. All about horses and ponies Horse breeds are divided into three groups: coldblood, warmblood and hotblood. Coldblood horses come from the cooler regions of the world. They have calm natures, and are hard-working and strong. Coldbloods can usually be recognized by the fur, or feather, around their feet. Most horse breeds can be described as warmbloods. German and Dutch competition breeds, as well as many American breeds, are warmbloods. Hotblood horses are from an ancient line, and are very pure breeds. They are light, elegant and built for speed. Their coats are thin and they are often sensitive and excitable. Source: Contact Info for Officers Melissa Bourgoin, President gamblingforcash@yahoo.com Trudy Bickford, Vice-President trudybickford@roadrunner.com Donna LeBlond, Secretary dleblond59@yahoo.com Marsha Polley, Treasurer mpolley@fts-ne.com Editor s Note The deadline for the March issue is March 25th. I welcome any photos or equine tips that can be put into Hoofbeats! Send in your address if you would like to receive this newsletter via . Trudy Bickford 36 Old Portland Road Auburn, ME trudybickford@roadrunner.com Phone: