July Rally 2015 Newsletter DC s Report by Deb Raffle State Games Competition was held at Bacchus Marsh on Sunday where our games team came 8th out of 25 clubs!! A huge achievement in one year to represent our club winning the Zones games title and then performing so well for the first time at State Games. Once again Sam Ferrari is to be congratulated for coaching the team and for her endless enthusiasm. Working with Children Can all parents/supporters make sure you have given a copy of your WWC to our club membership secretary Alison Codling. Speed to safety continues Last session was at Kyneton racecourse where - Ella De Campo and Laura Dunshea were seen to be bowling around the track at sensible speeds for once! Both girls are really enjoying the experience. The next and last session before finals will be at Seymour racecourse. If any of you get the chance to try this in the future it is well worth it and great fun!! July Rally - planned with the Gisborne Bonanza in mind. Senior Program Unfortunately Megan Campbell is no longer available to teach Dressage. She is moving to Albury to start a new adventure up there. She has been a terrific addition to our riding instructor portfolio introducing more technical dressage work to our up and coming dressage riders. Good luck Megan. 1. Ash Mitchell will be teaching dressage this rally. Her qualifications and experience. She is has a National Coaching Accreditation Scheme certificate for L1 & L2, was a dressage instructor at Riddles Creek PC for 3 years 2008-2010, currently competing at L2 & L1 HRCAV and has an Advanced Diploma in Horse & Business Management. Let s all please make her welcome. 2. Alex Maurer s session will be - picking and riding lines 3. Lucy Gunn s session will be - Rules, mock show jumping competition with jump off 4. Mel Burns session will be Cross Country Junior Program 1. Sam Ferrari will be doing unmounted Polocrosse which I understand is the best way to introduce riders to the game (it should be fun) 2. Cassie Deverall will be teaching show jumping 3. Maureen Hall will be finishing off the D certificate with the white Group 4. And a navigation ride will finish off the day! Can parents/supporters please try to get there a little earlier as there are 2 jumping arenas to set up as well as the Dressage arena. See you at the rally. Please let me know if you cannot make it. Cheers Deb www.gisborne.ponyclubvic.org.au
A sad loss for our Equestrian Community Vale Regina Banninger died peacefully at home on 29th May 2015 after an 8 year battle with cancer. She was unswervingly dedicated to equestrian education and passionately believed in teaching riders to love and be kind to their horses in an endeavour to get the most out of them. She taught us how to be sensitive to the horse and how to work with our horses not dominate them. She is fondly remembered with her loudhailer teaching dressage as our chief instructor at Gisborne Pony Club with the sounds of yah volt drifting across the arena if by chance one of our riders had got it right! She will be sadly missed not only by Gisborne Pony club but all she came in contact with. Deepest sympathy and condolences to her husband Chris. Presidents Report by Jo Winther Hi All, Welcome to winter riding. Just wanted to give you all an update on the kitchen / club rooms situation. WE HAVE TERMITES. The council have inspected the kitchen / club rooms and reported that it will need to be pulled down. At this stage it will be fenced off and no one is to enter it (if you do you will not be covered by insurance if you get hurt). James is currently exploring different options for us. We are working on a plan for the canteen for the rally and the show jumping event. There will be a canteen at the rally on the weekend - this will be a trial for the show jumping event! Thanks Lisa and family for working in challenging circumstances. On a happier note - don t forget that we have our end of year (well financial year) dinner and awards night on Friday the 17th July. It would be great to see you all there. Please let Lisa know if you are coming. Unfortunately the next two rally s clash with our dog sledding races, so Jess and I won t be at the rally s (sad face). I know that Deb and Katrina have action packed rally plans, please ensure that you attend every session to get the full benefit from the wonderful instructors. If you can t make it please let Deb know. Have a great rally. Jo Winther President
JULY RALLY PLAN 2015 TIMES BLUE PURPLE RED GOLD 9.30am - 10.00am 10.00am - 11.00am 11.00am - 12.00am Alex Maurer Picking and riding lines XC Mel Burns Dressage Ash Mitchell Alex Maurer Picking and riding lines GEAR CHECK Lucy Gunn Rules, mock show jumping competition with jump off Sand Arena 1 Dressage Ash Mitchell XC Mel Burns Lucy Gunn Rules, mock show jumping competition with jump off Sand Arena 1 12.00pm - 1.00pm LUNCH and LUNCH TIME MEETING 1.00pm - 2.00pm Lucy Gunn Rules, mock show jumping competition with jump off Sand Arena 1 XC Mel Burns Alex Maurer Picking and riding lines Dressage Ash Mitchell 2.00pm - 3.00pm Dressage Ash Mitchell Lucy Gunn Rules, mock show jumping competition with jump off Sand Arena 1 XC Mel Burns Alex Maurer Picking and riding lines TIMES WHITE GREEN ORANGE 9.30am - 10.00am 10.00am - 11.00am 11.00am - 12.00am 12.00pm - 1.00pm 1.00pm - 2.00pm 2.00pm - 3.00pm Polocrosse Sam F Small Shed Unmounted Topsy Practice Maureen Lettered Arena Showjumping Cassie Lettered Grass Arena D Certificate Maureen Evie, Issie, Brianna Finish sign off required Mirri and Steph join Nav. Ride GEAR CHECK Showjumping Cassie Lettered Grass Arena Morning Tea at 10.45 Eat snack on way to next arena Polocrosse Sam F Small Shed Unmounted LUNCH and LUNCH TIME MEETING Topsy Practice Maureen Off Lead Round Yard Navigation Ride Sam and Cassie Topsy Practice Maureen Lettered Arena Morning Tea at 10.45 Eat snack on way to next arena Showjumping Cassie Lettered Grass Arena Polocrosse Sam F Small Shed Unmounted Meet at club rooms. Parental supervision required per child. Mirri and Steph join Navigation Ride www.gisborne.ponyclubvic.org.au
Results... th Overall 8 s n o i t a l u t a r g on C Image courtesy of Jenny Doherty left to right: Laura, Joanna, Ebony, Ella, Grace, Jess and Ashleigh - wearing the beautiful quater sheets maade by Sam s mum! State Games Team... WOW what a result! For a group of kids with no games training to go onto to finish 8th in the state, you have become an awesome team! Your dedication over the past 5 months is a true reflection on why you were all so successful. It doesn t matter what sport you participate in, if you put in the training you will always experience successes. Since the state games I have had many of messages of support and kind words from other clubs about your performance. As most of you know I have been part of state games for over 15 years, this year s games is one of the most memorable. Thank you to all the parents who managed to get their kids to training (Mostly on cold and wet nights) 2 night s week. I would also like to thank the committee of the Gisborne pony club is very welcoming. It has been not just an honour but a privilege to coach the games team. The other zones better watch, Gisborne Pony Club are coming back for the 2016 zone games trophy! Sam Ferrari Images courtesy of Jenny Doherty
GISBORNE PONY CLUB Assoc No: A001331L SHOW JUMPING BONANZA CENTRAL ZONE PRESIDENT S CUP QUALIFIER OPEN FRESHMAN S JUMPING and TOPSY RING SUNDAY, 19 th July 2015 I.R. Robertson Reserve, 340 Couangalt Rd, Gisborne South. Online entries via www.eventsecretary.org.au by Sunday 12 th July 2015 Gisborne PC Championship Sand Arena Gisborne Stakes Sand Arena Class 1 A] For Pony club combinations Pony Club Grades: A Start 8.30am B E Start approx. 10.00am F D C Class 2 A] For Pony club combinations Pony Club Grades: B Start 8.30am A F Start approx. 10.00am E C D Class 1 B] For Open Rider combinations Class 2 B] For Open Rider combinations Competition over two rounds, first round not against the clock. (Article 273,2.1, 3.3.2, 4.3) Pony club and open classes to be run concurrently with presentations awarded separately Two Phase all riders to complete both Phases. (Article 274.5.6) Pony club and open classes to be run concurrently with presentations awarded separately $30 Block Entry For both class 1&2 Placings to 6 th Central zone equitation rosette for each PC grade Topsy Rings*** Non Pony club members welcome and are required to pay Day Attendance Rings will be in enclosed areas. Start time 9.30am Ring 1 On Lead Ring 2 Off Lead 1. Neatest and cleanest 2. Topsy Rider under 6 3. Topsy Rider 6 and over 4. Biscuit Race 5. Egg and Spoon Race 6. Fattest Pony 7. Hairiest Pony 8. Tail closest to ground 9. Longest Mane 10. Pony most like its rider 11. Best Trick 12. Led Pony/Handler 13. Bareback Rider Prize for the most Cheerful combination on the day FANCY DRESS To be held at 2.00pm Sand Arena 1. 6 years and under 2. 7 9 years 3. 10 years and over $5 per entry (if not already entered as a Topsy Ring Rider) Block entry $30 per combination (includes entry to all eligible Topsy events and Fancy dress) Ribbons to 6 th Every child gets a ribbon on the day Freshman s Sand Arena 30cm, 45cm,60cm, 75cm, 90cm, 1.05cm Topsy (if time permits) Start time 8.30am at 30cm Heights will increase throughout the day according to demand. Please listen to announcements $5 per round enter on the day * Placing points from Classes 1 & 2 will be aggregated for the President s Cup score. ** Non Pony club members may compete in all sections and are required to complete appropriate forms upon entry. Riders without approved insurance will be required to pay an additional $10 Day Participant fee. *** Topsy Ring: Led riders must remain on lead at all times and may not compete in Ring 2, Off Lead riders may not compete in Ring 1. Enquiries: James Lang (after hours only) 0408550431 Event enquiry email: Gisborne.pony.club.events@gmail.com www.gisborne.ponyclubvic.org.au
Dates for your diary... Next Committee Meeting Tuesday 21st July 7.30pm The next committee meeting will be held on Tuesday 21st July at 7.30pm at a venue to be confirmed. Sometimes the venue is changed to be at someone s house so if you wish to attend (all members are welcome) please check the venue via gisborneponyclub@gmail. com. EOFY Dinner Friday 17th July 2014 from 6pm presentations 8pm The end of financial year dinner and presentation evening will be held on Friday 17th July 2015. This is the weekend of our showjumping competition and a chance for a social night without ponies. The venue is the Telegraph Hotel Gisborne which will allow for dinner to be ordered from 6pm onwards with presentations at 8pm. As the new pony club financial year starts in July it is a chance to farewell any riders not rejoining and welcoming new riders, thank the outgoing executives and committee and present badges and awards earned. August Rally Sunday 2nd August September Rally - Sunday 6th September PCAV Central Zone Upcoming Events DATE EVENT 8 July 2015 Central Zone Eventing Clinic July 2015CZ 11 July 2015 CZ Speed to Safety 19 Jul 15 Gisborne Pony Club Bonanza CZ 25 Jul 15 PCAV State Training Workshop @ Woodend CZ COD 4 Aug 15 CZ Meeting 16 Aug 15 Bullengarook & President s Cup Round - CZ
HORSELAND Colouring Competition Entry Form Name:... Pony Club:... DOB:... Age:... Address:... Suburb/Town:... PCode:... Email:... Ph:... Win 1 of 3 Saddle pads Roma Unique All purpose Saddle pad. Send your entries to 73-75 Mackie Road MULGRAVE 3170 or email to magazine@ponyclubvic.org.au www.gisborne.ponyclubvic.org.au By entering this competition I accept that my Name, Pony Club, age and entry will be published for the purposes of promoting this competition in both electronic and print media. The Winners will be announced in the next issue of the PCAV Making a Difference magazine, published on the Pony Club website and Facebook page. 45
Your Invited To... Gisborne Pony Club EOFY Dinner When: Friday 17th July 2014 RSVP: Lisa Dunshea Time: Where: Dinner from 6.00pm Presentation 8.00pm Telegraph Hotel Gisborne By: 10th July 2015 Phone: (03) 54 28 3082 or 0409 325 199 Enter online via www.eventsecretary.org.au Please send any news/results/photos to Mel Hall (melhall13@gmail.com) for inclusion in the monthly newsletter and updating the Pony Club website.