The Road Apple Vet Clinic Adds $1400 to Club Coffers Type to enter text Member Sally Kimsey is shown at the April meeting after presenting the club with a check for $1400 earned from the annual Vet Clinic. The gift basket is a thank you from the club to Dr. Kimsey for donating her services and profits from the clinic to the club. President Sherrilyn Roth, Secretary Larry Bettinelli and Vice President Alejandro Maldonado and shown in background (R to L) (photo by Roy Hagar)! PAGE 1
Reminder: Mother s Day Ride is May 12th Member Joe Sullivan is seen here riding in the May gymkhana last year. This year s first gymkhana is set for May 19th. (photo by Roy Hagar) First Gymkhana Set for May 19th! And remember, you can pre-register and pay online at www.ropersandriders.org Time to RSVP for May 15th Gymkhana Clinic Members should let Mary Burton know as soon as possible if they are planning on attending the gymkhana clinic to be led by Sheana Rombauer on May 15th. We need a minimum of at least several riders in order for it to be worthwhile for Sheana to trailer horses from Middeltown to hold the event. Call Mary Burton at 965-2476 or email mlb81@hotmail.com Unless Mary hears from enough members, the event could be cancelled. Act now!! PAGE 2
Reminder: This Friday s Meeting is the first of the season at the Arena. Be there! April Trail Ride Carpets of Lupine Greet Oswill Ranch Riders Member Sherrilyn Roth pauses in a meadow carpeted with lupine on the Oswill Ranch during the April 14th Trail Ride. (photo by Mary Burton)! PAGE 3
April Trail Ride Oswill Ranch Riders Celebrate Spring with Wildflowers and a Beautiful Day LEFT: Members Jackie Houben and Betty Sanders pause for a candid during the April trail ride at the Oswill Ranch. Sunny skies and green meadows strewn with wildflowers greeted the riders. (photo by Mary Burton) BELOW LEFT: Member Mary Burton dismounts to take a group photo during the Oswill Ranch ride on April 14th. (photo by Mary Burton) BELOW RIGHT: Riders parked rigs in the shade on the edge of a wildflowered meadow on the Oswill Ranch during the April 14th trail ride. (photo by Mary Burton)! PAGE 4
Pope Valley Ropers and Riders General Meeting and Minutes April 12, 2013 Meeting was called to order at 7 pm. Minutes of March Meeting: Voted and approved by Dale Roth, seconded by Barry Kessey. Approved as written. Member roll call: 26 members present Guest: Reynaldo Maldonado, Jan and Peter Aigan President s report: Sherrilyn is looking for some short, equestrian-related video programs suitable for showing at meetings; Martha McGettigan recommended a vaquero video. Secretary Report: No report. Treasurer's report: $7394.00 in checking account. $1,941.00 in savings account. Member Sandra Bickford pauses in a meadow during the April Trail Ride on the Oswill Ranch April trail ride will take place at the Oswill Ranch April 14th. Gymkhana: New banners have been completed and look wonderful. Vet Clinic: Spraying and harrowing tomorrow at 9 am. Sally Kimsey presented a check for $1,400.00 to the club for the vet clinic she conducted. Old Business: Shirt cost is $44.00 per shirt. This includes the embroidery. New storage box door to be taken care of by Larry and Phil. Arena base sand and leveling - Chris Hill sprayed to hold the weeds down and Larry will get a leveler to level the arena and spread sand. New business: Mother's Day Ride: Hendrick in charge: food with Mexican flavor.!! Committees:! PAGE 5
Members (L to R) Betty Sanders, Barry Kessey, Jackie Houben and Sherrilyn Roth pause for photo duirng the April Trail Ride at the Oswill Ranch. (photo by Mary Burton) Announcements/ Discussions: Sandra Bickford brought up the idea about hosting a bicycle rodeo.!!!! Chris Thompson has a concern about the amount of cash we are keeping on hand.!!!! Hendrick suggested the possibility of an upgrade on the toilet facilities.!!!! Chris Thompson expressed how delighted he was for living in such a wonderful community.!!! Martha McGettigan made the wedding dress for Steve Mould's wife. Brags: Hendrick bragged about stud activity on his property. Larry bragged about being in The Wine Enthusiast magazine.! Next Meeting: May 10, 2013 at the Arena. Adjourn: First and Second: Alejandro/Betty! PAGE 6
Calendar of Events for 2013 Club Meetings @ 6:30 p.m. Arena May 10th June 14th July 12th August 9th September 13th October 11th Farm Center November 8th Christmas Party is Dec. 7th Board Meetings @7 p.m. June 5th @ Bickfords July 1st @ Kimseys July 31st @ Bettinellis September 4th @ Maldonados October 2nd @ Hills October 30th @ Smedings November 25th @ Roths Gymkhanas (Sundays) May 19th June 30th July 21st Clinics Gymkhana Clinic on May 15th Gymkhana Practice on May 29th Following clinics all at 5 p.m. Clinic TBA on June 19th Trail Trials Practice on July 17th Roping Clinic on August 7th Bits and Head Gear Clinic on August 21st Trail Rides May 12th (Mother s Day Ride) at the Smeding Ranch June 16th (Father s Day Poker Ride) at the Smeding Ranch July 28th at Bodega August 18th at Angwin Sept. 27th to 29th at Point Reyes October 13th at the Boggs November 10th at Oswill Ranch Special Events Western States Horse Expo June 7-9th, 2013 in Sacramento info at www.horsexpo.com! PAGE 7
JOURNAL OF THE POPE VALLEY ROPERS & RIDERS! MAY, 2013 Pope Valley Ropers and Riders 2013 Gymkhana Series May 19th June 30th July 21st Sign-up at 8 a.m. Gymkhana starts at 9 a.m. Helmets required for participants under age 18 Events: Clover Barrels Slot Barrels Speed Barrel Poles 2 Big T Mystery Event Ribbons 1st through 5th or Voucher Prizes Daily High Point Award & Reserve High Point Year-End High Point Buckle & Reserve Award Groups based on riding ability and times as determined by the Gymkhana Committee Lead Line Beginner Novice (Walk /Trot) (Horn Holder) Under 12 Intermediate Advanced (Stay in the Saddle) (Turn & Burn) Entry Fees $30.00 Per Day for All Events No Dogs Please! Download your registration forms online at http:// www.ropersandriders.org/gymkhana_page.html To pay your entry fees online by major credit card or PayPal, follow the prompts on the Gymkhana web page. If you have questions, call Mary Burton (707) 965-2476, or Pam Wilson (707) 245-5551.! PAGE 8
CSHA State Trails Chair invites you to: Camp & Ride at Point Reyes National Seashore A fund raiser for California State Horseman s Association Incorporated: Trails Advocacy June 29 th and 30 th, 2013 Join like-minded trail riding equestrians for a weekend offering 150 miles of beautiful trails in west Marin County: Point Reyes National Seashore. Ride out directly from your campsite, or trailer to other trail heads. Enjoy camaraderie of fellow trail advocates around a warm campfire in the evening over a prepared dinner. Your registration covers Saturday night dinner, Sunday continental breakfast and a trail lunch for Sunday. Proceeds fund CSHA Trails Advocacy statewide S k y T r a i l Registration is necessary by June 24 th to purchase supplies. Book your own campsite at Stewart Ranch (415-663-1362 after April1st) make sure to tell her how many people and horses (no dogs). Have questions about the event or the trails? Call Sarah Reid, CSHA State Trails Chair 707-545-6202 Point Reyes CSHA Trails Fund Raiser! PAGE 9
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2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS President$$ Sherrilyn Roth $ $ 965-2818 Vice President$Alejandro Maldonado $ 479-8679 Secretary$$ Larry Bettinelli$ $ 965-2141 Treasurer$$ Sally Kimsey$ $ $ 965-2675 Ranger$ $ Antonio Montanez$ $ 965-1647 Board Member$Betty Bickford $ $ 965-2367 Board Member$Lettie Smeding $ $ 965-2306 Board Member$Chris Hill$$ $ $ 965-2225 Newsletter Editor Roy Hagar 965-0508 rthagar5611@me.com Upcoming Events May Meeting Friday, May 10th @ the Arena Fellowship @6:30 Dinner Meeting @ 7 Monthly Trail Ride May 12th Mother s Day Ride at Snell Valley Ranch Gymkhana Clinic with Sheana Rombauer Wedneday, May 15th @ 5 p.m. May Gymkhana Sunday, May 19th: 8 a.m. sign-up/9 a.m. start @ the Arena Pope Valley Ropers and Riders PO Box 1 Pope Valley, CA 94567