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2004 is almost over, I hope everyone had a successful year. We have many plans for 2005, and for our club to be successful, everyone must participate in some way.
Our model horse show in October was a huge success. A big thank you to all who helped make it a success. We are planning at least two more, possible three model horse shows in 2005 due to multiple requests from participants. The model shows are great fundraisers that do not take a lot of work.
In regards to the money raised by the model show, it was voted on to use the money to go to Arabian Knights Diner Theater in Orlando.
Another suggestion, which will have to be voted on, is to use the money to go to BreyerFest in Kentucky, which is the last weekend in July. We can also use the money to buy club jackets. Ballots are included with this newsletter.
Another issue with the money raised at the model horse show is club participation. Only three members, two leaders, and one parent helped at the model horse show. By rights, only those who helped should have their tickets paid to go to Arabian Knights. Those who did not participate should not benefit from others labor. This will also be put to a vote and is counted on enclosed ballot.
At this point, the only ones who helped at the model horse show and should have their tickets paid for are Christina Arteaga, Sarah Barbarie, and Jenny Clauson.
January 15-16 is the Horse Trials at Canterbury. They need help again and if anyone is interested Christina, Sarah, and I will be there.
Alachua County Youth Fair is February 18-22 at the Alachua County Fairgrounds. I would like to see as many members as possible doing exhibits and record books. Record books are due to the extension office February 12, 2005. We will have a meeting January to fill them out. Everyone should have a book as Mary passed them out at the last meeting. Anyone not having one contact Mary at 472-5398 or Donna at 472-2672.
Anyone not owning a horse will have to fill out a lease agreement. Mary or I will get them from the 4-H office.
The next 4-H horse show is March 19, 2005. If you want to ride and don't have a horse, the following applies:
1. You must take lessons weekly (barring bad weather)
2. You must show up at the weekly horse show practices, which will start the second week in January. If you miss more than 2 practices you will not be allowed to ride in the show
3. You will be assigned a horse and that is the horse you will ride and care for to include tack
4. You must own your own riding clothes to include helmet, boots, breeches, shirt, and gloves
We will begin horse shows at Old Oak Farm March 26. We will have four dressage/jumping/cross country shows. The same horse show rules apply.
We will also have a practice, pre-show here at the farm to help everyone prepare for the larger shows. All who participate will ride and dress as if they are at a regular show. Christina, Mary, Sarah, and I will be judges with the opportunity for 4-H members to judge each other.
This year we will be participating in the 4-H horse shows at Canterbury. The dressage, jumper and horse trials at Canterbury, and dressage and jumper show at Circle M in High Springs. The horse shows at Old Oak Farm will be dressage, jumper, and cross-country shows with year-end awards. A list of known dates is enclosed.
We will also be doing a lot of trail riding and training with our two babies, D�j� vu, and Cest La Vie.
If anyone has any additional news for the newsletter, please let Donna or Christina know or send an email to: [email protected]
I want to see many names here this year!
January 8 4-H Practice (record books)* 15-16 Canterbury Horse Trials 22 4-H Practice (horse show prep-1)* 29 4-H Practice (horse show prep-2)* February 5 4-H Practice (youth fair prep)* 6 4-H Practice (horse show prep-3)* 12 4-H Practice (horse show prep-4)* 18-22 Alachua County Youth Fair 26 4-H Practice (horse show prep-5)* March 5 Circle M Dressage/Jumper Show 6 4-H Practice (horse show prep-6)* 12 4-H Practice (practice horse show-7)* 19 4-H Horse Show 19 Canterbury Schooling Dressage 26 Old Oak Farm Dressage/Jumper Show April 2 4-H Practice (horse show prep-8)* 9 4-H Horse Show 9 Circle M Dressage/Jumper Show 16 4-H Practice (model show prep)* 23 4-H Practice (practice model horse show)* 30 Silver Snaffles Spring Model Horse Show May 7 4-H Practice (horse show prep-9)* 14 4-H Practice (horse show prep-10)* 21 Circle M Dressage/Jumper Show 28 Canterbury Schooling Horse Trials June 4 4-H Practice (horse show prep-11)* 11 Circle M Dressage/Jumper Show 18 Canterbury Schooling Dressage 25 Canterbury Just Jumpers July 2 Old Oak Farm Dressage/Jumper Show 9 4-H Practice (horse show prep-12)* 16-17 Canterbury Schooling Dressage 23 Canterbury Just Jumpers 29-31 BreyerFest August 6 Circle M Dressage/Jumper Show 13 4-H Practice (horse show prep-13)* 20 Canterbury Schooling Dressage 27 Canterbury Just Jumpers September 3 Circle M Dressage/Jumper Show 10 Canterbury One Day Horse Trial 17 Old Oak Farm Dressage/Jumper Show 18 4-H Horse Show 24 Old Oak Farm Dressage/Jumper Show (Alternate Date) October 1 Circle M Dressage/Jumper Show 16 4-H Horse Show 22 Silver Snaffles Fall Model Horse Show November 5 Old Oak Farm Dressage/Jumper Show December 10 Canterbury Schooling Dressage 11 4-H Horse Show *4-H practice starts at 1:00 from January to approximately April or May depending on how hot it is. During the hotter months, practice will begin at 5:00 p.m.
If you have any other information or announcements, contact Christina or Donna at (352) 472-2672 or [email protected]
Please check either yes or no. Return to Silver Snaffles 4-H Club, 5704 NW 204th St., Alachua, FL 32615 no later than January 15, 2005 or email to [email protected]
1. Do we still want to use the money raised at October Model Horse Show to go to Arabian Knights? Yes Date:_______________________ No 2. Do we want to use the money to go to BreyerFest this year? Cost approximate $100/person includes ticket & room. Yes No 3. Club Participation. Should only those who helped raise the money have their tickets paid for? Yes No 4. Should the club pay for tickets for those who did not participate? Yes No 5. Should the club pay a portion of the tickets for those who did not participate? Yes Percentage of ticket price (10%, 50%, etc.) _______________ No Please return all ballots no later than January 15, 2005 either my mail or email. Next meeting is January 8, 2005.
Go to the following page for information on preparing for the Alachua County 4-H horse shows. Horse Show Prep
Model horse show information and results Silver Snaffles Model Horse Show
Click here to go to the Alachua County 4-H page Alachua County 4-H
The new 4-H year will be starting in September. This program is open to any Alachua County 4-H member who competes in Dressage at any show, not just 4-H shows. To qualify for the program the 4-H member must be currently enrolled for the 2005 4-H year. They must send a copy of their dressage test to:
Old Oak Farm
Silver Snaffles 4-H Dressage Gold Medal Program
5704 NW 204th Street
Alachua, FL 32615
= Dressage score of 60 or higher will receive a Gold Medal and leather bridle
= Dressage score between 50-59 receive a Silver Medal
= Dressage score between 40-49 receive a Bronze Medal
*This program is not sanctioned by Alachua County 4-H office.
January 3: *Member Enrollment, horse project application due
February 16: *Horse Project Record due
March 1: *Completion of 3 seminar credits
* - these are requred for Area Show eligibility
***We have several really good video tapes that were made by the USDF speciffically for junior riders. They are excellent and give some great riding tips.
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