President s Message. San Martin Horsemen s Association. The EVENTER January Well,

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The EVENTER January 2017 San Martin Horsemen s Association Serving Our Community & Promoting Horses & Horsemanship President s Message 1 Club News 2

Association 2017 President s Message I d like to start by wishing everyone a Happy New Year!

I d like to thank you all for having the confidence in me to once again represent SMHA as your club President.

We all know that the way to do this is for each of us to bring in just one new member this coming year. I know you can do it!

3) The club needs to keep our finger on the pulse of what s happening in our area to be able to keep existing trails open and do what we can to help promote

Get out there and ride more!! As you know, there is no January general meeting but we will meet on February 10th for our first meeting of 2017.

1 The EVENTER January 2017 San Martin Horsemen s Association Serving Our Community & Promoting Horses & Horsemanship President s Message 1 Club News 2 Membership Form 3-4 Holiday Party 5 Water Trough/ Classifieds 6 Things of Interest/Support 6 Chitty Blog 7 Well, Published by: San Martin s Horsemen s Association 2017 President s Message I d like to start by wishing everyone a Happy New Year!!! I hope everyone had a fabulous holiday and got a lot of riding in too! I d like to thank you all for having the confidence in me to once again represent SMHA as your club President. At the risk of sounding like a broken record, I would like to say that my goals this year are to: 1) increase the size of our membership. We all know that the way to do this is for each of us to bring in just one new member this coming year. I know you can do it!! 2) I would like to find a way to spark more interest in events and getting new members more involved in the planning and execution of those events. 3) The club needs to keep our finger on the pulse of what s happening in our area to be able to keep existing trails open and do what we can to help promote new areas to ride. We need to keep our horse community horse friendly for years to come. Last but not least, we all need to have fun! Get out there and ride more!! As you know, there is no January general meeting but we will meet on February 10th for our first meeting of I think we will try to have our annual soup/chili contest so get your favorite recipes ready. Watch the February Eventer for more details. I would love to see everyone at our meeting and better yet, bring a friend! See you all next month. I will leave you with this thought: ** Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. ** - William James Bev November San Martin Horseman s Association P.O. Box 275 San Martin, CA Page 1

2 2017 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL: Don t forget to be eligible for the year end drawing -- you must be a current member at the time of an event and present at the December meeting. Go to and click on the 2017 membership application. Send your membership application(s) and dues to: SMHA, P.O. Box 275, San Martin, CA Mane Stays & Events Monthly Calendar Jan 14th Jan 21st Feb 10th MLK Trail Work Day in Santa Teresa County Park see Chitty Blog Coe Trail Work Day see Chitty Blog General Meeting San Martin Lions Club 7pm Bring your favorite Soup or Chilli for a Taste Off. TAKE NOTE: For General Meetings, please bring a potluck dish to share and refreshments, flatware & plates for yourself. Thank You. IDEAS FOR A GENERAL MEETING? Let the board know what you d like to do Board Meeting no meeting in December Next scheduled meetings: January 19: Board Meeting at Chere Bargar s home San Martin Horsemen s Association Executive Board and Committee Chairpersons President Vice President Bev VanderWeide Chere Bargar Secretary Pat Scharfe Poker Ride Chair Chere Bargar* Treasurer Audra Soltis At Large Steve Oliveira Membership Kathy McBride Sunshine Sandy Voechting Newsletter Historian Trails Development Co-chair County Trail Liason Tim Alton Carolyn Tucker timalton@yahoo. com carolynt@garlic.c om Kitty Swindle Audra Soltis Media Director Trails Development Co-chair Jack Brook Camp Chair *interim Christine Amber Chere Bargar Joan Throgmorton November San Martin Horseman s Association P.O. Box 275 San Martin, CA Page 2

3 San Martin Horsemen s Association - Membership Application 2017 Form valid for memberships 10/1/16 thru 12/31/17 page 1 of 2 This membership is NEW_ RENEWAL_ Step One: (circle one) Family $40 Individual $30 Step Two: List name of every person included on your membership For Family Membership list all children and their birthdates. Children must be born after 12/31/1998 to be included. FULL NAME of each member Adult Child Date of Birth (minors) 1) or 2) or 3) or 4) or 5) or 6) or Step Three: Contact Information Mailing address City-State-Zip_ Home address (if different from mailing address) City-State-Zip_ Home phone Cell phone Work phone (s):_ Note: is used to communicate relevant club information in a timely fashion and as a convenient alternative for contacting you. We ll keep your private. NEWSLETTER IS SENT VIA UNLESS YOU INDICATE HERE BY CIRCLING SNAIL MAIL Step Four: Indicate your interests in activities by checking the items below. * I am willing to help: * I am interested in the following: at events pre-events on committees club officer committee member phone tree caller newsletter fundraisers snack bar/cooking refreshments set-up/clean-up other camping pleasure trails poker rides trail trials gymkhana rodeo shows endurance NATRC trails (building) trails (development) trails (planning) For More Information Website: mail@smhorse.org Phone: President Bev junior program parade/color guard team penning dressage/quadrille other (specify) Step Five: Must Sign release(s) on back/second page of form. Membership is not complete without all signatures and payment. Family memberships with minors: please sign both parts of the Release of Liability/Hold Harmless Agreement Step Six: Mail signed form with your payment to: SMHA, P.O. Box 275, San Martin, CA Step Seven: Now that you are a member JOIN US at club activities listed on January San Martin Horseman s Association P.O. Box 275 San Martin, CA Page 3

4 San Martin Horsemen s Association Membership Application Page 2 of 2 PARTICIPANTS HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT/RELEASE OF LIABILITY. THIS RELEASE CONTAINS IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS OF LEGAL LIABILITY! NOTE: TWO parts for Family Memberships Participants Address City/State Phone # s I acknowledge that horseback riding is a sport which carries inherent risks of injury and damage to myself, my horse and property. I knowingly assume all risks, whether known or unknown, of horseback riding. I hereby release the San Martin Horsemen's Association (SMHA) from all liability for any act of negligence or want of ordinary care on the part of San Martin Horsemen's Association or any of its agents. In consideration of my participation in events and activities organized or sponsored by San Martin Horsemen's Association I waive, release and discharge San Martin Horsemen's Association, its directors, officers, agents and members, their representatives, heirs, executors and all other persons and organizations in any way connected with the SMHA events from any and all claims of liability for injury or damage to myself, my animals or my property arising out of my participation. This agreement is binding upon my executors, heirs and assigns. I expressly waive any rights I may have under California Civil Code 1542, which states "A general release does not extend to claims which the creditor does not know or suspect to exist in his favor at the time of executing the release, which if known by him might have materially affected his settlement with the debtor." I agree that I will indemnify and hold harmless San Martin Horsemen's Association, their officers, directors, members and agents against all claims, demand, and cause of action, including court costs and actual attorney fees, arising from any proceeding or lawsuits brought by or prosecuted for my benefit, in which this release is upheld. San Martin Horsemen's Association, its agents or employees shall not be liable for any damage which may accrue from any cause or as a result of fire, theft, mining away, state of health, injury to person, horse or property. I acknowledge that I have read this Release of Liability and know and understand its contents. SignatureDate SignatureDate Additional Release of Liability to cover minor(s) PARENT or LEGAL GUARDIAN must ALSO complete this section in addition to the above section. All minors and dates of birth MUST BE LISTED on SMHA membership application. Full names of all minors: I/We, the undersigned parent(s) or guardian(s) of the above minor(s) in consideration of said minor's participation in San Martin Horsemen's Association activities, agree that the terms and conditions of this Release of Liability shall be binding as to damage or injury to my minor(s), his/her animal(s), and property arising out of his/her participation in events. I/We further warrant that I/we have health and accident insurance on said minor(s). I acknowledge that I have read this Release of Liability and know and understand its contents. Parent/Guardian Signature_ Date Parent/Guardian Signature_Date Address if different than above Phone_ January San Martin Horseman s Association P.O. Box 275 San Martin, CA Page 4

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6 Mane Stays THINGS OF INTEREST/SUPPORT /SUPPORT: The Teri Davis Patane Memorial Horse Camp for Kids (TDP Horse Camp). TDP Horse Camp is dedicated to providing disadvantaged kids with an opportunity to learn basic horsemanship skills and experience nature in an educational and fun setting. The annual seven-day camp is solely funded by donations and completely staffed by volunteers. It provides all the kids with room, board, their own horse and all necessary equipment. Items needed include boots, socks, helmets, jeans, horse equipment, etc. Contact Lon , this is a 501(c)(3), tax deductible non-profit. Lon Davis, speaking at the May General Meeting FYI: There is a new tack shop in town, especially for your English needs. Stagnaro Tack & Apparel17415 Monterey st. Morgan Hill.Water Trough/Club Classifieds Animal and Plant Sitting: Reliable Care for your plants fit high withered horse. Leather seat and skirting with and animals while you are away. 20 years experience you can rely on! Chere at BIG HORN saddle for sale $325 obo. Call Bev leave message. Other saddles also available. Miniature Horses for Sale: Mares, Stallions and Foals for sale Contact Sandy Voechting WANTED: Horse Lease Does your horse need exercise? I am an experienced western pleasure horsewoman hoping to find a free lease situation. Something that is beneficial for you, myself and your horse. Please call Lisa FOR SALE: All leather R&R 15 seat endurance saddle. Very good condition. $ King series 16 seat black endurance saddle. Brand new, medium tree, will synthetic fenders. $ , ask for Margo... FOR SALE: Ezee corral by Zareba (Valley Vet Supply Catalogue) Like new. $175. All purpose saddle "Senator" by Barton Saddlery in England. Black. Padded with french leather knee rolls and 22" wide panels underneath. For a warmblood. Very light and comfortable. Make offer. Old easyboots in good condition and lots of wraps. Standing, Polo. etc. Beautiful Arabian costume in gold and brown. Paid $1000. Make offer. Lisa in Santa Clara, (408) Lost & Found: a pair of horse boots found by the drag riders on the short trail at the Halloween Poker Ride. Call Kitty ( ) to see if they are yours. Classified ads for members are always FREE! Ad space for business services (member or not) as follows: 1/4 Page: $15, 1/2 Page: $25, Full Page: $50, Business Card Ad: $20/4 Months. Classified ads run on a space available basis. Non-members call for more information. Newsletter Deadlines: Five days after Board Meeting or the 20th of the month. Please send articles, classified ads, pictures and stories to: mail@smhorse.org January San Martin Horseman s Association P.O. Box 275 San Martin, CA Page 6

the area in search of Coe Park fungi. The hike will last approximately 4 hours or more. Join our expert, Chris MacIntosh, who will identify CHITTY BLOG appreciated.

7 COE PARK Work Days: If you are so inclined, come out and help on the trails. There are a number of times during the year when help from the public is solicited, and all help is greatly Join us for a fun hike along the Timm Trail, Spike Jones Trail and possibly other trails in the area in search of Coe Park fungi. The hike will last approximately 4 hours or more. Join our expert, Chris MacIntosh, who will identify CHITTY BLOG appreciated. For starters, save the following dates: Jan. 21. Feb. 18, and March 25. Watch the Eventer for more details.call Chere or Kitty to sign up for the Jan. 21 date COE PARK Fungus Fun Hike: the many mushrooms and fungi along the trail. With all the rain this year we hope to have a great hike. You MUST make reservations for this hike as space is limited. Call Chere or Kitty to sign up. COE PARK and RAIN: This is not aimed at SMHA members in particular, but intended to pass the word along, especially to new riders and others who may need to be educated. During the rainy season the county parks are often closed so many people head to Coe Park. PLEASE do not ride on the single track trails for 48 hours after it has rained ½ or more in 24 hours. Bikes and horses really tear up the trails when they are wet. 99 % of the trail maintenance as well as putting in new trails is done by volunteers. There is no way that all trails can be continually fixed and new trails built, especially when people do not use common sense and don t seem to care how much damage they do. Also, stay off trails that are marked closed. There is a good reason they are closed. New trails need to settle in before use to ensure the trail tread is sufficiently packed to withstand use. Other trails may have maintenance issues that need to be addressed before they are safe. There are plenty of dirt roads you can ride on in wet weather, so take advantage of them and show some respect for the trails in Coe Park and the volunteers who work so hard to ensure that we, the public, continue to have several hundred miles of trails to ride on in this fantastic park. Contact Chere or Kitty for more information or check the Henry Coe State Park website. Please note: the above events are NOT SMHA sponsored events. SCCPARKS MLK TRAIL DAY in Santa Teresa County Park:: For SCC Parks Trail Work Pre-registration is required. contact the Volunteer Program at volunteer@prk.sccgov.org or call (408) for more information. Save the date for summer. Jack Brook Horse Camp 2017 August 7 th -14th January San Martin Horseman s Association P.O. Box 275 San Martin, CA Page 7

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Welcome Back! San Martin Horsemen s Association. Like us on Facebook! The EVENTER March 2015

Welcome Back! San Martin Horsemen s Association. Like us on Facebook! The EVENTER March 2015 The EVENTER March 2015 Published by: San Martin s Horsemen s Association 2015 San Martin Horsemen s Association Welcome Back! Well, our year is underway! Our first general meeting of the year was very