Meeting Minutes
August 30, 2010
Meeting called to order at 6:45 PM. People who attended the meeting were Sherry K, Laura, Suzi, Sara, Alissa, Kara, Kaitlyn, Lisa, and Sherry M. A quorum was present.
Treasurer report: There is $4255.57 in the checking account and $209 in the savings. There are no outstanding bills. Halter ribbons are ordered.
Show Secretary report: There was a total of 29 horses at the show. There were 5 halter and 5 performance sponsorships paid. There was a profit of $877.99.
Motion to allow late sponsorships. Sherry K 1st and Kara 2nd. We need to remember to put it in writing for next year that there will be a penalty for late sponsorships.
We need to reserve $2500 total for awards and have a starting bank next year.
Halter tie breaker will be whoever has the most 1st places.
Pre entries are due by the 16th of September.
Kara will make up new judges cards. Megan will help in the office. Lisa will check batteries for the walkie-talkies. We need to look into new form of communication between judges and announcer.
No jackpot trail at this show.
No need for 4-H kids this show as we will collect trail warm-up fees with entries. Warm-up trail will be $10 per horse – mandatory.
No moolah will be given. Treat bag/grab bags for prizes. Tail bags for the first 20 entries.
Becky will be the ring steward and will be paid gas/food. $50 gas card. Motion-Lisa 1st Sara 2nd
Kara will pick up Bernice.
Food will be same as last show. Hamburgers/hotdogs, soda, ice tea, water, chips. Will add cookies to the menu. Lisa making chili. Laura MIGHT make some cupcakes.
Meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm.
~Alissa Osburn
Monday, September 13, 2010
Monday, September 6, 2010
September 19, 2010 Open Show
The last show of the season is in two weeks. You have to see the improvements that have been made at Horsemen's Center. Trees have been planted near the Show Office and near the bleachers and I hear that sand has been added to the big show arena. The Town of Apple Valley has really stepped up. Come check it out!
The show is PAC and OCAP approved. Registration begins at 7:00; judging starts at 8:00 a.m. Premiums and show packets are available - call Kara Olson at 760/686-3695 or 760/961-4242 or Lisa LaMere at 760/948-1315. (A copy is also attached to this posting. Click to enlarge.)
Pre-entries are due Thursday, September 16. You will save you $2.00 per class and will help move things along in the Show Office. ;-) Pre-entries can be faxed to (760) 244-8990.
As always, we have some great prizes and our raffle is already stocking up! Expect hamburgers, hotdogs, chili and other goodies at our Snack Shack. As always, free coffee before 8:00 a.m.
Hope to see you there!
The Announcer,
~Lisa
The show is PAC and OCAP approved. Registration begins at 7:00; judging starts at 8:00 a.m. Premiums and show packets are available - call Kara Olson at 760/686-3695 or 760/961-4242 or Lisa LaMere at 760/948-1315. (A copy is also attached to this posting. Click to enlarge.)
Pre-entries are due Thursday, September 16. You will save you $2.00 per class and will help move things along in the Show Office. ;-) Pre-entries can be faxed to (760) 244-8990.
As always, we have some great prizes and our raffle is already stocking up! Expect hamburgers, hotdogs, chili and other goodies at our Snack Shack. As always, free coffee before 8:00 a.m.
Hope to see you there!
The Announcer,
~Lisa
Bodie at the Rainbow Bridge
Friday, June 11, 2010
Thursday June 10
Kaitlyn continues her reign as the Queen of Finals. She made finals today in English Showmanship and English Bareback Equitation.
It was a very long day today, finishing around 6:30. Fortunately, the ice cream social helped cool things down while we waited to see if Kaitlyn got called back for Bareback Eq. - which she did and was placed by one judge, but no Top Tens today.
Enjoy some photos.
Laura, Jenn and Sherry
Scott
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
On the Road to Worlds
Here’s a short recap for our first day,
Twelve-plus hours of driving; four people; two horses, one blown tire; destination Albuquerque.
Written on Day Two:
We’re on the road at 8:49 local time (Sunday), which is a whole lot better than yesterday, when we started out at 5:15. Ah yes, yesterday.
Three a.m. arrived too quickly, especially after getting to bed late as we packed at the last minute. We got to Sherry’s around 4:30. The girls hooked up the trailer, gave the horses their supplements, while I fed Tucker roses. He likes the dried roses from the bushes around the stalls. Sherry came out in her bathrobe and the pretty pjs she bought at last year’s World show.
Somewhere in Arizona, we had a trailer tire blowout , and while Scott and Kaitlyn were putting on the spare, Jenn discovered a trailer tire on the opposite side had a hole in it, tread pealed back and some steel showing – there was no way that we were going to get very far with it – and no spare. About 20 miles later, we made our way to a truck stop with tire repair and bought two new tires.
Later, as we were driving, Scott thought he noticed something sticking out from the horse trailer. Turns out that the bars from the feed window had dropped down and Tucker was sticking his head out to look around. Fortunately, he had his fly mask on, and Scott pulled over so the bars could be put back into place. Don’t need any eye injuries to ol’ Tucker-butt!
We rolled into Albuquerque around 6:30 – and Kaitlyn easily remembered how to get to the state fairgrounds. The security guy who checked us in was an idiot, but other than that, the horses were settled in pretty quickly. We went to have dinner and found an inexpensive hotel that, incongruously, had a cheesy replica of the Statue of Liberty outside of the check-in area.
Kaitlyn and Jenn snuck into another motel’s pool for a few minutes (ours closed at 9:00 – the other at 10:00). I was asleep within minutes of them getting back and slept soundly until a little before six this morning.
Included with the room was an advertised “hot breakfast” which we consumed before leaving – waffles and toast and pre-made egg patties – yum!
We got back to the fairgrounds, hooked up the trailer; the horses were fine and Tucker had guzzled a half bucket of water – Feather was working on her third, I think! They were fed and loaded into the trailer, and we hit the road.
Here’s the conversation taking place while we drive the endless highway: “Cyborg blogsters, I want a red vine, turn on the radio! Quack like a duck, can’t wait to get to Texas, I deserve a medal! That’s a Studebaker! It’s kind of insane!”
Scott wanted today to be a singing day. We all vetoed him - a capella.
Yesterday the air conditioner took required rest periods and after giving it some time off, it cranked out cold just fine. Unfortunately, that’s happening again, so we are driving with the windows down as I write this. Yesterday was the hottest day in Albuquerque’s recorded weather history. They haven’t seen heat this early in the year since 1890-something. Lucky us! Right now it’s 79 at 9:30 in the morning. And the laptop is making my legs sweat, so I’m signing off for now. More adventures later.
Twelve-plus hours of driving; four people; two horses, one blown tire; destination Albuquerque.
We’re on the road at 8:49 local time (Sunday), which is a whole lot better than yesterday, when we started out at 5:15. Ah yes, yesterday.
Kaitlyn and Jenn snuck into another motel’s pool for a few minutes (ours closed at 9:00 – the other at 10:00). I was asleep within minutes of them getting back and slept soundly until a little before six this morning.
Included with the room was an advertised “hot breakfast” which we consumed before leaving – waffles and toast and pre-made egg patties – yum!
We got back to the fairgrounds, hooked up the trailer; the horses were fine and Tucker had guzzled a half bucket of water – Feather was working on her third, I think! They were fed and loaded into the trailer, and we hit the road.
Here’s the conversation taking place while we drive the endless highway: “Cyborg blogsters, I want a red vine, turn on the radio! Quack like a duck, can’t wait to get to Texas, I deserve a medal! That’s a Studebaker! It’s kind of insane!”
Scott wanted today to be a singing day. We all vetoed him - a capella.
Yesterday the air conditioner took required rest periods and after giving it some time off, it cranked out cold just fine. Unfortunately, that’s happening again, so we are driving with the windows down as I write this. Yesterday was the hottest day in Albuquerque’s recorded weather history. They haven’t seen heat this early in the year since 1890-something. Lucky us! Right now it’s 79 at 9:30 in the morning. And the laptop is making my legs sweat, so I’m signing off for now. More adventures later.
Desert Color Classic Results
For those who attended, we appreciate your good humor regarding the flooding of the show arena. One of the valves at the north end of the arena broke the night before and ran to the southwest corner of the arena and formed a small pond, rendering that end of the arena unusable.
Staff from the Town of Apple Valley Parks and Rec were on hand before we arrived, and quickly drained the water; they also barricaded the area and dragged the arena for about an hour. At the end, we had the better part of a nicely groomed arena available to use. Our thanks to Chops and the rest of the crew who assisted.
Of course, the snow, rain, hail, sleet and wind was as big a surprise as the waterlogged areana. Great appreciation to everyone who came up with extra winter-gear for those of us who weren't prepared for this less than May-like weather!
There were some awesome prizes that were raffled throughout the day. Many, many thanks to everyone who donated. If I've forgotten your name, I apologize - I'm sitting in Tulsa with my notes at home. Sara Henson, AJ - Hooves N Paws, Sherry Krig, Alissa and Linda Osburn, Scott & Lisa LaMere, Laura Fowler, Nature's Farmacy.
Lynn and Jake Jaroszewski - Kudos to your Snack Shack! The hamburgers were a hit! And the Laura/Kaitlyn cupcakes were beautifully scrumptious! As always, Sherry's and Lisa's homemade chili remains a crowd-pleaser!
Desert Color Classic - MRVHA Open Classes
Halter High Point
Exclusives Design/Morgan Betts
Reserve: Mighty Cool Sis/Cindy Polly
Walk-Trot High Point
Teresa Osburn & An April Impression
Reserve: Emily Cullins & Katchmyblaze
Youth High Point
Kaitlyn LaMere & Fairly Special Tale
Adult High Point
Laura Fowler & HF Artistic Babe
Reserve: Suzi Smith & So Slow Zippo
Open High Point
Laura Fowler & HF Artistic Babe
Reserve: Pam Boyd & Scandalous Vision
Desert Color Classic - Pinto Classes
Youth High Point
Kaitlyn LaMere & Fairly Special Tale
Amateur High Point
Laura Fowler & HF Artistic Babe
Reserve: Vicki Phipps & Yes Im Pawnee
Breeding Stock High Point
Exclusives Design & Morgan Betts
Open Horse High Point
Laura Fowler & HF Artistic Babe
Staff from the Town of Apple Valley Parks and Rec were on hand before we arrived, and quickly drained the water; they also barricaded the area and dragged the arena for about an hour. At the end, we had the better part of a nicely groomed arena available to use. Our thanks to Chops and the rest of the crew who assisted.
Of course, the snow, rain, hail, sleet and wind was as big a surprise as the waterlogged areana. Great appreciation to everyone who came up with extra winter-gear for those of us who weren't prepared for this less than May-like weather!
There were some awesome prizes that were raffled throughout the day. Many, many thanks to everyone who donated. If I've forgotten your name, I apologize - I'm sitting in Tulsa with my notes at home. Sara Henson, AJ - Hooves N Paws, Sherry Krig, Alissa and Linda Osburn, Scott & Lisa LaMere, Laura Fowler, Nature's Farmacy.
Lynn and Jake Jaroszewski - Kudos to your Snack Shack! The hamburgers were a hit! And the Laura/Kaitlyn cupcakes were beautifully scrumptious! As always, Sherry's and Lisa's homemade chili remains a crowd-pleaser!
Desert Color Classic - MRVHA Open Classes
Halter High Point
Exclusives Design/Morgan Betts
Reserve: Mighty Cool Sis/Cindy Polly
Walk-Trot High Point
Teresa Osburn & An April Impression
Reserve: Emily Cullins & Katchmyblaze
Youth High Point
Kaitlyn LaMere & Fairly Special Tale
Adult High Point
Laura Fowler & HF Artistic Babe
Reserve: Suzi Smith & So Slow Zippo
Open High Point
Laura Fowler & HF Artistic Babe
Reserve: Pam Boyd & Scandalous Vision
Desert Color Classic - Pinto Classes
Youth High Point
Kaitlyn LaMere & Fairly Special Tale
Amateur High Point
Laura Fowler & HF Artistic Babe
Reserve: Vicki Phipps & Yes Im Pawnee
Breeding Stock High Point
Exclusives Design & Morgan Betts
Open Horse High Point
Laura Fowler & HF Artistic Babe
Sunday, May 2, 2010
April 12 Meeting Minutes
Meeting called to order at 6:16 P.M. on Monday April 12. Motion to approve minutes by Suzi and Sara. People who attended the meeting were Sherry, Sheri, Sherry, Lynn, A.J., Valerie, Suzi, Sara, Laura, Lisa, Kaitlyn, and Alissa.
Treasurer’s Report: The club made a small profit off of the March Fuzzy Wuzzy Show. The Show Chairman wasn’t available to give a show report.
New/Old Business: Desert Color Classic-Lisa will be able to attend the show and help with announcing and managing.
Announcers will be Lisa and Sherri M.
Morgan, Kari, and Lisa will be able to run the office.
Pre-entries for the DCC show will be mailed to the MRVHA P.O. BOX with a deadline of Wednesday the 19th. Entries must include copies of all membership cards. It will be the clubs responsibility to check the memberships of the entries. All entries showing in Pinto classes must bring proof of membership the day of the show.
Show supplies - Numbers have been ordered and picked up this week, staplers, big pins, paperclips, batteries, calculators, speaker wire, printer ink.
Rules and Regulations- class fees will be the same as last year
• grounds fee -$11
• jackpot classes-$25, 20 for class and 5 for the office.
• warm up trail $10
4-H kids will be there to help run the warm up trail and jackpot trail. All warm up money will go to the 4-H kids. MSC, Sara and Laura.
There will be NO warm up trail for the jackpot class.
Pre-entries must send copies for the entries.
There will be a $20 fee to enter the day of the show. MSC – Suzi and Sherri M.
Pinto class numbers will given out per horse.
NO running of horses on the grounds.
Leadliners may not cross enter any other classes
A NSF check fee of $35. MSC – Sara and Laura.
Class changes/scratches MUST be done 3 classes before.
NO GATE ENTRIES!!!!!!!!!
The ring Steward may choose the order of go if not volunteers go first.
Gate/ring person(s) will be paid $100. MSC -Sherry and Laura.
Sponsorship fees are $75 for performance and $50 for halter.
We will be adding a jackpot loungeline class.
There will be random class drawings for tailbags.
High point awards- feeders with trays and duffle bags a value of High point $30 and reserve $20. Motion to 1st- Laura, second Sherry K.
Halter classes WILL count but are not mandatory.
Ribbons will be awarded thru 6th.
Food- Hamburgers, water, soda, ice tea, lemonade, cupcakes, hot dogs, chili, hamburgers, chips, coffee, doughnuts and ice. The club will pay for the meat and buns.
Raffles prizes will be donated.
Meeting ended at 8:09
Treasurer’s Report: The club made a small profit off of the March Fuzzy Wuzzy Show. The Show Chairman wasn’t available to give a show report.
New/Old Business: Desert Color Classic-Lisa will be able to attend the show and help with announcing and managing.
Announcers will be Lisa and Sherri M.
Morgan, Kari, and Lisa will be able to run the office.
Pre-entries for the DCC show will be mailed to the MRVHA P.O. BOX with a deadline of Wednesday the 19th. Entries must include copies of all membership cards. It will be the clubs responsibility to check the memberships of the entries. All entries showing in Pinto classes must bring proof of membership the day of the show.
Show supplies - Numbers have been ordered and picked up this week, staplers, big pins, paperclips, batteries, calculators, speaker wire, printer ink.
Rules and Regulations- class fees will be the same as last year
• grounds fee -$11
• jackpot classes-$25, 20 for class and 5 for the office.
• warm up trail $10
4-H kids will be there to help run the warm up trail and jackpot trail. All warm up money will go to the 4-H kids. MSC, Sara and Laura.
There will be NO warm up trail for the jackpot class.
Pre-entries must send copies for the entries.
There will be a $20 fee to enter the day of the show. MSC – Suzi and Sherri M.
Pinto class numbers will given out per horse.
NO running of horses on the grounds.
Leadliners may not cross enter any other classes
A NSF check fee of $35. MSC – Sara and Laura.
Class changes/scratches MUST be done 3 classes before.
NO GATE ENTRIES!!!!!!!!!
The ring Steward may choose the order of go if not volunteers go first.
Gate/ring person(s) will be paid $100. MSC -Sherry and Laura.
Sponsorship fees are $75 for performance and $50 for halter.
We will be adding a jackpot loungeline class.
There will be random class drawings for tailbags.
High point awards- feeders with trays and duffle bags a value of High point $30 and reserve $20. Motion to 1st- Laura, second Sherry K.
Halter classes WILL count but are not mandatory.
Ribbons will be awarded thru 6th.
Food- Hamburgers, water, soda, ice tea, lemonade, cupcakes, hot dogs, chili, hamburgers, chips, coffee, doughnuts and ice. The club will pay for the meat and buns.
Raffles prizes will be donated.
Meeting ended at 8:09
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Meeting called to order at 1:40 PM.People that attended this weeks meeting were Lisa, Kaitlyn, Suzi, Laura, Sherry K, Alissa, Sara, Sherri M, and Kara.
President's Report: The president announced that all of the 2010 board members were voted in unanimously.
Treasurer's Report: The insurance for all of the 2010 horse shows will be paid this week.
Old Business: The 2010 horse show memberships consist of household family members only. This includes husband, wife, children and or legal guardianships under the age of 18. We will be following the guidelines of PtHA. Kara moved to change the family membership and child requirements.M/S/C by Kara;Laura
New Business: Fuzzy horseshow rain date is March 14. Lisa will be checking on the DCC ribbon inventory. No Moola will be given out for the Fuzzy Wuzzy show. There will be no patterns except for Trail and Showmanship.
Food for the Fuzzy show will be cupcakes, chili, hot dogs, drinks, and coffee. All of the board members will be donating a raffle idem for the fuzzy show.
No Gate Entries. No exceptions.
This year: 2 Shows/2 judges at each show. There will be no futurities at the September show this year. Kara motioned no futurity show this year. Suzi seconded that.
There will be no Palomino or Quarter Horse alternative points this year due to expenses but will be considering Quarter Horse classes for future shows. The club may be adding Palomino classes in the 2011 premium.
The Desert Color Classic: Dennis Dean, Cash Grimes, and Grant Gibbs for possible judges and will be paid a set .42 cents a mile for expenses.
The meeting was adjourned at 2:58 PM.
Submitted by Alissa Osburn, MRVHA Secretary
Meeting called to order at 1:40 PM.People that attended this weeks meeting were Lisa, Kaitlyn, Suzi, Laura, Sherry K, Alissa, Sara, Sherri M, and Kara.
President's Report: The president announced that all of the 2010 board members were voted in unanimously.
Treasurer's Report: The insurance for all of the 2010 horse shows will be paid this week.
Old Business: The 2010 horse show memberships consist of household family members only. This includes husband, wife, children and or legal guardianships under the age of 18. We will be following the guidelines of PtHA. Kara moved to change the family membership and child requirements.M/S/C by Kara;Laura
New Business: Fuzzy horseshow rain date is March 14. Lisa will be checking on the DCC ribbon inventory. No Moola will be given out for the Fuzzy Wuzzy show. There will be no patterns except for Trail and Showmanship.
Food for the Fuzzy show will be cupcakes, chili, hot dogs, drinks, and coffee. All of the board members will be donating a raffle idem for the fuzzy show.
No Gate Entries. No exceptions.
This year: 2 Shows/2 judges at each show. There will be no futurities at the September show this year. Kara motioned no futurity show this year. Suzi seconded that.
There will be no Palomino or Quarter Horse alternative points this year due to expenses but will be considering Quarter Horse classes for future shows. The club may be adding Palomino classes in the 2011 premium.
The Desert Color Classic: Dennis Dean, Cash Grimes, and Grant Gibbs for possible judges and will be paid a set .42 cents a mile for expenses.
The meeting was adjourned at 2:58 PM.
Submitted by Alissa Osburn, MRVHA Secretary
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Awards Banquet Photos
Please note that there may have been more winners than pictured, but they weren't present. We missed them! All winners were listed in the program, which is available in the previous post.
The Marlee Martin President's Awards
This year the award was renamed the Marlee Martin President’s Award, and it was my great pleasure to present this award to member Liz Swaffield, who spent many long hours in the show office and behind the scenes as Co-Show Chairman; and to Kay Williams, our corporate sponsor who has generously supported the mission of MRVHA with annual sponsorships.
My heartfelt thanks and gratitude goes to Liz and Kay for their service, dedication and contributions to MRVHA.
~Lisa
Perpetual Awards were presented to the following members and horses:
Alyssa Brewer ... The Rose Family Perpetual Trophy for Most Improved Horse Show Rider
Kaitlyn LaMere ... Clint Upchurch Memorial Perpetual Sportsmanship Award
Laura Fowler ... Nicole peacock Memorial High Point showmanship Award
Smokey Illusion ... Jere Miller High Point Trail Horse
HF Artistic Babe ... Roelle High Point Horse
The Marlee Martin President's Awards
This year the award was renamed the Marlee Martin President’s Award, and it was my great pleasure to present this award to member Liz Swaffield, who spent many long hours in the show office and behind the scenes as Co-Show Chairman; and to Kay Williams, our corporate sponsor who has generously supported the mission of MRVHA with annual sponsorships.
My heartfelt thanks and gratitude goes to Liz and Kay for their service, dedication and contributions to MRVHA.
~Lisa
Perpetual Awards were presented to the following members and horses:
Alyssa Brewer ... The Rose Family Perpetual Trophy for Most Improved Horse Show Rider
Kaitlyn LaMere ... Clint Upchurch Memorial Perpetual Sportsmanship Award
Laura Fowler ... Nicole peacock Memorial High Point showmanship Award
Smokey Illusion ... Jere Miller High Point Trail Horse
HF Artistic Babe ... Roelle High Point Horse
Year-End Awards Banquet for 2009
I must apologise for being pretty lax about posting to our blog. A few weeks ago we had our MRVHA Awards Banquet, hosted by Suzi and Dale Smith. The potluck was amazing, with appetizers (franks in BBQ sauce); hearty entrees like sandwich wraps enchiladas, mac & cheese and Cowboy Stew, wonderful salads (a Greek Salad and a brocolli salad, to name a few) and Sara's simply scrumptious dessert ... and more (I can't remember them all, but I tried a little of everything!).
We had a 'formal' program. You can view smaller versions below (click on them to enlarge, or download and print a copy from here: http://www.yudu.com/item/details/127800/2009-Awards-Banquet---February-7--2010
Following the presentation of all the awards, The Marlee Martin President's Awards went to Kay Williams and Liz Swaffield.
We had a 'formal' program. You can view smaller versions below (click on them to enlarge, or download and print a copy from here: http://www.yudu.com/item/details/127800/2009-Awards-Banquet---February-7--2010
Following the presentation of all the awards, The Marlee Martin President's Awards went to Kay Williams and Liz Swaffield.
February 28 Fuzzy Show Cancelled Due to Rain
NEWS FLASH!
Tomorrow's show has been cancelled due to rain. While it may not be raining tomorrow, the arenas and grounds more than likely will not be in great shape.
Our Rain Date is Sunday March 14. If you have any questions, please contact Show Chairman Kara Olson at 760/559-1091 or Lisa LaMere at 760/948-1315. Watch for future announcements on these pages, or in the Daily Press Horse Talk column.
Tomorrow's show has been cancelled due to rain. While it may not be raining tomorrow, the arenas and grounds more than likely will not be in great shape.
Our Rain Date is Sunday March 14. If you have any questions, please contact Show Chairman Kara Olson at 760/559-1091 or Lisa LaMere at 760/948-1315. Watch for future announcements on these pages, or in the Daily Press Horse Talk column.
Monday, February 1, 2010
Equine Extravaganza - Mark Your Calendar!
The third annual Apple Valley Equine Extravaganza will be held Oct. 16, 2010 at Horseman's Center in Apple Valley from 9am to 6pm. Vendors, demonstrators and speakers are needed to help make for another successful event. This is a great opportunity for all trainers, breeders, farriers and business owners to come out and show the High Desert what they've got!
Last year's attendance was just under 1,000 and 2008 was just over 1,000. We will have merchandise and food vendors booths available. There will also be demonstrations taking place with the same type of format as in previous years in both arenas, western and english, throughout the day. We are entertaining all new ideas, demonstrations and speakers. If you would like to put your name down for a vendor application or demonstration application please contact Sherry Regner or The Town of Apple Valley, (760) 240-7000 ext 7071. Please mark this date on your calender.
Thank you for your past support and for helping build a greater Horse Community in the High Desert.
Last year's attendance was just under 1,000 and 2008 was just over 1,000. We will have merchandise and food vendors booths available. There will also be demonstrations taking place with the same type of format as in previous years in both arenas, western and english, throughout the day. We are entertaining all new ideas, demonstrations and speakers. If you would like to put your name down for a vendor application or demonstration application please contact Sherry Regner or The Town of Apple Valley, (760) 240-7000 ext 7071. Please mark this date on your calender.
Thank you for your past support and for helping build a greater Horse Community in the High Desert.
Friday, January 22, 2010
December 28 Meeting Minutes
MRVHA Meeting Minutes
December 28, 2010
Mollie’s Kitchen, Apple Valley, CA
Present: Lisa LaMere, Laura Fowler, Suzi Smith, Sara Henson, Sherry Krig (quorum)
Meeting called to order at 6:45 p.m.
President’s Report:
A slate needs to be determined and an election of officers held. The following nominations were presented and accepted:
President: Lisa LaMere Vice President: Laura Fowler Treasurer: Suzi Smith Secretary: Alyssa Osburn
Board Members: Sara Henson, Sherry Krig, Sherry Regner, Sherry McGuire, Show Chair: Kara Olson
Ballots will be distributed at the Awards Banquet.
Treasurer’s Report:
$6,558 in checking; outstanding checks: $869 for awards and $269 to AV Park & Rec. Insurance will be paid, but expect less than last year as we are holding fewer shows.
Old Business:
2010 Shows: Need to have a show committee meeting after 2/7.
Show schedule: February 28 (rain/snow date March 14).
Suggested judges: George Kapp for Fuzzy Show (Michele Specchio alternate); DCC Pinto judges Terry Worthland and Cindy Carter (Cash Grimes alternate)
Question had been asked by an exhibitor as to whether the club offered a year-end award for In-Hand Trail. No award was listed on rules - no award will be given, although may be considered for new show year.
Discussed class changes – adding / cancelling. Will firm up premium by next meeting.
Awards Banquet:
Will be held on February 7th at Suzi & Dale Smith’s home in Apple Valley.
Potluck – everyone attending is asked to bring something. Signups already:
Suzi – soda, cups, plates & plastic ware
Laura – cowboy stew
Lisa – broccoli salad
Sherry – Sheet cake (Kaitlyn’s 17th birthday on the 9th –Lisa feeling old!)
New Business:
Awards for volunteers – Lisa to buy gift card to Applebee’s. Need jacket sizes for our Leadline Awards Champion and Reserve Champion. Lisa to contact Kim Clinton for sizes.
The Apple Valley Equestrian Advisory Council is meeting on January 13 at 7:00 in the AV Town Council Chambers. Horsemen's Center and trees planted in memory of Marlee Martin will be discussed. MRVHA Officers and Board Members are encouraged to attend.
Adjourned: 7:51
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