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A training day for volunteers was held on 25th February, when Catriona Goulding came with her painted horse and showed how the muscles work to support the horse - particularly interesting for those working with disabled riders. We were delighted to welcome some new helpers as well. |
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Riding starts again on March 3rd |
Important Dates for 2012
Helpers Training Day will be on Saturday 25th February:
with Catriona Goulding and her "painted" horse showing the movement of the horse in detail.
Spring: Close 12 noon Saturday 31st March
Open 9am Monday 9th April
Summer: Close 12 noon Friday 13th July
Open 9 am Monday 13th August
Autumn: Close 12 noon Saturday 29th September
Open 9am Monday 8th October
Please note: We will be closed on Saturday 27th October (one day only)
Coffee morning: Saturday 24th November 2012
Prize giving: Saturday 1st December 2012 |
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The jumps ordered with the money provided by Angus Council and the Royal Bank of Scotland have now arrived and look really smart. They will also be much lighter to move around. |
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Joanne’s show was a great success and raised over £800 for the centre. Several of our riders competed and did really well against all comers! |
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Robbie & his rider getting their rosette
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In November we had two new arrivals: Banjo, a 14.1 bay who is to replace Findlay and Banjo, a 14.1 bay who is to replace Findlay |
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Cleo |
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Arnie and Findlay have been retired and are enjoying the peace and quiet (and grass!) |
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Fund-raising:
After all Joanne’s hard work getting everyone to vote, we are delighted that we have received a grant of £6000 from RBS, which is the maximum amount possible. The money will buy some new show-jumping equipment, and also help to pay for Banjo and Cleo.
Thanks to everyone who voted and who got everyone else to vote as well!
The coffee morning on Saturday 25th November did really well, with a good turnout, and raised £1887, which with the raffle makes a grand total of £2429 – amazing!
Also, we received a cheque for £1500 to sponsor Hamish for next year from the Jockey Jan fund, which is an enormous help. It was presented to us on Saturday morning. Another grant came from the Angus Community Grants scheme and will pay for some new lightweight poles and stands to be used for games.
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Hamish with the cheque and a few friends! |
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Nexen Petroleum has also been very generous this year, and we have bought a snow-plough to keep the paths and yard clear this winter. This will make Joanne’s life a lot easier if we have a winter like the last one. |
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The prize giving on December 3rd was enjoyed very much by all who came, and the prize-winners are shown below. |
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