JANUARY
2007
Next
Meeting: TUESDAY January 16, 2007 7:30PM
Meetings
are held the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. from September through May
at the Harris Bank (unless otherwise noted in this space).
Directions:
The Harris Bank is located
on the southeast corner of Scottsdale Road and Carefree Highway outside of El
Pedregal. At the front entrance to the bank, go through the door to your
left and down the stairs to the community room.
 PRESIDENT'S
MESSAGE
Happy
New Year, Everyone!Wow!
What a turnout for the Holiday Ride! It was great to see past acquaintances and
visit with new members while we waited for the dinner bell to sound. Special recognition
goes to Cindy Ramsey who partnered with Nancy Doerzbacher to make for a super
fun event.
We are starting 2007 off with 27 new members! We welcome you
all and look forward to seeing everyone on the trails in the coming months. Feel
free to input any new places to ride to Bob Doerzbacher, our Trail Coordinator,
or any ideas for events to his lovely wife, Nancy Doerzbacher, our Event Coordinator.
Come out to our meetings and get to know each other and help us plan for the upcoming
months. Our January
meeting on Tuesday, the 16th will feature Jerry Caswell, a farrier, who will speak
about the most important part of the horse: his feet! Susan,
President
UPCOMING CCSC EVENTS AND RIDES:
All
times are subject to change - Please RSVP.
Friday,
January 12, 2007 6PM Rated Yummy
Fish fry @ the Road House in Cave Creek
RSVP
to Nancy Doerzbacher 480-575-1012 Sunday,
January 14, 2007 10 AM Rated 2
Spencer's Seep
Terry Smith 623-465-0117 Sunday,
January 21, 2007 10 AM Rated 2
*PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGE*
Vulture
Peak
Phil Lucas 623-386-1237 Saturday,
February 3, 2007 5:30PM Rated 2
Moonlight ride through the Galaway Wash
Cindy
Gasper 480-595-0553 Sunday,
February 11, 2007 10 AM Rated 2
Saguaro Lake
Susie Bradstock 480-595-1330
**Sunday,
February 11, 2007**
**Horses Help Annual Ride A Thon**
Cave Creek
Outfitters
Cindy Ramsey 480-488-5886
OFFICERS:
President Susan Dryer 623-465-1374
Vice President Rik Ingram 480-488-8444
Treasurer Cindy Ramsey 480-488-8444
Secretary Jean Anderson 602-390-6806
Trail
CoordinatorBob Doerzbacher 480-575-1012
Event
CoordinatorNancy Doerzbacher 480-575-1012
Newsletter Jan Blake 480-488-5886
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RIDE
REPORTS
Please
send your ride reports and pictures. SPUR
CROSS RIDE REPORT by Rik Ingram
Sunday, December 3rd dawned cold &
blustery, but sunny & clear. We all showed at the Spur Cross trail head (a
total of 14 riders) and pulled out at 10:15 AM. All was well until the 1st water
crossing. Then, due to some equine refusal issues, we lost 2 riders. The rest
of the ride on trail #48 was quite pretty with the usual creek crossings &
color in the foliage. However, we did have a bracing north wind. Leaving the creek
bed, we climbed trail #4 until it's junction with trail #1533. The views up and
down the canyon were panoramic from the crest of #1533. On the down slope of the
#1533 we lost 2 more riders due to lost shoe issues. The remaining 10 of us continued
to the old ranch site, where we had a creek side lunch. Fortunately, the creek
was flowing, which added to our enjoyment. Warmed up by then, most of us shed
our jackets. The ride back up the canyon & on to the trailers was quite pleasant.
Of the original 14 riders, we had 6 first timers with the club. And 5 decided
to become members. Despite the chilly start & the loss of riders, everyone
seemed to enjoy the ride.
ASHA
RIDE REPORT by Jan Blake
Saturday, December 9th turned out to be a perfect
day for a ride at McDowell Mt. Park. Several groups of riders explored the park
& enjoyed magnificent views from the top of the mountain. It was an easy ride
with well groomed trails. After the ride, we were treated to a delicious lunch,
followed by drawings & door prizes. The first prize was a beautifully hand
crafted saddle rack. Thank you ASHA for hosting this fun event. BUMBLE
BEE RIDE REPORT by Cindy Ramsey
The Cave Creek Saddle Club Christmas Ride
was wonderful. With over 70 reservations, it had to be. There were lots of old
friends re-uniting with hugs and conversation. The Bumble Bee Ranch, Kelly and
Dallas, provided the food, rental horses and assisted with the trail. The ride
down the creek under the trees was such a treat and some of our desert riders
learned more about their horses and their aversions to water. Many of our new
members attended and we gained an additional 4 more members at the ride. By the
way, Bumble Bee Ranch has already been reserved for our 2007 Holiday ride. So,
go ahead & mark your calendars for Saturday, December 8th.
UPCOMING
RIDES AND EVENTS
All times are subject to change - Please RSVP
Friday,
January 12, 2007 6PM Fish Fry Rated Yummy!!!!
Come on out to the Road House
in Cave Creek for fun, food & friends. Not necessarily in that order. Reservations
are required. So please RSVP by Thursday the 11th to Nancy Doerzbacher @ 480-575-1012.
Sunday January
14, 2007 10AM Spencer's Seep Rated 2.5
Contact Terry Smith 623-465-0117
Join us on the trail leading into a secret oasis hidden in the hills of
Cave Creek! The ride will start out from Spear Ranch and we'll stop for lunch
at Spencer's Seep. The ride will be approximately 8 miles round trip. We will
ride the trails on the west side of Cave Creek and Spur Cross Ranch to a beautiful
little spring. The views are breathtaking.
Directions: Take Carefree
Highway to 7th St. Then go north to Circle Mountain Rd. Next go east to 16th St.
Then go south to Cavalry Rd. Next go east to the end of road. Once there, go through
the State Land Trust gate to the trailhead by the water tank. Look for the yellow
club directional signs.
For further info or to RSVP, please contact Terry
Smith @ 623-465-0117
Sunday,
January 21, 2007 10AM Vulture Peak Rated 2
Contact Phil Lucas 623-386-1237
This
ride will have a little of everything. We'll encounter some hills, rocks, sand,
flat areas, and plenty of beautiful scenery.
Directions: Take US 60
to Wickenburg. Stay on US 60 through Wickenburg to the west side of town. Turn
left on Vulture Mine Rd. (There is a light). As you go down Vulture Mine Rd, you'll
pass the school and the golf course. Watch for the large antenna on your right.
Slow down as you pass it and watch for Vulture Peak Rd on your left. This is a
dirt road, but there is a street sign. Turn left onto Vulture Peak Rd. Go .9 miles
and turn into open area on your right to park. We'll try to be there early to
direct everyone. If you get to the 1 mile marker, you've missed it. Not to worry,
though. You can go up the hill and turn around, if necessary.
For further
info or to RSVP, please contact Phil Lucas @ 623-386-1237
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