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Next
Meeting:
TUESDAY
March 18, 2008 7:30 PM
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
Hi Everyone,
A special thanks to Patti Fenner who enlightened
those of us who were able to attend the February meeting regarding
weed free hay and its probable requirement when going into our
National Forests.
The weather has been good for our environment;
however, it has put a "damper" on our riding. The trails are filled
with rocks and are quite washed away in some areas. Any reports to
us of trails to avoid would be a big help to those of us who make
our way out to somewhere only to find less than passable conditions.
Coming to the end of the season makes way for new beginnings next
year. Please begin to think about encouraging yourself or someone
you know to
participate as an officer of the Club. President,
Vice President and Trail Coordinator are wide open!
Susan
ASHA Notes from Jean Anderson
This is just a reminder for all you ropers or
roping fans.
The Annual ASHA Bud Marley Roping will be on
Saturday, March 1st & Sunday, March 2nd at
Horse Lovers Park, starting at 9 AM. That’s on Tatum Blvd, just
North of the CAP, & South of the 101.
There will be cash prizes awarded on Sunday.
Hope to see you out
there. Jean
CLINIC
Terry
Wilson, a certified Parelli Instructor is coming back to Saguaro
Creek Ranch, 2875 E Maddock Road in Cave Creek, April 25 -28
offering 3 clinics, private lessons and assessments. Being offered
is Level 1 and Level 2 on Saturday & Sunday. Friday afternoon is a
freestyle clinic with trail training in the arena and on the
trails. Auditors are welcome for a small fee. More information can
be found on his site:
www.Terrywithhorses.com or by contacting Paula Patton Caringi @
480.419.8549
Pease be sure to check out the Want Ads on our web site. And if
you’re interested in placing an ad, contact Andy Lunk @ 623-582-8717
At
this time, we have no March rides scheduled after the 15th.
If anyone is interested in leading a ride or has suggestions for a
ride, please contact any of the board members.
OFFICERS:
President - Susan Dryer
623-465-1374
Vice President - Frank Ziskovsky
480-488-1503
Treasurer - Cindy Ramsey
480-488-8444
Secretary - Jean Anderson 602-390-6806
Trail Coordinator - Shannon Alexander 480-298-7603
Event Coordinator - Barb Ciocchetti 623-465-5455
Newsletter - Jan Blake
480-488-5886
Website - Andy
Lunk 623-582-8717
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RIDE
REPORTS
Please send your ride reports and pictures.
Frank Ziskovsky &
Brian Baldwin gave brief ride reports at the February meeting.
Frank led the Seven Springs maintenance ride. And Brian led the
Bronco Springs ride. Both reported having very few riders. But
they also said that the rides were still very enjoyable. Hopefully
we’ll have better turn outs at future rides.
UPCOMING CCSC EVENTS &
RIDES:
All times are subject to
change – Please RSVP.
**Rides & Events with
asterisks indicate non-CCSC**
Sunday, March 2nd
Brown’s Ranch Ride
Has been POSTPONED
Saturday, March 8th
Superstition Springs Ride
@ 10 AM Rated 4
Contact: Frank Ziskovsky
Saturday, March 15th
Dreamy Draw Ride @ 10 AM
Rated 2 Contacts Barb
Ciocchetti @ 623-465-5455
& Donna Russ @ 480-488-2125
Saturday, April 5th
Brown’s Ranch Ride @ 10 AM
Followed by lunch @
Greasewood Flats Rated 2
Contact: Cindy Gasper @
480-595-0553
Saturday, April 19th
Moonlight Ride @ ? PM (dusk)
Spur Cross Conservation
Area Rated 2.5
Contact: Bob Doerzbacher @
480-575-1012
Saturday, March 8th
Superstition Springs Ride @ 10 AM Rated 4
Here’s
a ride in great country with beautiful scenery. With all the rain
we’ve had this year there should be water on the trail and the
flowers should be coming out. This ride will go from the trailhead
along Second Water Trail to Black Mesa Trail. Then it will go to
the Dutchman Trail, and back to the beginning. The ride is
approximately 4.5 hours including the lunch break. Make sure your
horse is well shod and in good condition.
Ride Rating:
Level 4. See the trail rating guide.
Directions:
Highway 60 to Highway 88 at Apache Junction, go north on Highway 88
past the Lost Dutchman State Park. Turn right at the sign marking
First Water Trailhead. Follow the road to the horse trailhead,
approximately 1 ½ miles. A Tonto Forest parking pass is required and
can be picked up at most Circle K stores. Sign up on the website if
you plan to go on this ride.
Contact:
Frank Ziskovsky 480-488-1503
SATURDAY, MARCH 15th DREAMY DRAW RIDE @ 9:30 w/ Sub
Sandwich Party Afterwards RATED 2-3
Come on out to the Dreamy Draw Park, Phoenix Mt.
Preserve for a beautiful ride. The trails are nice & wide & we’ll
be out for about 3 hours. After the ride, we’ll enjoy one another’s
company over a yummy sub sandwich lunch.
The cost will be $5.00 per person.
Please make your reservations by March 13.
Directions:
Go South on Hwy #51 to the Northern exit. Turn left at the stop
sign & follow the road to the large parking area for trailers.
Contact:
Barb Ciocchetti @ 623-465-5455
HAPPY
TRAILS!
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