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Seasonal Newsletter Summer/Fall 2013

Horse & Trail

RIDE NIPOMO EQUESTRIAN TRAIL ALLIANCE

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Presidents Letter

We are all so grateful that our fundraiser was such a huge success. Everyone was wonderful. The setting was perfect, the food delicious and the presentations were loved by all. It has been a lot of fun. We have many plans for future activities – keep watching our website and facebook page. After nine years as president, I am handing the reins over to Shelia Patterson. I assure you, she will do us proud. I will still remain on board. Watch for an update from Shelia in the next newsletter.

Hans

September 28 Event

WOW- is the only

word that comes to

mind….

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A Members Story

The Northern Cali-

fornia Renaissance

Fair….

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Sharps Waste

Home generated

pharmaceutical

waste….

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Event Sponsors

Golden and Silver

Horseshoe….

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Ride Nipomo Purpose

The purpose of Ride Nipomo is twofold; first to promote the establishment, conservation and maintenance of equestrian trails in

South County San Luis Obispo. Second, to provide a community voice and advocacy for the preservation of a horse friendly South

County.

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Dates to mark on your calendar

October 5th,2013 - Gaited Horse Show October 12-13 - Ride Nipomo and Nipomo Park Conservancy - Huge Garage Sale! Oct. 10-14th, 2013 - Thursday-Monday Montana De Oro Coast Mounted Assistance Poker Ride October 18th - Friday Night - Full Moon Ride at Lopez Lake, Arroyo Grande, Ca. There is an entry fee to Lopez Lake County Park- $9 per vehicle plus $3.50 per horse. Be sure to get the combination to the gate into the horse camp road from the ranger at the entrance or you will be stuck and not able to access the horse camp. Write it down. Arrive at the horse camp and be in the saddle by 7:30pm. For more information contact Jeannie Keeffe at bkeeffe@earthlink.net October 19, 2013 – Trail Trial-La Reata Ranch -see info in newsletter October 19, 2013 - Saturday - PINK RIDE! Does NOT require membership in the WCRMHC or RMHA. This WCRMHC and RMHA Sponsored "Pink" ride is to support Breast Cancer Rsearch. This fundraising ride is being held in conjunction with all of the RMHA's Affiliate clubs around the world and is open to all breeds and all riders. October 25-27,2013 - Back Country Horsemen's (Los Padres Unit) Fall Camp-n-Ride - Live Oak Camp off Hywy 154. November 1-3 (Friday-Sunday) NATRC RIDE AT PORTER RANCH– see flyer in Newsletter http://www.syvaha.com/newsletter/trail_ride.html)

November 9, Saturday RN Ride at the Yellow Jacket Ranch in Arroyo Grande. More details will be in emails to members only.

SLOPOST (San Luis Obispo Parks, Open Space, Trails Foundation) www.slopost.org has a youth sponsorship that helps with entry fees and fuel for attending trail competition and the requirement is 4 hours of trail work in SLO County. For more information on the scholarships contact Beverly Poorman - slopost@kcbx.com

Ride Nipomo Board Members

President - Hans Hansson ( help from El-Jay)

hansson@verizon.net

Vice-President – vacant

Treasurer – Nora Jenae

hoofmessages@sbcglobal.net

Secretary – Deah Rudd

deahrudd@att.net

Trail Maintenance/Email Manager –

Rob & Cherie Dodds

rcdodds@sbcglobal.net

Club Liaison – Sheila Patterson

Jst4shel@aol.com

Board Member - Tom Hopkins, Sue Cholakian,

Lisa Chadwick, Jim Harrison

PLEASE SUBMIT ALL ARTICLES,

PICTURES, FUNNIES, INFORMATION

OF INTEREST FOR NEWSLETTER

TO:

Newsletter-Susan Tuttle

callsusan411@yahoo.com

Horses Helping Children with Autism Event

Has been cancelled and will be offered sometime in Spring. Please watch for new date.

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September 28 Event

WOW- is the only word that comes to mind. We had all disciplines of riders there. Everyone who showed up was incredibly gracious and polite. To all who came, thank you so much for making this day such a special event. Our local horse people are so giving, and truly are trying to save this area for trails, horses, and the cowboy experience. It really takes all of us to do so. We would like to thank our Hostesses, Lorraine and Suzanne who almost remodeled their home to accommodate us. Every time we turned around they had another convenience to offer. You could not find two more gracious ladies in the world. Thank you, thank you. We don’t know how you did it & kept your sanity. Gordy Foy and his wife Tracy of JJ’s Market put on a BBQ that was delicious. They donated their time, their meat, and sold us many items at their cost. We’ve never had anyone be so accommo-dating ever! We still are amazed at your generosity, and willing to work so hard to make it a successful day. Our presenters were incredible. Suzan Vaughn worked with Loraine’s horse and made herself available to talk to others about their animals. Thank you for coming and sharing your talents. Andy Camacho showed us how he uses a training device to desensitize trail horses. This problem often comes up on a trail, with a ghost popping out of the bushes that sometimes is nev-er seen by the rider, only the horse. It is so nice to have great local talent that will work with just regular home town people. Krista and Cody demonstrated the Garrocha pole, very unique, check out their face book page for more. http://fromstarttofoundation.com. Mike Clarke and Company played exquisite music to finish off the beautiful day. Thank you all so much for taking that day off, and sharing your techniques, skills, and helping us become better equestrians.(the Nordwall and Hardesty kids worked all day behind the scenes. We couldn’t have done it without them!!!!!!!!!!) There is one more person who went above and beyond, meet Patty Fuller. I think she runs E-Bay out of her home. She put together baskets, and silent auction items, that were beyond your best Christmas morning. She claims I stalked her until she joined Ride Nipomo. I think it paid off big time. Every group needs a Patty Fuller! Next time we hope we can open our event to all members and potential new members, but this was our first time trying this, and it was a good experience!

Thank you for coming and participating. Cherie Dodds

Anne Dunbar

made a

YouTube video

with

Nora’s pictures,

please check it

out on our

Facebook page

and our

RN website!

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Helicopter Team-HEET update

On August 13, 2013, more than 30 members of 5 local

Fire Departments and CHP helicopter team gathered

behind Lake Lopez with 3 members of the HEET team

with two horses, and Veterinarian Andy Dibbern, for a

drill on rescuing horses in a fire or accident. The Fire

Department officers received hands on training on

haltering; handling; restraining; trailer loading; using

the Anderson Sling and tri-pod, and transporting a live

1,000 lb.horse in an Anderson sling, by helicopter; and

using the glide to move a horse on the ground. The

CHP pilot and Officers were able to practice for their

first time the skills needed to pick up a live 1,000 lb.

horse in the Anderson Sling, fly the horse to a safe

location, and set the horse safely down on the ground.

The Fire Department Officers were full of questions

and eager to halter and lead a horse to learn all they

could from this drill from horsemen J.D.Miller CAL

Fire, Greg Feinberg and Shirley Rasmussen from

HEET, and Veterinarian Andy Dibbern. The CHP

Officers were also full of questions and concerns on

how to safely pick up, transport and set down a horse.

All were very appreciative of the training and the

experience.

Deah Rudd

Horse named Latte,

checking out the boat that docked overnight at the

end of Eucalyptus. Please report any

suspicious vehicles or

dumping to Sheriffs Dept.

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Straightness – Create Calm Connections

By Kitt Jenae 10/2013 http://www.kittjenae.com/

On October 20th I attended the Ride Nipomo Fundraiser. My time of arrival allowed me to take in and appreciate what

Krista and Dave were sharing about considering a horse’s nature and physique. A large part of communicating with a horse

has to do with keeping a horse physically comfortable first through the knowledge of ‘straightness’. Straightness has

everything to do with your horse’s sense of security via his balance.

What is straightness? Why is it important? How does it affect your horse’s performance? Will a lack of straightness

potentially affect your horse’s soundness? How does one accomplish straightness?

A short anatomical comparison can open some insight. We have collarbones that ‘anchor’ our sternums in a centered

position between our shoulder joints. Horses are incomparable as their forelimbs attach to their rib cage entirely by soft

tissues. Their significant weight is carried literally by a ‘sling of muscles’. When your horse is straight, the sling of

muscles can work evenly centering their sternum between their forelimbs. This type of anatomy causes all horses to lean.

This lean magnifies in motion one way or the other, some horses more, some less. The way a horse is handled and ridden

either assists them in developing symmetrical self-carriage or intensifies a horse’s natural asymmetries. Often unnoticed,

unbalanced horses can accumulate discomforts caused by using and distributing forces of motion unevenly through their

bodies.

Dr. Deb Bennett PHD suggests riders learn about crookedness through crawling1. Willing students of mine have found

it enlightening as it offers insights by felt tensions caused by crawling ‘crooked’. Crookedness can cause resistance and

resistance can be generated by crookedness. Straightness affects everything; the way a saddle fits, growth and wear of the

hoofs, bit acceptance, performance potential, and so on.

A horse’s straightness, i.e. horizontal and vertical balance allows physical relaxation, setting up the mental ability to

absorb lessons. What is true for us is also true for your horse, tension causes reactivity whereas comfort promotes thought.

Comfort improves elasticity and this allows joints to swing naturally diminishing tendencies to brace against pressures.

Straightness needs to be caused and cannot be mechanically forced.

Some horses have a way of adapting and discover physical balance while others can not find balance on their own. A

few of these factors can be based on conformation and/or disposition genetics, history of experiences, or stem from

stabling, handling and riding protocols, as well as hoof trimming imbalances. Every house is only as strong as its

foundation and a horse’s learning foundation is no exception.

The natural tendencies of horses do not offer them insights on how to compensate for their life of requests from

humans. In domestic life, a horse’s shoulder anatomy sets them up for potential balancing maladies. All leaning is caused

by asymmetrical use of the hindquarters and is remedied by instructing from the hindquarter forward. Incredible as it is,

horses have a way to sense you are seeking to understand their subtleties. Perfection is not important, consistent intent in

growing awareness of how to guide him to an understanding is! Learning to keep your horse’s sternum centered between

his elbows and shoulder joints via the hindquarters is your gateway to create calm connections. 1 http://www.equinestudies.org/lessons_from_woody_2008/lessons_from_woody_2008_pdf1.pdf

(accessed 9/2013) Deb Bennett, Ph.D. is a leading expert on equine anatomy, conformation, and bio-mechanics.

Members-Send in your candidate for “HORSE of the Month”! Send Picture and why

this is a special horse! Send to— callsusan411@yahoo.com

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A Members Story-by Barbara V

As summer comes to a close and children

are back in school, there is one more thing

to do before the holidays arrive.

The Northern California Renaissance Faire, in Gilroy California, runs for 5 consecutive

weekends.

A few weeks before it starts, I might be

sewing a costume for my horse or possibly

myself. I will wash up my trailer (It’s been

waiting a whole year), clean out the cupboards and stock it with food.

Friday Morning, with great excitement, I

load up my horse and start up for the three-hour drive. Once there I meet up with other people

and their horses.

9:59 A.M. Saturday, the stage is set. 10:00 A.M. Saturday, the adventure begins.

Horns are blowing to announce the start of the Renn. Faire. Music is playing and people every-

where are in costume and are busy with their programs. It is as if you have been reading a book

and suddenly you are a part of it. Even the people that come through the gates are in costume! We are transported back in time to the Lords and Ladies of the Renaissance period.

At 10:30 A.M. our Gypsy horse Show begins. The first Gypsy horse to enter the arena is pulling a

carriage. This is what our beloved horses are meant to do. He is an all black stallion, and his

carriage is decorated with flowers. After he leaves the arena, four more Gypsy horses come into

the arena. Two of them are black with white legs. Two are black and white with long flowing ma-nes. They are also decorated with flowers. Their riders are beautiful ladies wearing corsets and

skirts. Each rider and mount are introduced

and then handed swords. As they come around

the arena one at a time, a man throws a ring up

in the air to be caught by the rider on their sword. With each ring that is successfully

caught, the crowd goes wild. Hazah! Hazah!

Next act…The Joust!

At 2:30 P.M. the same day our show begins again, only this time, after we are done and the

Joust starts, the “Queen” shows up to watch.

She proclaims that this joust is a “fight to the

death”.

Homeward bound on Sunday evening. Got to

get ready for the next several weekends!

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Moonlight Beach & Dune

rides with Annie. Ride from Halcyon to the

beach. Rides are only on the full moon not before or

after.

If you are interested in joining -call 441-7391.

RN Volunteers are

always Needed and Appreciated.

Let us know if you can help a little or

lot with Trail work, Phone calls or

Events. www.ridenipomo.com

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Home-Generated Pharmaceutical & Sharps Waste–What You Need to Know & Tell Your Clients by Grant Miller, DVM, CVMA Director of Regulatory Affairs The issue of home-generated pharmaceutical and sharps waste has remained a recurring focus of the California legislature in recent years. In 2008, in an attempt to protect the public, a law took effect to make discarding home-generated sharps into the garbage or recycling illegal. The law further implemented measures to store sharps in approved containers and dispose of them at designated collection centers. In 2009, a law was also passed mandating state agencies to implement collection and disposal programs for home-generated pharmaceutical waste, in an attempt to avoid environmental contamination. What is “home-generated” waste and how does it differ from “medical waste” generated in a veterinary practice? Veterinarians should delineate between home-generated waste and medical waste produced in their own practice, as their obligations in relation to each differ. Home generated pharmaceutical waste – When a medical professional prescribes medication and sends it home with a client, there is a chance that not all of the medication will be used for one reason or another, and thus will remain in the client’s possession. This excess medication (which is often expired) is termed “home- generated” pharmaceutical waste. Home generated sharps waste – Similarly, if a client is sent home with needles (to be used to manage diabetes, for instance), used needles become “home-generated sharps waste.” Home-generated waste disposal is the responsibility of the client, according to state law (see box accompanying this article). Medical waste refers to pharmaceutical, bio-hazardous (animal tissue), or sharps waste created by the veterinary practice or by a veterinarian in a ranch setting. Disposal of medical waste is usually handled through veterinary distributors or sharps collec-tion and disposal companies. Laws and regulations exist specifically for licensees in relation to the disposal of each type of medical waste. Generally, veterinary practices are considered “small quantity generators” of medical waste, meaning that they produce less than 200 pounds of medical waste per month. For instance, non-controlled drug pharmaceutical waste (such as extra medication or expired drugs) must be deposited into a container labeled “PHARMACEUTICAL WASTE − INCINERATION ONLY.” It may be stored onsite in a sealed container for up to one year if its total weight is less than 10 pounds. More than 10 pounds of pharmaceutical waste must be removed from the practice within 90 days. A practice may also keep a full, sealed sharps container on site for up to 30 days before it is transferred to the proper disposer. Such containers need to be labeled “SHARPS WASTE − BIOHAZARD.” These laws only pertain to veterinary practices. Home-generated sharps rules are different. While the California law changes in 2008 and 2009 implemented home-generated disposal requirements, they did not require veterinarians to take back medications or sharps from clients. What is the veterinarianʼs obligation in relation to home-generated sharps and pharmaceutical waste? Veterinary practices are not obligated−nor authorized−to take back home-generated pharmaceutical waste or sharps waste, even if they dispensed them originally. In fact, regulations prevent veterinarians from taking back home- generated sharps and pharmaceutical waste without special licensing by the state. California Veterinarian Compliance Corner What should a veterinary practice tell a client who needs to dispose of home-generated pharmaceutical or sharps waste? The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) has created an interactive website in which a visitor may search in their locale to find nearby designated sharps and/or pharmaceutical waste depository sites. The website: http://www.calrecycle. ca.gov/HomeHazWaste/healthcare/collection is easy to use and provides a map along with a list of designated locations on a county-by-county basis. If a client enters his or her county of residence into the search criteria and comes up empty handed, it may be useful to search in neighboring counties. For more information on home-generated pharmaceutical waste, visit the CVMA website, or www.calrecycle.ca.gov.

Submitted by David Jensen, DVM 805 344-2212

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CHECK OUT OUR RN SHIRTS

FOR SALE!

Long Sleeve $ 15.00,

Ladies Polo $ 17.00

and

all Short

Sleeve

$ 10.00

Bear and a Full Moon Ride: Last month (August) while leading the Full Moon Ride at Lopez Lake we came upon a large bear enjoying all the Moon-Rays and comfort of the dust. He was right in the middle of a long stretch of trail. We stopped and waited for the bear to get up and move away. He didn't move as he was quite comfortable where he was and couldn't be bothered. All the horses were patiently waiting, I was the one that wanted to keep moving so I let my horse take a step forward. Still that ol' bear couldn't be bothered. Again I let my horse move forward when finally that lazy, sleepy bear slowly got up and moved on up the hill. Everyone moved on down the trail. The thrill, exhilaration and pride of riding such wonderful brave steeds kept us chattering all the way home. Beware of things that go bump in the night,

Jeannie Keeffe

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Fundraiser Donations were also made by the

following:

Homemade salads were made and served at the BBQ by Cherie Dodds and family, Deah Rudd and Chris Berichon. A Bake sale Extravaganza took place at the BBQ with sweets made and donated by: Mikaela Hardesty, Arlene Sackman, Kay Dorfman, Jan Porhola, Cherie Dodds and family, Lindfield's Home-made Pies, Hardesty family and Nordwall family. Lorraine and Suzanne had their home-made raspberry jam for sale. The Nordwall and Hardesty kids helped setup, take down, direct parking, and all day during the event. They were amazing! Hope I didn’t leave anyone out! Could not have done it with out all of you!

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Our Golden Horseshoe Sponsors for Event

Lorraine Krolosky& Suzanne Blick - hostesses

J J’s Market – Gordy Foy –Meat& BBQ

KatchoAchadjian – tent donation

Gail Kemble – Beach house get away – silent auction

Patty Fuller – raffle and silent auction donations

Fun Bounce Inflatables (FBI) – Lompoc – tents/tables/chairs

Our Silver Spur Sponsors for Event

Farm Supply Lemos Feed & Pet

Nipomo Feed Riding Warehouse

Martin’s Tack Shack - Orcutt Heacock Trailers

Platinum Performance Spalding Fly Products

Coco Fernandez, Master Farrier EquiFUSE

Me & Ed’s Pizzerias Barbara Veriengiere

Madonna Inn Cowgirl Cafe

Nail Images Rontal Salon

Howell Winery Linda Beshwate/Luxe

UPS Store - Nipomo Peacock Farms

Nipomo Cat & Dog Hospital Project Surf Camp

Susan Swaggerty Larry & Patty Rogers

StephiesTherapeudic Massage Top Dog of California - Dog Grooming

Evelyn & Art Majors Kathie Matsuyama

Dana Fritzler Jackie & Harry Walls

Jim & Cheryl Harrison Al & Megan Nath

Janet Sally Tim Dilley & Sheila Davis

Derrick Doud/Pacific Coast Produce Jackie Pamplona

Maureen Reilley/Ruitz Family Farm Ride Nipomo Board

Diane Kastama Tom Hopkins

“Our Friends at Farm Supply” Martha Mulder

API Waste (dumpster)– Santa Maria Nipomo Antique Emporium

Ramirez Nursery Laura Hopkins

Tanner Jack’s UPS Store - Arroyo Grande

Shelia Patterson Tastes of the Valleys

Andy Camacho Rob & Cherie Dodds

Karen “Suggy”Johandes

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HORSE VERSUS TRACTOR: FACING DOWN HIS FEAR A client called me because her horse, I’ll call Peanut was training in an outside round pen. Peanut was frightened and spooked

daily by tractors plowing in a nearby field. Carefully situating him into cross ties while we worked, I went over his body,

offering healing through therapeutic touch techniques as I talked to him about the men and the machinery, what they were doing

there, and how we would like him to act when the tractors started their daily work. When it comes to animals, you have to ask very specific questions as they usually don’t volunteer a lot of information unless

asked. Naturally, there are those few very social and talkative, but for the most part, they are also new and practicing the process

of human-animal telepathic communication just like we are. Questions also let an animal know it’s okay with their person if

they communicate on issues of concern. I asked how Peanut felt about the noise, dust and disturbance of the tractors, and what we needed to do to resolve his panic. The

gelded bay was very smart and responsive. His person was a lovely and caring young lady who also took the opportunity to ask

me questions about a new trainer, and how Peanut felt about her. Peanut offered a few tips about what he needed to do a better

job achieving the behavior his trainer wanted. It was a very productive consultation, well worth the fee, and the problem was resolved in one visit. In subsequent days, Pea-

nut’s person also reminded him of our consult when they approached the round pen and the tractors were working, reinforcing

our talk. Animal communication works through telepathically communicating pictures, feelings or heart to heart and soul to soul impres-

sions of how you want to have things go. Your animal friend then offers ways (through pictures, smells, sounds and feelings) of

best getting to that behavior. S/he may also offer information about life before you came together or traumas that may need to be

cleared before progress can be made in changing a specific behavior. Telepathic animal communication heals emotional trauma lodged in the body of your animal friends, and it also serves as an

adjunct form of communications in tandem with veterinarians, ferriers, horse dentists, animal chiropractors, acupuncture and

other holistic treatments. A communicator can advise when to back off of a technique and what areas need the most attention.

As instinctual masters of disguise when it comes to hiding pain and discomfort, this form of communication works well for pin

pointing physical areas of pain. Suzan Vaughn Animal Communication Specialist www.telepathictalk.com

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Ride Nipomo Equestrian Trails Alliance 2013 Membership Form

Complete this form - make check payable to “Ride Nipomo” and mail to: Ride Nipomo P.O. Box 1738 Nipomo, CA 93444 New Member or Renewing Member (circle) Print your Name______________________________________ Address_______________________________________________ City/State/Zip________________________________________ H Phone______________ Cell_____________ Email________________________ How would you like to be contacted? H phone Cell Email (circle) Are you able to volunteer any time? Trail work, Phone calls, Membership, Organizing rides, Events, Monitor volunteer hours (circle) Other__________________

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