zamia adult riding club newsletter

March 2013
ZAMIA ADULT RIDING
CLUB NEWSLETTER
PRESIDENTS REPORT
Hi members,
I rode at my first rally for 6mths the other day and it was great being back in
the saddle. I had a lovely lesson with Dave. He is such a positive and
supportive coach. I am looking forward to his desensitising lessons in the
future.
Saturday’s rally was very well attended with all the instructors saying they
put Zamia first. They love coming to such a friendly club. Thanks to everyone
for pitching in to set up. It does make the job much quicker. A huge thanks
must also go to our newest member Rachel for offering to pull the jump
trailer. Someone will be allocated this job at each rally.
We are having a pole painting morning at the PEC on March 26 th. Please
bring a plate to share.
Thank you all for paying the water levy. The grounds are so much nicer to
ride on. The PEC committee is looking into a solution for the dust
suppression issue. They are going to hold a major fundraising raffle and
need prizes by April 10. Members are encouraged to source donations.
Some of the prizes so far are a horse massage, lessons etc. The prizes do not
necessarily have to be horse related.
Hopefully the next four yards will be erected soon. Mark is going to need a
hand when the time comes.
Please don’t park on the septics near the jump judges box. A fence will be
built at the working bee.
I am looking forward to Wednesday’s rally. Hope to see you there.
Happy horse riding,
Maria
YOUR 2013 COMMITTEE
President:
Maria Duncan
9295 1456
mduncan@electromag.com.au
Vice President/Rally Coord:
Vivien Fowler-Bennett
0414 561 829
koobeja@skymesh.com.au
Secretary:
Vicki Weis
9295 5614
pvam@norcom.net.au
Treasurer:
Jo Longman 9572 6119
Newsletter Editor :
Terri Crook
9572 1778
m_tcrook@bigpond.net.au
Website Editor: Julie Millett
0412 197 793
pisces@iinet.net.au
Social Co-ord – Glenda Harrison
haroglen@westnet.com.au
RALLY PAYMENTS: Payments
for rallies can be done via EFT.
Bank details as follows:
Bendigo Bank - Mundaring
BSB: 633 108
ACCOUNT No: 136 035 896
ACCOUNT NAME: Zamia Adult
Riding Club Inc.
Please remember payments for
rallies must be made 7 days prior
to the rally or you will incur a $10
penalty
Please remember to support our sponsors
Don’t forget to go to HORSELAND and see Cheryl and the girls for all you equine needs.
Rally Co-ordinators Report
Well we have been very fortunate with the weather for our first two rallies. Our opening rally 27 th February was a great
success and it was nice to all get together again and welcome both returning and new members. The equines looked well
rested from the summer break and all looked to be enjoying themselves as well. Our coaches Hazel, Dave and Katrin had
very positive comments to say and really enjoy coming to our club to teach.
Our next rally was March 09th with Diane, Bec and Dave and yet again the weather held out from the expected 37 degrees
and even though a bit warm was certainly OK to ride. Great to see the return of Maria and Dasher and a successful re
entry from where Maria left off last ride by remaining in the saddle – all be it with a bung eye! Thank you to our club
members who despite being horseless came and joined in for the day – it is great to see you.
Thank you to all for the water levy fee. Although an additional cost – it is necessary to water the arenas and it does make
the surface a pleasure to work on for both the horses, riders and instructors. We will have to continue with this until the
weather breaks.
Our first mid week rally will be on Wednesday 20th March. Unfortunately I will be away for this one. The rally plan will be
issued Thursday evening and if you have any queries please contact Maria who will be in charge of this rally. We have our
coaches Hazel and Leone for this rally. The arenas can be left set up for Saturday rally on the 23 rd. Please get your
bookings in for the 23rd rally by Friday 16th. Also Maria will be assisting with the 23rd March rally co-ordinating as I will be
returning late on 20th March 2013.
Dave Carey will be introducing the desensitization classes this year. A list of items will be distributed to members for us to
make our horses worst nightmare items for inclusion in these classes. The aim of these classes is to give our equines and
ourselves confidence in dealing with difficult and challenging situations. Also has a handy pony element involved. These
classes are well controlled and Dave is very experienced in these classes.
We are also looking at running a formation riding class as well. This improves co-ordination, helps personal space issues
with our horses and sharpens the brain.
We also have two hunter workshop training classes this year the first on June 8 th. Hunter trials are really taking off and
are a lot of fun as less pressured than a full on ODE. Diane has years of experience running and judging these classes.
Please do not hesitate to discuss any rally queries with me as that is my role as co-ordinator and I am more than happy to
help. Look forward to seeing all on Saturday 23rd March.
Thank you Vivien - Vice President/Rally Co-ordinator
NEXT RALLY
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This is next Saturday 23 March. This rally will still be a morning rally to escape riding in the heat of
the day. Riders need to be on the grounds by 8.15 am ready to ride at 9.00am.
Please bring a plate to share as we all enjoy a social break and a cuppa halfway through the rally.
MIDWEEK RALLY
The next midweek rally is March 20th at 10:30am. Riders will need to be there by
9:30am to help set up.
THE ZAMIA COACHES
Our instructors are rider friendly and don’t often BITE. They love to assist you and
feel free to ask them ANY questions. If you have any concerns please ask me , in my
role as rally co ordinator is to make your riding activities safe and happy.
Please feel free to contact me with rally queries via zamiaarc@live.com in the first
instance as I do not always have phone access during the working day.
Regards Vivien
UNIFORMS
Uniforms are available for sale.
We have both short sleeved and long sleeved shirts available and Saddle cloths ($45.00 for large
ones). There are also a few or the lovely water proof 3 in one jackets still available. These are
extremely good value for money and look very smart and are lovely and warm.
ARCA CHALLENGE
The first ARCA Challenge is being held on the 12th of May and is being run by AVON ARC at the Northam
Horse and Pony Club. This will be a hacking, handy pony and sjumping challenge.
The Winter Challenge on August 31st will be a Showman event and Orange Grove ARC will be holding the
Spring Challenge which will be a dressage event on 27th of October.
Details will be forwarded to all members as it comes to hand. Challenges are a great way to get out with
your horse and peers and to meet members from other Adult Riding Clubs. Challenges are a low key
encouragement competition with a very friendly feel .
Please remember to clean out your stables of all manure and hay each time
you use them.
Each month we will be introducing a rider
to members to get to know them better.
This month we have included the profile for
our Rally Co-ordinator
Vivien FowlerBennEtt
for all to see!!!
WHAT OTHER PETS DO YOU HAVE – 4 dogs, a
cat, mini pony and 350 cows and 7 bulls (not
officially pets).
FAVOURITE FOOD – Chocolates (bad!) and
mums mince pies!
FAVOURITE MUSIC – Fleetwood Mac, blues and
rock & roll.
FAVOURITE MOVIE – Anything with Viggo
Mortenson, Horse Whisperer
OTHER NON HORSEY STUFF YOU LIKE TO DO –
swimming, tennis, yoga, holidaying, beaching
and being with friends.
Vivien on Tumnus
OCCUPATION – Farm Manager
WHEN DID YOU START RIDING - 1970
CURRENT HORSESNAME, BREED, AGE, SEX,
COLOUR AND HEIGHT – Aria ¼ horse cross
home bred palomino 15.3hh mare, Tumnus tb
17.1hh 7yr chestnut gelding and Leggo the
legend pony
Vivien on the Legend – Leggo
PREVIOUS HORSES OWNED – Too many to
mention
GREATEST HORSEY
ACHIEVEMENTS/HIGHLIGHTS - Zamia Show
jump rider 2013, polox trophies, breeding my
own horse, returning to eventing in my 50th
year and staying on. Riding though the
Kimberleys for 8-10 hours per day
WHAT ARE YOUR RIDING GOALS FOR 2013 – To
continue eventing and training my young horses
and enjoying Zamia
MOST EMBARRASSING MOMENTS- Falling off
at Brookleigh when horse shied at a 8” log and
sequence of photos put on REDFOTOS website
Vivien on her home bred mare ARIA
UPCOMING EVENTS
For members who are interested in
attending clinics and competing the following
events are now open for entry
Zia Park Confidence Clinic
Zia Park Stoneville Rd Gidgegannup
29-30th of March
Brookleigh XC Clinic 30th of March
Gidgegannup Associate Dressage
31st of March
Horsemens Hunter Trials
28th of April
Coaches Corner
KATRIN KUENSTLER
NCAS EA Level 1
0447 319 933
Wednesday, 27 Mar
Friday/Saturday 29/30th
Wednesday, 10 Apr
Wednesday, 24 Apr
Wednesday, 8 May
Please contact Katrin on 0447 319933 or e-mail
katrinkuenstler@gmail.com if you would like to
book a lesson.
DAVID CAREY is
recommencing his Brookleigh
Show Jump Clinics for 2013.
Please contact David direct
on
0421 763 870
katrinkuestler@googlemail.com
Katrin is an accredited NCAS EA Level 1 General
Coach and is instructing at a number of Adult
Riding and Pony Clubs in the Hills.
LEONE VINING
In addition, Katrin is coaches private clients of
whom several riders compete successfully in
Dressage and Eventing.
Being a passionate Dressage rider herself, Katrin
has achieved excellent results in Pony Dressage
and Young Horse competitions.
Katrin holds fortnightly clinics at Bakers Hill
Equestrian Centre. The coming up dates are:
Leone@corbracaghstables.com.au
Lessons available on the
following dates
March 13th
March 14th
March 16th
March 20th
March 21st
March 27th
Isuzu Horse Truck 500
FOR SALE
Living, with double bed, table, fridge and
microwave and 5 ponies/3 horses.Ample
storage for gear and feed.. Canopy for back.
Great Ladies truck...
Maintained by Major Motors.
$50,000 ono
Contact Leone Vining
Leone@corbracaghstables.com.au
DIANE BENNIT
0409083617
bennit@iinet.net.au
ZAMIA Adult Riding Club is extremely privileged
to have Diane Bennit as part of our coaching
faculty. Many members may not be aware that
Diane's lady of vast experience and equine
knowledge and I thought I would share some
facts with you.
Diane produced "Ocean Foam" who was later
ridden by Kevin Bacon and went on to represent
Australia in show jumping at the 1964 Tokyo
Olympics.
With a background in show jumping & dressage
(based in WA) Diane is Chair of the WA Horse
Council, and also an Industry Liaison Officer.
Diane organized EI information evenings, and
has worked on an Emergency Communication
List (WA) to disseminate information to 6000
people.
Diane also attended meetings with DAFWA
(representing the non racing sector) and the
Equine Influenza Bio-Security Information
Group to discuss EI policy and the development
of bio-security procedures and provided media
resources during the EI crisis.
Diane is a qualified coach and a trainer and
assessor with the EFA, BHS, RDA, AHRC and WA
Pony Club.
On the administrative side, Diane has been a
delegate to the Federal EFA, EFA Grading
Coordinator for Commentators, Chairperson of
the WA Horse Council, Chair - National Coaching
Accreditation Scheme WA Branch (NCAS),
National Coaching Coordinator of the Australian
Horse Riding Centres, Vice Chairperson of
Riding for the Disabled, serves on Ring Councils
for the Royal Agricultural Society, is a Horse
Safe auditor and acts as an Expert Witness in
equestrian cases in WA and the eastern states
and is a part time Senior Lecturer at TAFE.
In 1996 Diane was the Women's Sports
Foundation of WA's choice for inclusion in their
book "Best 100 Women Competitors and
Contributors to their Sport" and in 2007 was
appointed as Stable Manager for the Australian
Para Equestrian Team that competed at the
World Championships in UK.
Diane's other major achievements are:* NCAS EFA, AHRC, RDA Level 1 qualifications
also AHRC Level 2 and BHSAI accreditation.
* Competed successfully in Advanced Medium,
A Grade Showjumping, Showhorse & Western
events.
* Was the winner of the Inaugural Powder Puff
Derby (horse race) at Ascot.
* HorseSafe Auditor, Valuer of horses for
insurance purposes, act as an Expert Witness in
Equestrian Litigation cases.
* Stable Manager - Australian Para Equestrian
Team at the 2007 World Championships in the
UK.
* Chair NCAS WA, National Coaching Co
ordinator AHRC.
* National classifier Warmblood & Connemara
Breeds.
* 3 Star Announcer.
* Member of Royal Agricultural Society Ring
Councils.
* Chair Working Hunter taskforce, Showhorse &
Breed judge.
The Photo is of Diane on "Black Label" setting a new WA
uissance record 6ft 4in. (1.93metres) Yep - that is right cleared a show jumping fence at the height of 1930mm.
The next photo is a picture taken at the Perth Royal
Show when Diane was only a young girl. The event
was the pairs baton relay which is a speed event
where one rider jumps first carrying a baton then
passes the baton on to the next rider to jump their
round. Diane rode in this event with a dislocated
collar bone that she got from a fall several days
earlier. Diane had to carry the baton between her
teeth and only had one hand to use to control and
steer her horse "Full Cry". Diane and her partner
went on to win this event.
WANTING.....A free lease pony
for my girls to ride, love and
pamper, an excellent home with
one horse already so he/she will
have a friend. My girls do not
have a lot of experience in the
saddle so must be tolerant.
Please email
rmcoleston4@bigpond.com or
0418 122854. Rachel
THIS MONTHS HANDY TIPS
HAIR REMOVAL
To get hair off a saddle blanket or inside a
rug use a rubber curry comb – gets it off
really easily.
SOCK-MITT CLEANER
What to do with odd socks when the other
sock has gone to sock heaven: Use like a
mitten for cleaning gear. These are perfect
for getting a good grip on thin straps of
bridles etc.
Diane on Full Cry
Rider Profile for
Rachel coleston
FAVOURITE MOVIE – Nothing comes to mind
OTHER NON HORSEY STUFF YOU LIKE TO DO –
Gardening, cooking and socialising!
OCCUPATION – Domestic specialist
WHEN DID YOU START RIDING - 4 Years Ago.
CURRENT HORSESNAME, BREED, AGE, SEX,
COLOUR AND HEIGHT – Porter. Aust Stock
Horse, 15 years old 15.3hh, flea bitten grey
gelding.
PREVIOUS HORSES OWNED – None
GREATEST HORSEY
ACHIEVEMENTS/HIGHLIGHTS - Coming 5th at
my first ODE on 5th of October 2012. Self
achievement my best reward.
WHAT ARE YOUR RIDING GOALS FOR 2013 –
Get Porter back on the track after having nearly
3 months off with a strained tendon. Just to get
back into the saddle.
MOST EMBARRASSING MOMENTS – Nearly
falling off at Crowes every time I went over a
jump.
WHAT OTHER PETS DO YOU HAVE – Dog Max,
two cats who are brothers, Spock and Socks.
FAVOURITE FOOD – Italian
FAVOURITE MUSIC – Like most music
KATRIN KUENSTLER
NCAS EA Level 1
2 Day ‘Effective Arena Work’ Clinic
for Adult Riders(suitable for young
horses)
Flatwork is more than school figures and
walk-trot-canter. It’s is the basis for every
Equestrian discipline with the ultimate goal
to develop thoroughness in the horse which
means that the horse will respond to light
obediently and without tension. This clinic
will help you understand better how the
horse thinks and learns which makes it less
frustrating and more enjoyable for the rider
and increases relaxation and suppleness in
the horse. Get more out of your riding by
making it safe, effective and fun!
WHEN: Easter Friday & Saturday 29/30th
March
WHERE: at Lou’s, Eason Rd Sawyers Valley
INCLUDES: 1 x 45min Private lesson and 1
xsemi-private 60 min lesson per day
Cost:$190 per rider. Payment required at
time of booking. Place limited
Book via email
katrinkuesnstler@googlemail.com or
0447319933
There have been some nasty accidents on our
roads recently where horse floats have flipped,
fallen apart or wheels coming off so I thought I
would share this article I found written by Paul
Mercer of Equine Insight and JR Easy Traveller
on Horse Float Maintenance.
Horse Float Maintenance
prevention to the front of the float where the
horses’ heads normally are. If you regularly float
only one horse, you will notice that the interior of
the float on that side is much more prone to rust.
This is caused by the moist air created by the
horse’s breath.
SERVICING YOUR FLOAT
All floats should have an annual service. This will
Most horse owners don’t think about their horse
float until something goes wrong. But a horse
float is a piece of machinery, like a car or a boat
and, as such, it requires regular attention to
keep it running effectively and safely. Horse
floats are often abused as much as they are
used: they get kicked and bitten, they get left
outside in all weathers, driven on gravel and dirt
tracks and, to add insult to injury, they get
regularly covered in manure and urine.
include a thorough visual safety check. It will
also include a wiring and lights inspection and
any broken or worn lights will be repaired or
replaced. Brakes and handbrake will be checked
and adjusted. Bearings will be inspected and
either repacked or replaced depending on the
degree of wear. The tow hitch is inspected and
lubricated as is the jockey wheel. Quite often the
suspension and hinges will be lubricated but this
will depend on the construction of the float.
Cleanliness matters!
A horse float, caravan or trailer specialist will be
able to carry out any repairs and checks, but it
pays to make friends with your local mechanic someone whom you can trust to keep your float
safe and functional.
Before you put your horse float away, make sure
that you clean it out thoroughly every time that it
is used. Manure and urine left in the float will
eventually cause the floor to rot out, putting your
horse’s suture safety at risk!
Dirty floats harbour germs and mouldy straw and
feed is a known cause of many quite serious
respiratory problems in horses.
If possible, park your float under cover, and on a
concrete floor. A dry floor helps to prevent rust
and rot as it inhibits dampness. If you must
leave your float outdoors, try to park in a dry
sheltered spot. A tarpaulin placed over the float
will also provide protection from the elements.
You could also try a haystack cover, which are
quite inexpensive and do a similar job.
It is advisable to place a large plastic bag,
secured by hay twine, around the float coupling
to keep this fitting as dry and clean as possible.
Just like the family car, you should give your
float a ‘spring clean’ at regular intervals. This will
not only improve its appearance, and help to
prevent rust and floor rot, but it will also give you
the opportunity to examine the structure
carefully, for signs of wear and tear.
A liberal application of anti-rust compound such
as fish oil will help keep the float in good order,
but make sure that you undertake this
maintenance when you will not be using the float
for several days. Some compounds are
offensive smelling and the vapours are bad for
your horse. Pay special attention with your rust
It is very unwise to borrow a float that has been
sitting idle for sometime and most likely in need
of repairs and maintenance. You could be
putting yourself, your horse and other road users
at risk.
Maintenance check list
Tyres - treads, pressure, general condition.
Don’t forget the spare tyre too.
Wheels - all nuts done up tight, check for
cracks, dents to the rims or other damage.
Brakes - check adjustment and operation of
braking unit, and brake linings.
Wheel bearings - repack if required.
Lights - all lights operating, and a spare set of
globes in the glove compartment of your vehicle.
Suspension - check the suspension
components and lubricate if necessary.
Ball and Coupling - grease lightly.
Chassis - examine for cracks in high stress
areas.
Float body - check for rust, rot in flooring and
smooth operation of all doors and fasteners.
If you service your float annually and conduct
regular visual safety checks you should get
years of reliable and safe use from your horse
float.