CLUB UPDATE A NOTE FROM SAMANTHA LESTER, THE EQUESTRIAN CENTER MANAGER Springtime has finally arrived and we all have been waiting on warmer weather. All of the horses are doing well and have begun to shed their winter coats. Both pigs are doing well and are patiently waiting for the warm, sunny, days. Throughout the winter, the equestrian center has remained open for lessons, trail rides and ring rides. Thank you to all of the members who have visited and brought treats. My barn staff and I have been busy spring cleaning and are getting ready for the upcoming riding season. Each spring, all of the horses get spring vaccinations and a wellness check that includes; a dental check up, vitals, a visual of their overall health (weight, hooves, etc.) The horses are seen twice a year, once in the fall and once in the spring for a routine checkup. Our horse camp dates have been set and are filling up quickly. I have listed all the information below. If anyone would like further details about the equestrian center or the services offered, please call the barn or email me at slester@watersedgecountryclub.com. Services offered: ·Trail rides ·Ring rides ·Lessons ·Full stall and pasture board -Summer Horse Camps ·Birthday Parties and private barn parties If you would like to schedule a ride, please call the barn a day in advance at 540-576-2714. The barn is open daily for rides from 9am to 3:30pm. Members and their guests are welcome to visit the barn during barn hours and bring treats for the horses and the pigs. The horses love carrots and apples and cheerios and popcorn are the pigs’ favorite.
YOUNG EQUESTRIAN CAMP
If you would like to sign up for a horse camp, please call or email me with the following information… · · · ·
Childs name and age Camp date they would like to attend Any known allergies or food allergies Member name, phone number and member number
MOVIE NIGHT AT THE BARN Come join us for some fun and entertainment: Friday, May 29th at 8:00pm Saturday, June 5th at 8:00pm Satruday, June 26th at 8:00pm Popcorn and drinks available for purchase
Kids are welcome to come dressed comfortably in their pajama's!
Besides the scheduled camps, we will have a variety of activities availble for all ages: Horses After Dark - Friday, May 28th from 6:00pm-8:00pm Come join us as we open the recreational season! Barbacue & Beer night - June 12th from 7:00pm-10:00pm with live music Barn Bingo - Saturday, June 19th from 5:00pm-7:00pm - Please call and reserve your spot.
We look forward to seeing everyone this year! Stay safe and well. Horse Facts: Horse’s eyes have excellent visual acuity (focus) for distant objects. However, it is difficult for horses to focus on objects less than a meter away. Horses have bigger eyes than any other mammal that lives on land. Horses are capable off running shortly after birth.
Ages 8 and up Time: 4:30 to 9pm ******************************************************** June: 9, 10 & 11 with a sleep over option for the night of the 11th July: 14, 15 & 16 with a sleep over option for the night of the 16th August: 4, 5 & 6 with a sleep over option for the night of the 6th
Horse Camp: Ages 4 and Up Time: 9am to 1pm ******************************************************** June: 16, 17 & 18, 23, 24 & 25 July: 7, 8, 9 , 21, 22 & 23, 28, 29 & 30 August: 11, 12 & 13, 18, 19 & 20 Birthday Girl: Lucy McClain, Daugther of James and Anna McClain
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