For those of you that don't get The Columbian in print or online, here is the article from yesterday's paper.
County commissioners voted 3-0 on Tuesday to approve the Lower Daybreak Regional Park master plan, acknowledging that there’s no funding in sight but recognizing that formally adopting the plan opens up the possibility of receiving grants for the project.
This is a victory for the horse community in that extensive equine facilities are planned for the area. Clark County Executive Horse Council and interested individuals have worked for may years to get the county to ok something like this. There is no money to accomplish the plan right now but just having it ok'd is a start.
Many thanks to Butch Reynolds, president of the Clark County Executive Horse Council for getting this passed. It is a good thing............
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
The Horse
Within the warmth of my horse’s breath, I will find the air that I need to live today, I will find the wind to fly to the heights of my dreams, I will find the one I am meant to be.
Colleen Randall
NARHA Advanced Instructor
GaitQuest Therapeutic Horsemanship
806.934.2300
www.gaitquest.com
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Heat Stroke
I'm guessing that this is the farthest thought from your mind today.
Our grandson asked if he could go down with me to let the horses out this morning and I said no. When he asked why, I said cause the muck would suck his boots off. He then offered that perhaps I shouldn't go there either. I just love the workings of a 4 year old mind. I said that I agreed but that someone had to let them out so they could have breakfast.
But remember last summer? Right now the memories seem to be from a far away land but summer will come and quite possibly, high heat.
As I continually confess, this horse stuff is new to us so if I'm offending anyone by sharing information that is too basic, sorry. We had to start somewhere and I'm guessing that there may be others in the same place. My poor vet keeps getting the "what do I do now?" calls. This article might save someone a phone call.
Plain Facts on Heat Stroke by Eleanor M. Kellon, VMD
Summers heat and humidity can be much more than just uncomfortable. They can be deadly. Horses lose their lives every year to heat stroke. Countless others struggle through anything from weakness to colic as a result of inadequate care in hot weather. Don’t let this happen to your horse! read more....
As a side note, the author, Eleanor M. Kellon, VMD, is the standing authority on Equine Cushings and IR and shares a lot of valuable information on the Yahoo web group - EquineCushings.
Stay dry and remember, this too shall pass.......
Our grandson asked if he could go down with me to let the horses out this morning and I said no. When he asked why, I said cause the muck would suck his boots off. He then offered that perhaps I shouldn't go there either. I just love the workings of a 4 year old mind. I said that I agreed but that someone had to let them out so they could have breakfast.
But remember last summer? Right now the memories seem to be from a far away land but summer will come and quite possibly, high heat.
As I continually confess, this horse stuff is new to us so if I'm offending anyone by sharing information that is too basic, sorry. We had to start somewhere and I'm guessing that there may be others in the same place. My poor vet keeps getting the "what do I do now?" calls. This article might save someone a phone call.
Plain Facts on Heat Stroke by Eleanor M. Kellon, VMD
Summers heat and humidity can be much more than just uncomfortable. They can be deadly. Horses lose their lives every year to heat stroke. Countless others struggle through anything from weakness to colic as a result of inadequate care in hot weather. Don’t let this happen to your horse! read more....
As a side note, the author, Eleanor M. Kellon, VMD, is the standing authority on Equine Cushings and IR and shares a lot of valuable information on the Yahoo web group - EquineCushings.
Stay dry and remember, this too shall pass.......
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
I need to tell you all how great I think the 'farm officials' are in this area.
I have had weed questions in the past and I can take in a sample and they'll scramble around until they come up with a name and tell me if it is toxic for horses.
The newsletter that Doug Stienbarger sends out from the Small Acreage Program is great and he keeps us all informed about upcoming events and opportunities.
Contact information:
Doug Stienbarger, Extension Director
(360) 397-6060 ext. 7716
doug.stienbarger@clark.wa.gov
Today I had another opportunity to experience the good service that we receive from our farm folks. I had a concern about the Lupine on the property next to us.
I shot Erin an email and within an hour she sent me a reply. She calmed my fears, gave me a reality check and even gave me an 'atta boy' for being vigilant about the condition of our pastures. We are especially fortunate that Erin is a horse person that grew up here and now she plans and schedules a lot of good classes and workshops for the Small Acreage Program. To see what's coming up, contact:
Erin Harwood, Program Coordinator
(360) 397-6060 ext. 7720
Erin.Harwood@clark.wa.gov
We have a lot of dedicated individuals within our community. Some do it as a job and others get involved as volunteers.
An example of this blend is the Clark County Equestrian Advisory Group. They have been meeting since last November and are working at making this a horse friendly area. The Executive Horse Council has been working towards this for years and that work is paying off. One of the items that the Equestrian Advisory Group is working on is identifying areas that should have an Equestrian zoning. Check out their web site to see what is happening now and to read the meeting notes.
There is a 'contact' form on one of the pages or for more information, you can contact:
Laurie Lebowsky
Clark County Community Planning
(360) 397-2280 ext. 4544
laurie.lebowsky@clark.wa.gov
Remember that our county will become more Equine friendly as we continue to be involved and make our voices heard.
Good job everyone!
I have had weed questions in the past and I can take in a sample and they'll scramble around until they come up with a name and tell me if it is toxic for horses.
The newsletter that Doug Stienbarger sends out from the Small Acreage Program is great and he keeps us all informed about upcoming events and opportunities.
Contact information:
Doug Stienbarger, Extension Director
(360) 397-6060 ext. 7716
doug.stienbarger@clark.wa.gov
Today I had another opportunity to experience the good service that we receive from our farm folks. I had a concern about the Lupine on the property next to us.
I shot Erin an email and within an hour she sent me a reply. She calmed my fears, gave me a reality check and even gave me an 'atta boy' for being vigilant about the condition of our pastures. We are especially fortunate that Erin is a horse person that grew up here and now she plans and schedules a lot of good classes and workshops for the Small Acreage Program. To see what's coming up, contact:
Erin Harwood, Program Coordinator
(360) 397-6060 ext. 7720
Erin.Harwood@clark.wa.gov
We have a lot of dedicated individuals within our community. Some do it as a job and others get involved as volunteers.
An example of this blend is the Clark County Equestrian Advisory Group. They have been meeting since last November and are working at making this a horse friendly area. The Executive Horse Council has been working towards this for years and that work is paying off. One of the items that the Equestrian Advisory Group is working on is identifying areas that should have an Equestrian zoning. Check out their web site to see what is happening now and to read the meeting notes.
There is a 'contact' form on one of the pages or for more information, you can contact:
Laurie Lebowsky
Clark County Community Planning
(360) 397-2280 ext. 4544
laurie.lebowsky@clark.wa.gov
Remember that our county will become more Equine friendly as we continue to be involved and make our voices heard.
Good job everyone!
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Tack Sale - April 17th
The Outlaws are having a Tack Sale Saturday April 17, 2010.
Location: Clark County Saddle Club - 10505 NE 117th Ave. Vancouver, WA
It will be open to the public at 8:00 AM. Coffee & donuts & a limited lunch menu will be available.
If you are interested in being a vendors, please call Jorga @ 360-521-8532
Location: Clark County Saddle Club - 10505 NE 117th Ave. Vancouver, WA
It will be open to the public at 8:00 AM. Coffee & donuts & a limited lunch menu will be available.
If you are interested in being a vendors, please call Jorga @ 360-521-8532
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