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Hi Folks,

It is only a few days until the NHS Crystal Crown Judged Trail Ride, scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 4.

If you have already reply to our request simply disregard this message. If you have not replied yet, we still need commitment from a few more volunteers. The weather is supposed to be perfect. A little crisp in the morning followed by a perfect fall day. The leaves at Sky Meadows are predicted to be in full color this weekend. There will be nearly 125 horses there. What more could you ask for?

We need 2 more judging assistants and 1 more person to help with parking. No experience is needed. Training will be provided.

Contact Marlys Shoup at MarlysShoup@... or call 703-754-4981 and leave a message.

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Jeff Shoup

Cell: 703-402-3726

Home: 703-754-4981

Email: jeffshoup@...

Yahoo Messenger ID: jeff_shoup

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#1596

From: Lisa Wilkinson <ustrnews@...>
Date: Thu Nov 1, 2007 2:05 am
Subject: Peacocks for sale!

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Please contact Jinx or Fred by contacting via email or calling - numbers below:

PEACOCKS PEACOCKS PEACOCKS!!! Young, healthy, beautiful India Blues. Perfect for farm or country home. These are this year's chicks, now ready for new homes. Jinx & Fred at 540-554-4844 or foxbluemont@...

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#1595

From: "pahart3" <paharts@...>
Date: Thu Nov 1, 2007 2:18 am
Subject: Gettysburg Park horse trails

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Hi All,

I am writing to let everyone know the GEHS (Gettysburg Equestrian Historical Society) is having an open meeting on Saturday, November 17. There will be a potluck dinner at 6:30 pm and the meeting after at 7:30 pm. It will be held in the Pavilion at Artillery Ridge Campground [610 Taneytown Rd, Getysburg, PA 17325].

The purpose of the meeting is to re-energize the club and build up membership. We have had a drop off in activity and need ideas. Our work parties used to turn out more than a dozen people and we had a great time together while getting lots of work done. The GEHS is the primary caretaker of the Gettysburg National Military Park horse trails and it would be a huge shame if the trails had to close due to lack of funding and manpower.

So mark your calendars and come join us for some food and conversation! We are a fun group of people in need of some fresh ideas.

Please RSVP to Terry Latschar by Oct. 31, 2007 at terrylatscher@..., 717-334-5100 [home], or 717-360-3675 [cell].

#1594

From: "Jeff Shoup" <jeffshoup@...>
Date: Thu Nov 1, 2007 1:08 am
Subject: Crystal Crown Rides Times Posted - Volunteers Still Needed

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Hi Folks,

If you are riding in the NHS Crystal Crown Judged Trail Ride, you ride time has been posted. Go to www.NokesvilleHorseSociety.org and click on “Ride Times” in the middle of the page.

If you are not riding in the event, we still need volunteers. Email Marlys Shoup at MarlysShoup@... or call 703-754-4981 and leave a message. No experience is necessary. You will be given training on the spot.

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Jeff Shoup

Cell: 703-402-3726

Home: 703-754-4981

Email: jeffshoup@...

Yahoo Messenger ID: jeff_shoup

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#1593

From: patriciapumphrey@...
Date: Wed Oct 31, 2007 8:16 pm
Subject: Photos from Pat - October 2007 Western Show and more...

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October 2007 Western Show

From: patriciapumphrey@...

To: nhsmessageboard@yahoogroups.com

Here are a few pictures from the October Western Show. If you would like me to send you a picture file, let me know. Hope everyone enjoyed themselves this year. Thanks for coming.

Pat

P.S. Make friends with this Webshots member, and you can print their photos!

Click on a photo below to view the entire photo album!

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#1592

From: Lisa Wilkinson <ustrnews@...>
Date: Wed Oct 31, 2007 2:44 pm
Subject: University of MD Horse Conference Sat 11/10/07

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http://www.equinestudies.umd.edu/Extension/horseconference2007.html

There is a registration form on the website ...

University of Maryland Horse Conference
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Montgomery College, Germantown, Maryland

We are excited to announce the Third Annual University of Maryland Horse Conference to be held Saturday, November 10, 2007 at Montgomery College in Germantown. Keynote speaker is Dr. Clint DePew of Louisiana State University. Other topics cover Health and Nutrition, Equine Business, and Pasture Management. Please see the list of speakers and topics below, handouts will be available at the conference.

Click on the speaker's name to get contact information as well as a brief bio, if available.

Coming soon! Click HERE for a registration form. (Adobe Acrobat required)
Coming soon! Click HERE for a sponsorship package. (Adobe Acrobat required)

Directions and maps to the Montgomery College (Germantown Campus) can be found HERE.

8:00 am - Registration and vendor displays

8:45 am - WELCOME - Dr. Amy Burk and Erin Petersen, University of Maryland

9:00 am - KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Building Confidence in the Horse and Rider
Dr. Clint Depew, Louisiana State University
Sponsorship available! Please contact Kelly Brannan for more information

10:10 am - CONCURRENT SESSION 1

Bits and Bitting
Dr. Dwight G. Bennett, Colorado State University
Sponsorship available! Please contact Kelly Brannan for more information

No Hoof No Horse: Management of Foot Problems
Dr. Scott Pleasant, Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine - Blacksburg

Using Horses to Develop Kids
Dr. Clint Depew, Louisiana State University
Sponsorship available! Please contact Kelly Brannan for more information

11:10 - 11:30 am - REFRESHMENT BREAK - Sponsored by MidAtlantic Farm Credit

Please take the time to visit our sponsors and vendor displays!

11:30 am - CONCURRENT SESSION 2

Broodmare Management and Fetal Development
Dr. C. Wynne Collins, University of Maryland

The REAL Cost of Owning a Horse
Dr. Betsy Greene, University of Vermont
Sponsorship available! Please contact Kelly Brannan for more information

Pasture Best Management Practices: Why do we do it?
Willie Lantz, University of Maryland

12:30 - 1:30 pm - LUNCH - Sponsorsed by Maryland Horse Breeders Association

1:30 - 1:45 pm - BIOSECURITY VIDEO

1:45 pm - CONCURRENT SESSION 3

Small Farm Management : Recommendations Based on 20/20 Hindsight
Dr. Jim Hanson, University of Maryland

Feeding and Care of the Aged Horse- sponsored by Southern States, Cooperative, Inc.
Dr. Marty Adams, Southern States Cooperative Inc.

Equine Health Emergencies
Dr. Sarah Dukti, Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine - Leesburg

2:45 pm - CONCURRENT SESSION 4

What QuickBooks� can do for Equine Businesses
Dale Johnson , University of Maryland

Select the Right Hay and Feed for Your Horse
Erin Petersen, University of Maryland

Drought Management for your Horses and Pastures
Ben Beale, University of Maryland

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#1591

From: "Larry Pumphrey" <larrypumphrey@...>
Date: Wed Oct 31, 2007 12:31 pm
Subject: Commencement of NHS Scholarship Program

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NHS Scholarship Fund:

The Nokesville Horse Society is proud to announce the commencement of our annual scholarship program. This year NHS has decided to offer 2 scholarships to our members. The scholarships are in the amount of $500 each. These scholarships can be used for any horse/agriculture oriented instruction. (riding lessons, camps, college courses, clinics, etc.)

The scholarships will be awarded based on an essay contest (there are no restrictions on the essay � we just want to hear what you have to say and why you should receive one of the scholarships). So, please email your essay to either thaugan@... or m.robertie@.... All essays must be received by November 30^th, 2007. There will be a committee formed to review the essays and the winners will be announced at the Gala on January 26^th.

#1590

From: "Jeff Shoup" <jeffshoup@...>
Date: Wed Oct 31, 2007 7:18 am
Subject: Volunteers Needed for this Sunday's NHS Crystal Crown Judged Trail Ride

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Hi Folks,

The NHS Crystal Crown Judged Trail Ride is the largest one day event hosted by the NHS and we still need a few volunteers for this Sunday’s event to make this event a success. No experience is necessary. Instructions will be provided. Lunch is also provided to all volunteers.

Position Duties Time Commitment

4 Judging Assistants – Assist Judge at obstacle with resetting obstacle, informing participant of rules, etc.- (from approx 7:30 am to 3:30 pm)

2 Parking Volunteers – Direct people into parking area – (from approximately 7:30 am to 12:00 noon)

The event will be held at the beautiful Sky Meadows State Park between Delaplane and Paris, VA (straight out I-66, past Marshall. Take the Rt. 17 North Delaplane exit. Call or email for more detailed directions.) If you have never been to Sky Meadows, leaves are still in beautiful fall color and the scenic view is spectacular!

If you have always wanted to volunteer for a NHS event, now is you chance!

If you can help with this special NHS event, please contact Ride Coordinator, Marlys Shoup, ASAP at MarlysShoup@... or 703-754-4981

Thank you in advance for supporting the NHS.

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Jeff Shoup

Cell: 703-402-3726

Home: 703-754-4981

Email: jeffshoup@...

Yahoo Messenger ID: jeff_shoup

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#1589

From: Lisa Wilkinson <ustrnews@...>
Date: Mon Oct 22, 2007 9:44 pm
Subject: Winter Turnout Blankets 4 Sale - Bucas

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I have 2 Bucas Smartex 3 Season Blankets. Size 69" and 75" I hate to part with them but they are now spares and too nice and too expensive to sit gathering dust. Professionally cleaned so no worries about being waterproof - they are. Comparable to Rambos - 1000 denier ballistic nylon outer shell, made in Ireland, BUT has a moisture wicking lining so you can blanket your WET horse. I also have an unused 75" Bucas Shamrock Power Sheet $70.

Call 540-338-5742 or srstoutlis@...

Lisa.

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#1588

From: Lisa Wilkinson <ustrnews@...>
Date: Mon Oct 15, 2007 5:00 pm
Subject: Humane Society of America Call in Day re Horse Slaughter Legislation

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http://horsecouncil.org/legislation/horseslaughter.html

The Humane society is asking folks to call in tomorrow, 10/16 to support the anti horse-slaughter legislation.

The have kindly provided me, the contact info for my congressman and my senators:

1. Your U.S. Representative, Frank
Wolf and your two U.S. Senators,
John Warner and
Jim Webb, have not
co-sponsored a ban on horse slaughter. Please call Rep.
Wolf at (202) 225-5136, Sen.
Warner at (202) 224-2023 and Sen.
Webb at (202) 224-4024 and urge
them to co-sponsor H.R. 503/S. 311.

If you live in VA your senators will be the same but not necessarily your congressman.

While I will not reveal or impose my opinion in this matter unto you; I urge you to do your homework on this legislation. Don't blindly push buttons and make phone calls on behalf of the Humane Society or any other organization. The decision is yours, make sure you know what you are asking your representatives to do. After you have done your homework let your senators and congressman know how you feel about the ban on horse slaughter.

http://www.virginiahorsecouncil.org/AHSPA.html

http://www.avma.org/issues/animal_welfare/unwanted_horses_faq.asp

https://www.aaep.org/images/files/Grandin%20Presentation.pdf

http://www.hsus.org/campaigns_programs.html

Lisa

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#1587

From: "tmagiccat" <tmagiccat@...>
Date: Sat Oct 27, 2007 3:19 pm
Subject: FREE HORSE MAGAZINES

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I do not know if anyone would be interested . I have horse magazines I
am about to throw away from 2005-present . Equus, Horse Illustrated ,
Horse and Rider , Western Horseman ,Hunter and Sport horse . If anyone
would like them, or know a place I could donate them too , please
contact me  through email or phone. Thanks TRACEY 703-606-4122

#1586

From: "Pat Pumphrey" <patriciapumphrey@...>
Date: Fri Oct 26, 2007 9:18 pm
Subject: Western Schooling Show

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Hi everyone

The decision has been made to change the Western Schooling Show from Saturday, October 27, 2007 to Sunday, October 28, 2007 due to rain. The rain is suppose to stop early tomorrow and that should give the ring time to drain. I have also requested the Park Authority drag the ring for us tomorrow. Hope to see you all Sunday since that will be the last show of the year. Registration will begin at 8:00 and the show will start at 9:00.

Pat Pumphrey

#1585

From: Lisa Wilkinson <ustrnews@...>
Date: Mon Oct 22, 2007 9:45 pm
Subject: Winter Turnout Blankets 4 Sale - Bucas

ustrnews

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Sorry - price on the turnouts is $95 each.

Lisa Wilkinson <ustrnews@...> wrote:

I have 2 Bucas Smartex 3 Season Blankets. Size 69" and 75" I hate to part with them but they are now spares and too nice and too expensive to sit gathering dust. Professionally cleaned so no worries about being waterproof - they are. Comparable to Rambos - 1000 denier ballistic nylon outer shell, made in Ireland, BUT has a moisture wicking lining so you can blanket your WET horse. I also have an unused 75" Bucas Shamrock Power Sheet $70.

Call 540-338-5742 or srstoutlis@...

Lisa.

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#1584

From: Martha Duchnowski <donkey_mom@...>
Date: Sun Oct 21, 2007 12:22 pm
Subject: Mini horse Pairs harness for sale

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I have a miniature horse 'A' size pairs harness for sale. It will not fit a mini donkeys - too small.

Info:

* converts from a 2 singles to a pair
* All leather made by Zimmerman's harness
* chrome fittings.
* lightly used
* breast collar style
* checks
* breeching - detatachable

This is a GREAT everyday harness(s). Excellent for starting a pair!

$490 plus shipping firm

my email - mmduchnowski @ hotmail. com

Can email pictures on request.

Martha D.
Silk Purse Farm, Northern VA
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#1583

From: "Christie Knoll" <christie@...>
Date: Sun Oct 21, 2007 2:34 am
Subject: Passing along: It is worth reading if someone in your household has Horses

christieonth...

Online Now

Living with O.C.E.A.N. Syndrome - By Scooter Grubb

Just recently, after years of research, I have finally been able to
give a name to what my wife and I have been living with for years.
It's an affliction, for sure, which when undiagnosed and
misunderstood can devastate and literally tear a family apart. Very
little is known about O.C.E.A.N. Syndrome. But it is my hope this
article will generate interest from researchers involved in the
equine and psychological sciences. You will, no doubt, begin to
identify similar symptoms in your own family and hopefully now be
able to cope. Obsessive Compulsive Equine Attachment Neurosis
Syndrome (O.C.E.A.N.S) is usually found in the female and can
manifest itself anytime from birth to the golden years. Symptoms may
appear any time and may even go dormant in the late teens, but the
syndrome frequently re-emerges in later years.

Symptoms vary widely in both number and degree of severity. Allow me
to share some examples which are most prominent in our home.

The afflicted individual:

1. Can smell moldy hay at ten paces, but can't tell whether milk has
gone bad until it turns chunky.

2. Finds the occasional "Buck and Toot" session hugely entertaining,
but severely chastises her husband for similar antics.

3. Will spend hours cleaning and conditioning her tack, but wants to
eat on paper plates so there are no dishes.

4. Considers equine gaseous excretions a fragrance.

5. Enjoys mucking out four stalls twice a day, but insists on having
a housekeeper mop the kitchen floor once a week.

6. Will spend an hour combing and trimming an equine mane, but wears
a baseball cap so she doesn't waste time brushing her own hair.

7. Will dig through manure piles daily looking for worms, but does not fish.

8. Will not hesitate to administer a rectal exam up to her shoulder,
but finds cleaning out the Thanksgiving turkey cavity for dressing
quite repulsive.

9. By memory can mix eight different supplements in the correct
proportions, but can't make macaroni and cheese that isn't soupy.

10. Twice a week will spend an hour scrubbing algae from the water
tanks, but has a problem cleaning lasagna out of the casserole dish.

11. Will pick a horse's nose, and call it cleaning, but becomes
verbally violent when her husband picks his.

12. Can sit through a four-hour session of a ground work clinic, but
unable to make it through a half-hour episode of Cops.

The spouse of an afflicted victim:

1. Must come to terms with the fact there is no cure, and only
slightly effective treatments. The syndrome may be genetic or caused
by the inhaling of manure particles which, I propose, have an adverse
effect on female hormones.

2. Must adjust the family budget to include equine items - hay,
veterinarian services, farrier services, riding boots and clothes,
supplements, tack, equine masseuse and acupuncturist - as well as the
mandatory) equine spiritual guide, etc. Once you have identified a
monthly figure, never look at it again. Doing so will cause tightness
in your chest, nausea and occasional diarrhea.

3. Must realize that your spouse has no control over this affliction.
More often than not, she will deny a problem even exists as denial is common.

4. Must form a support group. You need to know you're not alone - and
there's no shame in admitting your wife has a problem. My support
group, for instance, involves men who truly enjoy Harley Davidsons,
four-day weekends and lots of scotch. Most times, she is unaware that
I am even gone, until the precise moment she needs help getting a 50-
pound bag of grain out of the truck.

Now you can better see how O.C.E.A.N.S. affects countless households
in this country and abroad. It knows no racial, ethnic or religious
boundaries. It is a syndrome that will be difficult to treat because
those most affected are in denial and therefore, not interested in a
cure. So, I am taking it upon myself to be constantly diligent in my
research in order to pass along information to make it easier for
caretakers to cope on a day to day basis.

#1582

From: "Angie" <horselife4me@...>
Date: Tue Oct 16, 2007 2:27 pm
Subject: NHS Western Show Pictures -

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I just got these off my camera and uploaded them to my webshots album They are the speed events. If you want me to send them to you, just email me directly.

http://community.webshots.com/user/ajbeatty , Click on the Nokesville Horse Society album.

Thanks

Angie

#1581

From: "Jeff Shoup" <jeffshoup@...>
Date: Sat Oct 20, 2007 2:46 am
Subject: FW: Volunteeer Request at Equine Expo

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From: VCE-4HHORSE Announcement List [mailto:VCE-4HHORSE@...] On Behalf Of Celeste C. Crisman
Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 3:48 PM
To: VCE-4HHORSE@...
Subject: FW: Volunteeer Request

Forwarding on an opportunity at the Equine Extravaganza! Use contacts below for more information!

CCC

Do you have any way of getting the word out to the local 4-H groups that Breyer is looking for volunteers to help with the horse painting in Champion Saddlery's booth? See below.

Thanks,

Dawn Williams, Sales Manager
Equine Extravaganza
dawn@...
www.equineextravaganza.com
www.HorseTradeShow.com
740-739-6607

----- Original Message -----

From: Shelley Napier

To: deshane@... ; dawn@...

Cc: Bruce & Linda Warner

Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 1:05 PM

Subject: Volunteeer Request

DeShane and Dawn,

I will be providing the FREE Breyer Horse Painting at the Champion Saddlery Booth as we have in the past. As we have done in the past, I need to request 4H volunteers to help.

I really can't use more than 2 volunteers at a time. I am happy to train the volunteers at one time at 9AM.

Perhaps they can do a schedule for the volunteers.

Saturday

9AM - 11AM 2 volunteers________________ ____________________

11AM - 1PM 2 volunteers ________________ ___________________

1PM - 3PM 2 Volunteers ________________ ___________________

3Pm - 5Pm 2 Volunteers ________________ ___________________

5PM - 7PM 2 Volunteers _______________ ___________________

Sunday

9AM - 11AM 2 volunteers________________ ____________________

11AM - 1PM 2 volunteers ________________ ___________________

1PM - 3PM 2 Volunteers ________________ ___________________

3Pm - 5Pm 2 Volunteers ________________ ___________________

Please let me know who my contact person is.

Thanks for your help.

The 4H'ers do awesome at this activity!!!

Best Regards,

Shelley Napier

BREYER HORSES
800-510-3979 phone
888-315-2109 fax
shnapier@...

#1580

From: "gone2dabarn" <gone2dabarn@...>
Date: Fri Oct 19, 2007 6:28 am
Subject: hay shortage

gone2dabarn

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I was wondering if anyone has considered asking their boarders to pay a
hay shortage increase due to this natural disaster?

#1579

From: Lisa Wilkinson <ustrnews@...>
Date: Tue Oct 16, 2007 2:18 pm
Subject: 10/28 TriState Poker Ride Reminder

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This is a reminder that the deadline for pre-entry into the TSRC Poker Ride at Morven Park is THIS weekend!

Also, in addition to the $100 and goody bag for the winning hand and the raffle prizes, there will be a prize for BEST COSTUME! Dig out those costumes for you and your horse and come dressed for a festive day with us at Morven Park. Costumes are of course optional...but fun! For all prizes, you must be present to win. We're hoping to see you out for the ride!!!

links: http://www.milesofsmilestraining.com/pokerride.doc (informational flyer)

http://www.milesofsmilestraining.com/signup.doc (registration form and waiver)

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#1578

From: "Jeff Shoup" <jeffshoup@...>
Date: Tue Oct 16, 2007 11:04 am
Subject: Please Forward --> FW: Last Call for Parks, Trails and Open Space!

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If you can’t attend the BOS meeting please email your Supervisor to voice your opinion on this issue that they will be voting on tonight (Tuesday, Oct. 16). You can get a list of your Supervisor’s email addresses on the NVCEO website at: www.NVCEO.org/resources.html#Reps

Jeff

Cell: 703-402-3726

Home: 703-754-4981

Yahoo Messenger ID: jeff_shoup

Email: jeffshoup@...

From: Conservation Alliance
Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 6:16 PM
Subject: Last Call for Parks, Trails and Open Space!

Parks, Trails & Open Space Board of Supervisors Vote

The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to vote on the Parks and Open Space Comprehensive Plan Amendment on Tuesday, October 16, 7:30 p.m. at the McCoart Government Center. Full information is posted online at pwconserve.org.

Parks and protected open space are smart investments that increase property values, create stable neighborhoods and produce economic opportunities.

In order to attract quality economic investments, Prince William County must have the capacity to compete successfully with surrounding jurisdictions. Parks and open space play a key role in ensuring the high quality of life we need to accomplish this goal.

Fairfax County's proximity to Washington, D.C., is a clear advantage over Prince William. In addition, the Fairfax County Park Authority has already secured nearly 25 parkland acres/1,000 residents. Stafford County, competing with Prince William for economic investments through Base Realignment and Closure opportunities, has established a standard of 20 parkland acres/1,000 residents.

The PWC Planning Commission and the PWC Park Authority Board have both recommended a standard of 25 parkland acres/1,000 residents.

Nevertheless, PWC's Planning staff is recommending the low standard of 15 parkland acres/1,000 residents based on their concern that the County cannot afford a higher standard...despite the fact that it is a 30 year plan in which costs are not usually considered.

Before Supervisors accept this short-sighted approach, the benefits of high standards should be considered. Supervisors who are concerned that the County's budget cannot support adequate standards for park and open space should also be voting to approve:

Proposed proffer increases, scheduled for a Board vote on Tuesday, October 16, just before the Board vote for Parks and Open Space;
The Bull Run Mountain Conservancy's (BRMC) proposal to double the acreage at Silver Lake and manage the site for public uses at no expense to taxpayers, which would allow the PWC Park Authority to use the Dominion Valley proffered contributions for other needed parkland improvements (such as the construction of equestrian facilities on the 20+ acres excluded from the BRMC proposal at Silver Lake).
Full public access for passive recreation to properties currently owned by the Board of Supervisors, such as the Dove's Landing property, and the placement of a conservation easement to ensure the property remains undeveloped.

Parks and open space might be expensive, but the consequences of doing nothing are significantly higher.

According to the 2007 Virginia Outdoors Plan:

Small company owners say recreation, parks and open space are the highest priority in choosing a new location for their business.
Corporate CEOs report that employee quality of life is the third most important factor in locating a new business.

According to a 2002 survey conducted by the National Association of Home Builders and the National Association of Realtors a majority of consumers want:

A single-family detached home in a pedestrian-friendly community;
Shopping within walking distance;
A mix of open space, including parks, recreational facilities, playgrounds, farms, nature preserves and undeveloped areas.

According to the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, "a number of empirical studies have shown that proximity to preserved open space enhances property values, particularly if the open space is not intensively developed for recreation purposes…"

Parks and protected open space are smart investments that increase property values, create stable neighborhoods, provide out children with the possibility of a well-rounded, healthy childhood, and produce economic opportunities.

In order to successfully attract economic investments, Prince William County needs a Comprehensive Plan that:

Sets high standards;
Establishes a comprehensive and coordinated approach;
Encourages partnerships;
Takes advantage of existing opportunities.
Moves Prince William County toward the high-quality lifestyle our residents desire.

If we are not willing to invest in ourselves, why should others care?

Click here to email your views to all Supervisors.

Attend the Public Hearing for Parks and Open Space on Tuesday, October 16, 7:30 p.m. at the McCoart Government Center, Board Chambers, directions.

Act Locally!

#1577

From: "Larry Pumphrey" <larrypumphrey@...>
Date: Mon Oct 15, 2007 11:46 pm
Subject: Fw: Parks, Open Space and Trails Public Hearing

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----- Original Message -----

From: lizcron@...

To: larrypumphrey@... ; keith.evans@...

Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 7:33 PM

Subject: Parks, Open Space and Trails Public Hearing

Hello All,

We are coming down to the wire in our efforts to improve the Parks, Open Space and Trails Chapter of the County Comprehensive Plan. This extremely important document sets the stage for future growth in parks and recreational facilities as well as for preservation of open space and creation of a public trail system.

The final public hearing for the Parks, Open Space, and Trails Plan is Tuesday, October 16, 7:30 PM in the board room of the McCoart Building which is located on the Prince William Parkway just south of the intersection with Hoadly Road.

Here's the history: After Planning Staff failed twice to produce an acceptable update to the Park Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan, a group of citizens proposed a draft of their own. Now, Planning Staff is attempting to cut it back so that it resembles their previous document. The Planning Commission approved a version containing a higher standard for parks and trails, but the planning staff is recommending a lower standard for adoption by the Board. We need people to come and speak at the hearing for the higher standards.

Talking points include:

1. The county needs to set a goal for park land of 25 acres per 1,000 persons. (This is what Fairfax residents already enjoy and they continue to ask deveopers for proffers of 18.8 acres per 1,000 persons. Prince William presently has 10.5 acres per 1,000 persons and asks developers for 13.8 acres per 1,000 persons)

2. Do not allow land and recreational facilities that are not available to the public (such as private clubs and HOA lands) to be counted as parks.

3. Do not allow unprotected open space (space that could be developed) to count towards open space inventories.

4. Support a comprehensive network of public trails with a standard of 1 mile per 500 persons. Do not accept the lower standard of 1 mile per 1,500 persons.

Point Number one is extremely important and will most likely be hotly contested by the development community even though it is clear that the current park deficit cannot be recitifed solely by developer proffers. If we want a higher standard for parks, we will have to make sure the Board of Supervisors knows that we think it is very important and that we are willing to pay for them. If you would be willing to pay a special tax if you knew it would go towards park land or trails, this would be a good time to speak out.

The Prince William Conservation Alliance has much more information about the plan. You can check this out at www.pwconserve.org

Rumor has it that we do not have enough votes on the Board at present to pass the higher park standards. Please come and speak up for parks Tuesday, OCtober 16, 7:30 PM at the McCoart building.

Thank you for your attention,

Liz Cronauer

703 361-1365

#1576

From: "Jeff Shoup" <jeffshoup@...>
Date: Mon Oct 15, 2007 5:48 pm
Subject: FW: Formation of Virginia State Animal (Emergency) Response Team (VASART) Meeting - Please forward

jeff_shoup

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October 17 NVCEO Networking Opportunity

Wednesday will be our NVCEO Networking Meeting. We have a very exciting topic and dynamic speaker scheduled. Dr. Shea Porr, DVM, Virginia Tech’s Equine Extension Agent for our region will be presenting a discussion of the formation of the Virginia State Animal Response Team (VASART).

“Any Disaster – Any Animal – Any Time” is the motto of the Virginia State Animal Response Team, whose mission is to provide prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery for emergencies affecting animals. VASART was created through a private-public partnership to serve as a unifying network of organizations, businesses, federal and state government agencies, and individuals that supports the prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery for emergencies affecting animals. Because disaster response needs to happen at a local level, VASART will build County Animal Response Teams (CARTs) across the state. County coordinators will be selected to lead the development of county teams consisting of volunteers who will respond to emergencies at the local level. Join your CART, or if one is not created yet, help us get a CART started in your county.

The goals of VASART include:

• To facilitate a rapid, coordinated, and effective response to any emergency affecting animals;

• To decrease the health and safety threat to humans and animals;

• To minimize the economic impact of emergencies affecting animals; and

• To prevent/decrease the spread of disease during emergencies affecting animals.

During our August 2006 NVCEO Networking meeting, Bonnie Clark, State Animal Response Team Director in Louisiana during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita presented to us “Lessons Learned During Hurricane Katrina”. A lesson learned by us from her presentation was that the NVCEO should take a lead role in emergency preparedness for our region. We are looking forward to Dr. Porr’s presentation of the formation of VASART and how you can be better prepared for “Any Disaster – Any Animal – Any Time”.

October’s NVCEO Networking Opportunity will also be a chance for you to gather around with other leaders from the horse community to share ideas and swap stories. The meeting will be held at the:

Sully District Office of the Fairfax County Government

4900 Stonecroft Boulevard

Chantilly

You can find mapquest directions on our website at www.NVCEO.org Networking will begin at 7pm and the meeting will begin at 7:30. The NVCEO will be providing refreshments. Please bring your appetite. This event is open to the public. Anyone who is a member of any of the NVCEO organizations is welcome to attend for free. Individuals who do not belong to one of the NVCEO member organizations are asked to provide a nominal donation of $5 to help cover the cost of refreshments.

Email RSVP required

So we can have a head count for the number of folks attending please RSVP by email to jeffshoup@... if you are planning to attend. Meeting date again is this Wednesday, October 17.

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Jeff Shoup

President

NVCEO (Northern Virginia Coalition of Equestrian Organizations, Inc.)

Cell: 703-402-3726

Home: 703-754-4981

Email: jeffshoup@...

Yahoo Messenger ID: jeff_shoup

www.NVCEO.org

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#1575

From: "d_jasperse" <dorciejasperse@...>
Date: Sun Oct 14, 2007 7:24 pm
Subject: Beautiful, 2nd Cutting Timothy Hay for Sale

d_jasperse

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Delivered locally, $8.25/bale.  Please contact Tim Brothers at (571)
330-4681 or e-mail at lariatfarm@....

#1574

From: "Laura" <winnielm@...>
Date: Sat Oct 13, 2007 5:57 pm
Subject: Re: Horse Trailer & Truck for Sale

winnielm_90

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My neighbor created a website with additional information and pictures
of the trailer and truck she has for sale...

www.members.cox.net/sundowner727

Cheers!
Laura



--- In NHSMessageBoard@yahoogroups.com, "Laura" <winnielm@...> wrote:
>
> My neighbor has decided to sell her 2005 Sundowner Sunlite 727 4-
horse
> trailer and 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 diesel truck.  If interested, her ad
> and contact information is listed on Virginia Equestrian:
>
>
http://www.virginiaequestrian.com/main.cfmaction=classifieds&sub=view&ID
> =19222
>
> Cheers!
> Laura
>

#1573

From: "Larry Pumphrey" <larrypumphrey@...>
Date: Thu Oct 11, 2007 10:09 pm
Subject: Stolen Horse

larry_pumphrey

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Hello Folks

I know this should be posted only on the NHS message Board. The News and Announcements list is usually reserved for NHS event information, but I think it is important that we help Katie if we can

Larry Pumphrey

(horse was stolen from Union Ridge, Centreville, VA, and then sold to
an unknown person.)

My horse Sammy was stolen and sold during the first week of August
while I was stationed in Baghdad for 5 weeks. The police have been
unable to obtain the location of the horse. Sammy is a 7 yo, 15.3
bay TB gelding with 2 rear white half pasterns and a white front
right cornet. He also has a star and a snip. Please e-mail me for
more details. He was sold to some unsuspecting buyer during the
fir st week of August. Apparently he was sold for $700. Sammy is
permanently identified with an Avid microchip and registered with the
Avid HorseTrac Database. I have helped you by fighting the war on
terrorism and attempting to keep our country safe and was taken
advantage of while doing so . . . I hope you will help me find
Sammy. If you have any information regarding Sammy please contact me
at 703-909-9164 or by email.

Thanks,
Katie King, CHS Member

#1572

From: jeffshoup@...
Date: Thu Oct 11, 2007 11:44 am
Subject: FW: Loose Horse in Lucketts - 15 north area

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From: ustr@yahoogroups.com
To: ustr@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Loose Horse in Lucketts - 15 north area
Date: Thu, 11 Oct 2007 08:33:49 +0000
Please forward to all contacts.

My horse just got loose from fencing in Lucketts/Leesburg area. Off of Selma Lane.
He is new to the trainer's property having just been dropped off yesterday and he ran through the taped electric fence.
We have been searching since this morning.

Description: Dark bay, refined, appendix quarter horse. Little over 15 hands. Unique marking on face. Some roaning. White banding on the top of the tail.
Timid. Three years old and first time away from home. Will come for a bucket with some grain, or apples, or treats.
Name is Chocolate.

See attac hed. Winter head shot.

Please call the trainer: Sandy Collins if sighted or found.
Home:703-771-1261
Cell:703-771-1669

Thanks. Gloria Baer

#1571

From: "Larry Pumphrey" <larrypumphrey@...>
Date: Wed Oct 10, 2007 8:46 pm
Subject: Oct 13th Hunter Show

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Sat., Oct. 13th is the Nokesville Horse Society's English Hunter Show. It should be a great time as we end our 2007 Hunter Show Series.

If you have an interest in volunteering, we could certainly use your help. Please call Karen Basala at 703-220-2015. Some areas of need are: Set-up of Jump Course Friday evening (Oct. 12) starting at 5:00; Sat., Oct 13th - Afternoon Gate Keeper, Afternoon Ribbon Runners, Morning and Afternoon Ring Runners, and Tear Down - after the show. We really could use some tear-down power. Please give Karen a call if you can lend a hand, or have any questions about volunteering.

Karen Basala: 703-220-2015

#1570

From: "Larry Pumphrey" <larrypumphrey@...>
Date: Tue Oct 9, 2007 1:03 pm
Subject: NHS Board Member Volunteers Update

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Hello Folks

The following is a list of the volunteers for the Nokesville Horse Society Board for 2008. A big Thank You to all these people.

President Bobbi McIntyre

Vice President Scott Helberg

Treasurer Rose Murphy

Secretary Judy Brewster

Quartermaster Tina Haugan

Director of Operations Monika Robertie

Director of Trail Development Cleve Benton

Director of Trail Riding Faye Brewster

Director of Public Relations Lori Helberg

Director of Events I Jeff Shoup

Director of Events II Deidre Howard

A proxy is attached. Members can add write-ins. Members may also nominate from the floor at the election meeting.

Be sure to attend the election meeting Wednesday, October 10th 2007 at 7:00 pm at the Nokesville Fire Hall, 12826 Marsteller Drive, Nokesville VA and support your new Board Members.

Hope to see you there

Larry Pumphrey

#1569

From: Lisa Wilkinson <ustrnews@...>
Date: Mon Oct 8, 2007 1:31 pm
Subject: Slipcovers for Parsons Chair

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I know this is really off topic, but I figure there has to be somebody out there that sews or knows somebody that does ....

I need slipcovers made for 6 parsons chairs - they are taller than any "off the shelf" slipcovers accomodate.

Please help!

Lisa Wilkinson

540-338-5742

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#1568

From: "Larry Pumphrey" <larrypumphrey@...>
Date: Mon Oct 8, 2007 2:19 pm
Subject: NHS Board Member Volunteers Update

larry_pumphrey

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Hello Folks

The following is a list of the volunteers for the Nokesville Horse Society Board for 2008. We have one position with no candidate. The Director of Events is a shared position so all the responsibility is not on one person. If you have thought about becoming a Nokesville Horse Society Board member, now is your opportunity to help out with all the great things the NHS does. The Nokesville Horse Society is a great organization and has some great members to work with. Please contact me at larrypumphrey@... or Jimmie Crouch at jimmiecrouch@...

President Bobbi McIntyre

Vice President Scott Helberg

Treasurer Rose Murphy

Secretary Judy Brewster

Quartermaster Tina Haugan

Director of Operations Monika Robertie

Director of Trail Development Cleve Benton

Director of Trail Riding Faye Brewster

Director of Public Relations Lori Helberg

Director of Events I Jeff Shoup

Director of Events II Open

A proxy will also be available to download on the NHS website. Members can add write-ins. Members may also nominate from the floor at the election meeting.

Be sure to attend the election meeting Wednesday, October 10th 2007 at 7:00 pm at the Nokesville Fire Hall, 12826 Marsteller Drive, Nokesville VA and support your new Board Members.

Hope to see you there

Larry Pumphrey