There will be a Gymhana at Nokesville Park on July 19th to benefit the
Blazing Saddles and Colts & Fillies 4H clubs.

Please come and support this fund raiser!   Contact Martha Duchnowski
(mmduchnowski @ hotmail.com or 703-789-8167) for more information.
Located 20 minutes south of Manassas or 20 minutes north of Warrenton.

Would you like help with fuel charges to and from out-of-town rides?  Is there
anyone in the
Sumerduck area interested in picking me and my horse up?  If so let me know. 
Thanks!

Fran
.

Is there anyone out there in the Sumerduck area who would like help with fuel
costs?  I don't
have a horse trailer . . . .

Fran
.

4 yo unregistered 14.3h buckskin AQH mare free to good home. Cannot be ridden
ever again
due to an injury on her right hock. Can only afford 1 horse and would like to be
able to ride
again.

She loads, stands, loves to be groomed and hugged on. Also, she likes her rump
scratched. Is
barefoot, UTD on all shots and worming. Gets along well with people and other
horses. Barn
references are available. She is boarded in Nokesville, VA.

If good home is found, may also provide the turn-out blankets she has (Rhino and
cooler).
Might be able to train her for a cart horse, but she cannot bear the weight of a
rider on her
back due to the hock injury.

Photos at http://www.shannonandfriends.com/dynamite.html. The price listed on
the site is
$1500. Ignore that. I am opening up the chance to give her away free to the NHS
first.

Shannon H. Ivins
dynapixie@...
571-334-0086 cell

Here's the link to the 6/28/2008 Western show. Click the thumbnails to
enlarge the pictures to view them. If you want pictures, email me
directly momof3smk@... and tell me which photo number it is
(DCS7067 or whatever the number maybe like that one, that's just an
example). I don't know all horse or people names, only some of them so
the number of the photo would be better. They are free, no charge.

http://pets.webshots.com/album/563955883pAtYec

Angie

Hi everyone,

Keep an eye out for the Extra this week.  NHS had a Washington Post
photographer on assignment to a portion of the Western Show today.
Many pictures were taken during the trails classes and part of the
speed events.  You may see yourself or one of your closest freinds in a
pictorial feature for NHS!  Rumor has it that it could even be a full
page.

Happy Riding,
Scott Helberg

Private 3 stall barn for rent in Haymarket.  Stalls have rubber mats,
hay room, tack room with mini fridge, wash pad, water and electricity.
Neighborhood trails.  Ideal for one owner with two horses.  Would
consider 3 horses but only on a very limited turn-out schedule.  Prefer
self-care, but partial-care is also an option.  Previous tenants paid
between $400 to $700 depending on level of care.  I can email photos of
the barn.  Please call Rachel at 703-298-9233 or email
rcsmellis@... for more information.

I am an experienced rider/instructor in Nokesville, VA offering English
horseback riding lessons for beginners through advanced of all ages. I
have horses at my house to ride or I can travel out to your place.  If
interested please call or email me for rates and times available!

Kaila Fulk
703-509-9643 (Cell)
mybeamer03@...

SATURDAY JUNE 7    8-?    Saddles, blankets ,whirlpool boots ,
horse books, tack , etc . Antique stuff,collectibles, porcelin
dolls ,baby girl clothes to 18 months [new and name brand ]kids
books ,psychedelic decor , NATIVE AMERICAN DECOR , COCA COLA
COLLECTIBLES , unusual stuff etc .We have 3 tables and a car trailer
full  .   FROM
NOKESVILLE Route 28 past Nokesville to Right on Route 605
[Fauquier/Dumfries RD ] 3rd house on left . 3577 Dumfries RD Catlett
20119

15.2 hd mare quarter horse/thb cross fleabitten gray -great hubby horse
wonderful trail horse 14yrs old for more information call 703-606-4122
or email me . tracey

15.2 hd mare quarter horse/thb cross fleabitten gray -great hubby horse
wonderful trail horse 14yrs old for more information call 703-606-4122
or email me . tracey

Just a reminder that NHS will be installing the three board fence
along the road by the Nokesville Park arena starting at 8:00 AM
tomorrow morning.  Many hands make short work, so we'd appreciate as
many folks as possible to come and help.

Bring a good pair of work gloves, any fence building tools you use
around your farm, a gallon of ice cold water and your sense of humor!

See you there!

Bobbi
--
Bobbi McIntyre
Alaria Moss Gypsy Horses
Affordable Farm Services - http://www.affordablemanureremoval.com/
Nokesville, VA

Guide to Setting Up a Horse Farm

Sponsored by the Prince William Soil and Water Conservation District.

Learn what to consider from horse farm layout experts!  We'll show you
the tools we use and share tips to evaluate and design horse
properties.  Green pastures, fresh water, mudless turnout...does yours
property have what your horses need?

This is a perfect opportunity if you are....
-Trying to find a perfect property for your new horse farm
-Considering having horses on your property
-Realtors working with horse-interested clients.

Identical programs are on Friday June 13 from 5p-8:30p and on Saturday
June 14 from 10a-1:30p.  Programs will be held at 7987 Ashton Avenue,
Manassas VA.  Cost is $15 per person.

Pre-registration is required and space is limited.  The deadline to
register is June 6th!  Please call 703-594-3621 or visit our website
at www.pwswcd.org for a registration form and for more information!

Hi all...I have just joined NHS and am very excited about attending
some of the trail rides, etc. I am posting this to see if anyone can
pick me and my horse up so I can attend the June 21 ride (or I'll
follow in my car).  Of course, I'll be glad to pay for gas.  He is
conveniently located directly off of Rt. 29, at Buckland Farm/Paynted
Chace Farm, on Vint Hill Road, so if anyone happens to be going by that
area, please, can you give me a ring?  BTW, he is super-easy to load
and trailer and causes no problems whatsoever.  A real gentleman!  703-
615-6367 (Jill)

Thank you.

Does anyone know the going rate for laundering horse blankets?

I would like to offer this saddle to our group first before putting
on Ebay. It was bought last August, is in perfect condition, and
will come with matching Wintec "leathers" and dressage girth (it is Y
girthed), and the complete set of 3 wide gullet plates. It is the
lovely dark brown color, size 16 1/2 - note - since it is a deeper
seat it fits more like a dressage saddle so you would want a 1/2 to 1
inch larger than you would take in a flat saddle. They sell new for
about $575 for just the saddle. I'd like to get $400 for the
complete set.  I can bring it to the meeting Wednesday or let you see
it first at the barn if anyone is interested.

Robin in VA

15.2-15.3hh 15yr old registered Standardred gelding, bay. Best suited
for pleasure/trail. Also drives. Asking $1000. Please see more
information and photos at www.whinfields.com/table.htm.

Bonnie

 

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A warning to dog and cat lovers re cocoa bean shell mulch: pets are attracted by the chocolate smell and may eat it.  When dogs and cats eat the mulch, they suffer theobromine poisoning: vomit, seizures and death.   The information came from my friend, Ruth Zeh, at work.  She is on the board of Rappcats, a Rappahannock County organization for abandoned, abused and stray cats.

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I know that many of you love and have dogs. Please read the below sent by a fellow RappCats board member.

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Yesterday one of our dog agility friends experienced a tragedy and
wanted me to pass a special message along to all of my dog loving
friends and family. Please tell every dog owner you know.

Over the weekend the doting owner of two young lab mixes purchased Cocoa
Mulch from Target to use in their garden. They loved the way it smelled
and it was advertised to keep cats away from their garden.

Their dog Calypso decided that the mulch smelled good enough to eat and
devoured a large helping. She vomited a few times which was typical when
she eats something new but wasn't acting lethargic in any way. The next
day, Mom woke up and took Calypso out for her morning walk. Half way
through the walk, she had a seizure and died instantly.

Although the mulch had NO warnings printed on the label, upon further
investigation on the company's website, this product is HIGHLY toxic to
dogs and cats.

Cocoa Mulch is manufactured by Hershey's, and they claim that "It is
true that studies have shown that 50% of the dogs that eat Cocoa Mulch
can suffer physical harm to a variety of degrees (depending on each
individual dog). However, 98% of all dogs won't eat it."

True information about the mulch can be found here - http://www.snopes.
com/critters/ crusader/ cocoa.html <http://www.snopes. com/critters/
crusader/ cocoa.html> <http://www.snop/ <http://www.snop/ > >

This site gives the following information:

Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Home Depot, Foreman's Garden Supply and
other Garden supply stores, contains a lethal ingredient called
"Theobromine" . It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like chocolate
and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die.
Several deaths already occurred in the last 2-3 weeks. Just a word of
caution, check what you are using in your gardens and be aware of what
your gardeners are using in your gardens.

Theobromine is the ingredient that is used to make all chocolate
especially dark or baker's chocolate which is toxic to dogs.

Cocoa bean shells contain potentially toxic quantities of theobromine, a
xanthine compound similar in effects to caffeine and theophylline. A dog
that ingested a lethal quantity of garden mulch made from cacao bean
shells developed severe convulsions and died 17 hours later. Analysis of
the stomach contents and the ingested cacao bean shells revealed the
presence of lethal amounts of theobromine.

Please email the manufacturer at michellemessick@ ... and request that
accurate information about this product be posted on the packaging to
avoid further tragedy.

PLEASE GIVE THIS THE WIDEST DISTRIBUTION! !!

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Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch "Cooking with Tyler Florence" on AOL Food.

Small private farm in Boston, VA (halfway between Culpeper and
Sperryville) is seeking a barn manager to care for up to four horses
and perform some basic farm chores in exchange for one bedroom one
bath cottage, shared utilities, and stall board for one horse (you pay
for grain, shavings, hay, vet and farrier care).  The cottage dates
from the 1840s and has two floors, with a full kitchen, sitting room,
huge fireplace, lots of closet space and original floor boards in the
bedroom.  Applicants must have experience working with young horses
(currently we have a yearling, as well as a TB mare and a delightful
draft) and be comfortable managing (in consultation with owners) all
aspects of horses' care.  Exchange includes full care for all horses
six days a week, some mowing, and other assistance around the farm as
necessary (approx. 20hrs per week).  No smokers.  References and
health insurance required. Available no later than mid-July.  Please
contact Faren Wolter 540.547.2852 after 7pm.

JUNE 7 ---YARD SALE SATURDAY 8-? . Saddles, blankets ,whirlpool boots ,
horse books, tack , etc . Antique stuff,collectibles, porcelin
dolls ,baby girl clothes to 18 months  [new and name brand ]kids
books ,psychedelic decor ,household  , unusual stuff etc . FROM
NOKESVILLE Route 28 past Nokesville to Right  on Route 605
[Fauquier/Dumfries RD ] 3rd house on left  . 3577 Dumfries RD Catlett
20119

NHS is sponsoring a Fence Building Party at the Nokesville Park
Equestrian arena which was scheduled for this Sunday, May 25th.
Unfortunately, Miss Utility was not able to mark the undergound
utilities this week.

So the Fence Building Party is postponed until next weekend.  We will
send out a message with more details in a few days.

Thanks,
Bobbi
--
Bobbi McIntyre
Alaria Moss Gypsy Horses
Affordable Farm Services - http://www.affordablemanureremoval.com/
Nokesville, VA

Hi everyone,
I understand that some of you may not have been able to open the
Nokesville Day Parade photos.  Here's another link in case you had
trouble:

share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8AauGTZq4as25I
--
Bobbi McIntyre
Alaria Moss Gypsy Horses
Affordable Farm Services - http://www.affordablemanureremoval.com/
Nokesville, VA

Hi everyone,
Here are the photos we took at the parade this past Saturday.  We had
a great time!

To see the pictures, either select or copy-and-paste this address into
your browser:
http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8AauGTZq4as24_

Bobbi
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--
Bobbi McIntyre
Alaria Moss Gypsy Horses
Affordable Farm Services - http://www.affordablemanureremoval.com/
Nokesville, VA

Martha, is there an entry form for the driving clinic?

Dianna

Gorgeous April 2004 14.3H AQH Buckskin Mare for breeding or stable mate.
Impeccable
ground manners. Loads, stands, lifts her feet and wants to be loved on. Has had
a
combination of Parelli, Westfall and Lyons training. Due to an injury to her
right hock, she can
no longer be ridden. Sire is Dapple Buck Jr., Dam is Bravo's Sweet Request. From
Christoval,
West Texas. Barefoot as she has excellent feet. Not "marish." Smart and
inquisitive. UTD on all
shots, coggins and worming. She is supposed to be a registered AQHA mare, but
have been
unable to get the papers from the gentleman I bought her from. This mare comes
from
excellent bloodlines and should produce amazing foals with the right breeding.
Currently
boarded in Nokesville, VA. Please email Shannon at mail4shi@... for
inquiries.

http://www.shannonandfriends.com/dynamite.html

Folks,

I get request often from folks around my area (N. Virginia)  to help place minis
for little money or free.  This is a situation where a big horse person got a
few minis for the kid and now the they have moved on.  The mini has been taken
care of in requards to food, shelter, farrier and vet, but need attention.  It
it not broke to drive, BUT if you take this mini - especially folks that live
near me, I can work out a good deal for US to finish teaching him to drive.  You
can even come to the Pleasure Driving Clinics that Nokesville Horse Society is
Hosting in the future and Trail drives I would like to start up again!

Here are the particulars:

"Anyway, Thought you might know someone who is interested in a Miniature
Stallion that I am placing. I am asking $500.00 for him AND a mini cart and
harness. The cart and harness are in good condition. The mini is jet black and I
have temporary registration papers to AMHR for him. He is 6 yo.. I am not really
looking to "sell" him as much as find him a good home.. Just trying to recoup
what I have in the equipment pretty much! He is not really broke to drive, but
we have had him in the harness and he has been led pulling the cart and wasn't
nutty or anything about it. He does have a hoof that had an injury when he was
younger (all before I met him) and his hoof is split.. (not cracked.. split.. He
appears to be sound on it.. no problems that we have ever seen. I got him from a
lady who could no longer care for him.. so I really want to make sure he goes to
a good home. We just sold the pony gelding who was his companion and he is
lonely.. we can't turn him out w/the bigger horses since we have a mare.. that
would be "interesting!" We just don't "need" him.. and he certainly deserves the
chance to have a home where he will be appreciated:)  anyway, If you know anyone
interested in this package deal, please let me know. "
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I personally would like to see this mini go to a home that is willing to GELD
him.   Even with gelding you are getting a fantastic deal on just the equipment
alone.  You can't get many new-used cart and harness for $500.  So the mini is
really only costing the amount of the gelding.

Please email me if you are interested.   I live in Northern Virginia -
Nokesville to be exact.

donkey_mom @ yahoo . com   or   mmduchnowski @ hotmail . com



Martha D.

Come to the NHS pleasure show July 6th
http://nhsinc.tripod.com/driving.html
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Silk Purse Farm, Northern VA
http://www.minihorsecde.com/SilkPurse/home.html
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Hi Folks,

July 6th is our next pleasure driving clinic and show.   It will be located at
Nokesville park again.  Our topic will be Cones classes.  There will be a
discussion of the various types of classes available and what those classes
entail.   Clinic will be done in-carriage, so that each turnout can practice a
couple of patterns of cones and will be critiqued before the schooling show
starts.

The schooling show will have 5 classes - working pleasure, reinsmanship, timed
cones, fault and out (cones) and progressive cones.  Classes will be divided by
size of equine.

We are encouraging drafts, donkeys, Mules and minis to come in addition to the
usual horses and ponies.  Auditors and auditing equines welcome.

There is also a short but fun trail drive around the park suitable for small
horses to minis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring out that green horse or that green
driver.   A safety check will be conducted as turnouts enter the ring.


Any vendor with emphases in driving is welcome to come at no charge.   Please
contact me 703-789-8167 during the day.



Martha Duchnowski
Show Manager.

Come to the NHS pleasure show July 6th
http://nhsinc.tripod.com/driving.html
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Silk Purse Farm, Northern VA
http://www.minihorsecde.com/SilkPurse/home.html
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