On Animal Planet there is a show called Wild horse redemption, about convicts working with BLM mustangs.  Looks like it may have been a documentary about a prison in Colorado.   Each convict is given one mustang to work with for around 80 days.  Some of horses they are putting the first rides on them in 30 days.  Pretty amazing the bond these men have with the wild animals that they work with.  The trainer that is in charge of the program is pretty awesome too.  Some of the mustangs are very nice looking

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Welcome to the Platte River Riders; Nebraska's Wednesday night riding club!

The Platte River Riders is a group of adult horse trail riders who meet every
Wednesday at a pre-designated trail.  The original chapters started in Lincoln &
Omaha and in 2007,  Platte River Riders Central & Platte River Riders North
started riding!

This Yahoo group is a way to communicate with other riders, find out about
weather cancellations & provide feedback on the night’s ride (my favorite!)  We
ask when posting to this list that courtesy is given to all who post.

When riding with the Platte River Riders, please follow these courtesy
guidelines:

1 ) Use good trail manners. if you don't know, ask.

2)  Be a good trail user. Many times we are on shared trails. Be respectful to
other trail users and follow all rules regarding that specific trail. Horse
trails are a privilege, not a right.

3) As a courtesy to other riders, please be sure your horse is up-to-date on
vaccinations. If your horse has been sick, it is suggested you wait 10 days from
last symptoms until joining the group.)

4) If your horse kicks, tie a red ribbon on his tail. If you are riding a green
horse or if you are a green rider, tie a green ribbon on his tail. It will alert
others to potentially dangerous situations. Stallions are allowed and should
sport a yellow ribbon on his tail. However, if an incident should arise between
a stallion and another horse (mare or gelding), the stallion will be asked to
leave the group.

5) This is an adult ride, so we want to have fun. But if you are going to change
the pace of your ride, please go ahead of the group or stay behind the group and
always tell the group of your intentions. Never run up on the group or another
individual rider if you have elected to stay behind.

6) Bring a shovel & clean up any manure left around your trailer before
departing the trail head.

7) If any ride is held in a public place which requires a park permit, you are
responsible for purchasing your own permit. If the ride is across the state
line, you are responsible for making sure your horse has the appropriate health
and Coggin's papers.
8) Do not litter. Pack out what you pack in.

9) No dogs. Sorry, we love them, too, but not all horses are accustomed to dogs
and many state parks do not permit them on horse trails. Its only for a few
hours... they'll understand.

10) There are no dues or memberships. This is just an opportunity to ride
together.

11) The ride should start promptly at 6:30 PM. It is not necessary to wait for
an organizer. Whoever is saddled & ready to ride is considered the group for the
night.

12)  If the trails are muddy and riding the trails will cause damage, it is the
policy of the Platte River Riders to NOT ride those trails.  Lets save it for a
better day!  These are "our trails".  If we abuse it, we will lose it!

To learn more about the platteriverriders group, please visit
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/platteriverriders or my website at
www.horsetrailriders.com/prr.htm  .

To start sending messages to members of this group, simply
send email to
platteriverriders@yahoogroups.com

If you do not wish to belong to platteriverriders, you may
unsubscribe by sending an email to
platteriverriders-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

On Saturday, Nov. 21, the Nebraska Horse Trails Committee is hosting our annual game day fundraiser at 3V Stables near Ashland.  Registration begins at 11:00; Games begin at 1:00.  Along with games, we will be having a silent auction and will be drawing the winner for the snow blower raffle.  (Get your ticket!)

It's not just about speed this year!  Since this game day is hosted by trail riders, we thought it would be fun to include some games of skill in the line-up; keeping in mind what horses are asked to do on a trail.  So bring your good trail horse & come play!  Rain or Shine!  Following the game day will be 3V Stable's annual bon-fire party.  Bring a pot luck dish and sit around the fire! 

Feel free to forward to your friends!

.

The following is a list of our classes.  May be subject to change.

Registration fee is $10 plus $1 per class.  Please indicate below the classes you plan to enter. 

Items to Note:  Classes 1 – 6 are games of skill.  The riders will be judged on their skill of handling the horse through these challenges and the willingness of the horse to perform the assigned tasks.  The time it takes will be a tiebreaker.  The judge reserves the right to ask a rider to continue the game without completing one of more skills for the sake of time.  It is requested that a rider have complete control of his or her horse.  Where noted, a rider will have 30 seconds added to his time if the horse crosses the foul line when coming back through the finish line. 

Games 7 - 10 will be offered in Walk Trot OR Speed.  Riders entered in Walk / Trot will be DQ'd is they break gait.

Note:  There will be a series of challenges within each class.  The description below does show each maneuver in each class, but more what the judge will be looking for as you go thru the course.

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Enjoy babe :)

 Someone at Care2 must be color blind!  The just click on the blue "America's favorite animal shelter" link. 

TA

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---------- Original Message -----------
From: Patty Scott <pattyscott@...>
To: platteriverriders@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 13:24:13 -0600
Subject: Re: [platteriverriders] Fw: Vote For Hooves & Paws Rescue To Win $10,000.00

>  
>
> I don't see any "purple link" on mine?
>
> On Sat, Nov 7, 2009 at 10:45 AM, Tammy Alexander <tammyal@nntc.net> wrote:
>

>  
>
> What a cool contest!  I know Genea and Bill could put this prize money to good use!  As could any rescue.   There are several nebraska rescues listed.  Vote!
>
>
> ---------- Forwarded Message -----------
> From: Legs1212@aol.com
> To: Legs1212@aol.com
> Sent: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 11:26:18 EST
> Subject: Vote For Hooves & Paws Rescue To Win $10,000.00
>
>
>
>

> Please Vote For Hooves & Paws Rescue, Inc.
> Think About All The Animals Hooves & Paws Rescue
> Could Help With $10,000.00!!!
> America's Favorite Animal Shelter Contest
> Care 2 will donate a total of $25,000 to
> animal shelters and rescue groups!

> *****Click On The Purple Link Below To Vote, Then Enter Hooves & Paws Rescue Zip Code 51534,
> Scroll Down To Find Our Rescue/Shelter And Vote!!*****
>  
>
> Browse Animal Shelters | America's Favorite Animal Shelter Contest sponsored by Care2 and Adopt-a-Pet
>  
> Please Cross Post To All Of Your Family & Friends
> More than 7 million adoptable dogs and cats are put to sleep each year due to overpopulation. Local animal shelters and rescue groups, the animal welfare heroes of our communities, need our help more than ever to respond to the increase in pet abandonment brought on by the recession.
> This is the third "America's Favorite Animal Shelter" contest sponsored by Care2.com and Adopt-a-Pet.com. We aim to offer hope and help to shelters and rescue groups who work tirelessly to care for homeless animals.
>

• The 10 groups with the most votes at the end of the contest will win prizes!
  > Grand prize: $10,000
  > Second place: $5,000
  > Third place: $3,000
  > Fourth place: $2,000
  > Fifth place: $1,000
  > The groups that place 6th through 10th will each win $500.
• Every week, a randomly selected participating group (five or more votes that week) will win $500.
• And the 20 contest participants who recruit the most friends to vote for their favorite shelter will receive a $50 gift certificate for pet products as special thank-you gifts for them and their beloved companions.
• 
  >
  >
  The America's Favorite Animal Shelter contest, sponsored by Care2 and Adopt-a-Pet.com, is a chance for animal lovers everywhere to raise awareness of the need to adopt shelter and rescue animals while helping their favorite shelter win a much-needed donation.

>
>

> These are just a few of the animals you have helped us save by
> supporting us at Hooves & Paws Rescue, Inc.
> There are so many more out there that need our help now! 
> We can't win without your vote so please, vote now!
> Help Us Save Those Who Have No Voice Of Their Own.
> Thank You!
> Bill & Genea Stoops
> Owners
> Hooves & Paws Rescue, Inc.
> A Place To Heal
> In Glenwood, IA
>
>  
>

> ------- End of Forwarded Message -------
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>

What a cool contest!  I know Genea and Bill could put this prize money to good use!  As could any rescue.   There are several nebraska rescues listed.  Vote!

---------- Forwarded Message -----------
From: Legs1212@...
To: Legs1212@...
Sent: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 11:26:18 EST
Subject: Vote For Hooves & Paws Rescue To Win $10,000.00

Please Vote For Hooves & Paws Rescue, Inc.

Think About All The Animals Hooves & Paws Rescue

Could Help With $10,000.00!!!

America's Favorite Animal Shelter Contest

Care 2 will donate a total of $25,000 to

animal shelters and rescue groups!

*****Click On The Purple Link Below To Vote, Then Enter Hooves & Paws Rescue Zip Code 51534,

Scroll Down To Find Our Rescue/Shelter And Vote!!*****

 

Browse Animal Shelters | America's Favorite Animal Shelter Contest sponsored by Care2 and Adopt-a-Pet

 

Please Cross Post To All Of Your Family & Friends

More than 7 million adoptable dogs and cats are put to sleep each year due to overpopulation. Local animal shelters and rescue groups, the animal welfare heroes of our communities, need our help more than ever to respond to the increase in pet abandonment brought on by the recession.

This is the third "America's Favorite Animal Shelter" contest sponsored by Care2.com and Adopt-a-Pet.com. We aim to offer hope and help to shelters and rescue groups who work tirelessly to care for homeless animals.

• The 10 groups with the most votes at the end of the contest will win prizes!
  Grand prize: $10,000
  Second place: $5,000
  Third place: $3,000
  Fourth place: $2,000
  Fifth place: $1,000
  The groups that place 6th through 10th will each win $500.
• Every week, a randomly selected participating group (five or more votes that week) will win $500.
• And the 20 contest participants who recruit the most friends to vote for their favorite shelter will receive a $50 gift certificate for pet products as special thank-you gifts for them and their beloved companions.
• The America's Favorite Animal Shelter contest, sponsored by Care2 and Adopt-a-Pet.com, is a chance for animal lovers everywhere to raise awareness of the need to adopt shelter and rescue animals while helping their favorite shelter win a much-needed donation.

These are just a few of the animals you have helped us save by

supporting us at Hooves & Paws Rescue, Inc.

There are so many more out there that need our help now! 

We can't win without your vote so please, vote now!

Help Us Save Those Who Have No Voice Of Their Own.

Thank You!

Bill & Genea Stoops

Owners

Hooves & Paws Rescue, Inc.

A Place To Heal

In Glenwood, IA

 

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Welcome to the Platte River Riders; Nebraska's Wednesday night riding club!

The Platte River Riders is a group of adult horse trail riders who meet every
Wednesday at a pre-designated trail.  The original chapters started in Lincoln &
Omaha and in 2007,  Platte River Riders Central & Platte River Riders North
started riding!

This Yahoo group is a way to communicate with other riders, find out about
weather cancellations & provide feedback on the night’s ride (my favorite!)  We
ask when posting to this list that courtesy is given to all who post.

When riding with the Platte River Riders, please follow these courtesy
guidelines:

1 ) Use good trail manners. if you don't know, ask.

2)  Be a good trail user. Many times we are on shared trails. Be respectful to
other trail users and follow all rules regarding that specific trail. Horse
trails are a privilege, not a right.

3) As a courtesy to other riders, please be sure your horse is up-to-date on
vaccinations. If your horse has been sick, it is suggested you wait 10 days from
last symptoms until joining the group.)

4) If your horse kicks, tie a red ribbon on his tail. If you are riding a green
horse or if you are a green rider, tie a green ribbon on his tail. It will alert
others to potentially dangerous situations. Stallions are allowed and should
sport a yellow ribbon on his tail. However, if an incident should arise between
a stallion and another horse (mare or gelding), the stallion will be asked to
leave the group.

5) This is an adult ride, so we want to have fun. But if you are going to change
the pace of your ride, please go ahead of the group or stay behind the group and
always tell the group of your intentions. Never run up on the group or another
individual rider if you have elected to stay behind.

6) Bring a shovel & clean up any manure left around your trailer before
departing the trail head.

7) If any ride is held in a public place which requires a park permit, you are
responsible for purchasing your own permit. If the ride is across the state
line, you are responsible for making sure your horse has the appropriate health
and Coggin's papers.
8) Do not litter. Pack out what you pack in.

9) No dogs. Sorry, we love them, too, but not all horses are accustomed to dogs
and many state parks do not permit them on horse trails. Its only for a few
hours... they'll understand.

10) There are no dues or memberships. This is just an opportunity to ride
together.

11) The ride should start promptly at 6:30 PM. It is not necessary to wait for
an organizer. Whoever is saddled & ready to ride is considered the group for the
night.

12)  If the trails are muddy and riding the trails will cause damage, it is the
policy of the Platte River Riders to NOT ride those trails.  Lets save it for a
better day!  These are "our trails".  If we abuse it, we will lose it!

To learn more about the platteriverriders group, please visit
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/platteriverriders or my website at
www.horsetrailriders.com/prr.htm  .

To start sending messages to members of this group, simply
send email to
platteriverriders@yahoogroups.com

If you do not wish to belong to platteriverriders, you may
unsubscribe by sending an email to
platteriverriders-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

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Good News!  I just spoke to Deryle and Nadine has shown steady
improvement.  Most of the machines she has been on will be
discontinued.  She'll have x-rays tomorrow and if things look
good, she might get released!  If so, they've asked that she not
travel for a few days - to stay in the area to make sure things
are going well before they begin to come home to Nebraska.

Many of you sent me private emails asking what happened. Well,
we all know with horse people, it doesn't have to be anything
major to get banged up.  This ordeal started last Friday.  They
were at the trailers & mounted.  Deryle got off because he
wanted to check the cinches.  He handed Nadine his reins.
Without her realizing it, they had looped under the fender of
her saddle and tightened.  Deryle horse stepped back and must
have bumped Lucky.  Lucky stepped back but was on a slope.
Nadine wasn't prepared for the step and being off-balance and
simply fell.  But being that she was on a slope and she fell on
the downhill side, it was quite an impact with the ground.

Thinking she was fine, but would rest, she untacked Lucky while
Deryle went ahead with the group.  About an hour out, he got a
call from Nadine to comeback quickly.  He said they got back in
18 minutes.  She was in a lot of pain and they got her to a
local hospital and then she was transferred by ambulance to a
trauma center in Evansville, ICU for 2 days with what they
call "fractures" in the kidney, 2 lacerations in the spleen, 2
broken ribs and bleeding in the lungs.  So she was a hurting
cowgirl.

Deryle hasn't been alone.  Family has joined him and they are
bringing their trailer & horses home today or tomorrow.  If you
would like to send Nadine a card, since they will be leaving
Illinois soon, please send it to their home.  The address is:

Nadine Morton
160 Lakewood Dr.
Lincoln, NE 68510

Keep up the prayers for Nadine as she continues to recover and
we hope to see her in the saddle next spring!

tv

Welcome to the Platte River Riders; Nebraska's Wednesday night riding club!

The Platte River Riders is a group of adult horse trail riders who meet every
Wednesday at a pre-designated trail.  The original chapters started in Lincoln &
Omaha and in 2007,  Platte River Riders Central & Platte River Riders North
started riding!

This Yahoo group is a way to communicate with other riders, find out about
weather cancellations & provide feedback on the night’s ride (my favorite!)  We
ask when posting to this list that courtesy is given to all who post.

When riding with the Platte River Riders, please follow these courtesy
guidelines:

1 ) Use good trail manners. if you don't know, ask.

2)  Be a good trail user. Many times we are on shared trails. Be respectful to
other trail users and follow all rules regarding that specific trail. Horse
trails are a privilege, not a right.

3) As a courtesy to other riders, please be sure your horse is up-to-date on
vaccinations. If your horse has been sick, it is suggested you wait 10 days from
last symptoms until joining the group.)

4) If your horse kicks, tie a red ribbon on his tail. If you are riding a green
horse or if you are a green rider, tie a green ribbon on his tail. It will alert
others to potentially dangerous situations. Stallions are allowed and should
sport a yellow ribbon on his tail. However, if an incident should arise between
a stallion and another horse (mare or gelding), the stallion will be asked to
leave the group.

5) This is an adult ride, so we want to have fun. But if you are going to change
the pace of your ride, please go ahead of the group or stay behind the group and
always tell the group of your intentions. Never run up on the group or another
individual rider if you have elected to stay behind.

6) Bring a shovel & clean up any manure left around your trailer before
departing the trail head.

7) If any ride is held in a public place which requires a park permit, you are
responsible for purchasing your own permit. If the ride is across the state
line, you are responsible for making sure your horse has the appropriate health
and Coggin's papers.
8) Do not litter. Pack out what you pack in.

9) No dogs. Sorry, we love them, too, but not all horses are accustomed to dogs
and many state parks do not permit them on horse trails. Its only for a few
hours... they'll understand.

10) There are no dues or memberships. This is just an opportunity to ride
together.

11) The ride should start promptly at 6:30 PM. It is not necessary to wait for
an organizer. Whoever is saddled & ready to ride is considered the group for the
night.

12)  If the trails are muddy and riding the trails will cause damage, it is the
policy of the Platte River Riders to NOT ride those trails.  Lets save it for a
better day!  These are "our trails".  If we abuse it, we will lose it!

To learn more about the platteriverriders group, please visit
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/platteriverriders or my website at
www.horsetrailriders.com/prr.htm  .

To start sending messages to members of this group, simply
send email to
platteriverriders@yahoogroups.com

If you do not wish to belong to platteriverriders, you may
unsubscribe by sending an email to
platteriverriders-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

Nice ideas, Tammy!  I hope I can come for a couple hours!



----- Original Message ----
> From: Tammy Vasa <tvasa@...>
> To: Horsetales@yahoogroups.com; platteriverriders@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wed, October 14, 2009 9:55:21 AM
> Subject: [platteriverriders] NHTC Game Day - Nov. 21 [1 Attachment]
>
> Just a reminder that the Nebraska Horse Trails Committee's
> Benefit Game Day will be held Sat., Nov. 21 at 3V Stables. 
> (Flier attached).  All proceeds will benefit trails in our
> state.  There will be a silent auction of goodies and don't
> forget the raffle for the gently used snow blower!  (Valued over
> $1000!)  (See any NHTC member for your raffle ticket! -- Don't
> need to be present to win.)
>
> Since this game day is geared toward trail riding, I've been
> working on games of skill rather than games of speed.  Although
> we will have a few obligatory games of speed, you can enter in a
> walk/trot class and not be up against those speed demons that
> can turn a barrel with their eyes closed.  :)
>
> But what I think will appeal to many of you are the games of
> challenge.  Without giving away the particulars, here is a sneak
> peek at what I have been working on:
>
> Games for the NHTC Game Day (may be subject to change)
> 1.  Patience - Horse must exhibit patience while the rider goes
> thru 3 "seemingly simple" challenges
> 2.  Trots & Turns - Horse must maintain gait & will be asked to
> pivot on hindquarters or forehand
> 3.  Rescue Race - Nope, not what you are thinking!  It is a
> partner game, but the rescue & transport is NOT your partner
> 4.  Trail Course - Perhaps a gate, a bridge & a surprise... or
> not....
> 5.  Cowboy Up - Horse, Rider & Rope
> 6.  Run, Jump & Back (with precision)
> 7.  Relay - Rider may enter Walk & Trot or Speed Class
> 8.  Barrel Races - Rider may enter Walk or Trot or Speed Class
> 9.  Pole Bending - Rider may enter Walk or Trot or Speed Class
> 10.  Musical Hoola Hoops
>
> A flier is attached or can be found at
> http://nebraskahorsecouncil.org/Trails%
> 20Committee/112109gameday.pdf
>
> Please spread the word by hanging a flier in your area or
> forwarding to other groups.
>
> If anyone has any items they would like to donate for the silent
> auction, please contact Kathy Newberg at newbe44@... .
>
> Thanks,
> tv
>
>
>
> ------------------------------------
>
> Yahoo! Groups Links
>
>
>

Just a reminder that the Nebraska Horse Trails Committee's
Benefit Game Day will be held Sat., Nov. 21 at 3V Stables.
(Flier attached).  All proceeds will benefit trails in our
state.  There will be a silent auction of goodies and don't
forget the raffle for the gently used snow blower!  (Valued over
$1000!)  (See any NHTC member for your raffle ticket! -- Don't
need to be present to win.)

Since this game day is geared toward trail riding, I've been
working on games of skill rather than games of speed.  Although
we will have a few obligatory games of speed, you can enter in a
walk/trot class and not be up against those speed demons that
can turn a barrel with their eyes closed.  :)

But what I think will appeal to many of you are the games of
challenge.  Without giving away the particulars, here is a sneak
peek at what I have been working on:

Games for the NHTC Game Day (may be subject to change)
1.  Patience - Horse must exhibit patience while the rider goes
thru 3 "seemingly simple" challenges
2.  Trots & Turns - Horse must maintain gait & will be asked to
pivot on hindquarters or forehand
3.  Rescue Race - Nope, not what you are thinking!  It is a
partner game, but the rescue & transport is NOT your partner
4.  Trail Course - Perhaps a gate, a bridge & a surprise... or
not....
5.  Cowboy Up - Horse, Rider & Rope
6.  Run, Jump & Back (with precision)
7.  Relay - Rider may enter Walk & Trot or Speed Class
8.  Barrel Races - Rider may enter Walk or Trot or Speed Class
9.  Pole Bending - Rider may enter Walk or Trot or Speed Class
10.  Musical Hoola Hoops

A flier is attached or can be found at
http://nebraskahorsecouncil.org/Trails%
20Committee/112109gameday.pdf

Please spread the word by hanging a flier in your area or
forwarding to other groups.

If anyone has any items they would like to donate for the silent
auction, please contact Kathy Newberg at newbe44@... .

Thanks,
tv

I do not want the entire group seeing these photos.Because some may recognize
me. Here's the link:

http://jerzgirlu.zoomshare.com/files/photos.htm