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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE We are drawing near to the last quarter of the year Inside and so many events are still to come. I look forward to sharing these with you. Please join us, the events Clinic...... 4 are fun and the involvement is rewarding. By Noel Moody Welcome New Members...... 4 This past week and on the first day of Fall I was able to volunteer for the Clarkia Trail work day. Jack Brook Camp ...... 6 By Adeline Forrest This trail was adopted by SMCHA and over the last two years County budget cuts have hindered our August Horse Shows...... 8 By Cheryl Basin dedication to this trail. But with perseverance and special thanks to Board Member Ginger Bushue A Busy Summer for SMCHA Color Guard Unit...... 12 By Chris Friis she was able to schedule September 20 to get work done. I remember the first year my son and I Clarkia Trail Workday...... 24 By Ginger Bushue volunteered. Andre was barely up to my shoulder In Memoriam: Vern Smith...... 27 and now he towers over me and pushed twice as many wheelbarrows of By Judy Bull gravel than I did. But we all aspire to be like Danielle Bushue. You would have to be there to understand this so I want to see you involved next year Are There Any Clinton Anderson Fans Out There?... 29 By Debbie Padilla and the years to come. The very next day SMCHA had its third General Meeting at Webb Ranch which Equine CA Vehicle Legal Info...... 30 By Faye Brophy was entertaining and educational as usual. Cheryl Basin lst VP once again did a great job organizing the evening from Color Guard Café to an informative Stay Alert for Fall Laminitis...... 32 By EQUUS Magazine lecture by San Mateo County Large Animal EVAC group on important facts about readiness and evacuation for our equine partners, then the movie War Trading Post...... 35 Horse. I will quote Rich Boyd on this, it was a real “tear jerker.” I thank Al and Sarah Filice on their continued involvement and support. We are now getting ready for a Fund raiser Square Dance. It is the goal of the board members to provide events that educate and bring equestrians together in an enjoyable setting. But from time to time we need to raise funds to support this organization. Membership dues alone do not support the magazines, mailers, websites, General meetings and sometimes venues. With that said when we have a fund raiser such as the Square Dance or the Christmas Wreath Sale we ask that you support your organization by attending or encouraging others to participate. For me now more than ever the Past Presidents’ ride is a special ride where we enjoy the company of past presidents and honor them for their hard work and dedication. By the time you receive this magazine we will have had this ride in Half Moon Bay. I look forward to sharing more with you in Magazine: Rosemarie Menager the next issue. Mailing: Express Printing (408-400-0223) Now looking a I want to thank everyone who participated in the Advertising: Bee Brown horse shows this summer. With Cheryl Basin as Chairperson and her well Layout/Design: Janine O’Neill organized helpers the horse shows were a success. You might want to think [email protected]; (650) 771-1797 about volunteering next year; Cheryl puts on a 5-star dinner party for all Printing: Express Printing (408-400-0223) those who helped. Club Photographer: Sue Winslow As for the articles that are submitted for each magazine I personally want Cartoons: Chris Romano-Puckett to thank everyone who works so hard to put on the events but then give us their gift of sharing so you can know what you missed or you relive the wonderful memories that were shared while joining us. COVER I have had the pleasure to read the San Mateo Horseman magazines from Sue Winslow and Mr. Bean out enjoying a years ago. Established in February l940 and quoting Richard Convery Past day at Jack Brook Horse Camp President from the 50th year magazine, the organization has grown and 2 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 San Mateo County Advertising & Horsemen’s Association Subscription Rates 2012 Officers All remittances must be paid in advance. Business Card (black & white): Fall 2012 $25.00 per issue PRESIDENT The official publication of $80.00 per year (4 issues) Nancy Kouchekey San Mateo County Camera Ready Ads (black & white): 1ST VICE PRESIDENT Horsemen’s Association Cheryl Basin 1/4 page: $50 per issue Published quarterly $160 per year January (Winter) 2nd VICE PRESIDENT 1/2 page: $75 per issue April (Spring) Adeline Forrest $250 per year July (Summer) SECRETARY Full Page: $150 per issue October (Fall) Terri Lobdell $400 per year TREASURER Rich Boyd Subscriptions: SERGEANT-AT-ARMS & Subscriptions are available for $25 per calen- dar year which includes membership in the PARLIAMENTARIAN San Mateo County Horsemen’s Association. Larry Pelzner Please fill out and mail in Membership appli- REGISTRAR cation on the back page of this magazine. Tanya Rebarchik We invite you to grow with this magazine by promoting your service or product. Please HISTORIAN send your ad and your check to San Mateo Sue Sheehan County Horsemen’s Association.

2012 Board of Directors DEADLINE FOR ADS AND ARTICLES MEMBERSHIP Cheryl Basin Terri Lobdell Bonnie Bertetta Rosemarie Menager for the Winter 2012 issue Join SMCHA Rich Boyd Jenny Mize is December 15, 2012 Mail Application Bee Brown Janine O’Neill Today! Ginger Bushue Larry Pelzner (Application on back cover) Sharon Butler Tanya Rebarchik Maria Fonseca Karen Rowley- Adeline Forrest Shawback No paid political or religious advertise- Christine Friis Sue Sheehan ments will be accepted; all articles sub- mitted are subject to editing; all articles Dan Johndrow Genia Silva or items reprinted from another source Beverly Kane Barbara Stogner must be cited as to source and permission Sue Keddington Elizabeth Sullivan to reprint; items or articles submitted for publication that are not printed will not be Gretchen King Annie Tyo returned to the author or persons submit- Nancy Kouchekey Robin Whalen P.O. Box 620092 Woodside, CA 94062-0092 ting them. Editing will be reviewed by a Libby Kurtz 650-568-0145 review committee of the President and two board members. Melanie Likins Visit our website at www.smcha.org The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 3

Presudent’s Message, continued How can we help your business? mutated sending off countless numbers of equestrians better skilled and knowledgeable to ride and care for their . The issues and events written in past years are full with • Mobile Websites NEW! the same passion we all share today. I know the continued • Business Websites NEW! success of SMCHA will ensure this passion and tradition for years to come. • Local Business Marketing With your membership and support of SMCHA we will forever • Business Cards remain a strong organization and voice in this county. (408) 400-0223 • Full Color Printing www.expressprintingusa.com Very cordially yours, • Direct Mail Services Nancy Kouchekey • Brochures & Flyers SMCHA President 2012 • Postcards • Newsletters & Booklets COLOR ADVERTISING • Letterhead We now offer both color and black and white advertising. See • Envelopes below for pricing chart and ad sizing. • Custom Designs If you are submitting a camera ready ad please be sure it is either a PDF or a rasterized .jpg in CMYK format at 300 dpi. Printing • Mailing • Marketing • Websites If you need assistance with these specs please contact the magazine publisher, Janine O’Neill, at [email protected].

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WESTERN RIDING CLINIC By Noel Moody The SMCHA Western Riding Clinic was held from May 17 to June 21 at the Mounted Patrol Grounds. We had excellent Welcome New Members instructors and excellent classes for the riders who came. In Dani Weber, San Mateo fact, classes were like semi-private classes for those attending. We all had a ball and those attending learned and improved Jenifer Hunter, Saratoga a lot! Lex Bunten, Palo Alto Mother Nature challenged us to be tough. The first two Shannon Briggs, Belmont sessions had hurricane-force winds making it hard to even see each other across the arena. The uncommon weather Cindy Sidaris, Los Altos was like the dust bowl revisited. The cool summer couldn’t Lisa Garono, Mountain View keep some determined riders away but it may have reduced attendance. SilverHawk Russi, South San Francisco Karen Shawback did a wonderful job as usual organizing Diane and Bob Garcia, Woodside the clinic. Volunteers from SMCHA filled the announcer’s Trish Clayburgh, Palo Alto booth at the Mounted Patrol Grounds. The arenas were nicely prepared. Laura Stevens, San Carlos Kathy Torres did a fantastic job with the riders working on Holly Nash, Menlo Park reining and training. Joan McLaren was fabulous teaching leads, lead changes, side stepping and . Liz Carey and Charles Weidmann, Campbell Noel Moody’s class had a great time learning to handle their horses at different gaits by doing different obstacles and patterns. It was fun! Karen Shawback also organized the barbeque at the Mounted Patrol on June 21 and SMCHA’s own Rich Boyd barbequed tri-trip and salmon. YUM! Tom Norris and Madeline Edstrom Next General Meeting: sang old time western songs while playing the keyboard and electric guitar. They were great! Karen presented goody Friday, November 10th @ 6:00 bags full of carrots and horse cookies for the horses and lovely handmade soap in the shape of a horse’s head for the Save the Date! participants. It was truly a thumbs-up event. See page 25 for more details SMCHA thanks the Mounted Patrol of San Mateo County for co-sponsoring the SMCHA Western Clinic. We have been partners on this event since the early 70’s. The Western Riding Clinic is an important part of SMCHA’s Mission Statement of offering education and instruction for our members. Without your support it will disappear. Next year we hope we can say, “So glad you’re here!” The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 5 6 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012

JACK BROOK HORSE CAMP July 25-29, 2012 all enjoyed watching as he wandered through camp searching for tidbits to eat, was cornered in one of the paddocks, killed By: Adeline Forrest and hauled off by a coyote early Sunday morning. Several people gathered some of the beautiful iridescent feathers and will be using them for hat adornments. With 6,000 acres of majestic redwood trees and rolling hills to ride in, who wouldn’t want to camp at Jack Brook Horse Thanks to the Volunteer Horse Patrol for their services, Gene Camp? Well, 57 horsemen camped there the last week Ericksen, Ann Farris and Noel Moody. in July. Quite a few brave souls started their camp-out on We look forward to seeing you at next year’s Jack Brook Wednesday and stayed until Monday. Five ladies came all Camp weekend. the way from Arroyo Grande, a four-and-a-half-hour drive… SMCHA must put on a pretty good camping experience for them to make that long trek. The fog rolled in each night leaving the mornings a bit damp and drippy. Before lunch time the sun came out and by 2 o’clock some sunbathers were sitting in the sun on their lounge chairs. The riders packed lunches and enjoyed picnicking on the trail in such pristine areas like Shaw Flat by the creek. Sharon Butler’s Camp Cuisine provided great meals during the weekend with the help of her volunteer crew, JJ Raposo, Mike Tyo, Al Hawes and Philip Whalen. I really appreciated that Sharon “stepped up to the plate” serving fine food like her sweet potato pancakes! Yum! After dinner, people sat around the campfire telling tales of the day. We missed Larry Rebarchik’s famous S’Mores, but we managed to toast up some good ones. On Saturday night, more than 60 guests arrived for dinner and joined the fun of the raffle, silent auction and the energetic line dancing instruction provided by Van and Celia Liang. Campers brought amazing items for the raffle and silent auction, including prints by Rebecca Holland, a favorite artist of our group, and Christine Holmes, an up-and-coming equestrian artist. Also, our Club Photographer, Sue Winslow, donated a framed photo she had taken of Mustang stallions fighting. There are many wonderful photos for sale by Sue Winslow, so check out the link on our website, www.smcha. org. Justin Osieja, the only Junior there all weekend had a great business going cleaning corrals. He reported he made enough money to buy a new bicycle. Now that’s an entrepreneur. Diane Hawks, a long-time member of SMCHA, and Scott came all the way from the Sacramento area for the weekend. On her first ride out, a deer spooked her horse and she came off, which resulted in a cracked pelvis. In spite of being injured, Diane always had a smile on her face and a great attitude. We all enjoyed spending time with Diane and Scott. Little did we know we were in the midst of a nature preserve… well, maybe we did. Our resident Wild Turkey Tom, which we The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 7 8 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012

AUGUST HORSE SHOWS of riders and horses. Reports came in that they were very By Cheryl Basin fair, knowledgeable and gave the riders good input, critique August 5 brought us another gorgeous day at Webb Ranch. and information. Our English Schooling Show riders were all decked out in Congratulations to the “Never-Won-A-Buckle” winners: their best show jackets and breeches and their horses were immaculately groomed. Our judge, Devon McKnight, from English Equitation: Julianna Cardona riding Heather Hill Half Moon Bay, gave the exhibitors guidance and helpful Western Equitation: Kaitlyn Krautkramer riding Bodi suggestions in the clinic classes for their future shows. Devon Western Pleasure: Sarah Hammersley riding Call Me Lonsum was very complimentary of the entire group of riders and their horses. Reining: Marguerite Kroff riding Dun it Some Moore Congratulations to the High-Point earners: Showmanship: Emilie Montoya handling Rojos Zip Rocky Short-stirrup/Rusty Stirrup: Melissa Drews riding Autumn Model Horse on Halter: Joey Aranguren handling Miscalculated Nutcracker Step Beginner: Emi Sears riding Carrot Top Ranch Horse Trail: Karen Buehler riding Just Keep Lookin Junior: Laurel Saldinger riding Chiquita Banana Trail: Deb Alvarado riding Barlink Aimed for Fame Adult: Pam Daly riding Pioche A huge “Thank You” to our Banner and Buckle Sponsors, Western Saddlery, Alan Steel, Larry Pelzner, Susan Lang, Our sponsors for the English show were Western Saddlery, Touchatt Trucking, Roberts Market, Dan Johndrow, Barbara Larry Pelzner, Custom Covers by Cheryl and Portola Feed… Stogner and Butch Coggins. Thank you! We have the best volunteer crew and they all Our SMCHA Color Guard Café (Sara Esquivel, Nick Esquivel worked so well together to make both shows run smoothly and Patty Walsh) handled the delicious lunchtime fare for our and also so much fun. At one or both of the shows Karen show volunteers, exhibitors and their families. Shawback and Ginger Bushue handled the registration and awards. Sue Keddington and Sue Sheehan also provided much The Horse Park at Woodside was the setting for our SMCHA assistance. Mike Bushue once again set up his sound system Open Show on August 26. There were 50 enthusiastic riders at Webb that allowed the judge to communicate directly to who were turned out beautifully for all disciplines of this the riders via remote mic. Aleta Reed always has that calm, show. There were several riders who had never been to the professional voice behind the mic at the announcers stand. Horse Park and were just amazed at this first-class venue. Noel Moody did a terrific job at the Horse Park’s trail/ranch We must agree that we are very lucky to have the Horse Park arena. Arena Stewards included Anne Griffin, Sharon Butler, in our backyard. and Adeline Forrest. Gate crew included Liz Sullivan, Larry Pelzner, Jen Mize, and Justin Osieja. Our two judges, Patty Knudsen from Paso Robles and Heather Corfee from Sacramento, were very impressed with the quality Pam Russell-Daly designed our jump patterns, which she’s done for several years now and we appreciate her expertise and hard work with the set-up very much. Mike Raynor did The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 9

an awesome job of designing and setting up the Ranch and Trail courses. Also at both shows for set-up were Rich Boyd, Clif Evans, and Mike and Andrea Hertert. Sue Winslow’s camera was clicking non-stop all day for both shows resulting in fabulous photos. Her husband, Neal, was also taking photos at the Horse Park. Check out these photos at www.smcha.org. All of Sue’s photos are available for purchase. We had an extra-special treat at the Open Show…The California Angels Drill Team led by Samantha Tucker, performed a fast and exciting routine in the afternoon. The riders and horses were outfitted in lots of turquoise and white bling…an awesome sight. These young women are off to college now but hopefully we’ll see more of them next summer. There are so many details that go into producing such a successful show and all the volunteers, sponsors and participants deserve a huge THANK YOU! We’re already planning SMCHA’s 2013 Horse Shows…so stay tuned. 10 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 11

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Lawerence E. Pelzner 840 Hinkley Road • Suite 120 Burlingame • CA • 94010-1505 650.691.TAXX 650.697.8299 Fax 650.697.5080 12 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 A BUSY SUMMER FOR SMCHA COLOR GUARD UNIT by: Christine Friis, Captain SMCHA’s Color Guard Unit was proud to be a part of the 74th annual 4th of July Parade in Redwood City. It was a beautiful day and this year the parade moved back to the heart of Downtown Redwood City, bringing thousands of excited spectators to see an incredible array of parade participants, floats, and festivities. SMCHA’s Banner led the way with well behaved horses following closely behind throughout the entire parade route. Making the day even better, our Color Guard Unit was excited when they won First Place in their division during the judged portion of the parade...Way to go, ladies! SMCHA’s Color Guard Unit was once again honored to be invited to the Menlo Charity Horse Show that rode proudly with flags flying high for opening ceremonies on took place August 7-12. This is one of the finest professional/ Thursday and Saturday evenings. A new horse in our lineup amateur equestrian events in the United States and is now a had a bit of stage fright with all the crowds, loudspeakers and six-day event attracting many of the most accomplished riders energy but made it through without too much difficulty. We in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Menlo Charity had a wonderful surprise when past Color Guard Captain Anne Horse Show has provided funding to numerous charities and Whitten showed up and assisted with ground crew at Saturday their current charitable partner is Vista Center for the Blind and night’s event. It was great spending time with Anne and quite Visually Impaired (Vista). Vista was founded in 1936 and is the comforting knowing she was there to support us throughout premier resource for individuals with vision loss in San Mateo, our presentation. Accolades to our riders, Cheryl Basin, Kristi Santa Clara, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties. Vista Center Eifert and Sara Esquivel Corey your hard work and dedication helps clients reach their highest potential through programs shows in your performance! Big thanks and “high fives” to that promote independence and improve quality of life, and our ground crew and those who assisted, Caprice Tennefoss, during the past decade Menlo Charity Horse Show has raised Jen Mize, Pam McClure-Roman, Lex Bunten, Nick Esquivel and millions of dollars for Vista Center. SMCHA’s Color Guard Anne Whiten... we couldn’t do it without you.

On Saturday evening, September 22, the Color Guard carried the flags at NCEFT’s Heroes and Horses Gala opening ceremonies. This was quite an honor being invited for the third consecutive year to ride for NCEFT. This organization is very dear to us as they provide such wonderful horse-related opportunities for those with very unique challenges. NCEFT generously provides their covered arena for our Color Guard practice sessions. Coming up on October 20...... The Grand National Rodeo competition at The Cow Palace! SMCHA will once again be represented by their award winning Color Guard Unit who will be working hard to retain their First Place Title... Wish us luck The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 13

Horsemen’s Night GRAND NATIONAL RODEO

JOIN SMCHA FOR AN EVENING OF FUN! SUPPORT OUR COLOR GUARD WHO WILL BE PART OF THE GRAND ENTRY. Location: Cow Palace, San Francisco SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 RODEO STARTS AT 7:30

$20 ticket or $40 includes bus transportation with refreshments. Under 21 - $30 includes bus and refreshments. Please arrive at Independence Hall, Woodside at 4 pm. Bus will leave at 5 pm to allow time to shop at the mercantile area. Only 50 spots available on the bus. RSVP Deadline is October 15 Reserve your seat today • Seats are Limited 650-776-8000 or email [email protected] Please mail the bottom portion along with your payment to SMCHA, P.O. Box 620092, Woodside 94062

------Name & phone:______# GNR only tickets @ $20: ______# Bus/GNR adult tickets @ $40:______# Bus/GNR minor tickets @ $30:______Total enclosed: ______14 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012

SAN MATEO COUNTY HORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION FAMILY PLAY DAY & HALLOWEEN COSTUME

 EXTRAVANGANZA  SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2012 Register by 9; Play day starts @ 10 AM & goes to 4 PM

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$5 per event/per rider ($35 Early Bird for all events) Space is limited Free morning treats with registration Lunch $8 per person (reservation required)

Join the fun & RSVP by Monday, October 22: Nancy Koucheckey [email protected] or 650-776-8000 Mail payments to: SMCHA, P.O. Box 620092, Woodside 94062 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 15 16 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012

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SMCHA’s 4th Annual Holiday Wreath Sale Back by popular demand we will be selling these great quality holiday wreaths and decorations. If you are going to be decorating your home, barn or office, please help support our wonderful club and purchase them from SMCHA.

22” Noble Fir Wreath - $20 10’ Western Cedar Garland - $20

28” Mixed Evergreen Wreath - $28 12” Diameter Mixed Greenery Centerpiece – $15

For anyone ordering 10 items or more (you can mix the items) you will receive a free centerpiece for yourself. You can take orders for yourself, friends, family, co-workers and barn mates. Order Due Date: October 30, 2012 Delivery Date: First week of December Pick Up Location: TBA Sharon Butler: 650-720-0513 (please leave message/order and phone #) or [email protected] (subject wreaths) Give your name, phone number and item you would like to order along with the quantity. Easy! 22 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012

Woodside Day of the Horse

The eighth annual Woodside Day of the an Horse, annual event dedicated to celebrating the horse, its heritage in shaping our local history and its legacy, will be held on Saturday, October 13th. This year’s event includes a fun-­‐filled Horse Fair and Progressive Trail Ride made possible by a public-­‐private partnership designed to keep the unique equine rich past of Woodside and the surrounding communities alive.

The Horse Fair is located at Woodside Town Hall (behind the Wells Fargo bank) from 10:00 am to 2:30pm. It is a great way to learn about the horse and it’s heritage in shaping the character of Woodside, as well our local horse organizations and riding programs. Demonstrations, craft projects, and fun activities for children make this a great way to spend the day.

Thanks to our generous sponsors, admission to the Horse Fair is free and open to the public. Activities this year include: §. Riding the Wells Fargo Stagecoach §. Visiting the equine petting zoo §. Listening to a pony’s heartbeat §. Watching a puppet show §. Experiencing a pony ride §. Decorating horse cookies §. Making equine art §. Watching a blacksmith at work §. Visiting the Woodside Community Museum §. Learning about horse organizations and riding programs §. Joining the Town of Woodside for a carrot cake and apple juice social

The Progressive Trail Ride is one of the only multi-­‐generational and cross-­‐disciplinary equestrian events. Riders come from as far away as Southern California and everyone is invited to bring their horses tour the Woodside town trails, stopping at barns and local landmarks along the way. Each year’s ride has a unique theme and costumes are encouraged. This year, Camelot on Horseback is the theme.

Highlights of the 2012 Progressive Trail Ride include: §. Touring the town trails of Woodside, stopping at farms and Woodside landmarks §. Human and equine treats along the trail §. Blessing of the Horse at Mounted Patrol §. Goody bags for the first 250 riders who pre-­‐register and ride §. Special recognition for those who ride in CAMELOT themed costumes

All riders must pre-­‐register, sign a liability release, and are asked to donate $35.00 or more. Proceeds from the registrations help maintain the marvelous Woodside Trails System and contribute to other important projects. To date, over $83,000 of proceeds from Woodside Day of the Horse have been gifted to equestrian causes including the Folger Stable renovation, trail maintenance, and large animal rescue equipment. Riders will celebrate and thank sponsors after the ride at Mounted Patrol grounds with food and beverages.

For more information on the events, visit the Woodside-­‐area Horse Owners Association or WHOA! at www.whoa94062.org. WHOA! is an advocacy organization whose mission is to preserve the fundamental role of horses and maintaining the rural character of the Town of Woodside and neighboring communities. Under the fiscal umbrella of the Woodside Community Foundation, WHOA! is a 501(c)(3) non-­‐profit organization, and all donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. Tax I.D. 94-­‐6108531 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 23

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CLARKIA TRAIL WORK DAY By Ginger Bushue

Along with the San Mateo County Parks Department Rangers, John Trewyn and Dominic Martinelli, twelve hard working trail hands attended SMCHA’s work day. Wheelbarrows started rolling on the Clarkia Trail at 1:30 to deliver rock to our adopted trail. The weather was with us, sunny but not too hot with a light breeze. With the help of all those that attended (SMCHA and college student friends of Danielle Bushue), we were able to place the load of rock in about 2 hrs. The rock filled in erosion ruts caused by last winter’s rain and runoff on the lower section of the trail down to Canada Road. Now the trail is much improved for equestrians and hikers. The Parks Department will still need to lay down a load of finish gravel over our rock and put in some water bars. Because of budget cutbacks with the Parks Department, we could help the rangers on a weekday only…and we had a terrific turnout. Mike Bushue mentioned to Ranger John to let us know when they want to place that finish rock and we might find a couple of folks willing to lend a hand. Ginger provided refreshments for the crew, which included Ranger John and Ranger Dom along with Mike Bushue, Ginger Bushue, Andre Koucheky, Nancy Koucheky, Sue Winslow, Danielle Bushue, Robin Murphy, Chris Luscolof, Shawn Householder, Chris Romanof, Beverly Kane and Cheryl Basin. Thank you all for your helping hands and insuring that our adopted Clarkia Trail is well maintained. The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 25

Bingo Night & Board Elections

Saturday – November 10 – 6 pm

Independence Hall * 2955 Woodside Road * Woodside

Come mix a little business with a lot of fun! Elect new Board members for 2013 then enjoy delicious pizza & beverages followed by everybody’s favorite game… Bingo!

Prizes! Prizes! Prizes!

$5 per person

RSVP by November 7

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IN MEMORIAM: VERN SMITH By Judy Bull; Sisters, Oregon Vrer Past member of SMCHA and longtime, well known Woodside farrier, Vern Smith, passed away July 29 in Bend, Oregon. Vern was just short of his 91 birthday when he peacefully died, having lead a long, successful life shoeing horses in Woodside and throughout the Pacific Northwest. Vern had a farrier shop at Why Worry Farm and shod horses for Mrs. Lurine Roth from 1951 until retiring to Sisters, Oregon in 1986. He also was the official farrier for the Grand National Horse Show at the Cow Palace for 26 years, and stood by Tally Ho at Menlo Circus Club for 32 years.

The Folger Estate Stable Museum is now home to a display of Vern’s silver plated, handmade horseshoes.

Upon retiring to Sisters, Vern began a very active life riding his horses and packing into the Cascade Mountain Range, enjoying all the outdoor activities the high desert country has to offer, and continuing his love of painting. He was a featured artist at many art shows and often taught art workshops and classes in Central Oregon.

I know many of the members of SMCHA will remember Vern and only a glass of wine for a life well lived and prayers of praise for God’s tender mercy are needed at this time!

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Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012

3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: NCEFT , 880 Runnymede, Woodside, CA

Directions: From Hwy 280, take Woodside Road (West) turn right on Canada Road and left on Runnymede.

Come join us for some Holiday Cheer, Great Food and spend the afternoon visiting with old friends and making some new ones too!

Santa will be joining us so you don’t want to miss the chance to make your wish list known.

Please bring a new unwrapped gift for Toys For Tots and a non-perishable food donation for the Second Harvest Food Bank.

Please find it in your heart to bring the spirit of giving to others who are in need throughout our community!

RSVP so we can plan for food & beverages: Cheryl Basin @ 650-364-3020; [email protected]

SMCHA – P.O. Box 620092 – Woodside, CA 94062 – (650) 568-1045 – www.smcha.org The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 29 ARE THERE ANY CLINTON ANDERSON FANS OUT THERE? By Debbie Padilla We had a horse celebrity in the midst of San Mateo County the beginning of August! The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Mounted Search and Rescue Unit (MSAR) had the honor of hosting renowned horse trainer, Clinton Anderson and his crew as they filmed for an upcoming TV episode for Downunder Horsemanship in which MSAR will be featured.

MSAR unit members, many of which are also SMCHA members, participated in a total of four days of filming at various locations including Driscoll Ranch in La Honda, Initially, the Downunder Horsemanship producers had the Coastal Trail and Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay, NCEFT intended to shoot enough film for a one hour TV show, but in Woodside and the Montara Lighthouse. While at Driscoll with the extensive footage, they’ve since decided to produce Ranch, Clinton was on hand to personally assist with training a two hour show to air over two weeks. The show can be and desensitizing horses to several sensory challenges seen on RFD-TV or FSN sometime in 2013. including the “car wash”, flares, and a squad car with full lights and sirens. Clinton also worked with the unit on how For more information about the San Mateo County Sheriff’s to deal with horses that have issues while out on the trail Mounted Search and Rescue Unit or how to join, please including jigging, the need to be in the front of the pack and see their website at www.smcMSAR.org. Or for updates horses that act buddy sour. In return, the unit demonstrated a on when the show will air and more photos of the filming, Ceremonial Color Guard presentation and formation riding for please see their Facebook page at https://www.facebook. the Downunder crew. After requesting the San Mateo County com/smcSheriffsMountedSAR. Sheriff’s Communications bus and with the cooperation of a Cal Star helicopter and crew, the unit also performed a mock search to find a “missing” Clinton Anderson. For the last day of filming, 15 members riding in Sheriff uniform made an impressive sight on the Coastal Trail and Poplar Beach.

San Mateo County Sheriff’s representative, Sgt. Joe Sheridan, as well as several MSAR members were interviewed for the show. When asked about the experience, Kelley Hix who shares leadership of the unit with Casey Terribilini said, “It was a memorable event. Clinton really knows how to train horses and get results. We’re very lucky that the Downunder Horsemanship crew chose our unit out of all of the possible units in the US to work with and showcase.” 30 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 EQUINE CALIFORNIA VEHICLE LEGAL INFORMATION Submitted by Faye Brophy it may also pertain to llamas, goats, cattle or any other animal that can be ridden on the streets. This code is written for There are four pertinent California equestrian vehicle codes ‘highway’ riding, but the law applies to any and all public that we should all be aware of; especially when dealing with roadways, paved or unpaved. the public or city ordinances. Three of these codes pertain to ‘highways’ which can be paved or unpaved public roads 3) Riding Down the Road and not to equestrian trails where cars are not allowed. Section 21050 of the California Vehicle Code provides that However, be aware that these types of ‘highways’ pertain to ‘every person riding or driving an animal upon a highway has equestrians anytime our trails run along the edge of public all the rights and duties of a vehicle driver. This means that roads and anytime we cross these roads on horseback. The equestrians must obey all the traffic laws, including riding last vehicle code directly to pertains to equestrian trails with traffic (on the correct side of the road), obey stop signs and signaling all turns. If you are riding along the road and 1) Who Must Yield to Whom? your horse suddenly bolts into the path of an oncoming car, Section 21759 of the California Motor Vehicle Code provides y o u could be held responsible for the accident. that a driver of any vehicle (which includes bicycles) Safety and Common Sense are approaching a horse-drawn vehicle or a person on horseback, Requirements: Keep in mind that must slow or stop as appropriate under the circumstances in addition to signaling and riding to avoid frightening the horse or otherwise endangering the in a reasonable manner, you horse and rider. If you are on horseback and indicate to the will also have to illuminate your car (or peloton of bicycles) that you need to have them slow horse after dark. This is to keep down or stop to avoid a problem then the vehicle driver/ everyone safe when visibility is poor. You must bike rider need to respond appropriately. IF b e h ave in a way that is safe for you, the driver fails to respond and an injury occurs, y o u r animal and those sharing the driver may be found liable for any and all t h e roadway with you. Failure damages that flow from the accident. (www. to do so could result in a avvo.com/legal-guide/ugc/horses-and-the- traffic ticket to you. california-vehicle-code) You are also required to ride 2) Equestrian Crossings your animals at a reasonably safe speed and not ride in a Section 21805 of the California reckless manner. This means Vehicle Code provides that vehicles that if the traffic speed is 55, (of which includes bicycles) must yield you cannot ride/drive your horse/ to equestrians in designated equestrian carriage at a pace of only 25 mph. The same crossings. Whether there is a sign replies in reverse; you cannot gallop your horse at or not at these crossings, the cars/ speeds of 35 mph on a roadway where the speed bicycles must yield to rider. However limit is only 20 mph. 21805 also notes that a rider must use ‘due care’ not to proceed into the path An easily spooked animal could be considered of a vehicle - even at an equestrian reckless if ridden on a public street. You must crossing. The rider must still look both maintain control of your animal at all times. If ways to make sure there is no oncoming something spooks your horse and it darts into traffic , traffic before proceeding. (http:// you will most likely be held responsible for any damage www.equinelegalsolutions. caused by the animal. Anyone riding an animal on the com/rulesoftheroad.html) highway can be charged with reckless operations just as they would if they were operating an automobile. This statue most often applies (www.bestattorney.com/california-motor-vehicle- to equestrian riders and drivers code/riding-animal-on-public-highway-DMV) of horse-drawn vehicles, although The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 31

Drinking while riding your horse can also get you into trouble. If you ride your horse in an impaired state, it poses risks to everyone around you. It is possible to be charged with a DUI while riding your horse on a public road. At the very least, you can be charged with public intoxication.

4) Loose Horse! AS a horse owner or horse property owner, you can be held liable for negligence if you fail to keep your horse contained and it causes an accident. In one California case, a Half Moon Bay stable’s horse escaped onto Highway One, causing an accident When law enforcement arrive at the stable, the investigating officer leaned on the fence while talking with the stable owner and the fence gave way! Not surprisingly, the stable was held liable for the damages to the motorist. (www.equinelegalsolutions.com/rulesoftheroad.html)

5) Equestrian Trails Section 23127 states that no person shall operate an unauthorized motorized vehicle on any state, county, city, private or district hiking or horseback riding trail or bicycles path that is clearly marked by an authorized agent or owner with signs at all entrances and exits and at intervals not more than one mile indicating “no unauthorized motor vehicles are permitted” , except bicycle paths which are contiguous or adjacent to a roadway dedicated solely to motor vehicle use. It does not apply to any emergency vehicles. It means that unless the driver of this motorized vehicle has written permission of the agent or the owner of the trail, he is breaking the law and it is a misdemeanor with a court fine of $200 which with court costs can turn out to $427 dollars or more.

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STAY ALERT FOR LAMINITIS IN THE FALL By the Editors of EQUUS magazine Equine laminitis isn’t just a springtime problem. Here’s why you need to remain on guard for laminitis well into the fall. With spring a distant memory, you may think the risk of laminitis is well behind you. Don’t be fooled by late summer’s dried and sparse pastures, however. They can still precipitate the devastating hoof condition in susceptible horses. Fructan is the sugar in grass that triggers metabolic laminitis. Although we commonly think of lush, green grass as the riskiest forage, fructan levels in pasture increase during times of stress and arrested growth, such as during a drought. In addition, a flush of growth with the return of moisture, followed by noticeably lower nighttime temperatures, can set up conditions in which fructan levels rise. Fructan is found in cool-season grasses commonly used in pastures, such as bluegrass and orchard grass. It’s important to note, however, that the type of grass doesn’t have as much to do Elevated fructan levels in pasture grass can still trigger metabolic with fructan levels as the growing conditions. laminitis in late summer and early fall. ©EQUUS If you have a horse who is at increased risk of laminitis— one who is insulin resistant or obese, for example, or has previously had the condition—remain vigilant throughout the late summer and early fall. This may mean keeping him muzzled a few weeks longer or moving him onto a dry lot. (Take this time to look critically at each horse’s body condition and make other feed changes as needed, too.) In addition, try to ride your at-risk horse regularly. Exercise can also help reduce the risk of laminitis. The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012 33 34 The San Mateo Horseman, Fall 2012

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October 11 Board Meeting 13 Woodside Day of the Horse 19/20 & 26/27 Grand National Rodeo 20 Horsemen’s Night/Bus to GNR 27 Play Day & Halloween Extravaganza November 8 Board Meeting 10 General Meeting - Elections & Bingo Night December 8 Board of Directors Dinner 16 Holiday Barn Party January 2013 10 Board Meeting 26 Kick-Off Gala & Installation Dinner

PLEASE CHECK WEBSITE FOR CHANGES AND UPDATES • www.smcha.org THE SAN MATEO HORSEMAN The San Mateo Horseman, SummerPRSRT 2009 STD P.O. BOX 620092 U.S. POSTAGE WOODSIDE, CA 94062 PAID Redwood City, CA (650) 568-1045 Permit No. 12 www.smcha.org

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SAN MAMATEOTEO COUNTY HORSEMEN’SHORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION Membership Application FOUNDED 1940 I would like to help with the following events/functions: Annual Dues ____JUNIOR MEMBERS (17 OR UNDER) $15.00 K Board of Directors K H Junior Members K New K Renewal ____SENIOR MEMBERS (18 OR OLDER) $25.00 K B Trails K I Playday K K ____MR./MRS. MEMBERS $40.00 C Western Riding Clinic J Hospitality K D English Shows K K Membership ____FAMILY MEMBERSHIP** $45.00 K E Western Shows K L Junior Color Guard [Parent(s) and unlimited number of children 17 or under] K F Magazine K M Senior Color Guard I would like to contribute to the following events or functions (see K G Trail Rides K Other______listing at right) in the following amounts: **Please list names and ages of children: B $____ E $____ H $____ L $______C $____ F $____ I $____ M $______D $____ G $____ J $____ Other $______TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS______TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED______Annual dues are for January 1 through December 31 of each year. Your cancelled check is your receipt. Join after October 1 and your membership is paid through the following year. Do you want to be included in our Membership Directory? (Must be received by Jan. 31)___Yes ___No

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