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Club Website www.nppc.ponyclubvic.org.au
Club Email [email protected]
NPPC Committee
DC: Rebecca Ray
0403 445011
Ass. DC / Card Sec. Tracey Cole
0427 361338
President: Kim Fitzpatrick
0407 973223
Vice Pres./Grants Coordinator :
Glenda Wilson
0429 375210
Secretary: Mel Robinson
Treasurer: Kim / Mikayla O’Neill
Event Secretary: Trista Hoyland
Canteen Manager: Andrea Rankin
Photographer: Baelea Collins
(Learner) C/- 0429 373194
Next Rally
December 6th, 2014
Next Club Meeting
Monday, February 2nd, 2015
At 7:30pm NPPC Rooms
ALL members welcome.
Neangar Park Pony Club Newsletter, December 2014.
DC Report
Hi All,
What a great turnout we had for our November Rally! Not only did we
have almost all members attend, but we also had some friends from
Bendigo Pony Club join us, as the rest of their club was away at their
annual pony club camp.
We were very lucky to once again have Tonya Holdsworth-Rose help us
with our show jumping, it’s the second time Tonya has come to instruct,
and I hope to have her back next year, as I know you all find her lessons
valuable. We were also lucky to have Lauren Furness and Lauren
Gretgrix for poles and flatwork. Karen Chilcott came with the Bendigo
Pony Club gang and as she usually instructs for them, and it was great to
have her taking the games. Tracey once again helped with handy
mount, and filled in for me as I had to leave early. Tracey always
amazes me with her energy and enthusiasm and I am very grateful for
all the help she has given me this year. We are very lucky to have such
an amazing committee, and I hope you all take the time to thank them
for making our club so wonderful and wish them an extra Merry
Christmas when you see them next.
I am very sorry that I won’t be at our December Christmas rally, as I will
miss seeing you all and wishing you a Merry Christmas. So I hope you
all have the most wonderful Christmas, and I will see you in February.
Rebecca
PS: Don’t forget to give your horses an extra carrot for Christmas, and
thank them for all that they do for you!
~ REMINDERS ~
Attending a rally?-
Try your best to let the DC (Bec or
Tracey) know if you are going to
an upcoming rally by the
WEDNESDAY of the week before.
Lunch
Don’t forget to order your lunch at
the canteen before the start of the
first lesson.
Events & Celebrations Nothing reported this month.
Did you know.....
Arabian Horses
Arabian horses have compact bodies that suggest strength and speed. Their backs are short, and ideally they have well sloping shoulders, and powerful hindquarters. Arabian horses have elegant arched necks, fine silky manes and tails and a refined head. The Arabian horse's physical presence suggests refinement, power, agility, and elegance Unique qualities of Arabians- Delicately dished face with
wide intelligent eyes and arching neck
Arabians have a high tail carriage and floating ‘gaits’.
Arabians are quick learners, alert, and sensitive.
Arabians are the ancestors of many modern day horses.
Arabian horses have one less vertebrae than other breeds of horses
Quote of the Month
My treasures do not clink together or glitter; They gleam in the sun and neigh in the night. -Arabian Proverb
Bealiba Pony Club Own Dressage Jackpot & Show Jumping Competition
Several NPPC riders competed at the BPC Dressage & Show Jumping Competition, on the weekend 8-9th November.
Will rode Rafferty and came 4th in the 2 rounds class at 45cm height. Georgia also competed on Scooter in the 75cm. While Laura G. WON the grade one dressage event.
Well Done to You All !
~ Upcoming NPPC Events ~
Combined Training Day 15th March, 2015
Showjumping and Games Day24th May, 2015
Dressage Day 19th July, 2015
NPPC Gymkhana 22nd September, 2015
February Rally
Feb Rally will be a half day as it’s usually very hot.
WE will start at 8am, and finish at about 12, to try
to beat the heat. Canteen will be drinks only-
NO LUNCH.
Buy Sell Swap
Brown Wintec AP Saddle- 16’ ½”
with Cair, inc stirrups, 4 ½ years
old. Excellent condition -
$650.00 ONO. Contact Glenda
Wilson 0429375210 or
$ $ $ $
NPPC child’s polo shirt size 4
very limited wear, as new $15
NPPC child wool knitted jumper,
handmade about a size 4.
Never worn $10 Dublin navy
blue joddies size 6 very limited
wear- $15
White shirt size 8 and black tie
(could be navy blue very hard to
tell) $10
Contact Amy Cope 0401 066 371
$ $ $ $
Dog Kennel (large), ply walls with tin roof. Heavy (so won’t blow away). Hand Painted in fashionable green with pink roof. Pick up only Maiden Gully. Price (very) negotiable. Contact Steve Mika.
Bush Fire Plan for Your Horse
With The hot weather approaching, and bush fires always a threat, it’s a good idea to have a bush fire plan for your horses as well as yourself. Here are some tips for keeping your horses safe in fire season: Whether your horses are located at home or on an agistment property you must plan and prepare for their safety. Horses need a large open space to avoid bushfires Move your horses to a safer location before fire threatens your property Remove all gear, including rugs Seek treatment for burns quickly Safe places for your horses Horses are quite good at avoiding bushfire if: They have enough room to move freely in a large open space There is minimal vegetation in the large open space On Severe, Extreme or Code Red fire danger days, move your horses to a designated safer paddock or area. This may be: A large well-grazed paddock A series of smaller paddocks with the internal gates left open A large sand ménage, provided there are no buildings or vegetation close-by
that could catch fire. Ideally the paddock should have a dam in it where the horse can seek relief from the heat. Do not lock your horses in a stable, holding yard or similar environment. The horse may panic and hurt themselves if confined. Do not let your horses out on the roads as they will be in more danger from traffic and fire. A horse’s natural instinct is to run from danger including bushfire and they will quickly move to burnt ground to survive. Ensure your property has a Property Identification Code (PIC) registered with the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) that indicates horses are there. If your property isn’t safe Move your horses to a safer location before fire threatens your property. Once a fire has started, it is unlikely you will be able to safely move your horses to another location. Bushfires can travel quickly and roads will be dangerous, or possibly closed. Agist your horses out of the area during summer (Fire Danger Period) Develop your plan to temporarily move your horses on Severe, Extreme or Code Red days to: A neighbour or friend’s property Local showgrounds Saleyards Arrange a group strategy with friends, other agistees or club members. If you agist your horses, find out what the bushfire plan is for the property. Prepare your horses On Severe, Extreme or Code Red fire danger days remove all gear, including rugs, from your horses. Some gear may melt or become very hot and cause serious burns, or get caught on fences. Permanently identify your horses by microchipping or branding them. If your horse is difficult to catch, consider leaving a leather halter on with identification tags. After the fire Horses tend to recover well after a fire. They may suffer facial burns and swollen eyelids. Seek appropriate treatment to restore them to full health quickly. A horse suffering from burns requires prompt veterinary attention.
Neangar Park Pony Club
Allies Hotel WWW.allieshotel.com
Fitzpatrick’s
320 Eaglehawk Road,
Eaglehawk
Rotary Club of Eaglehawk Inc.
PO Box 52
Eaglehawk 3556
Email:
Would like to thank........
Kangaroo Flat Market Centre
293-303 High Street
5447 0818 Eaglehawk
