Upcoming Bay State Equine Rescue Events
March
Barn Work Day - Sunday, March 15, at the rescue barn. Come for a barn yard spring clean up. Bring tools for cleaning inside the barn and outside the barn. Shovels, wheelbarrows, rakes, brush cutters, sponges, gloves, etc. The fun begins at 9 a.m. and we generally work until noon.
Gala Wine Tasting - Sunday, March 29, from 3 to 6 pm. Treat yourself to an afternoon of elegance at the four-star Castle Restaurant on Route 9 in Leicester, MA. Tickets including wine & beer are $30/person in advance or 4/$100 ($35 each at the door) or new this year wine, beer & liquor for $40/person in advance or 4/$140 ($45 each at the door). Plans are shaping up, so mark your calendar. For more information, call Karin at 508-892-4765 or e-mail her at kmo@baystateequinerescue.org. Flyer
Thank You.
April
Equine Orientation Program - Saturday, April 11, from 10 am to noon. Whether you're young or old, come take our class to learn the basics of horse care. We've designed our course for those who will volunteer at BSER, are thinking of buying or adopting a horse, or who simply want to learn more about horses through hands-on experience. Please consider making a donation to support this program so we may continue our mission to end neglect.
Save-on-Shavings Sale - Saturday, April 18, from 9 am to noon. What horse person doesn't need 'em? But don't wait: These bags sell out quickly. To place your order, please e-mail Sharon Haley at haley1990@charter.net.
Click here for the 4-h link www.worcester.umd.edu/4H_Youth_Development/index.cfm
May
Horsemanship Program! - Starting Sunday, May 17. True horsemanship starts long before your foot goes in the stirrup. As any horse person will tell you, riding is a reward for the many hours spent on the daily upkeep and maintenance of a horse. This program includes all aspects of horse care and management, as well as riding. It is open to all ability levels. Click here for the Program Application.
NEECA Spring Trail Ride - Saturday, May 16th. Taking place at Lake Dennison, Winchendon http://www.equinecenter.org/Calendar_of_Events.html
all the proceeds from the trail ride lunch will be donated to support BSER rescue horses.
June
June 27th from 10 – 3pm. Jessica Chickering will be holding a Natural Horsemanship Clinic Fundraiser with all money raised going to Bay State Equine Rescue.
The cost for this clinic is $45 per horse. Auditing is free!
Please help us support a wonderful organization. Applications are now being accepted.We are looking for 4 horses that haven’t been started or who have problems/traumatic histories.
Clinic to be held at:
Misty Rose Arabians
73 Dresser Hill Rd
Charlton MA 01507
July
Bay State Equine Rescue Annual Sponsored Trail Ride - July 12th “Rise And Shine” “Raise and Support”
Location: Old Sturbridge Village
Registration: 7 a.m.
Ride Out 8 a.m.
This year our ride supports two worthy causes, Bay State Equine Rescue and Old Sturbridge Village.
Take a ride through yesteryear when horses were the only way to get around. Ride right through downtown Sturbridge Village.
There is no fee to participate on this ride. You simply solicit sponsors from your friends, co-workers, neighbors and relatives who would like to help our worthy cause, but, don’t know how. You offer them the opportunity to support our equine friends and Old Sturbridge Village at the same time. The minimum sponsorship is $40, you can get a t-shirt for $75, and additional prizes for the top fund raisers. All horses get a gift of treats. Brunch will be served after the ride.
NEHT miles are awarded. http://equineexperts.com/neht/
Ride distance 12 or 6 miles. Pre-registration by July 2nd is appreciated.
Download registration and sponsor forms Click Here
Seventh Annual Gigantic Yard Sale - Saturday, July 18, from 8 am to 3 pm. We've done it before, and we'll do it again. We're just not sure the Rutland Grange Hall on Route 122A is going to be big enough! We'll have something for everyone: items for the house, yard, barn, horse, garage - all priceless treasures, all for the right price. Donations are welcome. Contact Dawn at 978-724-8811 or dmm@baystateequinerescue.org.
Blogging for BSER!- July 17th - 18th Trish Wooldridge will be blogging, twittering, and status-updating for 24 hours to raise money for the Bay State Equine Rescue. Join the social-media party, be promoted, and win prizes - all while helping horses in need. For more information, contact Trish Wooldridge at trish@anovelfriend.com or visit her website at www.anovelfriend.com Sponsorship details and promotion opportunities are being updated on her blog at novelfriend.livejournal.com
NEECA Horse Show - Sunday, July 26th at Felton Field, Barre, MA See http://www.equinecenter.org/Calendar_of_Events.html. For additioanl information please contact Information Peter Whitmore 978-544-8545 ;or Althea Bramhall 978-249-3188. BSER will be running the food booth this day. All money from the food booth goes directly to the rescue horses.
September
Best Friends Animal Rescue. Help the cause of all animals by joining the Best Friends Network on the Web. According to a Best Friends national poll, 96 percent of Americans believe strongly that animals should never be abused, yet millions still die in our animal shelters every year. Hundreds of millions die in cruel experiments . . . and billions die in the factory farms. With a few clicks on the Best Friends Web site, you can help make a difference in the lives of horses at BSER and beyond. Please visit the site and join the network.
October
Save-on-Shavings Sale - Saturday, October 17, from 9 am to noon. We know horse people need 'em, so we're having another one! But don't wait: These bags sell out quickly. To place your order, please e-mail Sharon Haley at haley1990@charter.net.
Click here for the 4-h link www.worcester.umd.edu/4H_Youth_Development/index.cfm
Fifth Annual Massachusetts Horse Benefit Show - October 3rd What an honor for BSER. For the second time in the five years we have been selected as the show beneficiary. We’re counting on your support to help us make this show a success. Contact us at info@BayStateEquineRescue.org or 508-882-3704 to find out how you can sponsor a class, place an add or volunteer at the show. Go to www.MAHorse.com to find out show details.
November
Equine Affaire - Thursday, November 12, through Sunday, November 15. Watch for us at the area's pre-eminent horse extravaganza in West Springfield, MA. To learn more, visit the Equine Affaire Web site.
December
End of the Year Social - Friday, December 4, from 6-10pm. In some countries we'd show our appreciation by offering you a necklace made of teeth but we'd prefer to feed and entertain you. Taking place at Pine Acres Campground Lodge in Oakham, MA, you will be fed AND entertained! PLease RSVP by Friday November 28th at (508) 892-4765.
