April
Equine Orientation Program - Saturday, April 10, from 10 am to noon. Whether you're young or old, come learn the basics of horse care. We've designed this program for those who are thinking of buying or adopting a horse, want to join the BSER Horsemanship program, will volunteer at BSER, or who simply want to learn more about horses through hands-on experience. Kids (young & old) will receive a "Hands On Horses" certificate by completing the program. Pre-registration is appreciated. E-mail info@BayStateEquineRescue.org and let us know how many to expect. Please consider making a donation to support this program so we may continue our mission to end neglect. This BSER clinic is being held at
Sunnydale Farm Equine Co-Op
469 Old Coldbrook Road
Barre, MA 01005
Save-on-Shavings Sale - Saturday, April 17, 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 Saturday, May 15. 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 15th. 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 11th “Rise And Shine” “Raise and Support”
Location: Old Sturbridge Village
Registration: 6 a.m.
Ride Out 7 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, 8, 5 or 2 miles. Pre-registration by July 2nd is appreciated.
Download registration and sponsor forms Click Here
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
August
Seventh Annual Gigantic Yard Sale - Saturday, August 7, 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.
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 16, 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
November
Equine Affaire - Thursday, November 11, through Sunday, November 14. 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 3, 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.
