What's On 2009
Sunday 1st november

Homegrounds Rally

Certificate work & Testing in the morning and choice groups of novelties, preparation for the December gymkhana or polo.

We are sharing our grounds this month with Mylor valley Pony Club's Showjumping day which is starting at 9am with 30cms in the freshman ring and 45cm in the official ring. To accomodate our riding taking part in these early classes, we will be starting our rally a little later at 10.30, with a 10.15 gear check.

Sunday 11th October

Trail Ride 
At the Holman's property in Callington
(check out the newsletter for directions, or ring Cathy Knight if you get lost )



**Please note the this months rally is being held on the second weekend of the month NOT the first**

Sunday 13th September

Homegrounds Rally

Flatwork and certificate work. As well as stock horse challege pratice in preparation for the Strath Horse Extravaganza to be held on 20th September.


**Please note the this months rally is being held on the second weekend of the month NOT the first, to avoid clashing with Fathers Day and the Royal Show**

Sunday 2nd August

Homegrounds Rally

Sunday 5th July

*Membership for 2009/2010 now due*


 ** There will be NO rally on the 5th July**

Instead the rally will be held in conjuction with our Monarto Camp



**July 11 & 12**



Annual Fundraiser to keep our Membership fees Low!

Cross Country Training
at
Monarto Equestrian Centre

*** Open to all Riders ***

Saturday:  members working bee at Monarto with sleepover & BBQ tea
(each member must complete 3 hours work at Monarto each year 0R pay a $60 fee for someone else to do it for you... ouch!!)

Sunday:  Cross Country Training at Monarto or Trail Ride around Monarto for Leid Reins and those who do not wish to ride cross country

Fantastic Opportunity!
Cross Country Training with Carly Brown, qualified NCAS coach & experienced EFA 2* Rider

Limited places - book now with Cathy

Saturday & Sunday 30th-31st May

Working Bee, Sleepover & Homegrounds Rally

Our club rooms need a makeover, especially the kitchen! So our next rally will consist of a working bee on the Saturday and a rally on the Sunday. AND with the option of a sleepover in the stables Saturday night!!! With your ponies and fellow Strath members!!



 

Sunday 3rd May

Homegrounds Rally

Flat work, jumping & Certificate work in the morning

Just let Kathy Angel know at the morning gear
check if you are interested in working towards any certificates


AND

Choice groups available after lunch

Sunday 5th April

Homegrounds Rally

Sunday 1st march

Homegrounds Rally

Flatwork and jumping
&
***Dressage Critique Competion***


Sunday 1st February

!!CANCELLED!!

Homegrounds Rally
 
Flatwork & Pentathlon Practice with guest instructors
Janet Lambert & Natasha Cockburn!

Also 1 hour gear checking classes with Karen Charles for parents and anyone else interested.

**Please take note of the new hot weather policy in this months newsletter; if it's forcast to be above 35C on Sunday, the rally will be held from 9-11am. However it is going to be  38C or higher the rally will be cancelled**


Saturday 10th January

Beach Ride at Goolwa

Please note that the beach ride is taking place on the Saturday, NOT the sunday!

Sunday 7th December

Christmas Gymkhana

This will be a fun filled day for all with judging on the flat, novelties and fancy dress classes! As well as non-riding competitions for everyone to enjoy!! 


Annual Strath Christmas Parade & Street party
12th December starting at 6pm

Our pony club has been invited to ride in this years parade so anyone interested talk to Cathy ASAP!!

Sunday 2nd November

Homegrounds Rally

Show jumping & flat work with guest instructors
Karen Charles & Natasha Cockburn!

Pentathlon novelties practice & team selection for the competition to be held on 23rd November at the Strath Polo grounds and Pool!

Sunday 5th October

Homegrounds Rally

Dressage instruction
&
***Dreassage Critique Competition***



Monday 6th
**Strathalbyn Show**

Novelties & Show jumping (starting at 30cms)
 
This is a proper competion so if you wish to compete you will need to enter and pay for the respective classes. Entry forms are available at most saddlery stores. Any enquires to Kerren Hampton our club secertary.

Sunday 7th September

Homegrounds Rally

Learn how to build a show jumping course with Rodney Angel and then ride it!
Novelities with guest instructor Julie Chandler!

Sunday 3rd August

Orientation to Pony Club
Information for all our new members!

Zone Finals
Novelties practice

Saturday & Sunday 28/29th June 2008

Annual Fundraiser to keep our Membership fees Low!

Cross Country Training
at
Monarto Equestrian Centre

*** Open to all Riders ***

Saturday:  members working bee at Monarto with sleepover & BBQ tea
(remember how much fun it was last year!)

Sunday:  Cross Country Training at Monarto (instruction with Danni / Janey available)
 or Trail Ride around Monarto for Leid Reins and those who do not wish to ride cross country

Fantastic Opportunity!
Cross Country Training with Megan Jones
Limited places - book now with Tracy





Sunday 1st June

Annual Open Day
Rally with Novelties, Gymnastic Jumping, Fun & Games

**** Free to all ****

Pony Club is fun!
Come n' Try - see what Pony Club is all about
BBQ lunch

1.  Bring a pony
2.  Must wear standard helmet and boots
3.  Saddle & Bridle:  English

Not sure?  just ask.....
Call Tracy 8537 5123
 

Sunday 4th May

Kuitpo Forest Trail Ride
Christmas Tree Hill Road, Meadows
  
Trail Ride around Tinjella track
Parents/guardians welcome to ride (*HDM applies)

Sunday 6th April

HomeGrounds Rally

Show Jumping Tecfhniques & Competition
 

Sunday 2nd March 2008

HomeGrounds Rally

Flatwork/Games/Jumping/Novelties

Sunday 3rd February

Homegrounds Rally
Show-Jumping & Games
Suitable for all abilities!

Sunday 13th January

Beach Ride at Goolwa
Ready to ride 8.00am
BYO Brekkie

Contact:  tmurdoch@austarnet.com.au