September News
Did you watch the Olympics? The greatly expanded television and on-line coverage gave more people than ever the chance to share in the USA athletes triumphs and disappointments. Of course for Equestrian sport enthusiasts, what could top our US Show Jumping Team’s Gold Medal performance! A cliff hanger of a competition, the US and Canada was tied at the end of the final round and a jump off was held. In Show Jumping, the jump-off goes to the cleanest rounds, then the fastest times so action was fast and furious, while three US riders went clean over a foreshortened course with jump over 5 feet high. The Canadian team had great fast times, but 4 faults, giving the gold medal to the US.
In Dressage and Eventing, the US teams placed 4th and 7th, and Gina Miles of the US won the individual Silver medal in the Eventing competition. Overall it was an exciting 10 days of top-notch equestrian events. If you missed it, the complete video coverage is still available on line.
As we head into Fall, many of us are looking ahead at preparing for winter; stocking up on hay, getting our barns ready for the rainy weather, and getting our horses in shape for the coming cold days. Mark your calendars for the week of October 13 through 17 – the annual Fall Hay and Feed Sale at Rainbow. We’ll have the best price of the season on Alfalfa hay, Purina feeds and other specially selected products, so don’t miss the chance to stock up.
Right now, save $5.00 on Purina Equine Senior Feed! This big savings is only good through September 7th, so print out your coupon and hurry in to the Ukiah or Lakeport stores to save $5.00 on Equine Senior, the number one feed for older horses. Or if you are unable to print the coupon, just ask for one at the front counter of either the Lakeport or Ukiah stores.
While you are in the store, check out some of the other great in-store coupon specials, now available!
Flysect Super 7 -- $2.50 off any size
Swat Fly Repellant Wound Ointment -- $.75 Off
Vetrolin products -- $1.00 off any product
Ivercare -- $1.00 off any one product
TapeCare -- $1.50 off coupon
Horseshoer’s Secret Concentrate – Save $3.00 instantly, any size
There’s also the Wrangler Rebate – buy $50.00 worth of Wrangler products and get a $10.00 rebate check from Wrangler, spend $75.00 and get a $15.00 rebate, or spend $100.00 and get $20.00 back! Plus there is lots of new Western apparel for Men, Women and Kids coming in daily, including new Stetson Hats, and Wrangler Hats. Check it out!
Need someplace to go in all that new finery? The Redwood Empire Quarter Horse Association is sponsoring the team penning and ranch hand sorting events at the Mendocino County Fair & Apple Show. These events will be held on September 13 at the fairgrounds in Booneville. REQHA will also be holding two Gymkhana Playdays at the Redwood Valley Arena on September 20 & October 18. This is a great time for all ages, Ribbons awarded and prizes for Hi Point of the day. For more information on these events contact Bobbie Tilley at 485 8749.
Another great event for a great cause – the Ridgewood T.R.A.I.L. annual ride at Ridgewood Ranch, of Seabiscuit fame, still has openings. The ride will be held on October 4th, and offers a choice of three beautiful rides, a BBQ with live music, raffles (including one for the playhouse that was on display at the Redwood Empire Fair). This fun event benefits the T.R.A.I.L. program that offers therapeutic horseback lessons for all children who can benefit, and relies upon YOUR donations and time to make it happen. For information or to download an entry form, click here. For further news about the happenings at Ridgewood T.R.A.I.L., check this out, and make plans to attend this special event!
One more event - September 13 & 14 popular Dressage clinician Jec Ballou returns to Lake County. Jec is an outstanding instructor, working with all kinds of horses and riders. This clinic usually is full with a waiting list, but at this very busy time of the year there are actually openings for a few more riders. For more information about Jec see her website, and for more information about the clinic or to sign up, contact coordinator Kate Schmidt-Hopper.
Enjoy the last of summer, and the first of Fall – and don’t forget to come into Rainbow with your Equine Senior Coupon before September 7!
Happy Trails!
