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MEETING NOTICE
When: April 12, 2008, 2:00 PM ***Change in day, time and location!! This event only****
Where: 744 Peck Rd, Spencerport
Topic: Wheel greasing and harness fitting. Do not bring your vehicle, this is just a demo

Wheel Greasing and Harness Fitting Demo
Don and Bob will be demonstrating wheel greasing and harness fitting on April 12, 2:00 pm at 744 Peck Rd, Spencerport. Do not bring your vehicle, this is just a demo.

Driving Clinic
You should have received a mailing from Michelle about the driving clinic. Jeffrey Kohler will be the driving clinician on May 3 and 4. $50 for a 50 minute lesson. This is a really great opportunity. Lunch will be supplied. Contact Michelle if you have any questions.

NDS June Show
The NDS show is on June 1 with Karen Kabic as the judge. Sue and Cheryl are co-chairing. If you are not planning to show that day and would like to volunteer for the activities that day, contact Sue TheQuiltingParlor@Yahoo.com

Tidbits and other upcoming events
April 9th meeting cancelled. Replaced by Wheel greasing and harness fitting demo.

Audrey is helping the executive committee establish the club for Not For Profit status, should cost the club about $500. The executive committee is also working on a plan to incorporate the club.

Thanks to Catherine and Joanna of Lollipop Farm. They came to the last meeting and gave a very interesting talk on what the plan is for the near future of improving their barn for the event of taking in more rescue horses.

Discussion continues about developing a policy for making donations. The executive committee would like members to contact them regarding any opinion or idea for this policy. You should have received a questionnaire from Laurie. Please fill it out and return it – even if you do not have a strong opinion on the matter.

Jerry Hulse brought 2 boxes of horse treats to be raffled off at the meeting, $15 was raised and donated to the treasury.

Visit out website at www.NorthamptonDrivingSociety.org for all the latest calendar events, items for sale and pictures!

Thanks to everyone for the extra input to the newsletter! It really makes it more fun!

Free EquineMassage Clinic! Sponsored by the GVRDC
New date April 5th
Learn all about equine massage. Health and Wellness Massage - Designed to generally balance muscles and enhance circulation and immune system function for any individual. Massage for Ageing - A gentle touch which passes on the feeling of caring but also increases circulation to the tissues, increasing tone and flexibility. Lymph Drainage - A subtle technique which aids in the stimulation of the functioning of the immune and parasympathetic nervous systems. Joint Movements and Stretching - The gentle stretching of the muscles and tissues attached to the joint for increased range of motion. Fascia Release -The gentle release and stretching of the connective tissue that wraps and binds all parts of the body. This helps to increase freedom of movement. Pre-Event Massage -A sports massage which is quick, non-invasive, light and prepares the tissues for competition. Post-Event Massage - A sports massage characterized by tissue cleansing techniques which reduce toxins and therefore, discomfort after competition. Jennifer is a certified and insured Level 2 Equine Massage Therapist and Reiki Practioner. Jennifer has been a NYS Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator since 2003 and is continuing her education through the Veterinary Technician Program at Medaille College. She is also a member of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP). The holistic approach to the care of animals is her main goal and she encourages the networking of owner, veterinarian, farrier, therapist and trainer. Contact Leslie Brown , leslieb@rochester.rr.com or 749-0995

Buying a Synthetic Harness – Jane
The cheapest harness is made of polypropylene. This will appear shiny while nylon will have a duller appearance.The weave should feel soft. If it feels coarse to you it will feel coarse to your horse.A better quality harness will have extra plies added where necessary to add thickness and durability. All hardware should be stainless, brass or chromed brass. Rust can eat into webbing and weaken it. Holes for buckles should be lined with metal eyelets or heat sealed. The ends of all straps should be heat sealed also. No rough ends should be in a spot to chafe the horse. The saddle should be of appropriate width for your vehicle and has an adequate tree. The breeching, breast collar, and girth should be lined to prevent chafing the skin. The blinkers and crupper should be of suitable material and the bridle should have plenty of adjustments on both sides. The reins can be of different materials such as webbing, webbing with leathers hand parts, coated webbing or even all leather, depending on your preference. If you are not sure if you have vinyl or poly, put a part in your freezer for half an hour. Vinyl will come out stiff and frozen; poly will be cold but supple.

Don't forget - NO meeting April 9. Wheel greasing and harness fitting April 12.