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Thank You Doug and Joan for hosting our meeting. It was really kind of you to open your home to us.
2023 Ride Itinerary
ALL RIDES LEAVE AT 10AM SHARP: Feel free to contact any of the Ride Hosts or trail committee members for questions related to any of the rides.
MAY 26-28 DUFFERIN FOREST/ MANSFIELD Saddle-fit Clinic and Ride for CSC/OTRA
Arrive Friday Evening to set up camp and join friends around the campfire. CSC members are asked to highline and OTRA members can use pen methods. Penny Lane McDonald will be demonstrating her high line method using two trees and no come along winch.
Saturday Morning ride out at 10 for non-saddle fitting people. A survey of riders Friday Evening will determine if lunch will be on the trail or back at camp.
Saddlefitting Clinic will begin at 10:30. 1:00 p.m. ride out for saddle fitting group.
This weekend is looking for volunteers to lead rides.
Non-members welcome but they must follow CSC or OTRA guest rules
Please message Donna Pollard or Ruth Uyll to ask questions or volunteer to be a ride leader.
There is a lot of room for big trailers & highlines and lots of room to be able to turn rigs on a flat surface. Water for horses and porta potty is available. Dogs must be leashed.
A fire pit is available.
Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts.
From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Helmet Rule:
To view all the forest By Laws please go to https://www.dufferincounty.ca/sites/default/files/forest/Forest%20By-Law%20-%20Consolidated%20Version.pdf
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0
-*GPS may say Mulmer*
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close the green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
Host Jeff and Donna Pollard
RSVP Donna Pollard to receive gate code
JUNE
Wiarton Work Weekends
(Please note a Wiarton Work Weekend may be cancelled due to weather concerns)
June 2-4. First Wiarton Work Weekend (Spring Camp)
June 16-18 Second Wiarton Work Weekend (Spring Camp)
June 30- July 3 Third Wiarton Work Weekend (Spring Camp)
July 14-16 Fourth Wiarton Work Weekend (Spring Camp) and Potluck
Be prepared to do some walking to clear trails of rocks and fallen trees.
What to Bring: Pack nippers and saws for clearing trails. Pack hay and water for your horse as well as food and supplies for yourself. Outdoor washroom provided. Parking and overnight camping is across from the 5 Day Ride site. Day starts 9:30-10:00. Please remember that these are Work Weekends.
Who Can Come: Any club member or rider considering joining the club can come check it out and join in the fun of trail cleaning and riding. Learn the trails and consider becoming a trail leader.
For more information and directions contact John Uyl 519-525-6560 or any trail committee member.
August 2 to 6
The Wiarton 5 Day Ride Registration is ready You can access it by clicking here on FORM .
"Please do not send e-transfers until noted here or requested by the treasurer, we are still working on changing the saddle club email address over to the new treasurer"
Members MUST be PRE-REGISTERED to attend this ride. Thank you for your cooperation.
Completed Pre Registration forms can be sent by email or post.
Mail or email your completed form to:
J Gillberry
015449 Grey Bruce Line\RR#3 Chesley ON N0G 1L0
Ride confirmations will be sent via email. If you would like your confirmation sent by post, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your Pre-Registration form.
Payment can be made by eTransfer:
Please REMEMBER:
Rides leave at 10 sharp. If you miss the ride departure find a trail committee member to see what accommodations can be made for you. Do not ride out on your own.
August 18 -20
St. Mary’s
16733 Story Drive
Thorndale, ON
Host Ron Karr ( contact 519-786-6304)
Trail Description: Moderate Challenge with some hills and river crossing.
Pack levelling blocks for trailers.
September 15 -18 Dufferin Forest/Manfield Ride #1
September 22-25 Dufferin Forest/Manfield Ride #2
Host To Be Determined
DUFFERIN FOREST/ MANSFIELD Ride - Lots of room for big trailers & highlines, ride goes rain or shine, dogs must be leashed. Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts.
Helmet Rule:
To view all the forest By Laws please go to https://www.dufferincounty.ca/sites/default/files/forest/Forest%20By-Law%20-%20Consolidated%20Version.pdf
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0 -*GPS may say Mulmer*
From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
Host To Be Announced
RSVP Required to chesleysaddleclub@gmail.com
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER