Metropolitan Horsemen's Association

Board Member @mnelson1959 delivers the nomnom! Feast your eyes on the horse cookies her husband Mark makes for their pony, Spats. Recipe included. Happy Baking! Share your horse treat recipes! #MHAHorseCookieBakeoff

We support you all the way, go get it, Esperanza

Saturday is for #barnfriends. Whether you share an aisle or meet up for special occasions (horse shows, trail riding excursions, etc.)-can we just take a second to appreciate our fellow horsefolk? Have a #barnbestie near or far? Tag them here and show them some LOVE!

Today is the final day of our SPRING MEMBERSHIP DRIVE! Now to forward trot into #ReasonNo7 to become a member of The Metropolitan Horsemen’s Association... With community outreach and volunteer days dedicated to trail and arena preservation, MHA encourages all members to get know their local Bay Area equestrian community and sibling organizations while doingsome good and giving back. . Whether you've been riding at a local barn for years, looking to open up your equestrian circle of friends, or you’re equestrian-curious and just starting out, MHA welcomes and encourages everyone to #JoinMHAToday to (re)connect with the community!

MHA’s Hunter/ Jumper Schooling Show is coming up on June 13th at Sequoia Arena! Pre-entries are due by Friday, June 11th. Swipe to view the premium. . A few call-outs: * On Saturday, June 12th between 11:00a and 2:00p, members can practice the course and Ken DeMaiffe, our course designer and #CavalettiSunday clinician, will be on-hand to coach. The dressage court will be open too. * Sequoia Arena is open to members everyday! Come out to practice. We have beautiful new jumps!... * B.Y.O.B. : We provide water, but bring your own buckets and please don’t share. #biosecurity * High point rider, division champion, lead line classwe will have some fantastic prizes for our winning competitors! . As rider entries roll-in, spectators you can mark your calendars too. Our horse shows are fun for the entire family! #MHAHorseShows #MHAHunterJumpers www.mhaoakland.org See more

Member highlight: Brianna Noble bringing hope, joy, and inclusion to at-risk communities through her horse programs.

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VOTE!!!! Such a great video. Shout out to our member Brianna Noble! http://youtu.be/n-p0d4URc_4

FRESNO COUNTY HORSE PARK OFFICIAL STATEMENT John Marshall, the organizer of Fresno County Horse Park, has notified the Area VI council that 2020 will be his f...inal year. Fresno County Horse Park is a vital part of Area VI Eventing, offering events for all levels as well as schooling and clinic opportunities and the best cross country footing in Area VI. John has gone far above and beyond his role of organizer since taking control of the venue in 2012, and we owe him a tremendous thank you for all he has done for this venue and our sport as a whole! In 2012 Bill and Margaret Burton announced they were going to close what was then known as Ram Tap. In order to keep Ram Tap open, John purchased Bill’s equipment and took over the land rental agreements and has operated it since that time. John’s hope is that someone will purchase his equipment and improvements, take over the land rental agreements for approximately 140 acres, and continue operating the Horse Park. If someone doesn’t take it over by the first of the year John plans to offer the vehicles, equipment, 3 barns, and jumps for sale to be sold off individually. The loss of Fresno County Horse Park to Area VI would be monumental. We ask that any interested parties please contact John Marshall for information. . . . #Areavi #areavieventing #areavieventers #announcement #fchp #fresnocountyhorsepark

Happy Indigenous Peoples Day

Due to weeks of unhealthy air, we are following UC Davis guidelines and rescheduling our Fall Dressage Schooling Show to October 18th. This will allow horses to #recuperate and get back to work. Riders are welcome to trailer in and practice on the court before the show, members only on non show days. For the page: Due to weeks of unhealthy air, we are following UC Davis guidelines and rescheduling our Fall Dressage Schooling Show to October 18th. This will allow horses to recuperate and get back to work. Riders are welcome to trailer in and practice on the court before the show, members only on non show days. @mha_east_bay #eastbayequinelife #horseshowlife #nomoresparetheairdays #freshairclub #horseclub #supportyourlocalhorseshow

MHA sends a big THANK YOU to architect Peter Birkholz and his talented daughter Willow. They have painstakingly restored the antique sign on the historic MHA clubhouse, donating the labor and materials

Here is an excellent opportunity to try Cowboy Dressage World Cowboy Dressage (CD) as an introductory session or if you need to refine elements for the upcoming gathering and finals all levels are welcome. Susan Dockter will be teaching a three clinic series on 9/19, 10/17 and 11/14 at Sequoia Arena. This will be followed by MHA’s annual Fall dressage schooling show Sunday September 20th offering CD and Eventing classes on the short court in the morning and USDF classes on the standard court in the afternoon. Entries close Wednesday, September 16th so get your entries in! The court will stay up following the show by request. We also have a Soloshot video camera available for those wanting to record tests for training or virtual showing. www.mhaoakland.org @cowboydressageworldevents @aliiavalonn

The arena is all watered and dragged for this weekend. The course is still up. Members come out and do some practice away from home. If interested in coming out to ride email [email protected] and let us know #MHA

Schooling Dressage Show #seeyouinthesaddle #covidrulesandregulations #horseskeepushealthy @mha_east_bay is here for you

ARE YOU PREPARED FOR AN EQUINE EMERGENCY? Preparation is vital when confronted with a medical emergency. No matter the situation you may face, mentally rehearse... the steps you will take to avoid letting panic take control. Following these guidelines may help you prepare for an equine emergency: 1. Keep your veterinarian’s number in your phone, including how the practitioner can be reached after hours. 2. Consult with your regular veterinarian regarding a back-up or referring veterinarian’s number in case you cannot reach your regular veterinarian quickly enough. 3. Know in advance the most direct route to an equine surgery center in case you need to transport the horse. 4. Store the names and phone numbers of nearby friends and neighbors who can assist you in an emergency while you wait for the veterinarian. 5. Prepare a first aid kit (see graphic for a short list of essential items) and store it in a clean, dry, readily accessible place. Make sure that family members and other barn users know where the kit is. Also keep a first aid kit in your horse trailer or towing vehicle, and a pared-down version to carry on the trail. Many accidents can be prevented by taking the time to evaluate your horse’s environment and removing potential hazards. Mentally rehearse your emergency action plan. In an emergency, time is critical. Don’t be concerned with overreacting or annoying your veterinarian. By acting quickly and promptly, you can minimize the consequences of an injury or illness. For more information about emergency care, ask your equine veterinarian or visit aaep.org.

Arena is ready! Let’s Ride

Cavaletti Sunday resumes with Ken DeMaiffe Sunday mornings, weather permitting at Sequoia Arena at 10 am - noon beginning this Sunday July, 12th The benefits of cavaletti are many, no matter what discipline you ride, such as core strength, rhythm and suppleness. Please RSVP to [email protected] so we can get a head count -- $20 for members; $25 for non-members. Please share.