Circle D Horsemen

GET YOUR CALENDARS UPDATED! Be sure to update your 2021 calendar with all things DISTRICT 4! Here is a list of events, in the next half of 2021. Stay tuned for events made for each show as well, with additional info: Jan 13- General Membership meeting 7 pm ... Feb 10- Board Meeting Circle D Clubhouse 6:15 pm Feb 10- General Membership Meeting- 7 pm Mar 10- General Membership meeting 7 pm March 12- Indoor Work Day- 5:30 pm April 14- General Membership meeting 7 pm April 16- Outside Work Day- 5:00 pm April 25- Gymkhana- SUNDAY May 12- General Membership meeting 7 pm May 15-Gymkhana- SATURDAY May 16- Gymkhana- SUNDAY June 9- General Membership meeting 7 pm June 11- Outside Work Day- 5:00 pm June 13- Gymkhana- SUNDAY June 26-27 -Western Ranch Classic- two day show series

We are sad to announce our year end awards and holiday party have been postponed.

Today is National Day of the Horse. Show us your pictures of your favorite horses and ponies! #nationaldayofthehorseToday is National Day of the Horse. Show us your pictures of your favorite horses and ponies! #nationaldayofthehorse

Big shout out and THANK YOU to Andrew Johnson and Finish Line Horse Products for setting up a booth at our 11/21/20 show and allowing our riders to purchase top of the line horse supplements and products. You rock!

CONGRATULATIONS to our high point winners from our 11/21/20 show: Open pony- Andrea Garcia/Petal 2nd- Dianna Malley/Sage ... AAA- Brynn Mason/ Brandy 2nd- Paisley Gomez/Whiskey AA- Jason Quilici/ Frank 2nd- Melanie Newhouse/Gindii A- Mackenzie Heizer/ Buckwheat 2nd- Marlie Jaegel/ Brandy FC- Christian Amerine/ Boone 2nd- Kathy Kathryn Ashby/ Kalani Our high point winners took home beautiful buck stitched leather headstalls and our second place winners took home heavy duty halters. Thank you to all who came out to ride and enjoy the day and welcome to Circle D Horsemens Association to all of our new members! Our season is officially over however stay tuned for our 2021 show calendar which will be posted in January. Plan on riding and camping with our district in 2021!

If you earned an award last season please read below

Remember our Circle D year end awards season runs October to September and rides are retro 60 days. That means if you want to participate in year end awards this season and you want October shows to count - your entry must be postmarked (both form and payment) by December 10th. forms are available on our Circle D website and our mailing address is PO Box 986, Vacaville, CA 95687.

This Saturday! Come ride with us!

A big congratulations to our 2021 Officers and Board Members! President - Dianna Malley Vice President - Marnie Nessen Secretary- Andrea Garcia... Treasurer - Sara Ogren Board Members: Timmi Lemen Toni DeHerrera Laci Elfers Renee Croog Erika Howard Christie McCune-Kahawaiolaa Cheers to 2021! Let's hope it goes smoothly compared to 2020!

Meeting tonight! 7 pm

We humbly thank you for your service!

Central Coast Riders had to cancel their show this weekend if anyone in this area was planning to attend.

We hope to see you Saturday!

Attention all riders!!! Your worked hard to earn these awards! Make sure you get them delivered!! We have previously posted, but would like to make sure everyon...e knows what your options are!! For the past 2019-2020 season, you have two options: 1 - Have them shipped: Email us at [email protected] and let us know you would like to have your awards shipped. $5 per buckle and $10 per jacket. Checks may be mailed to the State office at PO Box 580 Watsonville CA 95077. These will be sent out after the BOD meeting. 2 - Have a representative pick them up for your at the Fall BOD meeting 11/14/2020. Approved representatives include your District Delegate or a current Director on the State Board. You will need to email us with the name of the representative you have discussed picking up your awards with. Please confirm they are attending the meeting. Please email the state office to let us know what method you are choosing. ** FOR BOD MEETING PICK UP: REQUESTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 11TH AT 5:00PM TO BE PACKED TO DELIVER TO A REPRESENTATIVE** If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to message us or email us!!

Remember elections are still open until Monday November 8th. If you wish to nominate anyone please let our secretary know. Nominations have to be accepted or declined by Monday evening.Remember elections are still open until Monday November 8th. If you wish to nominate anyone please let our secretary know. Nominations have to be accepted or declined by Monday evening.

Happy birthday Barbara Campbell Stocking - thank you for sponsoring our show today!

Come ride tomorrow!

CGA members please help pass the word. You can still order photos from Jack Upton Photography. Let's bring Jack Back Campaign!

Remember we have a meeting this Wednesday, make plans to be there.

Circle D Horsemen’s Association, Inc. is seeking sponsors for our upcoming Run for the Cure Gymkhana to benefit The Pink Heals Solano Foundation and Pink Lemonade, Fighting Cancer Together. Sponsor names will be announced throughout the show. They will also be displayed on our promotional flyers and on our results sheets both hardcopy and on our Facebook Page. If you have a banner we would also be happy to display it during the event. Please let us know as soon as possible ...if you are able to sponsor. The event this year will be Saturday October 10th (weather permitting) in Vacaville, CA. Sponsorship Levels: _____Gold Level Sponsor (Buckle Sponsor): $125.00 _____Silver Level Sponsor (Award Sponsor): $75.00 Our club is a 501 ( c ) (3) Corporation Once our sponsorship goal is reached, any additional funds will be donated to the Solano Pink Heals Foundation and Pink Lemonade.

October 1st marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As you may know Circle D’s annual Run for the Cure is scheduled to take place Saturday October 10th. This year the proceeds will be split between Pink Heals Solano and Pink Lemonade both local non-profit organizations that help folks battling cancer. We are having a raffle the day of the event and are asking each member to help by contributing to the raffle. You can either purchase/make an item to donate yoursel...f or ask those in your community to donate. Have you ever purchased from friend that sells Tupperware, Scentsy, essential oils or anything of that nature? Now is the time to reach out and ask them if they can help by donating an item to our raffle You can bring the items the day of the event or contact Marnie Nessen ([email protected]) to arrange drop off at the club house ahead of time. Thank you in advance for helping to make this event a continued success!

Hey all! One of our members made it to the last round to win a $4000 saddle and could really use your help! All you have to do is click on the photo below and like the original (liking this post will not count) and then hit share! Share up to 7 times to give me a maximum of 8 points per person. To vote: Tap on the photo to take you to the Leanin Pole Arena - Windy Wire post Please "Like" and "Share" the original picture! Each "Like" or "Share" will count as 1 vote! (7 shares... max per person) Picture with the most votes at 12:00 pm MT, Monday (9/28) will win a $4,000 Custom Saddle! Thanks in advance! See more

Remember officer/board nominations are open until November 9th. All positions will be open for election. Submit nominations to [email protected].

2 buckles - 2 days! Run For the Cure - Breast Cancer Fundraiser will be October 10th and the One Day Buckle Show - Sunday October 11th show sponsored by Tony's Landscaping has been rescheduled for Sunday October 11th. Dry camping is free so bring your horse panels and stay the weekend!

It’s a beautiful day to ride!

Please note there will be no snack bar on site however there is fast food approx 3 miles away, in Vacaville.

Please keep in mind sign ups start at 7 am and even starts at 8 am.

Our show is a go this weekend - We know that everyone is different and some may fall in the sensetive group - you can monitor the air quality by going to airnow.gov to determine if the conditions are safe for you and your horse to complete.

Due to the Northern California fires and air quality conditions, we’ll be postponing the show this Saturday September 12th, with new show date to be determined. Please share this info with anyone who may have been planning on attending. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Remember our meeting is tonight. If you are able - bring an appetizer to share and come between 6:30 and 7:00 to visit and eat before the meeting starts.

Elections!! Nominations will be open until Monday November 9th. All positions will be open for election (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and Board Members). You can nominate an individual in person at the upcoming membership meeting September 9th or by emailing [email protected]. All nominations need to be accepted or declined by 7:00 pm November 9th (48 hours prior to election) ** please do not nominate folks in the "comments" section of this post.

Great news - the $25 late fee has been removed. If you were waiting until the last minute to decide to go - it won’t cost any extra!

Circle D has collected some donated items for folks affected by the recent fires. If you or someone close to you was affected please let us know - we’d love to help if we can. We have some non perishable items, toiletries, bottled water - things of that nature.

In case you didn't get your entry in the mail yet, the deadline for pre-entry has been extended to this Friday August 28th. Get them in the mail and save $25!

The buckles have arrived for our September 12th Gymkhana sponsored by Tony’s Landscaping! Aren’t they awesome?

Good information!

We need your help! There are a few Circle D Horsemen club members and friends who have lost their homes due to the fires in Solano County and surrounding areas. Our club has organized a donation drive to try to assist with basic, urgent needs, to get these families through this tough time. If you are able to donate, we’re looking for the following items: Water- bottled water, cases, bulk if possible. ... Gift cards- anything helps. Groceries, gas, visa credit, literally any type. Non-perishable items- food, toiletries, basic necessities. Cash- Venmo, PayPal, cash accepted. At this time we don’t have info for clothing needs or specific sizing. If you’d like to donate, please contact Andii Rae via Facebook, messenger or text 707-410-6317. We will be arranging pick up or drop off locations. *please note all collected items will be used to donate to persons effected by the fires or donated to local fire rescue efforts, if necessary. Thank you all!

Both shows this weekend are canceled as our community works through the fire devastation. If you are in need of assistance please reach out. We are here for you!

Circle D is rejuvenating our committees! We are looking for folks to get involved. These are a few committees looking for leaders and members. If you don’t see a committee you feel is needed - well let us know and gather a group to get it rolling! The committees so far are: * Gymkhana... * Trail riding * Activities and Events * Junior committee * Guest Speakers * Sunshine * Fundraising See more

In an effort to help everyone plan out the remainder of 2020, here are the remaining events at a glance: August 22 and 23 - A weekend of shows - each show is Independent (it is not a two day series) September 9 - Membership meeting at the clubhouse (outside) September 12 - Buckle Show sponsored by Tony's Landscaping... September 19 and 20 - Murillo Classic two day series October 10 - Run for the Cure Fundraising show October 24 - Halloween Show November 11 - Membership meeting / voting of new officers and board will occur at this meeting November 14 - 1 day show weather permitting sponsored by the Nessen Family November 21 - 1 day show weather permitting December 12 - Holiday Party and Year End Awards Presentation See more

Let’s all start crossing fingers this heatwave will be over before next weekend!! We will start both days at 8 am!

Remember Circle D/D4 Year End Awards end September 30th, 2020. You must compete in at least 35 events to qualify. We still have 5 shows before the season ends and rides are retro 60 days so there is still plenty of time to sign up and qualify for year end awards!! A link to the Year End Award entry form is in the comments. Here is the list of folks currently participating in our Year End Awards prograom for the 2019/2020 season. If you think your name should be on the list let me know!

https://thehorse.com/117663/10-hot-weather-horse-care-tips/ We've got some warm days ahead!

Remember our membership meeting is tomorrow night. We have some exciting things to discuss to re-energize our club for 2021! Come on down and be part of something exciting!

It is almost time to elect new officers and board members. Nominations will open up September/October. Please consider filling a position. It is the best way to be informed and keep our club moving forward. We typcially meet every other month and the clubhouse. Reach out to any current board member if you have questions.

If you enjoyed our western ranch classic and especially if you were fortunate enough to win something it would be awesome if you could take a moment and drop a thank you card in the mail to Western Ranch in Vacaville for sponsoring the event. Western Ranch 103 Aegean Way Vacaville, CA 95687

Woohoo Buckles! Thank you Tony’s Landscaping!!

Here is another district running a show this weekend on Sunday

If you are chasing times - this is the last weekend of the current CGA Season.

Northern Update - see below

Reminder: if you are willing to manage the August 1 play date we do need to know by tomorrow otherwise the event will be canceled or postponed.

Calling all Circle D Members: the usual suspects that would typically manage the play day event are unavailable August 1st. Before we discussed postponing or canceling we wanted to reach out to our membership and see if there was anyone that would be interested in managing this event. That would mean preparing for the event, ensuring the ground is ready scheduling the days events and workers etc. If you are interested in being the play day manager please let us know by Sunday, July 19. Several of us will be at the clubhouse this weekend for a Saturday and Sunday gymkhana so if you have questions that would be a good time to ask.

Social distancing will still be in affect at this weekends shows. That means the clubhouse will be closed with the exception of bathroom use. We will have no food or beverages for sale so plan ahead and bring your snacks and water. Awards will be held outside in the shade and we ask that you avoid congregating in the bleachers in large groups. It’s predicted to be very warm so please plan accordingly!

Tonight is the night

Our first membership meeting in quite some time is finally happening next Wednesday July 8th at 7:00 pm at Circle D (5250 Griffin Road). The meeting will be held outside to promote social distancing and avoid having to require masks so please make sure you bring your lawn chair and join us. Over the past year or so attendance at our membership meetings and work days have seen a decline. I would like to encourage everyone to get involved and pitch in so we can continue to offer the same membership benefits and low membership cost. Membership meetings are held every other month on the second Wednesday at 7 PM. It is the best way to stay involved and informed and get to know your fellow club members. Thanks and hope to see everyone next Wednesday evening!

Thanks for the photos Barb!

Parking lot is full! #WesternRanchClassic

Thank you Western Ranch & Pet Supply for sponsoring our weekend of shows! Let’s get this party started!

If you are arriving tomorrow see below ...

Here are the entry forms for this weekends Western Ranch Classic- 2 day show series!