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I live in the Bay area, and keen to have my sister from abroad come visit, and experience a little of America. She is in her late 30's and runs her own stable and riding school (of 15 years) in SA, teaching English and Centered riding. Her working experience is all detailed - breeding, stable management, training, teaching, health, working with Ryki students and well reputed in her town. Her dream is to ride all day and never see a fence. Looking for a way for her to see/experience and taste the American equestrian world for 1-3 months approx this year. She travels with her toddler child, but will have me to fall back on for help. Will deliver skilled equestrian workmanship in exchange for a real/sensible adventure and chance to experience equestrian America. This is a serious request, no freeloading/chancers! Contact Michelle at whitehousehold@yahoo.com   livermore. 1/21

Need Horse Trailer Parking in Marin - If you have a space I can rent to park a two horse trailer, just about anywhere in Marin County, or know someone who does, please let me know. You can call Paige at (415)458-8776, or email. Thanks!! phnelson@msn.com  San Anselmo. 1/21

*STOLEN PASO MARE* Older chestnut paso mare with a blaze and slight limp in left hind. Mare is broke but a little skittish around strangers. Was stolen out of paddock off Merced Ave in Santa Rosa early a.m. Friday night. If you have any information please contact me or the Sonoma County Sheriff department. pepper@northernexposurecards.com  Santa Rosa. 1/19

Presidio YMCA Needs To Partner With Equestrian Riding School This Summer....I am on an advisory committee to the Presidio YMCA (the "Y") Summer Specialty Camps and Youth Sports Programs (see  www.ymcasf.org/Presidio/camping.html#Summer_Day_Camp)..  I am a volunteer trying to seek referrals and information for Kristen Dambrowski the Camp Director so that we may find a new stable/equestrian school that can provide equestrian riding and care lessons this summer. The Y would contract and underwrite the expenses for the camp with the stable/school that can provide these services and staff. Kristen can provide greater detail as to what the Y is seeking in order to partner and provide the best Equestrian Specialty Camp. This Specialty Camp is well attended and often the first exposure many SF Youth have to riding, bay area trails and equestrian care. We would be remiss if we did not continue to offer this valuable and important camp to our summer day campers. Please contact Kristen or myself if you can refer any stable/equestrian stable/school manager that maybe able to assist us in providing a great Specialty Camp option for the children that may participate in this program. Kristen Dambrowski, Camp Director, 415.447.9692, kdambrowski@ymcasf.org. Thank you for considering our request. 1/19

We on the central coast need help . And I don't mean because of our recent and deadly earthquake. But our superintendent of the state parks  has ordered various local parks closed to horses. I don't' believe he has gone through what I though were necessary environmental impact studies to justify them, these signs just went up the last 5 days, and the local rangers in charge didn't even know about it! He had some ecologist do it!! If you know where to direct us, for help, please let us know as soon as possible. Thank you. mrsswiss@webtv.net . 1/19

Are there other handicapped equestrians who have their own horses? I am very interested in forming a food purchasing cooperative that would also advocate animal feed and services discounts for low income, handicapped and therapy/service animal owners. My experience is that "owning" a therapy animal of whatever type is an activity which is of great physical and mental benefit, and I would like to aid others persons in the same position as myself. Please contact me with your ideas. I would hope eventually that a multi-feed company would be willing to issue coupons to service/therapy animal owners, and perhaps that is one end to which our efforts can be directed. I hope also that local feed vendors, including hay vendors, might be willing to discount for therapy/service horse owners as well as for therapeutic riding programs. http://pwp.value.net/penomee/penomee.html  penomee@value.net  Chico. 1/19

Anyone know about using brewers yeast to help a horse gain weight? I have a middle aged tb mare that needs to gain a lot. She is free fed grass and alfalfa hay, gets strategy, senior, rice bran, and alfalfa pellets and red cell already. robynshorseplay@yahoo.com  petaluma. 1/19

Looking for someone in West Petaluma with a small horse trailer who would like to allow me to use or rent it on occasion. Someone on Skillman Ln or close by would be perfect. Wouldn't be taking it farther than a couple miles at the most. kathi_hammond@yahoo.com  Petaluma. 1/19

Volunteer Horse Adoption Coordinators are needed by United Animal Nations, a national animal advocacy and rescue organization based in Sacramento, California to assist in placing PMU displaced Mares and Foals. All Horse Adoption Coordinator volunteer training classes take place at the UAN Headquarters in Sacramento. Horse Adoption Coordinators interview the applicants by phone, check references, and more! These volunteers are vital to the process of finding good homes for the horses. No horse experience is required. Enthusiasm, good phone skills, and the ability to take notes is necessary. Please share this volunteer opportunity with others! Great opportunity for students, seniors, and animal lovers of all ages! PLEASE SEE THE PDF DOCUMENT FOR SPECIFIC DETAILS AND CONTACT INFORMATION. Thank you in advance for your caring and compassion for these horses and this cause!  1/17

Dr. Ommert DVM, one of the most renowned veterinarians in the world, a  long-time supporter of Friends of Rodeo, and former resident of Oakland, California. passed away on January 2, 2004. His obituary has been posted here in PDF format. 1/17

Looking for QH Super Prime Time, 1984 gelding. Last known owner was Lisa DeVito of Walnut Creek, but she hasn't responded to my messages. His barn name might have been Talbot, he was formerly owned by Catherine Corfee in the Sacramento area. Sorrel with 4 white socks. Probably shown in hunter classes. If you know where he is, please e-mail me at bevjaime@ecis.com.  Oakley. 1/17

HELP! My horse has been in the pasture for about two weeks, he now has mesquito bite size lumps all over his back legs, they are not bites, and they dont hurt him. They suddenly appeared, over night, not there at night there in the after noon It does not affect his riding or movement, he is not lame, I just want to know if this is common/ and/or what is happening to my horses legs!! and info wanted please help!!! horsebiz123@yahoo.com  Palo Alto. 1/17

Desperately seeking pasture. The pasture in Calistoga that my three horses currently live in has been sold and all the boarders have been asked to move. I am seeking pasture in or around Napa county. I am willing to travel as far as Santa Rosa at this point but money is my main issue.I can't afford $900 a month board for the three. If no arena,just a field for now would be great.If you have anything like this and want to make some money for an empty field, please email me or call 707-963-2804 ps. we don't mind cows in the same pasture... agliserchic@hotmail.com  St Helena. 1/17

I am looking for a jumping instructor in the bay area. Contact Becca for more information. riffer_raff05@yahoomail.com  walnut creek. 1/17

Hi I am looking for some people to trail ride with me. I trail ride at TN Valley to Pelican Inn and back always a different route, Bear Valley and Five brooks to Olema farmhouse for a lunch stop then back. Sam Taylor Park,Pt Reyes area , Inverness, Bay trail to the town of Inverness and lunch break at The Grey whale,Mt. Burdell and Limatour beach . I would like someone who is a mature adult, has their own horse ia an intermediate /experienced rider and the horse is in trail SHAPE and can do the mileage .The person or person's would have to be a morning person ready to ride at 10:00AM because these rides last all day.A plus would be if they had their own rig but not essential and is an on time person. There would be walking, slow trotting to fast trot to canter. The scenery is gorgeous and the rides are wonderful. I am very flexible on the weekends ,I am not available during the week to ride at this time. let me know if any of this sounds like a situation that would work for you. Happy trails! firehorse95@sbcglobal.net  Novato. 1/17

Stolen Hermes Saddle: Have you seen my 35-year-old flat close contact Hermes jumping saddle? It was 16 1/2 or 17 inches, light "hermes" brown, with a slight rip in the leather at the pommel, horse teeth marks at the bridge of the seat and a distinctive light=colored water mark in the seat area. Some of the stitching on the undeside had come apart, as well. It was a gift to me years ago from grandparents and has served me well...now it's gone. Please contact me if you've seen it! drachkovit@aol.com  valley village. 1/14 

Hi! I was wondering if anyone had any good recommendations for dressage lessons in the bay area. If you do, please email me cruiser4evea@aol.com.  Thanks!  pleasant hill. 1/14

Needed: Overnight Ride for Wedding Proposal. I have been looking for a special overnight ride to propose to my girlfriend. We just moved out here from Oklahoma and she really misses her horse. She is an experienced rider and I'd rather not go to one of the kiddie camps... I've looked up horseback riding in the bay area, but I haven't been impressed by the "stables" I've seen so far. I am more interested in the riding than a nice hot tub. Anyone have a suggestion? I am flexible and willing to pay a reasonable fee. Many thanks, Eric erk1313@hotmail.com  Campbell. 1/14

I have been looking for a horse I used to own....He went by VAL but his reg. name was VDF Valtana. 15 h Bay arab Gelding. I just want to know he's OK...He's probably an old man by now.... Thank you, Renae paintmetoo@aol.com  Walnut Creek. 1/14

hi, i am looking for my very first childhood horse. "colorado" is about 12 years old now, arab/qh mare. she is sorrel with 3 whits socks and a little white on her left back leg. she has a distinct blaze with a "blue dot" on her nose. she was last sold in alveso, i just want to know where she is and how she is doing. please contact me with any information you may have, thank you!! purtiranchand@aol.com  san jose. 1/14

RIDING PARTNERS: I have had notices at the local feed stores and in club newsletters. I helped instigate a “Connecting With Riding Partners” page on the local club’s website. I’ve had notices on BAEN. The local clubs just don’t have enough rides to justify horse ownership! Granted, the “bad apples” have spoiled the crop so the “worker bees” are burnt-out & runnin’ scared for the nasty words “insurance, liability, releases”. I used to ride NATRC. I also ride side-saddle and Western Pleasure. But, at this point in my life, I just want to safe-n-sane, sensibly enjoy the trails and riding companion(s). It has been harder than Hell to try as I might to find like-minded riding companions. I have responded to other notices, but alas I’m afraid a lot of people throw their notices (or responses) out as a spur of the moment thing, then forget that they did, then never check their emails and/or give the “fickle finger of non-response”. I am 5th generation native Santa Cruz and life-long horse person, so I knew riding in this area in The Goo’ Ol’ Days. In desperation, I would very much appreciate hearing from serious local pleasure trail riders!  mamiller@cruzio.com  Soquel. 1/14

NEW TO EL SOBRANTE - any mature riders want to hook up and meet at Point Pinole or Wildcar occasionally for leisurely trail rides? Write Tina at evilmommytina@aol.com.  Thanks! Have a smaller two horse trailer... so I can pick you/horse up and share expenses for fuel.   El Sobrante. 1/14

NEW TO EL SOBRANTE - and looking for an affordable NICE stable to board my older quarter horse gelding at...any suggestions? I am looking for semi-to-full care. evilmommytina@aol.com   El Sobrante. 1/14

Hi everyone, i wanted to announce that my horse group "California Horses" is planning a camping trip sometime in june at the montana de oro national park near San Luis Obisbo. If anyone would like to go, please join my group, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CaliforniaHorses/ thank you, Dana luvmytrakehner@aol.com  vacaville. 1/14

The Draft Environmental Impact Report for the N Livermore Intensive Ag Program is available and the 45 day public review period is open. The public review period is Jan 8 to Feb 23. There should be a copy at the libraries. It would also be available from the County Planning Department, 224 W Winton Ave, Rm 111, Hayward, 510.670-5400. Oral comments may be made at a Public Hearing at the Planning Commission, Feb 2, 6pm at 224 W Winton Ave, Rm 160. Written comments go to Sandi Rivera, Assistant Planning Director, Alameda County Community Development Agency, 224 W Winton Ave, Rm 111, Hayward, 94544. One of the major amendments to East County Area Plan with Measure D included provisions for a density bonus/cultivated agriculture program in N Livermore, provided findings could be made as to availability of irrigation water, the economic viability of the program, and that "cultivation and irrigation will not cause significant harm to groundwater, soil, biota or other environmental qualities." The purpose of the report is to provide an analysis of potential physical impacts, as per CEQA. Additional work will be necessary to determine the economic viability of cultivated agriculture in N Livermore, and the adequacy of a safe and sustainable supply of water to support cultivated agriculture and other uses. 1/13

The applications for NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) are due Jan 30 at the Partnership Office, 1996 Holmes St, Livermore. For information and application, contact Cori Calvert at 925.371-0154 x 121. EQIP is a voluntary cost-sharing and technical assistance program. to help ag production and as well as environmental quality. Practices can include: improving rangeland health and wildlife through riparian area and interior fencing, water development, installing water-conserving irrigation systems. There are funds to reduce soil erosion and agricultural water runoff, improve air quality, reduce the use of chemical pesticides and enhance wiildlife habitat. Eligible structural and vegetative practices can be cost-shared up to 50% and management conservation practices up to 100%. Beginning farmers/ranchers may qualify for 75%. Please share this information with your neighbors who may be interested in partnering with NRCS to do some projects. 1/13

SPONSORS NEEDED: My drill team, Amigos De Anza is looking for sponsors to help us to be able to compete this season. We are based in Walnut Creek and have competed at the Grand National Rodeo Twice. We will display your company's name and logo, bussiness cards and the like wherever we go! Please E-mail me for more info: phsyclone2000@yahoo.com  Piedmont. 1/13

Hunter/jumper trainer recommendations for San Ramon/Danville area? I'm looking for a good h/j trainer in the San Ramon area. I would like a trainer that does do the A circuit. A friend suggested Diane Yaeger, but i can't find a phone number anywhere. Any other suggestions? slurpees4ever@yahoo.com  danville. 1/13

A friend of mine has a niece in Colorado that just lost her brand new horse. This is a horse crazy 15 year old girl that had been borrowing horses until she was able to save up and buy her own horse. She had the horse 15 days, rode it 13 times........and it died of unknown causes. This just struck me as so sad....perhaps there's someone that has a horse that needs a new home.......we will help with any shipping charges. She lives in Golden, CO. Just a thought. Jane http://www.horsehauling.com  contact@horsehauling.com  Anderson. 1/13

My daughter goes to school in San Diego. Because of his age, 22 at the time, she left her best friend, our quarter horse, at home with mom. After a couple of years away, she now needs to ride when she is at school! She has shown English and Western,and is a very accomplished rider. Does anyone have experience with a barn in the San Diego area where she could ride, learn cutting, be around horses? She could just walk into a barn there, but we would like a recommendation if possible. Thanks for any help. dajordy3@aol.com  san jose. 1/13

From Kari Ann Owen, therapeutic horseback riding teacher and handicapped rider, Chico, CA, penomee@value.net: Please contact me if you are the author of the following message. I am  so deeply grateful beyond words, and for over 24 hours have tried to contact you but received no response. Thank you. Original message: "I saw your ad in bayequest looking for used saddles.  Here's what I have:  A used Crosby corinthian close contact saddle, no knee rolls.  I can't tell what size it is, but I got it when I was 13 (and was shorter and smaller) and used it until the last few months (I'm 5ft 4inches, normal weight, 32 yrs old, so it's lasted a long time), and I am guessing its a 16 inch.  Besides use, there's nothing particularly wrong with it.  It's free to a needed home, along with a gel foam pad (black).  Reply if interested.  I'm in Sacramento." 1/11

Pony driving shows in Bay Area? I would love to see driving shows for small ponies or minis, whether pleasure, marathon, dressage... I have a Shetland who will show next year and would like to see what's out there. Thanks for any info! epona1971@aol.com  San Mateo. 1/11

Help, 10yr mare used to be good about going into a trailer now refuses to go in. Nothing has changed always rode in trailer by herself or in the 2nd stall. Did bring home new 3yr old filly. I noticed this all stared when she arrived home, any ideas on what is going on, clueless.. picsjordan@yahoo.com  Grass Valley. 1/11

We are looking for an "equine photographer" in the vicinity of Santa Cruz County. We'd appreciate any information or referrals. Please contact us at eurotrav@cruzio.com  watsonville. 1/11

Riding for LARGE folks in the South Bay? Older woman, early 40's, who took Western riding in late teens would like to try trail riding and/or lessons, but weighs in high 200's. Know a stable with chunk or draft crosses who caters to big folks? strata@virtual.net  San Jose. 1/11

I am looking for a local drill team to join. I have my own arabian horse who I am able to use, and she is flag broke, and does all three gaits nicely. I am 17 years old... Please help me find a fun drill team to join. acowgirlsmoon@yahoo.com  Walnut Creek. 1/11

3-day event and dressage barn in Wilton, is looking for a dressage clinician to come in once or twice monthly for clinics. We need to improve our dressage scores! Must be willing to work with all ages, from 12 and up, and with all levels, from BN (training level) up to advanced. riverglade@hotmail.com   Wilton. 1/11

DRESSAGE LESSONS WANTED! 14 year old Walnut Creek-area rider w/ own horse seeks local,experienced dressage instructor. Call Jim Townsend at 925-827-4376 jtown@comcast.net  Pleasant Hill. 1/11

May 1, Entry deadline for CSHA Region 4 Royalty Program. Boy and Girls age 5 to 17, riding, speech, interview and written test. Fun for all, nice awards. cowpig5150@yahoo.com  Central Valley and Motherlode. 1/8

LOOKING FOR A flag carrier !!!!the Diablo Ladies Drill team is looking for a confident rider that will be presenting our American Flag to rodeo crowds as part of our performance. We are a rodeo performance drill team and travel through out Northern Calif. to various rodeos. WE need someone that can handle their horse at a lope and full on gallup while carrying the American Flag. You will be a focal point in our performances! If you would like to become a part of a great team and be the center of attention more or less, are over 18, have horse transportation, own or lease a horse please contact Margaret 925-443-8619 or email mobrien134@aol.com www.angelfire.com/dc/diablo_drill  mobrien134@aol.com  Livermore. 1/8

NEED RETIREMENT BOARDING!! I have a 6 year old anglo-arab/QH named Hailey, who was diagnosed with severe arthritis and tibial bone spurs in her bag left leg, and had to be retired from riding. She is also hypothyroid and needs daily feeding of her supplements and low-carb grain. I dont have the heart to put her down, so I am seeking alternate boarding possibilities than where she is at now. Between the cost board and having substitute feeders if I am bogged down late at work, its getting to point of where I just cant afford it Ideally, I would like a place in the bay area region, or within a 100 miles of Palo Alto, because I will be continuing to provide all of her supplements and grain. She requires daily feeding, but it only takes literally about 10-15 minutes. She also cannot be at a place that feeds alfalfa hay, because she will get sick from it. If you have a retirement facility or are looking for a well mannered horse as a pasture mate, please contact me. She has excellent ground manners. I need something in the range of less than or equal to $150 a month if possible. Thank you very much. seamystiq1@yahoo.com  Palo Alto. 1/8

Purchase, restoration and a new beginning for Alum Rock Stables - Special thanks to members of the Alum Rock Stables' Steering Committee for your diligence in forwarding information related to our project. Please see our E-News and forward it to persons interested in supporting purchase, restoration and a new beginning for Alum Rock Stables -and…Please become a member of Bay Area Barns and Trails (see our website for membership form) Thanks! phone 415-383-6283. www.bayareabarnsandtrails.org. Mill Valley. 1/6

Papers? Does anyone have any idea how I would get papers for a Hannovarian/Thoroughbred mare I may be buying. The Canadian owner has no papers as he has both her mother and father and did all her breeding - he felt she would always just be a brood mare. Can I register her as an Oldenburg? Thanks! slurpees4ever@yahoo.com  Danville. 1/6

Please help me locate Amir-Deb, aka "Amy". 1/2 Arab 1/2 Qtr. bay mare, last known owner Christine Frank, Gilroy, CA. Amy was 16 years old in 1988. I have not seen or heard of Amy in 14 years. During my brief acquaintance with her, the feeding and brushing of her, there remain good memories. Her owner and I went our separate ways and Amy was lost track of. Even after all these years I have not forgotten Amy and still wonder what became of her. If she is still with us, she would be some 32 years old. It would be wonderful to see her one last time. If not, at least I could learn how she spent her last years. Please call 408-255-3113. Thanks. Saratoga. 1/6

Looking for my childhood horse. Her name is Creme Soda and is an all white appy/quarte(?) with two blue eyes. Last seen at Las Trampas Stables in San Ramon in the summer of 1990. She should be around 20 years old by now. If you have any information on her it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Julie missmyers@earthlink.net  Fremont. 1/6

Insurance? Does anyone have any insurance company suggestions? I want to ship a horse from Eastern Canada to California and need to insure the horse for the long haul. Any ideas would be great. The shippers themselves only insure up to $2000. Thanks! slurpees4ever@yahoo.com  Danville. 1/6

Please help! My horse has been laid up for three months with an abscess that will NOT surface despite soaking, application of icthammol, etc. Can anyone refer me to someone who is experienced in dealing with abscesses, specifically in draining them, and who is willing to travel to the Cupertino area? Any information is greatly appreciated! finalfurlong997@aol.com  San Jose. 1/6

I am looking for a nice place to board my 2 horses in or very near Patterson California. I will be new to the area. I need boxstalls that are bedded with shavings and a covered arena. maranguren@aol.com  Fremont. 1/6

I'm considering relocating from the Bay Area down to San Bernardino or Riverside area. I was wondering if anyone has suggestions on where to look (either online or otherwise) for horse jobs, boarding etc. Is there a Bayequest equivalent for Southern California? Any info would be greatly appreciated. My family lives in Palm Springs, but they are not horse savvy and aren't sure where to look. Thank you! sunrider@surfnetusa.com  Santa Cruz. 1/6  Note to visitors: BAEN is re-launching its sister site Southern California Equestrian Network in early 2004.

HORSE STOLEN ON 1/2/04 - A woman in Nuevo, Ca. had her 21 yr old Quarter horse stallion stolen during the wee hours of the morning on Jan 2, 2004. Gail's is heart broken. She lost her dad in Aug. and now her horse is stolen. Gail was raised with this horse. The horse was an orphan & they raised him on a bottle. She refers to this horse as her "brother". She is desperate to find him. The fence was cut & the horse removed from rear of property led down the dirt road & into a trailer. That's all they know. He goes by the name Twister. He lives in Nuevo, CA. Here is a description of him. A 21 yr. old stallion, dark bay with dorsal stripe, 16 hands, stocky, big jowls. White star - snip - upper lip. Left hind - white on coronet. Right front - club foot. No other white markings on him. This horse has a tattoo on the inside of his upper lip and it may be faded by now, # 12584. Please contact the owner, Gail Parker: (909)928-2437 if you see this horse. 1/5

Does anyone have any ideas on how to deal with deep mud just outside the stalls.The run area is a layer of sand over clay over gravel.No matter how clean the corridor is out of the stalls in the summer in the winter it is a sink hole. Any ideas welcomed. zipzapnow@aol.com  Yountville. 1/3

Hi, I am looking for hard-of-hearing & deaf horselover to go trail riding with. I know one person that is deaf and I go trail riding with her. We are boarding at OOD Ranch on Hayward Hill. Contact me if interested! dani.dickson@comcast.net  Castro Valley. 1/3

I'm looking for the show that aired last month called "In a Whisper" it was with Pat Parelli, Josh Lyons and another trainer. I really wanted to see it and could not seem to find out on which station it aired in our area and so I missed it. Does anyone know where I can get a copy or is it going to air again? Thanks! morrison84@earthlink.net  Aromas. 1/3