DECEMBER 2011 RGMDA NEWSLETTER
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San Lorenzo ride
2011
FINAL
WORDS FROM THE PRESIDENT
December 2011
This is the last
time that I will be writing the President’s message for the newsletter;
I have enjoyed sharing my thoughts with you all of the last two years.
Our new president Bill Crawford also has a message in this newsletter.
At the November 6th year end meeting we elected new officers fro 2012,
in addition to Bill being our new president, the other officers are Vice
President; Allan Severs, Secretary; Kim Fay, and Treasurer; Jerry
Badura. The year end meeting had 58 members attending, Kim Fay did a
great job getting the meeting set up. Thank You Kim! As I mentioned at
the Year End meeting, I have had a lot of help from many of you during
my time as President. I do not recall a single time when I called a
member and asked them to do something that I did not receive a positive
response. Thank You! January 8th is the 6th annual Scot Martin Memorial
Ride in San Lorenzo Canyon; mark this date on the calendar now. Mary and
I will be the ride hosts for this ride, we will try to get there ahead
of you all and mark the road in. See the flyer and map in this
newsletter.
Remember to keep the animal between you and the ground.
Steve
FIRST
WORDS FROM THE NEW PRESIDENT , BILL CRAWFORD
December 2011
As your new president, I would like to say I am really
looking forward to the coming year. Succeeding Steve as president will
be some big shoes to fill as he has done a heck of a job. And he has
things in order to help get me started. I hope everyone has a safe and
wonderful holiday and don't forget to join us at the X-mas party. Bill
Year End Meeting Minutes
Rio Grande Mule and Donkey Association November 6, 2011,
12:00 - 4:00 MCM Elegante' Hotel Menaul Blvd. Albuquerque, N.M.
Present: 58 members and guests Opening Remarks by Steve Randall,
outgoing president: Steve stated that he had very much enjoyed being
RGMDA president and acknowledged the membership for helping him in the
task. He especially recognized Liz Moore's terrific work on the web site
and newsletter as well as Sanny's willingness and efficiency in taking
over the membership post and doing such a phenomenal job with it.
He reviewed major events of the previous year including but not limited
to: Meet a Mule [ Northern Chapter, sponsor] Old Timers' Show [ East
Mountain Chapter, sponsor] Las Golondrinas Events [ several members from
East Mountain Chapter and others participated] N.M. State Fair [all
chapters] Valencia County Fair [Central Chapter sponsor] Horse Council
Booth [all chapters]
Fort Bayard Days: Barbara Gorzinsky took 4 donkeys to represent the club
and was a big hit. We had very short notice for this event but are told
we will be notified in advance next year so that more members may
attend. We are also told camping will be available.
Kim Fay thanked the outgoing officers for their service and those
present added their agreement. There being no nominations from the
floor, election results for 2012 were: President: Bill Crawford Vice
President: Allan Severs Secretary: Kim Fay Treasurer: Jerry Badura Both
the incoming and outgoing officers will attend the Board Meeting
November 18, 2011 at Copper Canyon Restaurant, Gibson Blvd.,
Albuquerque; room available at 5:30 for dinner and the meeting to start
at 6:30. As always, all members are invited to attend.
Chapter Chairs 2012: Northern Chapter: Bob Larison and Dick
Kimberley East Mountain Chapter: Sanny Silvius. Central
Chapter: Kim Fay is the Central chapter chair - Babel Gorham is the
Central Chapter Board Rep
Mary Tyler reported on the Horse Summit she attended this past year. She
said that the talks were highly informative and well worth the time and
effort to attend. This year's summit will be December 3rd at the Pyramid
Hotel here in Albuquerque.
Liz Moore asked for interested parties to contact her or Sanny Silvus to
serve on the show committee. Current plans are for 3 shows with members
receiving points for participation in shows as well as other club
activities and a High Point Award to be presented at the end of the year
for sub categories such as mule, donkey, youth ect. Input is appreciated
and members are encouraged to get involved.
Announcements Afore mentioned Board Meeting November 18th at Copper
Canyon Restaurant, 6:30pm Club Christmas Party, December 4 at Connie
Hatley's house, 12:00 noon - -see newsletter for details There being no
further business that portion of the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Connie Rossignol, outgoing secretary
RGMDA Board Meeting November 18, 2011
RGMDA Board Meeting
6:30 pm Copper Canyon Restaurant Gibson Blvd, Albuquerque, NM
November 18, 2011
Present: Bill Crawford, President 2012 Steve Randall, outgoing President
Allen Severs, Vice-President 2012 Bob Larison, outgoing Vice-President
Jerry Badura, Treasurer 2012 Cindy Larison, outgoing Treasurer Kim Fay,
Secretary 2012 Elizabeth Moore, Web and Newsletter Sanny Silvius,
Membership Members: Babel Gorham (Central Chapter Board Rep), Paul
Polechla, Mary Randall, and Mandy, Cody and Clayton Severs
Minutes of last meeting accepted as printed in the newsletter.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance $3,738.77 Kim Fay moved to accept, Babel
Gorham seconded, report accepted.
Committee Reports:
Membership: 2 new, 12 renewals at the end of year meeting. Letters to be
sent to corporate members in December.
Show Committee: Needs to have a meeting, must be on a weekend.
Horse Council: Need a representative, Kim Fay volunteered, Steve
suggested giving the Horse Council the representative’s address so the
mail doesn’t have to go to the PO Box and then eventually find its way
to the correct person.
Old Business
San Lorenzo Canyon Ride January 8, 2012. Steve will post signs at key
turns; an updated flyer will be placed in newsletter. Ride “at will”,
potluck at 1:00 pm
Tack Swap: no action
New Officer Turn Over: Steve and Bob need to meet with Bill and Allen to
hand over the “reins”. Likewise Cindy and Jerry need to transfer
signature cards and bank statements. Connie had previously turned
records over to Kim. Kim will also take over handling corporate paper
work and insurance. Steve will continue to check the PO Box in Belen at
least once a week and Kim will get a second key.
Survey of Membership: discussion; no action
New Business
Facebook Page: After much discussion of both pro’s and con’s of the
current Facebook page, the board decided to ask Stephanie Russo, who is
the current administrator, to either remove the page or rename it
removing all references to RGMDA. Kim to talk to Stephanie. Once that is
done, Elizabeth will create a new page, making it by invitation only and
only able to have the administrator post, with links back to RGMDA’s
website. Christmas Party: December 4, noon, at Connie Hatley’s,
bingo, potluck lunch, gift exchange. Board authorized $85.00 to pay for
meat and other expenses.
Paul spoke about the grant he is currently writing to the National
Science Foundation. He will send further information for the newsletter.
Also, Madeleine Pickens will be coming on Jan 26 to speak at UNM. Again,
Paul will send information for the newsletter.
Adjourned Next Meeting: January 20, 2012, Copper Canyon Restaurant, room
open at 5:30 pm; meeting starts 6:30 pm; all members are invited to
attend.
UPCOMING MEETING
DATES
East Mountain Chapter: 1st Tuesday, January 3rd, East Mountain
Grill, 150 Highway 344, 6:00 PM, Sanny Silvius 505-363-7006
Central Chapter: 2nd Tuesday,
January 10th, TJ's Mexican Restaurant, 319 Hwy 315 Suite 1, Los Lunas,
866-5123, just south of Main Street, on the west side. 6:30PM
Northern Chapter: 3rd Tuesday, January 17th, Dick or Sue,
505-820-2727.
Board Meeting: January 20th, Copper Canyon Restaurant, 6:30 PM.
END OF YEAR MEETING: November 6th
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RGMDA East Mountain Chapter is hosting a Christmas Party! December 4th Starts at noon Potluck at 1 Main dish, tea and soda provided by the club Please bring a dish to share Toys collected for Toys for Tots Gift Exchange $20 maximum (Participation option) Games (Participation mandatory) Please RSVP! Call 350-5987 or 250-0859 Directions from Albuquerque: I-40 exit Edgewood, north on 344, east on 472 to mile marker 7 (Calle Vicoriano) north approximately 2 miles, house on the left, FROM SANTA FE: Take 41 South to Stanely, turn right on 472 to mile marker 7 north on Calle Vicoriano 2 miles -- look for signs! Email Deb Platt da_platt@yahoo.com
SOCORRO UNIT OF THE BCH POKER RIDE -CANCELLED DUE TO IMPENDING STORM
On December 3 there is going to be a Poker Ride at Kiva
RV Park. Horses will go out between 10 AM and 11 AM. It will cost $5 per
hand and each rider can play up to 2 hands. The winner takes half of the
entrees and the remainder goes to the Socorro BCH. So bring a friend and
their horse and join in on the fun. The riding is sandy and easy and it
makes a great day. There will be a pot luck after the ride. Call Diane
at 505-480-2806
SCOTT MARTIN 6TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL RIDE
San Lorenzo Canyon January 8th 2012
Location • San Lorenzo Canyon • Road will be marked with paper
plates. • The “High Road” is recommended • In Saddle when you get
there, ride at will Ride Information • Sandy terrain, no shoes are
needed • Single track road / wash • Novice level ride, 7 miles round
trip to end of canyon • OK to drive with wide tire rigs, narrow
“bike” tires not recommended due to sandy conditions. • No water,
restrooms or facilities of any kind. • Pot Luck lunch will be held
back at the trailers after the ride at 1:00. Bring • Stock water for
end of ride • Pot luck lunch item Contact • Steve Randall 861-1088
RGMDA Ride Rules & Trail Etiquette apply.
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