5-27-09

Thanks to some generous donations, the auction fund is currently at $540. We really appreciate your gifts of life! The auction is coming right up in a few weeks, let us hope that there are not as many horses in need as there were this month. We would like to thank Lori H, Sara H, Cynthia B and Carolyn H for their generous donations today. The rescue cannot run without your support!
Bay Area Equestrian has posted the video that Jason co-starred in. Click here to watch the video. It was nicely done, and hopefully it will educate people on what happens if they dump their horse at an "easy out" option like a livestock auction or place a "free, 1st come 1st serve" type of add.

Naomi came out today to pick up some extra tack to be sold at a yard sale. Hopefully the yard sale sells the tack for a lot of money that will then be used to rescue and care for the horses. Thank you so much for your help Naomi!

Belle, the pony that came in yesterday, amazes us with her beautiful long mane. She is really a stunning little horse to look at.

The entire office day was spent taking pictures of the items for the skating party silent auction, cataloging them, and building the webpage dedicated to the skating party. It just seemed to keep going and going... But, it is finished for now. Read on to learn all about the skating party and what items will be at the silent auction. There is also a link on our home page. Also on our website you can sign up to let us know if you are coming or not. It will help us know how many people to expect, so please click here to be taken to the Skating for Horses page where you can sign up. The following is the writeup that is on the website for your convenience.

Skating For Horses!

You are invited to join NorCal Equine Rescue at Cal-Skate in Chico, Ca. Come celebrate the horses that have been saved while enjoying a day of exciting fun for the whole family.

Admission is only $5 for adults, free for kids under 12. You can "sneak" in for free, but be prepared to be thrown in the fundraiser jail and you can't get out until the jailer is satisfied you have raised enough bail donations by calling your friends for donation pledges! A plaque on the jail will keep track of the best jailbird.

There are also many games and entertainment planned for this day. It will be a fun filled day that the whole family will enjoy and remember! Keep an eye on this page as the activities are ironed out for updates. There will certainly be roller skating, miniature golf, and a silent auction. We are also planning a skating gymkhana, with skating Barrel Racing, skating Pole Bending, and more! If you are planning on being in the skating gymkhana, you will be able to sign up the day of the skating party. We would like to encourage you to bring a new or gently used item to be sold in the silent auction.

What: NER Skating Party - Skating for Horses

When: June 24th, 1:00-8:00 PM

Where: 2465 Carmichael Dr, Chico California

Many retailers, craftsmen, and other generous individuals have donated lovely items to be sold
at the silent auction during the Skating party. Below is a partial list of the items you will find at the silent auction.

Silent Auction Items:

14" Hand-Crafted Crates Saddle Nice light weight barrel saddle. It has beautiful silver Conchos. It's virtually new - only looks like it was ridden once. Donated by: Bare Hoof Trimming
Services

2-Day Rafting Trip - Valued at $335.00 Imagine a guided rafting trip through miles of forested canyon in the beautiful Siskiyou Mountains of northern California. With its combination of whitewater, wildlife, and fabulous mountain scenery, the Klamath is a perfect summer vacation. At evening you'll camp on a large, secluded beach. We'll prepare a delicious meal, tell stories by the campfire, and settle in for a night under the stars. Donated by: Turtle River Rafting Company

Show Dressed Up Gift Certificate $125 gift certificate good towards the purchase of one of
their beautiful show shirts. Show Dressed Up's items run from $19.99 to $125.00, so this gift certificate could get you a really amazing western show shirt. Click here to visit their website, and plan on coming to the skating party, bidding, dreaming, and getting your new show shirt. Donated by: Show Dressed Up

Equine Massage $80 gift certificate good towards an equine massage for your horse friend. Star Equine Massage is committed to the whole horse, body and mind while generating a
valuable life long horse and rider connection that produces measurable differences in the quality of life, health and performance ability.Donated by: Star Equine Massage

Gourd Art This is a beautiful gourd that has been stained and decorated. Has a Native American look to it. Donated by: Renate S.

Horse Book End This beautiful heavy book end (we believe) has a wonderful picture of a horse on it. Donated by: Adam L.

Handmade Necklace Jasper alternated with lamp work beads, carved bone dangle. Donated by: Kabbo Unique Jewalry

Handmade Necklace Rose quarts, shell dangle, sterling silver closure. Donated by: Kabbo Unique Jewalry

Handmade Necklace Glass Beads, silver dangle, sterling silver closure. Donated by: Kabbo Unique Jewalry

Handmade Necklace Aventurine green, beads alternated with crystals, sterling silver closure. Donated by: Kabbo Unique Jewalry

Handmade Necklace Bluish beads, heart dangle. Donated by: Kabbo Unique Jewalry

Bracelet This a beautiful bracelet with rose quarts and a whole lot more. Donated by: Ciao Bella

Pink Baseball Hat Show off your love of horses with this bright pink baseball hat! Donated by: Adam L.

Red Vest Duluth Trading Co. size small vest. Donated by: Adam L.

Black Horse Shirt Brand new Wrangler size medium vest. Donated by: Adam L.

Purple Vest Made by: Black Crater Clothing Co. Donated by: Adam L.

Socks Socklady solmate socks. Mismatched with care in Vermont! 80% Cotton, 19% Nylon, 1% Lycra. Made in USA, size small. Donated by: Adam L.

Purple and white slinky show shirt Almost brand new, very nice. Should catch anyone's eye! Donated by: Tawnee

Lion Chair Portable folding lion chair. Kid size. Fun animal design, opens and folds in seconds. Durable weather resistant fabric. Strong powder coated steel frame. Lock and spacers for safety. Comes with a matching carry case. Donated by: Kim P.

Elephant Chair Portable folding elephant chair. Kid size. Fun animal design, opens and folds in seconds. Durable weather resistant fabric. Strong powder coated steel frame. Lock and spacers for safety. Comes with a matching carry case. Donated by: Kim P.

Cinnamon Mug Mat Place a hot mug or dish on this trivet to release the fragrance! Donated by: Adam L.

Orange Mug Mat Place a hot mug or dish on this trivet to release the fragrance! Donated by: Adam L.

Multitool Hawk 15 function stainless steel multitool with carrying case. Donated by: Adam L.

Red Purse Kathy Van Zeeland purse. Brand new. Style: "Tomato, quilt to my heart, medium stitch." Price tag says $89.00 Donated by: Donna R.

Ivory Purse Kathy Van Zeeland purse. Brand new. Style: "Bone, quilt to my heart, fold over." Price tag says $99.00 Donated by: Donna R.

Decorative Handbag "The Sak, Pink Label" with leather trim. Brand new. Donated by: Donna R.

Black Purse "Dooney and Bourke, All Weather Leather." Very nice handbag. Donated by: Donna R.

Ariat Cowboy Boots Size 9 1/2, brand new. Never worn. Sand and Green color. Price tag says $149.99 Donated by: Kim P.

Riding Boots Ariat lace up riding boots. Brand new in box, size 13. Donate by: California Vaquero

There is still time, if you would like to donate items for the Skating Party and are unable to bring them the day of the event, we would love for you to mail them in. Gift certificates are a great way to show your support. Our mailing address is: NorCal Equine Rescue, P O Box 6108, Oroville Ca 95966.