Updated 15th October 2024

Bamawm Extension Pony Club Newsletter

Dressage and Show jumping competition

Thanks to all the helped us run our recent event.  It was a huge undertaking for such a small club.  The grounds looked great, the dressage rings and show jumps magnificent.  The canteen was a success and the raffle a big hit thanks to all those that donated.  The draw and the volunteer roster worked. We could not have done it without our sponsors Barastoc, Rich River Chaff and Drovers please make a point of using them and thanking them.  Our riders all had success and should be proud of themselves both in the ring and the many jobs they did to help the weekend run well.

Membership for next year

You will have been getting emails from PCV regarding them changing the membership year back to the financial year.  This means our next membership will be for 6 months January 1st  to June 30th 2025.  At our last Committee meeting we set the fees to be the same as this year so for the 6 months they will be.

$175 1st child
$150 2nd child
​$130 3rd & subsequent child
$175 Adult riding member
$10 Adult supporter

This will pay for all our fees to the Zone, PCV and PCA, hire of the grounds etc.  Instruction is paid for from fund raising.  Any new equipment is purchased out of fund raising and grants.

We expect that memberships on JustGo will go live on 14th November.

Next rally

We have decided to change our November rally to Sunday 24th November.  The change was made as most riders are planning to attend the NZ qualifier at Tocumwal.  Sunday 24th November will be our Christmas Rally and Presentation. More information will be on our FB private group.

Roster at Rallies

The Committee has developed a roster to help run rallies. 

​What the jobs involve
  • Lunch catering and preparation – Deciding on healthy lunch/morning tea.  Purchasing items (will be reimbursed). DC will let you know how many people to cater for.  Preparation and cooking on the day.  Cleaning the kitchen before and after.
  • Club room & bathroom cleaning- Sweeping, cobwebs and bathrooms cleaned first thing at the rally. Sweep and tidy up at the end of day
  • Rubbish and Recycle- Make sure rubbish bags are in bins.  Collect all rubbish and recycle at the end of the day and take home to dispose of appropriately.  Put fresh bags in bins.
  • Pooh Pick up- Pick up manure in shared areas (e.g. Arenas, ovals etc) with pooper scooper and barrow and put in manure piles.  All riders are expected to clean up pooh and hay near their float and yards if they use them.
  • Opening- By committee member with keys.  Open arenas, club rooms, container, turn on water pump, put out taps, welcome riders as they arrive.
  • Closing- By committee member with keys, put away taps, lock everything and ensure those responsible have picked up manure, taken rubbish etc.
  • Setting up and packing up equipment- All members attending are expected to help set up and pack up any equipment.  If you arrive late or must leave early, please make sure you ask the DC for the day what task you can help with.
  • Gear check- Record names of riders and horses, work with rider and adult supporter to ensure gear is safe and meets pony club regulations, record any issues (e.g. leathers need restitching)
  • First Aid- First Aider on duty.  Get out and check first aid kit.  Act as the first aider for the day.  If any incidents work with the secretary to make sure they are reported.

Admin Matters

Grading
Want to have your grading reviewed.   The grading form will be used going forward. The document was emailed out on 6/2/2023 and is great and gives you a outline of what is required for each grade across all disciplines. Please read carefully so you have a full understanding of what is required. 
 
If you wish to be graded please fill out the appropriate form and email to our DC directly jodon027@gmail.com the week before our rally. 

Up coming envents

Lockington 50th celebration
We have all been invited to help Lockington PC celebrate Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December. Games, navigation ride, fancy dress and much more.  More info on JustGo https://pca.justgo.com/Workbench/i/r/public/EventsAndBookingsPublic/details/63235BC0967F1BD5EBC3BB9C3B401C98C83D7D33/

More events on our calendar