Amazing Photos!

Thanks Barbara from Ritzie Photography! These are amazing! I hope everyone enjoys them as much as I do!

http://www.ritziephotography.com/PhotoSessions/HorseHaven/index.html

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June 18 Dinner at Preservation Kitchen

 

Join us for dinner at

PRESERVATION KITCHEN

This Friday, June 18, 2010, 7:00pm. 

We’ll chat about goings on at Horse Haven and next year’s horseback riding adventure to Tuscany, Italy!

17121 Bothell Way NE
Bothell, WA  98011
t. 425 408-1306 info@preservationkitchen.com

Choose your favorite adventure…..

“Discover Tuscany”

Italy – DISCOVER TUSCANY

– The week is based in the Tuscan countryside and heart of the Chianti at a riding center (founded in 1972) which is not only a success as a riding school. During the week there are frequent opportunities to meet the friendly and hospitable Tuscan people. 

8 days, 7 nights and 2 full 3 half days riding.

Group Size: Minimum 2; Maximum 10

"Feast of the Conquerers"

“Feast of the Conquerers”

 

Italy – FEAST OF THE CONQUERORS

–From the lovingly restored suites of this medieval hamlet, which was built on the foundations of a 12th century castle, rider’s have an opportunity to experience the enduring magic of Tuscany.  The itinerary cleverly combines riding with an investigation of the region’s culinary delights.

 

7 days, 6 nights and 3 full and 2 half days riding

Group Size: Minimum-4 Maximum-11

"Seven Castles of Chianti"

“Seven Castles of Chianti”

Italy – SEVEN CASTLES OF CHIANTI

– This ride follows a wide loop through the rolling forested hills, verdant farmland and vineyards, picturesque villages of the Chianti Classico region north of Siena, and begins and ends at the outfitter’s home, a 400-year-old Tuscan farmhouse.

 

8 days, 7 nights and 2 full and 3 half days riding

Group Size: Minimum 4; Maximum 7

"Toscana Cucina Ride"

Italy – TOSCANA CUCINA RIDE

– This ride is a perfect combination of riding, cooking classes with the Chef or Chef Mama, and sightseeing to destinations of cultural and historical interest.

7 days, 6 nights and 2 full and 2 half days riding

Group Size: Minimum-4 Maximum-12

For more information about the Tuscany trips Web go to:  http://www.ridingtours.com/

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Stillwater Ranch Trail Ride Success!

Becky's grown some ears!

Although each person had their own stories about their experience on the trail ride, the majority of the riders had fun and many have signed up again. Thank Ann Devin when you see her for all her hard work in successfully organizing these rides.  YOU ARE AWESOME!!

Please send px to put on the Blog for those who do not use Facebook. I know there are many wonderful shots!

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MAY 22 Fundraiser “Stats”

Hope For Horses = $2183.25!

Treehouse = $413.63 + clothing & toys

Canyon Hills Food Bank = $206.82 + over 400# of food!

Total Raised = $2803.70!!!

The most popular activity at the Event was of course the Pony Rides!

Who is having more fun?

Cute!

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More on May 22 Event!!

Whew! I finallygot time to get more Bloggin’ done.  Here are more wonderful Vendors and Professionals that contributed their precious time and financial resources for the Fundraising Event.

Thank you Dawn Spiegelberg of BODYWISE Bodywork LLC, located near downtown Bothell, Washington, is licensed to provide professional massage therapy for people and horses, incorporating specialties such as Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Structural Bodywork, Craniosacral, Neurostructural Integration, Injury Treatment and Pregnancy Massage, and Certified as a Personal Fitness Trainer, BODYWISE integrates a fundamental knowledge of movement to bring about lasting improvements in health, postural alignment, muscular development, and core balance.

Give Dawn a call and find out why a large number of HHABC clients are enjoying the combination of Bodywork on and off the horse!

Dawn Spiegelberg, LMP LAMP
206.898.5327
info@bodywisebodywork.com

“Robbin” shares a moment with her Massage Therapist “Dawn”

Thanks to Megan Ayrault Founder of All About Animal Massage.

AAAM is a community of animal lovers, including our wonderful Expert Advisors and AAAM founder, Megan Ayrault. Together with animal care professionals from around the world, we are here to provide you the education, resources and inspiration you seek in caring for and learning about the animals in your life with massage and related therapies.

Find out about Megan’s new books by visiting the website or email Megan:

Megan@AllAboutAnimalMassage.com

Thanks to all the Bakers,Car Parkers, Greeters, Gamers. And Thanks to Hobbit and Kathryn for showing how Natural Horsemanship can produce a long lasting, natural relationship

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MAY 22 FUNDRAISER: Huge Success!!

 

I cannot Thank enough the countless volunteers that dedicated their time and financial resources to make this Event so successful. Putting any Event together is a daunting task, but it’s the volunteers who make it happen. THANKS TO All OF YOU!!!        

I would also like to thank the following outstanding vendors who partnered with us and generously donated gifts for the silent auction to help us elevate this community Event to a whole new level!   There are so many great places, I will  have to Blog several times!    

Thank you Christopher & Shannon.  Owners of Mongo’s Restaurant located 5 minutes from HHABC in Clearview. What a feast! BBQ Ribs-with incredible sauce-, Veggie Skewers with mouthwatering sauces, Burgers and of course, my favorite, the Filet Mignon Sliders !!!! Yummy!! What a treat to have them cater our event and help us raise money for our charities.      

   Year after year restaurants try to capture the powerfully tempting convergence of casual, delectable, and economical dining.  Yet it has eluded all who have tried; until now –  Mongos is the exceptional dining experience that has perfected satisfaction of the palette, the pocketbook, and the patrons.         

Stop by their restaurant and say hi to Christopher and Shannon and tell them you enjoyed the food at HHABC.  They cater small and large events.   Way to go & thanks for putting a bright spot in Clearview for the rest of us!     

16510 Wa-9 SE Ste 101        

(360) 668-4433        

       

Vic Hanging out with Dante “Black Forest” stallion    

Thank you Vic and Ursula of Black Forest Stables, Inc. DBA Black Forest Saddles.  This fabulous stable and saddle maker is owned and operated by Ursula and Vic Sivitilli, of Black Diamond, Washington. They import and breed the rare breed of horses known as the Black Forest Draft Horses from Germany. “We first came upon treeless saddles after importing our mid-size Black Forest Draft horses into the USA”.     

    

Ursula & Dante  

Call Them toll-free1-888-227-5621 Or email them at blackforestsaddles@q.com     

These saddles are the ones we use in the HHABC school. They are comfortable for horses and humans alike. Come try one out, and you’ll be singin’ “Back in the Saddle Again.”    

Thank you Preservation Kitchen owned by Susan & Gary Southwick near downtown Bothell on old Bothell Way.     

    

Beautiful Preservation Kitchen Restaurant    

Preservation Kitchen preserves the traditions of regional eating and drinking, our local history, and old-fashioned hospitality.   “We believe that sharing a good meal with friends and family is one of the best ways to spend your time, and that expensive prices, white table cloths and pretentious wine lists are not necessary to achieve a great dining experience.  Our menu, which contains seasonal, locally produced, and sustainable ingredients whenever possible, is flexible and affordable enough for a four-course special occasion dinner, or a glass of wine and some house-cured olives on a Tuesday night”.      

What a great place for groups or intimate dining in their private cozy rooms upstairs.     

    

Thanks to Kevin Downey, owner of Grazie Ristorante in Canyon Park.     

You’ll find everyone at Grazie Ristorante – both the Southcenter and Canyon Park locations – to be friendly and welcoming, with the most knowledgeable staff anywhere. You’ll experience Italian food made with authentic recipes and ingredients just like you were dining in Italy. Only at Grazie Ristorante will you receive five-star service at family prices.    

Grazie Ristorante was born in November of 1987.  Owner Kevin Downey, with years of experience working in the restaurant industry, took his love of the business and created a unique Italian dining experience, more authentic than any in the Puget Sound area.    

This is also a fave eat-out. I love Italian food, and the service rocks! They are so warm and friendly. Even when a “herd” of us show up smelling like “eau de barn cologne” from Ralph (you-know-who)!    

    

May 22 Event Display    

Thanks to Kelly and Jason Hampton owners of Party Design.    

Party Design is local, privately owned and operated by Kelly and Jason Hampton, founded upon our passion of designing and hosting parties and our very real desire for people to have an extraordinary experience. We take pleasure in creating fabulous themed extravaganzas, making invitations, fun guest favors, perfectly staged decorations and pairing it with excellent food, beverages and entertainment.    

What a cool party gift giveaway at the auction. The quality of your display said it all. You guys really know how to throw a “party!”    

Call: (425) 232-3837    

     

Who is this “Sweet Pea?”    

    

“Jazzi-tude”    

Thank you Barbara Ritzie from Ritzie Photography.  I am so impressed with your work. You are able to capture not just one but two personalities of the same horse.  I am sooo impressed with gifted artists of film and canvas! Thanks for your enthususiasm and knowledge. I LOVE your work!    

To contact Barbara:    

E-mail: info@ritziephotography.com
Phone: 425.314.0600    

Well, that’s all for tonight folks! I am still recovering.  If you students are lucky, my voice won’t return for several more days! Hahaha! You Wish!    

I will be posting the donation stats for the Event along with more pictures shortly.  Weighing the food is a huge feat.  Thanks to Donnell for all her hard work on the Event and putting up with the Tasmanian Devil (me, of course)!To be continued…

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