Note that website links can be included in the calendar of events IF you are a sponsor or a club sponsor of Island Horses. Club websites are free in the club listingssection only, which is posted here below the calendar of events.
Feb 3-4
Islands Agriculture Show, Cowichan Exhibition, Duncan BC. Featured speaker Doug Milligan former head of Alberta Horse Industry Branch and an instructor of equine science and horse nutrition at the University of Alberta. Doug will be speaking on “Evaluating Hay for Horses” See http://iashow.ca/ for more information and registration details.
Feb 3-4-5
Powell River Trail Riders is hosting Becky Martens clinic introducing WESTERN DRESSAGE, ground work lessons, english hack & jumping. For further information, contact Becky Martens #250-248-9369 or email beckym4@telus.net.
Feb 4-5
Indoor Adventure Trail Clinic - Come on out and challenge yourself and your horse with trail obstaclessuch as teeter totter bridge, podium, balance beam, log maize etc. Build trust and partnership while having fun.In hand and or riding for all disciplines all breeds. Fonda Munro
250-722-3789 www.fondamunro.com for more info
Feb 5 and 12
Sunday group riding lessons 10am -1pm. $40.00. Beginners welcome , English style flat or jumping. Safe lesson horses provided to match each individual students needs. Private and semi-private lessons can be schedules for your convienience. Trail rides can be booked in advance for all ages (lead line trails rides for the young children). Children birthday parties available for ages 3 and up. Mary Carr Certified CHA instructor. Call for details at 250-245-4864 or Brittany at 250-710-1447
Feb 7 and 14
Equifit Fitness - Weekly Sessions Tuesdays, 6:00 to 7:00 at Nanoose Place Community Centre. Equitfit is a system of exercises designed to enhance the foundation of your riding through awareness of position and improved core strength. This will be of benefit to your riding in any discipline. $45 for 5 sessions (prepaid) or $10 drop in fee. Instructor: Gina Allan. Space is limited so please RSVP to equifitservices@shaw.ca
Feb 10-12
Painting horses workshop at Twincreeks. Learn to paint horses in acrylics with artist Nicole Vaugeois and leave with your own finished masterpiece. Fri 7-9, Sat/Sun 10 am - 3 pm. Limited to 6 people, sign up soon! $350 includes 2 nights accommodation, meals, workshop fees, and horse board (if you want to bring one along). email: nicoleathome@shaw.ca or see www.twincreeks.ca
Feb 11-12
'Training Naturally' Natural Horsemanship Clinic in Metchosin, B.C. at Ocean Breeze Stables (4199B Stillmeadow Rd) Taught by Kristina Millar, an accomplished trainer and CHA Master Instructor (Level 4 English, Level 4 Western and Level 1 Driving). With over 20 years experience in Colt Starting, Problem Horses, Trailer Loading, English, Western, Jumping and Driving. Full 2 day event with ground work in the mornings and riding in the afternoons. Potluck dinner after day 1. cory@islandvideoworks.ca or phone at 250-478-2051
Feb 17-18-19
RiverCity Sport Horses welcomes Sergio Velez for an upcoming Dressage Clinic. This clinic will be a travelling clinic moving throughout the Comox Valley, Campbell River and Port Alberni areas. Sergio obtained his FEI recognition in his home country of Portugal at the selective Centro Militar de Educacao Fisica e Desportos under Portuguese and French philosophy. With a strong emphasis for correct equitation and training of the horse he is able help develop the early beginner to advanced riders. loni@rivercitysporthorses.com
March 10-11
Indoor Adventure Trail Clinic - Come on out and challenge yourself and your horse with trail obstaclessuch as teeter totter bridge, podium, balance beam, log maize etc. Build trust and partnership while having fun.In hand and or riding for all disciplines all breeds. Fonda Munro
250-722-3789 www.fondamunro.com for more info
March 17
Marsoe Larose Driving clinic at Blueeagle Equestrian Centre Nanaimo BC. Individual lessons from a certified coach and experienced competitor successful at national level in pleasure and combined driving. More info see www.fondamunro.com calendar or call 250-722-3789
March 24-25
Showmanship/Horsemanship Clinic - Get ready for showing and learn or improve your skills in these challenging and rewarding classes. Pattern practice and tips on what the judge is looking for. Fonda Munro 250-722-3789 www.fondamunro.com for more info
March 30-April 5
Equine MassageTherapy Course - Ladysmith, Learn from a teacher with over 22 years of massage experience! Course includes: anatomy, safety protocol, massage theory, hydrotherapy, scar tissue release, lower limb swelling reduction, hoof heat reduction, a revolutionary colic relief technique that can alleviate various types of colic if caught early - no more walking the horse for hours on end! Stretches and much more! http://www.equinerehab.ca 1-888-EQUINE2 (378-4632)
April 28
Marsoe Larose Driving clinic at Blueeagle Equestrian Centre Nanaimo BC. Individual lessons from a certified coach and experienced competitor successful at national level in pleasure and combined driving. More info see www.fondamunro.com calendar or call 250-722-3789
CLUB DIRECTORY
Club information listings are Free.
If your club information has changed, please email the updates
Club Sponsorships are $90.00 year. As a club sponsor, your website links can be activated in the calendar of events listed above, and also linked the Club Sponsor Section at the top of this page.
Back Country Horsemen
of BC
Vancouver Island Chapter 5250 Island Hwy N. Courtenay V9J 1S7 John 250-338- 6789 Sharon 250-337-1818
Port Alberni Chapter, Sherry Lyons 250 720-0042 havenacres@shaw.ca
Southern Van. Island Chapter, Ybo Plante, 250 361-6290 farmgirlbc@gmail.com
BC Carriage
Driving Society
President & Zone 6 Rep: Dennis Waller (250) 245-4993 email
B.C. Competitive Trail Riders
Assoc
Contact Tammy Mercer 250-335-3390 or ridingforfreedomranch@shaw.ca
BC Islands Pony Club
Susan Harrison phone 250 416-0094 Pony Club branches: Metchosin, Salt Spring Island, Cowichan Valley, Arrowsmith, Comox Valley, Parksville/Qualicum, Cedar Rose Pony Club Center
BC Paint Horse Club
BC Quarter Horse Association
BC Miniature
Horse Club
Campbell
River Trail Riders
Campbell River Trail Riders host many English, Western, and
fun events throughout the year. Contact Kathy Tipper 250-337-0021
Cedar Horse Club
The Cedar Horse Club meets the THIRD Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm at the Cedar Heritage Centre. 1644 Macmillan Road Nanaimo (right beside the Cedar High School) Our Events inlude Camp-outs, Fun Rides, Beach Rides, Lectures, and Clinics. We have something for everyone!
CHHAPS (Canadian Horse Heritage & Preservation
Society)c/o Denise Beaton, Secretary, 11681 Carshill St., Maple
Ridge, B.C. V2X 5P3 email: dbeaton@telus.net (604) 476-0558
Comox Valley Pony Club
Contact Kama Antaya 250-337-1956
Coombs 4H Horse Club
Joan Larson 250-752-0395 or joan@joanlarson.com
Courtenay CADORA
Bonnie Earle at nelson-earle@shaw.ca web site: www.courtenaycadora.com
Cowichan 4-H Horse Club
The Cowichan 4-H Horse Club meets the THIRD wednesday of every month at 7:00pm at the Agriculture Hall on Clements Street in Duncan. For more information please contact Rebecca at trinket_683@hotmail.com
Cowichan
Polo Club
In general, we meet at the Cowichan Exhibition grounds every
wednesday and saturday evenings. Specific schedule info is on
our website.
Cowichan Valley Pony Club
woodlandboatworks@gmail.com
Cowichan Therapeutic Riding
Providence Farm 1843 Tzouhalem Rd., Duncan
Gabriola Horse Group
For riders of all ages and abilities For more information, call
Jane Woods at 247-8033 or email pjwoods@telus.net
Garden City Horsemen's Club
Anne Bell (250) 642-3539 email gchc@shaw.ca
HarbourCity Pony Club
Shawn Goodall e-mail harbourcitypc@gmail.com Phone 250-247-0263
Highlands Horse
Club
The Highlands Horse Club consists of a small group of horse
lovers who live and ride in Southern Vancouver Island's beautiful
Highlands. We are a voice for equestrians in the Highlands,
maintain the Highlands riding ring, and are involved in trail
creation and maintenance.
Horsetails 4 H club
Horsetails 4 H club in the Comox Valley is now recruiting current and new members. Any one interested please contact either Chris Meaden, leader and or Kenzie Meaden, president at ckds-meaden@shaw.ca or call 250 338 0678. Meeting times to be set later.
Island Barrel Racing
email islandbarrelracing@hotmail.com
Metchosin Equestrian Society
Meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the 4th thursday and we meet at the Metchosin Community house. Join us for events and guided trail rides in Metchosin heidichartrand@shaw.ca
Metchosin Pony Club
Contact Anita Rados 250-727-3595 email ponyclub@farmerbranko.com
Mid Island Cadora (MICA)
For information visit www.midislandcadora.com Everybody Welcome!
Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Assn.
Smooth Gaited Trail & Show Horses. "To ride one is to own
one." Local contact or demo Bob or Trinet Vancouver Island B.C.
(250-743-2207)
Nanaimo South Pony Club
A new club organized especially for Cedar, Yellowpoint, Cassidy, South Wellington and South Nanaimo families! Active members between 6 and 21 welcomed. Interested adult volunteers are also most welcome! Please e-mail sunnyfarm01@hotmail.com or ebonar@shaw.ca or phone 722-2955
Natural Phanatics
Victoria Natural Horsemanship Group, Contact Laura Foxgord 250-391-9612 laurafoxgord@shaw.ca
North Vancouver Island Horse
Association
All Shows Held At The Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds, Courtenay.
P's & Q's Parksville/Qualicum Pony Club
Contact Jill Bonnell 250 468 7849 or bjbonnell@shaw.ca.
Oceanside Hunter Jumper Association
Joy O'Connell 250-248-9793 or email at jayandjoy@shaw.ca
Peninsula
Reining Club
The PRC hosts Rockslide, the largest annual reining event on Vancouver Island
Powell River Trail Riders
We invite people of all ages to join our Club.The Powell River Trail Riders offers opportunities for youth, adults and families to participate in shows, clinics and trail rides. Our main objective as a club is to have fun!
Provincial Wish Tral Ride
Volunteers host trail rides throughout BC to raise money for the Children's Wish Foundation BC/Yukon Chapter. Help grant a wish for a child living with a high-risk life-threatening illness by getting involved. Contact the Jenn, Island Coordinator, at (250) 537-4994 or ssiwishtrailride@hotmail.com RIDE A HORSE - GRANT A WISH
Queen Margaret's School
Contact Carol Newington equestrian@qms.bc.ca
Rainbow Horse Club
Open to ALL breeds, our focus is on having FUN through open breed schooling shows and clinics.
Silver Spur Riding Club
A diverse club for all horse people the club hosts many activities including; club rides, gymkhanas and clinics. Meetings are the 1st Monday of every month at 7:30pm at the Commbs Rodeo Grounds. President: Jodie Bater tjbater@telus.net
Sooke Saddle Club
Gail Nash 250-642-4515 (Publicity) Email nashramblers@hotmail.com
SunSational
Saddlebred Breeders
Meets bi-monthly in Kamloops, BC Contact: Sharron 250-828-2288
University of Victoria Equestrian Club Showing, lessons, and a fun network of horse enthusiasts! Open to all full time UVic students, all levels of experience welcome! Horses provided! Contact: uvicequestrian@hotmail.com
Vancouver Island
Arabian Horse Assn
Vancouver Island Appaloosa
Horse Club
All-Breed Horse Show Series 2004 April 4 May 16 June 27 July
18 Sept. 12 Beaver Lake ring. Enter on the day.
Vancouver
Island Exhibition
Vancouver
Island Quarter Horse Assn
Vancouver Island Saddlebred Horse Association For more information contact Doug Roe at (250)710-1517 or doug@valleyviewfarms.ca
Vancouver Island Welsh Pony & Cob Society
Norman Evans RR2 1164 Hutchinson Road Cobble Hill, V0R
1L0 (250-743-4717)
Victoria
Polo Club
Dan Pedrick dpedrick@uvic.ca
Victoria Riding for the
Disabled Association
Stella French (Program Director and Instructor) at 474-0917, PO
Box 43032, Victoria, BC V8X 3G2,
email vrda@shaw.ca
Victoria Saanich CADORA
Claire Vessey Vice-President Victoria-Saanich CADORA. 3498 Maureen Terrace Victoria, BC V9C 3P7 (250) 391-1790 ) clairevessey@yahoo.com
Vimy Western Riding Club
Vimy Western Riding Club All breeds, all levels of experience welcome! Check out our website or contact vimyclub@gmail.com