Taking care of horses is expensive. But for Greg McCormack, and his wife, Toni Sagrilla, the reward of helping the horses outweighs the cost.
"That is what horse rescue is all about," said McCormack. "You take horses people can't care for and try to make them comfortable. But you can't stop letting them be a horse."
The couple founded Bit O' Luck Equine Rescue almost one year ago. In the past, Bit O' Luck has rescued dogs, but is now focusing its attention on horses. However, McCormack and Sagrilla are able to pull dogs from animal shelters - most likely Lincoln County Animal Services - if anyone is interested in fostering opportunities. Read Full Story
South Woodstock, VT: The Green Mountain Horse Association is pleased to announce the topics and speakers for our 2012 Educational Series. All sessions will be held at GMHA in the Members’ Room at our facility on Route 106 in South Woodstock, Vermont. All sessions are open to the public.
“Aiding Vermont’s Horses” February 11, 2012- 9:30am – 12:00pm Presented by Gina Brown
Gina Brown is the Executive Director of Spring Hill Horse Rescue, a not for profit organization she founded in 2000, based in Clarendon, VT. She has turned her thirty years experience with horses toward training and specializing in behavioral issues. As humane agent for large animals she investigates cruelty complaints, rehabs and re-homes horses throughout Vermont. Ms Brown will present a history of Spring Hill Rescue and equine industry trends. The need for and reasons behind, rescue. The need for community support in regards to statewide response teams, foster homes, disaster related events and public awareness; re-homing of unwanted horses and second chances. Q&A session to follow.
Fees: $15 for GMHA Members, $20 for Non-Members. Fee includes a light breakfast.
“Colic: How to Make Life-saving Decisions” & “Is It Just a Cough?” March 17, 2012, 9:30am – 2:30pm Presented by Daniela Bedenice, DVM
As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences at the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine (TCSVM), Dr. Bedenice leads courses and clinics on equine gastro-intestinal disease and neurology, camelid medicine, gastro-intestinal pathophysiology, toxicology and clinical pharmacology. Additionally, she has been integrally involved in the characterization of lung disease in horses.
A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Additionally, Dr. Bedenice will be happy to bring specific information on individual issues if you’d like to send them ahead of time (please email
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Fees: $20 for GMHA Members, $30 for Non-Members. Fee includes coffee, tea, and lunch.
“Volunteer Workshop: Dressage Shows & Cross-Country Fence Judging” April 14, 2012- 10am to 2pm
Volunteers are the backbone of dressage shows! This year, thanks to a New England Dressage Association (NEDA) led effort, in conjunction with GMHA and the Central Vermont Dressage Association (CVDA), we are offering a workshop for potential volunteers to receive training. The goal is to take sport of dressage to a higher level by training scribes, stewards, scorers, and potential show secretaries. The workshop will also include the fence judging aspect of eventing for those who are interested.
The workshop is open to those interested in volunteering or learning about dressage shows and/or cross-country fence judging- no experience necessary! Schedule includes sessions on ring stewarding and scribing, lunch, and a choice of fence judging OR dressage scoring and secretarial information. There is no charge to attend, and lunch will be provided by NEDA.
RSVP’s are mandatory for all sessions, please visit our website (www.gmhainc.org) to download the RSVP form. For more details on these sessions or any other GMHA activities, please visit our website or contact the office at (802) 457 1509. We hope to see many of you there!
The Green Mountain Horse Association, a 65-acre equestrian facility in South Woodstock, Vermont, is a non-profit 501 (3)(c) organization fully committed to equine activities including Trail Riding, Hunter/Jumper, Dressage, Eventing and Driving. With approximately 2,000 members, GMHA is a vital community of equestrian enthusiasts. In addition to competitions and pleasure rides, GMHA offers horsemanship clinics and other educational activities and is active in trail stewardship and land preservation. Member support helps to ensure that GMHA will continue to exist for future generations and preserves its legacy in the equestrian community.
Rachel Alexandra, 2009 Horse of the Year, gave birth Monday, January 23rd to a 125 pound colt by 2007 and 2008 Horse of the Year, Curlin who stands at Lane's End Farm.
A SUCCESSFUL and talented dressage horse, Cornish Promise, who forged a notable partnership with rider Badr Al Omran, based at Hurstpierpoint, has tragically died. He was on course for major victories in Grand Prix dressage championship this year.
The 17hh bay gelding, a rangey Irish crossbreed with a huge heart, was also known affectionately at home as Norman. He was 16 years old and was out in the field enjoying sunshine and grass just before Christmas when he suffered from an aneurysm in his gut, resulting in a sudden and quick death. Read Full Story
Buck Brannaman is one of the most respected cowboys in the country, the inspiration for "The Horse Whisperer," and now his own life story of finding peace among horses in the Old West after a tumultuous childhood is up for an Oscar nomination.
"Nightline" anchor Bill Weir was invited to Brannaman's ranch outside Sheridan, Wyo., to watch the cowboy at work. Riding through snow-capped mountains on Brannaman's 100-acre ranch, with his nearly 30 horses, was the perfect setting for the story of a man who spends his life giving back to the creatures that he credits for saving his life after years spent with an abusive father. Read Full Story
