April 16, 2008  Minutes
 
The meeting was called to order at 7:02pm by Julie B.
Introductions were made around the room and 41 members and guests were present.
Julie read the treasurers report, we have $17,220.43.
 
Julie B. announced:

•  Jeff Horn is looking at getting signs put up on Cronan

• THe Kiosk at Cronan was vandalized again

• April 19th is a work day with ARC at Cronan. Call Gail Zeigler at ARC if interested in helping - they will be installing culverts starting at 9:00am

• DTP and CCC will be doing a training excercise out at Cronan on the 26th at 9:00am to expose/desensitize horses to  bikes. They will split into groups and ride at different areas within Cronan. Bring a bag lunch.

• The Jack Brooks campout now has 18 people committed. We need 20 to meet the minimum for the caterer.  You have until 5/15/08 to sign up and the cost is $150.00

• Volunteers are still needed to help with "Trail Fest" on June 9th. Call ARC if interested

Francine Scott updated us on the covered arena being installed at American River Ranch.  It should be finished within two to three weeks
 
Shelley Janek from ElDorado County and Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation Districts spoke to us about an upcoming workshop to be held on May 17th in Placerville about "Managing Horses on Small Acreage".  The cost is $20.00 and the proceeds will fund a Livestock and Land Demonstration Site.  Shelley also mentioned that they would come to your property and do a site visit for free. For more information call (530)-295-5630 or email shelley at sljanek@gmail.com
 
Bill Bennett won the door prize; A $50.00 gift certificate towards a DHA ride.
 
The Saddle Fitters gave an indepth demonstration about properly fitting your saddle to your horse. 
Mowgli (Heather Swanson’s horse ) was a great model.  It was very informative and several people made appointments to have them come and fit their horses. 
 
The meeting was adjourned when the saddle fitters were finished at 9:00pm