Bay State Equine Rescue

Barn Work Day - Sunday, March 21, at the rescue barn. Come for a barn yard spring clean up. Bring tools for cleaning inside the barn and outside the barn. Shovels, wheelbarrows, rakes, brush cutters, sponges, gloves, etc. The fun begins at 9 a.m. and we generally work until noon.

7th Annual Gala Wine Tasting - Sunday, March 28, from 3 to 6 pm. Treat yourself to an afternoon of elegance at the four-star Castle Restaurant on Route 9 in Leicester, MA. Tickets including wine & beer are $30/person in advance or 4/$100 ($35 each at the door) or new this year wine, beer & liquor for $40/person in advance or 4/$140 ($45 each at the door). Plans are shaping up, so mark your calendar. For more information, call Karin at 508-892-4765 or e-mail her at kmo@baystateequinerescue.org. Flyer

April

Equine Orientation Program - Saturday, April 10th, from 10 am to noon. Pre-registration required. Whether you're young or old, come take our class to learn the basics of horse care. We've designed our course for those who will volunteer at BSER, are thinking of buying or adopting a horse, or who simply want to learn more about horses through hands-on experience. Please consider making a donation to support this program so we may continue our mission to end neglect.

Save-on-Shavings Sale - Saturday, April 17, from 9 am to noon. What horse person doesn't need 'em? But don't wait: These bags sell out quickly. To place your order, please e-mail Sharon Haley at haley1990@charter.net.
Click here for the 4-h link www.worcester.umd.edu/4H_Youth_Development/index.cfm

Horsemanship Program! - Classes start Sunday, April 11th.Registration ongoing. Start your classes anytime.
True horsemanship starts long before your foot goes in the stirrup. As any horse person will tell you, riding is a reward for the many hours spent on the daily upkeep and maintenance of a horse. This program includes all aspects of horse care and management, as well as riding. It is open to all ability levels. e-mail info@BayStateEquineRescue.org to sign up for your classes .

May

Adopt a Horse Month - Are you looking for a horse? Check out your local rescue and give a homeless horse a good home.

June

"Sponsor A Horse Month" Send a donation for any horse on our family page.

July

Bay State Equine Rescue Annual Sponsored Trail Ride - July 11th “Rise And Shine” “Raise and Support”
Location: Old Sturbridge Village
Registration: 6 a.m.
Ride Out 7 a.m.
This year our ride supports two worthy causes, Bay State Equine Rescue and Old Sturbridge Village.
Take a ride through yesteryear when horses were the only way to get around. Ride right through downtown Sturbridge Village.
There is no fee to participate on this ride. You simply solicit sponsors from your friends, co-workers, neighbors and relatives who would like to help our worthy cause, but, don’t know how. You offer them the opportunity to support our equine friends and Old Sturbridge Village at the same time. The minimum sponsorship is $40 pre-registration/$60 post-registration, you can get a t-shirt for $75, and additional prizes for the top fund raisers. All horses get a gift of treats. Brunch will be served after the ride. NEHT miles are awarded. http://equineexperts.com/neht/
Ride distance 11, 8 or 3 miles. Pre-registration by July 2nd is appreciated. Pre-registration sponsorship minimum $40, Post-registration sponsorship minimum $60. Click Here for Trail Map.
Download registration and sponsor forms Click Here

Seventh Annual Gigantic Yard Sale - Saturday, July 31, from 8 am to 2 pm. We've done it before, and we'll do it again. We're just not sure the Rutland Grange Hall on Route 122A is going to be big enough! We'll have something for everyone: items for the house, yard, barn, horse, garage - all priceless treasures, all for the right price. Donations are welcome. Contact Dawn at 978-724-8811 or dmm@baystateequinerescue.org.

Blogging for BSER!- July 31st - August 1stTrish Wooldridge will be blogging, twittering, and status-updating for 24 hours to raise money for the Bay State Equine Rescue. Join the social-media party and be - all while helping horses in need. For more information, contact Trish Wooldridge at trish@anovelfriend.com or visit her website at www.anovelfriend.com Sponsorship details and promotion opportunities are being updated on her blog at or novelfriend.blogspot.com

August

September

Best Friends Animal Rescue. Help the cause of all animals by joining the Best Friends Network on the Web. According to a Best Friends national poll, 96 percent of Americans believe strongly that animals should never be abused, yet millions still die in our animal shelters every year. Hundreds of millions die in cruel experiments . . . and billions die in the factory farms. With a few clicks on the Best Friends Web site, you can help make a difference in the lives of horses at BSER and beyond. Please visit the site and join the network.

October

Save-on-Shavings Sale - Saturday, October 16, from 9 am to noon. We know horse people need 'em, so we're having another one! But don't wait: These bags sell out quickly. To place your order, please e-mail Sharon Haley at haley1990@charter.net.
Click here for the 4-h link www.worcester.umd.edu/4H_Youth_Development/index.cfm

Comedy Night - Come out for a night of laughs and a great meal - Wong Dynasty in Holden, October 31st, watch this page for updates.

November

Equine Affaire - Thursday, November 11, through Sunday, November 14. Watch for us at the area's pre-eminent horse extravaganza in West Springfield, MA. To learn more, visit the Equine Affaire Web site.

December

End of the Year Social - Friday, December 3, from 6-10pm. In some countries we'd show our appreciation by offering you a necklace made of teeth but we'd prefer to feed and entertain you. Taking place at Pine Acres Campground Lodge in Oakham, MA, you will be fed AND entertained! PLease RSVP by Friday November 28th at (508) 892-4765.

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