May 2, 2019

The monthly meeting of Hanson Riding Club was held on Friday, May 2, 2019 at the home of Micaela Shea, 218 Old Main Street, Lakeville, MA at 7:02 p.m.

The following members were present: Officers: Micaela Shea, Chris Ferri, Rita Bryant, Karen Quigley; Board Members: Carolyn Paliulis, Jennifer Truelson, Patricia Rogers, Rebecca Marshall,

Amanda Hall, Charlene Stober

Secretary’s Report: The March secretary’s report was read by Karen; motion to accept made by Rebecca, seconded by Carolyn.

Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s report was read by Rita; motion to accept made by Charlene, seconded by Chris. 

Newsletter/Website: The sponsors for the season will be highlighted on the website. The next newsletter will have show points and trail ride forms. Discussion of putting “How did you hear

of HRC?” on the membership form.

Old Business:

Tack Sale: The tack sale was a success outside in the ring. Rita gave a financial report of the event.

Sponsor Book/Event Book: Discussion of making a “Thank You” banner to all the sponsors that can be displayed at the shows for the season.

New Business:

2019 Events Calendar

Trail rides: May 26 – Myles Standish. Memorial Day weekend. Charlene and Jen will run it.

June 9th – Myles Standish. Karen and Amanda will run it.

October 26 th – Goddard Park. Chris will run it.

BEACH ride – Charlene has confirmed the date will be October 5th with a

rain date of October 6th.

Shows: May show: Discussion of a presentation to Reva Levin thanking her for all her contributions to the club and wishing her well on her move to North Carolina. Micaela is bringing her truck to transport all the trail obstacles. Rebecca will bring the ducks to sell during the show. Discussion of a photographer for the show day.

Clinics: Discussion of different clinicians and possible dates to hold clinics. Chris will reach out to Penley Horsemanship.

Versatility: Discussion of looking out for new obstacles to have.

Open Meeting: There will be an open meeting on Monday evening, May 6th at Will & Co. in Plymouth. The speaker will focus on goal setting for riders. Micaela will advertise the event on FaceBook.

Next HRC Meeting: The next scheduled HRC Board meeting will be held on Friday, May 31, 2019 at 7:00.

Meeting adjourned at 7:59 p.m.

Faithfully submitted, Karen Quigley, Recording Secretary

The monthly meeting of Hanson Riding Club was held on Friday, April 5, 2019 at the home of Linda Flynn, 24 Mayflower Street, Kingston, MA at 7:05 p.m.

The following members were present: Officers: Micaela Shea, Chris Ferri; Board Members: Carolyn Paliulis, Jennifer Truelson, Patricia Rogers, Linda Flynn,

Elizabeth Robinson, Rebecca Marshall, Amanda Hall

Secretary’s Report: There was no secretary’s report as Karen was not present.

Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s report was read by Micaela; motion to accept made by

Rebecca, seconded by Carolyn.

Newsletter/Website: The spring newsletter has gone out. The next newsletter will be in June.

The newsletter and website will showcase the sponsors for the season.

Old Business:

By-Laws: The proposed by-law changes were posted on the website and the newsletter. As no feedback or exceptions were received by Karen Quigley by the deadline as posted, the by-

laws are accepted as is.

Sponsor Book/Event Book: Discussion of colors and amounts to print of the books. The first editions will be available for sale at the tack sale.

Non-HRC Tack Sale: Chris Ferri and Jennifer Truelson will have a table at the Bristol Agricultural tack sale where they will promote the club and all the events it holds in the season.

New Business:

2019 Events Calendar

Tack Sale: The tack sale will be held on April 14 th at Balmy Acres. Carolyn is in charge of it. Discussion of set up, clean up, food and drinks to be sold and things needed for the day. 

Trail rides: May 26 – Myles Standish. Memorial Day weekend. Charlene and Jen will run it.

June 9th – Myles Standish. Karen and Amanda will run it.

October 26th – Goddard Park. Chris will run it.

BEACH ride – Charlene has confirmed the date will be October 5 th with a rain date of October 6th.

Shows: All the judges have been confirmed for the season. Discussion of ribbons and prizes. Discussion of trail obstacles.

Clinics: Discussion of different clinicians and possible dates to hold clinics.

Open Meeting: There will be an open meeting on Monday evening, May 6 th at Will Co. in Plymouth. The speaker will focus on goal setting for riders. Discussion of snacks to serve.

Next HRC Meeting: The next scheduled HRC Board meeting will be held on Friday, May 2, 2019

at 7:00.

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

Faithfully submitted, Karen Quigley, Recording Secretary