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Florida
Trail
Blazers
www.FlaHorse.com/ftb

Dedicated to the Creation and
Preservation of Equestrian Trails

Trail Rides and Camps
Club Photo Album
News and Views
Photo Gallery
Trading Post
How to Join
Trail Maps
Officers


Do not follow where the path may lead.
Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.


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What's New...

  • Pig Roast Pictures... Here. Also look for more on Facebook.
    Should any club members have items for sale and would like to post it in the newsletter; simply send an email with details of the item, cost, and whom to contact.
  • Tammy Kifner will be working on a new club fund raiser ride for April 20-22, 2012 and she is STILL seeking volunteers. The ride will be a "Fun" Obstacle Trail. If you would like to help, please outreach to Tammy via email at Tamkif@yahoo.com.
  • REMINDER – Membership Renewals are due in February 2012 – attached are the renewal forms along with the waiver. Please print, fill out and bring to any of the upcoming rides or mail to Beth Emmons, 5322 Effie Drive, Apopka, FL 32712

Update from El Presidente

I would like to start by thanking our members for their continued support of our club and we’re looking forward to a great 2011-2012 riding season. We completed our first Board Meeting and have an exciting schedule plan for the continued success of our club.

Through discussion, we have agreed to change the current notification process to our members for the newsletter; be advised that all correspondence from the club will be done electronically. Please be sure to keep the club aware of your current email address via the club email address: floridatrailblazer@yahoo.com.

During our meeting we decided that we would like to institute a new Florida Trail Blazers Logo. We are currently accepting submission of your logo ideas. We are conducting a contest for ideas that will run until December 1st and the winner will be announced at the December 10th Christmas Campout. Please email your entries to floridatrailblazer@yahoo.com.

As a club we are committed to the preservation and improvement of equestrian trails; we welcome your ideas and assistance as club members.

Roly


RIDES & CAMPS


Ride/Event Schedule: [Updated: ]

  
Ride Like the Wind …………
 
 
 
April 2012
 
April 13-15, 2012 – TENTATIVE CAMP OUT
Shangri-La
Hosted by: Clara – This a tentative date as it depending upon the actual opening of Shangri-La, Clara will advise. All reservations must be made thru Reserve America, and on a timely basis as space is limited.
For more information contact cctrailrider@aol.com
 
April 13-15, 2012 –Shangri-La (CANCELLED)
Due to the Camp not opened this will be cancelled. We will send an Email blast when they open. If anyone wants to sponsor a day ride in early April. Please let the club know.

 

April 20-22, 2012 – Camp out (Change in venue)

Fechtel
Hosted by: Board members.
Due to unforeseen events the obstacles won’t happen. Instead we the board members will host the campout with a BBQ on Saturday night. Ribs, Chicken and corn will be provided by the club. Bring a side dish if you can. Please RSVP to Roly @ floridatraiblazer@yahoo.com so we can purchase the food.
Please make your own reservations to camp. 407-884-2009
Planning a long trail ride on Saturday morning for those interested. To cover all the Fectel trails and ride to the creek for a bag lunch.

 

 

 

THAT'S WHERE I WANT TO BE - ENJOYING MY FRIENDS ON THE BACK OF A GOOD HORSE!

All riders must present a negative Coggins form at all rides. Due to insurance requirements nonmembers ust purchase a temporary membership to participate in rides. Always call and confirm an activity with a board member or ride contact.

Equestrian Camp Permits

As a reminder, large groups should send notification at least 30 days in advance to allow time to determine whether to issue a special use permit. The Campsite Application form may be printed from the District web site at www.swfwmd.state.fl.us under the heading Recreational Guide.

For individuals and small groups, please allow 10 days to process camping permits. For more information, or to receive a campsite application by fax or mail please contact Dave Morgan at 800-423-1476 x4482 or Dave.Morgan@swfwmd.state.fl.us.


NEWS AND VIEWS


  • "Nicole's Law" effective Oct. 1, 2009, requires use of protective headgear by horse riders 16 years-old and younger, who are riding on or in public roads, right-of-ways, equestrian trails, recreation trails, parks, nature preserves, schools, or "any other publicly owned or controlled property."  according to the Office of the Florida Governor.

PHOTO GALLERY

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Rima Ridge Day Ride

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Palm Bluff day ride

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2012 Pig Roast

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Little Big Econ

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Camping December 9th

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Camping

Florida Trail Blazers at Florida Horse Park

Florida Horse Park

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Florida Trail Blazers at St John trail head

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Dunns Creek open house

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Horse Creek Rescue

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Trail Blazers  at  PIG ROAST 2010.

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TRADING POST


OFFICERS

President:

Rolando Coto
rcbuckskin@yahoo.com

(386) 852-5155 home #

Vice President:
Donna Thompson - - -
donnat@sccu.com
(386) 795-5599
Secretary:
Ellen  Bolton
ellenstcloud@aol.com
(407) 765-2505
Treasurer:

Beth Emmons
e-mail eflashyacres@aol.com
407-810-5442

Beth's address to mail membership forms to:
5322 Effie Drive
Apopka, Florida 32712

Board members:

Clara Capps cctrailrider@aol.com
(386) 985-5050 home #
(386) 717-9383 cell #

Tammy Kifner
powdertek@earthlink.net
home # (386) 228-0599
cell # (386) 804-0466

Jim Church
janiceglae@aol.com
(386)  767-4515        home
(386)  506-9497        cell

Newsletter Editor:
Ellen  Bolton
ellenstcloud@aol.com
(407) 765-2505
-COMMITTEES:  
Welcome New Members:

All Board Members

Ride Committee:

All Board Members

Trail Boss:

Clara Capps


Don't forget those Florida Trail Blazers T-Shirts, Caps and Bumper Stickers!

MEMBERSHIP

If you have not paid your dues, please support "the creation and preservation of trails" and put your check in the mail today. Thank you.

Our committees need your help and support. Please contact the committee chair with your commitment to support them and our club. Our new board members have new, great ideas which will be shared with you as they come to fruition. As a committee member, YOU can help make them happen faster! Pick up the phone and make a commitment. Happy Trails!

Membership applications and questions may be directed to Beth Emmons
5322 Effie Drive, Apopka, Florida 32712 or eflashyacres@aol.com



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