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« on: June 10, 2008, 01:10:30 PM » |
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PMBA and Courtesy Stables are jointly sponsoring another “Horse Bike Experience” day, scheduled for Sunday June 22 at Courtesy Stables at 10 AM. The objective of this event is to foster communication, cooperation and understanding among bikers and horse riders, to familiarize bikers with proper procedures when encountering horses on trails, and to familiarize horses with the sights and sounds of bikes. These events are important in facilitating cooperation among these two groups of trail users, and participants should be sincerely interested in working towards that goal. Pictures of last year’s event are at http://picasaweb.google.com/jpearce08055/HorseBikeDayOctober2007. We’re looking for about 6 bikers who would be interested in participating this time. If you’re interested, please email me at jon at pearcefamily dot org.
Thanks
Jon
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Rico
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« Reply #1 on: June 10, 2008, 02:33:25 PM » |
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Unfortunately, I can't make this. 
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jpearce
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« Reply #2 on: June 11, 2008, 09:28:27 PM » |
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Had some trouble with my email, which is now fixed. If anyone emailed me about this, please send again.
Please consider coming out for this event. The equestrians are lining up riders, and we don't want to be embarassed by a poor showing by bikers.
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« Reply #3 on: June 12, 2008, 12:45:45 PM » |
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Jon, if my wife hasn't had our baby by then (due June 21st) I'll try to be there. Last year was interesting and I did actually learn a lot about how a horse see us and the potential threat we appear to them. I'll keep you posted.......
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« Reply #4 on: June 12, 2008, 10:06:01 PM » |
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Thanks - we still need a few more people. C'mon - it's an interesting day and it will help our relationship with an important group of park users.
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« Reply #5 on: June 13, 2008, 07:41:47 AM » |
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How long will this last?
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« Reply #6 on: June 13, 2008, 08:54:52 AM » |
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I think it took about 1-1/2 hours last time. We did some exercises in the training ring and then moved out to the local trails.
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« Reply #8 on: June 13, 2008, 02:59:12 PM » |
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That's why I cannot make it as well. Last time was great. Good learning experience.
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Rico
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« Reply #9 on: June 13, 2008, 03:07:21 PM » |
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Jon,
There is a slim chance that I can do this. I need to go into Center City for pictures sometime that day, I just don't know what time yet. If it is later I may be able to make it out to this. When I find out I'll let you know.
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« Reply #10 on: June 15, 2008, 11:43:44 AM » |
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I wish I could attend this myself but I have something else scheduled for this day. However, I did post it on both the Meetup sites. Hopefully it generates some interest.
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« Reply #11 on: June 17, 2008, 10:26:39 AM » |
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There is a pretty good chance I'll be able to come to this (My fiance may also join in).
I'll post up once I know for sure.
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« Reply #12 on: June 20, 2008, 12:16:17 PM » |
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I am now in for this.
I got my dates confused.
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« Reply #13 on: June 20, 2008, 04:21:10 PM » |
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Great - thanks. Our numbers are looking good now. We'll meet at Courtesy Stables at 10. It may rain, but we can use the barn for shelter if necessary.
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« Reply #14 on: June 20, 2008, 07:21:47 PM » |
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New news. I will definitely be their Sunday and I won't have to leave early. My fiance will also be coming.
Hope the weather holds!
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« Reply #15 on: June 22, 2008, 11:29:29 PM » |
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Hey guys, how did the event turn out?? I sorry I forgot to contact you and say I wasn't going to be there. Sort of busy tending to the birth of my daughter 
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« Reply #16 on: June 23, 2008, 07:43:03 AM » |
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It went very well. I'll have a write-up on the website tonight, and pictures within a few days. Thanks to everyone who showed up.
Jon
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« Reply #17 on: June 23, 2008, 08:48:21 AM » |
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I wish I didn't miss it!
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« Reply #18 on: June 23, 2008, 10:06:30 AM » |
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I had great time and it was a great experience. I can't wait to see the pics Jon.
We only had one scary moment, when one of the horses spooked and startled another horse which then came maybe a foot or two to planting its ass on Dave's face.
Scary at the time, but kind of funny when you think back on it.
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« Reply #19 on: June 23, 2008, 11:39:45 AM » |
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Yeah. It was a good time and great learning experience. Also good to meet some equestrians and help bridge the biker horseback rider relationship.
Can't wait to see the pics as well.
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« Reply #20 on: June 23, 2008, 06:43:37 PM » |
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Got lots of good pix but won't have time to post them for a couple of days. Unless it rains at night - then I'll have plenty of time.
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« Reply #21 on: June 23, 2008, 08:47:15 PM » |
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Hey guys, how did the event turn out?? I sorry I forgot to contact you and say I wasn't going to be there. Sort of busy tending to the birth of my daughter
congrats Mark- I mean Mtrostle- so then I assume you'll be in the boat I was/still am in & logging on this site at 4am while feeding her.. lol.. I don't know about you but my daughter's 7wks old now & I'm already eyeing up a hardtail at REI for her! 
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« Reply #22 on: June 24, 2008, 09:14:33 AM » |
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Hey guys, how did the event turn out?? I sorry I forgot to contact you and say I wasn't going to be there. Sort of busy tending to the birth of my daughter
What? That's no excuse...you suck!
Just kidding, CONGRATS!!!!
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« Reply #23 on: July 01, 2008, 02:56:49 PM » |
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Hey guys, how did the event turn out?? I sorry I forgot to contact you and say I wasn't going to be there. Sort of busy tending to the birth of my daughter congrats Mark- I mean Mtrostle- so then I assume you'll be in the boat I was/still am in & logging on this site at 4am while feeding her.. lol.. I don't know about you but my daughter's 7wks old now & I'm already eyeing up a hardtail at REI for her!
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Thanks for the congratulations guys. Been a long 2 weeks. Glad to hear the event went well. My daughter is doing well and trying her hardest to push the limits of sleep deprivation!!!!! Now if I can only start to find some time to ride 
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