Find a Ride / Event

Enquiries & Nominations
to Alan Salter at alg_salter@bigpond.com or 0427 357 941

 

NOMINATIONS & FEES:  This event is open to all ATHRA members & Day Members, but
everyone must comply with the BSTHRC Rules and Protocols on page 2, (please
read). Nominations must be  emailed to alg_salter@bigpond.com and include your name
& mobile number, and your Emergency Contact’s name & number.  Day Members must speak with Alan Salter
before registering online. 

 

IMPORTANT NOTE: 
You must not attend the ride if you or your horse becomes infectious.  Refer to Club Rules. 

Ride Host Ian & Sheryl Burnett – Emergency
Contact 0418 391 792 on day of ride only, if unable to contact Alan Salter.

 Ride Fees:  Non-Club riders $5,
to be paid on arrival. LUNCH:  BYO everything for a lunch at the venue.

  

Ride
Description

VENUE:           212 Sulky Road, Sulky
(Ballarat). If driving from the Freeway at Ballarat travel north on
Creswick Road towards Creswick. After going through the roundabout at Kennedy’s
Road, (there are sign posts to the Racecourse at this roundabout, but go
straight ahead), continue north for about 200 metres and then veer left into
Sulky Road.  Travel another 1.9 klms and
the venue is on the right, just past Schwarz Road. The venue is actually on the
corner.  A Club sign will be displayed at the entrance
to the property.  Depending on numbers,
further directions regarding parking will be provided to all nominees prior to
the ride.

 

RIDE:   This will be an easy leisurely 14 kilometre “Nervous Nellies Ride” on gravel roads
with some sections of heavy stones.   It
is proposed to ride a loop for approximately 2 to 2.5 hours and return to the property
for lunch.  It is recommended that
barefoot horse be booted on the front at least. 

Please arrive about 9.00
am to register and saddle up for a 10 am (sharp) ride out.  Horseless
Muster @ 9:45 am – Ride Out Time @ 10.00am sharp. 

 

Rules of the Ballarat Social Trail Horse Riders Club

~ Incorporating Health Related Protocols” ~

Revised 21^st February 2024.

 

1.      
Members must become familiar and comply with
the ATHRA
Code of Conduct & these BSTHRC Rules.

2.      
No person shall attend a Club ride or other
event if they are experiencing a temperature, cold or flu-like symptoms; or
symptoms of any other illness which may be passed on to others.

3.      
The Club will ensure compliance with
government-imposed restrictions and rules relating to all issues.

4.       All
intending riders at any BSTHRC ride or event must email their nomination in the
prescribed form to alg_salter@bigpond.com , or
other nominated email address. 

5.      
Nominations must include the nominees name
and mobile, their Emergency Contact’s name and mobile, and a statement similar
in meaning to the example following – “I (name and mobile No) wish to
attend (name the event).  I understand that I must not attend this event
if either my horse or I become unwell or infectious.  My emergency contact
is (name and phone number)”.

6.      
If subsequent to nominating for a ride or
event, a nominee is exposed to Covid-19, becomes unwell with cold or flu-like
symptoms, or other symptoms of illness as
referred to in Rule 2, they must Not attend a Club ride or event.  

7.      
The Trail Boss or a member of the BSTHRC
Committee may at their discretion, exclude a rider if they believe on
reasonable grounds there is a risk that rider may transmit an illness to
others.  That rider shall leave the venue
immediately.

8.      
Members are
required to sign the Ride Attendance Register upon arrival at a ride or event
venue.

9.      
Applicable ride fees must be paid on arrival.

10.  
All attendees at BSTHRC rides or events
should be mindful of social distancing and avoid unnecessary close contact and
crowded situations. 

11.  
All attendees must observe recognized
biosecurity measures for both humans and horses.

12.  
A lame or sick horse must not be brought to
Club rides or events.  If you suspect
your horse is unwell, DO NOT bring it to a ride.  Members should remain mindful of horse health
and welfare issues, and apply appropriate biosecurity strategies at all times.

13.  
The Trail Boss shall have the discretion to
exclude a horse they believe is not fit for the intended ride, or is unwell or
suffering any injury.

14.  
BSTHRC strongly recommends that all riders
have Ambulance Cover.  An
ambulance will be called if deemed appropriate by the Trail Boss, the
injured rider being responsible for all expenses. 

15.  
The BSTHRC recommends that all riders wear an
approved riding helmet.  Riders under 18
years, and riders registered as a Junior Member must wear an approved riding
helmet.

16.  
Riders under 16 years must be accompanied
& supervised by their parent or guardian, or an adult member nominated in
writing by their parent or guardian.

17.  
All riders must carry a lead rope and halter
on all trail rides.

18.  
Horses known to kick must wear a red ribbon
in their tail.

19.  
All riders must advise the Trail Boss of any
pre-existing medical condition prior to the commencement of a ride.  They should also carry any appropriate
medication, including EpiPen if applicable. 

20.  
Horses must be appropriately fit and
conditioned for the intended ride, including adequately conditioned feet, boots
and/or shoes.

21.  
Stallions may only be used after prior
approval from the Committee; and must display a blue ribbon on their head gear
and tail.

22.  
Breast plates and cruppers are recommended.

23.  
Unless otherwise stated, DOGS are not
permitted at rides or events. Dogs are not permitted to accompany a ride.

24.   All riders
must adhere to these Rules and the ATHRA Code of Conduct.  Rider participation signifies their
understanding and acknowledgement of these Rules and the Code of Conduct, and
their willingness to comply.

 

Information will be emailed to club members.

HALF DAY RIDE TO GET YOUR BUTT READY FOR AN EXCITING YEAR OF RIDING.

MUSTER 8.30AM RIDE OUT AT 9AM BACK AT THE FLOATS FOR A SAUSAGE SIZZLE LUNCH

HORSES SHOULD BE SHOD OR SEASON BAREFOOT

FAIRLY EASY RIDE WITH SOME STEEP HILLS SHORT BUT SHARP

LOOK OUT ON CLUB FACEBOOK PAGE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AS THE DATE GETS CLOSER.

A beautiful ride through old tree fern filled valleys in our local National Park

NOTE:  This camp is NOT recommended for nervous
riders.  Riders & horses must be fit
to attend.

“The Barn” at Calejero is situated on
the Dargo Road on Iguana Creek at
Glenaladale, about 40-45 minutes’ drive north east from Stratford, or north
west from Bairnsdale.  The trip is quite
straight forward, approximately 5-6 hours floating from Ballarat.  Members may wish to make arrangements to
travel together, for “in company” support.

Photo 1 above depicts the well-equipped
kitchen/lounge with cosy fire, (two large fridges are not shown).  The 2^nd is a view of the
undercover socialising area with cabins on the right.  Note the comfy chairs, wood heater and wood
fire pizza oven in background.

The Barn has 8 rooms with sleeping accommodation for various numbers,
and there are 5 bunks in a large dormitory type area above, with room for
swags.  You may camp in your float or
personal accommodation, but the cost is the same.

VENUE FACILITIES: 
Hot showers & full toilet facilities, fully equipped kitchen (BBQ,
gas stove, microwave, fridges, all plates & utensils), safe paddocks for
horses, and some yards. Bring portable yards if you wish to keep your horse
separate.  This event is self-catered so
BYO food and your choice of beverages, as well as horse feed.  Bairnsdale is only 35 minutes away, (we
usually visit there on the rest day), and has a variety of shopping
options.  BYO blankets, pillows, sheets,
sleeping bags etc, and towels to suit your personal requirements.    

This event is not open to Day Member riders, but ATHRA members
and Club families/friends are welcome.    It is vital that we make efficient use of the
available space, and rooms will be allocated accordingly.  Members may attend for all nights at a
discounted rate, or as many days as they wish; refer to notes re venue costs
on next page.

 

VENUE COSTS:  Adults $70
per person per night, (or $65 if you stay for all 7 nights),
children under 16 are $30 per night, pre-schoolers and HORSES are
FREE. 
A $100 deposit is required with your nomination/booking,
the balance payable to Alan on arrival. OR you can EFT the full amount
calculated @ – 7 nights at $65 = $455, or $70 per night if not staying for all 7
nights.

Rooms will be allocated
according to requirements etc.; early nominations and bookings will have
preference.  Confirmation of payment of your
$100
deposit is required before a booking will be confirmed.  Payment by EFT (direct deposit) into the Club
account.  BALLARAT SOCIAL TRAIL HORSE RIDERS
CLUB – Bendigo
Bank account, BSB 633-000, Account
Number 155 873 003.  Please quote your
name and Cal 26 as a reference, E.g., Salter Cal26. 

PLEASE NOTE:  DO NOT
ARRIVE AT THE VENUE BEFORE 3pm on Sunday 22^nd, to allow time for
cleaning and preparation of the venue.  We
must vacate the venue by 10am on the 29^th March.

A short ride may be
conducted on Sunday to let the horses wind down after their journey.  Rides will be arranged daily, according to
member preferences and skills, easy and not so easy, half or full day.  Attendees can choose to ride or rest on any
particular day.  There are plenty of
non-horse-riding activities on offer for non-riders & rest days. Horses and
riders will require a degree of fitness and it is suggested that members start
preparations/training early. 

NOTE:  Those who have attended this event all agree
that this is not a ride for nervous riders, so please bear this in mind if
nominating.  It is important that you do
not “overfeed”
your horse with unnecessary hot feeds. 
Basic feed of chaff and Lucerne chaff with a cool supplement and good
clean hay will be quite sufficient.  This
helps prevent tying up and an uncontrollable horse.  Advice on feeding and preparations is
available if required. 

Horses will need to be
shod in the week before the camp.  Boots can come off in this tough terrain, it
is hard and stony under foot, with many river crossings etc., so shoeing is
recommended.  Breastplates are essential
as we will be riding in hilly terrain most of the time.  You should consider using a crupper if your
horse does not have a good wither.   

The Lindenow Pub
(with very good cuisine), is a short drive away if members wish
to dine out.

NOMINATIONS; If you wish to attend,
please email your name & mobile No, and your Emergency Contact’s name &
mobile No to  alg_salter@bigpond.com .  DO NOT use the
flyer to nominate.

Please
read the Club rules below and note that you should not attend if you or your
horse becomes infections. 

Rules
of the Ballarat Social Trail Horse Riders Club

~ Incorporating Health Related Protocols”
~

 

Revised 21^st February 2024.

1.      Members
must become familiar and comply with the ATHRA Code of Conduct & these BSTHRC
Rules.

2.      No person
shall attend a Club ride or other event if they are experiencing a temperature,
cold or flu-like symptoms; or symptoms of any other illness which may be passed
on to others.

3.      The Club
will ensure compliance with government-imposed restrictions and rules relating
to all issues.

4.      All
intending riders at any BSTHRC ride or event must email their nomination in the
prescribed form to alg_salter@bigpond.com , or
other nominated email address. 

5.      Nominations
must include the nominees name and mobile, their Emergency Contact’s name and
mobile, and a statement similar in meaning to the example following – “I
(name and mobile No) wish to attend (name the event).  I understand that I
must not attend this event if either my horse or I become unwell or
infectious.  My emergency contact is (name and phone number)”.

6.      If
subsequent to nominating for a ride or event, a nominee is exposed to Covid-19,
becomes unwell with cold or flu like symptoms, or other symptoms
of illness as referred to in Rule 2, they must Not attend a Club ride or
event.  

7.      The Trail
Boss or a member of the BSTHRC Committee may at their discretion, exclude a
rider if they believe on reasonable grounds there is a risk that rider may
transmit an illness to others.  That
rider shall leave the venue immediately.

8.      Members are required to sign the Ride Attendance Register upon
arrival at a ride or event venue.

9.      Applicable
ride fees must be paid on arrival.

10.  All
attendees at BSTHRC rides or events should be mindful of social distancing and
avoid unnecessary close contact and crowded situations. 

11.  All
attendees must observe recognised biosecurity measures for both humans and
horses.

12.  A lame or
sick horse must not be brought to Club rides or events.  If you suspect your horse is unwell, DO NOT
bring it to a ride.  Members should
remain mindful of horse health and welfare issues, and apply appropriate
biosecurity strategies at all times.

13.  The Trail
Boss shall have the discretion to exclude a horse they believe is not fit for
the intended ride, or is unwell or suffering any injury.

14.  BSTHRC
strongly recommends that all riders have Ambulance Cover.  An ambulance will be called if deemed
appropriate by the Trail Boss, the injured rider being responsible for all
expenses. 

15.  The BSTHRC
recommends that all riders wear an approved riding helmet.  Riders under 18 years, and riders registered
as a Junior Member must wear an approved riding helmet.

16.  Riders
under 16 years must be accompanied & supervised by their parent or
guardian, or an adult member nominated in writing by their parent or guardian.

17.  All riders
must carry a lead rope and halter on all trail rides.

18.  Horses
known to kick must wear a red ribbon in their tail.

19.  All riders
must advise the Trail Boss of any pre-existing medical condition prior to the
commencement of a ride.  They should also
carry any appropriate medication, including EpiPen if applicable. 

20.  Horses
must be appropriately fit and conditioned for the intended ride, including
adequately conditioned feet, boots and/or shoes.

21.  Stallions
may only be used after prior approval from the Committee; and must display a
blue ribbon on their head gear and tail.  

22.  Breast
plates and cruppers are recommended.   

23.  Unless
otherwise stated, DOGS are not permitted at rides or events. Dogs are not
permitted to accompany a ride.

24.  All riders
must adhere to these Rules and the ATHRA Code of Conduct.  Rider
participation signifies their understanding and acknowledgement of these Rules
and the Code of Conduct, and their willingness to comply.   

Another local ride to the Mongarlowe river for lunch

A bush and beach ride