Mollie Bogardus will be setting a jumper course at the Club on Monday 6/29 for schooling.  Any trainer who wants to follow her group and bring riders over for off-site training can reserve a time starting in the afternoon; contact Jackie Flannery 206-747-1734. Last group to come would be on task to put away jumps.  We can extend out another day if multiple barns reserve. Since this is not an insured “open” event, all must be current members and trainers will need a certificate of insurance on file with BISC as named insured.  Current WA and BISC Covid19 guidelines apply.  Mollie is hoping to do this monthly.

What a fantastic "Yoga For The Equestrian" workshop this morning, led by Michelle Hutchins. As someone who has carried a disdain for yoga due to a bad first experience, I am now a convert!  She took us through a workout tailored to address the issues equestrians face both in and outside of the competition arena, and explained the connections and tools yoga offers specifically for our sport.

As a follow-on, Michelle is offering a private virtual series of three 60-minute classes for $99 to anyone interested.  She is generously donating all proceeds to BISC for the first registrant.

If interested, please contact me:  Jackie Flannery 206-747-1734.

In lieu of our May HJ show...

Join Michelle Hutchins on Saturday, May 16 at 9:30am for a unique conditioning workshop specifically for the equestrian, live via Zoom:  

Yoga For The Equestrian
Saturday 5/16
9:30-11am

**Special member and family pricing

More information and Registration

Your health, safety and well-being and that of your horses is paramount to BISC. We, just like you, have been monitoring the communications and information provided by the public officials and experts regarding the COVID-19 Pandemic.   

Effective immediately, all on site BISC events scheduled through the month of April will be cancelled. This includes our Spring Clean Up and April Dressage and Hunter Jumper shows.  The Jen Verharen Peak Performance Workshop will be held in a virtual fashion at a discounted price. We will reschedule the Spring Clean Up as soon as it is deemed safe to do so. 

We are truly sorry for any inconvenience this causes our membership.  As information and updates regarding COVID are provided, we will update you regarding the status of events scheduled after April. 

If you have any questions, please contact us.  Thank you for your continued support. 

Pamela Knudsen, President                                                              Bainbridge Island Saddle Club

Bainbridge Island Saddle Club is in need of a small reliable tractor to groom riding arenas and pull a drag.  Looking for a 24-31 hp, 4WD with ag tires, front bucket and a 3 point hitch.

We also need to upgrade our arena drag.

If you have either of these items and would be willing to donate them or part with them at market or below market rate, please contact Pam Knudsen at 206-660-3485.

Please note: BISC is a 501c3 non-profit, so all donations are tax-deductible. Thank you!

Calling All Equestrians...

Manzanita Equestrian Trail Work Party
Saturday 12/7 - 10am-12pm

Tools provided by BI Parks...just bring work gloves
Hot drinks and donuts provided by BISC

Take a break from the holiday fenzy to connect with nature for a quick 2-hour cleanup of our neighboring equestrian trails.  Meet at the Manzanita parking lot.  Thank you to Amelia Frank of BISC and BIPC for help in recruiting our workforce!  

Hi Everyone!  Tomorrow, Sunday Oct 27, is the last day to purchase tickets for our Fall Awards Banquet / 501c3 Celebration on November 2.  It will be a special event that you won't want to miss.  Tickets will not be sold at the door as they have been in past years! 

Even if you haven't competed as a member throughout the season, you and your family are encouraged to attend as part of our equestrian family, simply by becoming a supporting member for a nominal $40.

Banquet tickets may be purchased online* or by phone 206-747-1734.  (*Note: You must login to your member account when buying tickets online. Please call or text if you need assistance.)

Yippee!  We learned that our final headcount for the caterer is not due as early as we thought!  So banquet tickets may now be purchased through Sunday, October 27.  

But don't wait until the eleventh hour...secure yours today.  They will not be sold at the door as they have been in past years!

Tickets may be purchased online* or by phone 206-747-1734.  (*Note: You must login to your member account when buying tickets online.)

If you are interested in helping to steer this great ship The BI Saddle Club, we'd like to talk with you!

We are seeking to fill the following Senior positions:

Vice-president
Treasurer (finance, accounting or bookkeeping skills preferred)
Facilities Mgmt
Communications
Website
Volunteer Coordinator

Commitment includes monthly meetings and hands-on help to fit your personal bandwidth.  We would like representation from each discipline, multiple barns and both men and women.  And being an equestrian is not a requisite!

We also have one Junior position.  In addition to monthly board meetings, responsibilities include yr-end slide presentation, leading special youth tasks at spring cleanup, and being available to help as needed at events.

Open committee chairs that don't require sitting on the board include: Spring Cleanup, Tack Sale/Merchandise, Ribbons and Awards, Individual Show Managers, Spring Banquet.

We love the Saddle Club and want to keep it successful and thriving for years to come.  So come join the team!

Contact:  Jackie Flannery, 206-747-1734 or jflannery@chezflan.net

Tickets on sale now through Friday 10/18 for Fall Awards Banquet!