Hey Everyone!
We have been keeping a close eye on the forecast for the incoming winter storm. Thankfully this afternoon and evening look fine, it won't be until tomorrow that the wind and snow will pick up. We WILL be running classes today.
Happy Holidays! See you in the barn,
Nikki
Hi all,
Unfortunately, it is freezing rain at the barn right now and it's calling for heavy snow throughout the afternoon, and into the evening. Therefore, we feel it is safest to cancel lessons today, December 15.
Hey Everyone!
We are getting SUPER excited about our 13th Annual Raynham Holiday & Awards Banquet this Friday! If you have not yet submitted payment for your tickets, please do so ASAP as have finalized the numbers with the venue. I’ve had a few people ask about the dress code - feel free to use this event as an excuse to get dressed up! It’s always fun to see everyone out of their barn grubbies. Outfits in the past have ranged from khakis and a polo shirt to semi-formal dresses. If you would like to purchase drinks, the bar is a cash bar (they accept cash, debit, or credit). We will be running some games you might want cash for, and we can accept cash, cheque, or e-transfer for the silent auction.
Here is the tentative schedule for the evening:
6:00 pm - Doors Open
6:00 - 7:00 pm - Cocktail hour - raffle games & silent auction opens!
7:00 pm - Dinner is served!
8:00 pm - Dessert & Awards Presentation
8:30 pm - Dancing & Games!
9:00 pm - Raffle Draws
9:30 pm - Silent Auction Closes
10:00 pm - Banquet Ends
Here is the address for Nobleton Lakes Golf Club: 125 Nobleton Lakes Dr, Nobleton, ON L0G 1N0. Free parking is located across the street from the building.
Please let us know if you have any other questions! We look forward to seeing you all on Friday!
Nikki
Hey Raynham Riders!
Just a reminder that today is the LAST day to order banquet tickets and Raynham Gear! Here are the details:
Holiday Order of Raynham Gear
Raynham gear makes a great gift for the holidays! Place your order before November 10th for free shipping to the barn and guaranteed delivery before Christmas. There are plenty of great options: sweatshirts and pants, shirts, coats, hats, saddle pads, and more!
To order:
Awards & Holiday Banquet
If you would like to book tickets, please fill out this FORM and send payment via e-transfer to info@raynhamstables.com by November 10th.
When: Friday, November 18 at 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Where: Nobleton Lakes Golf Club
Tickets: $100 + HST = $113 for Adults, $50 + HST = $56.50 for Kid’s Plate
MENU:
Butternut Squash Soup
Roasted Turkey with Gravy or Veggie Option Eggplant Parmesan
Served with all the fixings! - Harvest Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Artisan Dinner Rolls, and Butter Balls
Coffee/Tea, and Dessert!
The Kid’s Plate is chicken fingers, fries, and ice cream
If you have something you would like to donate to the silent auction or prizes for the games/raffle, we would greatly appreciate your support! Please send us an email :)
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Hey Raynham Riders,
Here are the start times for the weekend - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1EpzcsYZyTg_-keQlH7E6zXAenLLts4ianHQC24CaRV8/edit?usp=sharing
A huge thanks to Rachel & Gabby for their help putting the times together! We are still hoping we will be able to run the show outdoors (with the warm-ups in the indoors), but it will be weather dependent.
Here are all the details for Saturday!
Arrival & Check-In: When you arrive, please head to the camp trailer to check in with the secretary. Riders should plan to arrive early enough to give their horse a thorough grooming and be ready to mount at least 15 min prior to the start of your flat class.
Payment: E-transfer OR you can give cash or cheque to the secretary on the morning of the show
Attire: Just dress neatly and appropriately for the weather!
Spectators: Are welcome!
Parking: Please part efficiently in the parking lot. Once the parking lot is full, please park alongside the driveway, being careful not to block gates or paths to paddocks.
Dogs: Please don't bring dogs Saturday, it will be hectic enough as is!
Tack & Apparel Sale: We will be having a tack/apparel sale as a fundraiser! Cash only.
Food: We will have food available for purchase - coffee, tea, hot chocolate, water pop, muffins, cookies, chips, chili (veggie & beef), hotdogs, chili dogs, and WALKING TACOS - YUM! Concessions will be CASH only.
Please let us know if you have any other questions! We are looking forward to a fun show on Saturday!
Nikki
Hey Raynham Riders!
We would like to invite you and your families to the 13th Annual Raynham Holiday & Awards Banquet! The banquet is open to ALL Raynham riders and their families, not just show team riders. We are so excited to be able to host an indoor banquet again this year. We will be returning to Nobleton Lakes Golf Club, which is just around the corner from the farm! There will be a silent auction, games with prizes, a delicious plated meal, a slide show, an awards presentation, and dancing! It is sure to be a FUN evening for all! Details are below!
A few other reminders:
Monday, October 24: Fall Session Remainder Due - Please let us know if you need your invoice resent.
Halloween Schooling Show: Saturday, October 29th - If you have not already registered, you can do so through the website. If you are not sure which level to enter, just enter and we will check with the coaches before finalizing start times.
We look forward to celebrating with you soon! And as always, we are striving to make Raynham the BEST place to ride. If you have any questions, please let us know!
Nikki, Amy, & the Raynham Team!
BANQUET DETAILS
When: Friday, November 18 at 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Where: Nobleton Lakes Golf Club
Tickets: $100 + HST = $113 for Adults, $50 + HST = $56.50 for Kid’s Plate
DINNER MENU
Butternut Squash Soup
Roasted Turkey with Gravy or Veggie Option Eggplant Parmesan
Served with all the fixings! - Harvest Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Artisan Dinner Rolls, and Butter Balls
Coffee/Tea, and Dessert!
The Kid’s Plate is chicken fingers, fries, and ice cream
If you would like to book tickets, please fill out this FORM and send payment via e-transfer to info@raynhamstables.com.
If you have something you would like to donate to the silent auction or prizes for the games/raffle, we would greatly appreciate your support! Please send us an email :)
Hey Raynham Riders,
We hope everyone is settling into their new routines and enjoying their riding lessons so far this session! Now that fall is officially here, we thought we would send out important dates, details about upcoming events, and reminders for the Fall session.
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, October 24 - Final payment of Fall Invoice DUE
Saturday, October 29 - Schooling Show (NO lessons)
Monday, October 31 - CLOSED for Halloween*
Friday, November 4 - Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Friday, November 18 - 13th Annual Raynham Holiday & Awards Banquet
Friday, December 23 - END of Fall session
UPCOMING EVENTS
Schooling Show - Saturday, October 29.
We are looking forward to hosting the fall Schooling Show. This show is open to all our current Raynham riders! It’s a low-key show with a fun, confidence boosting atmosphere, and great way to show off your talents to friends and family. Please also plan to wear a costume - it is almost Halloween after all!! For more information and to enter, please visit: https://www.raynhamstables.com/schooling-shows.html
Raynham Invades the Royal! - Friday, November 4th
We are looking into reserving some sky boxes to watch the indoor eventing night at the Royal in style! If you are interested in attending, please email and we will add you to the list to send the final details.
13th Annual Raynham Holiday & Awards Banquet - Friday, November 18th
Full details will be available shortly, but we wanted to send out a save-the-date! Looking forward to seeing everyone looking FANCY again at the Nobleton Lakes Golf Club!
Rider Level Testing - TBA
For those that did the rider level prep courses in the summer, we haven't forgotten about you! We are working to arrange a date for testing with a proctor and will be sending out details shortly.
REMINDERS
Fall Invoice Payment:
Thank you to everyone that has already paid their fall invoice in full. For those that have not yet paid, please note that the first installment is now past due. If you need your invoice resent, please let us know. The second installment for the fall session is DUE October 24.
Make-Up Lesson Scheduling:
Please be sure to email us as soon as you know you will be missing a lesson. Students are provided with TWO make-up lessons per session with more than 24 hours’ notice. Click here for the full Missed Lesson Policy.
Volunteers:
Are you interested in spending more time at the barn and helping out with the horses? We love having extra help and this is a great way to learn more about horsemanship. Current Raynham riders aged 12 and up are welcome! Just send us an email and we will send you more information along with a sign up sheet. Thank you!
Hey Raynham Riders,
Thank you for your patience in getting the schedule posted. I know I say this every year, but it really felt like an impossible puzzle this time. A huge thank you to Gabby for her many hours of help, I couldn’t have done it without her!
We really tried to ensure we did not assign anyone a time outside of their availability, but if we made a mistake, please let us know. As you can see, the schedule is very packed, so any change requests will be challenging.
There are a few returning riders that we were not able to accommodate, for many reasons. If any spots become available, you are absolutely at the top of the waiting list for those spaces.
ALL RIDERS - PLEASE FILL OUT THIS FORM TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE SEEN THE SCHEDULE AND CAN DO YOUR ASSIGNED TIME OR LET US KNOW IF THERE IS AN ISSUE BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2nd. https://forms.gle/RihfJrMiifHRzzvQ7
2022/2023 Session Dates:
Fall Session: Tuesday, September 6th - Friday, December 23rd
Winter Session: Saturday, January 7th - Friday, March 10th
Spring Session: Saturday, March 18th - Sunday, June 25th
Summer Session: Monday, July 3rd - Monday, August 28th
Instructor Schedule:
TENTATIVE 2022/2023 LESSON SCHEDULE
Hey Raynham Riders!