The Sonoma County Horse Council is looking for dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. Help shape the future of equestrian life in Sonoma County! Nominations close March 5th.

Advertise in the Horse Journal

Whatever your business or nonprofit, if it’s horse related, you need to advertise in the Horse Journal.

If you have questions about advertising in the Horse Journal, please contact us.

Design services available at a nominal charge. Contact Kari Ontko to learn more.

Submission Deadlines

• December 1 (Winter Issue)

• March 1 (Spring Issue)

• June 1 (Summer Issue)

• September 1 (Fall Issue)

Advertise in the Horse Journal

Whatever your business or nonprofit, if it’s horse related, you need to advertise in the Horse Journal.

If you have questions about advertising in the Horse Journal, please contact us.

Design services available at a nominal charge. Contact Kari Ontko to learn more.

Submission Deadlines

• December 1 (Winter Issue)

• March 1 (Spring Issue)

• June 1 (Summer Issue)

• September 1 (Fall Issue)

Celebrate the Sonoma County Horse Council's Summer BBQ & Fundraiser!

Join us for a gathering of horse-loving
friends and family

When: August 25, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Where: The Wine Country Polo Field at Wild Oak Saddle Club
550 White Oak Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95409

Come enjoy a delicious BBQ feast, engage with fellow horse enthusiasts, and support our efforts in promoting and protecting the equestrian community in Sonoma County. The Wine Country Polo Field’s beautiful setting at Wild Oak Saddle Club offers a perfect backdrop for an afternoon of camaraderie and celebration.

Arrive early to watch the Wine Country Polo Club USPA Constitution Cup Tournament. Learn More.

SCHC Business Members are encouraged to bring information about their businesses to share. Your ticket to the BBQ and an RSVP to info@sonomacountyhorsecouncil.org is all that is required to participate.

Note: The Sonoma County Horse Council's General Meeting will take place at 11:00 AM, prior to the Summer BBQ. We encourage all members to attend and contribute to the continued success and growth of our equestrian community.

Your participation helps us continue our mission to support local equestrian activities and education. Get your tickets online.

To best enjoy viewing the Polo match, we recommend bringing blankets or camping chairs. There will be plentiful picnic tables and benches under shade for socializing and bbq lunch.

*Please keep your pups and ponies at home for this event.

SADLY, DUE TO A LACK OF INTEREST, WE MUST CANCEL THE JUNE 22 TRAILERING SAFETY COURSE

14th Sonoma County Horse Council
Equus Awards Gala and Fundraiser

May 11, 2024 at 5:00pm

Friedman Event Center
4676 Mayette Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95405

Individual Tickets: $125
Table of Ten: $1,250

At the time of ticket purchase, please include your guests’ names. Or, you may email: schc.epalmer@gmail.com, separately.

Save the Date: Saturday, December 16th

Holiday Bazaar at the Barn, A Benefit for SERRA Equine Rescue

• When: Saturday, December 16th from 2pm-5pm

• Where: 3736 Roblar Road, Petaluma, CA 94952  

• How much: $20 Adults, $5 kids under 12 (pay at the barn)

• Parking: Free

Sonoma County Driving and Riding Club Holiday Celebration

Date- 12/2/23

Where- at the clubhouse on the Fairgrounds (gate code tbd.)

When- 5pm Happy Hour, 6pm dinner, to be followed by installation of 2024 officers

Gift exchange-bring a gift to exchange with same sex friend ($10 max)

Menu- Ham, Potatoes, Green Beans, Salad and Dessert

SCDRC, CART, and SCHC members $20, guests $25, and kids 12 and under $12

Please RSVP (required) by November 29th to Fran Bengtsson, 707-373-1624

October 14, 2023

Attention all trailer drivers! SCHC is proud to sponsor a trailering safety course that is suitable for all levels of ability.

This informative course is designed to equip you with essential knowledge and skills that will help you become a safer and more responsible driver. Whether you're a seasoned driver or a beginner, you'll gain valuable insights into trip preparation, driving do's & don'ts, safety guidelines, and emergency procedures.

You'll also learn trailering techniques for backing, turning, and U-turns, which will give you the confidence to handle any situation on the road.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enhance your trailering skills and stay safe on the road.

Join us for a fun evening of delicious food, local wine, live music, dancing, and sweet auction items! 

• Our evening kicks off with beverages and social hour. Napa Yard has been generous in hosting all of us for the evening. We want to support them for supporting trails. Social hour drinks are available at the cash bar with an RTA dedicated bartender!

• We have a delicious Paella dinner followed by dessert. A wonderful selection of complimentary premium local wines will be served with dinner.

• After dinner, the fun continues with our auction hosted by none other than the entertaining Pio Roda Group!

• To wrap up the evening, enjoy live music and dancing on the green by The Pulsators. The Pulsators are in a league of their own with their style of California Gumbo, a spicy mix of hard driving Rockin’ Rhythm and Blues, New Orleans style funk and Rock Steady Reggae. 

• Proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards continuing to support our work to bring more trails and better trails to your favorite locations. Support will provide trail team tools, equipment, maintenance on trails and equipment, support volunteer projects, our career paths program, and much much more. 

Time to put some dates on your calendars !

August 23 - Play Day

more dates to come !

AND if you’re a member, you’re invited to spend Saturday nights before each play day for a fun camp out!

Time for some fun!

Questions? Contact: info@russianriverrodeo.com

Time to put some dates on your calendars !

August 22 - Barrel Race

August 23 - Play Day

more dates to come !

AND if you’re a member, you’re invited to spend Saturday nights before each play day for a fun camp out!

Time for some fun!

Questions? Contact: info@russianriverrodeo.com

While the SCHC does not take a position, for or against equine-related events and individuals, it is our charge to provide information to our constituents in an even-handed fashion.

The SCHC is providing this information for those of you who wish to sign the petition and/or attend the Board of Supervisors meeting with regards to the horrible incident that occurred last month involving the horse attacked and killed by its owner's dog.

Petition link: Investigate and Reform SC Animal Control procedures to protect suffering horses

https://www.change.org/.../investigate-and-reform-sonoma...

Meeting information:

Board of Supervisors Meeting: Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. Location: 575 Administration Dr., Room 102A, Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Come out to the Sonoma County Fair Wednesday, August 10 between 3-5pm and watch Erika Jansson exhibit the essence of Cavaletti. She'll be performing at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds Horseplay Arena presented by the Sonoma County Horse Council.

Come out to the Sonoma County Fair Wednesday, August 9 between 3-5pm and watch David Lawson and local Sonoma County Barrel Racers show their stuff. They'll be performing at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds Horseplay Arena presented by the Sonoma County Horse Council.

Come out to the Sonoma County Fair Tuesday, August 8 between 3-5pm and watch Jesse Saldana Training Center exhibit Arabian show horses in the disciplines of Western Pleasure, Hunter Division, and Halter, as well as, Charlie Weintraub with Ride off Ranch showcasing 5 kids Jumping and English riding, and Clydesdale pas de deux!

Jesse Saldana Training Center will exhibit Arabian show horses in the disciplines of Western Pleasure, Hunter Division, and Halter at the Sonoma County Fair on August 8th at the Horseplay Arena, presented by the Sonoma County Horse Council.

Jesse has developed a formula for success, bringing his beautiful show horses from the halter division into performance.

Come and see a western pleasure style demonstration that shows the horses relaxed and slow but collected gait cadence, along with calm and responsive disposition. The horse is to show he is a pleasure to ride, smooth-moving and very comfortable.

He will also demonstrate a Halter horse class where the horse is shown "in hand" which means they are lead, not ridden, and judged on their confirmation and suitability as breeding stock.

Website - www.jessesaldans.com

Follow on Instagram:@jessesaldanatraining

Follow on Facebook @JesseSaldana