Local club back in the saddle for 2019 season
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April 4, 2019
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DESENSITIZING EQUINE – Sanders County Rocky Ridge Saddle Club held an obstacle course fundraiser last year for Emma Swanson (above) who suffered injuries sustained in an accident. The group continues to give back to the community by supporting Cowgirls Kickin' Cancer, Sanders County 4-H, and will now sponsor a scholarship for continued education related to equine.
For 45 years now, the Sanders County Rocky Ridge Saddle Club (SCRRSC) has been encouraging aspiring and seasoned horse lovers to participate in equine-related activities spanning all ages.
"We are a group of outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy the benefits of the natural resources of Montana," SCRRSC member Leanne Smith said. She also shared that the club is a nonprofit organization and donates back to the community.
"Our donations have gone towards Sanders County 4-H for many years," commented Smith. "We have helped the Cowgirls Kickin' Cancer by hosting a Cancer Awareness O-mok-see, and we just started a SCRRSC scholarship for our members to further their education in horsemanship."
The club will be opening their arena, located at 89 Government Mountain Road, Noxon, on Saturday, April 13 for a free "Meet and Greet" day. Between the hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. everyone is welcome to attend the event whether they have a horse or not. Smith stated that their concession stand will be open for the event serving food and beverages.
The next SCRRSC event will be an "Obstacle Course" day taking place on April 28 at noon with a potluck following. "What a better way to dust off the saddle and gear up for this riding season," Smith said referencing the obstacle event. She encourages horse enthusiasts to attend and walk through the course to help desensitize their equine.
Smith reiterated that everyone, whether they own a horse or not, is welcome to join SCRRSC, founded in 1974. "We invite you to come and see what's happening at the arena this year and help support SCRRSC support Sanders County," said Smith.
More information on the club can be found on Facebook under "Sanders County Rocky Ridge Saddle Club." Smith can be contacted at 847-2363.
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