Special Moments at MGH

Happy Birthday, Mr. Tim!

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MGH Arena 2011-2012 Calendar

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To view a printable copy, go to: http://xa.yimg.com/kq/groups/18332385/913183729/name/horse+barn+calendar.pdf

4th Annual Volunteer Ride-A-Thon

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For a printable copy, go to this link:

http://xa.yimg.com/kq/groups/18332385/585076501/name/Ride+a+thon.pdf

I SAW A CHILD

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I Saw a Child

I saw a child who couldn't walk,

sit on a horse, laugh and talk.

Then ride it through a field of daisies

and yet he could not walk unaided.

I saw a child, no legs below,

sit on a horse, and make it go

through woods of green

and places he had never been

to sit and stare

except from a chair.

I saw a child who could only crawl,

mount a horse and sit up tall.

Put it through degrees of paces

and laugh at the wonder in our faces.

I saw a child born into strife,

take up and hold the reins of life

and that same child was heard to say,

Thank God for showing me the way.

-John Anthony Davies

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A Day at the Horse Barn!

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To see all the photos taken May 8, 2009, go to:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethshurbutt/sets/72157617791756971/

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Competitive Trail Ride at MGH Arena & Summer Camp Week

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Competitive Trail Ride at MGH Arena

Saturday, May 23, 2009

8:00 a.m. midafternoon is our Competitive Trail Ride

We need all the help we can get. The first group of kids will ride 9am-11am, lunch is 11am-12pm, then the 2nd group will ride 12pm-2pm. We will be on Mr. Greene's property, the cabin by the creek. Lunch will be burgers, hotdogs, chips, and smores. We will have activities for the kids while they are not on the horses. (ex. fishing, arts & crafts, volleyball, etc...) If you are able to volunteer please let me know as soon as possible so I can make a schedule.

Summer Camp Week:
June 15 - 19

Monday 2:30-4:30
Tuesday 11:00-2:00 & 5:30-8:30
Wednesday 8:00-11:00 & 1:30-4:30
Thursday 11:00-2:00
We need about 10 volunteers for each time slot. There will be arts & crafts, barn activity, horseback riding and also a hay ride. The kids will rotate through each activity. It is so much fun and the kids have a blast.

I hope that you will be able to participate. Please let me know what time and day you would like to volunteer.
Maegan Fridal

MGH Riders with Disabilities Horse Show - Ribbon Results

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MGH Riders with Disabilities Horse Show
Ribbon Results

Walk Division

Equitation 1b)
1st Place: Chad Westbrook
2nd Place: Jacob Seago

Obstacle 4b)
1st Place: Jacob Seago
2nd Place: Chad Westbrook

Pin Point Pole Bending 7b)
1st Place: Chad Westbrook
2nd Place: Jacob Seago
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Trot Division

Equitation 2b) Class 1
1st Place: Brandon Sivley
2nd Place: Daniel McCurdy
3rd Place: Victor Wallace
4th Place: Erik Goldberg (MTRC)

Obstacle 5b) Class 1
1st Place: Victor Wallace
2nd Place: Daniel McCurdy
3rd Place: Brandon Sivley
4th Place: Erik Goldberg

Pin Point Pole Bending 8b) Class 1
1st Place: Brandon Sivley
2nd Place: Daniel McCurdy
3rd Place: Erik Goldberg
4th Place: Victor Wallace

Equitation 2b) Class 2
1st Place: Danny Woodard
2nd Place: Andrew Brown
3rd Place: Shelley Davis (MTRC)
4th Place: Susan Lannigan (MTRC)

Obstacle 5b) Class 2
1st Place: Danny Woodard
2nd Place: Andrew Brown
3rd Place: Susan Lannigan (MTRC)
4th Place Shelley Davis (MTRC)

Pin Point Pole Bending 8b) Class 2
1st Place: Andrew Brown
2nd Place: Danny Woodard
3rd Place: Shelley Davis (MTRC)
4th Place Susan Lannigan (MTRC)
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Canter Division

Equitation 3a)
1st Place: Michael Steele
2nd Place: Meesha Whisenant
3rd Place: TeChana Dunklin
4th Place: Ray Thacker
5th Place: Brittney Fisher

Obstacle 6a)
1st Place: TeChana Dunklin
2nd Place: Meesha Whisenant
3rd Place: Brittney Fisher (tied with Ray Thacker- both awarded 3rd Place)
3rd Place: Ray Thacker (Tied with Brittney Fisher- both awarded 3rd Place)
4th Place: Michael Steele

Pin Point Pole Bending 9a)
1st Place: TeChana Dunklin
2nd Place: Ray Thacker
3rd Place: Meesha Whisenant
4th Place: Brittney Fisher
5th Place: Michael Steele

MGH Featured on "Time Well Spent"

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October 24, 2008

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Barn Dances on YouTube!

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2008 Volunteer Appreciation Barn Dance

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2008

First Ever

"Wild Wild West"

Volunteer Appreciation Barn Dance

The Greene's Barn

A special thanks goes to all who combined their efforts and talents to make the 1st Ever Volunteer Appreciation Barn Dance a night to remember.

As a volunteer, I felt much appreciated by the work that went into this party. We were safely directed where to park as we approached the Green's Barn. As we exited our vehicle, we were escorted by handsome young members of the Rider's Club.

The tents awaiting us were adorned with hanging lights and under them were tables decorated with western boots, fall foliage, and warmly lit candles.

Mr. Tim Greene spent a couple days smoking brisket which was served on buns, accompanied by potato salad, baked, beans, and a warm chocolate-chip cookie. The riders club waited on us hand and foot and made sure our cups were filled with tea and our plates had enough food.

Following the meal entertainment was provided by the Riding Club Members who had prepared some exciting dances! They invited all attending to participate, and there were smiles and laughter abundant.

The Cake Walk proved to be only for the strong of heart and swift of feet. The students giggled and laughed as they made their moves to reach the winning chair!

Thank you again, all involved, for making this an evening we won't soon forget. We're all looking forward to the 2nd Annual Appreciation Dance!

Photos can be downloaded at:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethshurbutt/sets/72157608152565783/

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A Horse of a Different Color!

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Special Moments at MGH - October 3, 2008

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New Roof Completed! Your Help Still Needed!

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A world renowned rehabilitation and recreation program for children and adults who are deaf, blind, and multidisabled, the MGHSE program is the largest facility in the nation serving those with disablilities. MGHSE provides therapeutic and recreational activities in addition to hippotherapy, controlled physical therapy on horseback, to more than 350 AIDB students per year.

The MGHSE arena has completed the new metal roof. The leaking washers and brittle skylights caused the insulation and cloth to deteriorate and fall, requiring that the interior of the facility be constantly monitored nad protected. The cost to replace the roof was estimated at $149,877. The Susan Mott Webb Charitable Trust, Birmingham, kicked off the campaign with a $25,000 gift. Many other donors followed suit, but we still need your help! Due to the rising prices of materials, the final cost was $190,000.00, leaving us with a $40,000.00 shortfall.

If you would like to make a donation to the new roof or the center, please send a check to:
MGH Foundation
29401 AL Hwy 21 South
Talladega, AL 35160
attn: Tim Greene

Or you may pay by credit card by callin:
Sonya Moses with teh AIDB/MGH Foundation and give her your information.
(Don't forget to let her know it is for the MGH Foundation Account)
(256) 761-3318

Volunteering at the Horse Barn is Fun!!!

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Misty Grows Up!

2008-08-05T07:46:00.001-05:00

Misty is now 3 months old and will soon be leaving MGH Arena.

Volunteer Meetings Scheduled!!

2008-08-03T20:35:00.002-05:00

RETURNING VOLUNTEERS ORIENTATION MEETING

Monday, August 4, 2008

3 - 5 p.m.

We aske that everyone who is planning on volunteering the 2008-2009 year to participate. It will only be for returning volunteers and serves as a review to whatyou already know. Also, some of the training will be held outside which is hot. Please dress comfortably and cool.

NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION MEETING

Wednesday, August 6, 2008

9:00 a.m. - Noon

Marianna Greene Henry Special Equestrians

29401 AL Hwy. 21 South

Talledega, AL 35160

If you have any questions, please call Maegan, Elizabeth, or Kate at

256-751-3364

Misty, the new colt

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A Day of Volunteering at the Horse Barn . . .

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A Day at the Horse Barn . . .

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