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The Green Horse
Promoting the equestrian lifestyle within a sustainable environment

August 2005

The official newsletter of Horses for Clean Water,
http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com
Published by Alayne Blickle, Director of Horses for Clean Water

This month's sponsor: SweetPDZ Horse Stall Refresher

In this issue...   
*    Message from Alayne: Victory Lap
*    Controlling Creeping Buttercup in Pastures
*    Worm Queen, Mary Appelhof, Passes Away
*    Diesel Fuel
*    Farm Focus: Simpatico Stables
*    Farm Focus: Rott-N-Ridge Ranch
*    Educational Events

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Message from Alayne: Victory Lap
This past Saturday was a grand day; warm temperatures and sunny skies made
for the ultimate summer riding weather. It was made even more perfect by a
special trail ride Matt and I took to the Snohomish River in Lord Hill Park,
a 1500-acre multi-use Snohomish County Park. It was so much fun! My horse
Pepper loves water and it was simply delightful to see her play, literally
play, in the water. Being there with Pepper and watching her be so happy
meant a great deal to me. In fact, as I sat there on her I realized it felt
like a victory lap. And let me tell you why... Click here
<http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com/thegreenhorse/08_2005.html#article1> to
read the rest of Alayne's message.

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Quote of the Month
"I don't ride my saddle, I ride my horse."
Ray Hunt, from the new book Cowboy Logic

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Controlling Creeping Buttercup in Pastures
Yellow flowering weeds are a common sight in most pastures; some of them are
relatively harmless while others can be dangerous to your horse's health and
the productivity of your pastures. For example, mustards or dandelions that
can be tolerated and do not cause much damage. However, buttercups are
something to watch out for--they are often ignored until they have become a
major problem. Click here
<http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com/thegreenhorse/08_2005.html#article2> to
learn ways to manage buttercup in your pastures.

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Worm Queen, Mary Appelhof, Passes Away
Many of you may have heard Alayne speak enthusiastically in her classes
about worm bin composting and the ÒBibleÓ of worm composting Worms Eat My
Garbage. Click here
<http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com/thegreenhorse/08_2005.html#article3> to
read the full article.

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Biodiesel
Ever think about how that big rig you drive may not exactly be the best
thing for conserving fuel and reducing our nation's dependence on oil? Well,
now your one-ton dually can actually be environmentally sensitive because
biodiesel fuel is becoming increasingly more available in the Puget Sound
Region. Click here
<http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com/thegreenhorse/08_2005.html#article4> to
read the full article.

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Farm Focus: Simpatico Stables
Thursday, August 25th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Redmond, WA
Imagine a commercial boarding facility with 6 hours of mud-free daily
turnout for each of 43 horses! In downtown Redmond! With access to an
indoor, outdoor arena, track AND trails! Click
here
<http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com/thegreenhorse/08_2005.html#article5a> to
read the full article.

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Farm Focus: Rott-N-Ridge Ranch Recycles!!
Saturday, September 17th, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Smokey Point/Arlington, WA
From recycling horse manure to rainwater harvesting this 5-acre farm
definitely reduces and reuses! Click here
<http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com/thegreenhorse/08_2005.html#article5b> to
read the full article.

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Educational Events
Meet HCW Staff at these upcoming events this summer and fall. Visit the
Educational Events page for detailed class descriptions.

Redmond, WA
Simpatico Stable Tour
Thursday, August 25th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Simpatico Stable
FREE! To register and receive a map contact the King Conservation District
at 425-277-5581x125 or e-mail <Roseanne.Campagna@kingcd.org>.

Marysville, WA
The HCW Winter Horse Farm Management Series
Tuesday evenings, September 20th to October 18th, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Kellogg-Marsh Grange, Marysville, WA
To register or for more information contact the Snohomish Conservation
District at 425-335-5634x4.

Stanwood, WA
Rott-N-Ridge Ranch Farm Tour
Saturday, September 17th, 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon
FREE! To register or for more information contact the Snohomish Conservation
District at 425-335-5634x4.

North King County, WA
Free Classes for Livestock Owners
date and place TBA
For registration or more details call the King Conservation District at
425-277-5581x125.

Monroe, WA
HorseÕn Around on Lord Hill
Saturday, October 1st, 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon
COST: $5 per household or free to 4H households. To register and receive
directions contact the Snohomish Conservation District at 425-335-5634x4.

Kirkland, WA
Winter Horse Farm Management Series
Wednesday evenings, October 5th to 26th, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
To register or for more information call 425-576-3851 or e-mail
<sgonsar@ci.kirkland.wa.us>.

Renton, WA
Workshops for Livestock Owners
Thursday evenings, October 13th to November 3rd, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
This fall join the King Conservation District for four FREE workshops on
livestock management practices. To register or for more information call
425-277-5581x125 or e-mail <Roseanne.Campagna@kingcd.org>.

Brush Prairie, WA
HorseÕn Around in Clark County
Saturday October 22nd, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Clark Conservation District office
Join HCW and Clark Conservations District for a full dayÕs workshop on mud,
manure and pasture management options.
COST: $12 per person, which includes lunch and handouts. Registration is
limited--to register or for more information call 360-883-1987.

San Juan Islands, WA
HCW Horse Farm Management Workshops
Saturday, October 29th, details TBD
Pasture, manure and mud management workshop. To register or for more
information call 360-378-6621 or e-mail <heatherh@rockisland.com>.

Click here 
<http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com/thegreenhorse/08_2005.html#article6> to
find out more details about these events.

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If you have any questions or would like to submit an article for publication
in The Green Horse <http://www.horsesforcleanwater.com/thegreenhorse/>,
please e-mail info@horsesforcleanwater.com.



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