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Come Ride in Our Trailride Fundraiser |
Horseback riders enjoy the amazing back country on the Work Ranch |
The historic Work Ranch is hosting a trailride to benefit CattleWomen Scholarships and Beef Promotion Projects. Event registration is at 8:30 am with the ride starting at 9:00 am on Sunday, September 12, 2010. The horseback ride includes morning coffee, treats and a barbeque lunch. The cost is $75 per rider, limited to the first 100 to register. Be sure to invite your friends so they don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!
Contact Kelly Work at 805-467-3362. The working cattle ranch is located east of San Miguel, California. Please visit their website for a map and directions. |
Olympic Champion Meets CattleWomen |
Gina Miles smiles as she holds her Olympic Silver Medal |
Gina Miles spoke before a packed room of SLO CattleWomen to share her journey from the Pony Club as a young girl to riding as an Olympic medalist. The SLO Cattlewoman hosted a luncheon at the McLintock's Restaurant in Paso Robles on January 14th.
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Gina Miles shares photos of her riding career |
Gina explained that eventing is not breed specific and she grew up competing on horses including an Arab and Appaloosa. She also noted that in the Olympics the Equestrian event is one where men and women compete equally.
The amazing horse she rode to Olympic glory is McKinlaigh from Ireland who will turn 16 years old this year. McKinlaigh stands at 17.3 hands tall. The pair trained for 30 days in England before heading to China.
McKinlaigh could not compete in the Athens Olympics due to breathing problems caused by a pulminary bleed. After a complete recovery McKinlaigh went on to win Silver at the Bejing Olympics. |
CattleWomen enjoy meeting Gina and holding her medal |
| To learn more about Gina Miles and her amazing journey please visit her website. |
Madonna Inn Hosts Luncheon and Fashion Show |
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CattleWomen strut their stuff at the Madonna Inn's Garden Room for their November meeting. My Favorite Things Boutique of Madonna Inn provided the stunning outfits for the models including all the accessories. The show was organized with commentary by boutique manager, Cheri Humphrey. |
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CattleWomen models were: Judi Forster, Caroline Bello, Carla Young, Lorraine Cagliero, Ann Cochrane, Susan Diefenderfer, Jan Cooper, Lu Gordon, and Kayleen Kester. |
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Kevin Kester, President Elect of California Cattlemen, addressed the crowd about legislative issues that directly impact the cattle ranching business. Brandy Swain of SLO County Sheriff's Rural Crime Watch informed the group about their identification program for protecting heavy equipment. Sheriff candidate Jerry Lenthall addressed the crowd with his campaign platform. The meeting was very informative while all enjoyed a delicious beef entree prepared and served by the Madonna Inn. A raffle for numerous prizes was held with the grand prize of a beautiful handmade quilt. |
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Nola Twissleman won the raffle for a beautiful cowboy pattern quilt at the Madonna Inn event. |
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| Harris Ranch and Spencer's Markets partnered with SLO CattleWomen to sponsor beef promotion through beef discount coupons and "green" reusable shopping bags. |
4-H Club members teamed with CattleWomen to promote beef with free recipes and cooking safety tips in front of Spencer's Market locations. |
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