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FOR
RESERVATIONS
E-MAIL
Linda Baker
Or call Linda @
615-662-7512
CAMPGROUND
PHONE
931-582-4320
(During Rides Only)
E-MAIL
Owners
Linda & Tony Baker
E-MAIL Resident Guide
Dean Butler

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Wooded
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at Bucksnort Trail Ride can become a special part of your life.
The excitement and beauty of horseback riding on miles of wooded
trails give a unique thrill. If fun and relaxation are two of the
requirements for your vacation, you will feel right a home camping
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We hope
to make your visit one you will remember fondly forever!!
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MARK
YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE RIDES!
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2008
TRAIL RIDES |
| April
23-29 |
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April
21-27 |
| June
11-17 |
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June
9-15 |
| October
8-14 |
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October
6-12 |
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Greetings
To All our Trail Riders
We hope everyone has had a great summer and that
you are
making plans to join us for the week-long October
6-12 ride.
We hope to have the fall colors in place by this
date. Let's hope
that we have cool weather early so that the Florida
folk can
see the beautiful, fall colors in the Tennesseee
woods.
If you need to contact the Bakers regarding your
reservation, camp site, stalls, etc., the phone
number prior to the beginning weekend of the ride
is (615)662-7512. Linda's email is linda.baker@willis.com.
The email for Tony & Linda at home is bucksnorttr@comcast.net
They do not have access to the internet during the
ride, so hold all emails that week. During the ride,
the camp phone is (931)582-4320.
Tony and his gang have been busy
getting the grounds/stalls ready. Billy Hicks and
his staff have been working to get the mess hall
and kitchen ready. Jimmy Moore and a mounted work
crew will continue with trail clearing this coming
weekend. And Linda Baker, in her spare time, keeps
adding events to an already busy week.
Here's some activities scheduled for the October
ride this year:
First: Don't forget your costumes for the
Halloween contest Friday night, October 10! Also,
you might think about a dress-up outfit for riding
during the day, especially on the "Ladies Only"
ride led by Jamie Roberts and Rose Littrell. That
ride normally has several riders in costume, including
Shorty in drag. I understand his costume for this
year is being prepared in New Orleans. There will
be contests Friday night for kids and adults. The
time for these will be posted prior to Friday night.
Age groups, other than adults, for the contests
will also be posted.
Second: A Cowboy Wedding is scheduled at
7:30 p.m. in the mess hall on Friday, October 10.
Everyone has an invitation to attend. Getting the
evening meal over, the mess hall cleaned for a wedding,
music entertainment,costume contests, drawing of
the door prize, and dancing will present a challenge;
however, expect it to be done. Thanks to James Gee
who has agreed to provide music for the wedding.
We have had weddings at Bucksnort before, but I
believe this is the first time for a Cowboy Wedding.
You may want to bring something special to wear
to this event...be creative.
Third: The Fun Auction normally held on Thursday
night will be rescheduled for this ride. Be on the
lookout for an announcement of the day and time.
Don't forget to bring items for the auction. Tack,
horses, collectables, almost anything you can think
can be placed in the auction. Newcomers must remember
to register as a seller or buyer. A table will be
set up for that purpose prior to the time of the
auction.
Fourth: Musical intertainment both Thursday
and Friday nights @ 8:00 p.m. will be provided by
James Gee and his band. Wild Country will again
be with us Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights.
That means we will have five evenings of music,
entertainment, and dancing.
Fifth: Some of you already know about, or
have joined, a new trailriding Web site designed
for folks who like to ride in Middle Tennessee.
The site is for sharing tips on trail riding, horse
care, along with stories, posting of upcoming equine
events, and photos. The primary focus of the Web
site is on Middle Tennessee activities. I, along
with other Bucksnort riders, uploaded pictures this
week. You may be surprised to find a picture of
yourself, or a riding acquaintance, in the picture
gallery! You don't have to join in order to review
event announcement, review pictures, etc. If you
should join, I may ask you to sign up for My Posse
though I am not sure what the posse will do. Guess
we can find out together? The site can be accessed
by clicking on the following: http://tennesseetrails.ning.com/
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Since we have much cooler weather
this week in Middle Tennessee, pack appropriate
clothing for a variety of weather temperatures.
Also, don't forget the heater and/or the electic
blankets. I am sure some folks will bring horse
blankets, also.
Gary and Sharon Loux need a camper/trailer to rent
for use during the October ride at Bucksnort. If
you have one, or know about one, they would appreciate
hearing from you. Telephone number is (615)849-6639
and email is emmas@heartoftn.net
Hope to see many of you in October!
Tony and Linda Baker
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Invitation to a Western Wedding
You are invited to a Western Wedding on
Friday, October 10, 2008, 7:30 p.m.
in the Bucksnort Mess Hall
to celebrate the nuptials of
Deanne Koresdoski and Todd Walls.
We hope you will make your plans to participate
in the wedding
of two special friends and long-time Bucksnort trail
riders.
We have watched De grow from a delightful, little
sprite into a beautiful woman and have had the pleasure
of seeing Todd fall in love with her, showering
her with sincere love and devotion.
We know you join us in wishing Todd and Deanne the
greatest
of joy and happiness in the years to come.
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New Camp
Rules Effective June 2008
1. Anyone driving a motorized vehicle on Caney
Hollow Farm, including the Bucksnort Campground,
must have a valid state-issued driver's license.
No exceptions are to be tolerated. State of Tennessee
regulations will be enforced.
2. Pleasure riding is not appropriate in the campground
and no racking, running, or fast (canter) loping
will be permitted. The campground arena, nearby
fields and hundreds of miles of wooded trails are
open and appropriate for riders of all ages. If
you need information regarding rider expertise and
age-appropriate trails, inquire in the camp office.
Maps are also available.
3. Midnight is the designated quiet time for the
campground. Horseback riding, loud music, and loud
talking are not permitted after midnight. Parents
and guardian are to see that their children and
teens are physically present in assigned camp sites
at this time. No group activities in the campground,
creek areas, or trails will be permitted after midnight.
4. Night riding on the trails is discouraged. However,
special permission to ride trails after dark can
be obtained. See personnel in the office to arrange
for supervised trail riding after sundown. All night
riding must be supervised by a responsible adult.
5. Horseback riding, including the of swimming horses,
is prohibited in designated swim areas of Tumbling
Creek, including the swimming hole east of camp
and the area south of camp known as Hillbilly Beach.
Riders accessing trails near these sites are requested
to use extreme caution when crossing the creeks
at these two locations. There are many creek areas
that can be used for equine water activities. See
camp managers if more information is needed.
6. Proper dress attire is required in the Mess Hall.
Swim suits must be covered with tee shirts or other
types of coverups. Shoes are also required.
7. Smoking is not permitted in the Mess Hall and
Rest rooms. Smokers are requested to use extreme
caution in or around the barns, the campground,
and the trails.
Your cooperation in the implementation of these
rules is respectfully requested.
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To make reservations or obtain additional information,
call 913-582-4320 or send an email
to linda.baker@willis.com
(Feel free to use my mobile number to
contact me if you need
additional information or assistance: 615-430-4936)
You might be interested in reviewing Bucksnort related
messages, pictures, etc. at http://groups.google.com/group/bucksnort-trailriders
If you wish to join this group, or post information
and/or pictures, send an email to edbutler@bellsouth.net
Feel free to forward this bulletin to others that
you think might have interest. If you
know of individuals who might want to be
on the mailing list, have
them send an email to edbutler@bellsouth.net
(This will be changed to edbutler@att.net on or
about October 22.)
If you want to join the Bucksnort
Discussion Group, go to http://groups.google.com/group/bucksnort-trailriders.
However, you can read discussions and look at the
pictures without joining. If you are not a member
and wish to send a message or pictures to the group,
send the material in a reply to this email. Items
for sale and/or trade may be posted along with upcoming
equine events and related activities.
If you need more information about Bucksnort Trailride
or wish
to make reservations, contact Linda Baker at 615
662-7512
or send an email to linda.baker@willis.com
Happy trails,
Linda, Tony
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HORSE FUNNIES
(All horse lovers will understand the following)
1.People who don't take care of
their own horses will be the first ones to tell
you how to care for yours.
2.You should never buy a cheap girth!
3.A handsome horse who's badly behaved will become
a lot less attractive in about 15 minutes.
4.People who think they have nothing more to learn
about riding hit the ground the hardest.
5.Children and ponies are natural allies and often
have identical dispositions.
6.The richest horse people often look the poorest.
7.The closeness of a horse is one of the sweetest
smells in the world.
8.A solitary ride through the bush is more beneficial
than six months with the best psychiatrist.
9.The worse a person rides the more likely they
are going to blame it on the horse.
10.The best thing about going to the barn first
thing in the morning is that horses don't care
how you look.
11.If a dealer insists a horse is worth twice
what he's asking, he is probably worth half that
much.
12.The best way to appreciate how another person
rides is to get on their horse.
13.I can recognise another horse person no matter
what town, city, state, county or country I visit.
14.You can never have too many hoof picks.
15.It is not wise to argue with something that
outweighs you by 1,000 pounds
16.I'd rather have a horse with a perfect mind
than a perfect head.
17.Some folks believe that eight hours is too
long to be in the saddle!
18.If you think you have left the water on in
the barn you have; if you think you closed the
pasture gate, you didn't.
19.When someone asks you if you like their horse,
always say yes!
20.The happiest people I know own horses, dogs,
cats and at least one deranged goat.
21.If you're looking for the perfect horse you
will never own one.
22.Owning a horse can either make a marriage or
break it.
23.I'd rather lose my lipstick than my curb chain.
24.You shouldn't talk about your first place ribbon
to someone that came in second.
25.If someone says that a horse has a little buck,
believe me, it has a BIG BUCK.
26.If we need rain, schedule a horse show.
27.I've never warmed up to someone that didn't
care to visit my stables and meet the horses.
28.A clean barn and a sparkling horse are among
life's great pleasures.
29.Giving away horses can be expensive, specially
give-away horses.
30.No matter how badly behaved you are, your horse
always gives you a second chance.
31.A more expensive horse doesn't make a better
one.
32.An empty stable is not a "good thing".
33.Losing a horse can break your heart, but it
will have been worth it.
"If you can't imagine
life without a horse... DON'T!"
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TRAIL MANNERS
Brenda Cross (Florida)
• Be aware of the effect your actions have
on others, their horses and their property.
• Do not upset your co-rider's horses.
• Ride at a quiet, controlled pace.
• NEVER PASS OTHERS AT A GALLOP.
• Keep a safe distance...don't crowd others.
If your horse has a history of kicking, tie something
RED on the horse tail.........so others will be
cautious.
Note to Bucksnort: ESPECIALLY going UP and DOWN
hills...keep a good safe distance in case the
horse in front of you decides to change directions!
• STAY WITH A DISMOUNTED RIDER. If you are
going to lag very far behind tell others , so
they may be aware of where you are. Staying together,
riding in groups, helps us all ride safely and,
if help is needed, others are there
• Respect the property of others. (ie: lawns,
farm fields, crops, groves, livestock, etc.)
• Leave gates as you found them: Open gates
should remain open. Closed gates should remain
closed.
REMEMBER! If you mind your manners others won't
mind when you and your horse return to ride.
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BUCKSNORT TRAILRIDER'S SHOP 'N SWAP
You can review it at
http://groups.google.com/group/bucksnort-trailriders.
You may also want to join this group or post a message.
If you should visit this web site, be sure to look
at some of the pictures
made at Bucksnort and other locations in recent
months.
More pictures will be posted soon.
You are invited to post pictures and articles about
your trailriding experiences, regardless of where
they might be. You may also post inquiries regarding
trailriding locations and events; questions regarding
horse health, tack, training, breeding; etc.
REGISTER
EARLY!
Stalls and campsites are limited,
so register no later than 14 days
prior to the first day of the ride. Reservations
are accepted on a first come basis, so mail your
reservation form, $10 per person, $10 per campsite
and stall reservation fee of $20 per stall, as early
as possible. Deposits are applied to the total amount
due. If you phone in for reservations, a deposit
must be received within one week of your call or
your campsite and/or stalls will be rented to someone
else.
ENTERTAINMENT
We will offer live country/western
music, dancing, a fun action (bring your items to
sell), horse games for all ages, bon fires and prizes.
We have creek swimming for those hot summer days.
Opening night will be a time for getting acquainted
with your host and fellow trail riders. Each day
we offer three (3) rides; a 1/2 slow, a 1/2 day
fast and an all day ride.
PRIZES!!
Along the trail, maybe in the campgrounds, your
never know where they will show up! There will be
3 colored horseshoes good for
free prizes when found.
ON ALL 3 RIDES, when the ORANGE
horseshoe is found, it is good for one free week,
one stall and one campsite
with electricity for the
following year.
A free belt buckle will be given
to each trail rider who attends one full week
for 5, 10, 15 or 20 years.
Every Friday night, there will a
drawing for $250. The names come
from the list when you register (full week, paying
riders). So be sure you are registered! You must
be present to win!
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SPECIAL
RIDES
Special rides for groups (club rates
available) by the week or weekend. Call (615) 662-7512
or write for more information. |
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LOCATION
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2887
Poplar Grove Road McEwen, Tennessee
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DIRECTIONS
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Coming
from Memphis: I-40 EAST, Exit 152, left on Hwy 230 - Go 6.3
miles, right on Bold Springs Road, go about 1.7 miles(watch for
dangerous intersection), turn right(yield) on Poplar Grove Road,
go 2.9 miles.
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Nashville: I-40 West to the Exit 152, right on Hwy 230, use
the above directions for the rest of your journey!! |
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