Hi everyone!
Remember when I mentioned we had a horseback riding trip coming up September 17th? I hope you saved the date, because here it is! (And don't forget the campout at Silverbrook the weekend of the 9-10th for those of you that signed up for it before!) Here's the link to the sign up page for horseback riding, and following are some important details and things to bring with and complete beforehand.
Girl Scout Troop 8035
Trip to Sun Fire Stables (33822A Hwy 20, East Troy)
Sunday, September 17th, 2017
Enjoy a day at Sun Fire Stables where we will be entertained with a fun equine educational experience! No previous training with horses necessary. The girls will get hands-on experience with handling, feeding, grooming, saddling, and riding horses as well as earn their first Cadettes Girl Scout badge in the process. Weather permitting, our trip will also include a hayride. SFS has been approved by the Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast.
Price per Girl Scout is $35 (As always, if that would be a burden, let me know and the troop can cover some or all of the cost, no questions.)
Please RSVP by Sunday August 27th.
We will meet at the Skibicki house between 12:30-1:00, and will leave at 1:00 SHARP by carpool to SFS.
The girls will return to the Skibicki house after the event; approximately 6:00-6:30 PM.
Adult chaperones are welcome and may join the girls riding horses for $35. If you don't want to ride a horse, but want to join us, the cost is only $5.
IMPORTANT INFO:
1. Please fill out the Girl Scout waiver and permission slip. And bring it with you at drop off. MANDATORY https://www.gswise.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gswise/documents/Horseback%20Riding%20Guidelines.pdf
2. SFS requires an Indemnity Form for each participant which must be signed and returned to Troop prior to the event. ALSO MANDATORY http://www.sunfirestables.com/images/PDF_Files/SFS_IndemnityForm.pdf
3. All participants must wear a helmet (you may bring your bike helmet). You may also borrow a helmet from SFS.
4. All horse riding participants must wear closed-toed shoes with a minimum of a ½ heel. You may also borrow a pair of boots from SFS.
5. All participants must wear long pants.
6. Dress for the weather – wear warm but comfortable clothing. A warm sweatshirt or jacket is mandatory as the stables and fields can be cold.
7. Indoor riding arena will be used in the case of inclement weather.
8. Bring a water bottle, drawstring bag, and a second pair of shoes to change into for the trip home (as your shoes may get muddy).
Happy Scouting!
Aleks Skibicki
