Events Packed With Smiles and Trail Tales!
CONFIRMED 2026 RIDES, EVENTS & MEETINGS
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FROM THE PRESIDENT
HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY
I know it doesn’t seem like it today with the negative temps, mountain high
snowbanks, but the Daylight-saving time is (March 8th) and the First day of spring is
(March 20) will be here soon!
I can't wait to truck through those muddy roads.
At least we can get the horses out for a short ride, it’s been a long winter for sure.
Hopefully our riding season is just around the corner.
We have been working on some new rides and ramping up some old ones.
See you soon.
FROM THE PRESIDENT
HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY
I know it doesn’t seem like it today with the negative temps, mountain high
snowbanks, but the Daylight-saving time is (March 8th) and the First day of spring is
(March 20) will be here soon!
I can't wait to truck through those muddy roads.
At least we can get the horses out for a short ride, it’s been a long winter for sure.
Hopefully our riding season is just around the corner.
We have been working on some new rides and ramping up some old ones.
See you soon.
The calendar below is for 2026, it says last year and will be updated soon, updates everywhere, email us with what you notice can be updated!
DRHC Calendar of Events
2025 Schedule
□ Regular Meeting Location
Office Building at Barre Town · 149 Websterville Road, Barre, VT 05641
Thursdays at 6:30 PM — Available in person, via Zoom, or call-in. Details in the newsletter.
Office Building at Barre Town · 149 Websterville Road, Barre, VT 05641
Thursdays at 6:30 PM — Available in person, via Zoom, or call-in. Details in the newsletter.
Recap — January / February
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Feb 19 |
DRHC Meeting Meeting
See minutes listed in the newsletter.
|
March
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mar 19 |
DRHC Meeting Meeting
Thursday 6:30 PM · Regular meeting location. Feel free to bring a snack!
|
April
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Apr 16 |
DRHC Annual Meeting Meeting
Thursday 6:30 PM · Regular meeting location. A head count is needed to order food.
Contact: Annette Deberville · 802-522-9242 · [email protected]
|
May
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 16–17 |
DRHC Spring Kickoff at VASHR New Ride
Hosted by VASHR Homestead · 1081 Cross Rd, Bridport, VT 05734
Overnight trailers limited to 7 — first-come, first-served. Must call ahead. Contact: Amanda Sheppard · 802-758-5045 (landline) · 802-349-4131 (cell)
|
| May 16–17 |
Hannah Polson Driving Clinic Clinic
Midstate location. (Also June 13–14 & August 15–16)
Contact: Reva Seybolt · 802-685-2244 · [email protected]
|
| May 21 |
DRHC Meeting Meeting
Thursday 6:30 PM · Regular meeting location. Feel free to bring a snack!
|
June
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Jun 5–7 |
Horsing Around on Hidden Acres Camping
Horse camping weekend.
Contact: Helen Hipp · 802-238-0822 · [email protected]
|
| Jun 13–14 |
Hannah Polson Driving Clinic Clinic
Midstate location.
Contact: Reva Seybolt · 802-685-2244 · [email protected]
|
| Jun 18 |
DRHC Meeting Meeting
Thursday 6:30 PM · Regular meeting location. Feel free to bring a snack!
|
| Jun 20–21 |
DRHC 18th Annual Father's Day Trail Ride Ride
Deberville/Lyons Porker Ride.
Contact: Jim or Annette · 802-522-9242
|
July
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| July |
No DRHC Meeting this month No Meeting
|
August
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug 15–16 |
Hannah Polson Driving Clinic Clinic
Midstate location.
Contact: Reva Seybolt · 802-685-2244 · [email protected]
|
| Aug 15–16 |
DRHC Farr's Trail Ride — Waterbury Ride
Contact: Jim and/or Annette · 802-522-9242
|
| Aug 20 |
DRHC Meeting Meeting
Thursday 6:30 PM · Regular meeting location. Feel free to bring a snack!
|
| Aug 21–23 |
DRHC 2nd Addison County Ride Ride
Jen Lowe and Charlie DuVic's farm · 2474 East Street, Bridport, VT 05734
Please RSVP if attending or with questions. Contact: Meg Costello · [email protected] · 802-355-0461
|
September
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| September |
No DRHC Meeting this month No Meeting
|
| Sep 17–20 |
Tunbridge Fair Horse Show & Gymkhana Show
|
| Sep 25–27 |
DRHC Murder Mystery Ride — Waterford, VT Ride
4002 Duck Pond Road, Lower Waterford, VT 05891
Contact: Robin Schunk · 802-426-3566
|
October
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Oct 15 |
DRHC Meeting Meeting
Thursday 6:30 PM · Regular meeting location. Feel free to bring a snack!
|
November
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Nov 12–15 |
Equine Affaire Show
1305 Memorial Ave, W. Springfield, MA 01089
|
| Nov 19 |
DRHC Meeting Meeting
Thursday 6:30 PM · Regular meeting location. Feel free to bring a snack!
|
| Nov 22 |
DRHC Craft Sale Event
Canadian Club, E. Montpelier
Contact: Annette · 802-522-9242
|
December
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| TBD |
DRHC Christmas Party □
Date and details to be announced.
|
Whispering Pines 4-H Club
Annual Consignment
Tack Sale
One of the largest equestrian consignment events in New England
Date
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Sale Hours
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location
Champlain Valley Expo
Blue Ribbon Pavilion · Essex Junction, VT
Blue Ribbon Pavilion · Essex Junction, VT
Payment
□ Cash Only
□ Drop-Off & Pick-Up Schedule
-
Fri Apr 3
4:00 – 7:00 PM Early drop-off at the Pavilion -
Sat Apr 4
7:30 – 9:00 AM Day-of drop-off at the Pavilion -
Sat Apr 4
10 AM – 1 PM Sale open to buyers -
Sat Apr 4
2:30 – 3:30 PM Pick up unsold items & proceeds Please plan to arrive during this window — early pick-up is not available.
□ What We Accept
- ✓ Saddles, bridles, halters & all riding tack
- ✓ Blankets & sheets — please know your sizes
- ✓ Tools, grooming supplies & barn equipment
- ✓ Trailers & large items — bring a flier or advertisement
- ✓ Any horse-industry item in clean condition
⚠ No dirty items will be accepted.
□ Consigner Information
- ✓ Whispering Pines retains 10% of each item sold.
- ✓ You keep 90% — paid out at pick-up time.
- ✓ Food & drinks available from the High Hopes 4-H Club stand.
□️ Pre-Tag Your Items
Save time on sale day by requesting tags & consigner forms by mail in advance.
- 1Contact Mary with your name, mailing address, and the number of tags needed.
- 2Tags and a consigner form will be mailed to you promptly.
- 3Fill out your form and attach tags securely to each item before arriving.
□ When Requesting Tags, Please Include:
Your full name
Complete mailing address
Number of tags needed
□ How to Fill Out Your Consigner Form
List each item with a clear, specific description — including size, color, and any notable details. Good descriptions help reunite tags with items if they get separated. Write prices clearly; use whole dollars or simple fractions (e.g. $ 4 rather than $4.00, since decimal points can be difficult to read on tags). For saddles, note the size on the back of the tag.
Sample Entries
| Item # | Description (include size, color, condition, etc.) | Asking Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue web halter | $ 4 |
| 2 | Leather halter with D-ring snaffle bit | $ 10 |
| 3 | Hoof pick | $ .50 |
| 4 | Crosby hunt saddle with irons, no girth — negotiable to $60 | $ 75 |
Attach all tags securely. The bottom section of the form (totals & payout) will be completed by our volunteers at the sale.
□ Contact & Questions