March 2024 DEFHR Volunteer Newsletter

VolunteerNewsletter

March 2024

Looking Back at February

Case Studies, Part 2!

Over 10 volunteers came out to hear the second part of DeEtte’s notable case study review from DEFHR history through Volunteer Continuing Education! They got taken for a ‘ride along’ to experience these historic cases FIRST HAND!

Keep an eye out to see if we host another one!

Court Case Updates

Carroll County

Criminal charges pending.

(Ultimate Udo, Valiant Victor, Wise Willow, Yellow Yuzu, Zesty Zelda, Aries Astro Angel, Bing Bang Boomer)

Jefferson County, WV

13 charges of failure to provide. Awaiting trial.

(Gallant, Hobbit, Iffy, Jackpot, Khaleesi, Letty, Mochi, Nifty, Offelia, Poppy Seed, Qelty, Rosa, Scooter)

Jefferson County, WV

Criminal charges pending.

(Glitzy Gemma, Hometown Halsey, Idle Isla, Knightly Knox, Loyal Lance, Jesting Jax)

Cabell County

Trial in West Virginia on appeal.

Awaiting date to be set in Circuit Court.

(Winnifred, Xackery, Yara, Zafrina, Auntie Ann, Billy Bob, Colton's Creed)

HORSE SPOTLIGHT

Willoughby

Willoughby (aka Will or William) takes the spotlight in this month’s newsletter as a cute, compact chestnut gelding with a tiny star and the beginnings of a mustache on his soft snout. He is a striking copper color and he has a nice laidback vibe about him that has made him a favorite around the barn.

He got a great start in DEFHR’s training program with our very own Sandy Fain last summer when he spent a few months at the Spa with his buddy, Freddie. Sandy had him doing all sorts of cool things like trailer loading at a distance, with Sandy just asking him politely to load up!

Willoughby is currently in training with Sara and has been impressive with his lovely roundpen skills, and being very responsive and quick on his feet. His under saddle training has just begun, but we have a feeling once he gets going he will find a riding partner quickly!

...he has a nice laidback vibe...that has made him a favorite around the barn.”

Comings and Goings

Goings

CallMe Callista (adopted)

Chipmunk Carl (RIP)

Colton’s Creed (adopted)

Dudley Dursley (adopted)

Elysian (adopted)

Idle Isla (adopted)

June (adopted)

Letty (adopted)

Sylvie (pictured, adopted)

Upendi (adopted)

Comings

None!

Volunteer Spotlight

Sharon Hess

How long have you volunteered with DEFHR?

Since March 2010

Do you have a favorite DEFHR herd member, past or present? If so, who?

That's a tough question, but I think I'd have to say Ziporah. She was one of my foster horses.

Did you have any previous equine experience(s) before volunteering with DEFHR? What was it?

I've been horse-crazy since I was a little girl, but my parents didn't really have the means to give me a horse or riding lessons. I was lucky to have some friends with horses during my high school years, though, so I would ride their horses. The closest I came to having my own horse was leasing one for a year from a friend who had gone off to college. It was a dream come true for me.

How did you initially find out about us?

Somehow I knew of DEFHR's existence, but I can't remember how I knew!

What's your favorite part of volunteering with DEFHR?

My favorite part is meeting all the wonderful people I've met over the years - both DEFHR staff and volunteers. And fostering various horses for a few years was such a great experience too. I would borrow friends' teenage daughters to come foster with me, or do night feeds together, thereby providing some horse time to other young girls.

Volunteer Group Leaders

We need help with making sure volunteer groups have a fun, educational and safe time when they visit our farm to help out. Email Mattie at volunteer@defhr.org if you can help!

Saturday, March 16th; Towson University Equestrian Club - 124pm

Saturday, March 16th; GSA Troop 2026 - 8:30am-12:30pm

Saturday, March 30th; Towson University Equestrian Club - 124pm

Education Tour Leaders

Visitors love to learn about what we do and see it in action when they come to DEFHR. If you have a good foundation of knowledge about what we do or want to learn more, we'd love your help with 1-hour Education Tours that we host as scheduled here at Main Farm. Email Mattie for details!

Sunday, March 3rd; GSA Troop 50127, 3rd Grade - 3-4pm

Education Volunteer

Visitors love to learn about what we do and see it in action when they come to DEFHR. If you have a good foundation of knowledge about what we do or want to learn more, we'd love your help with 1-hour Education Tours that we host as scheduled here at Main Farm. Email Mattie for details!

Wednesday, February 28th - Sunday, March 3rd - PA Horse World Expo (info on page )

Friday, March 22nd, Flower Valley Elementary School Career Day - 8am-1pm

Education Event Volunteers

Doyouenjoyconnectingwithpeople?

DEFHR frequently invites others to the farm through on-site events likeScoutDays,FieldTrips,etc.inordertoeducateaboutourmission throughoutourcommunity.

We always need help to call on to man these events! If you are interested, we would love to talk with you further about becoming a partoftheEventVolunteerteam!Checkoutpage18onwhatweneed helpwithatScoutDaysthisSpring!

"FOT" Volunteers

As a working farm, there's always something breaking or needing the attention of a fixing hand!

Even if you're inexperienced but want to learn more about what it takes to be a "handy (wo)man," consider joining our Facilities OperationsTeam"FOT"!

EmailMattieatvolunteer@defhr.orgtofindout howtogetstarted!

Graphic Design Voluneer

Do you have a talent for design? Experience with Adobe InDesign projects? Our development department is looking for a flexible, outsidethe-box thinking graphic designer who can help us with some of our marketingpieces.

Emaildevelopment@dehfr.orgifyouareabletohelp!

Calendar of Events

To register for events, go to www.defhr.org/calendar.

February 29th-March 3rd

March 3rd

March 7th

March 14th

March 16th

March 15th-16th

Pennsylvania Horse World Expo BUY TICKETS HERE!

Ed Tour - GSA Troop 50127 3-4pm (volunteers needed, see page 10)

Mayfield Woods MS Field Trip 11am-1pm (volunteers needed, see page 13)

Farrier Day

Volunteer Group: Towson

Equestrian Club 12-3pm (volunteers needed - see page 10)

Tink's Sale

March 28th

March 30th

Farrier Day

Volunteer Group - Towson

Equestrian Club 12-3pm (volunteers needed, see page 10)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FEILD TRIP

Thursday, March 7th 11a-1p

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We will be welcoming up to 45 middle schoolers to the farm and we need your help to make sure they have a great experience!

Volunteers are needed from 10:45am-1:00pm to assist with the following:

SCOUT DAY SPRING A

SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH 10:30a-12:30p

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We will be welcoming up to 85 Scouts to the farm and we need your help to make sure they have a great experience!

Volunteers are needed from 9:30am-1:00pm to assist with the following:

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SubmissionBox! Volunteer Feedback, Color Level Change Request, Green Nametag Notice, etc.!

Have feedback you want staff to know about your volunteer experience? Finished your 20 hours and need a permanent nametag? Want to request a new volunteer color? Find these forms available at the Check-in Station in the Volunteer Lounge!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Pleaseremember totakeyour itemswithyou.

EachSunday,anyremaining itemswillbedatedand thrownawayifnotclaimed within7daysofdateon item.

Effective March 1st, all items in the Volunteer Lounge Fridge MUST be initialed and dated.

Each item will have one week to be claimed - if an item goes unclaimed past 7 days, it will be thrown away.

It’s HERE!

DEFHR’s new and improved volunteer management system launched Monday, February 26th!

We’re looking forward to a much better user experience and a more rigorous reporting software for our volunteers and staff to use! If you didn’t get an email to claim your account, email Mattie at volunteer@defhr.org.

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SPEND

04.01.2024

New this year: Students 12 y.o. and up registered for Youth Legacy Summer Camp can now stay to volunteer in the barn from 3-5pm, upon completion of camp day!

THE SCOOP

“All About Hooves”

This Scoop session is aimed at those whom are looking to gain confidence and experience picking up horse feet, picking the feet out, and dedicating time to practicing the skill of picking feet.

Saturday, March 9th 10-11am

OR

Tuesday, March 26th 2-3pm

Shop #4thehorses

All donations are tax-deductible!

If shipping directly to our farm, please ship: "Attn: Lynn" (horse-related) or "Attn: Sarah" (office-related)

Be sure to include your name and contact info in a note or separate email so you can recieve your donation receipt.

Thank you in advanced, and always, for your ongoing support of DEFHR's herd!

Shop #4thehorses

Our horses' needs are constantly changing and their Amazon wish list is constantly being updated. Check out what's what they need to stay healthy and happy!

Amazon Wishlist

For every NEW customer referral, we receive $15 directly from Chewy. Be sure to use the referral link below to make the first purchase and donate to the farm!

Chewy Wishlist

MERCH DEFHR

DEFHR's Online Store

Refresh your wardrobe and support DEFHR, all at the same time! Each design is offered in a range of colors and styles, so there is something for everyone to wear while supporting the horses.

Happy shopping!

Res-Que License Plates

Show off your DEFHR support wherever you go and get your DEFHR Res-Que license plate today!

All you need to do is: stop by DEFHR's office fill out & submit an application submit $50 fee

Once you receive your new plates in the mail, drop off your old license plates at the MVA or mail them in.

Email info@defhr.org with questions.

Tinkerbell's Tack & Treasures

OPEN 3rd Saturday and preceding Friday of every month.

New and gently used equine tack, equipment, clothing and other related items.

Stop on in and get your shopping fix! You never know what you may find. All sales proceeds go back to DEFHR to continue with its mission.

NEXT SALE DAYS: March 15th - 16th

Open 9am-4pm.

Email info@defhr.org with questions.

Tink's is Open

March 15th-16th 9am - 4pm