Volunteer Newsletter February 2024!
Days End News Index
Table of Contents
Overview Looking Back Court Case Updates Horse Spotlight Comings and Goings
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Volunteer News Volunteer Spotlight Volunteer Needs
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Calendar of Events Overview 12 Intern Spotlight 13 Volunteer Continuing Education Course 15 PA Horse World Expo 16 Announcements 17 Volunteer Photos! 19 The Scoop 20-21
Shop Tax Statement Wishlist Links DEFHR Merch Tink's Tack Shop Get Connected Page 01
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Looking Back at January
We hope everyone had a fun and safe New Years! Some of you spent it helping our herd, and we can’t think of a better way to spend the day! Thank you for your New Year’s present to our horses of love and care! Page 02
Court Case Updates Carroll County
Jefferson County, WV
Criminal charges pending. (Ultimate Udo, Valiant Victor, Wise Willow, Yellow Yuzu, Zesty Zelda, Aries Astro Angel, Bing Bang Boomer)
Charges pressed. Trial TBD. (Glitzy Gemma, Hometown Halsey, Idle Isla, Knightly Knox, Loyal Lance, Jesting Jax)
Jefferson County, WV
Cabell County
13 charges of failure to provide. Trial postponed. Date TBD. (Gallant, Hobbit, Iffy, Jackpot, Khaleesi, Letty, Mochi, Nifty, Offelia, Poppy Seed, Qelty, Rosa, Scooter)
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)
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HORSE SPOTLIGHT
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Tiki Torch
This firecracker of a pony came in July 2023 with her buddies Red Rooster and Sweet Savannah. She’s currently hanging out with another senior pony, Blue Bell, and her goat sidekicks: Noah, Simon and Timothy. She seems to be in charge of both species in the paddock and they all respect that. Tiki recently started in a training program to work on her catchability and farrier manners. She’s like the ultimate Survivor as she thinks she can outwit, outlast and outplay the human that’s trying to catch her and she’s pretty good at it! She’s hid behind trees, goats and ducked under the goat playground to outplay the human. She may have been outwitted by the human because her stomach betrayed her and she became easily bribed by the draw of snacks. Of course that tactic draws the goats too which makes it a bit of a stampede for the human! Tiki may be a little silly looking with her llama like neck and her big bug eyes but we have a feeling that she’ll capture someone’s heart and she’ll find a great home where she can be the boss and feel like she is the ultimate Survivor!
“...she thinks she can outwit, outlast, and outplay the human that’s trying to catch her...”
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Comings and Goings Comings Top Gun (returned, pictured)
Goings Chipmunk Carl (RIP) Olivia Owl (adopted, pictured) Ulyssa (adopted) Page 06
Volunteer Spotlight Nancy Johns
How long have you volunteered with DEFHR? I believe it has been about 7 1/2 years now.
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Do you have a favorite DEFHR herd member, past or present? If so, who? I have had lots of favorite DEFHR herd members and might well give you different answers on different days. One of my favorites is Colton. He lives at DE2 right now. He is rather anxious but smart and very sweet! He likes sharing a field with mares who tell him what to do!
Did you have any previous equine experience(s) before volunteering with DEFHR? What was it? Not much: I took riding lessons when I was a kid and went on trail rides from time to time after that.
How did you initially find out about us? When I retired, I wanted to volunteer with animals. In a regular animal shelter, I feel SO sad and wish I could take every cat and dog home with me. I knew I couldn’t take a herd of horses home, and I’ve loved horses all my life, so I looked on the internet for local places where I could volunteer with horses. I happened to find DEFHR!
What's your favorite part of volunteering with DEFHR? I enjoy learning new tasks as a volunteer, and I love spending time with the horses, especially learning more about how to care for them, handle them, and communicate effectively with them.
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Volunteer Needs
Areas where DEFHR could use some extra assistance.
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, February 10th - DEFHR Volunteer Birthday! - 2-4pm Saturday, March 16th; Towson University Equestrian Club - 124pm Sunday, March 24th; Girl Scouts Troop - Time TBD 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! Wednesday, February 7th, Lisbon Elementary School - 23pm
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 Page 10
Education Event Volunteers Do you enjoy connecting with people? DEFHR frequently invites others to the farm through on-site events like Scout Days, Field Trips, etc. in order to educate about our mission throughout our community. 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 part of the Event Volunteer team! Check out page 18 on what we need help with at Scout Days this Spring!
"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 Operations Team "FOT"! Email Mattie at volunteer@defhr.org to find out how to get started!
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 marketing pieces. Email development@dehfr.org if you are able to help! Page 11
Calendar of Events To register for events, go to www.defhr.org/calendar.
February 3rd
The Scoop with Leigha Schrader “Horses with Choices: What is Liberty Work?” (see page 20)
February 7th
Education Tour: Lisbon Elementary School
February 9th
The Scoop with Leigha Schrader “Having Fun with Your Miniature Horse” (see page 21)
February 15th
Farrier Day
February 16th-17th
Tink's Sale
February 24th
SAVE THE DATE! Volunteer Continuing Education Course - Court Cases Part 2! (see page 15)
February 29th-March 3rd
SAVE THE DATE! Pennsylvania Horse World Expo BUY TICKETS HERE! Page 12
Intern Spotlight
WELCOME
TO THE TEAM ALEXIS
EXPERIENCE AS A VET TECHNICIAN Alexis is hoping to gain further, more intense and equine-focused experience before applying for vet school. Days End Farm Horse Rescue
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Intern Spotlight
WELCOME
TO THE TEAM ALEKA
B.S. ANIMAL SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND Is taking a gap year between her bachelor’s degree and attending vet school. Days End Farm Horse Rescue
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VOLUNTEER CONTINUING EDUCATION PA Case Studies
Presented By: DeEtte Hillman
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Saturday, February 24th 10am-12pm We hope to Sign up on Civic Champs today!!
see you there!
Take a look back on some of DEFHR's most memorable cases. This class will be held onsite, in the Legacy Barn classroom. Register today on Civic Champs! Please note: Even if you did not attend Part I, we still welcome you to join us for Part II! Page 15
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:
Grooming Leading Farm Tour Educational Talk Email volunteer@defhr.org if you can help OR sign up on Civic Champs! Page 17
ANNOUNCEMENTS 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:
Grooming
Leading Farm Tour Educational Talk Email volunteer@defhr.org if you can help OR sign up on Civic Champs! Page 18
ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL YOU HELP US WITH
photos? We love when volunteers take photos of their volunteer experiences! Now, you can share them with us for a chance* to see your photos show up on Social Media! *Please note: DEFHR cannot guarantee that every photo submitted will be used. DEFHR also requires a photo release agreement in order for photos to be shared publicly, so please respect this privacy when taking photos around the farm to share with us.
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Join us on Photocircle to contribute your photos! Available for download in all major app stores for free! https://join.photocircleapp.com/NTHCCKZJ7W
Follow the link to join DEFHR in Photocircle and start contributing today!
THE SCOOP
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Save your seat on Civic Champs today!
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THE SCOOP With Train er Le igha Schra der
Having Fun with your Miniature Horse
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Save your seat on C i Cham vic ps toda y! Page 21
Shop #4thehorses Shop
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
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!
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!
Amazon Wishlist
Chewy Wishlist
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DEFHR MERCH 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!
Shopify Online Store Page 24
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: February 16th - 17th Open 9am-4pm.
Tink's is
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February 16th-17th 9am - 4pm
Email info@defhr.org with questions. Page 25
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