The Jewish Outdoors Club

Dear fellow horseback riders,

Its that time ofyearagain...Marathon Sunday! And in response to the exciting prospectoftraffic jams all over the city, I propose travel by HORSE Power.Youcan even participate in a JOC triathalon! (well, sort of...)

First Event: ROLL out of bed to our meeting point at 10:00 AM Sunday morning.

NextEvent:RIDE a spirited horse for 1 hour with 6-8 fellow JOCers throughthebeautiful foliage of Forest Park, Queens. For more info,checkoutwww.forestequinecenter.com.

And finally: Hurry back to CHEER for members of our JOC family as they cross the finish line.

Sound like fun? Read on for details:

WHEN? ThisSunday, November 4. Our 1 hour ride begins at 11:00 AM. We willmeet inManhattan at 10:00 to travel together to the stable.

STABLE DETAILS: D. D. Stables, 88-11 70th Road, Forest Hills, NY. Check out the website: www.forestequinecenter.com.

MUST I BE AN EXPERIENCED RIDER? Nope.  All are welcome, as long as you don’t mind the smell of horse.

WILLITBEA BORING TRAIL RIDE? That depends on your definition ofboring. Every trail ride does depend on the wranglers’ comfortthat all riderscan hold on safely, and that can vary based onexperience and expertiseof the participants of a particular ride.However, I received glowingfeedback all around after the last 5 ridesat this stable… from ridersat all levels.  I dont think youllbe disappointed!

HOW MUCH:
$45if confirmed before Thursday,November 1, $50 thereafter. NOTE: Becauseof a good relationship we aredeveloping with the stable, I am pleasedto offer you this ride AT COST(tip and paypal fees included)! You won’tget a much better deal in thecity for this kind of ride.

HOW TO SIGN UP?
A)Sendyourpayment of $45 to the Paypal account, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Allmoniesforwarded to this account will be remitted to the Jewish OutdoorsClub.

B) Please also respond to the following questions so that we can plan a successful ride for you:

1) Name
2) Cell Phone number
3) E-mail address
4) Point of departure
5) Riding experience (choose one)
     (a) Whats a horse?  Do horses like apples? (yes)
     (b) Walker: Ive ridden once or twice before
     (c) Trotter: Ive taken lessons at some time or another
     (d) Cowboy comfortable in the saddle
7) Riding preferences: (a) As fast as we can go OR (b) A gentle autumn ride

NOTE: You are not signed up until payment is received. I will then e-mail you to confirm your registration.

Ifyousign up, please be committed to the event, and dont back out at thelastminute – this would stink for others who might get closed out.

HOW TO USE PAYPAL:
1) Go to www.paypal.com
2) Create a log in name and password (this is free).
3) Select "Send a Payment"
4) Fill out the form for payment information, and send $45 to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

If you encounter any difficulties, you can also contact me.

CLOTHING:Bepreparedfor colder weather! Bring layers, warm socks, long pants andsneakers(riding boots and/or helmet if you have them).

Helmetsare alsoavailable at the stable. Skirts are do-able as long as theyareflowingand worn with pants or leggings underneath.

TRANSPORTATION:BySubway,take the E train to 71st and Continental, then take Q23(orwalk) 10blocks to Metropolitan and Continental. 70th Road is 1blockfromMetropolitan, on a deadend road. It is the second stableacross from thehouses.  By Long Island Railroad, get off at theForestHillsstation and follow walking directions from subway.  Bycar, drivingdirections are available at http://www.forestequinecenter.com/directions.htm.

Other questions, feel free to e-mail me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Looking forward to riding with you,
Amy