Jack Thompsons Infamous Ride

Well he came, he drank (box of coldie's in the flower pot), and he rode off into the sunset!!! (Not literally.. we do not condone drink riding. He drank and waited a few hours so he was right to ride)


And down by the veranda, where flower pots grow beer,
Spiders tell a solemn tale of Jack Thompson's ride that year
Upon a horse (not his of course), new saddle as his chair
He rode out into the mist and rain, in his driza bone with a stealy glare.

I know. Sad isnt it. I do not pretend to be a poet.


Except that during the ride Les aka Jack lost his head!!!!!

Looks like Les is going to give the BM a run for his money. We now have evidence that both the boys are not just talented truck/float drivers and strappers. Look out girls!! The way these boys are riding we may end up strapping for them.

Heres Jack on County Rose oh Whops I mean Waratah! Lookin good (however with those shot stirrups you would be better on the Thoroughbred.)

Hey, That doesn't look like a Thoroughbred to me............

Trish Riding in the New Saddle

Here is proof that Trishy rides without us. (Just kidding Trish!!!) The new saddle looks great and from all reports is quite comfortable. The saddle was made by Lindsay Miller has purple leather features near the D rings and a Jesus Bar to die for......(that doesn't sound all that religiously appropriate Sorry!) But you all know what I mean.

She didn't get to ride for long however as......

There was movement at the station for the word had passed around,

That Trish had her new saddle and was riding in leaps and bounds.

Jack Thompson came to visit, saw the saddle and bush mare,

and kicked Trish off from riding so he could get his share................

Trish's New Saddle

Show us your purple bits!!!! Woo Wooo Trish. Your new saddle looks Hot!!! (Not to mention all the fancy ribbons in the background)

MS Ride 19th - 26th September Hunter Valley

About the ride:

The event is an 8 day adventure holiday for up to 250 people and their horses. The first day is spent vet checking the horses and setting camp. Participants then ride for three days, have a rest day and then ride for a further 3 days. Each days ride is between 20-30km on fully supported and well marked trails and there is usually also an option for one or two longer rides. The routes are chosen for their scenic attraction and are mainly on private properties not normally open to the public.

Whats Included:

Your entry fee includes all of the meals for the week, feed and water for your horse (Mitavite Economix and Hay), Veterinary support, Farrier support, first aid, marshals, rouseabout crew, entertainment program, excellent shower and toilet facilities etc. We will stay at two campsites during the week and you have the choice of keeping your horse in our free communal paddock or booking one of our steel yards.

When your not in the saddle:

Relax in our licenced bar or enjoy complimentary tea and coffee in our marquee. Entertainment includes live music, trivia, horse related demonstrations and a talent quest. On the Wednesday Rest day tours to a local thoroughbred stud and a winery will be available as well as a shuttle bus into nearby Cassilis.

Whats Available:

* Farrier
* First Aid St Johns Ambulance
* Vet
* Massage (for people) 1/2 hour $30 1 hour $50 - all proceeds go to MS
* General Store
* Communal Paddock - Free / Steel Yards - $125

Meal Times:

For the horse - Horse feed can be collected from the horse feed tent in the morning from 6.00am - 8.00am and in the afternoon from 4.00pm - 6.00pm.

For the people - Your first meal will be dinner on Saturday and your last meal will be lunch on the following Saturday.
Breakfast - 7.00am - 8.00am
Lunch - On Course 11.00am - 2.00pm
Dinner - 6.30pm - 7.30pm

Ride Costs:

Adult $849 (early entry before 31st July) $899 (late entry after 31st July)

How to get there:

Cassilis is a small village north of Mudgee of a hundred people which is located just off the Golden Highway on the Munnmurra River. It is 43 km north-west of Merriwa (approx 40 minutes drive), 86 km north-east of Mudgee (approx 1 hour drive) and 358 km north-west of Sydney (approx 4 hour drive).

The Proposition and Challenge:

Lets see if we can get involed, raise some money for MS and as the Wild Waler Women team and represent the wonderful Waler breed in the process. All the monies raised go to a good cause and think of the fun and mistchief the Wild Waler Women will have with 6 days of riding and entertainment.

What do you all think???? Any takers???? Interested parties???