The Silver Spur Riding Club

Silver Spur: Buy, Sell or Trade 

FREE FOR PAID MEMBERS OF THE CLUB ONLY!

 New items this week will be highlighted in red!

HORSES FOR SALE:

8 yr old : AQHA Bay Mare, out of Sheikin Lace (Dam) and Spindrift Poco Bars (Sire) 15.2 hh Great on trails. Quiet and easy going. Great smooth movement and a gentle personality. Honest and sound, an easy keeper. Not herd bound. Goes well either western or english. Flying changes, hauls, bathes and good for farrier. A great all round girl. Consideration given if purchased together with her full brother. (see next) Call Jannis at 250-752-2610 or jfredheim@shaw.ca (05/28/10)

9 yr old: AQHA Bay Gelding, same bloodlines as above. 16.1 hh. Great on trails, not herd bound, quiet and easy going. Great smooth movement and gentle personality. Honest and sound, an easy keeper. Hauls, bathes and is good with farrier. An all round nice big boy. Consideration given if purchased together with his full sister. (see above) Call Jannis at 250-752-2610 or jfredheim@shaw.ca (05/28/10)

3 yr old: reg quarterhorse filly, medium pony, registered. Will make excellent 4H project, lightly started, open to offers. Dark bay, beautiful extensions, athletic and good minded. Call Becky, 248-9369. (04/29/10)

QH Mare: Owner looking for semi-retirement home for quiet 19 year old QH mare. TIVI is about 15 hh, has been extensively used as a trail and hunting horse and even helped her owners find their way home in a snow storm. Good manners and personality. Suitable for light riding only, due to a stifle injury. Has been at the same home for many years. Would be a great companion and role model for youngster. For more information, call Elaine at 250-390-3597 (04/15/10)

HORSES WANTED:

Free or Free Lease for life: Gentle, Quiet, Older Horse: Suitable for 9 yr old to ride in occasional gymkhanas and mainly as companion horse for my own. Would be well loved and cared for. Contact Debby Robinson at oya@shaw.ca (06/10/10)

FREE ITEMS:

TACK FOR SALE:

Western Saddle: Older 16" Hereford, very wide. Lots of silver, made for a VERY wide horse. Too big for my horse. Asking $800.00 Call Judy at 752- 4520 or momtocritters@hotmail.com ((07/06/10)

English Saddle: New Wintec 2000, 17.5 in, all purpose, black, never used. Comes with complete gullet kit, gullet gauge, 2 sets of synthetic stirrup straps, Wintec girth, Sprenger jointed stirrups, new CHRIST lambswool all purpose shaped pad and saddle cover. $700.00. Call Dallas at 250-951-0304 or zipschocolatedolly@gmail.com ((07/04/10)

English Bridle: New, never used, black Santa Cruz English bridle with flash. Comes complete with 5", full cheek snaffle bit. Horse size. $150.00. Call Dallas at 250-951-0304 or zipschocolatedolly@gmail.com (07/04/10)

Saddle: Antique western saddle, hand made by D.S. Wilson. No silver, hand tooled, single rig, immaculate condition for 100 yr old saddle. Narrow tree, very deep 14-15" seat. Would make great decoration or is completely usable Open to offers, Contact Jon at comtechsolutions@telus.net or 250-927-8384. (06/14/10)

Saddle: Crates 17" Reining Saddle, full QH bars. 3 years old, $1,000.00. Fits a barrel horse and big man. Call Sue at 954-3661. (05/11/10)

Saddle: Beautiful Western Saddle, 16" seat, full QH bars, ideal for wide, high withered horse. Brown and black leather with rose tooling on skirt and stirrup fenders. $450.00 Call Jodi at 250-954-16533 or tjbater@telus.net (10/16/09)

Western Saddles: 3 Western Saddles, narrow fitting, Assorted sizes and brands, come to Tiger Lily Farm to view or call Cec for more information. 248-5686 (01/01/09)

Western Saddle: Circle Y, narrow tree, fits Arabs, 14" seat. Light weight, good condition. $650.00 OBO. Ask for Flo at 752-9147 (02/25/09)

Western Saddle: 15" seat. $250.00 OBO Ask for Flo at 752-9147 (02/25/09)

Big Horn Saddle: 15 1/2" Western saddle, nicely tooled, in good condition. Brown in color. Asking $375.00. Call Pat at 752-5320 (01/01/09)

TACK WANTED:

Western Saddle: 16" seat, Semi-QH bars, with gullet for high withered horse. Contact Liz at magic50@shaw.ca or 954-0655 (06/23/10)

Fenders: from an old Western Saddle, need Fenders, or a "parts" saddle, to make stirrups long enough for my long legs. Call Jackie W. at fogbound@telus.net (05/30/10)

SPECIAL EVENTS:

Wanted, a horse to ride: in the Cancer ride. My name is Sharon Hamlyn and I hoping there is someone out there who would allow me to ride one of their horses in this years' Cancer Ride. I have 3 family members currently struggling in their fight with this terrible disease and would like to participate in this fund raiser. I haven't ridden in several years, but being from the Cariboo, rode a lot in my youth, and know my way around a horse. If you can help me with this, please contact me at sharonhamlyn@shaw.ca or 752-2898 (06/27/10)

LOST & FOUND:

LAND, HOUSING; WANTED or FOR SALE, RENT OR LEASE :

Board: available 12x12 stall in new barn with walk-out to a treed paddockTurnout available during summer months. Tack room available, Quiet safe area with trails just off the property. Round pen and small riding ring. Self board and semi or full board available, board starts at $200.00. Contact Judy at momtocritters@hotmail.com or 752-4520 (07/06/10)

Wanted: Moving to Parksville/Errington in August. Looking for suite to rent, preferable with room for two horses on same property, (separate places to board them if necessary). Contact Alyssa, 604-889-5693 (07/06/10)

Barn Suite for Rent: Updated, 600 sq ft, one bedroom suite in barn, ground level, 5 appliances. $850./month. Also, room for one horse, includes stall, pasture, dry sacrifice area and lots of trails nearby, $150./month. Call 250-951-1827 (07/01/10)

Wanted:Board for 2 geldings. One needs complete stall rest or/and small paddock for a month. Call Alyssa 604-889-5693 (06/29/10)

Indio, (Palm Springs) California: Vacation Home, 2 bedroom, 2 bath house in gated community. Golf, Pool, Spa, Tennis. Call Carol for rates and availability 250-951-1827 (03/12/10)

Wanted: Roomate for spacious two bedroom suite on acreage just outside of Parksville. Must be non-smoking. Well behaved pet considered. Rent is $600.00 but may be slightly reduced for very light petsitting duties. Rent includes hydro/cable/water and internet. Available October Call 240-0724 (10/01/09)

Casa Colibri: Beautiful home in Melaque, Mexico available for rent. Contact Myrna or Jim at 250-248-9820 or http://casacolibrimelaque.googlepages.com (06/01/09)

Room for 1 Horse: Available at $100.00/month. You provide own feed, etc. I will do the feeding and we will share the stall/paddock/pasture clean up. Pasture, 6 months of the year. Lots of trails available for riding nearby. Please call Donna Jager at 250-752-1279. (06/11/09)

MISC FOR SALE:

Dog Crate: Innovator by Dogloo, x-large, 27" high, 36"long, good condition. Asking $50.00. Contact Peggy at pjbfield@telus.net (23/06/10)

Mattress Set: 2yr old double (54") mattress set. Immaculate & clean condition. $200.00 Contact Kathy at 248-4124 or kinderpuppy@shaw.ca (06/22/10)

Bull Calves: Raise your own BEEF! Baby Holtstein bull calves and 1 heifer (is a twin and may not reproduce) $25.00 each now and $50.00 later if we have to keep them for too long. Bulls can be castrated for an extra $15.00. Delivery possible also for an extra charge but all you need is a truck with a canopy or a van. Call Dayle, in Cedar, at 250-245-7427. (05/22/10)

Riding Boots: Cottage Craft riding boots size 7 - 7 1/2, black, $20.00 call 951-1827 (4/14/10)

Dog Crate: Furrarri, Medium size dog crate 27"L x 20"W x 19"H, rose/beige color, excellent condition $55.00 call 951-1827 (4/14/10)

Pork; Naturally raised, by the side, $3.75/lb plus butchering/smoking/sausage fee. Frozen sides available now, pre-cut for family of 4 Call Joan or Cecil Mercer at 248-5686 (12/20/09)

Canoe: 17 ft, Misty River, riveted aluminum, in good condition. Asking $600.00 firm, Call Joe at 954-0443 or kinch@shaw.ca (05/06/09)

Chaps: Various black suede chaps. Call Becky 250-248-9369 (05/06/09)

MISC. WANTED:

Peacock tail feathers: Does anyone know where I can get my hands on some peacock feathers? We need them for costumes for the next Burlesque Show.(not me in it, sorry) Call Terry at 954-0443 or kinch@shaw.ca (04/28/10)

Dog Crate: XX-Large fiberglass style, in good condition. Must be at least 32" in height. (for a Standard Poodle) Contact Joe or Terry at 954-0443 or kinch@shaw.ca (04/06/10) If you know of anyone who has one and might sell it, please get them to contact us.(04/14/10)

Wanted:  Boat hook or similar long handled hook that is not sharp.  It is for the Emergency Livestock kit that I am putting together.  Liz 250 954-0655 or Magic50@shaw.ca (02/03/10)

SILVER SPUR MEMBERS' BUSINESS CARD:

Jackie Mercer: AFA Certified farrier with 6 years experience. Certified through Kwantlen College, and served 3 yr apprenticeship under Canadian champion farrier, Iain Ritchie. Left busy practice in Fraser Valley to return home to Errington, looking forward to resuming my busy work schedule from Port Alberni to Nanoose. Hot or cold shoeing and lots of experience with custom/therapeutic shoes. Call: 250-240-6028

Tyrone Kubbernus: (significant other to Jackie) Licensed mechanic, will work "side jobs", at your home or Tiger Lily Farm. He can fix almost anything.

Judy Bombay: Bed and bale. Two brand new cottages for summer fun with your horse. Sleep in the cottage overlooking the paddocks where your horse can also stay. Leave from my place to go trail riding or truck out to wherever. Coombs Rodeo grounds only a 5 minute drive away. Check out our website www.suiteamour.com or www.suiteamourhobbyfarm.com

Inga Smith: Island Exiss/Sooner Aluminum Horse Trailers, 39 years of quality workmanship, all aluminum trailers, (including floor and roof) from Oklahoma. From basic livestock trailers to deluxe living quarter goosenecks. Special orders welcome. For info www.exiss.com and www.ingasmith.com . Call Inga at 250-248-3556 or ingasmith@shaw.ca

Kim Walter: www.billysbling.com, Specializing in Custom made Swarovski Crystal Conchos, Pendants, Belt Buckles, Bridles and more. If you can dream it up, I can most likely bling it up. Check out my website , email me at billysbling@yahoo.ca or call Kim at 250-716-0029, for more information.

Karen Macias: Nile Creek Clothing, All your needs covered: with clothing, embroidery, screen printing and promotional products. Call 250-954-3606 or fax: 250-954-3647

Carol Wolver: Exclusive Landscape Bobcat Service and Curb-it! For all your landscape needs including rock raking (soil conditioner)and continuous concrete curbing. Please contact www.exclusivelandscapeonline.com 951-1827

Myrna Muska: Select Dog Care: Doggy Day Care, off leash, large fenced areas and small fenced areas, secure and safe. An assortment of our own dogs to socialize with. Available weekends and holidays. Please feel free to call for info Myrna or Jim 250-248-9820

Sheila Keddy: Undercover Wear: In home lingerie parties. We have something for every body, from cozy pj"s to elegant nightgowns. We have our "Body" line of all natural skin care, our Shunga environmentally friendly shower gel and even sugar cookie lotion for your kids! There is also our exclusive line of Romance Accessories. www.pamperedandsexy.com 250-947-5425

Sheila Keddy: Dog Agility. Is your dog bored? Too much energy? Why not try some agility training - tons of fun for you and your dog and great exercise too. Puppies and Adult dogs can play. Keddy's K-9 Camp 250-947-LICK (5425)

Dallas Noble: Wrangler clothes and horse sales. www.oceansideequine.com or call 954-7537

Jessica Mullen: Paul's other daughter, house sitting and sheath cleaning among other things, call 250-739-0845

Kandyce Wagar: Natures Gait Equine Therapy: Massage, light chiropractics, energy work and saddle fitting. 951-3831 or kandyce_wagar@hotmail.com

Marlee Edgeley: Distributor for T-Zone Vibration Technology (as seen by some at the Mane Event last year.) The newest innovation in health improvement. Call Marlee at 248-6017 or dmedgeley@shaw.ca for more information and testimonials.

Mary Denholm: Stepping Out Carriages, Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Seasonal Rides Carriage or Wagon. 951-0605 or mdenholm2@mac.com

Jessica Kinch-Nemlander: Jessica - Hairstylist. Located at 424 Craig St. Parksville. Specializing in ladies wigs and hairpieces. Call 250-568-7722 to make your appointment now.

Jodie Bater: EC Western Coach Level I - Riding lessons for ages 5 & up. Your horse or mine. Ground and Mounted lessons - "Build confidence in yourself through the horse" Call Jodie at 250-954-1633

Cecil & Joan Mercer: Tiger Lily Farm. Visit the Barnyard - where you can milk a goat, and bottle feed the babies. Or have the Portable Petting Farm or Pony Rides or Wagon Rides at your next event. visit www.tigerlilyfarm.ca or call 250-248-2408.

Barry Rathburn: Mobile Residential Mortgage Specialist. TD Canada Trust Contact Barry at barry.rathburn@td.com or phone 250-954-7472 or 250-752-7436

Dave Hughes: D. Hughes Excavating. He also has a Mini Kabota Excavator for smaller jobs. Call us at 248-3650 or Dave's cell at 228-6036

Terry Kinch: Custom Oilskin Chaps, horn bags, cantle bags, saddle bags. Also Cool Ties, for those hot dusty rides. Custom made Western men's and ladies shirts. Call Terry at 250-954-0443 or email kinch@shaw.ca

Inga Smith:Custom Made Chaps: All types and sizes, Many colors of suede and full grain leather. Show, trail, cutter or chinks. I make them all. Be an original...make a statement! ingasmith@shaw.ca or www.ingasmith.com

Terry Kinch: Create-a-Cake, Cakes for all occasions, home baked and decorated with care. Specializing in Children's, also Seasonal, Baby and Wedding Showers, Adult and Anniversaries. Average price $30.00 Call Terry for a complete list of available designs. 954-0443 or kinch@shaw.ca

Inga Smith:Island Galvanized Farm Supply Semi Load Sale: Round pens, corral panels, farm gates, feeders. Top quality “hot dipped” galvanized farm products. For information and prices contact www.ingasmith.com

Donna Jager: Construction: Island Style Homes and Construction, Ken Redfern (Donna J's husband) is a licensed builder and has 20 years experience in the construction business. He offers framing, general contracting consulting and assistance with planning your new home. Call 752-1279