Julie Schmitz moved from Orange (Southern Cal) 22 years ago. Julie has been attending Bayside Church since it moved into Granite Bay High School. And she has been participating in BAS events for at least 10 years now.
After School, Julie did more training for ranches and individuals. Then she moved to Northern California, got a job at Handley Ranch in Lincoln, and jumped into the family businesses: Dental Office Construction, Boarding & Leasing Horses, and Horse Transportation.
Julie has been riding and training horses most of her life. She started by working and training at Arabian Ranches, and showed in English, Dressage, Western, Team Penning, & Sorting. Julie also showed and transported Andalusian Horses in Las Vegas, Burbank and Santa Barbara.
“I took over the (equestrian) group after the predecessor got married and moved to Arizona.”
And now, Julie spends most of her time on the trail, camping, doing High School Rodeo and 4H with the kids. She also likes to take out the dirt bike, and to play some paint ball with her kids.
“God saved my life through my horses and allows me to work through them ‘for Him’. Bayside Adventure Sports makes a difference for me, my family, and my community by keeping my faith – and my family’s faith – strong, and by bringing more people to Him through faith and love of sport.”
The Sierra Foothills have some of the best horse trails in the country. The famous Western States Trail is in our backyard and the Tevis Cup, the oldest modern day endurance ride, finishes in Auburn, CA. Join us and share some adventures on horseback! (Please note: The BAS Equestrian Division does not provide horses!)
Pt. Reyes – Stewart Ranch Camp Out – Sept 3-6, 2010
Please join us September 3-6 at Point Reyes for our annual BAS Equestrian campout at Stewart Ranch! Advanced reservations are necessary. Please call (415) 663-1362 to reserve your spot at the Stewart Ranch camp ground before you arrive. There is also a bed and breakfast in Point Reyes called Point Reyes Country Inn that will board your horse (415) 663-9696. (See details below)
We will be arriving at the camp ground around 1pm on Friday afternoon, but you can arrive whenever you like and stay for as long as you can. There are no dogs allowed, but RV’s and campers are welcome. Don’t forget your high lines or portable corrals as there are no corrals available in the camp ground area. There are hot showers and running water though! The trails range from easy to difficult, so riders of all levels are welcome. If you plan on doing the ride to Wildcat Beach from Stewart Ranch, make sure your horse is in excellent shape as it’s about a 6 hour ride round trip and very steep both ways. Make sure to pack a lunch for that one. Horse shoes should not be necessary as the trails are relatively sandy, with only minor gravel at some points, but use your best judgment if your horse has sensitive feet. On Saturday evening, we will all gather at the Stewart Ranch camp ground around 6:30 for our annual Surf ‘n Turf potluck. Please bring a dish to share with approximately 15 people and an extra log or two for the fire. Temperatures are a lot cooler over there and the air is misty, so bring blankets for your horses and a sweatshirt or two for yourself. Non-riders are also welcome to just come and fellowship and do some hiking. Any questions, get a hold of Julie Schmitz silvershadowranch@yahoo.com or Erin Maurer aariele@gmail.com before Friday! No reception at the camp ground. See you there!
Current BAS membership is required. For benefits and to join, see our membership page. If you are new to BAS, a 3-month trial membership is available by emailing PamelaH@Baysideonline.com.
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Division Purpose
The purpose of the Equestrian Division is to provide Christian fellowship and outreach to men, women, children, families, and singles, who have an interest in horses. Just as with the motorcycle group, not everyone has a horse. The Equestrian Division is composed of owners and people who have horses, and those who have a BIG INTEREST in horses. And just as with the motorcycle group, the Equestrian Division will not be providing horses for non owners.
Description
The BAS Trail Riders are a group of horse owners and riders who provide their own horse, tack, safety equipment, transportation, feed, insurance, etc. They meet and select trails and events in which to participate, which may include clinics and classes.
Baysiders who do not have a horse may attend the clinics and classes. They may also wish to develop group activities involving grooming, horse anatomy, shoeing demonstrations, horse art, cowboy poetry, etc. The Trail riding Division and the Equine Interest Division will work closely in order to make the physical part of this group happen. This does not include providing riding lessons or providing a horse to ride. It means providing a horse, when possible, for an instruction in anatomy, grooming, a shoeing or vet demonstration, etc.
