The 9th Annual Ride-a-Thon
Ride & Shine Adaptive Horseback Riding Program Inc presents this day's event. Registration fee includes lunch and a "Sam" t-shirt. Riders raising $1000 receive an EquiPedic saddle pad. Raise $2,500 and win a trip for two to Pt Reyes. Deadline toregister is September 15th 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Greenstone Country $25.00 For more information contact: for more information call 5306761920
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