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Wednesday, August 1, 2018

Labor Day Weekend Fundraiser Event Set

RUS New York is teaming up with Pure Country Campground to host a huge Labor Day Weekend fundraiser.  There will be activities for everybody, even those that do not ride.

The campground is offering a special package that includes four nights of camping (one site and a one stall) for $75. Bookings can be made at http://www.purecountrycampground.com/ViewEvent.aspx?id=33be320e-6622-4b2d-9f55-58b310f6f037. If interested in staying fewer nights or for other booking questions contact James Weidman at (607) 847-9265.

Festivities will kick off on Saturday, Sept. 1 with a guided trail ride to the chuckwagon in the middle of state land for burgers and hot dogs, chips & dips. The lunch will cost $12 to be paid at signup. A noon departure is scheduled. Car access will be provided for those that do not ride.

Monday, Sept. 3 will feature a Poker Run and Scavenger Hunt. Guides will be available if needed. Registration will take place from 10-11 a.m. The cost is $12 to do both or $8 for just one. The top poker hand will get a payout and all the rest will receive prizes. 

A Silent auction will be. held on Monday and guests are asked to please bring a donation. Items will be on display all day. Winners will be announced at 4 p.m. and one must be present to win. Any business willing to donate items please contact Michelle Miller at (607)643-8047 or mnmiller84@gmail.com. 

The real fun will begin on Sunday, Sept. 2 as this day will be filled with all sorts of unique events. Gaming activities such as a Pantyhose Race, Sit A Buck and Izzy Dizzy will be held in the ring starting in the morning and a Cowboy Obstacle Challenge will be held later in the day. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. and stay open until events begin. Gaming classes will cost $5 each and there will be a charge of $10 to participate in the obstacle challenge. Those camping are asked to brig a dish to pass for dinner. there will be music and a bonfire at night. 

Those that book camping 2 weeks early will get a FREE “Standardbreds can do it all” t-shirt or RUS NY hat. 

Pure Country Campground is located at 176 Kelly Road in New Berlin, N.Y. 

RUS NY is an organization that promotes under saddle races for Standardbreds across the state of New York. The main goal is to promote the versatility of the Standardbred breed as both a racing and a riding horse and to help Standardbreds find great homes after they finish their days on the track. To learn more visit: www.rus-newyork.com.






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