Season’s Greetings from
West Mercia
It is easy to sit back and think that this has been a very difficult year and that we as a group of like minded souls have not achieved as much as we would have wished in the demanding cir- circumstances that have been 2020. But we should not be too downbeat since there is much to celebrate.
Whilst many of our sessions delivering safe and enjoyable riding, driving and animal care experiences have been curtailed much of our community has benefitted from the caring and giving spirit that is at the heart of volunteering. Individuals, groups and counties all have reported how they have continued to feel that they enjoyed a fulfilling and valuable sense of community. They reflect on the knowledge that there is someone there should there be a need and that the people remain positive, friendly and helpful, even if it is at the end of a phone or on a Face Time or Zoom call. And all of this whilst individuals have needed to manage their own personal cir- circumstances.
We know that all of our equines have received proper care, that funding needs have been met in emergency and that the Region and National office holders have been supportive and flexible to meet requests for assistance whenever it has been possible. I believe that this is what most of us belong to RDA for. So please reflect on these successes and on the plans that you all have in place for the moment that we are given the go ahead to get back on the horse, get back
in the stable or get back in the driving seat.
Thanks again to all and try and have the Best and Safest Festive Season that you can enjoy.
ANONA
It is easy to sit back and think that this has been a very difficult year and that we as a group of like minded souls have not achieved as much as we would have wished in the demanding cir- circumstances that have been 2020. But we should not be too downbeat since there is much to celebrate.
Whilst many of our sessions delivering safe and enjoyable riding, driving and animal care experiences have been curtailed much of our community has benefitted from the caring and giving spirit that is at the heart of volunteering. Individuals, groups and counties all have reported how they have continued to feel that they enjoyed a fulfilling and valuable sense of community. They reflect on the knowledge that there is someone there should there be a need and that the people remain positive, friendly and helpful, even if it is at the end of a phone or on a Face Time or Zoom call. And all of this whilst individuals have needed to manage their own personal cir- circumstances.
We know that all of our equines have received proper care, that funding needs have been met in emergency and that the Region and National office holders have been supportive and flexible to meet requests for assistance whenever it has been possible. I believe that this is what most of us belong to RDA for. So please reflect on these successes and on the plans that you all have in place for the moment that we are given the go ahead to get back on the horse, get back
in the stable or get back in the driving seat.
Thanks again to all and try and have the Best and Safest Festive Season that you can enjoy.
ANONA
RDA NATIONAL, REGIONAL AND COUNTY
Letter from Anona White Chair of West Mercia Region.
With summer holidays fast approaching I want to say thank you to one and all for the sterling work you do for our wonderful Charity "We are 50 this year.
With that in mind I am starting to gather up details of Groups and Counties plans for marking the 50th Anniversary.
National Office have ear marked the 30th Sept to 6th Oct as the target week for raising maximum awareness so Groups/Counties are urged to try and coincide with this to generate greatest impact. Do let me know what you plan and if you need any help in organizing or promoting your activity.
“Coaching excellence” is what we seek to provide and we are doing this in spades across the Region. Lynne Munro Regional Coach, is to be congratulated for her excellent work in supporting the new and current coaches as we adopt and embrace the Coaching Pathway, along with the County Coaches, thank you. We are doing very well in this and it is coming together nicely. Well done to all who have taken the change in their stride.
I look forward to welcoming as many Group Chairman that are able to attend our next Regional Meeting on Monday 7thOctober at RDA National training Centre, Lowlands Equestrian Centre. Shrewley. Warwickshire ..
Letter from Anona White Chair of West Mercia Region.
With summer holidays fast approaching I want to say thank you to one and all for the sterling work you do for our wonderful Charity "We are 50 this year.
With that in mind I am starting to gather up details of Groups and Counties plans for marking the 50th Anniversary.
National Office have ear marked the 30th Sept to 6th Oct as the target week for raising maximum awareness so Groups/Counties are urged to try and coincide with this to generate greatest impact. Do let me know what you plan and if you need any help in organizing or promoting your activity.
“Coaching excellence” is what we seek to provide and we are doing this in spades across the Region. Lynne Munro Regional Coach, is to be congratulated for her excellent work in supporting the new and current coaches as we adopt and embrace the Coaching Pathway, along with the County Coaches, thank you. We are doing very well in this and it is coming together nicely. Well done to all who have taken the change in their stride.
I look forward to welcoming as many Group Chairman that are able to attend our next Regional Meeting on Monday 7thOctober at RDA National training Centre, Lowlands Equestrian Centre. Shrewley. Warwickshire ..
