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PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, September 18, 1990 -- 21 Ride-a-thon benefits handicapped riders About $2,500 was raised Sat- urday for the Durham Region Horseback Riding for the Hand- icapped Association. he annual ride-a-thon took place on Saturday, with riders starting out between 9-11 a.m. from Hoskin Stables, located on Highway 67. Eighteen riders took part in the 12th annual ride-a-thon, with each rider raising money through pledges. The ride itself was 25 kms through the woods, and side- roads near Hoskin Stables. There were three check points along the way for riders who runinto problems. The North Shore Radio Club, and St. John Ambulance were alsoon hand for the event. The money raised from this event helps to subsidize the cost of lessons, and insurance for the Association. The group rides on Wednesdays for half hour lessons. Ze Volunteers are the basis of the Horseback Riding for the Handicanpsd Association. Many of the volunteers are adults who ride at the stables. The volunteers lead the horse, as well as walk beside the rider. Some of the members are bal- anced enough to go without a lead. .Some of the money raised from the event also helps subsi- dize fees for local schools that bring a class out to the stables. The Association did not raise as much money this year as last ($6,800 in last years), but the riders who did take part were high-spirited despite the cold weather Saturday morning. Riders were provided with snacks and lunches, as well as crests. There were trophies handed out to the highest earn- ing single entry, and the high- est earning group entry. Junior prizes were given for first and second highest single entry. Cheryl Galbalrth, far right, and Holly Ibbitson, left, prepare to take on the 25 km ride at - Despite the blustery con- ditions on Saturday, Judy Wright,], and Janet Farnell, of Oshawa were ready to participate in the ride-a- - thon at Hoskins Stables. ra Saturday's Ride-a-thon for the Durham Region Horseback Riding for the Handicapped As- 'sociation. Pictured with the riders is Jennifer Goulet. © Powerful 57 © High speed cutting ® Vibration isolated © Automatic oiler ® Softone muffler © Rubber coated handle bar & grip nition e Balanced 3-shoe clutch e Balanced crankshaft o Chain brake o SafeT-Tip SPECIAL $3.00 (1) Sharpening with this ad SAVE $75.00 on this Model 35 c/w 20" BAR and CHAIN 1 extra Chain & Container of Engine Oil Limited Time Offer For complete Chain Saw Service, see the professionals at: POWER 985-4771 EC SALES - SERVICE ! Reg.Rd. 8 & North Port Rd - 2nd Building - Unk No. 3 PUTS EE IE BEER RE EE EW Le EE TEE TERA BPW RS WE aE." PHOTOFINISHING SAME DAY SERVICE 1 HOUR SERVICE You can SEE the difference in our work! Special Offer September 19th to 22nd FREE 2nd SET of PRINTS -- Or -- FREE 5 x 7 ENLARGEMENT FREE FILM Your Choice with Each Processing Order of a 135 mm Film R.J.M. Quality Prints ia 60 WATER STREET 2" PORT PERRY 985-8821 JOB DEVELOPMENT WORK AND EARN WHILE YOU LEARN This program is designed to provide individuals with the skills required to make an effective transition from dependency on Social Assistance to self-supporting employment. BASIC ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA are: * age 25 or over * unemployed * less than grade 12 education * receiving social assistance * applicants must be approved through the C.E.C. office The JOB DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM is 32 weeks in length, and is divided into two sections: * 16 weeks in class - $7.50 an hour stipend * 16 weeks career related on the job experience The in-class component of the program offers: * academics * counselling / literacy / upgrading * life skills training * career exploration * computer t raining For more information on the JOB DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM call the centre nearest you: Applications accepted until September 28, 1990. fale) aw D UR HAM Beaverton (705) 426-4236 cov eG Uxbridge (416) 852-7848 i