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OPA-ETC 2012 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE CITY OF ORANGE Management of the Mara Brandman Arena June 2013 Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

MISSION STATEMENT Orange Park Arenas, Equestrians, Trails Corporation (OPA- ETC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the goal of preserving the equestrian heritage and traditions of Orange Park Acres. Our Board and volunteers donate their time and expertise in the fields of equestrianism, trail systems and non-profit management in order to meet this goal. Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

OBJECTIVES • Promote the use of Orange Park Acres’ equestrian arenas and the multi-purpose trails systems that support them • Protect and maintain equestrian resources so they are used continuously and primarily for equestrian purposes • Provide equestrian educational and recreational opportunities for the benefit of the community Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

BOARD OF DIRECTORS & STAFF Articles of Incorporation and supporting documentation filed June 16, 2011 Chairman – David D. Mains Vice Chairman – Lynn Canton Treasurer – Michelle Williams Board Member – Alice Sorenson Board Member – Lois Widly Recording Secretary – Chris Cormack Facilities Manager – Bruce Williams English Show Chair – Joan Romo Western Show Chair – Joan Romo Gymkhana Show Chair – Sam Fossum Sorting Show Chair – Bruce Williams Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

NEW FACILITIES AND IMPROVEMENTS Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES Complete Rebuild of Stripped Property Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES New Class “A” Size Show Arena Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES Two New Round Pens & PA System New Warm Up Arena Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES New Show Jumps & Equipment Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES New Grandstands & Shade Structures Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES New American Flag & Pole Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES New Perimeter Fencing Replacement of Dead or Dying Trees Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES New Website www.opa-etc.org Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ARENA IMPROVEMENTS & NEW FACILITIES New Facebook Page Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ADDITIONAL NEW FACILITIES • Two new storage containers • New lighting at storage containers • New parking lot • New cow holding pens • New arena drag • New 4x4 quad for arena drag • New presentation board Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ADDITIONAL NEW FACILITIES (cont’d) • New picnic tables and benches • New use and safety signage • New water lines and watering system • New electrical lines and power outlets • 15 new hitching posts • New recycling containers Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

ADDITIONAL NEW FACILITIES (cont’d) • New announcer stand ( building permit pulled; construction not started ) • New timing system • New interior fencing • New arena lighting • Women’s League storage container • Girl Scout storage container Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

FUTURE PLANNED FACILITIES • Registration/Announcer booth • Marquis and entry signage • Additional shading • Additional hitching posts • Shade canopy adjacent to containers • Paint containers • Additional signage • Wash racks • Temporary horse pens Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

2012 SHOWS AND ACTIVITIES Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

2012 SHOWS AND ACTIVITIES 5 English & Western Shows 5 English & Western Shows Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

2012 SHOWS AND ACTIVITIES 5 Gymkhana Shows 5 Gymkhana Shows Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

2012 SHOWS AND ACTIVITIES 3 Cow Sorting 3 Cow Sorting Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

2012 SHOWS AND ACTIVITIES 3 Clinics 3 Clinics Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

2012 SHOWS AND ACTIVITIES Cowboy Easter Cowboy Easter Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

2013 SHOWS AND ACTIVITIES • 4 English/Western Shows • 7 Gymkhana Shows (6 sanctioned by CSHA) • 24 Cow Sorting • 6 Sorting Clinics • Cowboy Easter • 3 Week-Long Summer Equestrian Kids Camps Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

2013 SHOWS AND ACTIVITIES (cont’d) • Single Action Shooting • Western Night & Square Dance • Private Lessons • Special Needs Therapy Clinics • Awards Banquets for the Show Champions Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC

FUTURE PLANS AND PROGRAMS • Growth of existing equestrian events • Provide for more advanced equestrian shows • Provide more educational opportunities • Provide additional volunteer opportunities • Continue site upgrades • Improve fundraising opportunities • Conduct community outreach to support equestrian lifestyle Orange Park Arena, Equestrians, Trails Corporation - OPA-ETC