This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending March 21, 2025

Final Solicitation for Board Candidates
The Association is soliciting candidates for the upcoming 2025 Board of Directors election to be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Candidate applications must be received by the Association by 5:00 p.m. March 24, 2025 to be nominated and listed on the pre-ballot notice that will be posted prior to April 1, 2025. The pre-ballot notice will include all names that will be included on the ballot to be mailed by April 30, 2025.
Candidates whose nominations are received after March 24, 2025 may still run for election but will not be included on the ballot.
Candidate Resume
Solicitation Notice
 

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending March 7, 2025

he March 2025 Pony Express Is Here!
Spring into the new season with the March 2025 edition of the Pony Express magazine! Filled with exciting community news, updates, and must-read stories, this issue is one you won’t want to missPony Express Magazine
 
Trails are Closed to Vehicles Due to Muddy Conditions Until Further Notice
Trails are currently closed to all vehicles due to recent heavy rains and muddy conditions. Please do not schedule feed or hay deliveries while the trails are wet. Every year we get one or two drivers who think they can beat the odds and it turns into an ordeal to offload and wait for the trails to dry enough to send out a rescue. If you are not sure about your specific trail condition, please contact Jeff Hinkle at 949-425-1477 and he will inspect and evaluate.
 
Solicitation for Board Candidates
The Association is soliciting candidates for the upcoming 2025 Board of Directors election to be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Candidate applications must be received by the Association by 5:00 p.m. March 24, 2025 to be nominated and listed on the pre-ballot notice that will be posted prior to April 1, 2025. The pre-ballot notice will include all names that will be included on the ballot to be mailed by April 30, 2025.
Candidates whose nominations are received after March 24, 2025 may still run for election but will not be included on the ballot.
Candidate Resume
Solicitation Notice
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Candidate Resume
Solicitation Notice
 
 

March 2025 Pony Express Magazine

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending February 21, 2025

Moulton Arena
Come on down and enjoy the newly renovated Moulton Arena and Round Pen.  The arena is 170 feet by 80 feet and the new round pen is a spacious 50 feet in diameter.  The old gooseneck racing rails have been replaced with upright rails improving safety and providing additional useful riding space.  A walking path surrounds the area and provides access  to a new social area with a hitching post, seating area and a hydration station.  The newly configured Moulton Arena continues the tradition of providing Nellie Gail Ranch Equestrians with first class amenities.
 

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending February 14, 2025


 
Presidents’ Day Closure
Please be advised that the Nellie Gail Ranch Association office will be closed on Monday, February 17th in observance of Presidents’ Day. The Clubhouse will remain open and operate under regular hours.
Wishing you all a wonderful Valentine’s Day filled with love, joy, and sweet moments!
 
Next Board Meeting
Below is a link to the agenda for an Open Session meeting scheduled on Tuesday, February 18th at 7:30 PM. The meeting will be held at the Association Clubhouse. Click the button below to view the agenda. For any questions, please contact admin@nelliegailranch.org
Agenda
 
Horse Legacy Trail
Honor a cherished horse with a $50 expense contribution and a clean horseshoe, which will be embedded in the new concrete walkway. Donations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with the first 100 horseshoes guaranteed placement. Submit your horseshoe, payment, and horse’s name to the Equestrian Center or business office to receive a legacy map of its location.
 
 

February 2025 Pony Express Magazine

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending January 31, 2025
Moulton Arena Renovation Update
The Arena and Round Pen railings and base are complete.  Sand footing is being installed and grading the trail around the arena is in process.  Our completion date is estimate the end of next week.
 
Nominating Committee
Consistent with Nellie Gail Ranch Owners Association By-Laws Article VI, Section 1, the Board of Directors will be appointing a Nominating Committee at the February 18, 2025 Board Meeting. If you have an interest in serving, please complete the below linked form and return by Monday, February 10, 2025.
Application
Charter
 
 

Nellie Gail Ranch Nominated for Non-Profit of the Year Award!

We are proud to announce that Nellie Gail Ranch has been nominated as a finalist for the 2024 Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce Non-Profit of the Year award!  Voting is open until January 30, 2025 via the link in the below Chamber News Notice. Please review the nomination and show your pride in Nellie Gail Ranch by casting your vote now! 
Cast your Vote Today!
Nomination Information

This Week in Nellie Gail Ranch

From the Week ending January 24, 2025

Fire Awareness
The recent Southern California wildfires have raised awareness of the importance of fire safety.  It has also raised the level of anxiety many feel when seeing potential sources of fire in the community.  Now is the time to be extra cautious, extra vigilant,
Here are some examples of things we have received calls on that homeowners should be wary of:
• Many homes have large slopes that are unseen on a regular basis due to distance from the home.  Please review your entire property to evaluate.  The Orange County Fire Authority website has information regarding Vegetation Management, Home Hardening and online assessment tools.   https://ocfa.org/AboutUs/Departments/CommunityRiskReductionDirectory/PreFireManagement.aspx  
• Open fires in firepits and fireplaces in backyards.  Now may not be the best time to have these types of open flames, even in firepits and fireplaces.  However, if you do choose to entertain in this manner, please have a fire extinguisher or hose ready to douse any flying embers.
• Vendors welding in proximity to trails and landscape.  All vendors should have awareness of the surroundings they are doing work in and vendors performing work that may involve flames, or potentially sparks, should have appropriate fire extinguishers within reach.
• Leaves or brush on the trail or in the easement.  We maintain the easements consistent with the terms of the easement, for equestrian purposes.  As the easements are on property owned by homeowners, each homeowner may choose to perform a heightened level of maintenance to trim plant material within the easement but outside of the trail or remove tree branches, leaves etc.  If you have questions or concerns regarding your easement maintenance you may call the business office at 949-425-1477 or e-mail Hinkle@NellieGailRanch.org to discuss or request  an appointment for us to visit.  
 
Home Security Alert
CrimeMapping.com – Helping You Build a Safer Community  reflects a burglary last Friday the 17th on Hitching Rail.  Please continue to be vigilant in watching for suspicious activities by your home and your neighbors.   
Set your alarms.Be on the lookout for drones.  Legitimate drones flown for legitimate purposes are typically out of site.  If you can see and hear a drone in proximity to your home, particularly if it returns, it may be scoping out potential targets.  Call police dispatch immediately to report drones that are low flying or hovering in site of your home.
 
Moulton Park Equestrian Arena
The arena renovation project is progressing and may be completed by the end of next week, weather permitting.
The new arena railing is in place and the round pen railing will soon follow
 
Horse Legacy Trail
Honor a cherished horse with a $50 expense contribution and a clean horseshoe, which will be embedded in the new concrete walkway. Donations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with the first 100 horseshoes guaranteed placement. Submit your horseshoe, payment, and horse’s name to the Equestrian Center or business office to receive a legacy map of its location.
 

The Watering Hole New Menus

The Watering Hole has just unveiled its exciting new lunch and dinner menus, featuring fresh, flavorful dishes to satisfy every craving. Plus, the kids’ menu is packed with fun, delicious options sure to make even the pickiest eaters smile. Come on in and enjoy a fantastic meal with family and friends.
Dinner Menu
Lunch Menu
Kids Menu