Directors DutiesPRESIDENT
Carry out the day-to-day business in accordance with the By-Laws, and act in the best interest of the corporation by:
Vice-President
Carry out the day-to-day business in accordance with the By-Laws, and act in the best interest of the corporation by:
Secretary
Carry out the day-to-day business in accordance with the By-Laws, and act in the best interest of the corporation by:
Treasurer
Carry out the day-to-day business in accordance with the By-Laws, and act in the best interest of the corporation by:
EVENT Coordinator
Carry out the day-to-day business in accordance with the By-Laws, and act in the best interest of the corporation by:
MEMBERSHIP OFFICER
Carry out the day-to-day business of membership enrollment and recruitment in accordance with the By-Laws, and act in the best interest of the Association by:
MEMBER AT-LARGE
Carry out the day-to-day business in accordance with the By-Laws, and act in the best interest of the corporation by:
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Meet the 2023 Directors
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PresidentMary Johnson PowellI’ve been “horse crazy” since childhood when I met soft-nosed plow horses in Chula Vista tomato fields. I read all the horsey library books, took riding lessons at Bradley’s and taught myself to draw horses. As a
teen, we moved to Lakeside and bought a horse plus I won a young Morgan in a 4-H essay contest. After college I set horses aside to start and run a business making puppets for national sales. 25 years in, foreign imports ended that…so I bought a horse. And another….and another... until the purchase of a stallion necessitated my moving the herd to Suncoast Farms in the TRV. I’m interested in preserving equestrian trails and cleaning up the TRV. I’ve serve on the Citizen’s Forum of US-IBWC and the Steering Committee of the Tijuana River Valley Recovery Team. |
Vice PresidentLynn Reizer-HeftmannMy life with horses started in 2016 with riding lessons. One thing led to another and three years later my beautiful smart mare
came into my life. She's been very patient with me, and together we enjoy the varied experiences of the TRV. Everything, that is, except the scary ocean! |
Treasurer & Membership & Executive Secretary*John GabaldonI fell in love with the Tijuana River Valley in 1996 when my wife returned to riding horses. And then I fell in love with horsemanship, trail riding, and the Peruvian breed.
I joined TRVEA in 2002 and became a Valley activist. Now through horses and TRVEA, I work with terrific people throughout the horse community, and serve on TRVEA's Board of Directors and in officer positions. *Position is held temporarily |
Event Coordinator & Facebook ManagerMary ChristensenI have always loved horses and rode whenever I had the opportunity. I bought my first horse in 2002, a 2-year-old grey paint mare. I still own her and my sweet old gelding. I enjoy riding the many miles of trails in the Tijuana River Valley, riding with other equestrian groups, and camping with my horses.
I have previously served on TRVEA’s BOD for over ten years, mainly organizing special events. I have helped organize Western Day for underserved children and their families. I truly enjoy teaching, learning, and getting kids connected with horses. Life is good, but better with horses! |
Event CoordinatorBequi BrownHorses have been a part of my life since I was born because both
my parents were horse lovers. I grew up on three different cattle ranches in Utah, California and Costa Rica. Wherever we went, our horses went with us including Costa Rica. They were part of the family. As a child I complained to my mother that she loved the horses more than she loved her kids. Funny thing is my own children have made that exact same complaint. I have only one horse now, and he’s still part of the family. Riding him gives me peace of mind and great joy. I count my blessings every time I ride through the trees in the Tijuana River Valley or up on the Mesas overlooking the ocean. What great places we have to ride! I’ve had horses in the TRV for over thirty years and look forward to being on the board of directors serving the members of the association. |
Set-up & Décor LeadSamantha TunksBio coming soon...
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Instagram ManagerCamelia TzadokMy love for horses and horseback riding started when I was eight during a summer camp. Since then I’ve had the privilege of getting to do different riding styles ranging from endurance riding to show jumping.
I moved my horse to the TRV three years ago, joined TRVEA, and have had so much fun meeting the wonderful people and their wonderful horses. Trail riding around the valley is mine (and my horse’s) favorite thing to do! I am very passionate about the environment and animal welfare and am so excited to serve on the Board of Directors! |
TRV Emergency CoordinatorKay McCauleyI have loved horses since before I even knew how to say “horse”. My father was in the military so having a horse of my own was only a dream.
When I was 14, we moved to San Diego and I saved babysitting money to rent a horse at Dairy Mart Stables. We rode to the beach along Monument Road. I finally realized my dream of horse ownership at 30, starting with a nine-month old gelding named T.C. We both developed our horse-human communication skills. Many wet saddle blankets and miles in the saddle later, we became inseparable. I learned so much from him and continue to learn from every horse I interact with. I’ve had a lot of experience hauling horses and other livestock since the 2003 wildfires. I currently have two horses, enjoy riding regularly in the TRV and volunteering for many horse and trail activities. Hope to see you all out on the trail! |
Non-Board Volunteer Positions
Website ManagerChardae Jones KhimchenkoInheriting the love of horses from both her mother and her aunt, Chardae joined the United States Pony Club at the age 9 and has since dabbled in a variety of disciplines; from western pleasure to team penning to foxhunting and hunter/jumper.
While attending the University of California, Davis, she participated on and served as the President of the 3-Day Event Team. Today, she rides dressage and 3-day eventing and enjoys competing every so often. When not schooling dressage or jumping, she enjoys trail riding around the TRV with Indominus Rex, her much-beloved Holsteiner/Thoroughbred cross. Chardae joined TRVEA in January 2019 and manages the website. |