RC: money going out out out

[Liz Newfield <lizfield@jeffnet.org>]

>On this subject, I agree that owning horses is very expensive.  However, I
have calcualted that I actually made a profit on my 5 endurance rides this
year:

1.	I already own the horses, pickup, trailer, tack etc.  These are basic
necessities of life so don't count towards the cost of endurance riding.
2.	I am fortunate that I have been able to car pool to most rides, thus
reducing the cost of fuel.

So, here's how I figure it:

Cost
Average entry fee	$70
Average fuel		 50

Total Cost	        $120

Return on Investment
Camping, two nights,
  horse, dog, two people $24
3-4 veterinary exams, 2
  detailed               100
Meal                      10
Tee shirt or other
  wonderful prizes        15
Hay and treats for the
  horse                   5
Total Return             $154

Net Profit               $ 34
Total profit 5 rides     $170

Don't know of another sport where everyone's a winner!
Think how much I'd make if I were to top ten and win BC.
                       



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