Meet Our Dedicated Volunteers
Carolina Marlin, Operations Manager & Facebook Administrator
Carolina is a most dedicated volunteer, coming out 2-3 times a week. In addition, Carolina is also a knowledgable animal
technician and has schooled the other volunteers in many medical procedures and the art of injection. Carolina once had a fear of horses which
is why she initially volunteered. That fear has long since been conquered and now she even enjoys pleasure riding. We like to call Carolina
our "horse whisperer" because she sings and talks to the horses constantly while handling them. Many a nervous horse has settled down under
Carolina's loving touch. In addition, Carolina beautifully braids manes and tails with colorful ribbons and decorations. Thank you for your exemplary service.
Rachel Satterfield-Masen
Rachel lives in Walnut Creek, but comes to us from Arkansas by way of Chicago. Rachel first fell in love with horses
at 4 years old when she was put on one by her best friend's dad. She's a horse racing fan to her core.
She is a student of pedigree and is a fine handicapper, even though she's never placed a bet.
Cigar, Curlin, Rachel Alexandra, and Smarty Jones are some of her greatest loves.
She recently came in the top 5 in the country for a Fantasy Derby contest. She's an art consultant in her day job
and an artist when she has the time. She leases an Off the Track Thoroughbred in Martinez to work on her horsemanship skills.
Talia Goshay
There are not enough words to express the gratitude we feel for Talia Goshay and her tireless dedication to Neigh Savers.
Talia comes out every single day to Hossmoor. She turns out the horses, grooms, exercises, feeds supplements and trains the horses.
Talia has been on horses since she was two years old. Her mother took her to Fairyland in Oakland and paid for pony ride. 24 pony rides
later she still didn't want to get off although Mom Sarah had run out of money! Talia continues to improve her horsemanship skills with weekly
lessons at Half Halt Farms with certified trainer Heidi Riddle.
Christine Dietrich
Please send a welcoming neigh out to new volunteer trainer Christine Dietrich!
Christine is an ICU nurse at John Muir Hospital and because of her flexible work schedule is able to volunteer for Neigh Savers.
Christine has many years of experience with horses including Pony Club, dressage training, and natural horsemanship and TBs off
the track. We are thrilled to have Christine join our program.
Jessi Lukk
Jessi is a junior at a local high school and has been involved with horses since she was a wee babe.
Her mother Cyndi helps train our rescues and Jessi is always along for the ride. Jessi fell in love with Ymustichasethecat and
started working with him. Jessi knew she couldn't afford a horse of her own however on her 16th birthday Mom Cyndi surprised her by presenting her
the gift of Cat. However, she had a little help as Mr. Michael Mellen of Branjam Stable, who has been paying all of Cat's expenses,
continues as a partial sponsor so Jessi's dream of horse ownership could come true. Cat has blossomed with Jessi and always stands and waits for her.
Julia French
Julia helps us with rehab work, general groundwork and stall maintenance. Julia graduated from Santa Clara high school in 2010.
Between classes at a local junior college and two jobs, Julia still finds time to make the hour long drive to lend a helping hand.
Julia wishes to expand her knowledge of horses and feels that Neigh Savers is the place that will help prepare her for the day when her
dream of owning her horse finally comes true. Thank you Julia!
