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Apr
6
Sat
McMinnville OR Attending Trotting in to Summer @ Polk Couty Fairgrounds
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – Jun 1 @ 9:43 pm

First annual Polk County, 4H summer horse tax sale
advisory committee and fundraisers to support the Polk county for equestrian

Apr
25
Thu
McMinnville OR Attending blackberry Junction Spring show @ Albany fair and Expo
Apr 25 @ 10:00 am – May 4 @ 6:00 pm

Tickets sold at the door
Thursday presale 3 to 7 PM $10

Friday and Saturday 10 o’clock to 5 o’clock five dollars

everything from fine craft, jewelry, unique furniture, some vintage items, and lots of fun, rustic and rustic things for your home and garden, as well as snacks, food, coffee, and so much more

Apr
28
Sun
Forsyth GA Ride at Ocmulgee Bluffs on Apr 28th at 3:00 @ Ocmulgee Bluffs
Apr 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come join us at the Ocmulgee Bluffs for a Sunday afternoon ride beginning at 3:00 on Apr 28th.

This area is a beautiful place to ride.  Directions are as follows:

From Forsyth take Highway 83 north east towards Monticello.  Will cross the Ocmulgee River, and a few miles down, will go past the Enon Baptist Church on your left.  Will see a big Ocmulgee Bluffs sign on your right where you turn left onto Smith Mill Rd after seeing the sign.  There is a black horse sign with the words Saddle Horse Club written on it on your left as you turn in.  Road is not in the best of shape and narrow, so take it nice and slow.  After 2-3 ? miles, you’ll see the Saddle Horse Campground on your right and on your left, will be the entrance to the Bluffs where you pay and can park.

If you haven’t joined us in a while, please come on out for a good day to ride with some wonderful cowgirls!

Forsyth GA Ride at Ocmulgee Bluffs on Apr 28th at 3:00 @ Ocmulgee Bluffs
Apr 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come join us at the Ocmulgee Bluffs for a Sunday afternoon ride beginning at 3:00 on Apr 28th.

This area is a beautiful place to ride.  Directions are as follows:

From Forsyth take Highway 83 north east towards Monticello.  Will cross the Ocmulgee River, and a few miles down, will go past the Enon Baptist Church on your left.  Will see a big Ocmulgee Bluffs sign on your right where you turn left onto Smith Mill Rd after seeing the sign.  There is a black horse sign with the words Saddle Horse Club written on it on your left as you turn in.  Road is not in the best of shape and narrow, so take it nice and slow.  After 2-3 ? miles, you’ll see the Saddle Horse Campground on your right and on your left, will be the entrance to the Bluffs where you pay and can park.

If you haven’t joined us in a while, please come on out for a good day to ride with some wonderful cowgirls!

May
2
Thu
Forsyth GA Thursday Night Barrel Jackpot Barrel Racing @ Forsyth Arena
May 2 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Please see details below.

 

Open photo

May
4
Sat
McMinnville OR Attending Oregon Horse Center Tack Sale @ Oregon Horse Center
May 4 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Huge tack sale

Anything you are looking for you will find

McMinnville OR Attending Oregon Horse Center Tack Sale @ Oregon Horse Center
May 4 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

One day, only spring tax sale at the Prairie  complexe

Forsyth GA Dauset Trails Ride May 4th (Sat) at 2:00 @ Dauset Trails
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come join us on May 4th at 2:00 at Dauset Trails.  Will be a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon on our horses with our friends!

May
5
Sun
Forsyth GA IBRA Monroe County Arena Poles & Barrels (See Details Below) @ Monroe County Arena
May 5 @ 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm

See details below:

Open photo

May
7
Tue
McMinnville, Oregon, Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Knaipe
May 7 @ 11:59 pm – May 10 @ 12:59 am

Reservations are needed
Come join us for some great trails

May
11
Sat
McMinnville Oregon Elijah Bristow day ride @ Elijah Bristow, Elijah Bristow State Park
May 11 @ 12:02 am – 1:02 am

Come, join us for a day ride in Dexter, Oregon at Elijah

Forsyth GA Maynard’s Mill Trail Ride May 11th (Sat) Mother’s Day Weekend @ Maynard's Mill Farm
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come join us on May 11th (Sat Mother’s Day Weekend Ride) at 10 (Ride Out Time) at Maynard’s Mill.  It is such a beautiful farm filled with beautiful trails.  Cost has gone up to $15 which you must leave in the barn before unloading.  Always have proof of coggins in case it’s needed.  Please be aware there are still two bridges out of commission, but many other trails to choose from.

 

May
12
Sun
Forsyth GA Council Arena Barrel Race (Milledgeville) @ Council Arena Barrel Race
May 12 @ 11:30 am – 10:00 pm

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

May
18
Sat
Forsyth GA Trail Ride at Forest Service Rd 1099 on May 18th (Sat) at 10:00 @ 1099 Trail at Ocmulgee Bluffs
May 18 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We will be riding at 1099 (Part of Ocmulgee Bluffs) on Saturday, May 18th at 10:00.  Directions to 1099 are as follows:

From Monticello, Ga take Hwy 83 south towards Forsyth.  Travel approximately 12 1/2 miles.  At mile marker #2, slow down.  Note:  mile markers are on the left side of the road.  At the top of the hill, just before mile marker #1, take the gravel road (Forest Service Rd 1099) on the right.  There are two metal posts at the entrance, but no sign.  Will have our 40 Something Cowgirls Sign out by the road to help you know where to turn.  Go 1 mile and you will see a State Park sign on the left where you can park your trailer.  Primitive Camping is on the left and ride sides of the road as well.

From Forsyth, Ga (off I-75), take Hwy 83 North/East. Will reach a four-way stop at the intersection of Hwy 83 & Hwy 87.  Stay on Hwy 83.  Will cross some railroad tracks and the Ocmulgee River.  Once you’ve crossed the River, Forest Service Rd 1099 is the first road on the left at the crest of the hill right before a curve.  There are two metal posts at the entrance, but no sign.  Will have our 40 Something Cowgirls Sign out by the road to help you know where to turn.  Go 1 mile and you will see a State Park sign on the left where you can park your trailer.  Primitive Camping is on the left and right sides of the road as well.

From Jackson, Ga, take Highway 87/23 South and will come to a 4-way stop.  Turn left on to Highway 83 heading East.  Will cross some railroad tracks and the Ocmulgee River.  Once crossed the River, Forest Service Rd 1099 is the first road on the left at the crest of the hill right before a curve.  There are two metal posts at the entrance, but no sign.  Will have our 40 Something Cowgirls Sign out by the road to help you know where to turn.  Go 1 mile and you will see a State Park sign on the left where you can park your trailer.  Primitive Camping is on the left and right sides of the road as well.

Hope we have a good turn out and a fun and safe ride!

May
20
Mon
McMinnville OR Valentine’s Day, right @ Debbi Dreinser
May 20 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We will be having a delayed Valentine’s Day ride at Debbie Diesner.
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy after the ride
Wear something red and be surprised

May
24
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
May 24 @ 5:00 pm – May 25 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

May
25
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
May 25 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Forsyth GA Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Saturday Trail Ride, May 25th at 10:00 @ Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come join us on May 25th at 10:00 over at Charlie Elliott for a beautiful ride on the 5.6 multi-use trail as we meander thru the beautiful woods, and remember those who gave it all so we could be free….Hope everyone has a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!

May
29
Wed
McMinnville Oregon Jacqueline Miller horse camp @ Jacqueline Miller horse camp
May 29 @ 12:09 am – Jun 2 @ 1:09 am

Some great riding over in the Burns area no reservations

McMinnville Oregon camping at Graham corral @ Graham corral
May 29 @ 12:12 am – 1:12 am

First come first serve

May
30
Thu
Forsyth GA Mid-Week Ride at Ocmulgee Bluffs on May 30th at 10:00 @ Ocmulgee Bluffs
May 30 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come join us at the Ocmulgee Bluffs for a mid-week morning ride on Thursday, May 30th at 10:00.

This area is a beautiful place to ride.  Directions are as follows:

From Forsyth take Highway 83 north east towards Monticello.  Will cross the Ocmulgee River, and a few miles down, will go past the Enon Baptist Church on your left.  Will see a big Ocmulgee Bluffs sign on your right where you turn left onto Smith Mill Rd after seeing the sign.  There is a black horse sign with the words Saddle Horse Club written on it on your left as you turn in.  Road is not in the best of shape and narrow, so take it nice and slow.  After 2-3 ? miles, you’ll see the Saddle Horse Campground on your right and on your left, will be the entrance to the Bluffs where you pay and can park.

If you haven’t joined us in a while, please come on out for a good day to ride with some wonderful cowgirls!

Jun
1
Sat
McMinnville Oregon sisters cow camp @ Sisters cow camp
Jun 1 @ 12:14 am – 1:14 am

Great trails no reservations needed

Jun
2
Sun
Forsyth GA IBRA Monroe County Arena Poles & Barrels (See Details Below) @ Monroe County Arena
Jun 2 @ 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm

See details below:

Open photo

Jun
6
Thu
Forsyth GA Thursday Night Barrel Jackpot Barrel Racing @ Forsyth Arena
Jun 6 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Please see details below.

 

Open photo

Jun
8
Sat
Forsyth GA GAHA Trail Ride on Jun 8th at 9:00 @ Ashland Farm
Jun 8 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Event by Georgia Arabian Horse Association

Please go to their facebook page for more information and click here to see their event…2024 GAHA Trail Ride | Facebook

 

Public Anyone on or off Facebook
More details to come!
Ride led by member Missy Snyder
www.georgia-arabian.com
Helmets required and current negative coggins required. All breeds welcome!
Jersey, Georgia
WHERE:  Ashland Farm
1541 Highway 138 (aka Walnut Ave), Walnut Grove, GA
Ashland is a 430 acre farm & nature sanctuary, with trails & riding facilities available to members.

Jun
17
Mon
McMinnville OR Valentine’s Day, right @ Debbi Dreinser
Jun 17 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We will be having a delayed Valentine’s Day ride at Debbie Diesner.
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy after the ride
Wear something red and be surprised

Jun
18
Tue
McMinnville Oregon Santiam horse camp @ Santiam horse camp
Jun 18 @ 12:16 am – Jun 22 @ 1:16 am

Reservations are needed
Great trails come join us for a potluck

Jun
21
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
Jun 21 @ 5:00 pm – Jun 22 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

Jun
22
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Jun 22 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Jul
11
Thu
Forsyth GA Thursday Night Barrel Jackpot Barrel Racing @ Forsyth Arena
Jul 11 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Please see details below.

Open photo

Jul
13
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Jul 13 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Jul
15
Mon
McMinnville OR Valentine’s Day, right @ Debbi Dreinser
Jul 15 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We will be having a delayed Valentine’s Day ride at Debbie Diesner.
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy after the ride
Wear something red and be surprised

Jul
16
Tue
McMinnville Oregon, big Meadows horse camp @ Big Meadows horse camp
Jul 16 @ 8:00 am – Jul 20 @ 8:42 pm

This is a first come first serve horse camp
It’s a very nice cam with lots of trails

come, join us for a potluck

Jul
26
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
Jul 26 @ 5:00 pm – Jul 27 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

Aug
3
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Aug 3 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Aug
8
Thu
McMinnville, Oregon, Todd Lake, Camping @ Todd Lake horse camp
Aug 8 @ 12:21 am – Aug 11 @ 12:36 am

No reservations required
This will be the third time that we’ve tried to go there so hopefully they’ll be no fires in the area

Aug
19
Mon
McMinnville OR Valentine’s Day, right @ Debbi Dreinser
Aug 19 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We will be having a delayed Valentine’s Day ride at Debbie Diesner.
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy after the ride
Wear something red and be surprised

Aug
23
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
Aug 23 @ 5:00 pm – Aug 24 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

Aug
25
Sun
McMinnville, OR Oregon Riley Horse camp @ Riley Horse camp
Aug 25 @ 12:24 am – Aug 29 @ 1:24 am

Reservations needed for Riley Horse camp
This camp has awesome trails in the campground is really nice and well shaded

Come join us for a potluck after a long day ride with some crazy cowgirls

Sep
4
Wed
McMinnville, Oregon, whispering Pines @ Whispering Pines horse camp
Sep 4 @ 12:27 am – Sep 9 @ 1:27 am

This is a first come first serve Camping Area

Who has some great trails

Come join us for a potluck we have some great cooks

Sep
14
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Sep 14 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Sep
16
Mon
McMinnville OR Valentine’s Day, right @ Debbi Dreinser
Sep 16 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We will be having a delayed Valentine’s Day ride at Debbie Diesner.
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy after the ride
Wear something red and be surprised

Sep
24
Tue
McMinnVille, Oregon, Sheep Springs camping @ Sheep Springs horse camp
Sep 24 @ 12:30 am – Sep 29 @ 1:30 am

You will need reservations for Sheep Springs, Camping area
Also, you will need to bring Some kind of bee repellent

We usually do a potluck after our day rides with some crazy cowgirls and some great cooks

Sep
27
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
Sep 27 @ 5:00 pm – Sep 28 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

Oct
12
Sat
Forsyth GA Carson James Horsemanship Clinic in Covington @ Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center Newton County Agriculture Center
Oct 12 @ 8:00 am – Oct 13 @ 5:00 pm

NEW  DATE FOR WORKSHOP:  Oct 12-13 2024  May be an image of 1 person, horse and text that says '100% VORK HARD TO GET GOOD. THEN WORK HARD TO GET BETTER. OCT 12 AT 8AM -OCT 13 AT 5PM CARSON JAMES HORSEMANSHIP CLINIC Public. Event by Donna Smith and GA Carson Interested Going Home Video Friends Marketplace Notifications Menu'

Enjoy a fantastic weekend working with Carson James! Come see why Carson is considered to be one of the few with a ‘total package’ approach. He says, “Horsemanship is the one and only method that will work for every horse.” Learn how to adjust your ask and timing, better read your horse, get to your horse’s mind, and improve your relationship to obtain better results. Learn techniques to deal with most any problem and how to avoid them. Come laugh, meet new friend and become a better horseman, all while spending a weekend with your horse! What could be better?

Two days of hands-on small group sessions both groundwork and mounted.

■DATE: Oct 12-13, 2024  8am – 5pm (horse time)

■LOCATION:
Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center
Newton County Agriculture Center
720 FFA FHA Camp Rd, Covington, GA 30014

■PARTICIPANT: $750
▪︎ All Participants that have paid at least $750 by deadline (TBD) will receive a FREE Weekend Stall AND a FREE Dinner with Carson IF we have at least 15 participants paid in full by the Final Deadline. (Grab a friend and team up!)

▪︎Final Deadline: ALL FEES AND OPTIONAL PAYMENTS dates TBD.

Participant Form – Please copy for each person and return via mail or email [email protected]

■AUDITOR: Pre-paid Auditors accepted through date TBD.
▪︎Pre-paid fee is $25/day per person.

☆This year we are also opening the opportunity for Pre-paid Auditors to join us for our Dinner with Carson! See Additional Information below.
▪︎Fee at the Clinic $30/day

Auditor Form – Please copy for each person and return via mail or email [email protected]

■CONTACT INFORMATION: Please contact Elizabeth Waelde or Donna Smith for more information or questions:

▪︎Email – [email protected]

▪︎Phone – Elizabeth (706) 819-8047 – leave voice-mail or text
– Donna (706) 818-0772 – text only

■ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

▪︎Gates open for clinic at 7am. Clinic starts at 8am.

▪︎Final Deadline for receipt of ALL FEES TBD.

▪︎​All fees are non-refundable, but they are transferable.

▪︎​All dogs must be under control at all times.

▪︎A Silent Auction will be held each day.

▪︎ Stall Fee: $35/Weekend Includes 3 bags of shavings. Additional bags $8/each.

▪︎​Food-
☆Lunch will be available on site for Participants through pre-orders only. $8 per meal and must be paid by TBD.  There are eating places nearby for those wishing other options.

☆Dinner with Carson: Our Saturday night Dinner will be open to ALL Pre-paid PARTICIPANTS AND AUDITORS. Participants & their companion $20 each, Auditors $25 each. Fees must be received by TBD date.

​Lodging-
◇Bunkhouse lodging is available on site but space is very limited. Four bunks per room. Bring your own linens. $20/per person- per night.

◇Dry Camping – generators are welcome. $25/night

◇Hotels are available nearby in Covington, GA or Jackson, GA,

■​PAYMENT available through Zelle, Cash App, Check or Money Order.

Oct
21
Mon
McMinnville OR Valentine’s Day, right @ Debbi Dreinser
Oct 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We will be having a delayed Valentine’s Day ride at Debbie Diesner.
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy after the ride
Wear something red and be surprised

Oct
25
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
Oct 25 @ 5:00 pm – Oct 27 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

Oct
26
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Oct 26 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Nov
18
Mon
McMinnville OR Valentine’s Day, right @ Debbi Dreinser
Nov 18 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We will be having a delayed Valentine’s Day ride at Debbie Diesner.
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy after the ride
Wear something red and be surprised

Dec
16
Mon
McMinnville OR Valentine’s Day, right @ Debbi Dreinser
Dec 16 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We will be having a delayed Valentine’s Day ride at Debbie Diesner.
Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy after the ride
Wear something red and be surprised