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Apr
5
Fri
Belton SC cowgirls going to Caney Mountain Arkansas @ Caney Mountain Horse camp
Apr 5 – Apr 9 all-day

We’re going to see the eclipse! Best spot in US for viewing. Come camp, ride, and enjoy . There are cabins, rooms, campsites available. primitive camping. Showers, water available. Call campground for reservations.

Apr
10
Wed
Belton SC Trail ride/Camp with LCSC at Wagoner SC @ Shulls Camp
Apr 10 – Apr 14 all-day

Come join the Laurens Club memorial for Mr Shull, spring ride. Primitive camping, generators allowed. Steak dinner on Saturday night with entertainment. Sandy road trails mostly. Come as Elizabeth Bigham’s guest for 25$. Please contact Libby (864) 9081717 before April 5th to reserve dinner. We’ll have a chili cook off Friday night.  T shirts available to buy at camp. Pens or high lines for horses. Negative coggins required.

Apr
12
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Apr 12 @ 5:00 pm – Apr 13 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Apr
13
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Wells Performance Horsemanship Cllinic @ Whispering Oaks Farm & Ranch
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

This is a focused Clinic for “Building Confidence Through Better Horsemanship”!  Nathan Wells will work you through some ground time and saddle time.  Requirements for this Clinic participation is the ability to walk, trot, and lope your horse.  His training will be improvements in horsemanship within each gate.  This will help the confidence of beginners as well as experienced rider!!  Limited space for six (6) riders.  Audit is $20 per person.  Sign up promptly at https://www.facebook.com/wellsperformancehorsemanhip

Farmersville TX @ 2nd Annual Steaks On Main @ Fannin County Courthouse
Apr 13 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Another fantastic time together to watch a Rib-eye Cook-Off and enjoy a steak dinner!  “Be there, or be square!!”  Go to this link for Tickets:  Tickets – Steaks On Main

Apr
20
Sat
Farmersville TX – Arena Fun Day @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come on out and share the covered arena for a morning of peaceful, comfortable, riding and training!!  We will be here to help and assist, or just travel the trails in the dirt!!  If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask.  Casual fun day… bring your preferred drinks and snacks for fellowship after riding!!  Please do not forget to sign Arena Waiver and drop your $20 for Honor System payments!

Apr
27
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Wylie 40 Something Spring Playday Series @ 1219 Cattle Company
Apr 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

1219 CATTLE COMPANY & 40 SOMETHING COWGIRLS, WYLIE providing their 2024 SPRING PLAYDAY SERIES

Books open at 9AM, Events begin at 10AM.  Age groups are 6 & Under, 7-12, 13-18, 19-39, 40 & Over.  Classes include Poles, Straighaway Barrels, Cloverleaf Barrels, plus 2 Mystery Classes.

Playday Series dates include March 2 & 16, April 6 & 27, May 11 & 25, and June 15 & 29.  High point Buckles will be given for each age group!  **MUST ATTEND 6 OUT OF 8 PLAYDAYS IN THE SERIES TO QUALIFY FOR END OF SERIES AWARDS.**

Cost is $10 per Class or $40 for 5 Classes.  Payment due in Cash or Zelle.

Farmersville TX @ Wylie 40 Something Spring Playday Series @ 1219 Cattle Company
Apr 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

1219 CATTLE COMPANY & 40 SOMETHING COWGIRLS, WYLIE providing their 2024 SPRING PLAYDAY SERIES

Books open at 9AM, Events begin at 10AM.  Age groups are 6 & Under, 7-12, 13-18, 19-39, 40 & Over.  Classes include Poles, Straighaway Barrels, Cloverleaf Barrels, plus 2 Mystery Classes.

Playday Series dates include March 2 & 16, April 6 & 27, May 11 & 25, and June 15 & 29.  High point Buckles will be given for each age group!  **MUST ATTEND 6 OUT OF 8 PLAYDAYS IN THE SERIES TO QUALIFY FOR END OF SERIES AWARDS.**

Cost is $10 per Class or $40 for 5 Classes.  Payment due in Cash or Zelle.

May
2
Thu
Belton SC Camping at South Mountain State Park @ South Mountain State Park
May 2 – May 5 all-day

Let’s ride in beautiful NC. South Mountain Park has it all. you must reserve a horse stall separately in order to stay in equestrian camp. They have bedding, water, electric. showers. Miles of trails. Negative coggins required. Shoes or boots recommended. We’ll be meeting up with other chapter cowgirls too.

May
10
Fri
Farmersville TX @ OK Amateur Quarter Horse Assoc VRH Show @ Fred Williams Arena
May 10 @ 4:00 pm – May 12 @ 11:30 am

Come join us May 10th and 11th at Connors State College’s Fred Williams Arena in Warner, OK, for their First Annual OAQHA VRH Show!!!  They will have all VRH Classes along with Special Event Ranch Riding and Ranch Trail.  A few of our Members will be competing and others will be cheering them on!  Make your reservations now.  Showbill can be found at this Link… https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=801396158698677&set=pcb.801396792031947

Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
May 10 @ 5:00 pm – May 11 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

May
18
Sat
Estacada, OR – Attending Extreme Trail Sports Obstacle Course and In Hand @ Tamarind Ranch LLC
May 18 @ 7:30 am – 4:00 pm

This is a day event put on by Extreme Trail Sports. Great for those new to the sport. Day rentals for stalls are available and should be reserved when you register but stalls will be paid for the day of the event.

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:00pm, PST

Saturday Morning: In-Hand event obstacles are completed dismounted. You may be saddled, halters with leads are recommended. All non-riding equines are welcome to compete.

Saturday Afternoon: Obstacle Course is a mounted event in an area/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.

There is a variety of terrain throughout the property. The facility has gravel roads throughout. The arena has sand footing. The trails have dirt, mixed gravel, wooded area, and lots of trees.

FEES:

Obstacle Course: $24-$44

In Hand: $24-$44

Continental Breakfast: $5 donation

Lunch: $8 donation for beef chili and chicken enchilada chili with chips and drinks

In addition to the registration fee paid to ETS, a $10 facility fee will be collected the day of the event to support the ranch.

Awards:

1st-6th place Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced

1st-3rd place Junior (age 13-17)

1st-3rd place Youngin’ (age 7-12) and

1st place Newcomer.

7:30-8:45 Arrival check-in; 8:00 Judge Meeting; 9:00 Rider Meeting; 10:00 First riders out on the In Hand Course; LUNCH after you ride-at your convenience; 12-1:15 Rider check-in for Mounted Obstacle Course; Awards; 1:30 Rider Meeting; 2:00 First riders out on Mounted Obstacle Course; Awards.

Farmersville TX – Arena Fun Day @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena
May 18 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come on out and share the covered arena for a morning of peaceful, comfortable, riding and training!!  We will be here to help and assist, or just travel the trails in the dirt!!  If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask.  Casual fun day… bring your preferred drinks and snacks for fellowship after riding!!  Please do not forget to sign Arena Waiver and drop your $20 for Honor System payments!

May
23
Thu
Belton SC Camping at AH Stevens Park GA @ A H Stevens Campground Georgia
May 23 @ 1:00 pm – May 26 @ 1:30 pm

Let’s get together and camp and ride at AH Stevens in Crawfordville, Georgia. Full hookup sites and horse stalls. Get reservations online. Negative coggins required. 1 800 864-7275 for reservations.

May
24
Fri
Farmersville TX @ 6RS Ranch Trail Ride @ 6RS Ranch
May 24 – May 26 all-day

Again, Linda Deas will be leading our Posse through her familiar trails and offering a great weekend!  Make your reservations NOW… there are only 12 spots with electric hook-up!  Call this number at 6RS for info 903-388-0439.

May
25
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Wylie 40 Something Spring Playday Series @ 1219 Cattle Company
May 25 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

1219 CATTLE COMPANY & 40 SOMETHING COWGIRLS, WYLIE providing their 2024 SPRING PLAYDAY SERIES

Books open at 9AM, Events begin at 10AM.  Age groups are 6 & Under, 7-12, 13-18, 19-39, 40 & Over.  Classes include Poles, Straighaway Barrels, Cloverleaf Barrels, plus 2 Mystery Classes.

Playday Series dates include March 2 & 16, April 6 & 27, May 11 & 25, and June 15 & 29.  High point Buckles will be given for each age group!  **MUST ATTEND 6 OUT OF 8 PLAYDAYS IN THE SERIES TO QUALIFY FOR END OF SERIES AWARDS.**

Cost is $10 per Class or $40 for 5 Classes.  Payment due in Cash or Zelle.

May
31
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Ebenezer State Park Trail Ride @ Ebenezer State Park
May 31 – Jun 2 all-day

We have another Trail Ride Weekend organized by Trail Boss, Linda Deas.  According to Linda, this is a very beautiful park to ride in and enjoy!!!  You can come for the week or just to Day Ride!  She will ride out at 10:30 am each day.  Bring your lunch or food as needed.  This Park has hookups that must be reserved at www.Reservations.gov.  Please contact Linda with any questions!!

Ebenezer is another Federal Park Property.  You can purchase a Lifetime Senior Membership Discount Card at www.Reservations.gov, or several other Memberships to pick from!

Jun
7
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Jun 7 @ 5:00 pm – Jun 8 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Jun
8
Sat
Belton SC Having a Fun Horse show at Tammy Farmer’s farm @ Tammy Farmer
Jun 8 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Hey Belton cowgirls! We’re having a “just for fun” horse show at Tammy Farmer’s farm. There will be prizes and food and fun! You’re welcome to camp for the night if you want to visit or ride on Sunday.  131 Brock Rd Honea Path, SC.

Jun
15
Sat
Farmersville TX – Arena Fun Day @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come on out and share the covered arena for a morning of peaceful, comfortable, riding and training!!  We will be here to help and assist, or just travel the trails in the dirt!!  If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask.  Casual fun day… bring your preferred drinks and snacks for fellowship after riding!!  Please do not forget to sign Arena Waiver and drop your $20 for Honor System payments!

Jun
22
Sat
Belton SC is Getting in a swim at Rhonda Davis’s Pool, Waterloo,SC @ Rhonda Davis
Jun 22 @ 12:00 pm

The weather should be good and hot, time for a dip in a pool.  Bring a favorite snack and beverage Rhonda is making lunch. Please contact Rhonda if you plan to attend. We will have a brief meeting and prospective members are welcome.

Jun
28
Fri
Farmersville,TX Riding High Cowboy Church Playday Series @ HB Patton Arena
Jun 28 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

June 28 @ 8PM -10:30PM

2024 Ridin’ High Cowboy Church Playday Series! “CASH ONLY” Full concession stand.  Sign up starts at 5PM Exhibitions are $5 & Events are $10

For mor information:  Josie Whipple 817-559-4770

Exhibitions:

  • Poles 5-530PM
  • Barrels 5:30-6PM

Playday starts at 6PM with all lead line events.

After lead line we will have:

  • POLES
  • MYSTERY EVENT
  • STRAIGHT BARRELS
  • BARRELS

Groups (age as of Feb 16, 2024):

  • 6&under lead line
  • Novice (any age
  • 8&under
  • 9-12
  • 13-17
  • 18-39
  • 40+

*RHCC rule book enforced/NEGATIVE COGGINS REQUIRED/1 High point saddle overall will be given at the end of the series/MUST PARTICIPATE IN ALL 4 EVENTS AT 6 OR MORE OF THE 8 PLAYDAYS TO QUALIFY FOR ANY AWARDS/Awards will be held in September**

Jun
29
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Wylie 40 Something Spring Playday Series @ 1219 Cattle Company
Jun 29 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

1219 CATTLE COMPANY & 40 SOMETHING COWGIRLS, WYLIE providing their 2024 SPRING PLAYDAY SERIES

Books open at 9AM, Events begin at 10AM.  Age groups are 6 & Under, 7-12, 13-18, 19-39, 40 & Over.  Classes include Poles, Straighaway Barrels, Cloverleaf Barrels, plus 2 Mystery Classes.

Playday Series dates include March 2 & 16, April 6 & 27, May 11 & 25, and June 15 & 29.  High point Buckles will be given for each age group!  **MUST ATTEND 6 OUT OF 8 PLAYDAYS IN THE SERIES TO QUALIFY FOR END OF SERIES AWARDS.**

Cost is $10 per Class or $40 for 5 Classes.  Payment due in Cash or Zelle.

Jul
7
Sun
Farmersville TX @ White Mountain Wilderness Tramping @ White Mountain Wilderness Campground
Jul 7 – Jul 14 all-day

We coined the phrase “Tramping” several years ago and it stuck… for a scheduled Trail and Camping Event!  Plans now to be made for your Trail Riding week(end) or just a Vacation week(end).  Linda is very familiar with the area and all the amenities.  Shopping, Horse Races, Dining & Wining, as well as primitive camping.  Bring your LQ, RV or Toy-Hauler!  Please reach out to Linda ASAP for all the details and ideas to schedule a get-away!!

Jul
12
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Jul 12 @ 5:00 pm – Jul 13 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Jul
14
Sun
Farmersville TX @ ABRA World Show @ Ford Truck Arena - EXPO Square
Jul 14 – Jul 20 all-day

We will be attending to watch our Members compete.  Join us there and let’s have a large cheering section!  Let us know you are coming… other Plans to be determined!?!?

Jul
20
Sat
Farmersville TX – Arena Fun Day @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena
Jul 20 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come on out and share the covered arena for a morning of peaceful, comfortable, riding and training!!  We will be here to help and assist, or just travel the trails in the dirt!!  If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask.  Casual fun day… bring your preferred drinks and snacks for fellowship after riding!!  Please do not forget to sign Arena Waiver and drop your $20 for Honor System payments!

Aug
9
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Aug 9 @ 5:00 pm – Aug 10 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Aug
17
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Run For The Million Watch Party!! @ Whispering Oaks Farm & Ranch
Aug 17 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Watch it with us… the 2024 RUN FOR A MILLION !!!  Bring you chair, your cooler, your snacks, your brew… whatever makes you happy and settle back for a fun evening in the “Barn” to watch the big screen telecast of this event!  It will be a blast and no one can tell… what goes on at the barn, stays at the barn!!

Sep
13
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Sep 13 @ 5:00 pm – Sep 14 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Oct
4
Fri
Farmersville TX @ 2024 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity @ Will Rogers Memorial Center
Oct 4 – Oct 19 all-day

Be there or be square!!!  Lots of days to watch some great competitors and their horses!!

Oct
11
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Oct 11 @ 5:00 pm – Oct 12 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Oct
18
Fri
Belton SC having a Fall Fling at Parker Bowie Camp, Iva SC @ Parker Bowie Arena
Oct 18 @ 12:00 pm – Oct 20 @ 12:15 pm

Yee haw its fall fling time! We have the entire campground reserved for our fling. 17 sites with electric. Plenty of room for primitive camping. We’ll ride out at 10 on Saturday. Potluck dinner /meeting games Saturday night by campfire. Let’s ride and party! Bring prospects too! Negative coggins required.

Nov
8
Fri
Farmersville TX @ 2nd Annual Northeast TX Horse Expo @ Longhorn Arena & Event Center
Nov 8 – Nov 10 all-day

We will be participating, again,  in the 2nd Annual Horse EXPO at Longhorn Arena in Greenville, TX.  This Expo event will include Horse Products Vendors, Sale Horse Alley, Food Vendors, Demonstrations, New & Used Tack, Stallion Exhibits, and Horse HealthFarmersville will have a booth and represent 40 Something Cowgirls!!  We will also attend and participate in EXPO Demonstrations.  The 2023 1st Annual EXPO was a huge success for our Chapter!!  MORE details to come in the next year!  Stay Tuned!! 

Nov
22
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Texas Open Ranch Horse World Championship @ Henderson County Fair Grounds
Nov 22 – Nov 24 all-day

And in final summary, our participating Members will wrap up their competition 2024 year back at Henderson County Fair Grounds in Athens!!!  Come out and cheer them on!  Your appearance and support is greatly appreciated! 

As our interest grows and our Chapter Members develop their Ranch Competition skills, we will continue to participate in this great East Texas Stock Horse association!!  Join us there for a fun, event-filled weekend.  Pick your Classes, enter at your level, participate and learn.  Monthly Clinics are often held to offer knowledge and training improvements.  Go to the link provided below and read the details… pay close attention to the offerings each month and the locations.  Below is also a sample from the October 2023 Clinic and Show. Locations may be subject to change due to unforeseen conflicts or other circumstances.  There is something for everyone… or you can attend to Audit and observe what you just might want to try next!!  https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=east%20texas%20stock%20horse

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