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Early, Texas ,  Richland Springs Senior Banquet

We will be volunteering at the Richland Springs School

providing a helping hand to serve dinner , drinks and dessert for the Senior Banquet

more information to come

Early, Texas. Monthly Luncheon at Ricardo’s Tortilla Bakery

Always delicious and fresh ,with a menu selection with both breakfast and lunch

meal is Dutch

Join us around the fire pit at Laura’s! We will snack, have drinks and catch up. Please bring a snack to share and BYOB.

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

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Must have proof of negative Coggins. Western attire required. Western heritage rules in all classes.

Books open Friday PM for practice @5:30pm. Practice starts @ 6pm

Saturday morning books open @ 08:30AM. Sorting starts @10AM

Early, Texas.  Will be attending the Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena

Advanced De Spooking Clinic

deSpooking clinic with certified Mounted Patrol instructors

in this clinic , riders and their horses will be pushed to more complex obstacles along with nightly sensory .

The goal of this 16 hour course is to build confidence in each rider and their horse through dynamic situations

for more information or to sign up

please call Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena @ 254-979-7433

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Please contact event personnel directly for details. Rockin  Wild Ranch has posted their flyer for the event. Cost is $270. This is the advanced clinic. The basic clinic is required before participating in the advanced clinic. Text your e-mail address to 254-979-7433 for your registration packet.https://www.facebook.com/share/p/Q6ZAR3je5wbQQ5FX/?

We are attending the 2024 Lampasas Riding Club High point 6 part series . Event Fees $6 per event(members) or $7 ( non members)   (LRC membership is $50.00)

5 Events of the day : Clover leaf barrels, Poles, Straight away barrels, Pylons , Spur

Age groups:

walk trot (open to all ages)

leadline0-6

unassisted pee wee 0-6

pee wee 7-10

intermediate 15-25

seniors 26-40

super seniors 41-55

classic seniors 56& over

this is highpoint # 3 of 6 part series

Wonderful group of gals and guys , family fun , and great way to work on new patterns and bond with your horse and enjoy something new.

Early,  Texas

Join us in honoring and remembering Veterans with grave site  flags for Memorial Day

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!

Let’s get together at Milo McIver State Park and ride the trails. Plan to meet at the park at 11:00.

Day use fee is $5, unless you have a State Park Pass. Feel free to pack a lunch and we can eat and visit before heading back home.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!

Early, Texas attending the Memorial Day Parade in Burnet

organized by the rotary club and the local VFW

current coggins reg

come dressed in your best patriotic attire for both you and your horse 😊

Let’s meet up and ride the trails. Plan to meet at the park at 12:00.

Day use fee is $5, unless you have an annual park pass.

Feel free to pack a lunch and we can eat and visit before heading home.

HOPE TO SEE YA THERE!!

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!

Monthly meeting. 50/50 raffle

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It’s time to bring in the herd. Come visit us, meet some cowgirls and find out about our upcoming events. Hope to see you there☺️

Early, Texas. Attending the Lonestar Riding Club Series

Poles,

Cloverleaf Barrels

Spur,

Straight Barrels ,

Single Bucket Flags

Please see details below.

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Must have proof of negative Coggins. Western attire required. Western heritage rules in all classes.

Books open Friday PM for practice @5:30pm. Practice starts @ 6pm

Saturday morning books open @ 08:30AM. Sorting starts @10AM

Early, Texas. Monthly Round Up Meeting

We’ll go over the up coming events .

welcome new members and enjoy fellowship

Please invite any family or friends that would like to join .

dinner is Dutch

Early, Texas.  Parade Float design and set up

Being your designs and anything you’d like to add to this year’s Comanche Rodeo Parade float decorations

last year we had so much fun , this year will be even better

Early, Texas. Attending the Brown County Rodeo Parade

calling all 40 Something  Cowgirls , come out and help us make a huge impact on our local community

as a fairly new chapter we welcome all horse back riders and float riders

Pink Cowgirl parade shirts , parade saddle covers, pink polo wraps and straw hats

current coggins required

staging behind the Lehnis Railroad Museum in the open lot

8:30 am check in

9am  be dressed and ready for Judging Awards

9:30am Line up on East Adam’s street

10am  parade downtown starts

Parade Awards

Best In Show

Heart Of Texas

Peoples Choice Awards

2024 Theme : A Time To Remember

Early, Texas. Attending the Comanche Rodeo, parade and grand entry

Old Fashion Rodeo weekend  in Comanche , Texas

featuring 2 nights of rodeo at the roping arena with mutt busting and special performances

parade starts Saturday at 5pm , cash awards for the best of the best

We are attending the 2024 Lampasas Riding Club High point 6 part series . Event Fees $6 per event(members) or $7 ( non members)   (LRC membership is $50.00)

5 Events of the day : Clover leaf barrels, Poles, Straight away barrels, Single barrel flag , baseball

Age groups:

walk trot (open to all ages)

leadline 0-6

unassisted pee wee 0-6

pee wee 7-10

intermediate 15-25

seniors 26-40

super seniors 41-55

classic seniors 56& over

this is highpoint # 4 of 6 part series

Wonderful group of gals and guys , family fun , and great way to work on new patterns and bond with your horse and enjoy something new.

Early, Texas. Monthly Luncheon at Grazed and Confused

So many delicious homemade items to choose from

Berry Yummy Salad , Mouth watering  chicken salad or the Club sandwich

So many options on their menu

Lunch is Dutch

Early, Texas attending the  Zephyr Jr Rodeo

Come  out and join us as we cheer on the very best at the Zephyr Jr Rodeo

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

Early, Texas. Lake Proctor Monthly Trail Ride

Come And join us at beautiful lake Proctor in Dublin , Texas

rated easy with some sand , gravel and rocks

trail ride should last less than 2 hours

lunch afterwards at Miguel’s restaurant, plenty of parking , lunch is Dutch

Negative Coggins required

Please see details below.

This is an event sponsored by Territorial Riders Oregon City Chapter of Backcountry Horsemen of Oregon.

Bring your digital camera or smart phone and find BIG FOOT!! Compete as an individual or teams of 2-3.

Riders out 9am-11am. The ride route is 2-2 1/2 hrs long. Finish by 2pm. Intervals are intended to control congestion on the trail and prevent a disclosure of a “Big Foot” find. You are in competition with those in front and behind you. There are 3 ways to win. You will be given a raffle ticket at registration AND you will receive one Poker Chip Draw Card included with your registration. You may purchase up to 3 more hands for $5 each.

Riders must return no later than 2pm to turn in their results. Prizes are awarded after 2pm.

Shoes are recommended for horses. Children are encouraged to wear helmets and dogs must be on a leash. (one player per horse).

For lunch, enjoy Brats and Sauerkraut, baked beans, potato and other side salads along with the necessary condiments. Ice water and pink lemonade are provided as well.

Entry Fee: $40 per rider; children 12 and under $20. Cash or Check. Extra Poker Chip hands (maximum 3 extra) $5 each.

Prizes are awarded to individuals or teams with the most points in the hunt, for First, Second, and Third place. Judges decisions are final. There will also be poker chip draws for other wonderful prizes as well as raffle ticket prizes for the 3rd chance drawing if you dont win in the first 2 categories, you may still win a prize.

Questions:

Contact:  Rebecca Duren      503-688-8179     [email protected]

or             Tim Lagasse            503-314-7712

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Early Tx LRC Playday #5 of 6

We are attending the 2024 Lampasas Riding Club High point 6 part series . Event Fees $6 per event(members) or $7 ( non members)   (LRC membership is $50.00)

5 Events of the day : Clover leaf barrels, Poles, Straight away barrels, Peppermint Twist , Bowtie

Age groups:

walk trot (open to all ages)

leadline0-6

unassisted pee wee 0-6

pee wee 7-10

intermediate 15-25

seniors 26-40

super seniors 41-55

classic seniors 56& over

this is highpoint # 5 of 6 part series

Wonderful group of gals and guys , family fun , and great way to work on new patterns and bond with your horse and enjoy something new.

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

The Estacada chapter is attending the ETS Weekend EVENT. Check it out. Let’s fill ‘er up!!

ABOUT THE VENUE: Tamarind Ranch is a 25 acre property that hosts a sand round pen, 72×31 covered area with excellent footing. 15 acres of forested trails are available for trail rides and walks. Self contained/dry camping is allowed. Personal portable corrals are acceptable and can be set up near your campsites. We offer boarding that includes 5 stalls and 5 paddocks and 1 medical bay stall and pasture board. 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.

EVENT DETAILS: This 2 day event challenge will consist of 3 events: In hand, Obstacle Trail, and Trail Challenge.

Rentals for stalls and dry camping are available and should be reserved when you register. 5- 12×12 stalls, 5- 12×18 paddocks (not covered). 15 dry camping spots. Personal portable corrals are acceptable and can be set up near your campsites.

SCHEDULE: FRIDAY: Gates open on Friday 3:00-8:00pm.;  1:00pm Early arrival check in for camping set up; 6:00pm Pizza & salad dinner will be available. SATURDAY: 7-8:30am NEW ARRIVAL CHECK IN; 9am Rider Meeting. SUNDAY: 7-8:30am NEW ARRIVAL CHECK IN; 9am Rider Meeting.

SATURDAY MORNING: In hand: the event obstacles are completed dismounted. You may be saddled, halters with leads are recommended. All non-riding equines are welcome and encouraged to compete! With at least 8 obstacles in the event.

SATURDAY AFTERNOON: Obstacle Trail: Any combination of pasture, arena, and trail (2-4 miles) with at least 8 obstacles. Multiple horses per rider may be allowed at host discretion. Please verify with the Event Manager to see if their schedule will allow for multiple horses.

SUNDAY MORNING: Trail Challenge- A relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles placed in camp and on trail. Ride at a leisurely pace with friends and family. Enjoy the sites as you improve your horsemanship skills. With at least 6 or more obstacles along the trail. One horse and rider per event. This event will take place at Jamestown/Three Beats Farm across the street from Tamarind Ranch.

THE TERRAIN: There is a variety of terrain throughout the property.

Facility: Gavel roads throughout the property and entrance

Arena: Sand footing

Trails: Dirt, mixed gravel, wooded area, lots of trees

MEALS: Continental Breakfast $5 donation accepted for breakfast goodies; Lunch: $10 donation accepted for Beef chili and Chicken Enchilada Chili with chips and drinks; Friday Dinner: $10 donation accepted for Pizza & Salad with drink

AWARDS: Ribbons For: 1st-6th place Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced; 1st-3rd place Junior (age13-17); 1st-3rd place Youngin’ (age 7-12); 1st place Newcomer!

ADDITIONAL FEES: Payment for amenities reserved at the time of online registration are due DAY OF and are NOT collected at the time of online registration. This includes: stalls, paddocks (not covered), meals, and dry camping.

FEES:

Sat: In hand= $24-$44; Obstacle Trail= $27.50-$51; Sun: Trail Challenge= $31-$58

Friday dinner: $10; Saturday Continental: $5; Saturday Lunch: $10

12×12 stall with paddock: $25; 12×18 arena paddock (not covered): $15; 12×12 arena stall: $25

Ranch Fee: $10

Per night dry camping: $20

On-line registration closes Wednesday, July 31, 7:00pm

go to: equinetrailsports.com and choose the events option to find the event to register

contact: [email protected]; 559-696-4165

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Laura has invited us to party in her pool! Let’s bring a dish to share, drinks and sunscreen!

Camp out and ride the beach! Dry camping – $30.00 per rig per night
Camping w/power – $35.00 per rig per night
Outside corrals per night or day use or your own corrals – $15.00 per horse. (You clean & feed.)
Barn Stalls – $35.00 per horse per night
(Bring your own bedding, you clean and feed.)
Rooms are also available in the B&B for $150 per night..
Pay on arrival-cash only!!

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

Bring your digital camera or smart phone and find the top surveyed answers to questions to chose from along the trail. Compete as an individual.

Riders out at 9-11 am. Riders will leave in intervals and Ride route is 2 -2 1/2 hours long. Finish by 2pm. Intervals intended to control congestion on the trails.

Riders must return to later than 2pm to turn in their results. Prizes awarded after 2pm.

Bring your lunch; lemonade, water and treats provided.

Shoes for horses are recommended. Children are encouraged to wear helmets and dogs must be on a leash.

Entry Fees: $30 per rider; under 12 years of age $10. cash or check. Day use park parking fee is $5; or purchase an annual permit. *Join OET at this event with the purchase of a single or family membership and recieve one free entry to this event. (Memberships will include 2025; annual memberships are: single $30, family $35).

Prizes Awarded: For individuals with the most points awarded in the Survey, for First, Second, and Third Place. Judges decisions are final. There will also be raffle prizes. Each entrant receives a raffle ticket for this drawing.

Questions? Contact:

Rebecca Duren – 503-688-8179 – [email protected]    Tonya Wilson – 541-609-0508 – [email protected]       Linda Rutherford – 503-504-5083 – cloudylindy@hotmail.com

West Texas Fair and Rodeo Parade is a great time to show up loud, proud and in style as 40 Something Cowgirls!
More info to come once we are closer to the event.