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May
16
Thu
Franklin, NC – Willis Knob @ Earls Ford , Willis Knob
May 16 @ 10:30 am – 6:00 pm

Meet on the entrance road, at the old field parking area just before horse camp, past the day parking area. we’ll ride the entire  big loop out to the river and follow the river down to Earl’s

Ford river crossing area then return up to FR to parking area.  Bring tons of snacks, lunch, and water. Shoes recommended on Ga side, trails are easy to moderate difficulty.

Call me or Lynda for Info

May
17
Fri
Franklin, NC – Secret waterfall Trail ride @ Cannon Rd, Chattahoochee National Forest
May 17 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Franklin cowgirls meet at Ingles in Clayton at 9am,   and Georgia & SC Cowgirls meet at 10:30  at forest 92E – come in on Cannon Road off Hwy 80  turn right on first forest road on right  go down turn around on loop and line up heading outward for pairking,

Secret Waterfall trail is outside the borders of the Chattahoochee – Oconee National Forest on private land which they allow hiking and horse back riding out to enjoy the beautiful beach and waterfall. We have to pack in our lunch and drinks, and pack them back out. We wil have lunch and a picnic, play in the water and swim with our horses, so bring a sheet to put down to place your tack on it to avoid getting covered in sand. Bring shorts and bathing suits and water shoes.  Dogs are allowed on these trails.  Also bring horse snacks and doggie snacks.

 

May
21
Tue
Franklin, NC – MCHA meeting – May 21st @ Macon County Fairgrounds
May 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:45 pm

Macon County Horse Association meeting.  The Board meeting will start at 6pm, then the general meeting begins at 7 pm, all cowgirl members will meet at the Alumni building

May
22
Wed
Franklin, NC – Tsali Trail Ride – Right & Left Loops @ Tsali Recreational Area
May 22 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Tsali Recreational Arena – Trail Ride Right and Left Loops. Remember you have to pay for daily parking online or in an envelope at the Kiosk. Bring plenty of snacks and water for a full day of fun and riding. Meet at large parking area at boat ramp. You can bring trail dogs to Tsali

May
23
Thu
Mountain View Chapter – Monthly Roundup & Awards Party @ Badlands Bowling Alley
May 23 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come and join us for the 2023 awards presentation, pizza, and bowling.  Badlands Bowling Alley.  We will supply the pizza and soda.  Bowling at your expense.

Franklin, NC – Line Dancing Classes – Otto Fire Dept Fundraiser @ Otto Fire Dept
May 23 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Franklin Cowgirls –  Line dancing classes to raise money for Otto Fire Department.  Meet at 6:15pm at the Otto Fire Station, Down in Ottoi off Georgia Rd. Bring $5 dollars required donation. Lets go do cowgirl line dancing. Wear your western gear and cowgirl hats.  Ca;ll tammy Stingone for Details 828-215-1059

May
25
Sat
Franklin, NC – Whetstone Trail Ride
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Meet at day parking area and ride out to Adeline or Earl’s Ford and then weave through the trails on South Carolina Side and return to parking area in the afternoon. Bring food, snacks, and plenty of water to drink. Trail dogs allowed on the trails

May
26
Sun
Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
May 26 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse

Franklin NC – Round Up Meeting – Darnell Farm @ Cupboard Cafe
May 26 @ 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Darnell Farm – Meet at 12:00 pm – have a May round-up meeting. Discuss additional trail rides, donations, and sponsors. Enjoy afternoon music, fellowship, friendship, and Dream Whips

 

May
27
Mon
Franklin, NC – Tow String up to Cabin Flats and Charlie’s Bunion @ Tow String Horse Trailhead
May 27 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Meet at Tow String parking Area – Requires a day parking pass or a yearly pass for the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.  We will ride out Bradley Creek, cross the creek/steel bridge and head up to Cabin Flats Primitive Horse Camp. Some may go on up to reach the top of 5600+ft to the junction of the Appalachian trail to go out on the rock outcropping of Charlie’s Bunion; it is one of the most spectacular views in the park. The trail is challenging and requires a slow and steady pace. Bring saddle bags with plenty of food, water, and snacks.  The Cabin Flats group can enjoy a beautiful meadow alongside the creek to enjoy lunch before heading back out.  The Charlie’s Bunion trip is roughly a 21.5 mile round trip distance, and the cabin flats distance is about 13 to 15 miles round trip. Recommend shows on all four hooves. No trail dogs allowed in GSMNP

 

Jun
2
Sun
Franklin, NC – Tunnel RD – Bear Creek trail up to Welch Ridge trail Ride
Jun 2 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

GSMNP – Meet at the paved parking area before the tunnel parking area at 10 am. Must have yearly or daily GSMNP parking pass. We will ride out White Oak and connect up to Bear Creek Trail, ride to the top and intersect with Welch Ridge trail, eat lunch, and either follow around to Forney Creek or return down Bear Creek. Bring plenty of water, food, and horsey snacks. No trail dogs allowed

Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Trail Practice Fun Day @ Amy Oehler's Place
Jun 2 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come and have fun and practice your trail skills.  Amy will make it interesting and add a treasure hunt.  Then we’ll test our skills with a horsey partner and play a few games.  We will break for lunch.  Amy will supply pulled pork sandwiches.  Bring a side dish or desert to share.  Amy will have water, otherwise please bring what you want to drink.  There will be prizes.  $10.00 charge per horse trailer.  This event is for 40SC members and their immediate family members.

Jun
22
Sat
Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
Jun 22 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse

Jul
7
Sun
Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
Jul 7 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse

Aug
10
Sat
Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
Aug 10 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse

Aug
24
Sat
Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
Aug 24 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse

Sep
14
Sat
Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
Sep 14 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse