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Jun
15
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – Steve Rother Camp 40 SOMETHING COWGIRLS ONLY CAMP @ Horse Creek Ranch
Jun 15 @ 8:00 am – Jun 19 @ 5:00 pm

FUN AND EDUCATIONAL Come join us at Horse Creek Ranch for a complete immersion into horsemanship. Our fun and educational camps are a learning event of a lifetime.

Located in NE Washington, about 1.5 hrs. NW of Spokane; Horse Creek Ranch is nestled in a picturesque spot only minutes from the Columbia River.

While here, Steve will lead you to a higher level of understanding and communication with your horse, and the things that you learn during your stay will enable you to go home with the tools you need to have a better equine partner.

YOU WILL LEARN: *Common mistakes of both the horse and rider. *How to think from a horse’s point of view. *What to do when your horse does the unexpected. *How to accomplish incredible things with your horse. *Key exercises to unlock your horse’s potential. *Exercises to correct your horse’s bad habits. *Confidence to overcome fears. *Tools to keep your horse calm, curious, and respectful. *Feel and timing to increase your horse’s try. *And much more.

 

5-Day 40 Something Cowgirl Camp – Rother Horsemanship (schoolofhorse.com)

Jun
20
Thu
Columbia Basin, WA – June Monthly Chapter Roundup @ Sterlings
Jun 20 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
40SC June Round Up
Time: 06:00pm for social / 6:30 – 7:30 to go over the agenda
Jun
21
Fri
Salem, OR Attending Festival of Balloons @ Cooke Park
Jun 21 @ 5:30 am – Jun 23 @ 6:30 am

Come see the festival of balloons as they balloons take off.

If interested in riding in a balloon here is the link to purchase your tickets.  They are still working on the event information on their website so you may need to check back.

Festival Of Balloons (tigardballoon.org)

Columbia Basin, WA – June BMMO @ Mt. Adams @ Mt Adams Horse Camp
Jun 21 @ 8:00 am – Jun 23 @ 4:00 pm
Mounted orienteering is one of the most challenging and exciting equestrian sports! It is similar to a treasure hunt that tests your horsemanship and map and compass skills.
Bring a compass, hit the trail with friends and enjoy the hunt!
No Alcohol, dogs or smoking are permitted horses and/mules must be at least 3 years of age
Contact: Karen Wilcox 509-301-5045
                 Jenny Orvis 509-308-8882
Salem, OR Attending Sip and Stroll @ Downtown Salem
Jun 21 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Experience a fun-filled evening sipping local samplings of Northwest wines, beer, spirits, and treats while strolling through boutique shops and other distinct venues in Downtown Salem.
Early Bird Tickets are $25 and include: 6 taste tickets and a complimentary keepsake tasting glass.
Early Bird Pricing for Drink Tickets: 8 tickets for $10 or $2 a piece
Group Pricing (Only 20 Available): $225 for 10 admission tickets plus receive an additional 10 drink tickets
Purchase tickets: Sip & Stroll – Garten
Enjoy tastings from:
503 Distilling
Andante Vineyard
Bethel Heights Vineyard
Björnson Vineyard
Brooks Wine
Buddha Kat Winery
Calapooia Brewing
Catman Cellars
Coelho Winery
Coria Estate Wines
Chateau Bianca Winery
Croft Vineyards
Cubanisimo Vineyard
Divine Distillers
Domaine 524 & Prophet Vineyard
Just Rum
La Chouette Vineyard
La Familia Cider House
LifeSource Natural Foods
Miller’s BBQ
One Hope Wines
Parra Wines
Pfriem Family Brewers
Shades of Brew Brewery
Sineann Winery
Vivacity Spirits
West Hills Vineyards
Willamette Valley Vineyards
Zenith Wine
Jun
30
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Sheep Springs Horse Camp @ Sheep Springs Horse Camp
Jun 30 @ 8:00 am – Jul 2 @ 5:00 pm

Come enjoy a few days of fun and riding!

From Sisters, Oregon, travel 12.4 miles northwest on Highway 20, then 7.0 miles north on Forest Road 12, then 1.1 miles west on Forest Road 1260, and then 1 mile north on Forest Road 1260 200.

Sheep Springs Horse Camp Reservations

Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: 1:00 PM

Campsites – $21 per night
($2 more on holidays and holiday weekends) (Plus $8 reservation fee)

Key Sheep Springs Horse Camp Regulations

  1. Bring only weed-free certified hay. (No local forage available.)
  2. Horses must be kept in stalls provided, and may not be tethered or picketed outside of stalls.
  3. Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  4. Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
  5. Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.
  6. Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  7. Secure food and scented items from bears.
Salem, OR Attending Jokers Wild Poker Ride @ TE Ranch
Jun 30 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Come on out for the 24th Annual Oregon Equestrian Trails Mid-Valley Chapter Poker Ride.

Directions: North on 9th St, go 1 mile, Left on Heritage Hills Rd, then follow the signs to TE Ranch.

$10 per hand or 3 hand for $20 (minimum one hand per rider)
Minors (under 18 yrs old) need a parent or guardian signature.

First rider out 9 am * Last rider out 12 pm * Awards at 2: 30 PM
NO DOGS PLEASE!

Food will be available for purchase from J&C BBQ.

For more information, please call Meg 541.609.1075 or email PokerRideInfo@gmail.com

Jul
2
Tue
Columbia Basin, WA – National Farrier Week
Jul 2 – Jul 9 all-day

Nominate a Farrier to win a basket for National Farrier Week

Cost: $5.00 to nominate a Farrier (money goes towards the gift basket)

Time Frame: June 27th – July 4th Nominate Farrier

July 4th – July 8th: Pick farrier and Create Basket

July 11 – July 15th: Contact Nominator & Nominatee and present Basket

A Farrier’s Name will be drawn from a hat on the week of July 4th.  Once the gift basket is completed I will reach out to the person who nominated the farrier the week of July 11th and set up a time and place to meet up to present the basket to the farrier and take photos.  The farrier’s who were chosen last year will not be able to be in the drawing this year.

To participate: you can either donate money to go towards the gift basket, donate snacks or gifts you think the farrier would appreciate.

 

 

 

 

 

Jul
3
Wed
Columbia Basin, WA – Basin City Freedom Rodeo
Jul 3 @ 8:40 pm – Jul 5 @ 9:40 pm
5th Annual Basin City Freedom Rodeo 
July 3rd , 4th, 5th, 2024

PRCA Sanctioned rodeo  

 Rough Stock provided by Corey & Lange Stock Contractor 

Timed Event animals – Tygh Campbell

Rodeo Secretary – Trisha Stacy

Announcer – Al Parsons

Sound – Bar G ProRodeo Sound 

Videoboard – Montex

Bullfighters – Sean Peterson and Ryan Manning 

Clown – Zack Cook (Cookie)

Flag Team – Wrangler Girls

Photographer – Spirit of a Cowboy – David Thomas

National Anthem –

2024 Schedule of Events

July 3rd

1st Performance

July 4th

8:00 am – Slack 

2nd Performance

July 5th

8:00 am – Slack

3rd Performance

 

Information for competitors

Rodeo Competitors 

$102,000 money added! 
Rodeo Events:  Bareback, Saddle Bronc, Steer Wrestling, Bull Riding, Tie Down, Team Roping, Breakaway Roping, Barrel Racing,  

Basin City Freedom Rodeo results can be found by visiting the PRCA Results website. (https://www.prorodeo.com/result/2023/basin-city-freedom-rodeo/13059)  

Local Competitors  

There will be payouts for all local events.  All competitors must wear jeans, boots, and a long-sleeved shirt. Cow Milking competitors must wear a cowboy hat.  ALL COMPETITORS MUST SUBMIT A SIGNED LIABILITY FORM.  IF UNDER 18, THE FORM NEEDS TO BE FILLED OUT AND SIGNED BY AN ADULT. 

Events:   ​​

​* Wild Cow Milking – Adult teams of 3.  Cow is let out of the chute with a halter and rope on.  Team is given a bottle.  Have to get enough milk into it that a drop will let out into the judges hand. $100 per team. ​

* Mutton Bustin – Kids 4-6 years old and under 50 lbs get on a sheep and hold on for as long as they can! –  $35 

Jul
4
Thu
Cottage Grove, Oregon 4th july Parade @ creswell parade
Jul 4 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

4th july parade with a float lots of fun handing candy out to spectators ect. Hope that ya’ll can come join.

Jul
9
Tue
Salem, OR July Roundup Meeting @ Queen Amber's House
Jul 9 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Let’s get Together and Have Some Fun!

Social Hour at 6 PM.

Potluck and Meeting starts at 6:30 PM.

Bring Your Ideas of Some Fun Events!

Jul
10
Wed
Tenino, WA Meadows Camp Out @ Ken Wilcox/Haney Meadows Camp
Jul 10 @ 10:00 am – Jul 16 @ 4:00 pm

Hi Cowgirls!

Join Diane Tupper for a fun camp week.  Diane has camped here numerous times and loves the serene tranquil area.  Lots of horse trails to be ridden. Lots of memories to be made.

This would be a great trip to ride share as the roads can be a bit intimidating for some.

Forest Service Pass Required

Weed free hay required

Ken Wilcox/Haney Meadows Camp Out

*19 camp areas located around the circle drive

*solar pump for stock water tank

*two toilets in camp area

*Highlines installed

*Trails are well maintained and marked

 

NOTE: You will not want to venture into Haney Meadows itself.  What appears to be a tranquil meadow was once the site of mining operations that left sink holes as a legacy.

If you would like more information please reach out to Diane!

 

Directions:

From CleElm:

Follow Highway 97 at Blewett Pass take Right into Sno Park.

Take FS 9716 to FS 9712 for 10 miles to reach Haney Meadow.

Jul
11
Thu
Salem, OR Attending Marion County Fair @ Marion County Fairgrounds
Jul 11 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Jul
12
Fri
Salem, OR Attending the Lavender Festival @ Arrowhead Lavender Farm
Jul 12 @ 10:00 am – Jul 14 @ 6:00 am

You aren’t going to want to miss this! @arrowheadlavenderfarm is hosting their first annual Mid-Willamette Valley Lavender Festival.

There’s going to be artisan vendors, food, lavender lemonades, U-Pick lavender, music, our farm store will be packed with lavender products.

* * It will be located at their farm 6373 Sunnyview Rd NE Salem, OR 97305. *

Cottage Grove, Oregon Cottage Grove Rodeo @ Cottage Grove fair grounds
Jul 12 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Helping out cottage grove rodeo doing Ticket booth, 50/50, Vip tickets, and clean up

Jul
13
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – July BMMO @ Balloon Tree, Tollgate @ Mt Adams Horse Camp
Jul 13 @ 8:00 am – Jul 14 @ 4:00 pm
Mounted orienteering is one of the most challenging and exciting equestrian sports! It is similar to a treasure hunt that tests your horsemanship and map and compass skills.
Bring a compass, hit the trail with friends and enjoy the hunt!
No Alcohol, dogs or smoking are permitted horses and/mules must be at least 3 years of age
Contact: Zenada Voss 509-956-8012
                Debbie Williams 509-386-6128
                Bethany Holmes 509-240-0989
Columbia Basin, WA – Walk Trot Triathlon @ Benton City Jr Fair & Rodeo
Jul 13 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Walk Trot Triathlon
Open to all level of riders.
This is a Buckle Series for 4 age Divisions in 3 shows
All proceeds benefit Benton Franklin 4-H
All equine enthusiast and guest are welcome to participate, watch or volunteer to help out.
Any questions or would like to sign up please send an
Email: [email protected]
Salem, OR Attending Artisan’s Festival @ Fordyce Farms
Jul 13 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
FREE ADMISSION, FREE PARKING
Saturday, July 13
• 9am-4pm •
Located on the lawn and in the orchard behind their store. Grilled lunches available for purchase. Traveling Taphouse on site from 11am-4pm.
Talented artists, crafters, trades-folk, and musicians from the Salem and surrounding areas will be featured at their festival.
Shop and support your local artisans! Some of the items you might find at the festival:
• Paintings
• Quilts & Blankets
• Handcrafted Soaps
• Home Decor
• House Plants
• Photography Prints
• Handmade jewelry
• Embroidery
• Epoxy
• Woodcrafts
• Pottery
• Paper arts
• Handcrafted teas
• Garden art
• Children’s clothing
• Fiber arts
• …and more!
Live music!
Jul
14
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Bees Street Market @ Aunt Bee's House
Jul 14 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Come join us on July 14th for the vintage, handmade & modern street market.

There will be lots of vendors, food and more. Plus there will be deals outside and inside the store.

So join the summer fun and find treasure along the way! 🐝

Jul
16
Tue
Tenino, WA Monthly Meeting @ O'Blarneys @ theGibson House
Jul 16 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Come and join us and see what we are all about!!   We have a love of horse and local events..  You earn points by attending and at the end of the year you can earn awards!

If you have any questions you can email me at  TenioWA@40Somethingcowgirls

Jul
18
Thu
Columbia Basin, WA – July Monthly Chapter Roundup @ Sterlings
Jul 18 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
40SC July Round Up
Time: 06:00pm for social / 6:30 – 7:30 to go over the agenda
Jul
20
Sat
Salem, OR to Attend Poker Ride @ Milo McIver State Park
Jul 20 @ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Register now for our July 20th Ride to Provide Poker Ride!
The ride will be held at the Milo McIver State Park, but because the State Park System no longer allows the exchange of money on park property, everyone must pre-register to participate.
You may register up to the day of, but if you register prior to July 15th, you will receive an extra poker hand.
Columbia Basin, WA – 3rd Saturday Trail Ride @ WE Johnson Park
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Every 3rd Saturday Meet up at WE Johnson Park for a nice Ride.

 

Foot in Stirup at 10 am

Salem, OR Attending Renaissance Faire @ Canterbury Renaissance Faire
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:01 pm

Come live the majesty! Featuring Queen Elizabeth, the Seattle Knights, Blacksmithing Demonstrations, Merchants & More!

July 20-21 & 27-28, 2024

Open 10 AM-6 PM

Located in Silverton, Oregon

Parking & Free Shuttle Service Available

Jul
25
Thu
Salem, OR Cowgirls Campout @ Quinn Meadows
Jul 25 @ 8:00 am – Aug 3 @ 5:00 pm

Come enjoy a few days of riding and relaxation.

To make reservations go to recreation.gov

Quinn Meadows is 30 miles south of Bend, on Century Dr.

Contact Princess Tootie if you want to coordinate meals.

Jul
27
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – July BMMO @ Target Meadows, Tollgate @ Mt Adams Horse Camp
Jul 27 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Mounted orienteering is one of the most challenging and exciting equestrian sports! It is similar to a treasure hunt that tests your horsemanship and map and compass skills.
Bring a compass, hit the trail with friends and enjoy the hunt!
No Alcohol, dogs or smoking are permitted horses and/mules must be at least 3 years of age
Contact: Tony Bland 541-861-9582
                Holly Futter 208-739-7110
Salem, OR Attending Warbirds Over Salem @ Salem RC Pilots Association
Jul 27 @ 8:30 am – 8:45 am

Pilots! Come fly your warbird with us at the Warbirds over Salem event!

Landing fee: $20.00

Aircraft Type: Any R/C warbird or government agency aircraft fixed wing and rotary wing is welcome.

Turbines are welcome with wavier.

80*1000ft grass runway

Power available for recharging.

Free to spectators!! Bring a chair, your sunglasses, friends and family and enjoy the airshow!  Food available for purchase at event!

Salem, OR Attending Santiam Summer Fest Street Fair @ Sanitam Sumerfest
Jul 27 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join for the largest Street Fair in the region!
Over 100+ vendor booths offering a variety of foods, arts & crafts, retail products, home decor, books, clothing, family friendly activities, services and information.
Are you a local business, non-profit, agency, or festival vendor interested in getting in front of thousands of potential customers? Join for this single day event! Applications are available by emailing: [email protected]. (50% off vendor pricing for all Chamber members! – Ask me how!)
Jul
28
Sun
Columbia Basin, WA – July BMMO @ Kendall Skyline, Tollgate @ Mt Adams Horse Camp
Jul 28 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Mounted orienteering is one of the most challenging and exciting equestrian sports! It is similar to a treasure hunt that tests your horsemanship and map and compass skills.
Bring a compass, hit the trail with friends and enjoy the hunt!
No Alcohol, dogs or smoking are permitted horses and/mules must be at least 3 years of age
Contact: Bobbette Ewing 509-961-1928
                Lana Bland 541-861-0067
Aug
1
Thu
Salem, OR Attending Sunflower Festival @ Neighborhood Church
Aug 1 @ 11:00 am – Aug 3 @ 5:00 pm
Get your tickets for the Stafford Acres annual Sunflower Festival at the Neighborhood Church off Stafford Rd!
This is a family friendly festival with hundreds of thousands of sunflowers, with just the right amount of zinnias and adorable farm animals🐥.
You can get a bounce house pass for your kids, enjoy concessions, feed the goats, visit the chickens/turkeys/peacocks, visit the general store, and wander the fields to find your perfect bouquet.
$5 per person, and $2 per sunflower bloom, $1 per Zinnia.
Age 5 and under enter FREE.
Book your entry tickets before July 15 and get one u-pick bouquet of 1-doz flowers for just $10
Really love sunflowers? Book a bundle with entrance for 2, and 2 dozen you pick flowers for just $38!
🐶Dogs are welcome on leash.
All donations go toward keeping this beloved event going another year, and supporting the special needs playground and service events.
*Please keep in mind, as this is an agricultural event, field conditions at the time of your tickets are outside our control. They will be updating their field conditions on their Facebook. Should field conditions be negative on the listed date of your ticket, they will strive to honor your ticket on another date they are open. No refunds will be issued.
Note: They are starting pre-sale with the first 3 weekends of August. It’s possible they will extend those dates to include the other 2 weekends in August.
The time you select is the hour you’ll arrive in. You can stay as long as you would like.
Hours:
Thursdays 11-5
Fridays 10-5
Saturdays 10-5
Sundays 12-5
Aug
7
Wed
Columbia Basin, WA – Farm – City Pro Rodeo
Aug 7 @ 9:00 am – Aug 10 @ 10:00 pm

Buying Tickets

Farm-City Pro Rodeo Box Office
541-564-8500

Farm-City Pro Rodeo Grounds has seating for nearly 8,000 spectators. Entry to the Umatilla County Fair is included with purchase of FCPR ticket. No entry to FCPR from Umatilla County Fair without rodeo tickets. Main parking lot at east entrance to FCPR grounds. Parking also available at any Umatilla County Fair Parking Lots.

Ticket Prices
  • General Seating…………………………….$ 17.00

  • Handicapped Seating…………………….$ 17.00

  • Child (Wednesday)………………………..$   5.00

  • Reserved Seating………………………….$ 20.00

Gold Buckle Catch Pen (Wait List)

$600.00 for New Memberships with a $250 Guest Pass available. Membership includes covered seating, refreshments and hors d’oeuvres, for each of the Farm-City Pro Rodeo nightly performances.

The Gold Buckle Catch Pen will be open one hour prior and one hour after the performances.

Call the FCPR Box Office 541-564-8500 with any questions.

Aug
9
Fri
Salem, OR Attending Liberty & Bridleless Riding Clinic @ Wallace Ranch
Aug 9 @ 9:00 am – Aug 10 @ 5:00 pm

Come enjoy an Amazing Clinic with Patrick Sullivan of Gamilah Unbridled & Modern-Day Horsemanship

Each day, participants will receive 2 one on one sessions with their horse.  Due to the individualized teaching, they welcome participants of all skill levels.  Their niche is liberty and bridleless riding, but participants are welcome to use their sessions as they’d like.

This clinic will end with liberty games Sunday Afternoon!

Cost: Participants $675 for 3 days, Auditors $35 per day.

To sign up email [email protected]

To rent overnight stalls, paddocks, dry or electrical hookup camping please contact Marla Batchelor 503-502-9297

Tenino, WA Joel Conner Horsemanship Clinic
Aug 9 @ 9:00 am – Aug 11 @ 5:00 pm

Joel Conner Horsemanship. Phenomenal teacher and student of the horse. Empowers the horse and the horseman.

This year’s clinic will be held Friday through Sunday, August 9-11, 2024.

We will once again have 3 3-hour sessions per class (that’s 9 hours of work per class). The Groundwork class will be from 9am – 12pm each of the 3 days, and the Riding class will be from 1:30pm – 4:30pm each of the 3 days.

Bring your own lunch, plenty of water, and SUNSCREEN! We will likely be working a bit outside, weather permitting.

Each class (Groundwork or Riding) is $450.00 for all three days, or $800.00 total to do both classes.

We require a deposit of $225.00 requested to hold your space PER CLASS, or a $400.00 deposit if you are signing up for both.

There will be a daily fee of $10.00 per horse for stalls OR outdoor pens, and you will be required to provide shavings for your stalls (indoor only) as well as daily cleaning and end-of-clinic stripping of your stall, but as usual I will feed for you 2x/day with your own hay and grain/supplements, if desired. Dry camping will be $20.00 for the weekend (suggested donation) – there is a bathroom on site but no shower, however there IS a 2 bedroom apartment available for rent if a few of you wanted to band together and rent that out (it has a queen and a bunk bed, but Keri said there’s not really a cap on bodies so air mattresses are welcome! https://www.airbnb.com/hosting/listings/editor/48871402/details/custom-link

Joel is also the new sponsor for Buck Brannamans clinic in Spanaway.

Aug
10
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – August BMMO @ TBD @ Mt Adams Horse Camp
Aug 10 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Mounted orienteering is one of the most challenging and exciting equestrian sports! It is similar to a treasure hunt that tests your horsemanship and map and compass skills.
Bring a compass, hit the trail with friends and enjoy the hunt!
No Alcohol, dogs or smoking are permitted horses and/mules must be at least 3 years of age
Contact: Tammy Zinter 541-861-0068
                Connie & Jerry Walker 541-938-6158
Aug
15
Thu
Columbia Basin, WA – Moses Lake Roundup @ Moses Lake Roundup
Aug 15 @ 9:30 am – Aug 17 @ 10:00 pm

Welcome to the Moses Lake Roundup

the Agri-Service Demo Derby

Tuesday, August 13th & Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

The Demo Derby is a Moses Lake phenomenon-the cars are sliding, spinning,
rolling, and of course CRASHING!  This event is guaranteed to provide hours of
entertainment for all ages.
– Driver Check-In starts at NOON
– Time Trials 5 – 6:30 PM (Tuesday only)
– Heat Races 7:00 PM

the Moses Lake Roundup

Thursday, Friday & Saturday, August 15th, 16th & 17th, 2024

Come and celebrate with us as we present the 81st Moses Lake Roundup Rodeo!

Before the first horse bucks at 7:30pm you will experience our special Pre-Show including Mutton
Bustin’ for kids. You can watch from our large beer garden if you are 21 and over or have dinner
and spirits in our Loadin’ Chute also 21 and over. Come early and get a FREE Rodeo T-Shirt at the
Blue Gate (opens at 5:30pm). Clowns, bull fighters and cowboys – – – Oh my!

**ALL DEMO AND RODEO TICKETS INCLUDE SAME DAY ENTRANCE TO THE GRANT CO. FAIR!!**

Columbia Basin, WA – August Monthly Chapter Roundup @ Sterlings
Aug 15 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
40SC August Round Up
Time: 06:00pm for social / 6:30 – 7:30 to go over the agenda
Aug
17
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – Benton-Franklin Fair @ Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo
Aug 17 @ 8:00 am – Aug 24 @ 9:18 am

It’s Fair week!

17th Saturday Morning – Parade

17th Saturday Night – Demolition Derby

20th – 24th 7pm – Rodeo

20th – 24th 8am – Fair

 

Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo

 

Salem, OR Attending Aumsville Corn Festival @ City of Aumsville
Aug 17 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Field of Dreams- If you grow it, they will come!
There will be more information released soon on the 2024 Corn Festival. Make sure to mark your calendars for August 17th for a parade, entertainment and as always- FREE HOT BUTTERED CORN!
The City of Aumsville is the only place that is accepting vendor applications. We will never contact you from our personal Facebook accounts regarding the Corn Festival, or for any city business. Do not respond to anyone else offering vendor applications.
2024 Corn Festival Sponsors:
Recology Organics – Sponsor of Free Hot Buttered Corn
Blazers Industries – Gold Level Sponsor
Republic Services – Gold Level Sponsor
Sandi Elwood – Sponsor of Free Pony Rides
Pacific Power – Gold Level Sponsor
Westech Engineering – Gold Level Sponsor
Riverview Bank – Sponsor of Corn Eating Contest
Northwest Natural Gas – Sponsor of Family Games
Jim Reed Insurance – Gold Level Sponsor
Figaro’s – Silver Level Sponsor
Marion County Farm Bureau – Silver Level Sponsor
Click N Fix Computer Repair – Silver Level Sponsor
Aug
20
Tue
Tenino, WA Monthly Meeting @ O'Blarneys @ theGibson House
Aug 20 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Come and join us and see what we are all about!!   We have a love of horse and local events..  You earn points by attending and at the end of the year you can earn awards!

If you have any questions you can email me at  TenioWA@40Somethingcowgirls

Aug
23
Fri
Salem, OR Attending NW Art and Air Festival @ Timber Linn Park
Aug 23 @ 6:30 am – Aug 24 @ 7:30 am

Balloons start lifting off around 6:45 a.m. (don’t miss it!)

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday balloons lift off from the fields at the south end of Timber Linn Park, weather permitting.

Night Glow (Friday ONLY)

The Friday Night Glow is full of joy and amazement for the entire family: brilliantly-colored balloons tower over the crowd, lighting up the night sky.

Half a dozen balloons participate in one of the Festival’s most popular events, the Night Glow on Friday only at dusk, weather permitting. Balloon pilots and crews set up the colorful fabric envelopes in open area on the east side of Timber-Linn Park, inflate them with hot air while tethered to the ground, and illuminate them in a series of patterns.

Please understand that weather makes a big difference on how the timing of the Night Glow will go. Depending on wind, the balloons might not be able to inflate for very long. Usually luck out and the winds cooperate but it is in mother natures hands.

Seating area opens at 1pm to put blankets and chairs down.

Please note: The night glow happens on Friday night only. (weather permitting)

Aug
30
Fri
Columbia Basin, WA – Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days @ Walla Walla Fairgrounds & Event Center
Aug 30 @ 9:00 am – Sep 1 @ 10:00 pm

5 DAYS OF FAIR FUNThe 2024 Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days begins on Wednesday, August 28th with the opening of the Fair and our headliner concert. Thursday brings more Fair fun with the always sold-out Demolition Derby! Friday kicks-off 3 action packed nights of PRCA Rodeo. Saturday is the annual Frontier Days Parade in downtown Walla Walla. Enjoy some of the daily entertainment, food, carnival, vendors, exhibits, concerts/dancing, games, Kids Farm Center and SO MUCH MORE!!

Columbia Basin, WA – Ellensburg Rodeo @ Ellensburg Rodeo Grounds
Aug 30 @ 10:00 am – Sep 1 @ 10:00 pm

2024 Labor Day Weekend Schedule

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24

5:00 p.m. | Ellensburg Rodeo Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony – More details coming

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28

10:00 a.m. | WestStar Best of the Best Roping in partnership with the Ellensburg Rodeo
7:00 p.m. 
| Ellensburg Rodeo Hoedown in the Downtown – corner of 4th and Pearl, FREE for all ages

THURSDAY, AUGUST 29

7:00 a.m. | Slack (first go of timed events)
10:00 a.m.
 | Kittitas County Fair opens
12:00 p.m. | Carnival and Midway Rides open
8:00 p.m. | Rockin’ the Chutes Concert
10:00 p.m. | Kittitas County Fair closes

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30

9:00 a.m. | Slack (second go of timed events)
10:00 a.m.
 | Kittitas County Fair opens
12:00 p.m. | Carnival and Midway Rides open
6:45 p.m. | Ellensburg Rodeo – Patriot Night (approximately 3 hours in length)
11:00 p.m. | Kittitas County Fair closes

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31

7:00 a.m. | Pancake Breakfast (University Way & Ruby – Grocery Outlet parking lot)
Cost is approximately $10.00 per person
9:30 a.m. | Western Parade (downtown)
10:00 a.m. | Kittitas County Fair opens
12:00 p.m. | Carnival and Midway Rides open
12:45 p.m. | Ellensburg Rodeo (approximately 3 hours in length)
8:00 p.m. | PRCA Xtreme Bulls Presented by Wrangler (approximately 2 hours in length)
11:00 p.m. | Kittitas County Fair closes

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

9:00 a.m. | Cowboy Church – Located in Section KK (NE Arena) – Open to public
10:00 a.m. | Kittitas County Fair opens
11:45 a.m. | Ellensburg Rodeo – Tough Enough to Wear Pink (approximately 3 hours in length)
12:00 p.m. | Carnival and Midway Rides Open
6:30 p.m. | Sunday Night Show
10:00 p.m. | Kittitas County Fair closes

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

10:00 a.m. | Kittitas County Fair opens
11:45 a.m. | Ellensburg Rodeo Finals (approximately 3 hours in length)
12:00 p.m. | Carnival and Midway Rides open
6:00 p.m. | Kittitas County Fair closes

Don’t Forget —

Visit the Yakama Nation Encampment and the Western Village! Open every day. 

Rodeo Tickets provide admittance to the Fair on the same day – Come early and enjoy both the Rodeo and the Fair!

 

Sep
6
Fri
Salem, OR Attending Sublimity Harvest Festival @ Sublimity Harvest Festival Grounds
Sep 6 @ 5:00 pm – Sep 8 @ 6:00 pm
The Sublimity Harvest Festival started in 1973 as a competition between local farmers to see whose tractor could pull the farthest.
Today, there have been many additions to the tractor pulls including truck pulls, ATV pulls, and MONSTER trucks!
Hours:
Friday • 5pm – 1am
Saturday • Noon – 1am
Sunday • 9am – 6pm
Free for Children (5 and under)
Sep
12
Thu
Salem, OR Attending Mt. Angel Oktoberfest @ Mt. Angel Oktoberfest
Sep 12 @ 11:00 am – Sep 15 @ 10:00 pm

There are many, many things to do and see at Oktoberfest.

Take your time and wander the streets enjoying the music and taking in the sights, sounds and smell of delicious food selections.

Sep
17
Tue
Tenino, WA Monthly Meeting @ O'Blarneys @ theGibson House
Sep 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Come and join us and see what we are all about!!   We have a love of horse and local events..  You earn points by attending and at the end of the year you can earn awards!

If you have any questions you can email me at  TenioWA@40Somethingcowgirls

Sep
19
Thu
Columbia Basin, WA – September Monthly Chapter Roundup @ Sterlings
Sep 19 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
40SC September Round Up
Time: 05:30pm for social / 6:30 – 7:30 to go over the agenda
Sep
20
Fri
Columbia Basin, WA – ETS Hosting @ Franklin Country Saddle Club
Sep 20 @ 7:00 am – Sep 23 @ 8:00 am

FRANKLIN COUNTY SADDLE CLUB

2801 Road 60 Pasco, WA 99301

Friday, September 20, 2024 – Sunday, September 22, 2024

Date Type Mi Name Price Contact Roster
Fri – 09/20 TC 5 40SC/PSR Fall Fling Early Bird Special$31 – $58 Kathy Lepore
Sat – 09/21 IH 40SC/PSR Fall Fling Early Bird Special$24 – $44 Kathy Lepore
Sat – 09/21 OC 40SC/PSR Fall Fling Early Bird Special$24 – $44 Kathy Lepore
Sun – 09/22 OC 40SC/PSR Fall Fling Early Bird Special$24 – $44 Kathy Lepore

Online registration closes Wednesday, September 18, 7:00pm, PST


ABOUT THE VENUE

This event will take place at two different locations. On Friday, The Trail Ride will be at the Richland Horse Park, connected to the WE Johnson Preserve. The Preserve has 236 acres of trail riding, including equestrian-specific parking, natural and constructed horse skill obstacles, updated signage and landscaping, a trail obstacle course and jump area. It has easy access from Hwy 240, local accommodations, shopping and restaurants nearby.

Those of you needing to check in on Thursday for camping and stalls at the Franklin County Saddle Club will be able to do so. We are also looking into dry camping opportunities at WE Johnson for Thursday night.  More information will be available as we get closer to the event date.

On Saturday and Sunday, the In-Hand and Mounted obstacle portions will be held at the Franklin County Saddle Club. The Franklin County Saddle Club has 4 lighted arenas, onsite trail course, wash rack, indoor stalls, 24 RV campsites as well as dry campsites, bathhouse with showers.

Easy access from I-82, local accommodations shopping, and restaurants nearby.

EVENT DETAILS

The 40Something Cowgirls and the Purple Sage Riders of the Back Country Horsemen are again collaborating on this event! We hope you’ll join us for a fun weekend!

*On Friday, we’ll start at WE Johnson for a fun Trail Challenge (TC) – a relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome..

*Saturday, we will have in hand in the morning, followed by a mounted Obstacle Course in the afternoon.

Sunday, we’ll have a mounted Obstacle Course in the morning.

In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.

Obstacle Course (OC) – a mounted event in an arena/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.

THE TERRAIN

At the Horse Park: Course is dirt with some wood chips and light gravel in areas. Most trails are wide and easy.  There may be some rocks, gravel, and potential water The trail is designed to be beginner safe.  Please, you know your equine and your choice is best. Barefoot, booted or shod.

At the Saddle Club: Excellent dirt footing in all arenas, Onsite trail course is dirt with wood chips some light gravel in areas.

MEALS

Meals are on your own.  There are several restaurants nearby and delivery services such as Uber Eats and Door Dash that will deliver to the Saddle Club and Richland Horse Park.  We are also looking into getting a food truck or two onsite. We will update you as the event gets closer.

Saturday night, we hope you’ll join us for a fun potluck in the Club House. Main dish will be provided, please bring your favorite side or dessert.

AWARDS

Beautiful ribbons 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!

Lifetime Awards (Equine & Rider) – Sign up 2 weeks in advance to get your qualifying awards!

Equine Carrot Club – Your equine will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden carrot charms as they progress through the levels. Equine points accumulate no matter who rides the equine.

Star Rider Club – You will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden star charms as you progress through the levels. This kilt pin will come with an Equine Trail Sports iron-on patch to attach it to. Rider Points accumulate no matter which equine is ridden.

ADDITIONAL FEES

Payment for ALL Amenities reserved at the time of online registration are due ON SITE and are NOT collected at the time of online registration.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

If you would like someone else to strip your stall, be sure to sign up

Franklin County Saddle Club

2801 Road 60
Pasco, WA 99301

Event Host Directions:

For Friday: Directions to WE Johnson will be emailed to you.

The Franklin County Saddle Club is located on road 60 between Argent and Court Street.

From Oregon: Take 395 North to Pasco. Take the Court Street exit, turning left on Court. Proceed a few miles to Road 60. Turn right. Saddle Club will be on the right side. Please use the entrance by the Equine Trail Sports sign.

Traveling East on I82: Take Exit 9, Road 68. Turn right on 68 and proceed to Argent. Turn left at Argent and continue to Road 60. Turn right on Road 60. The Saddle Club will be on the left. Please use the entrance by the Equine Trail Sports sign.

Traveling West on I82: Take Exit 9, Road 68. Turn left on 68 and proceed to Argent. Turn left at Argent and continue to Road 60. Turn right on Road 60. The Saddle Club will be on the left. Please use the entrance by the Equine Trail Sports sign.

AGENDA

Friday Trail Challenge
8-8:45am Check in available-get your number and ride time
9:00am Judge Meeting
9:30am Rider Meeting
10:30am First riders out on the course
Judge Shout Outs once all riders are in!
Awards after Judge Shout Outs!
5pm Check in available at the Saddle Club
Saturday-In Hand and Mounted
8-8:45am New arrival Check In
8:00am Judge Meeting
9:00am Handler Meeting
10:00am First Handlers on the course
Lunch Break for 45 minutes after last horse off course
1pm First riders on course
Judge Shout Outs once all riders are in!
Awards after Judge Shout Outs!
6ish Potluck in the Clubhouse
Sunday-Obstacle Course
8-8:45am New Arrival Check in
8am Judge Meeting
9am Rider Meeting
10am First Riders on the Course
Judge Shout Outs Once all riders are in!
Awards After Judge Shout Outs!

AVAILABLE AMENITY RESERVATIONS

STALLS-Please bring your own shavings
Friday Night Stall – 12X12 covered $25.00
Saturday Night Stall – 12X12 covered $25.00
Camping
Friday Dry Camping $15.00
Fri Hook-up Electric Site (30 amp) $25.00
Fri Hook-up Electric Site 110 hook up $25.00
Saturday Dry Camping $15.00
Sat Hook-up Electric Site 110 hook up $25.00
Sat Hook-up Electric Site (30 amp) $25.00
Meals, Stall Stripping and Shavings
Saturday Night Potluck (FREE) $0.00
Shavings $10.00
Stall stripping $20.00
Sep
28
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – Walk Trot Triathlon @ Benton City Jr Fair & Rodeo
Sep 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Walk Trot Triathlon
Open to all level of riders.
This is a Buckle Series for 4 age Divisions in 3 shows
All proceeds benefit Benton Franklin 4-H
All equine enthusiast and guest are welcome to participate, watch or volunteer to help out.
Any questions or would like to sign up please send an
Email: [email protected]
Oct
4
Fri
Columbia Basin, WA – Steve Rother Horsemanship 3-day clinic @ Franklin Country Saddle Club
Oct 4 @ 8:00 am – Oct 6 @ 5:00 pm

Pasco, WA: Excel with Horses 3-Day Clinic

Are you looking to develop more confidence, control, and success with your horse? Do you want to work towards a true partnership with your horse, built on respect and trust? In this clinic Steve will help you attain these goals and become the natural leader that your horse needs you to be.

REGISTER NOW at https://schoolofhorse.com/product/clinic-deposit/ Clinic Host: Cathy Ricard Phone: 509-521-0886 Email: [email protected] Dates: October 4-5-6 Location: Franklin County Saddle Club, 2801 N. Rd 60, Pasco, WA Cost: school of

Horse club member $505. Non-member $675 Arena Fee: $45 Haul in fee: $5 horse/per day if not stalled Stalls: $20/day Camping: $20/night There are 2 sessions per day, AM is green rider or green horse or anyone that is new to Steve’s program.

Afternoon session is for returning students of Steve’s program that are comfortable with loping, stopping, turns and more advance maneuvers. This clinic is designed to be an overall learning experience that builds on several aspects of communication, confidence, respect, trust, impulsion, and performance. The clinic is open to people of all skill levels and disciplines, beginner to advanced are welcome.  We also welcome horses of all ages and breeds.

Oct
5
Sat
Salem, OR Attending Ghost Walk @ Independence Riverview Park
Oct 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Ghost Walk is a free community event hosted by the Heritage Museum. Get to downtown early to enjoy dinner!
Go to the fountain to get your map for the evening starting at 7PM.
For more information visit: www.orheritage.org/ghostwalk