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Jan
7
Sun
Salem, OR Holiday Party @ Amber's House
Jan 7 @ 11:30 am – 4:00 pm

Come celebrate our End of a Fun Year and the start to a new year!

White Elephant Gift $40 and Up Range.

Socks Exchange.  Bring one pair of socks wrapped in a paper bag to exchange.

Jan
14
Sun
Aiken SC, Holiday Party
Jan 14 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

See Private Facebook page for more details or send message to Beth Hall for more information

Jan
20
Sat
Belfair, WA: Attending Flying M Indoor Mountain Trail Course Play Day @ Flying M Stables
Jan 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

You must pick a 2-hour time slot when registering and paying Flying M Stables.

Jan
27
Sat
Spanaway, WA: Hosting FYFS and Browband Making Workshops
Jan 27 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Due to weather, this event has been rescheduled from 1/13/24 to 1/27/24.

One of our cowgirls is hosting a equitation workshop at 1 PM at her private residence. At 3 PM, the same member will host a browband making workshop. Space available for 6-10 participants. Cost is about $10 for leather, plus any bling you would like to add.

Please email for additional information and address of event.

Stanton, TX Attending Jennifer’s Mardi Gras Birthday Bash @ Jennifer's House
Jan 27 @ 7:00 pm

Put on your beads and get ready to party!  Mardi Gras season is winding up.  Let’s kick it off at Jennifer’s birthday bash!

Feb
7
Wed
Big Spring TX Tattoo Day @ Mom and Pops Tattoo Shop
Feb 7 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Come on over to the tattoo shop and get some ink done.  We will have several Cowgirls coming in for new tattoos as well as some touch-ups..  All are welcome…

Feb
9
Fri
Collinwood, TN Barn Party at Lisa Holt’s Residence @ Lisa Holts Residence
Feb 9 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We will be cooking hot dogs and smores on an open fire.  Bring a horse related item valued at $10 or less for a game.  Come prepared to have fun!

Feb
17
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – 2023 Christmas Party @ Debra Peals House
Feb 17 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Please join us for our Annual Christmas party that got moved to January

 

Date: Jan 13th

Time: 4 pm

Location: Debra Peale’s Place

Food:  Potluck Style

RSVP: Debra by January 6th 2024

 

Please sign up for the dish you want to bring:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A8AF28A2F5C25-45988101-40sc

 

Bring a Dessert for the Silent Auction to help raise funds for our next Christmas Party

 

Feb
18
Sun
Rock Springs WY Bowling Afternoon @ Pla Mor Bowling Lanes
Feb 18 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Let’s go bowling. Sunday February 18, 2024 at 1 pm. We might have to wait for an lane, but it doesn’t usually take too long. Cost is $4 per game. Please let me know if you are interested in going so we can get a head count.

Benbrook, TX Bowling Night @ Cowtown Bowling Palace
Feb 18 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come have some bowling fun with your cowgirl family.

Feb
21
Wed
Tenino, WA Paint & Sip @ Paint & Sip
Feb 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

I will have more information on the tickets to come! Please be patient! Thanks!

Come join us for a fun evening of painting and fun!  A great way to get together when its too rainy to ride.  Don’t worry if you can’t paint, I can’t, even my stick figures are scary.  I have done this before, it is fun!

Feb
22
Thu
Benbrook TX- Cowgirl Connection @ National Cowgirl Museum
Feb 22 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us at our favorite museum as we hear from Courtenay Dehoff at the museum. Light bites. RSVP to the museum if you are a member. [email protected]

Feb
24
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Night Ride Obstacle Clinic @ Legacy Ranch
Feb 24 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Cowgirl Jennie Vayo is setting up an opportunity for you to participate in a Night Ride Obstacle Clinic at Legacy Ranch in Lone Oak.  This Clinic will be offered by Hunt County Sheriff’s Posse, under the direction of David and Terry Rogers.  It is limited to ten (10) riders, so sign-up quickly.  If weather is prohibitive, it will be rescheduled.  Come on out… new opportunity, new experience!!

KINNEAR, WY Anniversary and Awards Party @ Riverton Country Club
Feb 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

This is also our monthly meeting. 6pm at the Riverton Country Club. I will announce our chapter awards and there will be raffles and silent auctions. We choose from menu items for dinner and everyone is responsible for paying for their own meals.  Please RSVP to Marillyn by February 18th. You are welcome to bring family and friends!

Feb
25
Sun
Poolville, TX Attending Obstacles @ BTCC @ Brazos Trails Cowboy Church
Feb 25 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Let’s have fun with the horses on some obstacles. The church is going to have 3 events, 2 practices and the one in April will be a patterned jackpot format. The flyer can be found on Brazos Trails FB page or Poolville Chapter page.

Benbrook, TX Game Night @ Reed Residence
Feb 25 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

BYOB dinner and games. Bring a $5.00 scratch off or an item of  same value for a game. Can be a garage sale item or something someone may want.  Put it in a bag or an envelope. We are meeting at Rhonda’s place in Pecan Plantation.  Don’t speed in Pecan Plantation, they are serious about their speed limits.

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When: 3 pm Feb 25, 2004
Where: 5908 Pebble Beach Ct, Granbury 76049
Please RSVP as you will need to check in at Pecan Plantation Community Gate.  We have a front and back gate.
Special note:  GPS could take you long route around Ravenswood/Bellchase
Speed limit is highly enforced
Beware: Deer are crossing streets
Should be plenty of parking
Cooking Babyback ribs and sides to be determined as game night nears
Bring something in a bag that you would sell for 5.00 dollars at your garage sale or bring a 5.00 scratch off ticket.
Games to be announced at party
Every time you win, take a prize.  End of games,  you can swap your prize or give to another person.  It’s all about Fun & Laughter!

Mar
1
Fri
Belton SC attending BCH Obstacle Ride Meeting at Croft Park @ Croft State Park,
Mar 1 @ 3:59 pm – Mar 3 @ 4:59 pm

Cowgirls we’re joining the Back Country Horsemen for a fun annual meeting, obstacle course, prizes, camping. Sign up for lunch with the BCH. $40.00 if paid by Feb 15. $50 after. Reserve campsite through Croft Park. Contact [email protected]. Negative coggins required.

Mar
8
Fri
Early, Texas Set up Obstacle Course for Playday @ Rockin Wild Ranch
Mar 8 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Early, Texas

will be  setting up for the Rockin Wild Ranch Obstacle Course Playday event

over 25 obstacle courses

free event for 40 Something Cowgirl members

Current coggins is required , please bring your coggins paperwork

bring your horses to ride after we set up all of the obstacles , it’ll be fun

Greenville, TX – Obstacle Practice & Jackpot @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
Mar 8 @ 6:00 pm – Mar 9 @ 2:00 pm

Come join us for some really fun obstacle practice on Friday and then enter the fun jackpot on Saturday.  There will be divisions depending on number entered to spread the winnings to all levels of horses and riders! We’ll have an in-hand and a riding class!  Practice is from 6-10 Friday, come and go as you can.  It’ll be open group practice to work on whatever you need.  We will have approximately 20 obstacles to work on. Bring your babies, bring your seasoned horses. Practice in hand or mounted! We’ll be there to help you and your horse along! It’s going to be a GREAT time!!

Mar
10
Sun
Early, Texas 40 SCC Obstacle Fun For Horses and Riders @ Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena
Mar 10 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Early, Texas.  40 Something Cowgirls Obstacle Fun For Horse and Rider

Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena has graciously opened up their gorgeous covered arena , for us to have fun  in their arena with Obstacles.

Bridges, teeter-tots , cowboy curtain, water obstacles, push mobile, tire drag, tire climb, mailbox, 42’ tarp, noodle obstacle, turn style, buddy carry , gates, jump, logs to cross, flag carry , music, and soooooo much more

if your looking for inspiration, encouragement, to share laughs , make incredible memories and meet some amazing 40 Something Cowgirls , then this is the event you’ve been waiting for!

please come a little early to saddle up and be ready to go

gate opens up at 2pm

MUST SHOW PROOF OF CURRENT COGGINS

Mar
15
Fri
Rock Springs WY St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail Party @ Nichols Ranch
Mar 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Let the Shenanigans Begin. Cowgirl Cocktail Party on March 15, 2024 at Susan Nichols’ house. Green beer or a Fuzzy Leprechauns are on our list of things to drink. We will have appetizers also. Everyone welcome to come. Please RSVP.

Mar
16
Sat
Collinwood, TN Obstacle Playday and Potluck Lunch @ Home of Kimberly Krueger
Mar 16 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

This will be our second obstacle play day at Kim’s house.  If you didn’t come the first time, you missed out on a good time.  Kim has an unbelieve obstacle course set up at her home and changes it up on a weekly basis.  This course will be a St. Patty’s Day Theme.  It’s $40 per person and you need to bring a side dish to go with Taco Soup for our potluck lunch!

KINNEAR, WY Birthday Party @ Midvale Store/Hilltop Bar
Mar 16 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come out to celebrate Marillyn’s birthday! Dinner at Midvale Station (6pm) and then Disco party at hilltop Lounge!

Mar
19
Tue
Tenino, WA Ceramic Shop @ Tammy's Ceramic Shop
Mar 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Hi Ladies!

Another fun idea!  Really hoping for us to all get together and get to know each other so in the spring and summer our rides will be relaxing and we will know a bit about each other.  Always awkward to ride with strangers, Right????  Bring a few trinkets from a favorite horse, dog, person etc. to place gently into a keepsake.

Prices are 8X8 is $45         or             11X14 $75

 

 

Mar
22
Fri
Benbrook TX- Exhibit Opening @ National Cowgirl Museum
Mar 22 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us at our favorite museum as we celebrate the opening of a new exhibit at the museum. Light bites. RSVP to the museum if you are a member. [email protected]

Mar
24
Sun
Poolville, TX Attending Obstacles @ BTCC @ Brazos Trails Cowboy Church
Mar 24 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Let’s have fun with the horses on some obstacles. This will be a practice for the patterned jackpot in April. The flyer can be found on Brazos Trails FB page or Poolville Chapter page.

Apr
3
Wed
Stanton, TX Farewell Party for Meghan @ Jennifer's House
Apr 3 @ 7:00 pm

Cowgirl Meghan is moving back to Florida.  Join us to give her a proper send off.  Bring your favorite dish and/or beverage.

Apr
8
Mon
Benbrook TX – Eclipse Party @ Casa de Smith
Apr 8 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Come watch the eclipse with us! We will have glasses, but if you have extras, please bring them. The eclipse will pass directly over Ennis!

byob and bring snacks to share!

Apr
9
Tue
Ball Ground Ga – Equestrian Book Club Meeting @ member private Residence
Apr 9 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us to discuss the book “In Search Of Peace: A Prequel to The Horses Know Trilogy.”  We will eat, drink, be merry and discuss the story at our lovely host’s home.  Contact host for more details

Apr
13
Sat
Rochester, WA – Attending Indoor Mountain Trail Course Play Day @ Flying M Stables
Apr 13 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Must sign up for a two-hour time slot when registering: 10-12, 12-2, 2-4

Pay via Venmo (@flyingmstables), cash, or check.

Fee includes use of the outdoor arena and track, weather permitting

Apr
20
Sat
KINNEAR, WY Annual Easter Egg Hunt @ Marillyn's House
Apr 20 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Meet up at Marillyn’s house at noon and then we ride at 1pm.  We go on a trail ride to find hidden ribbons that you turn in for an Easter basket. Some ribbons may get you an additional prize or an “upgraded” Easter basket!!! Marillyn will have some snacks and beverages (of course, there will be jello shots and peeps shots!!!!!) It is $25 per participant to help cover some of the cost of the Easter basket items.  (You get a basket with more than $25 in value.)  This is just a fun ride and day, not an extensive trail ride. You basically ride until you find a ribbon or as long as you want. We then go to my neighbor’s house and he feeds us. I will have a “new” place to ride this year. Woohoo! Please RSVP to Marillyn by March 30th so she can have enough baskets prepared. Feel free to bring prospective members, family, or friends! “Rain date” make-up ride will be April 20th.

Midlothian, TX: Helhats with Toni @ 4C Stables
Apr 20 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Bring a helmet and a straw hat!

Apr
21
Sun
Benbrook, TX Game Night @ Bellew Residence
Apr 21 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us for game night / pot luck at Peggy’s house!  RSVP by 4/15 and see what you can bring.  Our last one was so much fun!

Apr
24
Wed
Mountain View Chapter – Hat Decorating/Cowgirl Gathering @ Gold Buckle Sports Bar
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come and join us for a HAT DECORATING PARTY.  Put on by “Boss of the Plains”.  $50.00 deposit required one week before the event.  RSVP, head measurement/hat size and color preference needed.  This is for the 40SC and will also be open to the public.  You can also contact Mariah directly at Boss of the Plains, 801-616-1900.  Also check out their hats and decor at BossOfThePlains.store.

Apr
25
Thu
Benbrook TX- Cowgirl Connection @ National Cowgirl Museum
Apr 25 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us at our favorite museum as we hear from another inductee at the museum. Light bites. RSVP to the museum if you are a member. [email protected]

Apr
28
Sun
Poolville, TX Attending Obstacles @ BTCC @ Brazos Trails Cowboy Church
Apr 28 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Now that we have gotten some obstacle practice in, let’s see our improvements. This will be a patterned jackpot for time.  3D format, paying 2 places in each division, 75% payout.

May
1
Wed
Benbrook TX – Mammogram May
May 1 @ 8:00 am – Jun 15 @ 5:00 pm

It’s time to get those TaTas checked out, cowgirls. If you are in our area, you can book through Texas Healthcare, or you can go to your favorite place. How do you get on the roster? Take a selfie and send it to us! This is a BYOB event for sure!

FW area can call 817-250-1811 or book online at https://www.texashealth.org/Health-and-Wellness/Women-and-Infants/Schedule-a-Screening-Mammogram

May
4
Sat
Belfair, WA – Go Together to Play Day at Bolender Horse Park @ Bolender Horse Park
May 4 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Park is open 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.  Distance is about 2 hours’ hauling drive from Port Orchard area of SR 16. See Belfair, WA Chapter FB page or contact Chapter Queen Wendy Morrow for details on coordinating time for Cowgirls to go together.

Cost: $25 per horse/per day  + $20 refundable Haul-in Fee per horse. All manure, straw/shavings, trash must be picked up and disposed of before leaving. Staff member will inspect your area and return the haul-in fee when clean.

Open ride – Full use of the Mountain Trail Park and outdoor arena.  Free parking and stalls available.

Benbrook TX – Tree Planting @ Casa de Darks
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us at Lori’s house as we plant a tree as a memorial to her husband. We will swim after (weather permitting).

bring snacks to share and BYOB.  Let’s get our tribe together to share this special event.

Wylie, TX Kentucky Derby Party @ Cowgirl Kelly's House
May 4 @ 2:30 pm

RUN FOR THE ROSES Kentucky Derby party.  Saturday, May 4th at 2:30.

This year is the 150th anniversary of the Derby and we’re going to celebrate with traditional big fancy hats and mint julips. The big race is at 5:45 but come early to watch the prelim races.

DON’T FORGET……MAKE THOSE HATS BIG AND SHOW THEM OFF AT THE PARTY!

This is a grown-up event. No young kids or pets please.  Feel free to bring an appetizer if you’re inclined, or your favorite beverage.

This is at a private residence so please RSVP to get address.  Kelly Lee 469-585-9325

May
11
Sat
Kings Mountain, NC Obstacle Play Day @ Judi Vogt’s Home
May 11 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Obstacle Play Day at Judi Vogt’s farm located at 105 Tibor Drive, Kings Mountain, NC. Drive all the way to the end of the black top road. You will go through an open iron gate and see the arena, barn and parking on your left. 

This event is from 11:00 – 2:00 and is no charge but donations are appreciated for our charity for 2024. 

Obstacle play days are a great time to expose your horse and maybe you, to things you’ve not experienced. You will go at your own pace and ask for help from your peers at anytime. We are all happy to help! 

We have had a great turnout in the past for play days, so to ensure we have enough parking for everyone, try to carpool if possible. Also, RSVP on the event, as we will keep a list of attendees and may have to limit our numbers. 

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.

Jun
7
Fri
Cottage Grove, Oregon Camping/Obstacle Ride @ Perrydale
Jun 7 @ 10:00 am – Jun 8 @ 12:00 pm

Obstacle Course and trails to go adventure on. Nice and relaxing adventures with challenging trails if you want.

Jun
15
Sat
Ball Ground Ga. Obstacle Challenge: Garland Mountain @ Garland Mountain Hose & Hiking Trails
Jun 15 all-day
Belfair, WA – Go Together to Play Day at Bolender Horse Park @ Bolender Horse Park
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Park is open 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.  Distance is about 2 hours’ hauling drive from Port Orchard area of SR 16. See Belfair, WA Chapter FB page or contact Chapter Queen Wendy Morrow for details on coordinating time for Cowgirls to go together.

Cost: $25 per horse/per day  + $20 refundable Haul-in Fee per horse. All manure, straw/shavings, trash must be picked up and disposed of before leaving. Staff member will inspect your area and return the haul-in fee when clean.

Open ride – Full use of the Mountain Trail Park and outdoor arena.  Free parking and stalls available.

Aug
3
Sat
Abilene, TX- Pool Party @ Laura’s Place
Aug 3 @ 2:00 pm

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