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Jan
12
Fri
Wylie, TX Dinner Get Together @ Don’s Restaurant
Jan 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Come, join us for an evening of good food and fellowship!

Feb
21
Wed
Wylie, TX Galentine’s Day Party @ Cedar Hollow Winery & Vineyard
Feb 21 @ 6:30 pm

We will be getting together at the Cedar Hollow Winery to celebrate Galentine’s Day!!

What is Galentine’s Day you might ask? Well, it’s a day for women to celebrate their friendships with their lady friends and our club has developed some wonderful lifetime friendships through our horses.  Dress up or come in your boots and jeans, it doesn’t matter, let’s go celebrate our friendship!!

Feb
24
Sat
Franklin, NC – Chattahoochee-Oconee Nat’l Forest, Trail Ride @ Cannon Rd, parking, Chattahoochee Nat'l Forest
Feb 24 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Trail ride at the back side of Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, exploring new areas and trails. Lady Splipper and Lake Russell trails are nestled amongst the beautiful foothills of Northeast Georgia. Meeting at the end of the road of Cannon Rd, which is just past Frady Branch Equine main trail parking.

*******: Directions: HWY 441 South towards Toccoa, turn left and then next left onto 17/365/123, go down to right light of HWY 184./123, then left just past Highway patrol station onto Hwy 184 go past Frady Branch’s main parking area about a mile to 2 miles and then we will turn right onto Cannon Rd and follow it down to end.
Call or text Tammy for info, directions, or questions 828-215-1059

 

Mar
2
Sat
Franklin, NC – Frady Branch – Trail Ride @ Frady Branch Trail Head, Chattahoochee National Forest
Mar 2 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Day trail ride at Frady Branch – Chattahoochee National Forest, Toccoa, Ga. – 14.5 miles of trails and four separate loops to explore. Meet at the trailhead parking area at 10 am. There is a

$ 5-a-day use fee which you can buy a yearly pass from USDA Forest Service. Bring lunch, snacks, and drinks.  See ya on the trail

Mar
3
Sun
Wylie, TX Caddo Grasslands Trail Ride @ Bois D'Arc Trailhead
Mar 3 @ 10:00 am

** Make note that this ride is rescheduled from February 17th to March 3rd**  We are going to hope for good weather so that we can get out and ride so come join us if you can!!  Weather permitting we will meet up at 10am to ride out at 10:30.  Hope to see you there!

Mar
7
Thu
Franklin, NC – Standing Indian Trail Ride @ Cannon Rd, parking, Chattahoochee Nat'l Forest
Mar 7 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Meet at Hurricane Creek Parking Area at 10am, and we will ride out up Hurrican Creek or to Albert Mountain. Bring plenty of drinks, snacks, luft, and horsey treats.  Standing Indian National FOrest is off Hwy 64 Between Franklin and Hayesville. Contact Tammy for any questions

Mar
9
Sat
Wylie, TX – trail ride around Lake Lavon **CANCELED** @ Brockdale Trailhead
Mar 9 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come out and join us on the trails!  With the weather becoming warmer, let’s get out and ride!

*location and date are subject to change pending on weather*

Mar
21
Thu
Wylie, Tx Tour of Caliber Equine @ Calibur Equine
Mar 21 @ 6:30 pm

Our monthly meeting that usually falls on today’s date will be scheduled for next week 🙂 Today, we will be heading out to Caliber Equine LLC in Quinlan for a tour and demonstration of a couple things they have to offer.

Caliber Equine LLC in Quinlan, Texas is a dedicated equine fitness and rehabilitation facility. They work in conjunction with your current veterinarian or other health care providers to provide services that assist your horse in attaining and maintaining a naturally healthy state.

Their customized plans are tailored to meet the unique needs of each horse, ensuring their overall health and wellness. Here are some of the services they offer:

  1. AquaPacer Plus: Utilizing an above-ground aqua treadmill, this system aids in fitness, conditioning, and rehabilitation.
  2. PEMF Therapy: Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy for promoting healing and reducing inflammation.
  3. Equine Massage: Targeted massage techniques to enhance muscle function and relaxation.
  4. Kinesiology Theraplate: A vibrating platform that improves circulation and muscle strength.
  5. Free Flow Walker: A controlled exercise system for rehabilitation and conditioning.
  6. EquiCore – Equiband: Core strengthening and stability training.
  7. EquiResp – Nebulizer: Respiratory therapy.

Please come join us but let us know you are coming so we will know who to look for and also to give them a headcount.

www.caliberequinellc.com

Mar
23
Sat
Franklin, NC – Fants Grove, Butch Kennedy Trailhead @ Fants Grove
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Fants Grove, Clemson
Butch Kennedy Trailhead parking lot, behind arena
Meet at 8am at Chevron stateline, then head over to SC to Buck Kennedy Trailhead horse parking lot
Bring coggins
Bring drinks, lunch, snacks, & horsey treats
Wylie, TX – trail ride @ Chaparral Trail in Farmersville @ Chaparral Trail
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Meet at Bland High School to saddle up.   Come out and join us on the trails!  With the weather becoming warmer, let’s get out and ride!

*location and date are subject to change pending on weather*

Mar
28
Thu
Franklin, NC – Cannon Rd Ride @ Cannon Rd, Chattahoochee National Forest
Mar 28 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Day trail ride off Cannon Rd & FR 92E- Chattahoochee National Forest, Toccoa, Ga. –  meet at 10am, saddle up and head out exploring the endless trails, waterfalls,  and forest roads. Bring lunch, snacks, and water. Dogs allowed in this area. Trails are easy and shoes not needed here.

Mar
30
Sat
Franklin, NC – Whetstone Day Ride @ Whetstone Rocky Gap, parking area
Mar 30 @ 10:30 am – 5:00 pm

Meet at Whetstone parking area at 10:30, we’ll saddle up ride out to Adeline and possibly cross river if super low, if not we’ll make loop and go out through Spring house, climb the ridge and head back to parking area. 5 to 6 hr ride so bring food, lunch, snacks, and a lot of water. Trails are easy to moderate in difficulty.

Call or message me or Lynda Palmet for info.

Mar
31
Sun
Franklin, NC – Willis Knob @ Earls Ford , Willis Knob
Mar 31 @ 10:30 am – 4:00 pm

Meet at Whetstone Parking lot at 10:30, we’ll cross the river at Earls Ford into Georgia and ride entire big loop on Georgia side. We’ll follow river trail from Adeline and back down to Earls for crossing back over river back into South Carolina and back 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

Apr
4
Thu
Franklin, NC – Nantahala Natl Forest Big Indian Trail @ Nantahala Forest
Apr 4 @ 10:30 am – 6:30 pm

Meet at Hurricane Creek Parking Area at 10am, and we will ride out across creek jump on Big Indian Trail. Bring your chainsaws and hand saws. This will be first ride since winter storms. Bring saddles with water and food.

Nantahala National Forest is off Hwy 64 Between Franklin and Hayesville. Contact Tammy for any questions

Apr
14
Sun
Franklin, NC – Albert Mntn @ Tsali Recreational Area
Apr 14 @ 10:30 am – 5:30 pm

Meet at Hurricane Creek campground – we will ride up to Albert Mountain.Bring lunch, snack and drinks, don’t forget bring collapsible bowl & water for dogs & horses.  Trail dogs allowed, easy to moderate trail because of altitude changes. Footing firm packed old forest road

Apr
27
Sat
Wylie, TX – Cowgirl Dinner @ Chili's Bar & Grill
Apr 27 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

*due to severe weather forecast, location has been changed* Come join us for dinner at Chili’s in Sulphur Springs after the East Texas Stock Horse Show! Lots of laughter and fun will be had.

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
18
Sat
Wylie, TX – Chapter Cowgirl Challenge Dinner @ Texas Roadhouse
May 18 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Come join us for dinner at Texas Roadhouse in Greenville after the Wylie Chapter Cowgirl Challenge! Lots of laughter and fun will be had.

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
Franklin, NC – Tsali Trail Ride – Right & Left Loops @ Tsali Recreational Area
May 26 @ 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

Wylie, TX – Cowgirl Dinner @ Chili's Bar & Grill
May 26 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come join us for dinner at Chili’s in Greenville after the Top Rail Play day! Lots of laughter and fun will be had.

Jun
1
Sat
Wylie, TX – * Boozy Slush *Rescheduled* @ Lavon, TX
Jun 1 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

**Rescheduled** Date tbd

Come out and ride with us to Boozy Slush located in Lavon. They have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.  If we all want a snack, we can ride over to Sonic that is a short distance down the road.

We will meet at either Mallard Park that is located off HWY 78 near HWY 6 or the picnic area that is next door to Mallard Park. If you do park at the picnic area, please carpool or bring a small trailer.

For those of you going, it is a 10mile round trip ride.

Jun
2
Sun
Wylie, TX – Cowgirl Dinner for Make up play day @ Texas Roadhouse
Jun 2 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come join us for dinner at Texas Roadhouse in Greenville after the Top Rail Make Up Play Day! Lots of laughter and fun will be had.

Jun
8
Sat
Franklin, NC – Tunnel RD – Bear Creek trail up to Welch Ridge trail Ride
Jun 8 @ 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

Jun
9
Sun
Wylie, TX – Cowgirl Dinner @ Chili's Bar & Grill
Jun 9 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come join us for dinner at Chili’s in Greenville after the Top Rail Play day! Lots of laughter and fun will be had.

Jun
11
Tue
Franklin, NC – Deep Creek Trail Ride @ Deep Creek,GSMNP
Jun 11 @ 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Meet at parking area at 10 am. Make sure you have GSMNP parking sticker or pay online for day parking. Bring snacks, lunch & plenty to drive . We’ll spend the day enjoying the many trails within the park

Jun
15
Sat
Franklin, NC – Nantahala Natl Forest Big Indian Trail @ Nantahala Forest
Jun 15 @ 10:30 am – 6:30 pm

Meet at Hurricane Creek Parking Area at 10am, and we will ride out across creek jump on Big Indian Trail. Bring your chainsaws and hand saws. This will be first ride since winter storms. Bring saddles with water and food.

Nantahala National Forest is off Hwy 64 Between Franklin and Hayesville. Contact Tammy for any questions

Jun
18
Tue
Franklin, NC – Tsali Trail Ride – Right & Left Loops @ Tsali Recreational Area
Jun 18 @ 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

Jun
29
Sat
Franklin, NC – Tow String up to Cabin Flats and Charlie’s Bunion @ Tow String Horse Trailhead
Jun 29 @ 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

 

Jul
4
Thu
Wylie, TX Attending Park Street 4th Of July Parade @ Family Fellowship Church
Jul 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

We will be participating in the Park Street 4th of July Parade again this year.  Everyone come join us!!

We will meet up in the parking lot of the Family Fellowship Church parking lot to get ready.  Bring all your patriotic decorations and decorate those horses up and wear your best patriotic outfit you can find!!  Come early enough to be ready for lineup at 9:00 am parade starts at 10:00 am.

There are lots of things going on before and after the parade so look up North East Texas Community Events on Facebook and check out their flyer as to all that is going on.  For instance: Park Street Baptist Church hosts a free pancake breakfast starting at 7:30 am with donations being much appreciated,  Complimentary watermelon after the parade, ETC.  At dusk it all moves over to the Greenville sports park with the Bottle Rocket Bash.

**PLEASE BE SURE TO BRING A BUCKET AND POOPER SCOOPER AND CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR HORSES**  This is a must in order for us to be welcomed back and able to park in the church’s parking lot.

 

Jul
6
Sat
Wylie, TX Attending the Lone Oak Independence Day Parade @ Lone Oak ISD
Jul 6 @ 12:30 pm

This parade will take place on Saturday, July 6th.  We will meet at the Lone Oak High School parking lot.  There will be plenty of parking for trailers.  Be there @12:30 to allow plenty of time to decorate horses and be ready for the parade which starts at 2:30.

Rider parade attire:  Your best RED, WHITE, and BLUE attire.

Come join us for the parade and then we will head to Texas Roadhouse for a tall glass of  sweet tea and a steak dinner.

 

Wylie, TX – after Lone Oak Independence Day parade Cowgirl dinner @ Texas Roadhouse
Jul 6 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join us for a meal at Texas Roadhouse after celebrating our wonderful country in the Lone Oak Independence Day parade! Come for the rolls and honey butter or a big glass of sweet tea! Lots of laughs will be had and great conversation!

 

Jul
13
Sat
Wylie, TX Attending 60th Annual Rodeo Parade
Jul 13 @ 9:00 am

Mark your calendars and come ride with us in the annual rodeo parade!  More details, including parade route, coming soon.

Franklin, NC – Tunnel RD – Bear Creek trail up to Welch Ridge trail Ride @ Tunel Road entrance
Jul 13 @ 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

Aug
2
Fri
Franklin, NC – Cataloochee Valley Trail Ride
Aug 2 @ 10:00 am – 6:30 pm

Meet at New Ingles Parking lot,  then caravan over to Cataloochee Valley.  Meet at Cataloochee Parking area by 10am . recommend shoes or boots for trails, some are rocky, believe there are water crossings. Vickie is going to show us the trails. Bring water, snacks, and lunch. I do not know length of trails.

remember you need parking decal or daily parking pass

Aug
4
Sun
Franklin, NC – Deep Creek Short and long trail options @ Deep Creek,GSMNP
Aug 4 @ 9:30 am – 5:00 pm

Meet at the Deep Creek parking area at 9:30

Short loop – Deep Creek up to Martins Gap over to Indian Creek Trail and back to parking area approx 10 miles, trail good footing, need shoes or boots some rocky areas, has water crossings/watering holes.

Long Loop – Deep Creek up to Martins Gap around to Thomas Divide and down to Indian Creek Motor Trail to Stone Pile back across and back to the parking area, approx. 18 miles

 

We can adjust the trails and the start time. Make sure you have the GSMNP parking decal, lunch, water, snacks, and horse treats. We recommend horse shoes or boots.

Aug
9
Fri
Franklin, NC – Big Creek Trail Ride
Aug 9 @ 8:00 am – 6:30 pm

Big Creek is up on the NC and Tenn border on the far eastern edge of the GSMNP . We will meet up will cowgirls in your local vicinity and caravan over to parking area and meet around 10am.  make sure you have parking decal or daily parking pass. Bring plenty of snacks, lunch, and water and don’t forget horse treats. No Dogs allowed.

Aug
10
Sat
Wylie, TX – Gab and Grub @ Corner Grub House
Aug 10 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come out and grab some grub while we gab about all things horses! After a full day of competing we will be ready for a tall glass ice cold sweet tea!

there is limited parking so grab a buddy and car pool there.

Aug
16
Fri
Franklin, NC – Big Indian Trail Nantahala National Forest
Aug 16 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Meet at 10am at Hurrican Creek Parking Area. We will travel up into Nantahala National Forest to Western section of Standing Indian. Make sure everyone has a GPS tracker, and recommend shoes or horse boots. Bring plenty of water, snacks, and lunch.

Aug
17
Sat
Wylie, TX – *CANCELED* due to extreme heat* North Texas State Fair Parade @ North Texas State Fair & Rodeo
Aug 17 @ 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Its that time of year again, its the North Texas State Fair & Rodeo. We will be participating in the parade on Saturday August 17th.  We will park along Bryan street near First Denton Church at 7:30am.  Parade line up is at 9am.

Parade attire:

  • Pink Long Sleeve
  • Pink polo wraps/ boots
  • Straw/ palm leaf hats
Aug
18
Sun
Franklin, NC – Fontana Damn – Lake Shore Trail to Hazel Creek campsite #90 @ Fontana Damn NW parking area
Aug 18 @ 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

Meet at NorthSide of Fontana Damn Horse parking at 10am, ride out to Lakeshore and go east towards the Hazel Creek Campsite 90 and have lunch and venture back out. Bring tons of water, snacks, and lunch for a beautiful Sunday ride. Remember this is the western portion of the GSMNP and you will need a parking pass. No dogs allowed.

Aug
20
Tue
Franklin, NC – Towstring – trail ride – short and long ride options
Aug 20 @ 9:30 am – 6:00 pm

Meet at Towstring horse parking area at  9:30 – There are several options to ride long and short rides. Recommend shoes or boots. There are numerous watering holes and crossings. Bring snacks, lunch, and a lot of water. Riders can go up to Steel Bridge/Cabin Flats and back, or others can go up to Grassy Flats or higher up to Charlie Bunion or wherever they want to stop and return down the mountain.

Aug
25
Sun
Franklin, NC – Buck creek Trail Ride @ Buck Creek off Hwy 64 Hayesville
Aug 25 @ 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

Meet at Buck Creek at 10am, we will ride up the mountain through the gate and ride the river. Bring plenty of snacks and water, dogs allowed on trials.

Aug
30
Fri
Franklin, NC – Noland Creek Trail Ride @ Noland Creek Horse Trail
Aug 30 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Noland Creek – meet at parking area at 10am, or next area past the bridge on the left going towards the tunnel.  Must have GSMNP Parking pass sticker. We will meet and ride out to the picnic table and hitchin posts , have lunch and then go cross the creek twice to campsite . Bring lunch, snacks, and plenty of fluids. No dogs allowed

Aug
31
Sat
Wylie, TX – Ride at Big Mineral @ Big Mineral Equestrian Campl
Aug 31 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Summer is almost over! Time to get in one last trail ride before September starts! Join us at Big Mineral Equestrian Camp for a fun time on the trails.  Pack a lunch or snacks to bring with you on the trail.  Ride out by 10:00am

 

*event subject to change*

Sep
1
Sun
Wylie, TX – Ride at Lake Lavon @ Brockdale Trailhead
Sep 1 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Come join us for our first ride of FALL at Lake Lavon, Brockdale trailhead. Brockdale has ample parking, water trough for the horses, and a vault toilet on sight to use before our ride out. Bring a snack or lunch and come join us for lots of fun!

Sep
13
Fri
Franklin, NC – Tunnel RD – Bear Creek trail up to Welch Ridge trail Ride @ Tunel Road entrance
Sep 13 @ 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

Sep
14
Sat
Franklin, NC – Deep Creek Short and long trail options @ Deep Creek,GSMNP
Sep 14 @ 10:30 am – 6:00 pm

Meet at the Deep Creek parking area at 10:30

Short loop – Deep Creek up to Martins Gap over to Indian Creek Trail and back to parking area approx 10 miles, trail good footing, need shoes or boots some rocky areas, has water crossings/watering holes.

Long Loop – Deep Creek up to Martins Gap around to Thomas Divide and down to Indian Creek Motor Trail to Stone Pile back across and back to the parking area, approx. 18 miles

 

We can adjust the trails and the start time. Make sure you have the GSMNP parking decal, lunch, water, snacks, and horse treats. We recommend horse shoes or boots.

Wylie, TX – Boozy Slush Ride @ Picinic Area
Sep 14 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Now that Mother Nature isn’t trying to cook us, come join us for a fun ride to Boozy Slush, located in Lavon! We always have lots of fun and laughs on this ride.

**event is subject to change based on weather**