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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
12
Fri
Wylie, TX – East Texas Stock Horse Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center Arena
Jan 12 – Jan 14 all-day

East Texas Stock Horse Show!  Come out and show off your skills and horsemanship.  East Texas Stock Horse Association has continued to provide an excellent show series and trainers.  This has provided our COWGIRLS with great information and examples in the Stock Horse show pen. Come out and support your fellow COWGIRLS as they show off their skills and horsemanship!

As with any competition, interest grows and our COWGIRLS are honing their skills. Come out and cheer on our fellow COWGIRLS or participate in this great Association.  Join us for a fun filled weekend.  Pick your events and competition level and show off what your skills.  Monthly clinics are held the Friday before the Show weekend, so make sure you attend to learn what the judges are looking for at that weekend show.

**Location may be subject to change**

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
18
Thu
Benbrook TX – Attending Mustang Magic @ Will Rogers Colesium
Jan 18 @ 9:00 am – Jan 20 @ 9:00 pm

Join us for 3 days on incredible horsemanship!

Mustang trainers have been formally selected and invited to compete in the exclusive Mustang Magic weekend during the legendary Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, January 18-20, 2024!

Mustangs will travel from Idaho to Fort Worth, Texas to be matched with their trainers on Friday, September 8th at 11 a.m. during The Fort Worth Mustang Show at the cattle pens on the south side of the John Justin Arena.

Mustang trainers will return January 18 to the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo Mustang Magic to exhibit their gentled mustang. The Top 10 highest scoring trainer and mustang pairs will move forward to the Saturday night’s Mustang Magic Top 10 Freestyle Finals, where they will show off their partnership for a chance to become the 2024 FWSSR Mustang Magic Champion! Adoption/Auction will immediately follow naming of the FWSSR Mustang Magic Champion

Jan
19
Fri
Spanaway, WA: Attending January Tacoma Unit Schooling Show @ Washington Horsemen Tacoma Unit #1
Jan 19 – Jan 21 all-day
Jan
20
Sat
Stanton, TX Attending Wooly Winter Open Show @ Texas Tech Equestrian Center
Jan 20 @ 8:00 am

The cowgirls are headed North to Lubbock for the Wooly Winter Open Show at Texas Tech Equestrian Center.  The shows starts with Halter at 8:00, and will likely last until 5:00 p.m. or later, ending with Ranch classes.  Check out the following URL for more information:

https://www.texastechequestrian.com/open-show.html

 

Benbrook TX – Mule Jumping @ John Justin Arena
Jan 20 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Come watch Mule Jumping! So much fun to watch every year! Let us know if you are coming and we will save you a seat!

Jan
27
Sat
KINNEAR, WY Attending Ranch Horse Versatility Series #3 @ Central WY College Arena
Jan 27 @ 9:00 am – Jan 28 @ 3:00 pm

CWC  will be hosting practice sessions on each Saturday before the show on Sunday. Youth and adult divisions include Ranch Trail, Ranch Riding, Reining, and Working Cow Horse. Competitors can enter one class or all classes in their division and have a chance to win Ranch Horse All Around Awards.

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!

Jan
28
Sun
Wylie, TX – **rescheduled** Arrowheart Ranch Horse Show 2024 series @ Arrowheart Ranch
Jan 28 all-day

***this event was rescheduled from January 21st, 2024 to January 28th, 2024***

 

Mark your calendars for the upcoming 2024 Arrowheart Ranch Horse show series

  • Ranch Horse Buckle Horse Show Series for 2024
  • Year end Trophy Saddles for EVERY division!
  • High Point Buckles for EVERY show!

**all dates are subject to change**

 

Feb
3
Sat
Midlothian, TX: Attending Dallas Dressage Show @ Henderson County Regional Fair Park
Feb 3 – Feb 4 all-day

Come cheer on Stacey, Harlie and the 4C kids!

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
Spanaway, WA: Attending February Tacoma Unit Schooling Show @ Washington Horsemen Tacoma Unit #1
Feb 9 – Feb 11 all-day
Wylie, TX – East Texas Stock Horse Show @ Longhorn Arena
Feb 9 – Feb 11 all-day

East Texas Stock Horse Show!  Come out and show off your skills and horsemanship.  East Texas Stock Horse Association has continued to provide an excellent show series and trainers.  This has provided our COWGIRLS with great information and examples in the Stock Horse show pen. Come out and support your fellow COWGIRLS as they show off their skills and horsemanship!

As with any competition, interest grows and our COWGIRLS are honing their skills. Come out and cheer on our fellow COWGIRLS or participate in this great Association.  Join us for a fun filled weekend.  Pick your events and competition level and show off what your skills.  Monthly clinics are held the Friday before the Show weekend, so make sure you attend to learn what the judges are looking for at that weekend show.

**Location may be subject to change**

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
11
Sun
Benbrook, TX Worlds Greatest Horseman @ Will Rogers Coliseum
Feb 11 – Feb 24 all-day

Come in out of the cold and join us for the wonderful world of the Worlds Greatest Horseman.  This event runs from 2/11 through 2/24.  Finals are 2/24.

Feb
16
Fri
Poolville, TX Attending Tri-County Stock Horse @ Rocky Bend Arena
Feb 16 – Feb 17 all-day

show 2/8 in the 2024 series!
1/3 in our Spring Bronze Series
Clinics and ranch cutting on Friday.
Saturday six event show with three pens/judges running.
Day awards 1-3rd

This is a great place to start getting into competing/showing and meeting people in the area. They have several different classes and divisions, so you can compete at your level.

Ranch Rail, Trail, Pleasure, Riding, Reining and Cow Work classes

Further details on their website and FB pages – https://tricountystockhorse.com/

Feb
17
Sat
KINNEAR, WY Attending Ranch Horse Versatility Series #4 @ Central WY College Arena
Feb 17 @ 9:00 am – Feb 18 @ 3:00 pm

CWC  will be hosting practice sessions on each Saturday before the show on Sunday. Youth and adult divisions include Ranch Trail, Ranch Riding, Reining, and Working Cow Horse. Competitors can enter one class or all classes in their division and have a chance to win Ranch Horse All Around Awards.

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
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
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!

Feb
29
Thu
Early TX SHTX kick off Classic @ Brazos County Expo Center
Feb 29 @ 10:00 am – Mar 4 @ 7:00 pm

Our Chapter will be attending the SHTX Kick off Classic Feb 29-March 4th 2024

Show has 10 Divisions , collegiate competition , Ranch Cutting, and AQHA Ranch Riding .

3 Clinics & Practices

Thurs  Feb 29th Boxing only clinic 1-2pm & 2-3pm  $50/per  person

Paid Cow practice w/ coaching with fresh cows 3:30-7pm   $85.00 / cow  

Friday March 1st Stock horse Clinic with all 4 classes $130.00/ person

Competition 

thursday feb 29th  open & lvl 1 open Jackpot

Friday March 1st jackpot ranch cutting -4pm **limited to 75 runs **

AQHA Ranch Riding -6pm

Sat & Sun March 2-3 non pro & all around jackpot

limited , intermediate, Jr horse, novice, lvl 1 novice, youth , and novice youth

Monday march 4th 

Collegiate SHTX Show

RV , stalls, & entry fees

stalls $35/night

rv’s $40/night

shavings $10/bag

online entry forms available online Jan 24th 2024 at stockhorsetexas.org

entries due or scratch  by Feb 16th –$100.00 late fee

non jackpot class $25.00

jackpot class $45.00

cattle fee $70.00

AQHA ranch riding $15.00

Office fee $20.00 per association ( AQHA/ SHTX )

 

Mar
1
Fri
Spanaway, WA: Attending March Tacoma Unit Schooling Show @ Washington Horsemen Tacoma Unit #1
Mar 1 – Mar 3 all-day
Mar
2
Sat
Midlothian, TX: Attending Playday at 4C @ 4C Stables
Mar 2 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Contact Stacey for details!

Mar
7
Thu
Tenino, WA South Sound Mounted Shooters
Mar 7 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Hi Ladies!

Come join us and watch how the shootin is done! See the fast paced excitement of mounted shooting hosted by South Sound Mounted Shooters. Vendors and food on site.

Mar
8
Fri
Wylie, TX – East Texas Stock Horse Show @ Longhorn Arena
Mar 8 – Mar 10 all-day

East Texas Stock Horse Show!  Come out and show off your skills and horsemanship.  East Texas Stock Horse Association has continued to provide an excellent show series and trainers.  This has provided our COWGIRLS with great information and examples in the Stock Horse show pen. Come out and support your fellow COWGIRLS as they show off their skills and horsemanship!

As with any competition, interest grows and our COWGIRLS are honing their skills. Come out and cheer on our fellow COWGIRLS or participate in this great Association.  Join us for a fun filled weekend.  Pick your events and competition level and show off what your skills.  Monthly clinics are held the Friday before the Show weekend, so make sure you attend to learn what the judges are looking for at that weekend show.

**Location may be subject to change**

Farmersville TX @ The American Performance Horseman Watch Party!!! @ Whispering Oaks Farm
Mar 8 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Since we are all trying to save some $$s for one reason or another, Maria and Whispering Oaks Farm & Ranch have offered to Host a barn “Watch Party” for The American Performance Horseman.  (The Globe Life tickets with any decent view are high, and their refreshments are as well.)   This competition will be aired by Fox Sports 1, so check your local listings.

The greats will be in class competitions, including but not limited to, Casey Deary, Cade McCutcheon, Sarah Dawson, Andrea Fappani, Corey Cushing and Jason Vanlandingham!!  There are 5 designated Teams of 3 each competing, so this will take a while.  In the meantime, so much fun to be had!!  Contact Maria or me for details.  Bring your favorite chairs and dress as needed for the barn and weather!!

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
Abilene, TX Ranch riding/reining horse show @ Rockin RJ Ranch-Stephenville
Mar 16 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Rocking RJ Ranch – Stephenville: Ribbons, Cows and Fun and good food!!

First show is March 16.   There will be a cow practice on Friday starting at 4.   Bring your trainer or just practice following a cow.    Each cow is $20.

We have added a MUSTANG group!    We have continued the walk trot division.

We have reduced the office fee to $15 per family.
All other prices are on flyer below.

Show starts at 9.   You may sign up Friday night or just use this easy jotform.

And show registration will begin on that morning at 7.

There will be 3 judges for each course.

Lunch provided by me
Chicken Spaghetti – I make the best
Roast with potatoes and carrots
Green chili enchiladas- I make the best
St patty day homemade cookies
Salad
Tea
And probably other surprises.
Let’s get everyone together and have a great show!!!

I have plenty of hookups and stalls.
$35 for hookup and $20 for stalls.   Please clean when you leave.

Now, here is the deal!!!!     Let’s be one on one with our horses and have good runs, learn something and have a great time!

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
Poolville, TX Attending Tri-County Stock Horse @ Rocky Bend Arena
Mar 22 – Mar 23 all-day

show 3/8 in the 2024 series!
2/3 in Spring Bronze Series
Clinics and ranch cutting on Friday.
Saturday six event show with three pens/judges running.
Day awards 1-3rd

This is a great place to start getting into competing/showing and meeting people in the area. They have several different classes and divisions, so you can compete at your level.

Ranch Rail, Trail, Pleasure, Riding, Reining and Cow Work classes

Further details on their website and FB pages – https://tricountystockhorse.com/

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]

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
12
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Apr 12 @ 5:00 pm – Apr 13 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Apr
13
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – FCSC Schooling Show # 1 @ Franklin Count Saddle Club
Apr 13 all-day

First schooling show of the year to be offered by the Franklin County Saddle Club. Check out our show schedule page for show bill and entry forms to be uploaded after final approval from Show Committee in January

2024 FCSC Schooling Show – Franklin County Saddle Club

Franklin County Saddle Club
2024 SCHOOLING SHOWS
2801 N. Road 60, Pasco, Washington

First schooling show of the year to be offered by the Franklin County Saddle Club.   Check out our show schedule page for show bill and entry forms to be uploaded after final approval from Show Committee in January.
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
26
Fri
Wylie, TX – East Texas Stock Horse Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center Arena
Apr 26 – Apr 28 all-day

East Texas Stock Horse Show!  Come out and show off your skills and horsemanship.  East Texas Stock Horse Association has continued to provide an excellent show series and trainers.  This has provided our COWGIRLS with great information and examples in the Stock Horse show pen. Come out and support your fellow COWGIRLS as they show off their skills and horsemanship!

As with any competition, interest grows and our COWGIRLS are honing their skills. Come out and cheer on our fellow COWGIRLS or participate in this great Association.  Join us for a fun filled weekend.  Pick your events and competition level and show off what your skills.  Monthly clinics are held the Friday before the Show weekend, so make sure you attend to learn what the judges are looking for at that weekend show.

**Location may be subject to change**

Apr
27
Sat
Abilene, TX- Attending Ranch Horse Show @ Comanche County Cowboy Church 4 Christ
Apr 27 @ 8:30 am

** Info copied from host’s event page. Contact host at the number below for more details.

Limited to 20 Entries! Pre-enter text 940-923-8123. This is a great schooling opportunity for you and your horse! After each class the Judge will go over the score card with you and share ways you can improve. Events: Ranch Trail, Ranch Riding, Ranch Reining, Ranch Flag. Classes: Youth 10 U, Green Horse, Beginner, Novice. All day flat fee $50. All proceeds will go towards Western Women of Inspiration women’s ministry. COME HAVE SOME FUN N THE SUN and support the ministry! Prizes will be awarded