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Gathering all members and guests! Let’s meet at Town Tavern at 4:00 for drinks, food, socializing and a short meeting to review our achievements of 2023 and set our goals for 2024.
We will pass the boot for our 2024 charity, which has not been picked yet, so bring your ideas.
Early, Texas Monthly Round Up
come join us for some delicious pizza and salad
dinner is Dutch
we’ll talk about exciting upcoming events for the new year
Changed date to Thursday due to rains expected on original date of Tuesday.
Come out for a day ride at KMSP. Meeting at 10:00, ride out by 10:30!
Bring snacks and water, let’s enjoy the day.
Come out and join us for our first ride of the year. Moss Lake has trails for all level of riders. One of our favorite go to places to ride. If weather is permitting. All are welcome
Early, Texas. Monthly Game Night postponed due to weather
TBA
Game night is always such a hoot
what will it be , family feud, name that meme, or will be something new
if you like to laugh and enjoy some good home cooked food
Then this is the event for you !!!
Early, Texas Apron painting luncheon
It’ll be a fun painting party designing our chapter aprons, to use for community events.
We’ll enjoy some delicious homemade soup, bread and cookies
Meeting for lunch instead of riding due to the cold front bringing us a high of 33!!!!
Meet at Sweet Caroline’s at Noon!!
See you there!
Come join us for our monthly gathering, we will discuss past events and plan future adventures. Location is yet to be determined, but will be decided soon. All are welcome
H. Cooper Black for another Camp and Ride
located at 279 Sporting Dog Trail, Cheraw, SC for a winter ride. The trails are flat, sandy and well marked.
To make reservations please contact the park via their website www.reserve.southcarolinaparks.com/ h-cooper-black.
Early , Texas. Thirsty Thursday
come join us for a relaxing night of award winning whine tasting at the beautiful Skies Over Texas Whinery in Early
Whine tasting , or ordering by glass is Dutch
Pattern Practice at TA Head Arena in Goldthwaite . Melissa Davis will set up/ tear down different speed patterns and we can ride the patterns how ever long we want but it is a open arena so weather permitting via rain / snow . please call before you haul . this will be a fun and social event no timers or drags but lots of fun. Bring Neg. coggins and bring a friend. great way to knock the dust off the saddle & leg up that horse or just sit and watch – go at your own speed no pressure no rush .
patterns to expect:
Clover leaf barrels
Straight away Barrels
Poles
Double Barrel Flags
Hitch’n’go
Lariat
Flying W
Come out and ride with us as we explore Little Sister Ashleys half section. Bring your own beverages and snacks… Weather permitting. All are welcome
Come out and join in on the celebration at the VA Hospital in Big Spring. The new community center on the VA campus is done and we were invited to attend. All Cowgirls are welcome. Pink button down shirts please… Hats optional as we will be inside.
Early, Texas Beginner Livestock Clinic
It’s that time to get out and gondo something fun!
you know… those things you put on your new years resolution bucket list
70 degree,s is in the forecast, so let’s grab those saddles and go make some fun memories !!!!
Cost will include lunch with homemade sausage and chicken gumbo, cornbread, and lots of delicious desserts
so what are you waiting for , dust off those boots and all Go !!!!
negative coggins is required
Entry fee must be paid with cash,
pay the day of clinic
please come early to pay and be ready , clinic will start on time
hope to see y’all there
TrailHead is easiest found by putting Buck’s Grave Road, Chester, SC in your GPS. You will take Woods Ferry Road to get to Buck’s Grave Rd. This will take you to the gravel road that goes to the trailhead. No restroom nor water at trailhead.
Located in western Chester County, lies within a beautiful wooded floodplain surrounded by upland pine woods and maturing hardwood forests. Some hills and a few rocky/rooty areas.
Meet at 10:00, ride out by 10:30.
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…
Early, Texas Celebrating our 1 year Anniversary and year end chapter Awards
Here’s to our first year as a Early, Texas Chapter of The 40 Something Cowgirls
Come out and help us celebrate this amazing milestone!
We’ll share stories of the dedication and hard work the ladies have put into making this an incredible chapter
Meet some of the most inspiring women , Brown County has to offer .
Great food, good fellowship and plenty of laughs
Come hungry ,and see why they call us the Fun-est Cowgirls on the planet
Dinner is potluck
Pattern Practice at TA Head Arena in Goldthwaite . Melissa Davis will set up/ tear down different speed patterns and we can ride the patterns how ever long we want but it is a open arena so weather permitting via rain . please call before you haul . this will be a fun and social event no timers or drags but lots of fun. Bring Neg. coggins and bring a friend. great way to knock the dust off the saddle & leg up that horse or just sit and watch – go at your own speed no pressure no rush .
patterns to expect:
Clover leaf barrels
Straight away Barrels
Poles
Double Barrel Flags
Hitch’n’go
Lariat
Flying W
Come join in on the fun at the VA with some bingo and a Valentines Day Party…. All are welcome. We will meet up and decorate before the guys get there for bingo. Pink button downs please…. All are welcome… Contact Terri for all the details…
Leatherwood Mountain Camp and Ride
Premier Equine Facility located in Ferguson , NC is a wonderful destination horseback riding vacation for you and your horses. Over 75 miles of beautiful NC trails to explore that consist of long woodsy paths along beautiful ridges, old logging roads, lots of creek crossings and minimal to long climbs and descents. The trails are safe, well marked and mapped. When you and your equine companion visit the heart of “Horse Country” you may never want to leave!
For reservations call: 336-973-5044
Early, Texas Dirt Road Riding
We’re at it again , dirt road horse back riding
Come out to Kim’s house , plenty of parking , neg coggins required
pride should
Come out and join us as we ride at another one of our favorite places. Trails for all levels of riders… Will have a pot luck dinner on Saturday. Weather permitting… All are welcome.
Early, Texas. Monthly Trail Ride, lake Proctor
this event has been cancelled due to the impending weather , a cold front with strong winds
it’ll be a warm and sunny day to get and enjoy the trails at Lake Proctor
Catch up on the latest events , share in fellowship and always lots of laughter
Trail ride is rated easy with some areas that will have small hills , sand and gravel
so what are you waiting for , come out and see why the call us the funn-est cowgirls on the planet
plenty of parking , negative coggins required
We are attending LRC spring fling and membership drive. once 2024 series memberships dues are paid you get to ride the 3 events free clover leaf barrels , straight away barrels , and poles.
Age groups:
walk trot (open to all ages)
leadline0-6
unassisted pee wee 0-6
pee wee 7-10
intermediate 15-25
seniors 26-40
super seniors 41-55
classic seniors 56& over
Wonderful group of gals and guys , family fun , and great way to work on new patterns and bond with your horse and enjoy something new.
Early, Texas Monthly Game Night
Name that Meme, Family Fued, Scattergories…or chicken ?
who knows what we’ll be playing , but it’ll have you laughing and glad you
Dinner is potluck ,so come hungry and let’s get this year started off with a bang , or a chicken , or who knows lol 😂
Come join us for some good food and great company. We will discuss past events and plan future adventures. All are welcome…
Early, Texas Thirsty Thursday
Come walk the streets of Los Trece , like it’s the 1800’s Wild West
Live gun fights , good food and ax throwing
It’s that time of year… Coggins and vaccines will be offered. Come out and help support the Howard County Youth Horseman Club… Please call or text 806-786-7122 and reserve a spot… All are encouraged and welcomed..
Grab your branding iron and come on over to Shaner Farm.
Duane Poole, the branding man, will be there to place the brands. Branded horses are less likely to be stolen, plus it looks cool!
Must reserve and pay in advance, deadline is Feb. 9. Contact Joelle directly to be on the list and pay.
Kings Mountain State Park Day Ride Meet at 10:00, ride out by 10:30. $3.00 per horse.
located on Apple Road (Equestrian TrailHead)
You can put 1277 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC in your GPS, but remember you are going to Apple Road once you reach Park Road.
This easy to moderately difficult 30+ mile loop trails begins in Kings Mountain State Park and circles into Kings Mountain National Military Park, the site of a famous Revolutionary War battle. The surface is primarily flat with some rocky areas and some clay spots. A local saddle club takes care to watch over the trails and ensure solid footing on some of the ridge climbs. Shoes or boots recommended.
Early, Texas. Will be attending the annual Good Samaritan Paint a soup Bowl Fundraiser
come join us for a fun filled night of helping out our community
Good Samaritan annual paint a soup bowl for their fight against fundraiser
Paint a soup bowl to be bought by locals attending the annual Fundraiser , on April 11th at the Brownwood Coliseum
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 )
Come on out to the 55th Annual Gem and Mineral Show… Always a great time. Vendors, food, and lots of amazing rocks… Fun for the whole family.. All are welcome.. Just take a picture of you there and send it to Terri….
Croft State Park Camp and Ride
This park located in Spartanburg, SC is widely popular and is known around the region for its equestrian facilities. The park regularly hosts shows in its arena and boasts more than 20 miles of equestrian trails. Mostly flat trails, rocky and roots in some areas.
Water/Power at each site.
For reservations go to: https://reserve.southcarolinaparks.com/croft
Come join us at the 66th Annual Worlds Largest Rattlesnake Round-up… Even if you don’t like snakes, it’s always a great weekend. All kinds of information about the nasty death noodles, but also, all kinds of vendors and food… Again, a fun, informative family weekend… All are welcome…If you go, just take a picture of you there and send it to Terri….
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
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
Early, Texas Monthly Round Up
will be going over some exciting events that are coming up for the year .
One event we need to finalize, is the weekend retreat at the beautiful lake Brownwood
we’d love to have you join us , so what are you waiting for ?
Calling all Cowgirls, We are bringing our horses to the VA hospital for some outside therapy for our favorite group of veterans. If you are interested, please only bring a CALM horse… The horses will be groomed, walked out and loved on, no riding. ALL Cowgirls are encouraged to join us, especially if you are not bringing a horse, we need hands on the ground.. Please wear pink button downs, hats optional…We will park in the back west end parking lot…
Manchester Spring Trail Ride Camp and Ride
Located in Pinewood, SC
Reservations are accepted usually one -two months prior to the event. The event is a fundraiser for the Manchester Trail Riders Club. These folks put a lot of work into it and make sure everyone has a great time.
Mostly flat and sandy trails. Awesome trail ride with food, bands and vendors!
Water/Power at each site. Bathhouse on site. You’ll need to high line or corral your horse.
Please let Joelle know if you’d like to go and she can give you the number for registration once it opens up.
Kings Mountain State Park Day Ride Meet at 10:00, ride out by 10:30. $3.00 per horse.
Located on Apple Road (Equestrian TrailHead)
You can put 1277 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC in your GPS, but remember you are going to Apple Road once you reach Park Road.
This easy to moderately difficult 30+ mile loop trails begins in Kings Mountain State Park and circles into Kings Mountain National Military Park, the site of a famous Revolutionary War battle. The surface is primarily flat with some rocky areas and some clay spots. A local saddle club takes care to watch over the trails and ensure solid footing on some of the ridge climbs. Shoes or boots recommended.
Come join us as we explore more of Little Sister Ashleys property. Please bring a sack lunch or snacks and your favorite beverage… All are welcome…
Early, Texas Monthly Game night
what better way to spend Taco Tuesday then at game night this month
Will it be Family Fortune, scrabbles, corn hole or some mysterious new game
you’ll never know unless you come out in join us in this fun filled evening of laughter
Come join us for our monthly meeting at Cowgirl Tammys house. We will discuss past events and plan future adventures. Cowgirl Tammy is gonna cook dinner, so please feel free to bring a beverage and or a dessert… All are welcome
Join us for this 3 day event in Troutman, NC! Consignment items for sale, auctions selling everything from buckets to saddles to horses, mules, donkeys, ponies! Chime in on this Event when you’d like to go and let’s get a carpool or caravan started.
Kings Mountain State Park Day Ride
located on Apple Road (Equestrian TrailHead)
You can put 1277 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC in your GPS, but remember you are going to Apple Road once you reach Park Road.
This easy to moderately difficult 30+ mile loop trails begins in Kings Mountain State Park and circles into Kings Mountain National Military Park, the site of a famous Revolutionary War battle. The surface is primarily flat with some rocky areas and some clay spots. A local saddle club takes care to watch over the trails and ensure solid footing on some of the ridge climbs.
Meet at 10:00, ride out by 10:30. $3.00 per horse.
We are attending the 2024 Lampasas Riding Club High point 6 part series . Event Fees $6 per event(members) or $7 ( non members) (LRC membership is $50.00)
5 Events of the day : Clover leaf barrels, Poles, Straight away barrels, double barrel flags, hitch ‘n’go
Age groups:
walk trot (open to all ages)
leadline0-6
unassisted pee wee 0-6
pee wee 7-10
intermediate 15-25
seniors 26-40
super seniors 41-55
classic seniors 56& over
this is highpoint # 1 of 6 part series
Wonderful group of gals and guys , family fun , and great way to work on new patterns and bond with your horse and enjoy something new.
Come out and join us at one of our favorite spots to ride. Trails available for all level of riders… Weather should cooperate, so ride out at noon. Please feel free to bring a snack or lunch and your favorite beverage… All are welcome
Early Texas , Brownwood Lyric Theatre
Showdown On The Brazo
Come join us as we watch our very own little sister Callie Jackson , who was an extra in the movie
Outlaw!!!!! Callie plays a ruff and Tuff Outlaw in a riding gang on her trusty horse named Sadie
Grab some popcorn, a Dr Pepper and come join us in the beautiful downtown Brownwood lyric theatre
Callie will be taking pictures and autographs after the movie 🍿
4B Farm and Campground Camp and Ride
Located adjacent to the Uwharrie National Forest and at the Badin Lake Recreation Area. Miles of trails with minimal inclines. Some areas are rocky and roots. Boots or shoes recommended.
Water/Power at each site.
For reservations go to: https://4bfarmandcampground.com/