Calendar

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Apr
13
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Sweetwater Ranch Sort Club Jackpot #4 @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arenax
Apr 13 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Classes as follows:

Open Class$35 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

#4 Class – $30 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

Ranch Hand – $25 per run

1 on 5 – $45 – 1 run

Total Sort – $75 – if time allows

All Classes 65% Payback

Youth 12 & under – $15 100% Payback 3 Ride limit

All entries must be paid in cash NO CHECKS

 Membership Fees: 

*Family (within household): $150

*Single: $100

Jackpot entries: 8:30am – 9:30am

Jackpot starts @10am

Benbrook, TX – Saturday Ride @ Wyatt Ranch
Apr 13 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Come ride with us through the cedars at Wyatt Ranch in Glen Rose.  This is a fairly easy trail with creek crossing and some ups and downs.

Wanship, UT Sorting Clinic andPotluck @ Maureen McDonalds House
Apr 13 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Potluck immediately following the sorting.  Maureen will provide Sloppy Joes.  Please bring a side dish.

Apr
18
Thu
Coahoma, Tx- Craft Night @ Cowgirl Judi's house
Apr 18 @ 6:00 am – 7:00 am

We will be decorating flip flops for summer!!

Benbrook, TX Lunch at Woody’s @ Woody's Bar & Grill
Apr 18 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Come meet us for Burgers and a Beer (or Coke) at Woody’s after our ride.

Benbrook, TX Thursday Ride @ Mineral Wells State Park
Apr 18 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Mineral Wells State park is a very easy ride.  Come and join us!

Apr
19
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Sweetwater County High School Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arena
Apr 19 @ 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come out and support the up and coming rodeo athletes of Wyoming as they compete for a spot on the state team and attend the national rodeo later this summer.  Rodeo action will start on Friday April 19th at 9am with the athletes of the Junior High division.  The High School events will be on Saturday & Sunday, April 20 & 21.  Saturday evening will also feature a rough stock performance.

All events will take place at the indoor arena at the events complex.

Estacada, OR – Monthly Meeting @ Sabor Latino Mexican Restaurant
Apr 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Come on out and join us for some yummy food and great conversation. This is the time to plan some great summer fun with our ponies!

Raffle prize drawing: tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.

Hope to see ya there!!

Apr
20
Sat
Coahoma, Tx – Hat Bar
Apr 20 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We will be decorating caps!!

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
Benbrook, TX Wednesday Ride LOCATION CHANGE @ Bob Jones Pk
Apr 24 @ 11:00 pm – Apr 25 @ 2:00 pm

Location change to Bob Jones Pk Southlake  We ride out at 11:00 weather and trail conditions permitting.

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
Benbrook TX – CANCELED-WEATHER Rutledge Patient Trail Ride @ Rocky Creek Park
Apr 26 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come join us as we assist Rutledge clients enjoy the benefits of equine therapy. We will not be riding, but will be assisting young adults who are undergoing cancer treatments. Whether riding the trails or grooming horses, we need cowgirls there to help.

Patients will book through Rutledge at the direction of their medical advisers.

Apr
27
Sat
Benbrook, TX NEW DATE TBA -RC Clean up day @ Rocky Creek Pk
Apr 27 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

WEATHER pushed the date. Will update the event once we have a new date.
TADRA will be working on cleaning up this trail that we so enjoy using for free.. Please come out & give us a hand.

Benbrook TX – Extreme Racing @ Lone Star Park
Apr 27 @ 11:00 am – Apr 28 @ 12:00 pm

One of our favorite events! Come watch the camels, ostriches and zebras race! Gates open at 12 but races don’t start that early. We have two days of racing, so take a selfie and message me with your number to get on the roster!

Apr
28
Sun
Benbrook, TX – LOCATION CHANGE Sunday Trail Ride @ Cartwright Park
Apr 28 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

LOCATION CHANGE!

Moving to Cartwright Park!  Come and join us as we ride this beautiful 1600 are ranch in Cleburne.  We ride out at 11:00 weather and trail conditions permitting.

Coahoma, Tx- Trail Ride at Moss Lake
Apr 28 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

We will be riding at Moss Lake weather permitting!!

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

Benbrook, TX Wednesday Ride @ Holiday Park
May 1 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Meet us for our Wednesday ride through the woods on beautiful Benbrook lake.  We ride out at 11:00.

May
4
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Cabin Fever Run @ Sweetwater County Events Complex
May 4 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Cabin Fever Run is produced by Genesis Parker & Megan Matsuura, two members of the Green River Chapter of 40 Something Cowgirls.  The barrel races produced by thee two ladies are always well run, fun, family friendly, and a great time.

This race has $2000 added and is a 90% payback.

More information to be added as the event updated.

Estacada, OR -Attending Farm Fest @ Yamhill County Historical Society-Yamhill County Heritage Center
May 4 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

IF you have never seen old-time plowing down with horses or mules, OR even if you have, you DON’T want to miss this:

The Farm Fest & Plowing Competition is the largest plowing competition on the West Coast, with 20+ teams of draft horses and mules.

See demos and meet the teamsters. Join for a day of old-time farming fun at this year’s event with Pioneer Kids’ activities, tours of the museum and 1880’s Hutchcroft School, old-time music, food and more!

Admission is $8 for adults and free for kids under 12.

This event is put on by the Yamhill County Historical Society-Yamhill Valley Heritage Center.

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.

May
5
Sun
Coahoma, Tx- Ride at the Youth Horseman Arena @ Howard County Youth horseman Arena
May 5 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

We will be riding at the Youth Horseman Arena and working on different obstacles with our horses.

Benbrook TX -LOCATION CHANGE Monthly Trail Ride @ Cartwright Park
May 5 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE! We have to move the ride this month only (we hope). Dutch Branch has had too much rain to park the trailers.

We ride out promptly at 10am!

Lunch after at 3 Parrots. Dutch treat.

Benbrook TX – Monthly Meeting @ 3 Parrots
May 5 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Dutch treat lunch and meeting. Join us at 3 Parrots and meet the gang!

May
7
Tue
Benbrook TX – Memorial Day Parade @ Hubbard High School
May 7 @ 8:12 pm – 9:12 pm

Come join us for a sweet small town parade! Modified parade attire- we will wear white shirts (button down) and red bandanas. Black saddle blankets and straw hats. Decorate your horse in red, white and blue. Meet by 10 am in the parking lot. Parade starts at 11.

May
8
Wed
Benbrook TX – attending The Cowgirl Gathering @ Cowtown Coliseum
May 8 @ 2:25 am – May 12 @ 3:25 am

Koi the National Cowgirl Museum for the world’s richest event in women’s rodeo. A schedule of events is available  online. This is an amazing event and has so many opportunities for women competitors!

To get on our roster, take a selfie and private message us! Let’s support our rodeo partners!

 

 

May
9
Thu
Benbrook TX-PRIVATE Event Chapter retreat @ Lazy TK Ranch
May 9 @ 3:30 pm – May 12 @ 4:30 pm

Annual chapter retreat to Lazy TK Ranch. Cost TBA. Limited space, please RSVP. Private event for our chapter.

May
11
Sat
Coahoma, TX- Dance at the Stampede with Jody Nix @ Stampede in Big Spring
May 11 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Come out and join us at the Stampede in Big Spring, Tx. Jody Nix will be playing. Tickets are 20.00 at the door.

May
13
Mon
Coahoma, Tx- Painting Workshop @ Tonya's house
May 13 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

We will be repainting the Christmas Decorations for the Coahoma Lions Club.

May
17
Fri
Estacada, OR – Monthly Meeting @ Double Dragon Chinese Restaurant
May 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

It’s time to get together for some yummy food and GREAT Sisterhood!!!

Put on your thinking caps and lets talk about the adventures we would like to have with our ponies, or even maybe some without them.

There will be a raffle drawing sometime during the meeting; tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Ya never know what you have the chance to win. Bring a “new” friend and get a free raffle ticket.

Hope to see ya there!!

Green River, Wyoming – Attending Jim Hicks Clinic
May 17 @ 7:30 pm – May 19 @ 8:30 pm

Jim welcomes both western & english riders.  Whether your horse is under saddle or still in the ground work stages of training, Jim is very well versatile and knowledgeable.

Come prepared to answer the question, “What do you want to learn/work on?”  Jim wants to help you with your goals and that is why he does one hour one-on-one sessions.

A one hour session with your horse is $160.

If you chose not to bring a horse there is a $25 per day audit fee.  Clinic participants are welcome to audit all riders sessions at no additional charge.

Sessions start at 9am and go until 5pm, with a one hour lunch break from noon to 1pm.

Participants must prepay in advance to reserve their spot.

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.

Green River, Wyoming – Attending Confidence Clinic @ Sweetwater County Events Complex
May 18 @ 8:00 am – May 19 @ 6:00 pm

Green River 40 Something Cowgirl, Kari Moneyhun, has teamed up with Sara Lowe of Sagebrush Training to offer a two-day confidence clinic focusing on ranch and trail obstacles.  These clinic are fun, encouraging, and full of laughter.  Sagebrush Sara works on building each rider up and strengthening your relationship with your horse.

Cost is $400 for the two day clinic.  Current 40 Something Cowgirl members get a 10% discount!

SPACE IS LIMITED

Pre-register by 5/1/24, $200 non-refundable deposit is required.  Remainder due one week before the event.

To register call/text Kari Moneyhun at 206-819-5274

Benbrook, TX -Saturday Ride Location Change @ Trinity River Trail FTW Stockyards
May 18 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

We ride out at 11:00 weather permitting.  Lunch after at Cooper BBQ.  This is a very easy trail.

Benbrook,TX Lunch Location Change @ Cooper Barbeque
May 18 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Lunch and meet and greet after the ride.

Benbrook TX – “Ten in Texas” Movie @ TCU Music Center
May 18 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

This is a special screening of the “Ten in Texas” movie which benefits the National Cowgirl Museum.

For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit http:/

See you there!

May
19
Sun
Benbrook, TX -Trail Ride NEW DATE @ High Hope Ranch
May 19 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Come ride this beautiful Ranch in Glen Rose and explore the amazing Twin Falls Trail.  It is magical.

Coahoma, Tx- Horse Bath Day
May 19 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Weather permitting we will giving all of our horses a bath at Princess Tonya’s house. Bring all of your shampoo and brushes.

May
22
Wed
Benbrook, TX Wednesday Ride @ Mineral Wells State Park
May 22 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come and join us for our Wednesday ride at Mineral Wells State Park just EAST of downtown Mineral Wells.  Not Weatherford, 180 & 71.  We ride out at 10:00.  Cost is $7.00 per person. Must have coggins. They will check! Hope to see you there.

May
23
Thu
Benbrook TX- Cowgirl Connection @ National Cowgirl Museum
May 23 @ 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]

May
25
Sat
Benbrook, TX Saturday Ride @ Wyatt Ranch
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Have your Coggins.  This trail is a little rocky and we get to cross the river.  Very pretty.  Come join us.  We ride out at 10:00. $20 per rider

Coahoma, Tx- Game Night @ Halie's House
May 25 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

We will have Family Game night.  Come and play games, fellowship, and eat some great food.

May
26
Sun
Estacada, OR – Milo McIver State Park Trail Ride @ Milo McIver State Park
May 26 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Let’s get together at Milo McIver State Park and ride the trails. Plan to meet at the park at 11:00.

Day use fee is $5, unless you have a State Park Pass. Feel free to pack a lunch and we can eat and visit before heading back home.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!

 

Benbrook, TX Game Night @ Judy Greenway Residence
May 26 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Game night at Judy’s place!  Bring your $1 dollar bills for LCR.  & a few bucks to tip the cook.  BYOB Let’s party!  Yeehaw!

May
27
Mon
Benbrook TX- Memorial Day Parade @ Hubbard HS
May 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Come join us for a true small town parade! We will be in modified parade attire-

white button down

straw hats

red bandannas

black saddle blanket

Decorate your horse in red white and blue! Parade starts at 11.

Estacada, OR – Willamette Mission State Park Trail Ride @ Willamette Mission State Park
May 27 @ 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Let’s meet up and ride the trails. Plan to meet at the park at 12:00.

Day use fee is $5, unless you have an annual park pass.

Feel free to pack a lunch and we can eat and visit before heading home.

HOPE TO SEE YA THERE!!

Coahoma, TX- Memorial Day Pool Party @ Cowgirl Judi's house
May 27 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

We will be kicking off Summer and relaxing in the pool. (Weather Permitting)

May
31
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Western Shooters Council Mounted Shooting
May 31 @ 8:00 am – Jun 2 @ 6:00 pm

Mounted Shooting is the nation’s fastest growing equestrian sport.  Competitors wearing two single-action 45 caliber guns race against the clock, navigating through a variety of course patterns while shooting at balloons.

Competitors dress up in “Golden Era” cowboy clothing.

Benbrook TX – Rutledge Patient Trail Ride @ Holiday Park
May 31 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come join us as we assist Rutledge clients enjoy the benefits of equine therapy. We will not be riding, but will be assisting young adults who are undergoing cancer treatments. Whether riding the trails or grooming horses, we need cowgirls there to help.

Patients will book through Rutledge at the direction of their medical advisers.