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Let’s get ready to get our parade on once again in Post TX… This is an awesome parade to be a part of.. It will be hot. Please bring water. Full parade gear. Pink button downs, straw hats, pink polos.. Please get up with Queen Terri for line up location and details as soon as possible. Hope to see you all there…All Cowgirls welcomed
Join us for a ride, a picnic and a swim. Wear your water shoes and bring a snack! Trails are rocky. There is some climbing. Trails rated 2.5-3
Early, Texas Arena Practice
Practice arena drills, flags, grand entry , beginner horsemanship , or just come out and ride your horse
it’ll be a fun time at Shannon’s beautiful arena
negative coggins required
We ride out at 10:00. Ride and swim, bring a snack and lots of water. It takes a bit to get to the swim portion of the ride, so this trail is rated a 1.5-2 Hills and rocks.
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.
Lets get out and enjoy the cooler evenings together ladies. Newberg Chapter will be hosting an evening ride at Willamette Mission State Park August 16, 2024 from 6pm-8pm.
You will need to pay the $5.00 park fee
Please clean up after your horses in the parking area
Can’t wait to see everyone on the trail.
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
Early, Texas attending the San Saba County Rodeo Parade
pink parade shirts, straw Cowgirl hat , Helmet or hellhat, black parade saddle cover , blue jeans
we’ll also have a float for non riders
neg coggins required
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.
Come out and join us for a leisure ride in the half section of pasture behind Little Sister Ashleys house. Bring your own beverage and a snack for afterwards… All Cowgirls are welcome. We will ride out at 10 a.m., weather permitting…
Come join us on August 18th (Sun) at 5:00 at Dauset Trails.
Hopefully, we’ll beat the heat by going late in the afternoon!
Don’t forget to donate to Dauset Trails in the drop box at the bulletin board in the parking lot and any donations to our Chapter will be greatly appreciated!
See you then!
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.
Time to ride! Wyatt Ranch is always a great ride. Lots of good scenery and some water crossings. Terrain is mixed and does have some rocky areas. Ranch fee is $20
It’s that time of year again, end of summer… Please join us we have a “glow up” ride in the pasture at Queen Terri’s house. Bring all your glow sticks and glowing accessories for you and your horse…Bring your favorite dish to add to the pot luck dinner that will be at 8pm, and we will ride out at dark… Over night stay is available, but, please contact Queen Terri for arrangements….All are welcome…
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.
Early, Texas. Arena Pratice at Shannon’s Arena
come out and ride your horse , practicing arena drills, playday events , grand entries or just hang out and ride your horse
always a good time
negative coggins is required
Join us with your daughters for a fun mother daughter and cowgirls ride at Pole Canyon Ranch.
Contact Candace for details.
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
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*
We haven’t enjoyed the Grasslands in a bit! Meet at the windmill, ride out at 9:30. Plan to do 4ish hours, around 11 miles. This one is barefoot friendly.
Float the Green River in Saluda, NC
Let’s stay cool floating the Green River at 5200 Green River Cove Rd.,Saluda, NC. We will carpool there and arrive there by 10:00 to start our adventure. After our float which takes about 2-3 hours, we can have lunch in the cute town of Saluda or at the Tryon Equestrian Center!
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!
Meet at day parking at 10:00. Boots or shoes recommended for your horse. Water for horses available at trailhead, as well as vault toilet.
Cooling off, our Wednesday rides are back! Holiday Pk has a difficulty rating of 2. Bring a snack, we may swim depending on the weather. Come and join us!
West Texas Fair and Rodeo Parade is a great time to show up loud, proud and in style as 40 Something Cowgirls!
Line up is at 8:30. Parade start time is 10:30. The theme is How the West was Fun!
Deidra Scott is our point of contact. Current negative coggins is required.
This will be probably the last ride of the year at Hickory Creek before they close it for hunting season. Hickory Creek is a fun, fairly rugged ride. We’re meeting at the bridge. If youre coming and don’t know where to go, contact Carolyn Grayson, listed as the event coordinator and she’ll send you a pin.
Moved to Fort Richardson North Unit
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Trail ride on the Back Country trail, ride out at 9 AM. The state park fee is $7.00 and Coggins is required.
Jaclynn has lights so we can ride after it cools off
Come join us on September 8th (Sun) at 5:00 at Dauset Trails.
Hopefully, we’ll beat the heat by going late in the afternoon!
Don’t forget to donate to Dauset Trails in the drop box at the bulletin board in the parking lot and any donations to our Chapter will be greatly appreciated!
See you then!
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
C.M.O. is “competitive” because you compete, as an individual or a team, against other riders to find all of the hidden objective stations. This is a timed event and you compete for a placing for that ride. The points you and your horse earn add up towards year-end placing and lifetime points with the National Association of Competitive Mounted Orienteering (N.A.C.M.O.) and your State organization.
The “mounted” part of the name is because the game is played on horseback. In theory, you shouldn’t have to ever get off the horse as each objective station should be visible from horseback.
And, finally, “orienteering” because you must be able to orient your self on a provided map and find your way around the course. The use of a map and compass, navigating your way around the designated course, identifying landmarks and finding the objective stations is what orienteering is all about.
What C.M.O. is NOT, is an endurance or competitive riding race. In those sports, you follow a set course for a set distance and try to make the best time of all the competitors while getting a good “health” reading for your horse.
In C.M.O. you use your map to pick your route to find all the objective stations following whatever route you think is best to get around the course. Ingenuity, strategy and creativity are all useful.
Like endurance or competitive riding, however, the longer courses can cover many miles over all types of terrain. Common sense says you should have your horse in good shape and conditioned if you plan on riding long distances.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO RIDE A C.M.O.?
First you need a horse. It is, after all, a mounted sport. Any type of equine is allowed. Mules, ponies, show horses, horses off the track and backyard pets are welcome. Your horse must be at least three years old to compete.
You will also need a compass, small writing pad and pencil.
Other suggested items would be weather appropriate clothing, water, first aid supplies, lunch, and horse water and feed. Not all areas where rides are sponsored have potable water or water for your horse.
Contact Kathy Davis for exact location and details!
Come join us on Sep 14th (Saturday) at 9:00 for a ride over at Maynard’s Mill. It is such a beautiful farm filled with beautiful trails. Cost has gone up to $15 which you must leave in the barn before unloading. Always have proof of coggins in case it’s needed. Please be aware there are still two bridges out of commission, but many other trails to choose from. Looking forward to seeing everybody!!! Pack your lunch and we’ll eat at the picnic area by the creek towards the end of our ride. While eating, we’ll have a much needed meeting as we’ve got a lot going on! Thanks!
Come out and listen to what the Collin County Sherrif’s Posse has to say about what they do and what their purpose is. Requirement is: know how to ride, must have own horse. Meeting will be at the Blue Ridge Riding Club Arena.
LRRETA is an organization involved in maintaining the equestrian trails around Lake Ray Roberts. We’ll be joining them for their September trail ride. Lake Ray Roberts is a nice place to ride but can be a little rocky. Coggins will be checked at the main gate.
Come out and join us for a casual pasture ride on the half section at Little Sister Ashley house… Bing your own beverage and maybe a snack for afterwards.. All are welcome…
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.
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**
- 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
Come join us on Sep 18th (Wed) at 9:00 over at Charlie Elliott for a beautiful ride on the 5.6 multi-use trail as we meander thru the beautiful woods and enjoy each other’s company! Afterwards, we’ll venture out and get us a bite to eat at Rooster’s Inn in Mansfield approximately 4-5 miles from Charlie Elliott. Restaurant is located at 3069 Highway 11S, Mansfield GA 30055. We will park in the church parking lot across the street, so we’ll be able to see our trailers as we eat. Hope many can join us for a nice outing!
Come and join us on an approx 7 mile ride out at 10:00. Lunch at Woodys after. Difficulty level 2.5 yes, we will be riding the red trail.
Too much RAIN and the trailer parking looks dicey for the ride. Date change!
We ride out promptly at 9 am! Trailer parking behind the Benbrook Stables. turn on Stevens Road to access (right off 377-Dutch Branch Park entrance) then left on Lake Shore.
be prepared to swim with your horse!
Lunch after at 3 Parrots. Dutch treat.
Early, Texas lake Proctor Trail Ride
now that the weather has cooled off a bit , it’s time to hit the trails again
lake proctor has beautiful scenic views , and if were lucky we might just see the American eagles flying near the lake
negative coggins is required
plenty of parking for our trailers
trail is rated fairly easy , with some rocks and sand
Come join us at the Ocmulgee Bluffs for a Saturday morning ride beginning at 9:00 (Ride out time) on Sep 21st.
This area is a beautiful place to ride. Directions are as follows:
From Forsyth take Highway 83 north east towards Monticello. Will cross the Ocmulgee River, and a few miles down, will go past the Enon Baptist Church on your left. Will see a big Ocmulgee Bluffs sign on your right where you turn left onto Smith Mill Rd after seeing the sign. There is a black horse sign with the words Saddle Horse Club written on it on your left as you turn in. Road is not in the best of shape and narrow, so take it nice and slow. After 2-3 ? miles, you’ll see the Saddle Horse Campground on your right and on your left, will be the entrance to the Bluffs where you pay $5 and can park.
NOTE: If coming from Monticello on Highway 83 towards Forsyth heading West, you’ll see the black horse sign with the words Saddle Horse Club written on it on your right as you turn in. If you see the Enon Baptist Church on your right, you’ve gone too far. Probably best to turn around there in the parking lot and head back east where you will see the Ocmulgee Bluffs sign on your right and turn left on Smith Mill Rd.
If you haven’t joined us in a while, please come on out for a good day to ride with some wonderful cowgirls!
About a 3 hour trail ride in Quigley Canyon. Flyer to be sent to all current cowgirls.
Hickory Creek is a fun, fairly rugged ride. The area will be closed in Oct through Jan for hunting season. So this will be our last opportunity for awhile. You’ll need an OK hunting or fishing license to access their public lands. If you’re from TX & over 65, you’re exempt.
Come enjoy a Cowgirls Ride.
If you’ve never been you can check it out at https://www.perrydaletrails.com/
You will want to bring a Lunch!
Will be required to warm up your horse before riding.
Please let Marla know if you will be attending so she can let the facility know how many will be in attendance.
PLEASE NOTE: If you commit you will need to plan on attending. The facility may require a reservation fee as attendance has not been as planned in the past.