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Jun
9
Sun
Kings Mountain NC Obstacle Day @ Carolina Rawhide Riders
Jun 9 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Carolina Rawhide Riders is hosting their first Obstacle Play Day of 2024.
Let’s go experience obstacles you don’t get to play on every day. Outdoor Obstacle Course, Indoor Arena, and Trails.
Cost: $40 per horse and Rider, $10 additional per every added horse. (Half Off to those that attend the Hames Horsemanship Obstacle Clinic on June 8th).
Negative Coggins Required.

Midlothian, TX: Attending Open Obstacle Training at Remember Me Rescue @ Remember Me Rescue
Jun 9 @ 8:00 pm – 12:00 pm

Event to benefit Remember Me Rescue – proceeds to go recover and rehoming ex-racehorses

Jun
14
Fri
Poolville, TX Attending Friday Fun Obstacles @ BTCC @ Brazos Trails Cowboy Church
Jun 14 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Let’s have fun with the horses on some obstacles. There will be obstacles set up in the front pasture, arena and warm up pens will be open for riding. The church is going to have 3 Friday night events, 2 practices June and then a timed competition on August 16th that will be a patterned jackpot format. The flyer can be found on Brazos Trails FB page or Poolville Chapter page.

Jun
15
Sat
Ball Ground Ga. Obstacle Challenge: Garland Mountain @ Garland Mountain Hose & Hiking Trails
Jun 15 all-day
Farmersville TX – Arena Fun Day @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come on out and share the covered arena for a morning of peaceful, comfortable, riding and training!!  We will be here to help and assist, or just travel the trails in the dirt!!  If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask.  Casual fun day… bring your preferred drinks and snacks for fellowship after riding!!  Please do not forget to sign Arena Waiver and drop your $20 for Honor System payments!

Jun
16
Sun
Midlothian, TX: Monthly Ride at 4C @ 4C Stables
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am – 11:45 am

Come ride at 4C, use the arena, obstacle course, round pen etc or just come hang out.

Jun
18
Tue
McMinnville Oregon Santiam horse camp @ Santiam horse camp
Jun 18 @ 12:16 am – Jun 22 @ 1:16 am

Reservations are needed
Great trails come join us for a potluck

Jun
20
Thu
Agua Dulce, CA – Camping at The Horse Camp of Chihuahua Valley @ Warner Springs
Jun 20 – Jun 23 all-day

Another new camping adventure ahead!  Laurie Henry will be our organizer, information emailed to all current cowgirls!

Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Hungry Horse East
Jun 20 @ 2:00 pm – Jun 23 @ 3:00 pm

Experience the Wonder of the Virginia
Blue Ridge Mountains; 14 Shaded Campsites/30 Horse Stalls

Trails of All Skill Levels with some elevation and rocky in areas. Boots or shoes recommended. Beautiful Mountain Scenery. The best bathhouse of any campground!!

Water/Power at each site. 

For reservations go to: https://www.hungryhorseeast.com/

Jun
21
Fri
Poolville, TX Camping Trip @ Little George Cowboy Camp @ George Havens Cowboy Camp
Jun 21 – Jun 23 all-day

We have been invited to camp, horseback ride and enjoy! This is the 57th Annual Little George and Lucy Havens Memorial Cowboy Camp Meeting. They have RV hookups, dry camping and will have some places for us to put our horses. There are quite a few planned activities for the camp for us to join in on if we choose. There is lots of land for us to explore, a tank for fishing, and other activities. This is going to be a great weekend for fellowship and building friendships. This is a family friendly event. There is no cost to camp here. There will be a flyer posted in a FB event with further details. Please text Heather with any questions.

Spanaway, WA: Hosting Weekend at Traci’s @ Private Residence
Jun 21 – Jun 23 all-day

Cowgirl Traci will host the chapter for another weekend of camping and riding. Members only event. Message us for location information.

Jun
28
Fri
Kings Mountain, NC Arena Ride
Jun 28 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Please join us  for a Patriotic Ride to honor those we love who have sacrificed to serve our blessed nation. It will be a short, simple pattern (just over 3 minutes) ridden in an arena, led by a rider carrying an American flag, and recorded on video. A patriotic song that honors our service men and women and acknowledges God, will be added afterwards. The video will then be shared with each participant.
The date is next Friday, June 28, 2024, at a private farm near Waxhaw, NC. Please arrive by 9am and be tacked up and ready to meet in the barn at 930am to review the pattern, which will basically be follow the leader! Then we’ll go to the arena and practice 2 or 3 times and be ready to record at 10am, finishing by 11am, to take advantage of the morning shade on part of the arena.
Current Coggins, proof of up-to-date vaccines, and a signed waiver are required by the farm.
Please message Marcia Wakefield via email at [email protected] if you want to participate and we will share the farm location and other pertinent details such as Astaire. Bring a lunch and we’ll sit in the shade afterwards to eat and visit. Look forward to riding with you!
Jun
29
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – 2024 Trail Challenge Series – Event Course #1 @ Scott's Bottom Park
Jun 29 @ 7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Join in on a fundraiser event for the Impact of the Horse.

Registration: Early entry, by Friday before event – $50 per entry, per horse – Adult Division

 Late entry, day of event – $60 per entry, per horse –  Adult Division

Early entry, By Friday before event – $40 per entry, per horse – Youth Division

                            Late entry, day of event – $50 per entry, per horse – Youth Division

Walk Through of Course: 8:30 am (on foot, no horses allowed)

Competition starts: 9 am

One Overall Champion of the Year will be awarded Grand Champion Buckle EYO Buckle to Champion in all classes.

PLEASE NOTE:  If you have a youth riding through the course, that same horse can not be used again in the adult part of competition.  Some of the obstacles will be the same and that would give the adult rider a potential unfair advantage.

Class divisions as follows:

Adults: 18 & Over

Youth: 13 – 17

Peewee: 12 & under

In-Hand Class

This event is open to Horses both domestic & BLM, Mules, and burros

Lunch at 12 noon: Food Truck – Street Meats

 

For more information or questions contact: Janet Hartford (307)297-0772

 

 

Early, Texas. Obstacle Course Practice, Comanche @ Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena
Jun 29 @ 10:00 am – Jul 1 @ 5:00 pm

Early , Texas. Attending the Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena obstacle course practice .

12-14 different obstacles including cowboy curtains , water, push mobile etc

current negative coggins required

for more info call 254-979-7433

Jun
30
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Sheep Springs Horse Camp @ Sheep Springs Horse Camp
Jun 30 @ 8:00 am – Jul 2 @ 5:00 pm

Come enjoy a few days of fun and riding!

From Sisters, Oregon, travel 12.4 miles northwest on Highway 20, then 7.0 miles north on Forest Road 12, then 1.1 miles west on Forest Road 1260, and then 1 mile north on Forest Road 1260 200.

Sheep Springs Horse Camp Reservations

Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: 1:00 PM

Campsites – $21 per night
($2 more on holidays and holiday weekends) (Plus $8 reservation fee)

Key Sheep Springs Horse Camp Regulations

  1. Bring only weed-free certified hay. (No local forage available.)
  2. Horses must be kept in stalls provided, and may not be tethered or picketed outside of stalls.
  3. Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  4. Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
  5. Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.
  6. Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  7. Secure food and scented items from bears.
Jul
7
Sun
Farmersville TX @ White Mountain Wilderness Tramping @ White Mountain Wilderness Campground
Jul 7 – Jul 14 all-day

We coined the phrase “Tramping” several years ago and it stuck… for a scheduled Trail and Camping Event!  Plans now to be made for your Trail Riding week(end) or just a Vacation week(end).  Linda is very familiar with the area and all the amenities.  Shopping, Horse Races, Dining & Wining, as well as primitive camping.  Bring your LQ, RV or Toy-Hauler!  Please reach out to Linda ASAP for all the details and ideas to schedule a get-away!!

Jul
13
Sat
Midlothian, TX: Attending Open Arena, Obstacle Training at RMR @ Remember Me Rescue
Jul 13 @ 7:00 am – 12:00 pm

7-9 in hand only

9-12 under saddle or in hand

Jul
16
Tue
McMinnville Oregon, big Meadows horse camp @ Big Meadows horse camp
Jul 16 @ 8:00 am – Jul 20 @ 8:42 pm

They are now requiring reservations but they do have some first come sites
It’s a very nice cam with lots of trails

come, join us for a potluck

Jul
19
Fri
Agua Dulce, CA – Camping in Bear Valley Springs @ Tehachapi
Jul 19 – Jul 21 all-day

RSVP is absolute to gain access to Bear Valley Springs Community.  Kim Brandon is organizing this event.  Beautiful trails

Poolville, TX Attending Friday Fun Obstacles @ BTCC @ Brazos Trails Cowboy Church
Jul 19 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Let’s have fun with the horses on some obstacles. There will be obstacles set up in the front pasture, arena and warm up pens will be open for riding. The church is going to have 3 Friday night events, 2 practices June and then a timed competition on August 16th that will be a patterned jackpot format. The flyer can be found on Brazos Trails FB page or Poolville Chapter page.

Jul
20
Sat
Farmersville TX – Arena Fun Day @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena
Jul 20 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come on out and share the covered arena for a morning of peaceful, comfortable, riding and training!!  We will be here to help and assist, or just travel the trails in the dirt!!  If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask.  Casual fun day… bring your preferred drinks and snacks for fellowship after riding!!  Please do not forget to sign Arena Waiver and drop your $20 for Honor System payments!

Jul
22
Mon
Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Lynne’s Place
Jul 22 @ 4:00 pm – Jul 25 @ 5:00 pm

Let’s ride and camp in the Great Smokey Mountains, Bryson City.

If Lynne’s Place fills up, check out Deep Creek Campground. Also, you can come for a day ride!!

Wylie, TX Open Arena Night @ Bull Creek Cowboy Church
Jul 22 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come join us for a fun and relaxing evening out at the Bull Creek Cowboy Church outdoor arena from 7:00pm-9:00pm. We can set up barrels, poles, or you can just spend time in the saddle with a relaxing ride as the sun goes down.  The view of the sunset is absolutely amazing out there!  If it is raining, chances are it will be canceled so if in doubt call before you haul.  You can call Christy at the number listed above.

Jul
25
Thu
Salem, OR Cowgirls Campout @ Quinn Meadows
Jul 25 @ 8:00 am – Aug 3 @ 5:00 pm

Come enjoy a few days of riding and relaxation.

To make reservations go to recreation.gov

Quinn Meadows is 30 miles south of Bend, on Century Dr.

Contact Princess Tootie if you want to coordinate meals.

Aug
2
Fri
KINNEAR, WY Attending WYBCH State Rendezvous @ Blutcher Creek
Aug 2 @ 4:00 pm – Aug 4 @ 5:00 pm

BCH State Rendezvous- see the WYBCH website for more info.

Aug
4
Sun
Early, Texas. Parade Practice and Arena Fun Time @ Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena
Aug 4 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Early, Texas  will be attending the Parade Practice and Arena Fun Time  at the beautiful Rockin Wild Arena

We’ll learn grand entry

Carrying  a flag on horseback

And practice general horsemanship skills

over 25 obstacles to practice

current coggins is required

 

 

Aug
8
Thu
McMinnville, Oregon, Todd Lake, Camping @ Todd Lake horse camp
Aug 8 @ 12:21 am – Aug 11 @ 12:36 am

No reservations required
This will be the third time that we’ve tried to go there so hopefully they’ll be no fires in the area

Aug
9
Fri
Charleston, WV East Fork Camping and Trail Ride @ Durbin, WV @ East Fork Campground and Horse Hotel
Aug 9 – Aug 11 all-day

Come join us for a weekend long camping trip with lots of riding, food, and fellowship among cowgirls. Everything a cowgirl could ever want in one place!

Please call 304-456-3101 for reservations ASAP!

Aug
11
Sun
Belfair, WA – Go Together to Play Day at Craterview (Bolender) Horse Park @ Bolender Horse Park
Aug 11 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Park is open 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.  Distance is about 2 hours’ hauling drive from Port Orchard area of SR 16. See Belfair, WA Chapter FB page or contact Chapter Queen Wendy Morrow for details on coordinating time for Cowgirls to go together.

Cost: $25 per horse/per day  + $20 refundable Haul-in Fee per horse. All manure, straw/shavings, trash must be picked up and disposed of before leaving. Staff member will inspect your area and return the haul-in fee when clean.

Open ride – Full use of the Mountain Trail Park and outdoor arena.  Free parking and stalls available.

Early, Texas. Arena Practice @ Shannon’s home Arena
Aug 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

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

 

Aug
14
Wed
Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Hungry Horse East
Aug 14 @ 12:00 pm – Aug 19 @ 1:00 pm

Experience the Wonder of Virginia, Blue Ridge Mountains. Trails for all skill levels with some elevation and rocky areas. Boots or shoes recommended.
Water/power at each site with an amazing bathhouse!
Please bring extra cash for “Pass the Boot” to raise funds for our 2024 charity.

Aug
16
Fri
Poolville, TX – Attending Fun Friday Challenge @ BTCC @ Brazos Trails Cowboy Church
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Now that we have gotten some obstacle practice in, let’s see our improvements. This will be a patterned jackpot for time.  3D format, paying 2 places in each division, 75% payout.

Aug
25
Sun
McMinnville, OR Oregon Riley Horse camp @ Riley Horse camp
Aug 25 @ 12:24 am – Aug 29 @ 1:24 am

Reservations needed for Riley Horse camp
This camp has awesome trails in the campground is really nice and well shaded

Come join us for a potluck after a long day ride with some crazy cowgirls

Early, Texas Arena Practice @ Shannon’s arena
Aug 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

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

Aug
29
Thu
Agua Dulce, CA – Camping in Cuyamaca
Aug 29 – Sep 2 all-day

Camping at the Green Valley Equetrian area – at this time all sites are reserved

Aug
30
Fri
Greenville, TX – Platter Flats Campout & Ride @ Platter Flats Equestrian Camp
Aug 30 – Sep 2 all-day

Come join us for a fun filled holiday weekend of riding, camping and playing in the lake!!

Sep
1
Sun
Estacada, OR – Attending Tamarind Ranch Sunday Trail Challenge @ Tamarind Ranch
Sep 1 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

The event does take place on Saturday with an In-Hand event obstacles.

Sunday: Trail Challenge- A relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles placed along 5 miles of trail. Ride at a leisurely pace with friends and family. Enjoy the sights as you improve your horsemanship skills. With 6 obstacles along the trail. One horse and rider per event. This event with take place at Jamestown/Three Beat Farms across the street from Tamarind Ranch. Registration and Riders meeting will take place at Tamarind Ranch. Traffic Control with escort riders across the street.

Registration fees are $31-$58. Please visit equinetrailsports.com for more info.

For more info, contact:

Tamara Glover; 559-696-4165; www.equinetrailsports.com

Kings Mountain, NC Obstacle Playday @ Suncrest Event Venue
Sep 1 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Come challenge your horse to a large variety of outdoor and indoor obstacles! The cost is $40 per horse and rider, $10 for each additional horse. Richard Hames, trainer, will be available to to help you navigate as needed.

Sep
4
Wed
McMinnville, Oregon, whispering Pines @ Whispering Pines horse camp
Sep 4 @ 12:00 am – Sep 8 @ 4:00 pm

This is a first come first serve Camping Area

Who has some great trails

Come join us for a potluck we have some great cooks

Sep
5
Thu
Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Croft State Park
Sep 5 @ 12:00 pm – Sep 9 @ 1:00 pm

Join us for camping and riding at Croft State Park. Mostly flat trails, but there are some rocks and roots so shoes or boots are recommended.
Water/Power at each campsite. Horses are stalled at the barn, separate from the campgrounds.
We will “Pass the Boot” for our 2024 charities.
For reservations go to www.reserve.southcarolinaparks.com/Croft

Sep
7
Sat
Midland-TX., – Ride at Jaclynn’s @ Jaclynn's house
Sep 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Jaclynn has lights so we can ride after it cools off

Sep
8
Sun
Rock Springs WY Live Horse Racing @ Sweetwater Race Track
Sep 8 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Join us for an exciting season of Live Racing!
🏇 POST TIMES
Saturdays & Sundays @ 1pm
Fridays @ 4pm
📍 Sweetwater Events Complex
3320 Yellowstone Road
Rock Springs, WY 82901
Sep
12
Thu
Benbrook TX – Six RS Weekend @ Six RS Ranch
Sep 12 @ 3:30 pm – Sep 15 @ 4:30 pm

We are headed on vacation with our horses. Trail rides all weekend! There are hook ups for LQ trailers and room in the house if you don’t have a trailer to sleep in! Space is limited, so let us know if want in!
Cost will be updated once we have a final estimate of cowgirls attending. Lori Darks is our coordinator on this. Text her at +1 (443) 907-9531

Sep
14
Sat
Midlothian, TX: Attending Obstacles at Remember Me Rescue @ Remember Me Rescue
Sep 14 @ 7:00 am

In hand or under saddle, lots of obstacles to play over

Midlothian, TX: Obstacles at Remember Me @ Remember Me Rescue
Sep 14 @ 7:00 am

Very fun obstacle course that benefits Remember Me Rescue

Wylie, TX – Collin County Sheriff’s Posse Rider Safety Meeting @ Blue Ridge Riding Club arena
Sep 14 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

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.

Franklin, NC – Deep Creek Horse Camp – camping @ Deep Creek Horse Camp
Sep 14 @ 10:00 am – Sep 16 @ 10:00 am

Franklin Camping at Deep Creek Horse Camp in Bryson City  down the road to the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park Deep Creek Entrance. Must Call James Clark at 828-736-1270 to make reservations – he does not take online reservations. Once settled into to the beautiful camp alongside the beautiful creek go pick out at trailer from his numerous stock trailers available for guests to go explore different sections of the park with endless horse trails. Campground has electric and water hook ups, and dump station at departure.

Sep
16
Mon
Greenwood TX – Obstacle Course Practice @ Haut Ranch
Sep 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Come right around and join us for some fun on the obstacles at Joy’s Ranch. Back, just a casual time to ride around and give your horse some practice on the obstacles.

Sep
21
Sat
Franklin, NC – Back Country Horsemen of NE Georgia Camping Rendenza – Annual Campout
Sep 21 @ 10:00 am – Sep 23 @ 5:00 pm

Back Country Horsemen of North east Georgia is holding the annual Rendenza at Whetstone Horse Camp – please contact Katie Adams for site reservations and accommodations and meal tickets. All day riders are to be present and ready to ride out at 10am from the day parking area.

Abilene, TX- Attending TTCC Lost Concho Ride @ Inks Ranch
Sep 21 @ 12:00 pm – Sep 22 @ 6:00 pm

Join our 40 Something Cowgirls as members of Texas Trail Challenge Club spend a weekend testing their skills on miles of trails and obstacles. Please reach out to TTCC directly for reservations, TRCC memberships and fee information.