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Sep
17
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
Sep 17 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Sep
19
Thu
Columbia Basin, WA – September Monthly Chapter Roundup @ Sterlings
Sep 19 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
40SC September Round Up
Time: 05:30pm for social / 6:30 – 7:30 to go over the agenda
Sep
20
Fri
Columbia Basin, WA – ETS Hosting @ Franklin Country Saddle Club
Sep 20 @ 7:00 am – Sep 23 @ 8:00 am

FRANKLIN COUNTY SADDLE CLUB

2801 Road 60 Pasco, WA 99301

Friday, September 20, 2024 – Sunday, September 22, 2024

Date Type Mi Name Price Contact Roster
Fri – 09/20 TC 5 40SC/PSR Fall Fling Early Bird Special$31 – $58 Kathy Lepore
Sat – 09/21 IH 40SC/PSR Fall Fling Early Bird Special$24 – $44 Kathy Lepore
Sat – 09/21 OC 40SC/PSR Fall Fling Early Bird Special$24 – $44 Kathy Lepore
Sun – 09/22 OC 40SC/PSR Fall Fling Early Bird Special$24 – $44 Kathy Lepore

Online registration closes Wednesday, September 18, 7:00pm, PST


ABOUT THE VENUE

This event will take place at two different locations. On Friday, The Trail Ride will be at the Richland Horse Park, connected to the WE Johnson Preserve. The Preserve has 236 acres of trail riding, including equestrian-specific parking, natural and constructed horse skill obstacles, updated signage and landscaping, a trail obstacle course and jump area. It has easy access from Hwy 240, local accommodations, shopping and restaurants nearby.

Those of you needing to check in on Thursday for camping and stalls at the Franklin County Saddle Club will be able to do so. We are also looking into dry camping opportunities at WE Johnson for Thursday night.  More information will be available as we get closer to the event date.

On Saturday and Sunday, the In-Hand and Mounted obstacle portions will be held at the Franklin County Saddle Club. The Franklin County Saddle Club has 4 lighted arenas, onsite trail course, wash rack, indoor stalls, 24 RV campsites as well as dry campsites, bathhouse with showers.

Easy access from I-82, local accommodations shopping, and restaurants nearby.

EVENT DETAILS

The 40Something Cowgirls and the Purple Sage Riders of the Back Country Horsemen are again collaborating on this event! We hope you’ll join us for a fun weekend!

*On Friday, we’ll start at WE Johnson for a fun Trail Challenge (TC) – a relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome..

*Saturday, we will have in hand in the morning, followed by a mounted Obstacle Course in the afternoon.

Sunday, we’ll have a mounted Obstacle Course in the morning.

In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.

Obstacle Course (OC) – a mounted event in an arena/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.

THE TERRAIN

At the Horse Park: Course is dirt with some wood chips and light gravel in areas. Most trails are wide and easy.  There may be some rocks, gravel, and potential water The trail is designed to be beginner safe.  Please, you know your equine and your choice is best. Barefoot, booted or shod.

At the Saddle Club: Excellent dirt footing in all arenas, Onsite trail course is dirt with wood chips some light gravel in areas.

MEALS

Meals are on your own.  There are several restaurants nearby and delivery services such as Uber Eats and Door Dash that will deliver to the Saddle Club and Richland Horse Park.  We are also looking into getting a food truck or two onsite. We will update you as the event gets closer.

Saturday night, we hope you’ll join us for a fun potluck in the Club House. Main dish will be provided, please bring your favorite side or dessert.

AWARDS

Beautiful ribbons 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!

Lifetime Awards (Equine & Rider) – Sign up 2 weeks in advance to get your qualifying awards!

Equine Carrot Club – Your equine will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden carrot charms as they progress through the levels. Equine points accumulate no matter who rides the equine.

Star Rider Club – You will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden star charms as you progress through the levels. This kilt pin will come with an Equine Trail Sports iron-on patch to attach it to. Rider Points accumulate no matter which equine is ridden.

ADDITIONAL FEES

Payment for ALL Amenities reserved at the time of online registration are due ON SITE and are NOT collected at the time of online registration.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

If you would like someone else to strip your stall, be sure to sign up

Franklin County Saddle Club

2801 Road 60
Pasco, WA 99301

Event Host Directions:

For Friday: Directions to WE Johnson will be emailed to you.

The Franklin County Saddle Club is located on road 60 between Argent and Court Street.

From Oregon: Take 395 North to Pasco. Take the Court Street exit, turning left on Court. Proceed a few miles to Road 60. Turn right. Saddle Club will be on the right side. Please use the entrance by the Equine Trail Sports sign.

Traveling East on I82: Take Exit 9, Road 68. Turn right on 68 and proceed to Argent. Turn left at Argent and continue to Road 60. Turn right on Road 60. The Saddle Club will be on the left. Please use the entrance by the Equine Trail Sports sign.

Traveling West on I82: Take Exit 9, Road 68. Turn left on 68 and proceed to Argent. Turn left at Argent and continue to Road 60. Turn right on Road 60. The Saddle Club will be on the left. Please use the entrance by the Equine Trail Sports sign.

AGENDA

Friday Trail Challenge
8-8:45am Check in available-get your number and ride time
9:00am Judge Meeting
9:30am Rider Meeting
10:30am First riders out on the course
Judge Shout Outs once all riders are in!
Awards after Judge Shout Outs!
5pm Check in available at the Saddle Club
Saturday-In Hand and Mounted
8-8:45am New arrival Check In
8:00am Judge Meeting
9:00am Handler Meeting
10:00am First Handlers on the course
Lunch Break for 45 minutes after last horse off course
1pm First riders on course
Judge Shout Outs once all riders are in!
Awards after Judge Shout Outs!
6ish Potluck in the Clubhouse
Sunday-Obstacle Course
8-8:45am New Arrival Check in
8am Judge Meeting
9am Rider Meeting
10am First Riders on the Course
Judge Shout Outs Once all riders are in!
Awards After Judge Shout Outs!

AVAILABLE AMENITY RESERVATIONS

STALLS-Please bring your own shavings
Friday Night Stall – 12X12 covered $25.00
Saturday Night Stall – 12X12 covered $25.00
Camping
Friday Dry Camping $15.00
Fri Hook-up Electric Site (30 amp) $25.00
Fri Hook-up Electric Site 110 hook up $25.00
Saturday Dry Camping $15.00
Sat Hook-up Electric Site 110 hook up $25.00
Sat Hook-up Electric Site (30 amp) $25.00
Meals, Stall Stripping and Shavings
Saturday Night Potluck (FREE) $0.00
Shavings $10.00
Stall stripping $20.00
Sep
28
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – Walk Trot Triathlon @ Benton City Jr Fair & Rodeo
Sep 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Walk Trot Triathlon
Open to all level of riders.
This is a Buckle Series for 4 age Divisions in 3 shows
All proceeds benefit Benton Franklin 4-H
All equine enthusiast and guest are welcome to participate, watch or volunteer to help out.
Any questions or would like to sign up please send an
Email: [email protected]
Oct
2
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
Oct 2 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

Oct
4
Fri
Columbia Basin, WA – Steve Rother Horsemanship 3-day clinic @ Franklin Country Saddle Club
Oct 4 @ 8:00 am – Oct 6 @ 5:00 pm

Pasco, WA: Excel with Horses 3-Day Clinic

Are you looking to develop more confidence, control, and success with your horse? Do you want to work towards a true partnership with your horse, built on respect and trust? In this clinic Steve will help you attain these goals and become the natural leader that your horse needs you to be.

REGISTER NOW at https://schoolofhorse.com/product/clinic-deposit/ Clinic Host: Cathy Ricard Phone: 509-521-0886 Email: [email protected] Dates: October 4-5-6 Location: Franklin County Saddle Club, 2801 N. Rd 60, Pasco, WA Cost: school of

Horse club member $505. Non-member $675 Arena Fee: $45 Haul in fee: $5 horse/per day if not stalled Stalls: $20/day Camping: $20/night There are 2 sessions per day, AM is green rider or green horse or anyone that is new to Steve’s program.

Afternoon session is for returning students of Steve’s program that are comfortable with loping, stopping, turns and more advance maneuvers. This clinic is designed to be an overall learning experience that builds on several aspects of communication, confidence, respect, trust, impulsion, and performance. The clinic is open to people of all skill levels and disciplines, beginner to advanced are welcome.  We also welcome horses of all ages and breeds.

Oct
10
Thu
Roseburg Or Line Dancing @ Workmans @ Workmans Bar
Oct 10 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dust yer boots off and join us for line dancing at Workmans bar and grill. No experience necessary they provide instruction and teach two dances. Dancing starts at 7 pm but we are meeting at 6 to get food and drink

Oct
14
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
Oct 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events

 

Oct
15
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
Oct 15 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Oct
17
Thu
Columbia Basin, WA – October Monthly Chapter Roundup @ Sterlings
Oct 17 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
40SC October Round Up
Time: 05:30pm for social / 6:30 – 7:30 to go over the agenda
Oct
20
Sun
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ North Bank @ North Bank Habitat
Oct 20 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail  ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.

Oct
26
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – October BMMO @ Chamna Natural Reserve @ Mt Adams Horse Camp
Oct 26 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Mounted orienteering is one of the most challenging and exciting equestrian sports! It is similar to a treasure hunt that tests your horsemanship and map and compass skills.
Bring a compass, hit the trail with friends and enjoy the hunt!
No Alcohol, dogs or smoking are permitted horses and/mules must be at least 3 years of age
Contact: Bethany Holmes 509-240-0989
                 Zenada Voss 509-956-8012
                 Cassandra Van Atta 509-863-9202
                 Jenny Knowles 509-520-7912
Nov
6
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
Nov 6 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

Nov
11
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
Nov 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events

 

Nov
14
Thu
Roseburg Or Line Dancing @ Workmans @ Workmans Bar
Nov 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dust yer boots off and join us for line dancing at Workmans bar and grill. No experience necessary they provide instruction and teach two dances. Dancing starts at 7 pm but we are meeting at 6 to get food and drink

Nov
17
Sun
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ North Bank @ North Bank Habitat
Nov 17 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail  ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.

Nov
19
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
Nov 19 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Nov
21
Thu
Columbia Basin, WA – November Monthly Chapter Roundup @ Sterlings
Nov 21 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
40SC May Round Up
Time: 05:30pm for social / 6:30 – 7:30 to go over the agenda
Having a gift exchange after the meeting – $25.00
Last meeting for the year
Dec
4
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
Dec 4 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

Dec
9
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
Dec 9 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events

 

Dec
12
Thu
Roseburg Or Line Dancing @ Workmans @ Workmans Bar
Dec 12 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dust yer boots off and join us for line dancing at Workmans bar and grill. No experience necessary they provide instruction and teach two dances. Dancing starts at 7 pm but we are meeting at 6 to get food and drink

Dec
15
Sun
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ North Bank @ North Bank Habitat
Dec 15 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail  ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.

Dec
17
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
Dec 17 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Jan
1
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
Jan 1 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

Jan
9
Thu
Roseburg Or Line Dancing @ Workmans @ Workmans Bar
Jan 9 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dust yer boots off and join us for line dancing at Workmans bar and grill. No experience necessary they provide instruction and teach two dances. Dancing starts at 7 pm but we are meeting at 6 to get food and drink

Jan
13
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
Jan 13 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events

 

Jan
19
Sun
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ North Bank @ North Bank Habitat
Jan 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail  ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.

Jan
21
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
Jan 21 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Feb
5
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
Feb 5 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

Feb
10
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
Feb 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events

 

Feb
13
Thu
Roseburg Or Line Dancing @ Workmans @ Workmans Bar
Feb 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dust yer boots off and join us for line dancing at Workmans bar and grill. No experience necessary they provide instruction and teach two dances. Dancing starts at 7 pm but we are meeting at 6 to get food and drink

Feb
16
Sun
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ North Bank @ North Bank Habitat
Feb 16 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail  ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.

Feb
18
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
Feb 18 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Mar
5
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
Mar 5 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

Mar
10
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
Mar 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events

 

Mar
13
Thu
Roseburg Or Line Dancing @ Workmans @ Workmans Bar
Mar 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dust yer boots off and join us for line dancing at Workmans bar and grill. No experience necessary they provide instruction and teach two dances. Dancing starts at 7 pm but we are meeting at 6 to get food and drink

Mar
16
Sun
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ North Bank @ North Bank Habitat
Mar 16 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail  ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.

Mar
18
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
Mar 18 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Apr
2
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
Apr 2 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

Apr
10
Thu
Roseburg Or Line Dancing @ Workmans @ Workmans Bar
Apr 10 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dust yer boots off and join us for line dancing at Workmans bar and grill. No experience necessary they provide instruction and teach two dances. Dancing starts at 7 pm but we are meeting at 6 to get food and drink

Apr
14
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
Apr 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events

 

Apr
15
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
Apr 15 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Apr
20
Sun
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ North Bank @ North Bank Habitat
Apr 20 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail  ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.

May
7
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
May 7 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

May
8
Thu
Roseburg Or Line Dancing @ Workmans @ Workmans Bar
May 8 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dust yer boots off and join us for line dancing at Workmans bar and grill. No experience necessary they provide instruction and teach two dances. Dancing starts at 7 pm but we are meeting at 6 to get food and drink

May
12
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
May 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events

 

May
18
Sun
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ North Bank @ North Bank Habitat
May 18 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail  ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.

May
20
Tue
Roseburg Or Trail ride @ Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Kanipe Trail head
May 20 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will be riding Mildred Kanipe trails monthly. Meeting at the trail head at 4 PM and heading out at from there. Beautiful trails with plenty of shade

Jun
4
Wed
Roseburg Or Attending the DCMP meeting @ douglas county fairgrounds
Jun 4 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.

Jun
9
Mon
Roseburg Or Round Up @ Carlos Mexican restaurant
Jun 9 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

😎Come see what all the fun is about 🎈

We will discuss upcoming events and play some games. Discuss upcoming events