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Apr
5
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
Apr 5 – Apr 7 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

Greenville, TX – CTCC 3rd Annual Spring Trail Ride @ Cross Trails Cowboy Church
Apr 5 @ 12:00 pm – Apr 7 @ 2:00 pm

Friday – Set up primitive camp at Church (Optional)

Saturday – Ride out 10:30 a.m. – Bring snacks

Meal provided by Church when done (approx. 3:00 p.m.)

Draw Pot Ranch Rodeo – 6:00 p.m.

Sunday – Church Service In Arena 8:45 a.m.

Negative Coggins required.

STEPHENVILLE TX – Get away weekend to Train Robber Ranch @ Train Robber Ranch
Apr 5 @ 1:00 pm – Apr 7 @ 2:00 pm

Weekend trip – get away.  Horses, games, food and fun.  Cost approx. $100 plus for the weekend.  Food and personals not included.

Abilene, TX- Fire Pit Friday @ Laura’s Place
Apr 5 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Let’s gather around the fire pit and catch up as good friends do. Bring a snack/dish to share and a blanket to cozy up with.

Apr
6
Sat
Forsyth GA Hawkinsville Harness Races @ Hawkinsville Harness Races
Apr 6 all-day

And we’re off….To the races that is!  The Hawkinsville Harness Races are held every year the first Saturday of April and for 2023 – that falls on April 1st.  There is a festival held in conjunction with the races.  Visitors can walk around and tour the racetrack area taking a look at the beautiful horses in their stalls, etc. or simply stay glued to their seats to watch every aspect of the races from start to finish!  We should probably be at the track around 10:00 and all sit together for the exciting races!  Let’s plan on taking a picnic lunch and eating at the track around 12:00.  We will have an early supper around 4:00 at the Hawkinsville Steak House after watching the races most of the day.  Think this will be a very enjoyable event for all ages!  It could be our own “Georgia Derby” with the big, beautiful hats and of course mint juleps or mimosas!  Who’s in?

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Midland, Tx- Broken Horn Sorting @ Broken Horn Arena
Apr 6 – Apr 7 all-day

Get ready to chase some cows in Midland!  Time and entry will be determined, but save the date.  The venue will be the Broken Horn in Midland.

Midlothian, TX: Ride at Lake Ray Roberts @ Lake Ray Roberts State Park
Apr 6 all-day

Details TBA

Rawlins Wyoming attending spring bazaar at the flame @ The Flame
Apr 6 all-day

Spring bazaar from 9-2 at the Flame on April 6

Spanaway, WA: Attending Battle of the Flatlands Endurance Ride
Apr 6 – Apr 7 all-day

Contact [email protected] for roster information.

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Spanaway, WA: Attending Flying M 2 Man Cattle Sorting (April) @ Flying M Stables
Apr 6 all-day
Benbrook, TX Obstacle Course @ Branded Cross Cowboy Church
Apr 6 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Come join us for the 1st Annual Obstacle course contest with Booths, tack swap, concessions, prizes, raffle and more. Registration starts at 8 AM Contest begins at 9 and goes till 5.  Should be a LOT of fun.

Abilene, TX San Angelo rodeo parade
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

https://www.sanangelorodeo.com/p/generalrodeo/parade

Collinwood, TN 2024 Mule Day Parade @ Rotary Park
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

We will be riding in the Mule Day Parade.  Meeting in Rotary Park and following the parade route.

Kanab, UT Mike Henrie Horsemanship Trail Clinic @ Red Desert Ranch
Apr 6 @ 10:00 am – Apr 7 @ 4:00 pm

MIKE HENRIE

HORSEMANSHIP

Trail Riding Clinic!!

RED DESERT RANCH

1600 Bryce Canyon Way
Kanab, Utah 84741

  • Learn skills that will greatly improve your trail riding experience
  • Improve your relationship

April and 7

2024

with your horse by becoming an effective

$200.00

leader.

deposit will

-Learn methods that

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will get your horse quiet and respectful out on

spot!!

8 spots

the trail

available!!

$400.00 for both days!

435-690-0220

Please Venmo Payment to:

Mike-henrie-1

Call or text

Wylie, TX Spring Playday Series @ 1219 Cattle Company
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am

1219 CATTLE COMPANY & 40 SOMETHING COWGIRLS, WYLIE PRESENTS 2024 SPRING PLAYDAY SERIES

Books open at 9AM Events begin at 10AM

Age groups: 6 & under, 7-12, 13-18, 19-39, 40 & over

Events: Poles, Straights Barrels, Cloverleaf Barrels, 2 Mystery Events

Playday series dates: March 2 & 16, April 6 & 27, May 11 & 25, June 15 & 29

High point buckles for each age group! **MUST ATTEND 6 OUT OF 8 TO QUALIFY.**

Cost: $10 an event or 5 for $40 cash or zelle

Come join us if you can!  We always have a wonderful time!

Plan to join us for lunch after the playday Keep an eye out on the calendar for the location.

Gainesville,TX Attending Celebration Of Life Trail Ride for Peggie Redhorse Kimberlins @ TADRA @ LBJ Grasslands
Apr 6 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

We’re honoring the life of a great Cowgirl. We’ll be having her favorite trail ride lunch after, bologna sandwiches. I think someone is smoking a bologna. So bring a potluck dish to share.

Ball Ground, Ga. Kennesaw Mountain Ride @ Kennsaw Mountain
Apr 6 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Join us for a five mile pony trek around Kolb’s Farm at Kennesaw Mountain to celebrate our April Birthdays (Judy and Cindy)   RSVP to Judy Henson so we know you’re joining.  There is a $5 national park fee for parking to be paid upon arrival (signs available).  Parking lot is

Forsyth GA Crazzy P Arena’s Pole & Barrel (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena's Pole & Barrel
Apr 6 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

 

Kings Mountain, NC Winery Visit @ Veronet Winery
Apr 6 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Visit to Veronet Winery 12:00-3:30 pm

1549 Ike Brooks Dr. Kings Mountain, NC

Escape from busy days to stunning vineyards, miles of beautiful views, acres of towering pines, and delicious wines; take a break, and make memory with us in the beauty of the Carolina landscape.

KINNEAR, WY Annual Easter Egg Hunt @ Marillyn's House
Apr 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Meet up at Marillyn’s house at noon and then we ride at 1pm.  We go on a trail ride to find hidden ribbons that you turn in for an Easter basket. Some ribbons may get you an additional prize or an “upgraded” Easter basket!!! Marillyn will have some snacks and beverages (of course, there will be jello shots and peeps shots!!!!!) It is $25 per participant to help cover some of the cost of the Easter basket items.  (You get a basket with more than $25 in value.)  This is just a fun ride and day, not an extensive trail ride. You basically ride until you find a ribbon or as long as you want. We then go to my neighbor’s house and he feeds us. I will have a “new” place to ride this year. Woohoo! Please RSVP to Marillyn by March 30th so she can have enough baskets prepared. Feel free to bring prospective members, family, or friends! “Rain date” make-up ride will be April 20th.

Wylie, TX Lunch Date @ The Local Fork
Apr 6 @ 3:00 pm

We always work up a huge appetite after working a fun Playday event so lets go grab a glass of sweet tea and some good ol’ country style cooked food at The Local Fork in Emory.  Even if you weren’t able to make the playday come join us!!

Apr
7
Sun
Spanaway, WA: Attending Flying M Intro to Cattle (April) @ Flying M Stables
Apr 7 all-day
Benbrook TX -Monthly Trail Ride @ Dutch Branch Park
Apr 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

We ride out promptly at 10am! Trailer parking behind the Benbrook Stables. turn on Stevens Road to access (right off 377-Dutch Branch Park entrance) then left on Lake Shore.

Lunch after at 3 Parrots. Dutch treat.

Kings Mountain, NC Day Ride @ Latta Plantation
Apr 7 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Latta Plantation Day Ride

6345 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078

No fee to ride cost; park at the old equestrian center, there are signs, they close after rains. 

No water or restrooms at trailer parking.

Shady trail side is mostly flat terrain and barefoot friendly. Prairie trail has bluestone rocks and mid sized round rocks, so boots or shoes recommended.

Midlothian, TX: Trip to Canton @ Canton 1st Monday
Apr 7 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Meet in Canton at 12:00. Need a ride?  Contact Tracy

Forsyth GA IBRA Monroe County Arena Poles & Barrels (See Details Below) @ Monroe County Arena
Apr 7 @ 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm

See details below:

Open photo

Benbrook TX Monthly Meeting @ 3 Parrots
Apr 7 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

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

Wylie, TX – attending Cowgirl Challenge @ Cooke County Cowboy Church
Apr 7 @ 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Hello Cowgirls!

Cowgirl Challenge Gainsville Texas is putting on another show in 2024!

There will be 4 events this season:

  • 1:1 Sorting
  • 1:1 Penning
  • Barrels
  • Timed Trail (Speed Trail)

*PRE ENTER ONLY!!

Age Divisions and entry fees (limited to 20 per group:

  • 17 & Under – $125.00
  • 18-39 – $175.00
  • 40 & over – $175.00

*Buckles to every age group*

Covered arena and concessions on site.

Contact R0chelle Rondy (989-763-3276) for more information

Here’s some answers to some common questions that may be asked:

Q. I’d like to come, can you put my name down?
A. I would love to, I can only hold you a spot with payment received. We are only taking 20 entries per age group. They are selling fast. PLEASE Pre Pay. https://venmo.com/Rochelle-Rondy
This will also help us have payback, prizes, and cattle numbers figured out ahead of time
Q. May I enter more than 1 horse?
A. We will allow more than one horse per rider. You have to ride the same horse for all 4 events.
Q. What time does it start?
A. 1 PM
Q. Are there refunds?
A. We will allow you to sell your paid spot. Just send us a text on the person’s name you sold it to. (Same age group is preferred)
Q. What is Speed Trail?
A. You will open a swinging gate, jump over a log, pull a rope tied to a log, run around a barrel, then out and shut the gate.
Q. I’ve never done this kind of thing before, can I compete?
A. Let’s do this together! We all support each other. Everyone that has called me has not done everyone of these events either.
Q.Will there be a dress code?
A. Boots are mandatory. We will be taking a lot of pictures, wear what you think looks best.
Q. Is sorting and penning one (1) woman?
A.Yes it is. For sorting -a number is called, you have to keep your good calf in that pen, sort as many wrong number cattle across the line as you can. If your good calf crosses the hole line, you are disqualified.
Penning- Number is called, you get that one number out, put it in a pen that is against the wall at the other end of the arena. 60 second time clock on each event.
Q. Are Coggins required?
A. Yes, All event participants at Cooke County Cowboy Church require a proof of coggins. If you have already shown them at an event there, you are good to go.
I hope this helps. Keep the questions coming. We love to hear from you. We are super excited to do something different. And GIRLS, you are going to LOVE the Western Themed prizes!
Enjoy your day!
Rochelle Rondy
989 763 3276
Salem, OR April Roundup Meeting @ Queen Amber's House
Apr 7 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Let’s get Together and Have Some Fun!

Social Hour at 1 PM.

Potluck and Meeting starts at 1:30 PM.

Bring Your Ideas of Some Fun Events!

Coahoma, Tx- Monthly Meeting at Judi’s @ Judi's house
Apr 7 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

We will have our Monthly meeting and discuss events for April and May. Bring all of your great ideas.

Wylie, TX – Cross Country Cowboy Church Play day practice @ Cross Country Cowboy Church
Apr 7 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

CROSS COUNTRY COWBOY CHURCH PRESENTS 2024 PLAY DAY BUCKLE SERIES!

**FREE ENTRY FOR THE EVENTS**

Concessions provided

**Call before you haul (903-243-1239) OR (903-348-1924)

**NEGATIE COGGINS REQUIRED**

$10 Exhibitions

  • Cloverleaf barrels
  • Poles
  • Hitch & Go

Age groups:

  • lead line (7&Under)
  • PeeWee (7&Under)
  • Junior (8-12)
  • Intermediate (13-17)
  • Adult (18-39)
  • Senior (40&Over)

**MUST participate in 7 of 10 dates in ALL events to be eligible for Buckles & prizes**

Series dates:

  • March 17th
  • April 7th
  • April 21st
  • May 5th
  • May 19th
  • June 2nd (alt)
  • September 8th
  • September 22nd
  • October 6th
  • October 20th
  • November 3rd
  • November 10th (alt)

 

Forsyth GA Dauset Trails Ride – Apr 7th (Sun) at 3:00 @ Dauset Trails
Apr 7 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come join us Apr 7th for hopefully a beautiful Sunday afternoon ride at Dauset Trails beginning at 3:00.  Hope all can make it!

 

Apr
8
Mon
Benbrook TX – Eclipse Party @ Casa de Smith
Apr 8 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Come watch the eclipse with us! We will have glasses, but if you have extras, please bring them. The eclipse will pass directly over Ennis!

byob and bring snacks to share!

Midlothian, TX: Eclipse Ride @ TBA
Apr 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Location TBA – wear eclipse glasses!

Apr
9
Tue
Walterboro SC – April Meet and Greet @ Thunderbolt Career and Tech Center
Apr 9 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

April monthly meeting.  Bring a covered dish to share, and your own beverage.  See you there!

Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 9 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Every Tuesday afternoon, 5pm until we’re done.  Come out and join us for open riding.  Games!  Polo!   Whatever else we can come up with.  Bring the family.  $5 per horse to be paid to Virgil.

Ball Ground Ga – Equestrian Book Club Meeting @ member private Residence
Apr 9 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us to discuss the book “In Search Of Peace: A Prequel to The Horses Know Trilogy.”  We will eat, drink, be merry and discuss the story at our lovely host’s home.  Contact host for more details

Neptune ,NJ Chapter Round Up @ Woody's Roadside
Apr 9 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Hello Cowgirls and Equestrians of all riding disciplines. Every 2nd Tuesday of each month we round up at Woody’s.We gather ideas on what to do with cowgirl friends with or without horses. Whether a member or not take a evening to round up with us to join and help plan some events as a group of cowgirls,maybe something you have in mind and always wanted to do…will be interesting and fun for all! Get the scoop on upcoming events!

 

We always include a door prize to one lucky participant!

 

21-30 Lil Sister Cowgirls

30+ True Surviving Cowgirls

We always invite and include your friends and cherished ones to all of our events!

Tenino, WA Monthly Meeting @ O'Blarneys @ theGibson House
Apr 9 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Come and join us and see what we are all about!!   We have a love of horse and local events..  You earn points by attending and at the end of the year you can earn awards!

If you have any questions you can email me at  TenioWA@40Somethingcowgirls

Apr
10
Wed
Belton SC Trail ride/Camp with LCSC at Wagoner SC @ Shulls Camp
Apr 10 – Apr 14 all-day

Come join the Laurens Club memorial for Mr Shull, spring ride. Primitive camping, generators allowed. Steak dinner on Saturday night with entertainment. Sandy road trails mostly. Come as Elizabeth Bigham’s guest for 25$. Please contact Libby (864) 9081717 before April 5th to reserve dinner. We’ll have a chili cook off Friday night.  T shirts available to buy at camp. Pens or high lines for horses. Negative coggins required.

Benbrook, TX Wednesday Ride @ Wyatt Ranch
Apr 10 @ 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.

Wylie, Tx – cloverleaf barrel pattern practice @ Ridin’ High Cowboy Church @ Ridin High Cowboy Church
Apr 10 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Come out and ride with us at Ridin’ High Cowboy Church! There will be poles and modified barrel pattern set up.

**No fee to ride but a donation is greatly appreciated**

Newberg, OR – Aprils Monthly Round-up Meeting @ Sharry's house
Apr 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly round-up meeting at Queen Sharry’s.  Meet and chat at 6:30pm meeting will start at 7:15pm

Benbrook TX – Participating in 2024 Virtual Tevis Cup Ride @ Virtual Ride
Apr 10 @ 9:09 pm – Jul 21 @ 10:09 pm

Time to start riding, cowgirls! We have a team for the 2024 Virtual Tevis Cup ! To get on the roster, we need your name, current 40SC member number and the bib number assigned to you through the sign up link below, in addition to the total mileage ridden. If you do not have a horse, you can also participate by walking/ running the 100 miles.
You can screen shot the app with your mileage, in addition to the sign up response with your bib number. There will be one roster for this event!

if you would like some support for your efforts, you are welcome to join the Benbrook Team! Team name “Fabulous Disasters” and the password is “Benbrook1”

https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=93635&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

Apr
11
Thu
Benbrook, TX Caney Mt Adventure @ Caney Mountain Horse Camp
Apr 11 @ 7:00 am – Apr 17 @ 8:00 am

Caney Mountain Horse Camp in approx an 8 hour drive from Fort Worth. There are numerous videos on YouTube featuring Caney Mountain and all that it has to offer.  It will be magnificent with all of the Spring foliage.  This is a great opportunity to challenge yourself and your mount.  They have guides and trails for all levels of riders.  YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN RESERVATIONS.   There is a restaurant at the camp. It is near Big Flat.  You will see a sign that says Leatherwood Wilderness and another sign that says 1118. Directions are on their website campsites are $30.00 per night no hook ups available generator only.   uncovered stalls are $10 per night covered are $20 Water is available and there is a bath house.

Wylie, TX – Cowgirl Breakfast @ Whataburger
Apr 11 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 am

Let’s meet for breakfast!

We all know that a good breakfast gets you energized for a long haul road trip! Park your truck & trailer at Bucee’s next door (they have HUGE parking lot) and come have your favorite Whataburger breakfast with us!

Franklin, NC – Nantahala Natl Forest Big Indian Trail @ Nantahala Forest
Apr 11 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Meet at Hurricane Creek Parking Area at 10am, and we will ride out across creek jump on Big Indian Trail. Bring your chainsaws and hand saws. This will be first ride since winter storms. Bring saddles with water and food.

Nantahala National Forest is off Hwy 64 Between Franklin and Hayesville. Contact Tammy for any questions

Wylie, TX Train Robber Ranch Retreat @ Train Robber Ranch
Apr 11 @ 12:00 pm – Apr 14 @ 1:00 pm

IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN!!!!

We are so excited to head out for our retreat at Train Robber Ranch for the 3rd year in a row!!  Wonderful time had for all!

Once we get closer to the date we will figure out a place to meet and caravan for those who want to. Otherwise, we will meet you all down there.

This is a private retreat with limited spots available so let us know if you are interested in joining us. We will be leaving on Thursday, April 11th to head down there and coming back on that Sunday. The cost will be divided between everyone who signs up to go.

We always plan meals for dinner so that everyone can pitch in and bring something. We will plan this as we get closer as well.

More info coming later.

 

Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Lee State Park
Apr 11 @ 1:00 pm – Apr 14 @ 2:00 pm

Lee State Park       Camp and Ride

487 Loop Rd., Bishopville, SC

Trails that run along the Lynches River. Sandy and flat terrain, no shoes nor boots necessary.  

Each campsite has two horse corrals, as well as power and water. There is a bath house in the campground as well.

For reservations:

https://reserve.southcarolinaparks.com/lee

 

Early, Texas Good Samaritan Fundraiser Soup Project @ Brownwood Coliseum
Apr 11 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Early, Texas. Annual Good Samaritan Soup Bowl Project

We will be attending the Good Samaritan annual fundraiser

Help fight  Hunger locally & globally. Dine on a simple meal of soup, bread dessert and water. Take home a hand painted ceramic bowl as a reminder of the fight against food insecurity and hunger in our area and around the world

admission is $15 per person