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Apr
9
Tue
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.

Apr
12
Fri
Forsyth GA Mingo Spring Ride Apr 12-14 2024 @ Mingo Trails
Apr 12 – Apr 14 all-day

Hope all can join us at Mingo Trails for a great “Spring” weekend!  No reservations, but first come – first serve!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

Apr
16
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 16 @ 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.

Apr
17
Wed
Forsyth GA Maynard’s Mill Trail Ride Apr 17th @ Maynard's Mill Farm
Apr 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

Come join us on Apr 17th (Wed Mid-Week Ride at 10) at Maynard’s Mill.  It is such a beautiful farm filled with beautiful trails.  Cost is $10.  Please be aware there are still two bridges out of commission, but many other trails to choose from.

 

Apr
18
Thu
Canceled Forsyth GA Roundup (Supper & Meeting) – Apr 18th at 6 at Mesquite Mexican Grill @ Mesquite Mexican Grill
Apr 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:15 pm
CANCELED!!!!  Please join us for our 2nd Roundup (Supper & Meeting) on Apr 18th (Thurs) at Mesquite Mexican Grill in Jackson on the Square beginning at 6:00.  Looking forward to seeing everybody as we’ve had a lot of ride cancellations due to rain 🙁 and it will be fun catching up 🙂 !
Kathy Piper/Queen/Forsyth Chapter of 40SC
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.

Apr
20
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Apr 20 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Forsyth GA Dauset Trails Ride along with Bluebirds & Bluegrass Festivities – Apr 20th (Sat) at 9:00 @ Dauset Trails
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come join us on Apr 20th for a Bluebird & Bluegrass Festival at Dauset Trails We’ll ride at 9:00, then afterwards, travel over to the main part of Dauset Trails and park our trailers to the left of the main entrance.  We can either bring our lunch or get us something from a food truck and all eat together in the picnic area and listen to some great blue grass music as we enjoy each other’s company.  All is free except food truck.  So, plan on joining us for some horse riding, good food, and some good boot stomping music for what’s sure to be a fun filled way to spend a Saturday with friends!

Mountain View Chapter – Flying V Sorting @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Come and join us for the last sorting of the series.

Mountain View, WY -Flying V sorting @ virgil indoor arena
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Ranch sorting – spectators free to come join and cheer on the riders!

$35 practice, $35 jackpot, $25 1 on 5 Fees

office opens at 9 practice starts at 10a. great place for beginners and non futurity horses

Apr
22
Mon
Mountain View Chapter – Monthly Roundup/Meeting @ Bridger Valley Senior Center
Apr 22 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting.  We will cover our topics, as well as the obstacle course information.

Apr
23
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 23 @ 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.

Apr
24
Wed
Forsyth GA Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Mid-Week Trail Ride Wed, Apr 24th at 10:00 @ Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center
Apr 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

Looking forward to riding on this beautiful 5.6 multi-use trail at Charlie Elliott on Wednesday, Apr 24th at 10:00.  Trail is a good one – where most riders can ride side by side.  Trails have been really cleaned out and updated!

Mountain View Chapter – Hat Decorating/Cowgirl Gathering @ Gold Buckle Sports Bar
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come and join us for a HAT DECORATING PARTY.  Put on by “Boss of the Plains”.  $50.00 deposit required one week before the event.  RSVP, head measurement/hat size and color preference needed.  This is for the 40SC and will also be open to the public.  You can also contact Mariah directly at Boss of the Plains, 801-616-1900.  Also check out their hats and decor at BossOfThePlains.store.

Apr
26
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
Apr 26 @ 5:00 pm – Apr 27 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

Apr
28
Sun
Forsyth GA Ride at Ocmulgee Bluffs on Apr 28th at 3:00 @ Ocmulgee Bluffs
Apr 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come join us at the Ocmulgee Bluffs for a Sunday afternoon ride beginning at 3:00 on Apr 28th.

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 and can park.

If you haven’t joined us in a while, please come on out for a good day to ride with some wonderful cowgirls!

Forsyth GA Ride at Ocmulgee Bluffs on Apr 28th at 3:00 @ Ocmulgee Bluffs
Apr 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come join us at the Ocmulgee Bluffs for a Sunday afternoon ride beginning at 3:00 on Apr 28th.

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 and can park.

If you haven’t joined us in a while, please come on out for a good day to ride with some wonderful cowgirls!

Apr
30
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 30 @ 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.

May
2
Thu
Forsyth GA Thursday Night Barrel Jackpot Barrel Racing @ Forsyth Arena
May 2 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Please see details below.

 

Open photo

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.

Forsyth GA Dauset Trails Ride May 4th (Sat) at 2:00 @ Dauset Trails
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come join us on May 4th at 2:00 at Dauset Trails.  Will be a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon on our horses with our friends!

May
5
Sun
Forsyth GA IBRA Monroe County Arena Poles & Barrels (See Details Below) @ Monroe County Arena
May 5 @ 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm

See details below:

Open photo

May
11
Sat
Forsyth GA Maynard’s Mill Trail Ride May 11th (Sat) Mother’s Day Weekend @ Maynard's Mill Farm
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come join us on May 11th (Sat Mother’s Day Weekend Ride) at 10 (Ride Out Time) 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.

 

May
12
Sun
Forsyth GA Council Arena Barrel Race (Milledgeville) @ Council Arena Barrel Race
May 12 @ 11:30 am – 10:00 pm

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

May
17
Fri
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
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

Forsyth GA Trail Ride at Forest Service Rd 1099 on May 18th (Sat) at 10:00 @ 1099 Trail at Ocmulgee Bluffs
May 18 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

We will be riding at 1099 (Part of Ocmulgee Bluffs) on Saturday, May 18th at 10:00.  Directions to 1099 are as follows:

From Monticello, Ga take Hwy 83 south towards Forsyth.  Travel approximately 12 1/2 miles.  At mile marker #2, slow down.  Note:  mile markers are on the left side of the road.  At the top of the hill, just before mile marker #1, take the gravel road (Forest Service Rd 1099) on the right.  There are two metal posts at the entrance, but no sign.  Will have our 40 Something Cowgirls Sign out by the road to help you know where to turn.  Go 1 mile and you will see a State Park sign on the left where you can park your trailer.  Primitive Camping is on the left and ride sides of the road as well.

From Forsyth, Ga (off I-75), take Hwy 83 North/East. Will reach a four-way stop at the intersection of Hwy 83 & Hwy 87.  Stay on Hwy 83.  Will cross some railroad tracks and the Ocmulgee River.  Once you’ve crossed the River, Forest Service Rd 1099 is the first road on the left at the crest of the hill right before a curve.  There are two metal posts at the entrance, but no sign.  Will have our 40 Something Cowgirls Sign out by the road to help you know where to turn.  Go 1 mile and you will see a State Park sign on the left where you can park your trailer.  Primitive Camping is on the left and right sides of the road as well.

From Jackson, Ga, take Highway 87/23 South and will come to a 4-way stop.  Turn left on to Highway 83 heading East.  Will cross some railroad tracks and the Ocmulgee River.  Once crossed the River, Forest Service Rd 1099 is the first road on the left at the crest of the hill right before a curve.  There are two metal posts at the entrance, but no sign.  Will have our 40 Something Cowgirls Sign out by the road to help you know where to turn.  Go 1 mile and you will see a State Park sign on the left where you can park your trailer.  Primitive Camping is on the left and right sides of the road as well.

Hope we have a good turn out and a fun and safe ride!

May
24
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
May 24 @ 5:00 pm – May 25 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

May
25
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
May 25 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Forsyth GA Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Saturday Trail Ride, May 25th at 10:00 @ Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come join us on May 25th at 10:00 over at Charlie Elliott for a beautiful ride on the 5.6 multi-use trail as we meander thru the beautiful woods, and remember those who gave it all so we could be free….Hope everyone has a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!

May
26
Sun
Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
May 26 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse

May
30
Thu
Forsyth GA Mid-Week Ride at Ocmulgee Bluffs on May 30th at 10:00 @ Ocmulgee Bluffs
May 30 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come join us at the Ocmulgee Bluffs for a mid-week morning ride on Thursday, May 30th at 10:00.

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 and can park.

If you haven’t joined us in a while, please come on out for a good day to ride with some wonderful cowgirls!

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.

Jun
2
Sun
Forsyth GA IBRA Monroe County Arena Poles & Barrels (See Details Below) @ Monroe County Arena
Jun 2 @ 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm

See details below:

Open photo

Jun
3
Mon
Green River, Wyoming – Wyoming High School State Finals Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arena
Jun 3 @ 8:00 am – Jun 8 @ 2:00 pm

Monday June 3rd – Queen Contest TBA

Tuesday June 4th – 8am 1st go Reined Cow Horse & Cutting  – indoor arena

3pm 2nd Go Reined Cow Horse & Cutting – indoor arena

Wednesday June 5th – 7am Final Go Reined Cow Horse & Cutting

10am 1st Go 1st Performance  Rodeo action – Main  Arena Grandstand

6pm 1st Go 2nd Performance Rodeo Action – Main Arena  Grandstand

Thursday June 6th – 9am 2nd Go 1st Performance Rodeo Action – Main Arena Grandstand

Noon – 4pm Shooting Sports – Shooting Range

6pm 2nd Go 2nd Performance – Main Arena Grandstand

Friday June 7th – 8:30am Queen Coronation  – Main Arena Grandstand

9:15am Grand Entry – Main Arena Grandstand

9:30am Qualifying Round Performance  – Main Arena Grandstand

Jun
6
Thu
Forsyth GA Thursday Night Barrel Jackpot Barrel Racing @ Forsyth Arena
Jun 6 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Please see details below.

 

Open photo

Jun
7
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Attending 36th Annual Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo @ Green River Arena
Jun 7 @ 6:00 pm – Jun 8 @ 10:00 pm

Kick summer off with an evening of rodeo action.  From the classic event of bareback riding, saddle bronc, the fan favorite of bull riding, the pretty gals and fast horses of barrel racing and all the timed events as well.

Gates open at 6pm and rodeo action kicks off at 7pm.

 

 

Jun
8
Sat
Forsyth GA GAHA Trail Ride on Jun 8th at 9:00 @ Ashland Farm
Jun 8 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Event by Georgia Arabian Horse Association

Please go to their facebook page for more information and click here to see their event…2024 GAHA Trail Ride | Facebook

 

Public Anyone on or off Facebook
More details to come!
Ride led by member Missy Snyder
www.georgia-arabian.com
Helmets required and current negative coggins required. All breeds welcome!
Jersey, Georgia
WHERE:  Ashland Farm
1541 Highway 138 (aka Walnut Ave), Walnut Grove, GA
Ashland is a 430 acre farm & nature sanctuary, with trails & riding facilities available to members.

Jun
21
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
Jun 21 @ 5:00 pm – Jun 22 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

Jun
22
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Jun 22 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
Jun 22 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse

Jul
7
Sun
Mountain View Chapter – Bear River Riders Summer Gymkhana Series @ Uinta County Fair Grounds
Jul 7 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

There is an annual membership fee.  $10 entry fee, per event.

Classes by age: Novice: Lead-Line, Novice: Walk-Trot (All Ages), Junior (11-13), Youth (14-17), Adult (18-39), Classics (40+).

To qualify for yearend awards, you need to be a member and must compete in a minimum of four (4) monthly events.

2024 Gymkhana schedule:

May 26th: Barrels, Poles & Slant

June 22nd: Barrels, Poles & Turn N’ Burn

July 7th: Barrels, Poles & Hourglass

August 10th: Barrels, Poles & Crazy 8

August 24th: Barrels, Poles & Scramble

September 14th: Barrels, Poles & Mountain Cow Horse

Jul
10
Wed
Green River, Wyoming – National High School Finals Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arena
Jul 10 @ 8:00 am – Jul 20 @ 7:00 pm

Come out and support all the contestants vying for a national title at the super bowl of High School rodeo.  Contestants will be from across the United States, 5 Canadian Provinces, Australia, Mexico, & New Zealand.  The rodeo will showcase rodeo athletes as they compete for national titles as well as scholarship over $375,00.

Along with the rodeo action there will be a trade show and food vendors.

Jul
11
Thu
Forsyth GA Thursday Night Barrel Jackpot Barrel Racing @ Forsyth Arena
Jul 11 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Please see details below.

Open photo

Jul
13
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Jul 13 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo

 

Jul
26
Fri
Forsyth GA RockN’5L Rodeo Co Youth Division (Cedartown) @ Crazzy P Arena
Jul 26 @ 5:00 pm – Jul 27 @ 6:00 pm

Please see details below.  Saturday dates 9 am

 Open photo

 

Green River, Wyoming – Attending Red Desert Roundup Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Main Grandstands
Jul 26 @ 6:00 pm – Jul 27 @ 10:30 pm

Enjoy rodeo action at the professional level at the Red Desert Roundup PRCA Rodeo.

From the classic events of Saddle Bronc , bareback, the fan favorite of bull riding, and the pretty girls & fast horses of barrel racing.  Don’t forget the classic timed events of team roping, steer wrestling, and calf roping.

Pre Show events may vary but they usually have mutton busting, teen cash scramble, and the adult cash scramble.

Jul
28
Sun
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Sweetwater/Daggett County Fair @ Sweetwater County Events Complex
Jul 28 @ 12:00 pm – Aug 4 @ 11:00 pm

 

 

Join in on the fun of the local county fair.  From livestock shows to fair food, exhibits, vendors, the carnival and concerts there is a little bit of something for everyone.

See y’all at the fair

Aug
3
Sat
Forsyth GA Lucky J Barrel Racing (Covington) @ The Newton County Agricultural Center
Aug 3 @ 8:30 am

Please see details below.

Open photo