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Mar
23
Sat
Mountain View, WY – Flying V sorting @ Virgil indoor areana
Mar 23 @ 9:00 am – 4:45 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

Gainesville, TX Trail Ride @ Hickory Creek WMA @ Hickory Creek WMA (4 Corners)
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Hickory Creek WMA is a beautifully rugged, fun place to ride. The trails are now well marked and clear. You DO need a conservation pass to ride there, unless you already have an OK hunting or fishing license.

Mar
26
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Mar 26 @ 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.

Mar
28
Thu
Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ 4B Farm and Campground
Mar 28 @ 1:00 pm – Mar 31 @ 12:00 pm

4B Farm and Campground   Camp and Ride

Located adjacent to the Uwharrie National Forest and at the Badin Lake Recreation Area. Miles of trails with minimal inclines. Some areas are rocky and roots. Boots or shoes recommended. 

Water/Power at each site. 

For reservations go to: https://4bfarmandcampground.com/

Mar
30
Sat
Farmersville TX @ East Texas Liberty Clinic @ Sherri Gerstenkorn Ranch
Mar 30 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Farmersville will be attending a Progressive Series of Liberty Training presented by East Texas Liberty and hosted by Sherri Gerstenkorn.  Each Clinic session is $150.  Audit is allowed at $50 per person and will give you a birds-eye perspective of the process!  If this is a success and more interest is created, Sherri may offer this Series on a Monthly basis in conjunction with East Texas Liberty.  Please feel free to contact Sherri!

Gainesville, TX Trail Maintenance @ Big Mineral @ Big Mineral Equestrian Camp
Mar 30 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Jump on your horse or mule and have some fun while also helping to maintain the trails at Big Mineral. Bring some loppers and a snack. Big Mineral is a pretty rugged ride with some fairly steep hills. Its not rocky though and your steed can go barefoot. Also, theres no fee to ride there.

Apr
2
Tue
Mountain View Chapter – Cowgirl Fun Days @ Virgil Peterson's Arena
Apr 2 @ 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
6
Sat
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.

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.

Apr
7
Sun
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.

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
11
Thu
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

 

Apr
12
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Apr 12 @ 5:00 pm – Apr 13 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Apr
13
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Wells Performance Horsemanship Cllinic @ Whispering Oaks Farm & Ranch
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

This is a focused Clinic for “Building Confidence Through Better Horsemanship”!  Nathan Wells will work you through some ground time and saddle time.  Requirements for this Clinic participation is the ability to walk, trot, and lope your horse.  His training will be improvements in horsemanship within each gate.  This will help the confidence of beginners as well as experienced rider!!  Limited space for six (6) riders.  Audit is $20 per person.  Sign up promptly at https://www.facebook.com/wellsperformancehorsemanhip

Gainesville, TX Ada Mule Sale @ Pontotoc County Agri-Plex
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday sale starts at 9 am with wagons, trailers, antiques, & farm equipment. Consignment mules start an hour after that. If anyone is interested in more, Thursday @ 4pm is a trail competition & Friday is the tack sale

Farmersville TX @ 2nd Annual Steaks On Main @ Fannin County Courthouse
Apr 13 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Another fantastic time together to watch a Rib-eye Cook-Off and enjoy a steak dinner!  “Be there, or be square!!”  Go to this link for Tickets:  Tickets – Steaks On Main

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.

Kings Mountain, NC Round Up @ Pleasant City Wood Fired Grill
Apr 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Join us for a Round Up, bring yourself and friends to eat, socialize and discuss how our year is going.

Wonderful chance to gather with your fellow cowgirls!! This is a great time to bring a guest to see what we are all about.

These roundups give us a chance to share new ideas for events and review what we’ve done so far.

 

Apr
18
Thu
Farmersville TX @ Monthly Roundup Meeting @ Soulman's BBQ
Apr 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Make plans now on your busy calendar to join our Monthly Roundup Meet & Greet!!   Join us for another evening of planning and camaraderie. You know it will be a great time with Great Friends… we will have lots of laughs, regardless.  Bring your new ideas and questions.  Invite a Horse Friend!!

Apr
19
Fri
Gainesville, TX Monthly Roundup @ Villa Grande Mexican Restaurant
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Its roundup time again ladies! Join us for dinner, drinks, merry making, shenanigan planning and discussing all things equine.

Apr
20
Sat
Farmersville TX – Arena Fun Day @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena
Apr 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!

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
21
Sun
Gainesville, TX Dogwood Bloom Trail Ride @ Caddo Grasslands @ Bois D'Arc Trailhead @ Caddo Grasslands
Apr 21 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

The dogwoods are blooming at Caddo Grasslands!! #1, its a lovely time to ride at Caddo AND did I mention the dogwoods? #2, If you wait too long to go ride out there, when it gets hot, the horse flies get vicious. So come enjoy the Grasslands now while its beautiful.

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
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
25
Thu
Farmersville TX Retreat @ Lazy TK Ranch @ Lazy TK Ranch
Apr 25 – Apr 29 all-day

This will be our largest Retreat since formation!  Our fledgling Chapter has taken off and grown rapidly in the last year.  We are looking forward to celebrating that accomplishment and getting to know each other better in the best environment we have to offer.  Watch for our report and pictures!!

Farmersville TX @ Shopping Convoy Road Trip @ Fox Fuel
Apr 25 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Farmersville Cowgirls have finalized their meet-up destination for fueling up, getting breakfast and snacks, and beginning our convoy road trip.  We will be stopping to shop at Teskey’s in Weatherford for a couple hours, and then driving on to our destination at the Lazy TK Ranch in Breckenridge.  Please pray for our safe and UN-eventful travels!!

Farmersville TX @ Shopping Convoy Road Trip @ Fox Fuel
Apr 25 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Farmersville Cowgirls have finalized their meet-up destination for fueling up, getting breakfast and snacks, and beginning our convoy road trip.  We will be stopping to shop at Teskey’s in Weatherford for a couple hours, and then driving on to our destination at the Lazy TK Ranch in Breckenridge.  Please pray for our safe and UN-eventful travels!!

Apr
27
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Wylie 40 Something Spring Playday Series @ 1219 Cattle Company
Apr 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

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

Books open at 9AM, Events begin at 10AM.  Age groups are 6 & Under, 7-12, 13-18, 19-39, 40 & Over.  Classes include Poles, Straighaway Barrels, Cloverleaf Barrels, plus 2 Mystery Classes.

Playday Series dates include March 2 & 16, April 6 & 27, May 11 & 25, and June 15 & 29.  High point Buckles will be given for each age group!  **MUST ATTEND 6 OUT OF 8 PLAYDAYS IN THE SERIES TO QUALIFY FOR END OF SERIES AWARDS.**

Cost is $10 per Class or $40 for 5 Classes.  Payment due in Cash or Zelle.

Kings Mountain, NC Photoshoot @ Judi Vogt’s- Kingsfoil Farm
Apr 27 @ 11:00 am – 6:30 pm

Limited to members only at this time. April Lizzy will photograph your horse with a $50 non-refundable deposit to secure your session.

Contact Joelle for a time slot and to pay.

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
1
Wed
Kings Mountain, NC Day Ride @ Woods Ferry Recreational Area
May 1 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Woods Ferry Recreational Area    Day Ride 

Meet at 9:30, ride out by 10:00. 

TrailHead is easiest found by putting Buck’s Grave Road, Chester, SC in your GPS. You will take Woods Ferry Road to get to Buck’s Grave Rd. This will take you to the gravel road that goes to the trailhead. No restroom nor water at trailhead. 

Located in western Chester County, lies within a beautiful wooded floodplain surrounded by upland pine woods and maturing hardwood forests. Some hills and a few rocky/rooty areas. Boots or shoes recommended.

May
3
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Romals and Reins Ranch Showdown @ NRS Event Center
May 3 @ 7:00 am – May 5 @ 6:00 pm

Farmersville Chapter will be attending the Ultimate Ranch Show offering:  AQHA Versatility. APHA Ranch Classes, and ApHC Ranch Classes!  Please join us to cheer on our individual Members as well as to audit and learn more about all classes.  RV hookups are available.  Contact them at 940-627-3949.

May
10
Fri
Farmersville TX @ OK Amateur Quarter Horse Assoc VRH Show @ Fred Williams Arena
May 10 @ 4:00 pm – May 12 @ 11:30 am

Come join us May 10th and 11th at Connors State College’s Fred Williams Arena in Warner, OK, for their First Annual OAQHA VRH Show!!!  They will have all VRH Classes along with Special Event Ranch Riding and Ranch Trail.  A few of our Members will be competing and others will be cheering them on!  Make your reservations now.  Showbill can be found at this Link… https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=801396158698677&set=pcb.801396792031947

Farmersville TX @ Hunt County Horseman’s Association Show @ Hopkins County Civic Center
May 10 @ 5:00 pm – May 11 @ 9:00 pm

A few Cowgirls just might be found here getting in some good Ranch Riding, Trail and Rail work!!  Come out and join us!  There are lots of entry level and advanced level Classes.  You must compete in at least 5 of the 8 Shows to earn point placings for the Year-End Awards!

Showbill link… https://huntcountyhorse.com/forms/showbill.pdf

 

Gainesville, TX Monthly Roundup @ NETX Horse Sale Preview @ Jared Lesch Cowhorses
May 10 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Its Roundup time! This month we’re meeting at the NETX horse sale at Jared Lesch. Friday is the sale preview. There will be live music, Complimentary cookout, Vendors, and more! Lets meet up, Look at some pretty horses, and maybe plan some stuff!

May
11
Sat
Gainesville, TX Attending Annual Era Masonic Trail Ride @ G-C Ranch
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come join us, Saturday, May 4, 2024 on our Trail Ride. This beautiful ride is in the area of the historic
“Chisholm Trail” on the G-C Ranch. The ride starts at 10:00 A.M. sharp. Lunch is provided, drinks
will be furnished. Porta Privies will be available.

It is recommended the horses be shod for this ride.
Negative Coggins required-no exceptions. Cost is $30 for adults, $10 for students, and kids under 12 are free.

Kings Mountain, NC Obstacle Play Day @ Judi Vogt’s Home
May 11 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Obstacle Play Day at Judi Vogt’s farm located at 105 Tibor Drive, Kings Mountain, NC. Drive all the way to the end of the black top road. You will go through an open iron gate and see the arena, barn and parking on your left. 

This event is from 11:00 – 2:00 and is no charge but donations are appreciated for our charity for 2024. 

Obstacle play days are a great time to expose your horse and maybe you, to things you’ve not experienced. You will go at your own pace and ask for help from your peers at anytime. We are all happy to help! 

We have had a great turnout in the past for play days, so to ensure we have enough parking for everyone, try to carpool if possible. Also, RSVP on the event, as we will keep a list of attendees and may have to limit our numbers. 

May
15
Wed
Mountain View Chapter – Annual Obstacle Course @ Cedar Mountain Road, south of Mountain View, WY
May 15 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

The Mountain View Chapter of the 40 Something Cowgirls

is proud to host the 5th Annual

Bridger Valley Obstacle Course Challenge

County Road 254, mile post 108, Cedar Mountain Road

41.23756˚N, 110.20810˚W

This will be a day filled with fun obstacles, horsemanship and friendships, old and new.  Buckles and other prizes awarded.

Signups start at 9am.  The event begins at 10am.  $50.00 entry fee.  Divisions via age and experience.

May
16
Thu
Farmersville TX @ Monthly Roundup Meeting @ Charlie's Old Fashioned Kitchen
May 16 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Make plans now on your busy calendar to join our Monthly Roundup Meet & Greet!!   Join us for another evening of planning and camaraderie. You know it will be a great time with Great Friends… we will have lots of laughs, regardless.  Bring your new ideas and questions.  Invite a Horse Friend!!

May
18
Sat
Farmersville TX – Arena Fun Day @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena @ Ridin High Cowboy Church Arena
May 18 @ 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!

Farmersville TX @ Wells Performance Ranch Trail Clinic @ Whispering Oaks Farm & Ranch
May 18 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

This is a focused Clinic for Ranch Trail obstacles goal and execution!  Nathan Wells will work you through some ground time and saddle time.  Requirements for this Clinic participation is the ability to walk, trot, and lope your horse.  His training will be provide a breakdown of each obstacle and the best approach to the completed pattern.  This will help the confidence of beginners as well as experienced rider!!  Limited space for six (6) riders.  Audit is $20 per person.  Sign up promptly by calling Nathan Wells 903-440-3630, or at https://www.facebook.com/wellsperformancehorsemanhip

Farmersville TX @ Round Em Up Cowboy Church Obstacle Course @ Round'Em Up Cowboy Church
May 18 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come out and participate or support!!!  Multiple age brackets with 80% Payout for the Open!  Sign-up begins at 4:00pm with course competition beginning at 5:00pm.  Contact Linda Deas at #903-335-9141 for more information.

May
19
Sun
Farmersville TX @ East Texas Liberty Clinic @ Sherri Gerstenkorn Ranch
May 19 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Farmersville will be attending The 2nd Event in a Progressive Series of Liberty Training presented by East Texas Liberty and hosted by Sherri Gerstenkorn.  Each Clinic session is $150.  Audit is allowed at $50 per person and will give you a birds-eye perspective of the process!  If this is a success and more interest is created, Sherri may offer this Series on a Monthly basis in conjunction with East Texas Liberty.  Please feel free to contact Sherri!

May
23
Thu
Mountain View Chapter – Monthly Roundup & Awards Party @ Badlands Bowling Alley
May 23 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come and join us for the 2023 awards presentation, pizza, and bowling.  Badlands Bowling Alley.  We will supply the pizza and soda.  Bowling at your expense.

May
24
Fri
Farmersville TX @ 6RS Ranch Trail Ride @ 6RS Ranch
May 24 – May 26 all-day

Again, Linda Deas will be leading our Posse through her familiar trails and offering a great weekend!  Make your reservations NOW… there are only 12 spots with electric hook-up!  Call this number at 6RS for info 903-388-0439.

May
25
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Wylie 40 Something Spring Playday Series @ 1219 Cattle Company
May 25 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

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

Books open at 9AM, Events begin at 10AM.  Age groups are 6 & Under, 7-12, 13-18, 19-39, 40 & Over.  Classes include Poles, Straighaway Barrels, Cloverleaf Barrels, plus 2 Mystery Classes.

Playday Series dates include March 2 & 16, April 6 & 27, May 11 & 25, and June 15 & 29.  High point Buckles will be given for each age group!  **MUST ATTEND 6 OUT OF 8 PLAYDAYS IN THE SERIES TO QUALIFY FOR END OF SERIES AWARDS.**

Cost is $10 per Class or $40 for 5 Classes.  Payment due in Cash or Zelle.

Gainesville, TX Hickory Creek Trail Work Day @ Hickory Creek WMA (4 Corners)
May 25 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Trail maintenance at Hickory Creek. Bring some loppers, something to drink and a snack and be ready to ride out at about 9 am to clear up some trails. Hickory Creek is a FUN place to ride and made even better, now that we have some marked trails. You’ll need an OK Conservation pass to ride there.