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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
20
Thu
Ball Ground Ga Extreme Mustang Makeover
Jun 20 – Jun 22 all-day
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
30
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Jokers Wild Poker Ride @ TE Ranch
Jun 30 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Come on out for the 24th Annual Oregon Equestrian Trails Mid-Valley Chapter Poker Ride.

Directions: North on 9th St, go 1 mile, Left on Heritage Hills Rd, then follow the signs to TE Ranch.

$10 per hand or 3 hand for $20 (minimum one hand per rider)
Minors (under 18 yrs old) need a parent or guardian signature.

First rider out 9 am * Last rider out 12 pm * Awards at 2: 30 PM
NO DOGS PLEASE!

Food will be available for purchase from J&C BBQ.

For more information, please call Meg 541.609.1075 or email PokerRideInfo@gmail.com

Jul
6
Sat
Rochester,WA Competitive Mounted Orienteering
Jul 6 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come join us for a fun day of being introduced to Competitive Mounted Orienteering! Kathy is very graciously donating her expertise and time to help us gain a peek into this fun event!

There will be a 2 hour basic reading, navigating, etc.

Short lunch break

Then we saddle up and head out into the woods to navigate and find 4 plates!

What to bring: Your own lunch, drink and a horse. Yeehaw!

Kathy wants to provide us insight into this fun sport. You can ride as a team or individually and compete through the year if you desire.

Please do RSVP by June 30th to Kathy so she will have a head count. Currently, there is no limit to the number of riders, but as she gets an idea of how long the list may be, there may be a waitlist needed. So check in with her early!

You may also reach out to me, Kasey Omon, by text 360-561-3773 and I can get you in touch with Kathy also.

Jul
14
Sun
Estacada, OR -Attending Clackamas County Sheriff’s Posse Raffle Ride @ Beavercreek
Jul 14 @ 9:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Clackamas County Sheriff’s Posse Annual Raffle Ride – July 14th.

First riders out at 9am ; Last riders out at 11am.

Grand Prize is $200

Additional prizes -Must be present to win.

Cost $30 per rider, kids under 10yrs is $10 (includes ride, one raffle ticket, and lunch)

There is a new parking area this year, just down the road from last year’s location. “We have updated the ride so you will not have to ride on logging roads and will stay in beautiful forest and fields.”

No smoking, No alcohol, No stallions, foals, or dogs.

Horse shoes are highly recommended.

RSVP is preferred: [email protected] or 503-780-4622

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!

Salem, OR to Attend Poker Ride @ Milo McIver State Park
Jul 20 @ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Register now for our July 20th Ride to Provide Poker Ride!
The ride will be held at the Milo McIver State Park, but because the State Park System no longer allows the exchange of money on park property, everyone must pre-register to participate.
You may register up to the day of, but if you register prior to July 15th, you will receive an extra poker hand.
Jul
22
Mon
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.

Aug
4
Sun
Farmersville TX @ TAMU College Station – Ranch Horse Short Course Program @ TAMU Hildebrand Equine Complex
Aug 4 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Agenda is pending, but WE ARE GOING!!  We missed this last year, but gathered so much good information in 2022.  Within TAMU Beef Cattle Program, they also offer this one day Seminar to provide a variety of Ranch Horse related care and management information and advice.  You will not be disappointed.  Plan to drive in and join us!!  More information on the final Agenda will be provided soon.  Use the link below to Register:

Personal Information – 2024 Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course (cvent.com)

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
11
Sun
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
25
Sun
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
31
Sat
Rock Springs WY SWC Patriots Poker Shoot Fundraiser @ Sweetwater County Shooting Range
Aug 31 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Registration begins at 9:00 AM
Shooting begins at 10:00 AM
Entry fees:
$15 for first hand
$10 for additional hands
Requirements:
-Cash only
-Bring your own pistol and ammo. (Pistols only please)
-Bring hearing protection
-Must be 18+ to participate
Prizes:
Top shooter will win Challenge Coin for bragging rights AND 25% of funds raised at event.
2nd & 3rd place will split the remaining 25% of the pot
Beneficiary:
Proceeds will go towards the purchase of a Stab Proof Vest that will be donated to the Rock Springs Police Department K-9 unit.
Competition to be held be at the Sweetwater County Sheriffs Shooting range, which is located directly south and next to the county range. There will be signs!

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Rock Springs, Wyoming
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
14
Sat
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.

Belfair WA Attending Working Equitation Clinic with Shelby Ahrens @ Anlan Cathal Ranch
Sep 14 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Clinic Fee: $200           Auditors: $20 per person payable upon arrival

Deposit of $100 non-refundable, due by midnight 8/30/24. Remainder $100 + $10 haul-in fee due upon arrival.

Payments through PayPal to [email protected]

10 rider maximum, trailer max size is 3-horse slant.

Bring your own lunch, light refreshments only provided.

No Shows will not be refunded.

Sep
15
Sun
Marysville, WA On the Ground or in the Saddle: Exploring the Connection @ Five Star Horsemanship
Sep 15 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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
21
Sat
Prineville Clippity Clop to Snip’em Off @ Cow Camp
Sep 21 – Sep 22 all-day

Annual trail ride fundraiser by Equine Community Resources to provide lost cost gelding assistance.  This event is our most fun ride of the year.  Beautiful/stunning views!!

Saturday is a 10-mile obstacle trail challenge with awesome prizes.  Sunday is an easy fun poker ride with many  more prizes.

BBQ  and raffles available both days.

Oct
13
Sun
Early, Texas Intro into Equine Bodywork Clinic @ Rockin Wild Ranch & Arena
Oct 13 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Early, Texas  Intro into Equine Bodywork clinic

 

clinic givin by

Clinicians :

Equine Unbound,

Chelse Freeman , CEMT

Animal Essential Health ,

Ruth Mitchell-Gollday, PT and Certified Aromatherapist

for more info and to sign up

please call

( 509) 929-6520

must bring neg coggins

 

 

Belfair, WA – Attending The Equine Neck Presentation by Sara Perkins, DVM @ Olalla Vineyard and Winery
Oct 13 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Hosted by The Lower Puget Sound Dressage Club. Please RSVP to Wendy Foss at 360-900-3396

Cost is free to LPSDC members, $15 to non-members

Dr. Perkins will present ECVM Demystified, with hands-on bone review of normal and abnormal necks.

Nov
16
Sat
Rochester, WA Intro to Cattle @ Flying M Stables, Olympia @ Flying M Stables
Nov 16 @ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Rochester, WA Chapter

Introduction to Cattle at Flying M Stables in Olympia, WA, put on by Tracking Y Ranch.

Limited to 20 Spots at $90 per person. Registration is required, non-refundable payment due at registration, (refundable if vendor cancels the event)

Registration closes the Friday a week prior to the Intro to Cattle event, a minimum of 10 riders is needed or date may be cancelled (there will be one event each month, November 2024 through April 2025!)

Check out Tracking Y Ranch or Flying M Stables Facebook pages for updates.

Horse/rider will gain experience of basic cattle maneuvering skills and sorting positions in the confines of a sorting pen. Great for horses and riders new to cattle work.

Please call or text April for registration and payment at 360-481-4366

Dec
14
Sat
Wylie, TX – Board & Brush cookie decorating @ Board & Brush - Rockwall
Dec 14 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come out and join us for some Christmas cookie decorating! We have a night reserved for our event. Bring your Christmas decorating ideas and lets have fun!

**Please contact Kat Silvia for the access code to reserve your spot.