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Meet at Whetstone parking area at 10:30, we’ll saddle up ride out to Adeline and possibly cross river if super low, if not we’ll make loop and go out through Spring house, climb the ridge and head back to parking area. 5 to 6 hr ride so bring food, lunch, snacks, and a lot of water. Trails are easy to moderate in difficulty.
Call or message me or Lynda Palmet for info.
Meet at Whetstone Parking lot at 10:30, we’ll cross the river at Earls Ford into Georgia and ride entire big loop on Georgia side. We’ll follow river trail from Adeline and back down to Earls for crossing back over river back into South Carolina and back to parking area. Bring tons of snacks, lunch, and water. Shoes recommended on Ga side, trails are easy to moderate difficulty.
Call me or Lynda for Info
Come enjoy dinner and a movie with your friends!
Cowgirl Meghan is moving back to Florida. Join us to give her a proper send off. Bring your favorite dish and/or beverage.
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
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!
Come enjoy a fun trail ride with us.
– Listed Top 5 Flea Market in USA by Flea Market Décor magazine!
– Listed top traveling market in USA by Flea Market Style magazine!
Friday (April 12th) 4pm-9pm
– First Pick – 4pm entry ($20)
– Early Bird – 6pm entry ($15)
– Tickets good for both days
Saturday (April 13th) 9am-10am
– 9am entry ($12)
– Enter 1hr before GA
Saturday (April 13th) 10am-4pm ($10)
– Enter anytime after 10am
*12 and under is free
First schooling show of the year to be offered by the Franklin County Saddle Club. Check out our show schedule page for show bill and entry forms to be uploaded after final approval from Show Committee in January
2024 FCSC Schooling Show – Franklin County Saddle Club
2024 SCHOOLING SHOWS
2801 N. Road 60, Pasco, Washington
First schooling show of the year to be offered by the Franklin County Saddle Club. Check out our show schedule page for show bill and entry forms to be uploaded after final approval from Show Committee in January.
Robbinsville Community Coggins clinic for Graham and surrounding counties. Dr. Jessica Scruggs, DVM will provide services. cowgirls will assistance horse owners and Dr. Jessica. We provide all advertising, forms, chairs, canopies, and tables, and will assist with paperwork and handling of horses. Bring your big trailers for comfort and bathroom facilities. This is another community volunteer project so I hope all you cowgirls can come. Please wear your Cowgirls shirts or pink shirts to represent out 40SC chapter
This clinic will be in a large parking lot at Midway Tire and Automotive 185 Sweetwater Rd, Robbinsville, NC
We will meet at Hot Spot in Franklin or New Ingles and convoy over the mountains.
Please contact me or Lynda for details
Must sign up for a two-hour time slot when registering: 10-12, 12-2, 2-4
Pay via Venmo (@flyingmstables), cash, or check.
Fee includes use of the outdoor arena and track, weather permitting
The Old Sorehead Trade Days is an opportunity to shop dozens of local vendors.
ALL ABOARD!!
Let somebody else take care of the cooking with this 2.5 hour ride and delicious brunch buffet.
Ticket includes, brunch buffet, coffee, water, hot tea.
Adults = $62 / Seniors = $54
They have a bar car that houses a full bar to serve up craft beer, mimosas, bloody marys and so much more.
They will run this ride rain or shine, please come dressed for the weather.
Train leaves at 10 am – Plan to arrive no later than 9:30 AM!
If you are wanting to purchase tickets please go to: Upcoming Rides – Santiam Excursion Trains (santiamexcursions.com) and purchase for the date listed on this event. When you get towards to end of checking out there will be an option to put in if you would like to be put with another group. Please put 40 Something Cowgirls in that spot so we can all sit together.
If you have any questions or get confused when purchasing tickets please reach out to Angie Vachter, 503.510.2576 and she can help you purchase.
Meet at Hurricane Creek campground – we will ride up to Albert Mountain.Bring lunch, snack and drinks, don’t forget bring collapsible bowl & water for dogs & horses. Trail dogs allowed, easy to moderate trail because of altitude changes. Footing firm packed old forest road
Macon County Horse Association meeting. The general meeting begins at 7 pm, all cowgirl members will meet at the Alumni building
If you would like to check this store out with Marla you can meet up with her on Thursday, April 18, at 11 am at AJ’s, 22525 SW Stafford Rd, Tualatin. Driveway is on Shatz. You can carpool or caravan from there.
Just in time for your show season! Please join for an educational seminar on Safety and Preparation for Horse Shows.
Chris Wickliffe, DVM, will explain the importance of being prepared and safe during your horse shows, and how to ensure a good experience for both rider and horse.
Look forward to learning:
- Things you can do to ensure your horse will be protected against diseases
- Precautions you can take to avoid injury to your horse with travel and exercise
- A mental check list of all things you should be checking and preparing before travel
- Much more!
This seminar is not limited to those in more competitive show rings! It offers valuable information to anyone who takes trip with their horses (trail riding, camping, OHSET, 4H)
** They are offering FREE admission to members of OHSET and 4H! **
Dinner will be provided, courtesy of Boehringer Ingelheim
Can’t wait to see you there!
FRANKLIN COUNTY SADDLE CLUB
2801 Road 60 Pasco, WA 99301
Saturday, April 20, 2024 – Sunday, April 21, 2024
| Date | Type | Name | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat – 04/20 | IH | FCSC Spring Challenge #1 |  $24 – $44 |
Kathy Lepore |
| Sat – 04/20 | OC | FCSC Spring Challenge #2 | $24 – $44 |
Kathy Lepore |
| Sun – 04/21 | OC | FCSC Spring Challenge #3 | $24 – $44 |
Kathy Lepore |
Online registration closes Thursday, April 18, 7:00pm, PST
ABOUT THE VENUE
Franklin County Saddle Club has 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
We hope you’ll join us at the beautiful Franklin County Saddle Club for a fun weekend!
- Friday afternoon, the show office will be available for early check in.
- Saturday morning we will have an In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.
- Saturday afternoon we will have a 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.
- Saturday night, we hope you’ll join us for a fun potluck. The Saddle Club will supply the main dish, please bring a favorite side dish or dessert.
- On Sunday, we will have an 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
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.
We are also looking on getting food onsite. Competitors will be updated closer to the event. On Saturday, there will be a potluck. We hope you’ll join us.
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!
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.
Franklin County Saddle Club
2801 Road 60
Pasco, WA 99301
Event Host Directions:
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.
For Sunday: Directions to the Richland Horse Park will be emailed to you.
AGENDA
| Friday | |
| 4-5pm | Early Check in is available |
| SATURDAY – In Hand and Mounted Obstacle Course | |
| 7-8:15pm | New arrival Check In |
| 7:30am | Judge Meeting |
| 8:30am | Rider Meeting |
| 9:30am | First Handlers out on the course |
| Lunch | after your ride |
| Mounted | Mounted Trail Challenge will begin 45 minutes after last handler finished |
| Awards | Judge Shout Outs and Awards after scores are input. Listen for horn. |
| 6ishpm | Pot Luck! |
| SUNDAY Mounted Obstacle Course | |
| 7-8:15 | New arrival check in |
| 7:30am | Judge Meeting |
| 08:30 | Rider Meeting |
| 9:30am | First riders out on the course |
| Lunch | On your own |
| Awards | Judge Shout Outs and Awards after scores are input. Listen for horn |
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 |
Meeting at the Alumni Building before we start coggins clinic over at Fairgrounds. Please bring your suggestions and ideas for rides, camping trips, summer horse swimming, and Christmas parties. I truly want to set up a Christmas gathering date at this meeting. And I want to discuss the amazing success our chapter has had and the positive impacts we are making in our community.
Every 3rd Saturday Meet up at WE Johnson Park for a nice Ride.
Foot in Stirup at 10 am
Macon County Horse Association Spring Fun Show. 10 a.m. at Fairgrounds. There will be all the normal fun show activities plus speed events. Come out and play with your horses and challenge yourself with these fun games. There will be a concession stand with food & drinks so remember to bring cash. I would suggest lawn chairs, coolers with water & drink, snacks, and plenty of stuffed hay bags. You can even bring pop-up shade tents.. contact me or Lynda for info and/or directions. If you need a ride and pick up your horse let us know.
Mark your calendar for the 37th Annual Oregon Ag Fest, April 27-28 at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem, OR.
Over 30 interactive activities for kids as well as a petting zoo, equipment display, tradeshow and pony rides (free of charge).
This year, parking is free and admission is $15. Kids 15 & under get FREE admission!
Come have breakfast with us!
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
8am – 5pm – Western Artisan classes begin (pre-registration required)
*Click Location for Directions
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Friday, May 3, 2024
9 am – Trade Show Opens (Main Hall of Convention Center)
9 am – Stock Dog Demonstration – Derek Westover (Grass West of Pavilion)
10 am – Preview of Western Select Ranch Horses, Ranch Horse
Competition & Preview Working Stock Dogs, Stock Dog
Championship (Pavilion)
12 pm – 3 pm – Western Artistry Live Contests (Main Hall of Convention Center)
5 pm – Pavilion Doors open
6:30 pm – Ranch Rodeo/Stock Saddle Bronc – Round 1 (Pavilion)
7 pm – Convention Center Closes
Saturday, May 4, 2024
8 am – Doors open and Concessions open
9 am – Trade Show & Western Artistry Show & Sale
9 am – Stock Dog Demonstration – Derek Westover (Grass West of Pavilion)
10 am – Preview Working Stock Dogs & Select Ranch Horses;
Ranch Horse & Working Stock Dog Championship (Pavilion)
11 am – PCB BBQ Challenge Beer Garden & Food Open
11 am – Ticket Sales for PCB BBQ Challenge People’s Choice on sale
2:30 pm – Opening ceremony, pledge of allegiance, Pre-auction
Awards, introductions, and scholarship presentation, Legacy award
3 pm – Western Select Ranch Horse and Working Stock Dog Sale
Auction begins – Intro Champion Horse and Dog – pictures
5 pm – Pavilion doors open, tickets on sale at door
5 pm – PCB Buckaroo BBQ awards presentation (East Parking Lot)
6:30 pm – Ranch Rodeo & Stock Saddle Bronc-Round 2 (Pavilion)
9 pm – Band
They have assembled one of the best lineups of vintage, bespoke, handmade and antique dealers in the PNW! Mark your calendars, grab your buds and make a plan to join us for 2 1/2 days of shopping, food and fun on historic grounds in Turner, OR . Can’t wait to see you. www.thefarmhouseshow.com
Saturday May 4th, 9am-4pm
ABOUT THE VENUE
Umatilla Sage Riders is conveniently located on Hwy 395 near Hermiston, Oregon close to the majestic Columbia River and the site of the Lewis and Clark Trail. Umatilla Sage Riders has a clubhouse, arena and trail course on site. Dry camping is available and you may bring your own pen or containment system.
The clubhouse kitchen will be open for light breakfast items and lunch.
A potluck is planned for Saturday evening.
EVENT DETAILS
Friday evening will be a fun Extreme Cowboy Trail Challenge sponsored by Umatilla Sage Riders. It will be set up so everyone will enjoy the competition. This is not an Equine Trail Sports event and scores will not go towards National or Regional events.
Saturday 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.
Sunday In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.
Sunday 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
Arena sand, rocks, grass. Barefoot friendly .
MEALS
Friday evening on your own.
Saturday light breakfast items lunch and beverages available for purchase at clubhouse
Saturday evening bring a dish to share. Potluck will be in the clubhouse
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!
Weekend High Point awards for each bracket.
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. There will be a $10 a day haul in fee for anyone not camping.
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Friday evening will be a fun Extreme Cowboy Trail Challenge sponsored by Umatilla Sage Riders. It will be set up as a 4D race with a jackpot prize.
A WSH “B” show and the first of the 2024 FCSC Shows. A two-day show that will put the best equine and human partner to the test. This is a 48 year tradition and we look forward to seeing you again this year!
Day of Fun & the Kentucky Derby:
Check in @ Free Expression Studio and get your mimosa and swag bag
They will provide a map to shop, sip & taste through historic Downtown Prosser. Watch the Kentucky Derby @ El Buen Gusto or Bills Speakeasy. There will be a prize for the best Derby Hat!
RSVP to : director@historicprosser.com
Come to this small farm and choose from a BIG variety of dahlia tubers!
They will be priced from $5 to $9 a tuber.
Please see event page for photos of available varieties and check out their Facebook page or Instagram for more updates @abundantacreflowerfarm
Queen Amber is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party!
This is the 150th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve. It is the world’s Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports. And this year, the excitement is bigger than ever!
Finger Sandwiches and Mint Juleps will be served.
Dawn your Big Hat and your Brightest dress. Awards to the best hat and overall outfit.
THE EXCITEMENT IS INCREASING…….
THE 2024 PLANT SALE IS COMING SOON!
Rickreall, Polk County Fairgrounds
The Polk County Master Gardener Association Plant Sale is coming up Friday, May 10th 9:00 to 4:00 and Saturday, May 11th, 9:00 t0 2:00.
Cheers to the returning Country Store, beautiful annuals, trees and shrubs, perennials, herbs, hanging baskets and a few specialty plants.
They are adding a new children’s area this year where children will, for $1, be able to plant a Marigold in a colorful plastic pot for their mom and take home a small scoop of Marigold seeds to plant in their yard. This table will be staffed by members of one of their 4H Horticulture groups who will also have information on the 4H groups in Polk County to give to kids who come to the table.
They will also have 5 to 6 raffle items to be raffled off on Saturday at noon.
Save the date!
Announcing the fun, annual Chic and the Cow Mother’s Day Barn Bazaar!
Friday, May 10 from 1-6p
Saturday, May 11 from 9am-4pm
38580 Gilkey Rd, Scio
Unique gifts, florals & plants, home decor, yummy baked goods, jewelry and accessories!
Espresso cart!
Food!
Join for the 1st monthly night market. Every second Friday! Locally sourced and curated handmade gifts.
local boutiques
Western Inspired
crafters
home decor
Soy candles
Fresh Flowers & plants
Wine Tasting
Mobile espresso and dessert bar
food trucks.
Music and more!
May 10 -11th – Bar W Rodeo Company – Sponsored by the Macon County FFA Chapter – Two Full Nights of championship rodeo with bull riding, barrel racing, breakaway, broncos, and much more. The Macon County Horse Association is opening their concession stand for amazing pulled porked sandwiches and platters. Bar W Rodeo is a local odeo company nestled right here in our Western Carolina Mountains. We hope everyone comes out to see amazing action and help raise funds for our local FFA and Horse Association
Shenandoah Bar M Ranch welcomes the cowgirls to visit the Ranch during the Shenandoah Bar M open house event.
Beginning at 9:00 a.m., the public is invited to tour the facility during which time a light breakfast will be provided. Tours of the property will be given. We will ride at 12:00. As a group, we can decide whether to do an arena ride, obstacle course, trail ride, or all three!
Let’s get Together and Have Some Fun!
Social Hour at 6 PM.
Potluck and Meeting starts at 6:30 PM.
Bring Your Ideas of Some Fun Events!
Meet on the entrance road, at the old field parking area just before horse camp, past the day parking area. we’ll ride the entire big loop out to the river and follow the river down to Earl’s
Ford river crossing area then return up to FR to parking area. Bring tons of snacks, lunch, and water. Shoes recommended on Ga side, trails are easy to moderate difficulty.
Call me or Lynda for Info
Franklin cowgirls meet at Ingles in Clayton at 9am, and Georgia & SC Cowgirls meet at 10:30 at forest 92E – come in on Cannon Road off Hwy 80 turn right on first forest road on right go down turn around on loop and line up heading outward for pairking,
Secret Waterfall trail is outside the borders of the Chattahoochee – Oconee National Forest on private land which they allow hiking and horse back riding out to enjoy the beautiful beach and waterfall. We have to pack in our lunch and drinks, and pack them back out. We wil have lunch and a picnic, play in the water and swim with our horses, so bring a sheet to put down to place your tack on it to avoid getting covered in sand. Bring shorts and bathing suits and water shoes. Dogs are allowed on these trails. Also bring horse snacks and doggie snacks.
Every 3rd Saturday Meet up at WE Johnson Park for a nice Ride.
Foot in Stirup at 10 am
Please join us for a monthly ride. This ride will happen every 3rd Saturday of every month. We are in no hurry and on no schedule no agenda.
Greetings! Our First Meeting for our new Rochester, WA Chapter!
Come meet and greet and see what we are all about. I can’t wait to see you all. There is no cost to meet at Figaro’s but I will purchase a couple of pizzas. Maybe show support of a wonderful local business with the purchase of a soda, but do not feel obligated. 🙂
I will post a zoom meeting link on our Facebook page and attempt to provide an online option if that will help for people to be able to attend.
Contact me with any questions!
Macon County Horse Association meeting. The Board meeting will start at 6pm, then the general meeting begins at 7 pm, all cowgirl members will meet at the Alumni building
Join Beyond the Bloom and GA at Home for a fun evening creating an arrangement of Peonies to beautify your home.
Bring friends and have a great night out.
Shop in store specials and enjoy refreshments while you create a gorgeous bouquet.
Franklin Cowgirls – Line dancing classes to raise money for Otto Fire Department. Meet at 6:15pm at the Otto Fire Station, Down in Ottoi off Georgia Rd. Bring $5 dollars required donation. Lets go do cowgirl line dancing. Wear your western gear and cowgirl hats. Ca;ll tammy Stingone for Details 828-215-1059