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Feb
16
Fri
Early , Texas Dirt Road Riding @ Kim’s House
Feb 16 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Early,  Texas   Dirt Road Riding

We’re at it again , dirt road horse back riding

Come out  to Kim’s house , plenty of parking , neg coggins required
pride should

 

 

Big Spring TX Ride at San Angelo State Park @ San Angelo State Park, North Concho area
Feb 16 @ 3:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Come out and join us as we ride at another one of our favorite places.  Trails for all levels of riders… Will have a pot luck dinner on Saturday.  Weather permitting… All are welcome.

Greenwood TX – Game Night @ Candace Stauch's House
Feb 16 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come join us at Queen Candace’s for some fun games on the 3rd Friday of EVERY month!  We will switch it up from time to time on what games we are playing, but it will always be a great time. Bring a snack to share, Punch and water will be provided.

Feb
17
Sat
Abilene, TX De-Spooking Clinic (by Rustic Farm) @ Rockin W Ranch
Feb 17 @ 8:00 am – Feb 18 @ 5:00 pm

Clinic limited to 15 participants. Currently they have a waiting list. The instructors are from Rustic Farm.

Early, Texas. Cancelled Monthly Trail Ride @ Lake Proctor
Feb 17 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Early, Texas.   Monthly Trail Ride, lake Proctor

this event has been cancelled due to the impending weather , a cold front with strong winds

 

 

 

it’ll be a warm and sunny  day to get and enjoy the trails at Lake Proctor

Catch up on the latest events , share in fellowship and always lots of laughter

Trail ride is rated easy with some areas that will have small hills , sand and gravel

so what are you waiting for , come out and see why the call us the funn-est cowgirls on the planet

plenty of parking , negative coggins required

Belton SC Having a Chili Ride in Bradley SC @ Fell Hunt Camp
Feb 17 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cowgirls we’re going to ride Saturday at Fell Hunt Camp, 1369 Cedar Springs Rd, Bradley, SC.  You can start either at the Fell camp or from Toni Vonruden’s house 181 Tuck Rd, Bradley SC., at the top of the trail. Camp if you like, primitive. 10$. We will have a chili dinner at Toni”s when we arrive there. If you’re leaving from campground, be ready to ride at 11am. Toni will lead the group starting from her place to the camp to meet up and ride back to her house. Negative coggins required. Please contact Toni for a head count. (715) 896 1842 or Libby

Columbia Basin, WA – 2023 Christmas Party @ Debra Peals House
Feb 17 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Please join us for our Annual Christmas party that got moved to January

 

Date: Jan 13th

Time: 4 pm

Location: Debra Peale’s Place

Food:  Potluck Style

RSVP: Debra by January 6th 2024

 

Please sign up for the dish you want to bring:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A8AF28A2F5C25-45988101-40sc

 

Bring a Dessert for the Silent Auction to help raise funds for our next Christmas Party

 

Feb
18
Sun
Agua Dulce, CA – “Sweetheart” Ride @ Lake View Terrace
Feb 18 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Sweetheart Ride – Coed Event.  $25.00 per couple, $15.00 per single cowgirl.  We will be doing about a 4 hour trail ride with lunch/dessert following, champagne too!

 

RSVP is a must to Cindy at 661-510-4825

Agua Dulce, CA – Totem PoleTrail Ride @ Littlerock, CA
Feb 18 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Trail ride from Totem Pole Ranch.  This ride is sponsored by ETI Corral 138, please contact Kimberly Dwight for more information.

Rock Springs WY Bowling Afternoon @ Pla Mor Bowling Lanes
Feb 18 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Let’s go bowling. Sunday February 18, 2024 at 1 pm. We might have to wait for an lane, but it doesn’t usually take too long. Cost is $4 per game. Please let me know if you are interested in going so we can get a head count.

Salem, OR Damsel in Defense Party @ Queen Ambers House
Feb 18 @ 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Come Spend a Day learning all the Self Defense Tools for us Women!

Princess Tootie will be bringing snacks.  Please be sure to RSVP to Tootie for headcount for food!

Benbrook, TX Bowling Night @ Cowtown Bowling Palace
Feb 18 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come have some bowling fun with your cowgirl family.

Feb
19
Mon
Salem, OR Attending Pressure Cooking Class @ Willamette Heritage Center
Feb 19 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
If you often can’t do weekday classes and have President’s Day off – it’s the perfect time to get a class in for you!
So join the OSU Extension Master Food Preservers – For hands-on workshops on processing low acid foods.
Benbrook, TX – Monday Ride @ Bob Jones Park
Feb 19 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

We ride out at 11:00 weather permitting.

Forsyth GA Maynard’s Mill Trail Ride Feb 19th @ Maynard's Mill Farm
Feb 19 @ 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Come join us on Feb 19th for a Monday afternoon ride at Maynard’s Mill at 2:30. 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.

 

Feb
20
Tue
Early, Texas. Monthly Game Night @ Mary’s House
Feb 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Early, Texas Monthly Game Night

Name that Meme, Family Fued, Scattergories…or chicken ?
who knows what we’ll be playing , but it’ll have you laughing and glad you

Dinner is potluck ,so come hungry and let’s get this year started off with a bang , or a chicken , or who knows lol 😂

 

Feb
21
Wed
Tenino, WA Paint & Sip @ Paint & Sip
Feb 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

I will have more information on the tickets to come! Please be patient! Thanks!

Come join us for a fun evening of painting and fun!  A great way to get together when its too rainy to ride.  Don’t worry if you can’t paint, I can’t, even my stick figures are scary.  I have done this before, it is fun!

Feb
22
Thu
Forsyth GA Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Mid-Week Trail Ride Thursday Feb 22 at 10:00 @ Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center
Feb 22 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

Looking forward to riding on this beautiful 5.6 multi-use trail at Charlie Elliott on Thursday, Feb 22 at 10:00.  Trail is a good one – where most riders can ride side by side.  If 5.6 miles isn’t quite enough time in the saddle, you are more than welcome to go around again!  Plan on joining us and see for yourself what a beautiful place this is to enjoy with our horses.

 

Wylie, TX – cow work practice @ Longhorn Arena
Feb 22 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come train with Doug Jordan on Thursday night!

session will consist of flag work and/ or a small number of cows.

**Space is limited. **

For more information please contact Amy Jordan (903) 456-2833 or [email protected]

Benbrook TX- Cowgirl Connection @ National Cowgirl Museum
Feb 22 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us at our favorite museum as we hear from Courtenay Dehoff at the museum. Light bites. RSVP to the museum if you are a member. [email protected]

Salem, OR Attending Build A Better Horse Clinic @ Salem Saddle Club
Feb 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
April 27th: Build a Better Horse evaluation and goal setting
May 25th: Preflight Checks
June 22nd: Forehand and Haunch Turns
July 27th: Speed Control at Walk and Trot
August 24th: Stops
September 28th: Backing
October 26th: Side Passing and Leg Yielding
November 23rd: Arena Obstacles
December 28th: Fundamentals 1&2
‘24 January 25th: Fundamentals 3&4
‘24 February 22nd: Fundamentals 5&6
‘24 March 28th Soft Feel and Collection
Cost:$70 participants, Audit $40
ONLY 10 Participants per class
Registration Link –https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfxKqE52Cs…/viewform…
Questions? Lynn Lanham 503-302-3086
Feb
24
Sat
Spanaway, WA: Attending Working Equitation Clinic @ Woodbrook Stables and Event Center
Feb 24 @ 8:30 am – 6:00 pm

Please visit https://fb.me/e/18yQZXpHG for additional information.

Collinwood, TN Southern Equine Expo and Lunch @ Miller Colliseum
Feb 24 @ 9:00 am – Feb 25 @ 8:00 pm

We will be meeting up and sitting together and hanging out.  We will also have lunch or dinner together on Saturday.  We will provide more information about lunch/dinner closer to the event.

Wylie, TX Attending De-spooking Clinic @ Legacy Ranch
Feb 24 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

A great clinic that several of us has already participated in and will be going again.  Come join us!

The clinic will cover horse physiology and psychology. Class time learning the physical attributes of the horse relating to equine vision.  Mounted obstacle and sensory training with fire lines, smoke canisters, gunfire and more.

Cost: $100 or $115 if the clinic is relocated to a covered arena due to inclement weather (6hour day with lunch provided) $25 non-refundable deposit due at registration.

The clinic will be at your own pace and open to all skill levels and disciplines. You can walk your horse if you prefer.

Mounted Certified Instrustors: David and Terri Rogers, Brett Copin, and Lauren Milster

*NEGATIVE COGGINS REQUIRED*

Greenwood, TX – Ride @ San Angelo State Park @ San Angelo State Park
Feb 24 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

We had to postpone the ride at Joy’s due to weather, So we have adjusted it and we are going to San Angelo State Park Saturday instead. Some people are going Fri-Sun – come when you can. We will have a group ride on Saturday at 10 AM .

 

 

We are all going to start off at Joy‘s house, as a meeting point, and then head out from there. Be in your saddle by 6 PM so we can get out and have a good ride before it gets dark.

Newberg, OR – Hardy Creek Trail Ride @ Hardy Creek
Feb 24 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm

Come ride the Molalla Corridor Saturday, we’ll be meeting in the parking area at Hardy Creek Trail Head at 10:30am.

Benbrook, TX Saturday Ride Location Change @ SIX-O Ranch
Feb 24 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

We ride out at 11:00 weather permitting.  This is a beautiful ride in the woods with creeks and a river crossing.

Big Spring TX Attending Annual Coggins Clinic @ Howard County Youth Horseman Arena
Feb 24 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

It’s that time of year… Coggins and vaccines will be offered.  Come out and help support the Howard County Youth Horseman Club… Please call or text 806-786-7122 and reserve a spot…  All are encouraged and welcomed..

Franklin, NC – Chattahoochee-Oconee Nat’l Forest, Trail Ride @ Cannon Rd, parking, Chattahoochee Nat'l Forest
Feb 24 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Trail ride at the back side of Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, exploring new areas and trails. Lady Splipper and Lake Russell trails are nestled amongst the beautiful foothills of Northeast Georgia. Meeting at the end of the road of Cannon Rd, which is just past Frady Branch Equine main trail parking.

*******: Directions: HWY 441 South towards Toccoa, turn left and then next left onto 17/365/123, go down to right light of HWY 184./123, then left just past Highway patrol station onto Hwy 184 go past Frady Branch’s main parking area about a mile to 2 miles and then we will turn right onto Cannon Rd and follow it down to end.
Call or text Tammy for info, directions, or questions 828-215-1059

 

Kings Mountain, NC Clinic @ Shaner Farm
Feb 24 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Grab your branding iron and come on over to Shaner Farm.

Duane Poole, the branding man, will be there to place the brands. Branded horses are less likely to be stolen, plus it looks cool!

Must reserve and pay in advance, deadline is Feb. 9. Contact Joelle directly to be on the list and pay.

Midlothian, TX: Lake Whitney Ride @ Lake Whitney
Feb 24 @ 12:00 pm – 3:45 pm

Meet at Lake Whitney Trail head at noon

283 McCown Valley Park Road, Whitney, TX 76692

KINNEAR, WY Anniversary and Awards Party @ Riverton Country Club
Feb 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

This is also our monthly meeting. 6pm at the Riverton Country Club. I will announce our chapter awards and there will be raffles and silent auctions. We choose from menu items for dinner and everyone is responsible for paying for their own meals.  Please RSVP to Marillyn by February 18th. You are welcome to bring family and friends!

Feb
25
Sun
Gainesville, TX Trail Ride @ Platter Flats @ Platter Flats Equestrian Camp
Feb 25 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Platter Flats on Lake Texoma is a BEAUTIFUL place to ride. The trails are fairly easy through the woods and along the lake. The footing is sandy. Pack a snack to stop midway at Rooster’s Roost with a gorgeous view overlooking the lake, with a picnic table and hitching posts.

Kings Mountain, NC Day Ride @ Kings Mountain State Park
Feb 25 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Kings Mountain State Park   Day Ride Meet at 10:00, ride out by 10:30. $3.00 per horse. 

located on Apple Road (Equestrian TrailHead) 

You can put 1277 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC in your GPS, but remember you are going to Apple Road once you reach Park Road. 

This easy to moderately difficult 30+ mile loop trails begins in Kings Mountain State Park and circles into Kings Mountain National Military Park, the site of a famous Revolutionary War battle. The surface is primarily flat with some rocky areas and some clay spots. A local saddle club takes care to watch over the trails and ensure solid footing on some of the ridge climbs. Shoes or boots recommended.

Abilene, TX- Abilene Lake Trail Ride @ Abilene State Park
Feb 25 @ 2:00 pm

Join our Marvelous Mavericks riding the trails around the lake at Abilene State Park.
Check in at the office to show proof of negative coggins, and pay the $5/person park entrance fee.
Make a U-turn around the office and go back out to the highway. Go Left for 1 mile. Lake entrance is on the right. We park near the swimming area or in the first boat ramp parking lot.
The trail is a 2 hour ride. Bathrooms are close to parking. Yes, there are areas where you can water your horse.
Melisa is leading the way!

Forsyth GA Trail Ride at 1099 on Feb 25th at 2:30 @ 1099 Trails (Next to The Bluffs off Hwy 83)
Feb 25 @ 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm

We will be riding at 1099 (Part of Ocmulgee Bluffs) on Sunday, Feb 25 at 2:30.  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 rod.  At the top of the hill, just before mile marker #1, take the gravel road 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.  Camping is on the left side 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 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.  Camping is on the left side 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.  Camping is on the left side of the road as well.

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

Forsyth GA Trail Ride at 1099 on Feb 25th at 2:30 @ 1099 Trails (Next to The Bluffs off Hwy 83)
Feb 25 @ 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm

We will be riding at 1099 (Part of Ocmulgee Bluffs) on Sunday, Feb 25 at 2:30.  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 rod.  At the top of the hill, just before mile marker #1, take the gravel road 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.  Camping is on the left side 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 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.  Camping is on the left side 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.  Camping is on the left side of the road as well.

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

Benbrook, TX Game Night @ Reed Residence
Feb 25 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

BYOB dinner and games. Bring a $5.00 scratch off or an item of  same value for a game. Can be a garage sale item or something someone may want.  Put it in a bag or an envelope. We are meeting at Rhonda’s place in Pecan Plantation.  Don’t speed in Pecan Plantation, they are serious about their speed limits.

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When: 3 pm Feb 25, 2004
Where: 5908 Pebble Beach Ct, Granbury 76049
Please RSVP as you will need to check in at Pecan Plantation Community Gate.  We have a front and back gate.
Special note:  GPS could take you long route around Ravenswood/Bellchase
Speed limit is highly enforced
Beware: Deer are crossing streets
Should be plenty of parking
Cooking Babyback ribs and sides to be determined as game night nears
Bring something in a bag that you would sell for 5.00 dollars at your garage sale or bring a 5.00 scratch off ticket.
Games to be announced at party
Every time you win, take a prize.  End of games,  you can swap your prize or give to another person.  It’s all about Fun & Laughter!

Feb
27
Tue
Wylie, TX – Russ Carroll cow clinic @ private address
Feb 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

group training with Russ Carroll. **COST $150**

included:

  • flag work
  • cow work
  • additional riding instruction

 

 

Feb
29
Thu
Wylie, TX – LEAP YEAR Cow/Flag work with Doug Jordan @ Longhorn Arena
Feb 29 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

** This day comes only once every 4 years!** Lets get out and work some cows on this day!

Come work some cows with Doug Jordan on Thursday night!

session will consist of flag work and/ or a small number of cows.

**Space is limited. **

For more information please contact Amy Jordan (903) 456-2833 or [email protected]

Mar
1
Fri
Ball Ground, Ga. Derby Day Poker Rides -Garland Mtn. @ Garland Mountain Horse and Hiking Trails
Mar 1 all-day
Hosted by The Friends of Garland Mountain and The 40 something cowgirls, Ball Ground, Georgia and the Friends of Garland Mountain
Church Point LA – Ebenezer park trail ride_Jasper, Texas @ Ebenzer Park
Mar 1 – Mar 3 all-day

Click the link below to reserve your RV spot.

Ebenezer Park, Sam Rayburn Reservoir – Recreation.gov

 

Mar
2
Sat
Franklin, NC – Frady Branch – Trail Ride @ Frady Branch Trail Head, Chattahoochee National Forest
Mar 2 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Day trail ride at Frady Branch – Chattahoochee National Forest, Toccoa, Ga. – 14.5 miles of trails and four separate loops to explore. Meet at the trailhead parking area at 10 am. There is a

$ 5-a-day use fee which you can buy a yearly pass from USDA Forest Service. Bring lunch, snacks, and drinks.  See ya on the trail

Gainesville, TX Attending LRRETA Monthy Trail Ride @ Lake Ray Roberts Jordan Park
Mar 2 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Enjoy a leisurely ride around beautiful Lake Ray Roberts. Wear green!

Benbrook, TX Wednesday Ride NEW DATE @ High Hope Ranch
Mar 2 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

We ride out at 11:00 weather permitting. RIDING SATURDAY DUE TO RAIN !

Poolville, TX Attending Trail Ride @ Six O Ranch @ Six O Ranch
Mar 2 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

We will be attending a trail ride organized by BTCC at Six O Ranch. Ride out is at 11, usually ride 3ish hours here.

*Must have current coggins
*$10 ranch fee

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Tenino, WA Turnout Clinic – Braiding, Show Clipping, and Grooming @ Rainbow Meadow Farms
Mar 2 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Hey Cowgirls!

EXCITING NEWS:
Have you wanted to learn how to braid? How to clip your equine friend for an upcoming show? What should that ‘pony beard’ look like?
MARCH 2nd 1-4 pm TURNOUT CLINIC w/ Jenny Howe!!!
She will cover BRAIDING, show clipping and grooming turnout tips and tricks! Plus she will be available for questions!!
Cost: $45/person
Location: Rainbow Meadow Farm, Rochester, WA
Sign up: Text (360-827-3627) or FB Messenger Annie Childress
Mar
3
Sun
Benbrook TX -Monthly Trail Ride @ Dutch Branch Park
Mar 3 @ 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.

Wylie, TX Caddo Grasslands Trail Ride @ Bois D'Arc Trailhead
Mar 3 @ 10:00 am

** Make note that this ride is rescheduled from February 17th to March 3rd**  We are going to hope for good weather so that we can get out and ride so come join us if you can!!  Weather permitting we will meet up at 10am to ride out at 10:30.  Hope to see you there!

Poolville, TX Trail Ride @ LBJ Grasslands @ LBJ Grasslands - Valley View
Mar 3 @ 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Sunday Afternoon ride at the Grasslands! Changing things up and starting from the Valley View trailhead to see the other side of the Grasslands. Charges for parking in the camping area.