Trinity Trail Events founder Maral Eckenrod will conduct an instructional clinic on how to navigate the mountain trail obstacles at Flying M Stables, which were built by Mark Bolender of Bolender Horse Park.  If you trail ride or have thought of competing at a Novice, Intermediate, or Advanced Level of Equine Trail Sports events (ETS) or other obstacle challenges such as IMTCA events (International Mountain Trail Challenge Association), here is where you can start!  Maral will lead us through how to acclimate your horse to the obstacle, navigate it properly, and what judges are looking for.

Trinity Trail Events also conducts virtual challenges using just a few items (ground poles, tarp, cones, flag, spray bottle) that you may have at home.  You will receive the pattern and have a window of time to practice and video you and your horse navigating the obstacles, submit your video to Maral, who will judge it, provide comments if you want, and award prizes, including buckles. TTE has Novice, Intermediate, Advanced and Easy Peasy patterns to get you started in this field!

Depending on sign-ups for the clinic, the plan is for 2 hours of In-Hand instruction and practice and 2 hours of mounted instruction and practice.  If more than 12 horse/rider pairs sign-up, then it may be changed to 2 groups, with 1 hour each of In-Hand and Mounted work.

Cost: $60 per horse/rider pair, includes haul-in fee of $35 ;  $5 per auditor

Pay via Venmo to @Wendy-Morrow-79  and Chapter will pay the haul-in fee to Flying M Stables.

Meet up at Marillyn’s house at noon and then we ride at 1pm.  We go on a trail ride to find hidden ribbons that you turn in for an Easter basket. Some ribbons may get you an additional prize or an “upgraded” Easter basket!!! Marillyn will have some snacks and beverages (of course, there will be jello shots and peeps shots!!!!!) It is $25 per participant to help cover some of the cost of the Easter basket items.  (You get a basket with more than $25 in value.)  This is just a fun ride and day, not an extensive trail ride. You basically ride until you find a ribbon or as long as you want. We then go to my neighbor’s house and he feeds us. I will have a “new” place to ride this year. Woohoo! Please RSVP to Marillyn by March 30th so she can have enough baskets prepared. Feel free to bring prospective members, family, or friends! “Rain date” make-up ride will be April 20th.

Bring a helmet and a straw hat!

Join us for game night / pot luck at Peggy’s house!  RSVP by 4/15 and see what you can bring.  Our last one was so much fun!

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.

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

** Info copied from host’s event page. Contact host at the number below for more details.

Limited to 20 Entries! Pre-enter text 940-923-8123. This is a great schooling opportunity for you and your horse! After each class the Judge will go over the score card with you and share ways you can improve. Events: Ranch Trail, Ranch Riding, Ranch Reining, Ranch Flag. Classes: Youth 10 U, Green Horse, Beginner, Novice. All day flat fee $50. All proceeds will go towards Western Women of Inspiration women’s ministry. COME HAVE SOME FUN N THE SUN and support the ministry! Prizes will be awarded

It’s time to get those TaTas checked out, cowgirls. If you are in our area, you can book through Texas Healthcare, or you can go to your favorite place. How do you get on the roster? Take a selfie and send it to us! This is a BYOB event for sure!

FW area can call 817-250-1811 or book online at https://www.texashealth.org/Health-and-Wellness/Women-and-Infants/Schedule-a-Screening-Mammogram

Attending Bear Awareness Training #1- 5:30pm at the Wyoming Indian Tech Center. 638 Blue Sky Hwy in Ethete. Stew and frybread will be served.

Attending Bear Awareness Training #1- 5:30pm at the Frank B. Wise building in Fort Washakie. Stew and frybread will be served.

Attending Orienteering Navigation Workshop at Wild Iris. Thursday, May 2 from 6:30-8pm and Sunday, May 5 from 9:30-11am (Repeat of May 2 workshop) Free but will need to sign up at Wild Iris.

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.

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!

Spring Time Open 2024 – Franklin County Saddle Club

Join us at Lori’s house as we plant a tree as a memorial to her husband. We will swim after (weather permitting).

bring snacks to share and BYOB.  Let’s get our tribe together to share this special event.

RUN FOR THE ROSES Kentucky Derby party.  Saturday, May 4th at 2:30.

This year is the 150th anniversary of the Derby and we’re going to celebrate with traditional big fancy hats and mint julips. The big race is at 5:45 but come early to watch the prelim races.

DON’T FORGET……MAKE THOSE HATS BIG AND SHOW THEM OFF AT THE PARTY!

This is a grown-up event. No young kids or pets please.  Feel free to bring an appetizer if you’re inclined, or your favorite beverage.

This is at a private residence so please RSVP to get address.  Kelly Lee 469-585-9325

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Early, Texas.  Will be attending the Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena

Advanced De Spooking Clinic

deSpooking clinic with certified Mounted Patrol instructors

in this clinic , riders and their horses will be pushed to more complex obstacles along with nightly sensory .

The goal of this 16 hour course is to build confidence in each rider and their horse through dynamic situations

for more information or to sign up

please call Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena @ 254-979-7433

Attending Wind River Super Trail- Schooling lesson slots on Saturday ($35 per spot pre-registration, $40 per spot day of); Show classes on Sunday ($30 per spot pre-registration, $35 per spot day of.) Contact Ike Lynn for more info. [email protected]

Cook out at Mari’s! Come hang out and meet her horses.

Game night at Judy’s place!  Bring your $1 dollar bills for LCR.  & a few bucks to tip the cook.  BYOB Let’s party!  Yeehaw!

Buckle Series for Shows: June 1, July 6, August 3

Buckles to: Youth 18 & Under, Green Horse/Rider, W/T Green Horse/Rider, Open

Classes: Ranch Conformation (halter), Ranch Reining, Ranch Trail (obstacles), Ranch Rail (regular and extended gaits), Ranch Riding (pattern class)

Green Horse: a horse in its first or second year showing in that particular class.

Reins: split or romel only allowed, no loop/barrel reins. May show two-handed in a non-shanked snaffle bit.

This Liberty Camp is currently FULL, but contact organizer to be put on a Wait List in case someone has a change of plans.

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

We are having a Botox party! Snacks provided, but BYOB. Botox price depend on what you want done. You can come and talk to Dr. Smith and Shasta and decide. Bring your checkbook!

Don’t want Botox? Come and hang out with us! It’s a party!

This is a focused Clinic for Ranch Rail, Ranch Pleasure, and Ranch Riding!  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 Class and the best approach to the completed the Class.  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

Save the date and get ready to cool down with a stout or lager while appreciating friendships, live entertainment and fresh air at the annual Sweetwater Blues n’ Brews on June 15, 2 pm to 7 pm in Bunning Park, Downtown Rock Springs.

Join us at our favorite museum as we hear from the 2011 winner of the Fern Sawyer Award – PattiColbert. Light bites. RSVP to the museum if you are a member. rsvp@cowgirl.net

MEMBERS ONLY 1:00 pm Pool Party at Queen Joelle’s! Food will be provided, but bring your favorite beverage, pool float and sunscreen. There is also shade available. Please RSVP by June 14 so we have a head count by checking “Going” on this Event via the 40 Something Cowgirls Facebook page.

Come hang out in the pool and cool off – enjoy lunch together

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.