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Apr
10
Wed
Benbrook TX – Participating in 2024 Virtual Tevis Cup Ride @ Virtual Ride
Apr 10 @ 9:09 pm – Jul 21 @ 10:09 pm

Time to start riding, cowgirls! We have a team for the 2024 Virtual Tevis Cup ! To get on the roster, we need your name, current 40SC member number and the bib number assigned to you through the sign up link below, in addition to the total mileage ridden. If you do not have a horse, you can also participate by walking/ running the 100 miles.
You can screen shot the app with your mileage, in addition to the sign up response with your bib number. There will be one roster for this event!

if you would like some support for your efforts, you are welcome to join the Benbrook Team! Team name “Fabulous Disasters” and the password is “Benbrook1”

https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=93635&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

Jun
4
Tue
Graham TX Texas A&M Summer Horsemanship School @ Young County Arena-Outback
Jun 4 @ 8:00 am – Jun 5 @ 5:00 pm

Join us for 2 full days of instruction on your own horse. Ages 8 and up. Please call 940/549-0737 or 940/550-5042 for more information.

Abilene, TX Cowgirl Roundup @ Galveston Seafood Company
Jun 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

It’s time to bring in the herd. Come visit us, meet some cowgirls and find out about our upcoming events. Hope to see you there☺️

Jun
5
Wed
Benbrook, TX Wednesday Ride @ Cartwright Park
Jun 5 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Ride starts at 10:00 AM.  There is water and a restroom.  You will turn left BEFORE the park gates, you will see an abandoned guard shack on the left.  See you there!

Jun
6
Thu
Forsyth GA Mingo Ride Jun 6-8 2024 @ Mingo Trails
Jun 6 – Jun 8 all-day

RIDE AT MINGO TRAILS JUNE 6th-8th

Image result for images of silly horse picturesHope all can join us at Mingo Trails June 6-8 (Thurs-Sat) for some good trail rides at Mingo.  No reservations, but first come – first serve!  Our “official” ride will be on Saturday beginning at 10:00.  Daily Ride Cost is $10 for nonmembers.  See price breakout below.  Hope to see you there!

 

 

Non Member rates
– electric $15 per day
– stall $10 per day per horse
* 1 horse per stall *
– daily ride/trail fee $10 per person per day (12 and over)

Member Rates
– electric $10 per day
– stall $5 per day per horse
* 1 horse per stall *
– No daily ride/trail fee
– Discounted gate fee on our Organized Rides

 

 

 

 

 

Stanton, TX Roundup @ Torchy's Tacos
Jun 6 @ 6:30 pm

***Rescheduled due to inclement weather***

The monthly meeting of the Stanton, TX chapter will be at Torchy’s tacos in Odessa.  Come enjoy good food and good company.

Jun
7
Fri
Troup, TX: Train Robber Ranch Weekend @ Train Robber Ranch
Jun 7 @ 12:00 pm – Jun 9 @ 12:00 pm

Come join us for a fun filled weekend at Train Robber Ranch in Rusk, TX! Arrive Friday go home Sunday! We will have beds for up to 15 people and 5 LQ plug ins. Contact Brittany at (903) 573-3213 for more info on what to expect and cost. Must RSVP by May 1st!

Agua Dulce, CA – Craft Night @ Dana Colins home
Jun 7 @ 6:00 pm – Jun 14 @ 7:00 pm

$30 material fee, must RSVP in advance to Sherri Cook or Dana Colin

Jun
8
Sat
Big Spring TX De-Spook Clinic @ Jacksons Arena
Jun 8 @ 8:45 am – Jun 9 @ 5:00 pm

Come out and enjoy watching some amazing people from the Rustic Farm group put on a de-spook clinic.  All spaces for the actual clinic are taken, but it will be a fun time to watch.  All Cowgirls are welcomed and needed to be on the ground to help where needed. Cowgirl gear please. BYOB, a snack, and a lawn chair if wanted.

Forsyth GA GAHA Trail Ride on Jun 8th at 9:00 @ Ashland Farm
Jun 8 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Event by Georgia Arabian Horse Association

Please go to their facebook page for more information and click here to see their event…2024 GAHA Trail Ride | Facebook

 

Public Anyone on or off Facebook
More details to come!
Ride led by member Missy Snyder
www.georgia-arabian.com
Helmets required and current negative coggins required. All breeds welcome!
Jersey, Georgia
WHERE:  Ashland Farm
1541 Highway 138 (aka Walnut Ave), Walnut Grove, GA
Ashland is a 430 acre farm & nature sanctuary, with trails & riding facilities available to members.

Gainesville,TX Ride at LBJ Grasslands @ TADRA @ LBJ Grasslands
Jun 8 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Enjoy a nice, relaxing ride at LBJ Grasslands near Decatur, TX

Kings Mountain, NC Day Ride @ Kings Mountain
Jun 8 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Meet at 9:30, ride out by 10:00. $3.00 per horse.

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. Boots or shoes recommended.

Benbrook, TX Trail Ride @ Holiday Park
Jun 8 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

We ride out at 10:00 AM  There is water for the horses and there is a restroom.  Nowhere to swim on this ride.

Franklin, NC – Tunnel RD – Bear Creek trail up to Welch Ridge trail Ride
Jun 8 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

GSMNP – Meet at the paved parking area before the tunnel parking area at 10 am. Must have yearly or daily GSMNP parking pass. We will ride out White Oak and connect up to Bear Creek Trail, ride to the top and intersect with Welch Ridge trail, eat lunch, and either follow around to Forney Creek or return down Bear Creek. Bring plenty of water, food, and horsey snacks. No trail dogs allowed

Jun
9
Sun
Agua Dulce, CA – Crystal Hill Trail Ride @ Amy Nelsons
Jun 9 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Beautiful trail ride, come join us!

Midlothian, TX: Monthly Meeting @ Mari's House
Jun 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Monthly Meeting !

Jun
11
Tue
Franklin, NC – Deep Creek Trail Ride @ Deep Creek,GSMNP
Jun 11 @ 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Meet at parking area at 10 am. Make sure you have GSMNP parking sticker or pay online for day parking. Bring snacks, lunch & plenty to drive . We’ll spend the day enjoying the many trails within the park

Salem, OR June Roundup Meeting @ Queen Amber's House
Jun 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

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!

Early, Texas Monthly Round Up @ Potters Pizza
Jun 11 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Early, Texas. Monthly Round Up Meeting

We’ll go over the up coming events .

welcome new members and enjoy fellowship

Please invite any family or friends that would like to join .

dinner is Dutch

 

Neptune ,NJ Chapter Round Up @ Woody's Roadside
Jun 11 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Hello Cowgirls and Equestrians of all riding disciplines. Every 2nd Tuesday of each month we round up at Woody’s.We gather ideas on what to do with cowgirl friends with or without horses. Whether a member or not take a evening to round up with us to join and help plan some events as a group of cowgirls,maybe something you have in mind and always wanted to do…will be interesting and fun for all! Get the scoop on upcoming events!

 

We always include a door prize to one lucky participant!

 

21-30 Lil Sister Cowgirls

30+ True Surviving Cowgirls

We always invite and include your friends and cherished ones to all of our events!

Jun
12
Wed
Benbrook, TX Wednesday Ride @ Rocky Creek Park North
Jun 12 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 am

We Ride out at 10 AM No restroom but there is water for the horses and if the lake has gone down maybe we will be able to swim.  Bring a snack.  See you there

Forsyth GA Mid-Week Ride at Ocmulgee Bluffs on Jun 12th at 10:00 @ Ocmulgee Bluffs
Jun 12 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come join us at the Ocmulgee Bluffs for a mid-week morning ride on Wednesday, June 12th at 10:00.  Image result for free cute horse clipart

This area is a beautiful place to ride.  Directions are as follows:

From Forsyth take Highway 83 north east towards Monticello.  Will cross the Ocmulgee River, and a few miles down, will go past the Enon Baptist Church on your left.  Will see a big Ocmulgee Bluffs sign on your right where you turn left onto Smith Mill Rd after seeing the sign.  There is a black horse sign with the words Saddle Horse Club written on it on your left as you turn in.  Road is not in the best of shape and narrow, so take it nice and slow.  After 2-3 ? miles, you’ll see the Saddle Horse Campground on your right and on your left, will be the entrance to the Bluffs where you pay and can park.

If you haven’t joined us in a while, please come on out for a good day to ride with some wonderful cowgirls!

Jun
14
Fri
Gainesville, TX Monthly Roundup @ The Patio
Jun 14 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Its Roundup Time again! Lets get together for dinner, drinks, talk about all things horsey and some shenanigan planning!

Jun
15
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – Steve Rother Camp 40 SOMETHING COWGIRLS ONLY CAMP @ Horse Creek Ranch
Jun 15 @ 8:00 am – Jun 19 @ 5:00 pm

FUN AND EDUCATIONAL Come join us at Horse Creek Ranch for a complete immersion into horsemanship. Our fun and educational camps are a learning event of a lifetime.

Located in NE Washington, about 1.5 hrs. NW of Spokane; Horse Creek Ranch is nestled in a picturesque spot only minutes from the Columbia River.

While here, Steve will lead you to a higher level of understanding and communication with your horse, and the things that you learn during your stay will enable you to go home with the tools you need to have a better equine partner.

YOU WILL LEARN: *Common mistakes of both the horse and rider. *How to think from a horse’s point of view. *What to do when your horse does the unexpected. *How to accomplish incredible things with your horse. *Key exercises to unlock your horse’s potential. *Exercises to correct your horse’s bad habits. *Confidence to overcome fears. *Tools to keep your horse calm, curious, and respectful. *Feel and timing to increase your horse’s try. *And much more.

 

5-Day 40 Something Cowgirl Camp – Rother Horsemanship (schoolofhorse.com)

Forsyth GA Bear Creek Hounds Poker Ride Raffle and Lunch 8:30 @ Bear Creek Hounds Farm
Jun 15 @ 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

 

 

Poker Ride Registration

Poker Ride 14 and Up Price$50.00

Poker Ride 13 and Under Price$35.00

 

Poker Ride – Lunch Only Price$15.00

Questions? Email [email protected]

To expedite check-in on the day of the event, please download and bring a signed release with you.

 

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Bear Creek Hounds

Belfair, WA Attending Michelle Fanning Ranch Riding and Reining Pattern Clinic @ Meridian Riding Club
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Michelle Fanning will teach ranch riding and reining patterns and how to better understand each maneuver found in these patterns.

Riders: $185      Non-refundable deposit of $85 due at time of registration

Auditors: $40

Snacks Provided

Benbrook, TX Trail Ride @ Six O Ranch
Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

We ride out at 10:00 AM.   There is a lake swim in the middle of the ride for all of those who want to cool off.  Bring a snack and plenty of water.  See you there!

Columbia Basin, WA – 3rd Saturday Trail Ride @ WE Johnson Park
Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Every 3rd Saturday Meet up at WE Johnson Park for a nice Ride.

 

Foot in Stirup at 10 am

Franklin, NC – Nantahala Natl Forest Big Indian Trail @ Nantahala Forest
Jun 15 @ 10:30 am – 6:30 pm

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

Jun
17
Mon
Salem, OR Attending Perrydale Trails @ Perrydale Trails LLC
Jun 17 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Come ride the trails with us.

Belfair, WA – Monthly Roundup Meeting in Bremerton @ Family Pancake House
Jun 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Monthly Chapter Meeting in Bremerton. No food or drinks requirement.

Belfair, WA – Monthly Roundup Meeting In Bremerton @ Family Pancake House
Jun 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Monthly Chapter Meeting in Bremerton. No food or drinks requirement.

Jun
18
Tue
Franklin, NC – Tsali Trail Ride – Right & Left Loops @ Tsali Recreational Area
Jun 18 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Tsali Recreational Arena – Trail Ride Right and Left Loops. Remember you have to pay for daily parking online or in an envelope at the Kiosk. Bring plenty of snacks and water for a full day of fun and riding. Meet at large parking area at boat ramp. You can bring trail dogs to Tsali

Franklin, NC – MCHA meeting – May 21st @ Macon County Fairgrounds
Jun 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:45 pm

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

Tenino, WA Monthly Meeting @ O'Blarneys @ theGibson House
Jun 18 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Come and join us and see what we are all about!!   We have a love of horse and local events..  You earn points by attending and at the end of the year you can earn awards!

If you have any questions you can email me at  TenioWA@40Somethingcowgirls

Jun
19
Wed
Benbrook, TX Wednesday Trail Ride @ Boy Scout Pk Trail
Jun 19 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

We ride out at 10:00 AM  Bring a snack, we may get to swim.

Jun
20
Thu
Columbia Basin, WA – June Monthly Chapter Roundup @ Sterlings
Jun 20 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
40SC June Round Up
Time: 06:00pm for social / 6:30 – 7:30 to go over the agenda
Forsyth GA Roundup – Supper and Meeting at Jonah’s on Johnston in Forsyth at 6:30 on Jun 20th @ Jonah's on Johnston Pizza
Jun 20 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Please join us for a much-needed Roundup on June 20th (Thurs) at 6:30 at Jonah’s on Johnston in Forsyth.

                 

Provided by Tripadvisor

Looking forward to seeing everybody and catching up as we just enjoy each other’s company!   Bring your smartest mind as sometimes on Thursday nights, they have trivia!

Menu Link:

Menu (jonahsonjohnston.com)

KINNEAR, WY Monthly Dinner @ El Vaquero
Jun 20 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

7pm tonight at El Vaquero in LANDER. On the hill going out of Lander towards South Pass in the Zander’s gas station.

Jun
21
Fri
Spanaway, WA: Attending Buck Brannaman Clinic @ Washington Horsemen Tacoma Unit
Jun 21 – Jun 23 all-day

Contact [email protected] for roster information.

Columbia Basin, WA – June BMMO @ Mt. Adams @ Mt Adams Horse Camp
Jun 21 @ 8:00 am – Jun 23 @ 4:00 pm
Mounted orienteering is one of the most challenging and exciting equestrian sports! It is similar to a treasure hunt that tests your horsemanship and map and compass skills.
Bring a compass, hit the trail with friends and enjoy the hunt!
No Alcohol, dogs or smoking are permitted horses and/mules must be at least 3 years of age
Contact: Karen Wilcox 509-301-5045
                 Jenny Orvis 509-308-8882
Jun
22
Sat
KINNEAR, WY Colt Confidence Course @ D & DLivestock
Jun 22 @ 9:00 am – Jun 23 @ 4:00 pm

Colt Confidence Course- This is a groundwork clinic. D & D Livestock. 9am-4pm. 136 Two valley Rd., Riverton. $400 (current cowgirls get a 10% discount). See sagebrushtraining.com for more info.

Forsyth GA Georgia International Horse Park Ride on Jun 22nd in Conyers @ Georgia International Equestrian Horse Park in Conyers
Jun 22 @ 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Looking forward to riding at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers GA on Saturday, June 22nd at 10:00.  They have many shaded trails and should be a lot of fun!  Bring your lunch and we’ll eat around 12:00 on the trail.  Should be a FUN, FUN day!

Remember to let all know who’s going!

Address is 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA 30013

Trail Map Link:

Horse Riding Trails (georgiahorsepark.com)

Belton SC is Getting in a swim at Rhonda Davis’s Pool, Waterloo,SC @ Rhonda Davis
Jun 22 @ 12:00 pm

The weather should be good and hot, time for a dip in a pool.  Bring a favorite snack and beverage Rhonda is making lunch. Please contact Rhonda if you plan to attend. We will have a brief meeting and prospective members are welcome.

Jun
23
Sun
Selah, WA Monthly Roundup @ Tailgaters
Jun 23 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Jun
25
Tue
Franklin, NC – Tow String up to Cabin Flats and Charlie’s Bunion @ Tow String Horse Trailhead
Jun 25 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Meet at Tow String parking Area – Requires a day parking pass or a yearly pass for the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.  We will ride out Bradley Creek, cross the creek/steel bridge and head up to Cabin Flats Primitive Horse Camp. Some may go on up to reach the top of 5600+ft to the junction of the Appalachian trail to go out on the rock outcropping of Charlie’s Bunion; it is one of the most spectacular views in the park. The trail is challenging and requires a slow and steady pace. Bring saddle bags with plenty of food, water, and snacks.  The Cabin Flats group can enjoy a beautiful meadow alongside the creek to enjoy lunch before heading back out.  The Charlie’s Bunion trip is roughly a 21.5 mile round trip distance, and the cabin flats distance is about 13 to 15 miles round trip. Recommend shows on all four hooves. No trail dogs allowed in GSMNP

 

Jun
27
Thu
Kings Mountain, NC Day Ride @ Woods Ferry Rec. Area
Jun 27 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Meeting at 9:30, ride out by 10:00. Bucks Grave Road trailhead.

Boots or shoes recommended.

Jun
29
Sat
Benbrook, TX Trail Ride/Pool Party@Kendra’s @ Kendra Hileman Residence
Jun 29 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Enter in the Construction entrance just East of the Main entrance on 1187.  We ride out at 10:00 Potluck and pool party after.   More details on GroupMe as the date gets closer.

Jun
30
Sun
Forsyth GA Dauset Trails Ride June 30th (Sun) at 3:00 @ Dauset Trails
Jun 30 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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Come join us on June 30th (Sun) at 3:00 at Dauset Trails.

Will be a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon under the trees on a beautiful trail. 

Don’t forget to donate to Dauset Trails in the drop box at the bulletin board in the parking lot. 

See you then!  

Jul
6
Sat
Benbrook TX – Attending Banales Family Memorial Trail Ride @ Trail Gate
Jul 6 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Hello yall, On July 6th, 2024, the Banales family is having their annual memorial trail ride in Springtown, TX. All are welcome. The ride is approximately 7 miles long and starts at 10:00 am from the front gate of The trail ride travels down Chaparral Ln. Right turn onto J.E.. Woody to right on Prather. Right turn on to Goshon Rd. Right on Fletcher on to private property to the back gate of 199 W. Jake St.(or where199 W. Jake Street in Springtown, TX. the starting point was.) A live band will travel with us on the trail ride. Party with a live band after the trail ride. This event is growing bigger better each year. Bring you horse or riding club and come join us. Parker County Sheriff Deputies will do traffic control. July 6th, 2024 10:00 am 199 W. Jake St. Springtown, TX Ready to ride. See yall there!