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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
Poker Ride 14 and Up Price$50.00
Poker Ride 13 and Under Price$35.00
To expedite check-in on the day of the event, please download and bring a signed release with you.
Bear Creek Hounds
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!
Every 3rd Saturday Meet up at WE Johnson Park for a nice Ride.
Foot in Stirup at 10 am
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
Come ride the trails with us.
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
We ride out at 10:00 AM Bring a snack, we may get to swim.
Let try to beat the heat by riding out at 9am! We are in for a treat riding on M. E. Flow’s property in Stamford, TX. Please allow the time to arrive and tack up before 9:00. See y’all there!
Reach out to Liesa Kennedy for the address.
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:
Let beat the heat and ride out early! Our very own Cowgirl, Annalise has offered to host a trail ride at her family ranch just outside Abilene. Please reach out for the exact address. All members welcome!
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
Meeting at 9:30, ride out by 10:00. Bucks Grave Road trailhead.
Boots or shoes recommended.
East Texas Stock Horse Show! Come out and show off your skills and horsemanship. East Texas Stock Horse Association has continued to provide an excellent show series and trainers. This has provided our COWGIRLS with great information and examples in the Stock Horse show pen. Come out and support your fellow COWGIRLS as they show off their skills and horsemanship!
As with any competition, interest grows and our COWGIRLS are honing their skills. Come out and cheer on our fellow COWGIRLS or participate in this great Association. Join us for a fun filled weekend. Pick your events and competition level and show off what your skills. Monthly clinics are held the Friday before the Show weekend, so make sure you attend to learn what the judges are looking for at that weekend show.
**Location may be subject to change**
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.
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!
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!
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.
Come join our chapter at the amazing Gillespie Ranch in New Mexico. This is a true working cattle ranch sitting on 30,000 acres in the Lincoln Nation Forrest. There are limited spots available, so make reservations as soon as possible. Full hook ups with covered stalls. Yes, it’s in July, but bring a sweater or hoodie, you are in some higher elevations… Trails for all levels of riders…. All Cowgirls are welcome…
East Texas Stock Horse Show! Come out and show off your skills and horsemanship. East Texas Stock Horse Association has continued to provide an excellent show series and trainers. This has provided our COWGIRLS with great information and examples in the Stock Horse show pen. Come out and support your fellow COWGIRLS as they show off their skills and horsemanship!
As with any competition, interest grows and our COWGIRLS are honing their skills. Come out and cheer on our fellow COWGIRLS or participate in this great Association. Join us for a fun filled weekend. Pick your events and competition level and show off what your skills. Monthly clinics are held the Friday before the Show weekend, so make sure you attend to learn what the judges are looking for at that weekend show.
**Location may be subject to change**
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 will be attending to watch our Members compete. Join us there and let’s have a large cheering section! Let us know you are coming… other Plans to be determined!?!?
located on Apple Road (Equestrian TrailHead).
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.
Every 3rd Saturday Meet up at WE Johnson Park for a nice Ride.
Foot in Stirup at 10 am
Meet us at the Buck’s Grave Road Trailhead at 9:30, riding out by 10:00. No restroom nor water at the trailhead. These trails located in Chester County, SC is surrounded by beautiful wooded floodplain, surrounded by upland pine woods and maturing hardwood forests. Some hills an a few rocky/roots areas. Boots or shoes recommended.
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.
We will ride twice a day and potluck both evenings.
Book your RV spot through
https://www.recreation.gov
See y’all there!
We will gather and have potluck meals Friday and Saturday.
first trail ride 9:00 am second trail ride will be in the evening.
From Jasper, Texas, take US Highway 96 North approximately 12 miles to the intersection of Recreation Road 255. Go west on 255 approximately 8 miles to the park entrance road. 31° 4′ 13.0001″ N 94° 7′ 28.9999″ W
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
Watch it with us… the 2024 RUN FOR A MILLION !!! Bring you chair, your cooler, your snacks, your brew… whatever makes you happy and settle back for a fun evening in the “Barn” to watch the big screen telecast of this event! It will be a blast and no one can tell… what goes on at the barn, stays at the barn!!
East Texas Stock Horse Show! Come out and show off your skills and horsemanship. East Texas Stock Horse Association has continued to provide an excellent show series and trainers. This has provided our COWGIRLS with great information and examples in the Stock Horse show pen. Come out and support your fellow COWGIRLS as they show off their skills and horsemanship!
As with any competition, interest grows and our COWGIRLS are honing their skills. Come out and cheer on our fellow COWGIRLS or participate in this great Association. Join us for a fun filled weekend. Pick your events and competition level and show off what your skills. Monthly clinics are held the Friday before the Show weekend, so make sure you attend to learn what the judges are looking for at that weekend show.
**Location may be subject to change**
This is a horse show with Western events on Saturday and English events on Sunday. This is open to all equines and burros (Mustangs and non-mustangs). Please see wyomingmustangassn.com for more info and to enter classes.
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
Another great opportunity to compete and watch some great horses at the Stock Horse of Texas – Aggieland Classic, Clinic, and Derby!! Join us if you can. Make your hotel reservations ASAP, or reserve an RV spot at Brazos County Expo Center. No Pre-paid Tickets required. Final Showbill still pending. Will post as soon as possible.
Be there or be square!!! Lots of days to watch some great competitors and their horses!!
Had such a great time last year, doing this again! See the official event on the Walterboro SC 40something page for costs and details, or contact Robin Phillips at (803) 729-0272 between 6pm and 9pm.
Friday 6pm – meet and greet at the Pavilion
Saturday 10 am – ride out, option to do a short 2-1/2 hr ride or longer 4-1/2 ride (pack a lunch!) raffle at 3:30pm (must be present) 6pm catered meal
Sunday 10 am – ride on your own
Stephenville chapter is doing an overnighter at the NRS Event Center and bunkhouse. Ride the grasslands Saturday 10/5…shopping at NRS…dinner in Decatur and ride Sunday 10/6. Then head home. Stalls are available at NRS center…$25 for 12×12 covered or $20 for 10×10 uncovered. To reserve a stall call (940) 627-3949
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
And in final summary, our participating Members will wrap up their competition 2024 year back at Henderson County Fair Grounds in Athens!!! Come out and cheer them on! Your appearance and support is greatly appreciated!
As our interest grows and our Chapter Members develop their Ranch Competition skills, we will continue to participate in this great East Texas Stock Horse association!! Join us there for a fun, event-filled weekend. Pick your Classes, enter at your level, participate and learn. Monthly Clinics are often held to offer knowledge and training improvements. Go to the link provided below and read the details… pay close attention to the offerings each month and the locations. Below is also a sample from the October 2023 Clinic and Show. Locations may be subject to change due to unforeseen conflicts or other circumstances. There is something for everyone… or you can attend to Audit and observe what you just might want to try next!! https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=east%20texas%20stock%20horse
Join us as we celebrate the new 2025 year on the trail!
We are heading out to beautiful Kemper Ranch for a day of trails and fun!
Details available as we get closer to this event.
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, or 361-343-0453.