Calendar

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Jan
1
Mon
Gainesville, TX Attending Black Eyed Pea Trail Ride @ Isle Du Bois @ Lake Ray Roberts
Jan 1 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Back Country Horsemen Of Texas are hosting this annual New Year’s Day Ride. You can come for the weekend or just the day. Bring a potluck dish to go with the black eyed peas for lunch. The only fee is for the park. If you’re staying overnight, make sure you make reservations in advance. Coggins are checked at the park entrance.

Jan
5
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
Jan 5 – Jan 7 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

Jan
12
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating Ranch Sorting of America (RSOA) @ Elite Western Arena
Jan 12 – Jan 14 all-day

RANCH SORTING OF AMERICA!

Come out and sort with us! ALL LEVELS of rider are welcome!  $37 per ride.

see website for more details.  www.RANCHSORTINGOFAMERICA.COM or call: 281-785-1709

**location and dates are subject to change**

Jan
19
Fri
Wylie, TX – **cancelled** participating New Year’s Sort @ Elite Western Arena
Jan 19 – Jan 21 all-day

**event has been cancelled due to weather**

 

NEW YEAR’S SORTING!

Come out and start the New Year off right with some Ranch Sorting! All levels of riders are welcome. NO DRESS CODE!

see website for more details.  www.JBRanch.info

**location and dates are subject to change**

Feb
2
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
Feb 2 – Feb 4 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

Feb
10
Sat
Wylie, TX – attending Ranch sorting practice @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
Feb 10 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come out and practice some ranch sorting!

Top Rail Cowboy Church is hosting ranch sorting practice for all ages and skill levels.

  • Adults – $30
  • Youth – $15

Call or text 214-208-0251 for more information.

Feb
12
Mon
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Sorting practice @ Longhorn Arena & Event Center
Feb 12 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come join us for a fun filled evening of ranch sorting practice ($50/person) OR open arena ride ($30/person).  Dry AND heated arena is a plus in this crazy Texas weather! Saddle up and come ride with us!

**for more information call Belle Grider (972-746-7159)**

Feb
16
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating Ranch Sorting of America (RSOA) @ Elite Western Arena
Feb 16 – Feb 18 all-day

RANCH SORTING OF AMERICA!

Come out and sort with us! ALL LEVELS of rider are welcome!  $37 per ride.

see website for more details.  www.RANCHSORTINGOFAMERICA.COM or call: 281-785-1709

**location and dates are subject to change**

Feb
20
Tue
Wylie, TX – cattle tracking and flag work @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
Feb 20 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come out and practice some ranch sorting!

Top Rail Cowboy Church is hosting ranch sorting practice for all ages and skill levels.

  • Adults – $30
  • Youth – $15

Call or text 214-208-0251 for more information.

Feb
25
Sun
Wylie, TX – 3 man 3 gate @ Top Rail @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
Feb 25 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come out and practice some ranch sorting!

Top Rail Cowboy Church is hosting ranch sorting practice for all ages and skill levels.

  • Adults – $30
  • Youth – $15

Call or text 214-208-0251 for more information.

Mar
1
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
Mar 1 – Mar 3 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

Mar
2
Sat
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!

Mar
3
Sun
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!

Mar
9
Sat
Wylie, TX – trail ride around Lake Lavon **CANCELED** @ Brockdale Trailhead
Mar 9 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Come out and join us on the trails!  With the weather becoming warmer, let’s get out and ride!

*location and date are subject to change pending on weather*

Mar
12
Tue
Wylie, TX – Ranch sorting practice @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
Mar 12 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come out and practice some ranch sorting!

Top Rail Cowboy Church is hosting ranch sorting practice for all ages and skill levels.

  • Adults – $30
  • Youth – FREE FOR SPRING BREAK!

Call or text 214-208-0251 for more information.

Mar
23
Sat
Gainesville, TX Trail Ride @ Hickory Creek WMA @ Hickory Creek WMA (4 Corners)
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Hickory Creek WMA is a beautifully rugged, fun place to ride. The trails are now well marked and clear. You DO need a conservation pass to ride there, unless you already have an OK hunting or fishing license.

Wylie, TX – trail ride @ Chaparral Trail in Farmersville @ Chaparral Trail
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Meet at Bland High School to saddle up.   Come out and join us on the trails!  With the weather becoming warmer, let’s get out and ride!

*location and date are subject to change pending on weather*

Mar
29
Fri
Wylie, TX – Open Arena and Sorting Practice @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
Mar 29 @ 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Open arena starts at 3:00pm and lasts until 5:00pm.

Ranch Sorting practice starts at 5:00pm and runs until 9:00pm.

Come join us for some fun ranch sorting practice. Family friendly ministry set up for beginners to come learn the game of sorting.  We’ll see you there!

Apr
5
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
Apr 5 – Apr 7 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

Apr
6
Sat
Gainesville,TX Attending Celebration Of Life Trail Ride for Peggie Redhorse Kimberlins @ TADRA @ LBJ Grasslands
Apr 6 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

We’re honoring the life of a great Cowgirl. We’ll be having her favorite trail ride lunch after, bologna sandwiches. I think someone is smoking a bologna. So bring a potluck dish to share.

Apr
10
Wed
Wylie, TX – Open arena @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
Apr 10 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come out ride in a dry arena! There are barrels and poles that can be set up if needed. Or just come and hang out with your horse!

Call or text 214-208-0251 for more information.

Apr
21
Sun
Gainesville, TX Dogwood Bloom Trail Ride @ Caddo Grasslands @ Bois D'Arc Trailhead @ Caddo Grasslands
Apr 21 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

The dogwoods are blooming at Caddo Grasslands!! #1, its a lovely time to ride at Caddo AND did I mention the dogwoods? #2, If you wait too long to go ride out there, when it gets hot, the horse flies get vicious. So come enjoy the Grasslands now while its beautiful.

May
3
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
May 3 – May 5 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

May
11
Sat
Gainesville, TX Attending Annual Era Masonic Trail Ride @ G-C Ranch
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come join us, Saturday, May 4, 2024 on our Trail Ride. This beautiful ride is in the area of the historic
“Chisholm Trail” on the G-C Ranch. The ride starts at 10:00 A.M. sharp. Lunch is provided, drinks
will be furnished. Porta Privies will be available.

It is recommended the horses be shod for this ride.
Negative Coggins required-no exceptions. Cost is $30 for adults, $10 for students, and kids under 12 are free.

May
26
Sun
Gainesville, TX Hickory Creek Trail Ride @ Hickory Creek WMA (4 Corners)
May 26 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Hickory Creek is a fun, beautifully rugged ride with lots of hills and scenery. You will need a conservation pass if you don’t already have an Ok hunting or fishing license. You can purchase one through an OK Outdoors app on your phone and just show the game warden that if you get stopped.

May
27
Mon
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Sorting practice @ Longhorn Arena & Event Center
May 27 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come join us for a fun filled evening of ranch sorting practice ($50/person) OR open arena ride ($30/person).  Dry AND heated arena is a plus in this crazy Texas weather! Saddle up and come ride with us!

**for more information call Belle Grider (972-746-7159)**

Jun
1
Sat
Wylie, TX – * Boozy Slush *Rescheduled* @ Lavon, TX
Jun 1 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

**Rescheduled** Date tbd

Come out and ride with us to Boozy Slush located in Lavon. They have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.  If we all want a snack, we can ride over to Sonic that is a short distance down the road.

We will meet at either Mallard Park that is located off HWY 78 near HWY 6 or the picnic area that is next door to Mallard Park. If you do park at the picnic area, please carpool or bring a small trailer.

For those of you going, it is a 10mile round trip ride.

Jun
7
Fri
Wylie, TX – participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
Jun 7 – Jun 9 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

Jun
8
Sat
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

Jun
23
Sun
Gainesville, TX Trail Ride @ Platter Flats @ Platter Flats Equestrian Camp
Jun 23 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Platter Flats is a nice place to ride in summer. Its sandy, theres a nice breeze off the lake and the horse flies arent bad there.

Jul
4
Thu
Wylie, TX Attending Park Street 4th Of July Parade @ Family Fellowship Church
Jul 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

We will be participating in the Park Street 4th of July Parade again this year.  Everyone come join us!!

We will meet up in the parking lot of the Family Fellowship Church parking lot to get ready.  Bring all your patriotic decorations and decorate those horses up and wear your best patriotic outfit you can find!!  Come early enough to be ready for lineup at 9:00 am parade starts at 10:00 am.

There are lots of things going on before and after the parade so look up North East Texas Community Events on Facebook and check out their flyer as to all that is going on.  For instance: Park Street Baptist Church hosts a free pancake breakfast starting at 7:30 am with donations being much appreciated,  Complimentary watermelon after the parade, ETC.  At dusk it all moves over to the Greenville sports park with the Bottle Rocket Bash.

**PLEASE BE SURE TO BRING A BUCKET AND POOPER SCOOPER AND CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR HORSES**  This is a must in order for us to be welcomed back and able to park in the church’s parking lot.

 

Jul
5
Fri
Wylie, TX – **CANCELED** participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
Jul 5 – Jul 7 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

Wylie, TX Friday Night Sort @ 1219 Cattle Company
Jul 5 @ 6:30 pm

Friday night sort!!  Limited riders due to heat and starting later in the day.  Preregister to save a spot.

**Due to being in high demand, this event is full already. Call to be placed on a waiting list in case someone drops out or you want in on a future event date**

Jul
6
Sat
Wylie, TX Attending the Lone Oak Independence Day Parade @ Lone Oak ISD
Jul 6 @ 12:30 pm

This parade will take place on Saturday, July 6th.  We will meet at the Lone Oak High School parking lot.  There will be plenty of parking for trailers.  Be there @12:30 to allow plenty of time to decorate horses and be ready for the parade which starts at 2:30.

Rider parade attire:  Your best RED, WHITE, and BLUE attire.

Come join us for the parade and then we will head to Texas Roadhouse for a tall glass of  sweet tea and a steak dinner.

 

Jul
7
Sun
Wylie, TX – Round Robin @ 1219 Cattle Company
Jul 7 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

OK COWGIRLS!

1219 Cattle Company is putting on a round robin sorting event for us. Get your horse and come out and sort.

There is currently a waiting list for this event.

Call Nikki Ohannessian (214-517-3709) if you would like to get your name on the waiting list.

Jul
13
Sat
Wylie, TX Attending 60th Annual Rodeo Parade
Jul 13 @ 9:00 am

Mark your calendars and come ride with us in the annual rodeo parade!  More details, including parade route, coming soon.

Jul
28
Sun
Gainesville, TX Trail Ride @ Ray Roberts @ Lake Ray Roberts Elm Fork
Jul 28 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

A trail is open at Ray Roberts after tornadoes damaged the area. We’ll take a short ride and get back before it gets too hot.

Aug
2
Fri
Wylie, TX – **CANCELED** participating in Ranch Horse Sports of Northeast Texas @ Longhorn Arena
Aug 2 – Aug 4 all-day

NORTHEAST TEXAS RANCH HORSE ASSOCIATION!

Coming to an arena near you!  There are categories for all levels of riders! Come out and try your hand at sorting.

**location subject to change**

Contact Belle Grider for more information (call 972-746-7159)

Aug
17
Sat
Wylie, TX – *CANCELED* due to extreme heat* North Texas State Fair Parade @ North Texas State Fair & Rodeo
Aug 17 @ 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Its that time of year again, its the North Texas State Fair & Rodeo. We will be participating in the parade on Saturday August 17th.  We will park along Bryan street near First Denton Church at 7:30am.  Parade line up is at 9am.

Parade attire:

  • Pink Long Sleeve
  • Pink polo wraps/ boots
  • Straw/ palm leaf hats
Aug
31
Sat
Wylie, TX – Ride at Big Mineral @ Big Mineral Equestrian Campl
Aug 31 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Summer is almost over! Time to get in one last trail ride before September starts! Join us at Big Mineral Equestrian Camp for a fun time on the trails.  Pack a lunch or snacks to bring with you on the trail.  Ride out by 10:00am

 

*event subject to change*

Sep
1
Sun
Wylie, TX – Ride at Lake Lavon @ Brockdale Trailhead
Sep 1 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Come join us for our first ride of FALL at Lake Lavon, Brockdale trailhead. Brockdale has ample parking, water trough for the horses, and a vault toilet on sight to use before our ride out. Bring a snack or lunch and come join us for lots of fun!

Sep
7
Sat
Gainesville, TX Trail Ride @ Hickory Creek WMA (meet at bridge)
Sep 7 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

This will be probably the last ride of the year at Hickory Creek before they close it for hunting season. Hickory Creek is a fun, fairly rugged ride. We’re meeting at the bridge. If youre coming and don’t know where to go, contact Carolyn Grayson, listed as the event coordinator and she’ll send you a pin.

Sep
13
Fri
Greenville, TX – Ranch Horse Sports Show @ WES ARENA
Sep 13 @ 7:00 pm – Sep 15 @ 5:00 pm

See Flyer for Details and Class Information.

Sep
14
Sat
Gainesville, TX Attending LRRETA Trail Ride @ Lake Ray Roberts Isle Du Bois
Sep 14 @ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

LRRETA is an organization involved in maintaining the equestrian trails around Lake Ray Roberts. We’ll be joining them for their September trail ride. Lake Ray Roberts is a nice place to ride but can be a little rocky. Coggins will be checked at the main gate.

Wylie, TX – Boozy Slush Ride @ Picinic Area
Sep 14 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Now that Mother Nature isn’t trying to cook us, come join us for a fun ride to Boozy Slush, located in Lavon! We always have lots of fun and laughs on this ride.

**event is subject to change based on weather**

Sep
21
Sat
Gainesville, TX Trail Ride @ Hickory Creek WMA 4 corners
Sep 21 @ 10:00 am – 1:30 pm

Hickory Creek is a fun, fairly rugged ride. The area will be closed in Oct through Jan for hunting season. So this will be our last opportunity for awhile. You’ll need an OK hunting or fishing license to access their public lands. If you’re from TX & over 65, you’re exempt.

Sep
28
Sat
Gainesville, TX Shawnee Trail Ride & Parade @ Shawnee Camp
Sep 28 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

We’re bringing back the historic Shawnee Trail Ride! The Shawnee Trail moved cattle from Dallas to Missouri in the 1800s. The trail crossed the Red River at Preston Point in Pottsboro. In the 1960s, some guys hitched up their wagons and rode horses from Pottsboro to Dallas to open the State Fair. The ride had its 50th anniversary in 2010 and disappeared.The 40SC are bringing it back! We’ll ride through the parade to kick off Frontier Days in Pottsboro and make a 14 mile loop to Hagerman Wildlife Refuge for lunch and back. Camping is available Fri  & Sat nights.

Wylie, TX – Donuts in Downtown McKinney @ McKinney Stables
Sep 28 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Come meet us at the McKinney Stables off 380 and come get donuts in downtown McKinney.

Meet us at 10:00am and be ready to ride out by 10:30am. We will ride to Donuts R More at 101 N. Mcdonald St. STE 101, McKinney, TX 75069.  After donuts, we will ride through downtown McKinney and enjoy the weather and the small town downtown atmosphere.

Oct
12
Sat
Gainesville, TX Attending Murder Mystery Trail Ride @ TADRA @ LBJ Grasslands
Oct 12 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Fundraiser event for Back Country Horsemen of Texas. There will be a ride, lunch included, an auction, prizes given and more! Items donated for auction are appreciated. The Back Country Horsemen of Texas help support equestrian trails all over the state.

Oct
13
Sun
Wylie, TX – Donuts in Downtown McKinney @ McKinney Stables
Oct 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Come meet us at the McKinney Stables off 380 and come get donuts in downtown McKinney.

Meet us at 10:00am and be ready to ride out by 10:30am. We will ride to Donuts R More at 101 N. Mcdonald St. STE 101, McKinney, TX 75069.  After donuts, we will ride through downtown McKinney and enjoy the weather and the small town downtown atmosphere.