Calendar

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Jan
27
Sat
Abilene, TX Tack Swap @ Oplin Community Center @ Oplin Commmunity Center
Jan 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

An Opportunity for the community to buy, sell or trade. Come shop for saddles, bridles, blankets, trailers, boots, show clothes and more!

A bulletin board will be available to advertise your horses for sale, events, and equine services.

Barter is best but Cash is King!!

Feb
1
Thu
Big Spring TX Attending Grand Opening @ VA Hospital
Feb 1 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Come out  and join in on the celebration at the VA Hospital in Big Spring.  The new community center on the VA campus is done and we were invited to attend.  All Cowgirls are welcome.  Pink button down shirts please… Hats optional as we will be inside.

Feb
14
Wed
Big Spring TX Valentine Bingo at the VA @ VA Hospital
Feb 14 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm

Come join in on the fun at the VA with some bingo and a Valentines Day Party…. All are welcome.  We will meet up and decorate before the guys get there for bingo.  Pink button downs please…. All are welcome… Contact Terri for all the details…

Feb
18
Sun
Franklin, NC – Rescheduled to 2/18/24, Volunteer at Hot Mess Horse rescue @ Hot Mess Horse Rescue, Franklin Nc
Feb 18 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Volunteer Services for Hot Mess Horse and Animal Rescue – Cowgirls have been asked to assist with fencing and animal care. We are meeting at the rescue on Old Murphy Road. All materials are on site for the fence repair, which is needed to separate the horses from the cows, goats, and alpacas. Laura Thornton has offered to pay and declined payment since earning and fundraising for horse rescues is very difficult. We are honored to show cowgirl generosity and compassion to the owner and these deserving animals. We welcome cowgirls and their families to donate time and services to this amazing rescue in the heart of our community

Contact via Facebook Messenger

Laura Lewis Thornton

Shawna Ray

Tammy Stingone

Mar
1
Fri
McMinnville OR Attending gigantic garage sale at the farm @ The Willows Branch Horse
Mar 1 @ 9:00 am – Mar 2 @ 10:00 am

It is springtime and they are ready for a giant garage sale at the farm. There is something for everyone Friday 9 AM Saturday 9 AM

Plenty of parking and easy access off highway 22

Come down for a meet and greet with some of the rescues. Always bring your camera for fun. Farm photos
All proceeds go towards the upkeep and maintenance of the rescue

 

Mar
14
Thu
Big Spring TX Horse Day at the VA @ VA Hospital
Mar 14 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Calling all Cowgirls, We are bringing our horses to the VA hospital for some outside  therapy for our favorite group of veterans.  If you are interested, please only bring a CALM horse…  The horses will be groomed, walked out and loved on, no riding.  ALL Cowgirls are encouraged to join us, especially if you are not bringing a horse, we need hands on the ground.. Please wear pink button downs, hats optional…We will park in the back west end parking lot…

Mar
15
Fri
Columbia Basin, WA – 2024 BCHW Rendezvous @ Kittitas Valley Event Center, Ellensburg, WA
Mar 15 @ 8:00 am – Mar 17 @ 5:00 pm

What is Rendezvous?? 

It is a state sponsored event put on by Back Country Horsemen of Washington that is open to the public. This is a non-riding event. We offer educational classes, shopping, social and informative events and seminars. There are no fees for anything other than the Saturday nights catered dinner and the on-site camping.

Reservation Forms for the weekend:

 

To purchase Saturday night dinner tickets and camping on site.

 

Online Reservation Form:  Click Here 

 

Dinner Menu:  Prime Rib, Potato Dish, Salad and Roll

Vegetarian Menu:  Portobello Mushrooms, Potato Dish, Salad and Roll

              

Printable Paper Camping and Catered Dinner reservation form:  Click Here

 

First Aid/CPR Classes

To register for the Member Only First Aid/CPR Classes please email us at [email protected] and the form will be sent to you.

 

Sawyer Certification Training (Classroom Only)

Saturday March 16th.  If you want to take the class, please register by filling out our online Class Registration Form by Clicking Here and select the March 16th Date.

                      

           Early Bird rates end on March 1st.

           No refunds after March 1st

Check out all the great photos from last year’s event by clicking here!!

 


 

There will be a General Membership meeting and 2023 Award Presentations for all to attend on Sunday morning at 10:00 in the Teanaway Room!!  

 

Hospitality Cart!

There will be a hospitality cart rolling around the facility over the weekend with coffee and such.

Our Ellensburg Valley Chapter is proud to announce the sponsorship of our local 4-H Club “Stirrups and Irons” this year at Rendezvous. We have 10 anxious kids making plans right now for their 3 Day job running the Hospitality Cart. It has been a pleasure for us working with this group.
When you get anything off the cart please tip and/or donate to the kids.  All tips and donations will go to their Club and this event is a huge fundraiser for their Mission Statement as well!!
THANK YOU!!

 

Printable Flyer   8″ x 10″     Click Here

 

Tack Sale Flyer:        Click Here   

Consignment Agreement.  Everyone bringing tack to sell MUST print, fill out and bring with your tack to the sale. 

Click Here to print your Consignment Agreement, fill it out and email it to the address at the bottom.

 

Packing Competition Flyer:  Click Here

 

Table Decoration Contest:   Click Here

 

Dessert Auction Information    Click Here   for the information and rules.

 

List of Vendor:    Click Here   For the current list of vendors.

 

If you visit any of the businesses on the attached document, please mention that you are in Ellensburg because of BCHW Rendezvous. 

Mar
16
Sat
Estacada, OR – Attending Clackamas County 4-H Tack and Bake Sale @ Clackamas County Fair & Event Center
Mar 16 @ 8:00 am – 1:30 pm

Come support the Clackamas County 4-H Tack and Bake Sale!!

$1 admission and $5 parking; CASH ONLY

New and Used Horse Related Items! YOU DONT WANT TO MISS OUT ON THE TONS OF VENDORS AND ITEMS AVAILABLE!!

If you miss signing the roster with us, please take a picture of yourself at the event and send it to me!

Let’s make this a great day!!

 

Mar
22
Fri
Benbrook TX – LOCATION CHANGE Rutledge Patient Trail Ride @ Holiday Park
Mar 22 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

LOCATION CHANGE due to weather- access the parking lot off of Pearl Ranch Road from 377.

Come join us as we assist Rutledge clients enjoy the benefits of equine therapy. We will not be riding, but will be assisting young adults who are undergoing cancer treatments. Whether riding the trails or grooming horses, we need cowgirls there to help.

Patients will book through Rutledge at the direction of their medical advisers.

Apr
6
Sat
McMinnville OR Attending Trotting in to Summer @ Polk Couty Fairgrounds
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – Jun 1 @ 9:43 pm

First annual Polk County, 4H summer horse tax sale
advisory committee and fundraisers to support the Polk county for equestrian

Apr
7
Sun
Wylie, TX – attending Cowgirl Challenge @ Cooke County Cowboy Church
Apr 7 @ 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Hello Cowgirls!

Cowgirl Challenge Gainsville Texas is putting on another show in 2024!

There will be 4 events this season:

  • 1:1 Sorting
  • 1:1 Penning
  • Barrels
  • Timed Trail (Speed Trail)

*PRE ENTER ONLY!!

Age Divisions and entry fees (limited to 20 per group:

  • 17 & Under – $125.00
  • 18-39 – $175.00
  • 40 & over – $175.00

*Buckles to every age group*

Covered arena and concessions on site.

Contact R0chelle Rondy (989-763-3276) for more information

Here’s some answers to some common questions that may be asked:

Q. I’d like to come, can you put my name down?
A. I would love to, I can only hold you a spot with payment received. We are only taking 20 entries per age group. They are selling fast. PLEASE Pre Pay. https://venmo.com/Rochelle-Rondy
This will also help us have payback, prizes, and cattle numbers figured out ahead of time
Q. May I enter more than 1 horse?
A. We will allow more than one horse per rider. You have to ride the same horse for all 4 events.
Q. What time does it start?
A. 1 PM
Q. Are there refunds?
A. We will allow you to sell your paid spot. Just send us a text on the person’s name you sold it to. (Same age group is preferred)
Q. What is Speed Trail?
A. You will open a swinging gate, jump over a log, pull a rope tied to a log, run around a barrel, then out and shut the gate.
Q. I’ve never done this kind of thing before, can I compete?
A. Let’s do this together! We all support each other. Everyone that has called me has not done everyone of these events either.
Q.Will there be a dress code?
A. Boots are mandatory. We will be taking a lot of pictures, wear what you think looks best.
Q. Is sorting and penning one (1) woman?
A.Yes it is. For sorting -a number is called, you have to keep your good calf in that pen, sort as many wrong number cattle across the line as you can. If your good calf crosses the hole line, you are disqualified.
Penning- Number is called, you get that one number out, put it in a pen that is against the wall at the other end of the arena. 60 second time clock on each event.
Q. Are Coggins required?
A. Yes, All event participants at Cooke County Cowboy Church require a proof of coggins. If you have already shown them at an event there, you are good to go.
I hope this helps. Keep the questions coming. We love to hear from you. We are super excited to do something different. And GIRLS, you are going to LOVE the Western Themed prizes!
Enjoy your day!
Rochelle Rondy
989 763 3276
Apr
19
Fri
Early, Texas. Brown county Ranch Rodeo @ Earl Q Wilson Arena
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 20 @ 9:00 am

Early, Texas   Will be attending the Brownwood County Fair Association 3rd Annual Ranch  Rodeo

2 Qualifier Events,
Teams of 5 compete in 5 events of the working Cowboys

 

weekend pass , both qualifiers and finals $25
Jimmy Throwbridge ( 325-998-3219 )

jthrowbridge3219@yahoo.com

Apr
25
Thu
Abilene, TX HSU Western Heritage Day @ Hardin Simmons University
Apr 25 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

If anyone is interested in volunteering for western heritage day at Hardin-Simmons, they are looking for people to show kids how to rope (like 1st graders). In the past HSU students who don’t know how to rope have helped but they’d love to have “real cowgirls/boys” come to show how it’s done.

Western Heritage Day


It is Thursday April 25th 8 am- noon. Over 2000 kids are already signed up.
Other western things to show the kids are also open for suggestion. The six white horses will have a farrier working on them for one of the stations.

Apr
26
Fri
Benbrook TX – CANCELED-WEATHER Rutledge Patient Trail Ride @ Rocky Creek Park
Apr 26 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come join us as we assist Rutledge clients enjoy the benefits of equine therapy. We will not be riding, but will be assisting young adults who are undergoing cancer treatments. Whether riding the trails or grooming horses, we need cowgirls there to help.

Patients will book through Rutledge at the direction of their medical advisers.

Apr
27
Sat
Benbrook, TX NEW DATE TBA -RC Clean up day @ Rocky Creek Pk
Apr 27 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

WEATHER pushed the date. Will update the event once we have a new date.
TADRA will be working on cleaning up this trail that we so enjoy using for free.. Please come out & give us a hand.

KINNEAR, WY Attending BCH Tack Sale @ Heritage Hall/Fairgrounds
Apr 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Attending BCH Tack Sale- 9am-2pm at the Heritage Hall at the Fairgrounds. $30 per table or just come see what everyone is selling!

May
3
Fri
BRECKENRIDGE, TX – Stephens County Ranch Rodeo @ Stephens County Rodeo Association
May 3 – May 5 all-day

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=835500398593196&set=a.460627439413829

Come out and watch some of the best cowboys compete at the Ranch Rodeo in Breckenridge! It’ll be a weekend full of fun! 🤠
You won’t want to miss out on Sunday either, these kids are handy! It’s always a great time and good watching!
💥 See y’all May 3rd – 5th! 💥
Concession stand will be available! 🍔
If you haven’t been out to the arena in some time, we now how covered bleachers and nice bathrooms! We’ve made lots of improvements to our facility! Come check it out! 🤩

 

May
4
Sat
Cottage Grove, Oregon OHC Tack Sale @ Oregon Horse Center
May 4 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Tack Sale at OHC hope that ya’ll can come will be a lot of fun and lots of goodies to choose from.

McMinnville OR Attending Oregon Horse Center Tack Sale @ Oregon Horse Center
May 4 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

One day, only spring tax sale at the Prairie  complexe

May
17
Fri
Wylie, TX – Wylie Chapter Cowgirl challenge @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
May 17 – May 19 all-day

ATTENTION COWGIRLS!!!!

Please join us for our FIRST ANNUAL 40 SOMETHING COWGIRL CHALLENGE!  We will be partnering with Bar Double G Quarter Horses in producing this event!

** NEGATIVE COGGINS REQUIRED**

Starting with approximately 15 (4-rider) teams.

**Cost will be $100 per rider/ $400 per team of 4 cowgirls (pay fees by cash/ check/ cash app/ venmo/ zelle/ paypal/ or credit card**

Limited stalls/ pens & RV spots available (FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN ENTRY FEE). Primitive camping available.

Concessions will be open.

Check in will be Friday, May 17th starting at 6:00pm.

Events will start on Saturday, May 18th.

EVENTS WILL INCLUDE:

  • Ranch penning
  • Saddle Horse Race
  • Arena Sorting
  • Pony Express Race
  • Cattle Drive
  • Obstacle Challenge    

50% PAYBACK INCLUDING AWARDS

**AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN OUT SUNDAY MAY 19TH AFTER THE OBSTACLE CHALLENGE**

*events & location are subject to change*   Call 972-746-7159 for any questions.

May
19
Sun
Wylie, TX – attending Cowgirl Challenge @ Cooke County Cowboy Church
May 19 @ 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Hello Cowgirls!

Cowgirl Challenge Gainsville Texas is putting on another show in 2024!

There will be 4 events this season:

  • 1:1 Sorting
  • 1:1 Penning
  • Barrels
  • Timed Trail (Speed Trail)

*PRE ENTER ONLY!!

Age Divisions and entry fees (limited to 20 per group:

  • 17 & Under – $125.00
  • 18-39 – $175.00
  • 40 & over – $175.00

*Buckles to every age group*

Covered arena and concessions on site.

Contact R0chelle Rondy (989-763-3276) for more information

Here’s some answers to some common questions that may be asked:

Q. I’d like to come, can you put my name down?
A. I would love to, I can only hold you a spot with payment received. We are only taking 20 entries per age group. They are selling fast. PLEASE Pre Pay. https://venmo.com/Rochelle-Rondy
This will also help us have payback, prizes, and cattle numbers figured out ahead of time
Q. May I enter more than 1 horse?
A. We will allow more than one horse per rider. You have to ride the same horse for all 4 events.
Q. What time does it start?
A. 1 PM
Q. Are there refunds?
A. We will allow you to sell your paid spot. Just send us a text on the person’s name you sold it to. (Same age group is preferred)
Q. What is Speed Trail?
A. You will open a swinging gate, jump over a log, pull a rope tied to a log, run around a barrel, then out and shut the gate.
Q. I’ve never done this kind of thing before, can I compete?
A. Let’s do this together! We all support each other. Everyone that has called me has not done everyone of these events either.
Q.Will there be a dress code?
A. Boots are mandatory. We will be taking a lot of pictures, wear what you think looks best.
Q. Is sorting and penning one (1) woman?
A.Yes it is. For sorting -a number is called, you have to keep your good calf in that pen, sort as many wrong number cattle across the line as you can. If your good calf crosses the hole line, you are disqualified.
Penning- Number is called, you get that one number out, put it in a pen that is against the wall at the other end of the arena. 60 second time clock on each event.
Q. Are Coggins required?
A. Yes, All event participants at Cooke County Cowboy Church require a proof of coggins. If you have already shown them at an event there, you are good to go.
I hope this helps. Keep the questions coming. We love to hear from you. We are super excited to do something different. And GIRLS, you are going to LOVE the Western Themed prizes!
Enjoy your day!
Rochelle Rondy
989 763 3276
May
27
Mon
Early, Texas. Honoring Veterans with Grave site flags @ Greenleaf Cemetery
May 27 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Early,  Texas

Join us in honoring and remembering Veterans with grave site  flags for Memorial Day

 

May
31
Fri
Benbrook TX – Rutledge Patient Trail Ride @ Rocky Creek Park
May 31 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come join us as we assist Rutledge clients enjoy the benefits of equine therapy. We will not be riding, but will be assisting young adults who are undergoing cancer treatments. Whether riding the trails or grooming horses, we need cowgirls there to help.

Patients will book through Rutledge at the direction of their medical advisers.

Jun
1
Sat
Estacada, OR -Attending Summer Tack Sale @ Peggy Boyer
Jun 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Event by Peggy Boyer and Laura Boileau.

Summer Horse Tack Sale. LOTS of Western and English saddles, tons of bridles, reins, bits, saddle pads, and tons more! Unique vintage tack items too.

Several vendors attending.

LETS GO CHECK IT OUT!! NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU WILL FIND THAT YOU MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO LIVE WITHOUT!!

Jun
2
Sun
Wylie, TX – attending Cowgirl Challenge @ Cooke County Cowboy Church
Jun 2 @ 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Hello Cowgirls!

Cowgirl Challenge Gainsville Texas is putting on another show in 2024!

There will be 4 events this season:

  • 1:1 Sorting
  • 1:1 Penning
  • Barrels
  • Timed Trail (Speed Trail)

*PRE ENTER ONLY!!

Age Divisions and entry fees (limited to 20 per group:

  • 17 & Under – $125.00
  • 18-39 – $175.00
  • 40 & over – $175.00

*Buckles to every age group*

Covered arena and concessions on site.

Contact R0chelle Rondy (989-763-3276) for more information

Here’s some answers to some common questions that may be asked:

Q. I’d like to come, can you put my name down?
A. I would love to, I can only hold you a spot with payment received. We are only taking 20 entries per age group. They are selling fast. PLEASE Pre Pay. https://venmo.com/Rochelle-Rondy
This will also help us have payback, prizes, and cattle numbers figured out ahead of time
Q. May I enter more than 1 horse?
A. We will allow more than one horse per rider. You have to ride the same horse for all 4 events.
Q. What time does it start?
A. 1 PM
Q. Are there refunds?
A. We will allow you to sell your paid spot. Just send us a text on the person’s name you sold it to. (Same age group is preferred)
Q. What is Speed Trail?
A. You will open a swinging gate, jump over a log, pull a rope tied to a log, run around a barrel, then out and shut the gate.
Q. I’ve never done this kind of thing before, can I compete?
A. Let’s do this together! We all support each other. Everyone that has called me has not done everyone of these events either.
Q.Will there be a dress code?
A. Boots are mandatory. We will be taking a lot of pictures, wear what you think looks best.
Q. Is sorting and penning one (1) woman?
A.Yes it is. For sorting -a number is called, you have to keep your good calf in that pen, sort as many wrong number cattle across the line as you can. If your good calf crosses the hole line, you are disqualified.
Penning- Number is called, you get that one number out, put it in a pen that is against the wall at the other end of the arena. 60 second time clock on each event.
Q. Are Coggins required?
A. Yes, All event participants at Cooke County Cowboy Church require a proof of coggins. If you have already shown them at an event there, you are good to go.
I hope this helps. Keep the questions coming. We love to hear from you. We are super excited to do something different. And GIRLS, you are going to LOVE the Western Themed prizes!
Enjoy your day!
Rochelle Rondy
989 763 3276
Jun
4
Tue
Big Spring TX Summer School Kick-off @ Moss Elementary School Campus
Jun 4 @ 10:45 am – 12:45 pm

Come out and join us with the “Western” theme to kick off the start of summer school for the local kids.  We will have our kissing booth along with a couple horses.  Come out and help us get these kids excited.  All Cowgirls are welcome.

Jul
1
Mon
Newberg, OR – Attending Rascal Rodeo – Molalla, OR @ Molalla Buckaroo Grounds
Jul 1 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm

Rascal Rodeo: “Helping those with physical and developmental disabilities discover unknown abilities in a unique, safe and modified rodeo environment.”

 

Come join the Newberg Chapter, we will be volunteering for this amazing event.  Volunteers will receive Rascal Rodeo T-shirts for the event, we should all wear 40SC hats or ?? to represent ourselves as 40SC!!

All the information and registration can be found @

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