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Jan
13
Sat
Breckenridge, Tx-FWSSR Parade @ Downtown Fort Worth
Jan 13 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join us and other Texas Chapters for the FWSSR Parade.

FULL PARADE ATTIRE!!!!!!

Please have your 40SC pink blouse, 40SC black jacket, black felt hat or helmet, fuchsia wild rag,  blue jeans. Horse needs 40SC black saddle pad, pink polo wraps. Depending on weather you can layer under parade attire. Gloves to be handed out at parade if they are to be used.

Please have your waivered filled out and either back to your Queen or mail them to FWSSR. I have placed the link below for you. They are due by Nov 30th, NO fax or email entries will be excepted. More information as it comes to us will be posted!

  • All parade participants must review and sign a Participant Release Form. Release Forms must accompany the organization’s application at time of submission.
  • Participants must carefully read and abide by all Parade rules.
  • Health Papers: All horses and other equine are required to have proper health papers to participate in the parade or enter staging area. Riders must be in possession of health papers at all times. See ” Official Health Requirements” as provided in the application information for mandatory health requirements on horses and other equine.

https://www.fwssr.com/p/participate/stock-show-parade

Now let’s go show FWSSR who 40 Something Cowgirls are!!!!!

 

 

STEPHENVILLE TX – FWSS PARADE @ Fort Worth Stock show parade
Jan 13 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Parade starts at 11:oo am.  Plan accordingly.  Pink button down, pink scarf, black 40something jacket ,black felt hat black saddle pad, jeans and boots.

Wylie, TX Cowgirl Luncheon @ Mi Cocina
Jan 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

After the parade we will meet up for lunch at Mi Cocina before heading back home. Lots of room for parking trailers.  Please let us know if you are going to join us so that we can give them a headcount ahead of time.  Deadline to RSVP is Wednesday , January 10.

Jan
20
Sat
Kings Mountain, NC Lunch @ Sweet Caroline’s Restaurant
Jan 20 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Meeting for lunch instead of riding due to the cold front bringing us a high of 33!!!!

Meet at Sweet Caroline’s at Noon!!

See you there!

Jan
25
Thu
Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ H. Cooper Black
Jan 25 @ 12:00 pm – Jan 30 @ 11:00 am

H. Cooper Black for another Camp and Ride

located at 279 Sporting Dog Trail, Cheraw, SC for a winter ride. The trails are flat, sandy and well marked. 

To make reservations please contact the park via their website www.reserve.southcarolinaparks.com/ h-cooper-black. 

Jan
27
Sat
Wylie, TX Cowgirl Luncheon @ The Forge
Jan 27 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Come meet us at The Forge for lunch following our shopping trip at 4T.

Graham TX Cowgirl Lunch @ Railhead Smokehouse
Jan 27 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us for lunch after the FWSSR grand entry! Meeting time is approximately 1:00 or as soon as we can get there after the grand entry.  All are welcome!

Jan
28
Sun
Green River, Wyoming – Lunch/Meeting Gathering @ China Garden
Jan 28 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Let’s get 2024 off to a start.  This will be a lunch/meeting gathering.  Discussion will be but not limited to:  upcoming events, chapter slush fund, HQ updates, and much more.  Please bring suggestions, ideas, and information for future events.  You don’t want to miss this one as there are some surprises in store too!

Feb
11
Sun
Church Point, LA – Traditional Mardi Gras Parade and events @ Prince Ranch
Feb 11 @ 7:00 am – 2:00 pm

Enjoy a traditional Mardi Gras Parade continued with a chicken run and a grease pig chase.

Howard Venable road and surrounding roads will be closed from 6 am to 4 pm so arrive early.  There will be parking at the Vcross ranch, we will shuttle to the Prince ranch.

Feb
15
Thu
Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Leatherwood Mountain
Feb 15 @ 12:00 pm – Feb 18 @ 1:00 pm

Leatherwood Mountain  Camp and Ride

Premier Equine Facility located in Ferguson , NC is a wonderful destination horseback riding vacation for you and your horses. Over 75 miles of beautiful NC trails to explore that consist of long woodsy paths along beautiful ridges, old logging roads, lots of creek crossings and minimal to long climbs and descents. The trails are safe, well marked and mapped. When you and your equine companion visit the heart of “Horse Country” you may never want to leave!

For reservations call: 336-973-5044

Feb
22
Thu
Midland, TX-Monthly Lunch With the Girls @ Murray's Restaurant and Deli
Feb 22 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Some days we just need a Cowgirl break in the middle of the week!  Let’s get together for a quick lunch a few laughs.

Feb
24
Sat
Benbrook, TX Bar & Grill @ Hammonds BBQ
Feb 24 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Come and join us for some good ole Southern BBQ at Hammonds BBQ after our ride at SIX-O Ranch.  Best Onion Rings this side of the Mississippi!

Feb
28
Wed
Benbrook, TX Lunch Loco Coyote @ Loco Coyote
Feb 28 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Lunch after our ride at High Hope.  We will be at Loco Coyote for Bar and Grill.  Come and join us!

Mar
7
Thu
Forsyth GA Camp and Ride with Kings Mtn Chapter of NC in Spartanburg SC @ Croft State Park
Mar 7 @ 1:00 pm – Mar 10 @ 2:00 pm

Croft State Park Camp and Ride with the Kings Mountain NC Chapter from Mar 7-10th.

This park located in Spartanburg, SC is widely popular and is known around the region for its equestrian facilities. The park regularly hosts shows in its arena and boasts more than 20 miles of equestrian trails. Mostly flat trails, rocky and roots in some areas. 

Water/Power at each site. 

For reservations go to: https://reserve.southcarolinaparks.com/croft

Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Croft State Park
Mar 7 @ 1:00 pm – Mar 10 @ 2:00 pm

Croft State Park Camp and Ride

This park located in Spartanburg, SC is widely popular and is known around the region for its equestrian facilities. The park regularly hosts shows in its arena and boasts more than 20 miles of equestrian trails. Mostly flat trails, rocky and roots in some areas. 

Water/Power at each site. 

For reservations go to: https://reserve.southcarolinaparks.com/croft

Mar
14
Thu
Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Mill Creek Campground
Mar 14 @ 2:00 pm – Mar 17 @ 1:00 pm

Manchester Spring Trail Ride   Camp and Ride

Located in Pinewood, SC

Reservations are accepted usually one -two months prior to the event. The event is a fundraiser for the Manchester Trail Riders Club. These folks put a lot of work into it and make sure everyone has a great time.

Mostly flat and sandy trails. Awesome trail ride with food, bands and vendors! 

Water/Power at each site. Bathhouse on site. You’ll need to high line or corral your horse. 

Please let Joelle know if you’d like to go and she can give you the number for registration once it opens up. 

Mar
16
Sat
STEPHENVILLE TX = Dublin Tx St. Patricks parade @ Dublin Tx Saint Patricks Parade
Mar 16 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Time to bling green!

Benbrook, TX BBQ Lunch @ Cooper Barbeque
Mar 16 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Come one come all and get your BBQ on and bring the hubbies, the kiddos and the grands for Coopers BBQ before the big parade!

Ball Ground Ga. Monthly Round Up Meet and Greet @ Sidelines Grill Riverstone
Mar 16 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Connect with fellow cowgirls in and around the Ballground, Ga area to hear about upcoming events and rides

Benbrook TX – Cowtown Goes Green Parade @ Fort Worth Stockyards
Mar 16 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Parade starts at 4 pm and a current coggins is require s to participate. We will be in white shirts, black 40SC vests, black hats and Kelly green bandanas!

add as much green to that as you can!

Parade trailer parking in lot 5. Check in by 2:30!

Mar
20
Wed
Benbrook, TX Shopping & Lunch @ Stone's Throw Farm
Mar 20 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us for lunch and shopping in support of this family owned, unique, organic market less than a mile from the trail head.  Lots of home made breads, organic meats, veggies and canned goods.

Mar
21
Thu
Greenville, TX – Train Robber Ranch Camp & Ride @ Train Robber Ranch
Mar 21 @ 12:00 pm – Mar 24 @ 2:00 pm

Camping and trail riding at one of our very favorite places! Sadly there are limited spots available!

Shoot an email and let us know what type of spot and how many pens you would need.  🙂

Mar
23
Sat
Salem, OR Attending Breakfast at Camille’s @ Camille's Bistro
Mar 23 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Come have Breakfast before wandering around the Expo.

Mar
27
Wed
Benbrook, TX Shuffleboard & BurgersLOCATION CHANGE @ Woody's Bar & Grill
Mar 27 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Shuffleboard and Burgers at Woody’s after the ride. LOCATION CHANGE

Mar
28
Thu
Greenville, TX – LBJ Grasslands Campout & Trial Ride @ LBJ Grasslands
Mar 28 @ 12:00 pm – Mar 31 @ 3:00 pm

EASTER WEEKEND CAMPING, TRAIL RIDE and FUN HORSE GAMES!!!

Thursday through Sunday (Easter) – Come when you can and stay as long as you want! The guys are welcome to join us!  Limited Space – Register Your Spot ASAP!!
RV Spots -$25/Night Stalls -$5/Night Rooms in House Available
Call/Text (972) 746-7159 to reserve your spots!

Group meals will be planned once we have the attendance list finalized.

We’ll have some fun & games planned too! It’ll be a blast!!

Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ 4B Farm and Campground
Mar 28 @ 1:00 pm – Mar 31 @ 12:00 pm

4B Farm and Campground   Camp and Ride

Located adjacent to the Uwharrie National Forest and at the Badin Lake Recreation Area. Miles of trails with minimal inclines. Some areas are rocky and roots. Boots or shoes recommended. 

Water/Power at each site. 

For reservations go to: https://4bfarmandcampground.com/

Mar
29
Fri
Belfair, WA – Attend Easter Ride & Campout with Olympic Chapter BCHW @ Green Mountain Horse Camp ~ CANCELLED @ Green Mountain Horse Camp
Mar 29 @ 9:00 am – Mar 31 @ 5:00 pm

EVENT CANCELLED BY BCHW DUE TO LACK OF INTEREST

Abilene, TX Lunch @ Hickory Street @ Hickory Street Cafe
Mar 29 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Let’s connect on Good Friday! Have some lunch in a beautifully restored Victorian house. Another opportunity for cowgirl fellowship. See you there!

Abilene, Tx- Lets Do Lunch @ Hickory Street Cafe
Mar 29 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Join us out to lunch in one of Abilene’s cutest restaurants, Hickory Street Cafe. Let’s catch up and enjoy a good meal with each other. See y’all there!

Apr
5
Fri
Belton SC cowgirls going to Caney Mountain Arkansas @ Caney Mountain Horse camp
Apr 5 – Apr 9 all-day

We’re going to see the eclipse! Best spot in US for viewing. Come camp, ride, and enjoy . There are cabins, rooms, campsites available. primitive camping. Showers, water available. Call campground for reservations.

Apr
6
Sat
Abilene, TX San Angelo rodeo parade
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

https://www.sanangelorodeo.com/p/generalrodeo/parade

Collinwood, TN 2024 Mule Day Parade @ Rotary Park
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

We will be riding in the Mule Day Parade.  Meeting in Rotary Park and following the parade route.

Wylie, TX Lunch Date @ The Local Fork
Apr 6 @ 3:00 pm

We always work up a huge appetite after working a fun Playday event so lets go grab a glass of sweet tea and some good ol’ country style cooked food at The Local Fork in Emory.  Even if you weren’t able to make the playday come join us!!

Apr
8
Mon
Early, Texas Solar Eclipse Milkshakes and Pie @ Pecans .Com
Apr 8 @ 11:00 am – 12:15 pm

Early, Texas.  Solar eclipse Milkshakes and Pie

Grab your solar glasses along with your sweet tooth and enjoy a delicious slice of pie and milkshake at the Beautiful new Pecans.com cafe
Will we see aliens when the ski turn completely dark ?
WHO KNOWS ?
But one thing you can guarantee,  is plenty of laughs and a delicious dessert

this event is Dutch

Apr
10
Wed
Belton SC Trail ride/Camp with LCSC at Wagoner SC @ Shulls Camp
Apr 10 – Apr 14 all-day

Come join the Laurens Club memorial for Mr Shull, spring ride. Primitive camping, generators allowed. Steak dinner on Saturday night with entertainment. Sandy road trails mostly. Come as Elizabeth Bigham’s guest for 25$. Please contact Libby (864) 9081717 before April 5th to reserve dinner. We’ll have a chili cook off Friday night.  T shirts available to buy at camp. Pens or high lines for horses. Negative coggins required.

Apr
11
Thu
Benbrook, TX Caney Mt Adventure @ Caney Mountain Horse Camp
Apr 11 @ 7:00 am – Apr 17 @ 8:00 am

Caney Mountain Horse Camp in approx an 8 hour drive from Fort Worth. There are numerous videos on YouTube featuring Caney Mountain and all that it has to offer.  It will be magnificent with all of the Spring foliage.  This is a great opportunity to challenge yourself and your mount.  They have guides and trails for all levels of riders.  YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN RESERVATIONS.   There is a restaurant at the camp. It is near Big Flat.  You will see a sign that says Leatherwood Wilderness and another sign that says 1118. Directions are on their website campsites are $30.00 per night no hook ups available generator only.   uncovered stalls are $10 per night covered are $20 Water is available and there is a bath house.

Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ Lee State Park
Apr 11 @ 1:00 pm – Apr 14 @ 2:00 pm

Lee State Park       Camp and Ride

487 Loop Rd., Bishopville, SC

Trails that run along the Lynches River. Sandy and flat terrain, no shoes nor boots necessary.  

Each campsite has two horse corrals, as well as power and water. There is a bath house in the campground as well.

For reservations:

https://reserve.southcarolinaparks.com/lee

 

Apr
16
Tue
McMinnville OR Cyrus horse camp @ Cyrus horse camp
Apr 16 @ 11:55 pm – Apr 20 @ 12:55 am

no reservations needed first come first serve
Great riding at Cyrus horse camp. No reservations are needed.
Come enjoy some awesome Cowgirls.

Apr
18
Thu
Ball Ground, GA Horse Camping- A H Stevens state park @ AH Stevens State Park
Apr 18 @ 8:30 am – Apr 22 @ 12:15 pm

Join us for our second annual horse camping trip !  You will need to book your own site/cabin and stalls a www.gastateparks.org

 

 

Benbrook, TX Lunch at Woody’s @ Woody's Bar & Grill
Apr 18 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Come meet us for Burgers and a Beer (or Coke) at Woody’s after our ride.

Early, Texas. Afternoon Luncheon at Sunflower Cafe @ Sunflower Cafe
Apr 18 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Early, Texas.  Afternoon Luncheon at Sunflower Cafe

Authentic International cuisine with a southern touch

lunch is  Dutch

this event solar glasses are required but not provided

Apr
26
Fri
Belton SC cowgirls Joining BCHSC at Whetstone Camp Walhalla SC @ Whetstone Camp
Apr 26 – Apr 28 all-day

Join the BCHSC group for guided trail rides, BBQ dinner Saturday, and breakfast Sunday morning. Lets support this wonderful group that keeps our trails clear and safe! 

 

Apr
27
Sat
Wylie, TX – Lunch after Spring Play day @ Marshall's BBQ
Apr 27 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Come join us for lunch at Marshall’s BBQ after the 1219 Cattle Company Spring Play day. They have daily specials and delicious desserts!

Graham TX Mineral Wells Rodeo Parade
Apr 27 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

We will ride in the rodeo parade in Mineral Wells Saturday April 27. Wear pink parade gear, please.

Apr
28
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Breakfast at Route 99 @ Route 99
Apr 28 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Come have breakfast with us!

May
2
Thu
Belton SC Camping at South Mountain State Park @ South Mountain State Park
May 2 – May 5 all-day

Let’s ride in beautiful NC. South Mountain Park has it all. you must reserve a horse stall separately in order to stay in equestrian camp. They have bedding, water, electric. showers. Miles of trails. Negative coggins required. Shoes or boots recommended. We’ll be meeting up with other chapter cowgirls too.

May
3
Fri
Abilene, TX- Let’s Do Lunch @ Hickory Street Cafe
May 3 @ 12:00 pm

Join us for lunch at one of our favorite lunch spots Hickory Street Cafe! Can’t wait to see y’all there!

May
7
Tue
Benbrook TX – Memorial Day Parade @ Hubbard High School
May 7 @ 8:12 pm – 9:12 pm

Come join us for a sweet small town parade! Modified parade attire- we will wear white shirts (button down) and red bandanas. Black saddle blankets and straw hats. Decorate your horse in red, white and blue. Meet by 10 am in the parking lot. Parade starts at 11.

McMinnville, Oregon, Mildred Kanipe @ Mildred Knaipe
May 7 @ 11:59 pm – May 10 @ 12:59 am

Reservations are needed
Come join us for some great trails

May
9
Thu
Abilene, TX- WHC Parade @ Downtown Abilene
May 9 @ 6:00 pm

Join us as we ride in one of the big parades of the year! Western Heritage Classic is a long time tradition, so let’s come out loud and proud!

Parade starts at 6:30pm. Judging starts at 6:00 so please give yourself enough time to make lineup. Parade attire, leather western tack and coggins required please.