Calendar

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Jan
4
Thu
Thermopolis WY Open Riding in the barn @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Jan 4 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Open riding in the barn hosted by Kay Reese.

Jan
5
Fri
Thermopolis WY Obstacle Course @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Jan 5 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Obstacle course, poles, etc. hosted by Laura Patterson.

Jan
13
Sat
Thermopolis, WY Thermopolis Sorting Series @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Jan 13 @ 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Thermopolis, WY Thermopolis Sorting Series @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Jan 13 @ 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Jan
20
Sat
Prineville OR Monthly meeting and Gourd Art craft day @ K bar D Ranch
Jan 20 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Meet from noon to 1:00 for brief business discussion/sack lunch.

1:00-4:oo will be craft time.  Blank gourds will be supplied along with availability of some paints and drilling/cutting/sanding tools.  Do a little research beforehand and come prepared with a design in mind.  Several design books are available to help with ideas.

Feb
1
Thu
Thermopolis WY Open Riding in the barn @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Feb 1 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Open riding in the barn hosted by Kay Reese.

Feb
4
Sun
Thermopolis WY HSC Barrel Racing @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Feb 4 @ 11:00 am

Time only’s at 11:00 – PeeWee, Open,Youth, Senior.

Feb
10
Sat
Thermopolis WY Thermopolis Sorting Series @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Feb 10 @ 9:00 am

Enter at 9:00 – Sort at 10:00

Warm heated arena.

Feb
11
Sun
Thermopolis WY String Art @ Hot Springs County Fair Building
Feb 11 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Feb
23
Fri
Thermopolis WY Dennis Tryan Roping Clinic @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Feb 23 all-day
Feb
24
Sat
Prineville OR Monthly meeting and Hell-hat craft day @ K bar D Ranch
Feb 24 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Regular monthly meeting at noon, bring a sack lunch.

Crafting from 1:00-4:00pm.  HELLHAT day!!!  Start gathering your supplies (helmet, brim, hatband).  It is so much more fun making these if you have a group of crazy cowgirls sharing tips on construction,

Mar
2
Sat
Thermopolis, WY Sip and Paint Headstall @ VFW
Mar 2 @ 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Sign up online at Heart Mountain Trading Post.

Mar
7
Thu
Thermopolis WY Open Riding @ HSC Fairgrounds
Mar 7 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Mar
9
Sat
Thermopolis WY Thermopolis Sorting Series @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Mar 9 all-day

Enter at 9:00 – Sort at 10:00.

Warm heated arena.

Thermopolis, WY Thermopolis Sorting Series @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Mar 9 @ 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Mar
10
Sun
Thermopolis WY HSC Barrel Racing @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Mar 10 @ 11:00 am

Time Onlys start at 11

Mar
22
Fri
Rochester, WA – Attending Joel Conner Horsemanship Clinic at SAFE @ Save a Forgotten Equine
Mar 22 @ 9:00 am – Mar 24 @ 5:00 pm

This event is for auditing the clinic only. Cost to audit is $30 cash per day. SAFE volunteers and adopters can audit for FREE.

Bring your own chair, lunch, snacks, beverages.

Groundwork Class: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Riding Class: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Mar
23
Sat
Thermopolis WY Confidence Course Clinic @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Mar 23 @ 9:00 am – Mar 24 @ 4:00 pm
Prineville OR Monthly meeting and craft day @ K bar D Ranch
Mar 23 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Regular monthly meeting/sack lunch noon to 1:00

Tentative craft for the day will be Horseshoe art…..embellish with wire, feathers, beads

Apr
5
Fri
Thermopolis, WY Dummy Roping at Vivian’s @ Harvey Arena
Apr 5 @ 11:00 am – 2:30 pm

Park at 622 E Sunnyside and ride down the hill to the arena by the river.

Apr
12
Fri
Prineville, OR Grizzly Mountain Endurance and Trail Ride @ Miller Ranch
Apr 12 @ 9:00 am – Apr 13 @ 5:00 pm

Large meadow for parking big rigs.  Trails are mixed high desert, two-track and cow trails with a few sections of volcanic rock. Gentle roling elevation changes.  AERC organized endurance ride (fees are dependent on distance: 25, 55, 75) with a 10 mile introductory trail ride.

Apr
13
Sat
Thermopolis WY Thermopolis Sorting Series @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am

Enter at 9:00 – Sort at 10:00.

Warm heated arena.

Thermopolis, WY Thermopolis Sorting Series @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Rochester, WA – Attending Indoor Mountain Trail Course Play Day @ Flying M Stables
Apr 13 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Must sign up for a two-hour time slot when registering: 10-12, 12-2, 2-4

Pay via Venmo (@flyingmstables), cash, or check.

Fee includes use of the outdoor arena and track, weather permitting

Apr
14
Sun
Thermopolis, WY Hot Springs County Barrel Racing @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Apr 14 @ 11:00 am

Exhibitions start at 11:00 am.

May
19
Sun
Rochester,WA. FIRST Meeting and Roundup!! @ Figaro's Pizza
May 19 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Greetings! Our First Meeting for our new Rochester, WA Chapter!

Come meet and greet and see what we are all about. I can’t wait to see you all. There is no cost to meet at Figaro’s but I will purchase a couple of pizzas. Maybe show support of a wonderful local business with the purchase of a soda, but do not feel obligated. 🙂

I will post a zoom meeting link on our Facebook page and attempt to provide an online option if that will help for people to be able to attend.

Contact me with any questions!

 

May
26
Sun
Thermopolis, WY Hot Springs County Barrel Racing @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
May 26 @ 11:00 am

Exhibitions start at 11:00am.

Jun
2
Sun
Rochester, WA First Round Up! @ Figaro's Pizza
Jun 2 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Ok ladies, we had to reschedule due to illness, but same place, same time, different bat day! 🙂

Come join us as our new chapter gets its feet off the ground! Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Kasey Omon

Chapter Queen

Jun
14
Fri
Thermopolis WY Parade Practice @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Jun 14 @ 1:07 am

We will meet at the fairgrounds and ride over to the parade lineup area and around some of the side streets to get the horses used to riding around town.

Thermopolis WY Parade Practice @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Jun 14 @ 6:30 pm

We will meet at the fairgrounds and ride over to the parade lineup area and around some of the side streets to get the horses used to riding around town.

Jun
22
Sat
Thermopolis WY Rodeo Parade @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Jun 22 @ 10:00 am

Meet at the fairgrounds at 9:15, saddled and ready to ride.  We will ride over to the line up area behind Pizza Hut to get our parade number.

Thermopolis WY-Cowboy Rendezvous Rodeo @ Hot springs county fairgrounds
Jun 22 @ 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Jun
23
Sun
Thermopolis WY Rodeo Parade @ Downtown Thermopolis
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Meet at the fairgrounds and we can ride over to Pizza Hut together.

Jul
6
Sat
Rochester,WA Competitive Mounted Orienteering
Jul 6 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come join us for a fun day of being introduced to Competitive Mounted Orienteering! Kathy is very graciously donating her expertise and time to help us gain a peek into this fun event!

There will be a 2 hour basic reading, navigating, etc.

Short lunch break

Then we saddle up and head out into the woods to navigate and find 4 plates!

What to bring: Your own lunch, drink and a horse. Yeehaw!

Kathy wants to provide us insight into this fun sport. You can ride as a team or individually and compete through the year if you desire.

Please do RSVP by June 30th to Kathy so she will have a head count. Currently, there is no limit to the number of riders, but as she gets an idea of how long the list may be, there may be a waitlist needed. So check in with her early!

You may also reach out to me, Kasey Omon, by text 360-561-3773 and I can get you in touch with Kathy also.

Jul
10
Wed
Rochester, WA Monthly Round Up! @ Figaro's Pizza
Jul 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Hello Ladies! Our SECOND round up!!

I’m going to put together an agenda (in all my spare time lol) But we are having this at Figaro’s in Grand Mound again (Rochester).

Let us know if you can make it! There is a facebook event that you can find on out chapter page. Check there for updates also.

Things to think about for the meeting…what do you want to see happen in our chapter, how can you contribute? What events might you like to see added to the calendar and can you commit to rounding up cowgirls on a roster for your events?

Looking forward to seeing you all!!
Kasey Omon, Chapter Queen

Jul
20
Sat
Rochester, WA Casual Trail Ride @ Scatter Creek @ Scatter Creek Wildlife Recreation Area
Jul 20 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Hello! Rochester Chapter is putting on a small Trail Ride, starting a bit early to beat the heat just in case it is hot.

We will meet at the equestrian parking lot (the north lot of the two parking areas on the West side of Case Road. See directions below). A Discover Pass is required and must be displayed on your dash. Please do not leave valuables in your vehicle or trailer.

An equipment safety check will be conducted prior to taking off, and helmets are strongly encouraged, but I will also check with Cowgirls HQ if they are required or not for a cowgirl organized ride. 🙂

This will be a walking only trail ride, and shorter for those of use whose horses (or riders!) may not be as conditioned.
Please keep in mind, following the cowgirl (and true horsemanship feel) we will start as a group and end as a group and leave no one behind. 🙂

Directions:

From the north, take I-5 South to exit 95. Keep left at the fork to continue onto Maytown Road SW (follow signs for Littlerock). Turn left onto Case Road SW. There are two parking lots. The first one you come to after the Scatter Creek Stables is used primarily by horse riders with their trailers. The second parking lot, a bit down the road, is for cars only. A Discover Pass is required to park at both lots.

Jul
23
Tue
Prineville Meet and greet/meeting at the Patio Taphouse @ Patio Taphouse
Jul 23 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Social gathering, guests and public welcome.   Music and adult beverages available.  A great way to cool off after our weeks of unbearably hot weather, chat with our cowgirl sisters, and make plans for when/where our next trails rides will happen.

Jul
26
Fri
Rochester, WA Cowgirl Friday Night Bible Study! @ 16933 Eugene St SW
Jul 26 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Come join us for a little fellowship together as we seek to grow closer to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!

Join us as we study through the book of Philippians currently. Non-denominational Christian group, but I do come from a Pentecostal background. 🙂

Want to know more about Jesus? Want fellowship with a few like minded gals? It is a small, very casual, very come as you are group. We would love to have you join us! We hope to do this once a month!

 

Jul
27
Sat
Thermopolis WY Ranch Rodeo @ Hot Springs County Arena
Jul 27 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Calcutta starts at 4:00

Jul
31
Wed
Thermopolis WY Hot Springs County Fair @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Jul 31 – Aug 3 all-day

Come support the youth at the Hot Springs County Fair!

Aug
3
Sat
Thermopolis WY Pageant Days Parade @ Downtown Thermopolis
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

meet at the State Park Headquarters parking lot at 8:45 saddled and ready to ride. We will ride over to the line up area together which is in front of the Senior Citizens Center. The parade starts at 10.

Aug
9
Fri
Prineville Liberty & Bridleless Clinic @ Wallace Ranch
Aug 9 – Aug 11 all-day

3-day liberty and bridleless clinic provided by Gamilah Unbridled and Modern-Day Horsemanship.  Is is their only clinic on the West Coast this year (were just in Canada and Texas).  If it is too late to sign up with your horse for the 3 days, they do offer auditing for $35/day.

*if you are unfamiliar with Gamilah Unbridled, it was a journey cross country and documnted on FB.  Patrick rode his Arabian mare bridleless (and she was a rock star even in city traffic) to bring awareness to his charity for underprivileged kids…..and kinder treatment for our horses.

Aug
17
Sat
Thermopolis WY In Hand Obstacle Challenge @ Cody’s Boot & Bottle Club
Aug 17 all-day

Starts at 9:00. There’s a challenge in the morning and a clinic in the afternoon. Attend either one or both.  Must register online at Cody’s Boot & Bottle Club website.

Rochester, WA August Roundup! @ Kasey's Home
Aug 17 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Come hang out at my house for a Potluck Meeting! Just do not mind the chaos of a very busy family home and lots of unfinished projects lying around and we will do great! LOL

On the Facebook event on our 40SC Rochester page, there is a comment with a Poll that you can indicate what you would like to bring if you plan on attending. But do not feel pressured to bring anything, we want you to show up even if you cannot bring anything! 🙂

I’m looking forward to seeing you all and hanging out!!!

Kasey Omon

Aug
18
Sun
Thermopolis, WY Hot Springs County Barrel Racing @ Hot Springs County Fairgrounds
Aug 18 @ 11:00 am

Exhibitions start at 11:00am.

Sep
6
Fri
Prineville FIESTA 2024 @ Wasco County Fairgrounds
Sep 6 – Sep 8 all-day

Hosted by Fiesta & Cowboy Gathering, A weekend of ranch style, big loop scored roping, stockhorse competition, dutch oven cooking, and so much more!!

Sep
14
Sat
Rochester, WA Competitive Mounted Orienteering Ride @ MT Pockets Ranch
Sep 14 @ 8:00 am – Sep 15 @ 4:00 pm

C.M.O. is “competitive” because you compete, as an individual or a team, against other riders to find all of the hidden objective stations. This is a timed event and you compete for a placing for that ride. The points you and your horse earn add up towards year-end placing and lifetime points with the National Association of Competitive Mounted Orienteering (N.A.C.M.O.) and your State organization.

The “mounted” part of the name is because the game is played on horseback. In theory, you shouldn’t have to ever get off the horse as each objective station should be visible from horseback.

And, finally, “orienteering” because you must be able to orient your self on a provided map and find your way around the course. The use of a map and compass, navigating your way around the designated course, identifying landmarks and finding the objective stations is what orienteering is all about.

What C.M.O. is NOT, is an endurance or competitive riding race. In those sports, you follow a set course for a set distance and try to make the best time of all the competitors while getting a good “health” reading for your horse.

In C.M.O. you use your map to pick your route to find all the objective stations following whatever route you think is best to get around the course. Ingenuity, strategy and creativity are all useful.

Like endurance or competitive riding, however, the longer courses can cover many miles over all types of terrain. Common sense says you should have your horse in good shape and conditioned if you plan on riding long distances.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO RIDE A C.M.O.?

First you need a horse. It is, after all, a mounted sport. Any type of equine is allowed. Mules, ponies, show horses, horses off the track and backyard pets are welcome.  Your horse must be at least three years old to compete.

You will also need a compass, small writing pad and pencil.

Other suggested items would be weather appropriate clothing, water, first aid supplies, lunch, and horse water and feed. Not all areas where rides are sponsored have potable water or water for your horse.

Contact Kathy Davis for exact location and details!

Prineville Road trip to Cowboy Dinner Tree @ Cowboy Dinner Tree (restaurant)
Sep 14 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm

We have all been wanting to do this for several years and finally decided to set a date.  Dinner is served at 6:00, costs $45 CASH.  We plan to leave Prineville at 4:00 for the 2 hour drive down to Silver Lake.  Looking forward to enjoying the famous food that they serve.

Sep
15
Sun
Rochester, WA. Craterview Horse Park Play Day! @ Craterview Horse Park
Sep 15 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

No reservations required! Show up and ride the course anytime from 10am – 6pm

(Use to be Bolendar Horse Park)

Full use of Mountain Trail Course and outdoor arena. Overnight Stalls and Camping available.

Please leave no trace…all manure, straw, shavings, hay, etc. needs to be picked up and disposed of before leaving. When you are ready to leave, please notify a staff member and they will check your area and return your haul in fee once cleaned. (Check with staff when signing in, but I believe the haul in fee is separate from the $25 per horse per day fee) 🙂

Call Staci Sherer with questions, per their flier. (503) 812-7688

I (Kasey Omon) will be there with a roster or will arrange for one to be there, but please let me know/text me if you go so I can get you on the roster! My number is 360-561-3773

Sep
21
Sat
Prineville Clippity Clop to Snip’em Off @ Cow Camp
Sep 21 – Sep 22 all-day

Annual trail ride fundraiser by Equine Community Resources to provide lost cost gelding assistance.  This event is our most fun ride of the year.  Beautiful/stunning views!!

Saturday is a 10-mile obstacle trail challenge with awesome prizes.  Sunday is an easy fun poker ride with many  more prizes.

BBQ  and raffles available both days.