Calendar

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Jan
2
Tue
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ Mi Familia Restaurant
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting!  We’ll have dinner, catch up and make plans for future events.  Riders and non-riders are welcome!

Jan
14
Sun
Belton SC riding at Parker Bowie Trail Iva SC @ Parker Bowie Arena
Jan 14 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Let’s meet at Parker Bowie arena in Iva SC and enjoy a winter ride. Bring lunch and drinks. Ride out at 11am.

Jan
27
Sat
Graham TX FWSSR Grand Entry @ Dickies Arena
Jan 27 @ 7:00 am – 11:30 am

Graham TX chapter is participating in the grand entry for the 11:00 am FWSSR rodeo performance.  We are allowed 5 trailer spaces for our participants.  Official parade gear, negative Coggins and health certificate required. Be ready for the police escort to the arena at 10:00 am.

Belton SC Roundup at Back Country Tack in Six Mile,SC @ Back Country Tack shop
Jan 27 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Cowgirls let’s get together and plan our yearly calendar. We can meet at Back Country Tack shop, do some shopping and have a great BBQ lunch for 7$.  Let’s support our community businesses. Bring some good ideas! This is your chapter! See you around noon. Bring a friend!

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!

Feb
3
Sat
Belton SC attending the SC Horse Council Expo @ SC Equine Park
Feb 3 all-day

Drill team, trick riding, cowboy history, parade of hounds, fox hunting, mounted archery, trail safety, vendors. This expo covers it all. Come out and support the SC horse council. 10am to 4pm.

Feb
6
Tue
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ Neri's on the Square
Feb 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting!  We will visit, eat and make plans for future events.  Riders and non-riders are welcome!

Feb
7
Wed
Belton SC Cowgirls are Line Dancing in Westminster SC @ Waters Cafe
Feb 7 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Want to learn to line dance? Join some cowgirls at the Water’s Cafe Wednesday mornings at 10:30.

Evening classes available too 5:30 pm. with Shay Wood.

Feb
17
Sat
Belton SC Having a Chili Ride in Bradley SC @ Fell Hunt Camp
Feb 17 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cowgirls we’re going to ride Saturday at Fell Hunt Camp, 1369 Cedar Springs Rd, Bradley, SC.  You can start either at the Fell camp or from Toni Vonruden’s house 181 Tuck Rd, Bradley SC., at the top of the trail. Camp if you like, primitive. 10$. We will have a chili dinner at Toni”s when we arrive there. If you’re leaving from campground, be ready to ride at 11am. Toni will lead the group starting from her place to the camp to meet up and ride back to her house. Negative coggins required. Please contact Toni for a head count. (715) 896 1842 or Libby

Mar
1
Fri
Belton SC attending BCH Obstacle Ride Meeting at Croft Park @ Croft State Park,
Mar 1 @ 3:59 pm – Mar 3 @ 4:59 pm

Cowgirls we’re joining the Back Country Horsemen for a fun annual meeting, obstacle course, prizes, camping. Sign up for lunch with the BCH. $40.00 if paid by Feb 15. $50 after. Reserve campsite through Croft Park. Contact [email protected]. Negative coggins required.

Mar
5
Tue
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ Neri’s
Mar 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting. We’ll eat, visit and plan events. All are welcome-riders and non-riders!

Mar
21
Thu
Graham TX Young County Rodeo @ Young County Arena
Mar 21 @ 7:30 pm – Mar 23 @ 7:30 pm

Mark your calendars and get ready for rodeo action at its finest. March 21-23, 2024

 

Performances each night at 7:30!

Mar
23
Sat
Belton SC two day clinic with Carl Bledsoe @ Double J Arena Pendleton, SC @ Double J Arena
Mar 23 – Mar 24 all-day

Please join the Belton 40sc and Rusty Riders for a two-day biometrics Horse clinic instructed by Carl Bledsoe.

Camping is available at the arena with stalls. No refunds. Must reserve. 15 spots. or Audit .  See Belton 40SC page for details.

Graham TX Petticoats on the Prairie @ Goree Expo center
Mar 23 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Let’s go shopping!
Shop with 75+ vendors of incredible vendors from all over Texas and beyond!
Vintage and Repurposed, Boutiques, Home Decor, Art, handmade goods, turquoise and sterling jewelry, furniture, antiques, gourmet foods and cool JUNK too! 3 FoOd TrUCKs on site!
We will meet at the north side of the courthouse in Graham to carpool to Coleman at 8 am!
Apr
2
Tue
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ TBD
Apr 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting!  We’ll eat, socialize and make plans for future events!

 

Riders and non-riders are welcome!

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
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
13
Sat
Graham TX Cowboy Church of Young County Playday @ Cowboy Church of Young County arena
Apr 13 @ 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm

6 events

Several age divisions -lead line thru adult

$5 per event or $25 for all 6

Sign up at 2:30

All ages and levels welcome!

 

Apr
25
Thu
Graham TX Dinner at The Bend @ The Bend
Apr 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for dinner and fellowship!  “Plus Ones” welcome!

Meet at the courthouse in Graham to carpool at 6 pm.

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
Belton SC Bitting and Fitting Clinic @ JandA Stables
Apr 27 all-day

This one day clinic will be headed up by Martha Peddicord at JandA Stables in Donalds SC. She will go over how different bits work in horses mouth, choosing the best bit for you and your horse, how to balance your saddle to improve your comfort and safety. Guarantee your spot by paying in advance-call Eileen Hofstatter 864-378-1597 $45.00. No horses. Bring lunch and a chair.

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.

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
6
Mon
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ Linda's house
May 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting at Linda Sears’ home.

Carpool from courthouse in Graham at 5:45 if desired.

Bring finger foods/beverages.

We will set our calendar for the remainder of the year, so please bring your ideas for events!

May
9
Thu
Belton SC having a Roundup @ Southern Smoke BBq
May 9 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Lets get together and make some new plans ! Great BBq! Buy your own dinner. Meet at 630pm. 

May
18
Sat
Graham TX Trail Ride @ Linda Sears' place
May 18 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Please join us for a trail ride at Linda Sears’ place.  Potluck lunch to follow.  All are invited.

More details to follow

Graham TX Cowboy Church of Young County Playday @ Cowboy Church of Young County Arena
May 18 @ 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Register online at https://www.cowboychurchccyc.com/ or in person from 2:30-3:30.
Concessions are available.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!
Leadline-Seniors welcome!
$5 per event or $25 for all 6
Classic playday events plus 1 surprise event!
May
23
Thu
Belton SC Camping at AH Stevens Park GA @ A H Stevens Campground Georgia
May 23 @ 1:00 pm – May 26 @ 1:30 pm

Let’s get together and camp and ride at AH Stevens in Crawfordville, Georgia. Full hookup sites and horse stalls. Get reservations online. Negative coggins required. 1 800 864-7275 for reservations.

May
25
Sat
Graham TX Cowboy Church of Young County Ranch Horse & Roping Clinic @ Cowboy Church of Young County Arena
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Ranch Horse & Roping Clinic

Cost is $60 per rider, lunch included.

Ages 12 and up.

Limited to 12 participants in ranch horse, 12 in roping.

Use the QR code to sign up OR  register in advance here:   …https://forms.gle/qcCg4zW9ofs9zAy66
by May 17 deadline.
Jun
1
Sat
Belton SC is Joining BCHSC at Parsons Mountain Ride from Fell Hunt Camp @ Fell Hunt Camp
Jun 1 all-day

Join us for a fundraiser trail ride with our partners BCHSC. We’ll ride from Fell hunt camp to Parsons Mountain recreation area. Lunch will be served by the lake . Saxons food truck will serve lunch. Ride out at 10am. Proceeds are going to restore the hitching rails at the lake.

 

Jun
3
Mon
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ Julie Anderson’s house
Jun 3 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting!  Please bring finger foods🙂

we will make plans for events and visit!

Jun
4
Tue
Graham TX Texas A&M Summer Horsemanship School @ Young County Arena-Outback
Jun 4 @ 8:00 am – Jun 5 @ 5:00 pm

Join us for 2 full days of instruction on your own horse. Ages 8 and up. Please call 940/549-0737 or 940/550-5042 for more information.

Jun
22
Sat
Belton SC is Getting in a swim at Rhonda Davis’s Pool, Waterloo,SC @ Rhonda Davis
Jun 22 @ 12:00 pm

The weather should be good and hot, time for a dip in a pool.  Bring a favorite snack and beverage Rhonda is making lunch. Please contact Rhonda if you plan to attend. We will have a brief meeting and prospective members are welcome.

Jun
29
Sat
Graham TX Independence Day on the Square @ On the Square
Jun 29 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 pm

Join Grahamites for a full day of activities celebrating our independence on Saturday, June 29.

Pancake Breakfast, patriotic music, shopping on the square, veteran’s honors, parade, concert and fireworks! If you choose to ride in the parade, please wear red, white & blue!

May be an image of fireworks and text that says 'CELEBRATE FREEDOM 29 JUNE 2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS KIWANIS PANCAKE BREAKEAST 7:00 11:00 $10 PERSON FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 620 4TH STREET SHOP LOCAL TODAY 10:00 AM 5:00 PM GRAB A BITE AT OUR LOCAL RESTAURANTS AND SHOP OUR RETAILERS AND BOUTIQUES FOR HOLIDAY FASHION LIVE PATRIOTIC MUSIC 5:30 6:00 PM COURTHOUSE GAZEBO VETERANS' HONORS 6:00 PM 7:30 PM COURTHOUSE GAZEBO HOMETOWN PARADE 7:30 PM AROUND AMERICA'S LARGEST DOWNTOWN SQUARE SUMMER CONCERT PRESENTED BY GRAHAM SAVINGS ៥ LOAN & FIREWORKS SHOW 8:00PM 8:00 ON AMERICA'S LARGEST DOWNTOWN SQUARE PARADEAPPLICATIONSA PARADE APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE BY EMAILING CAYLEY@GRAHAMTEXAS.ORG'

Jul
14
Sun
Graham TX Lake Party @ Julie's house at PK
Jul 14 @ 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us for a lake party!

Julie Anderson’s home at Possum Kingdom Lake-9273 Pvt Rd 334

Please bring food to share and swimming gear!

Spouses welcome!

Jul
20
Sat
Belton SC going to the Lake at Donna Mayeur’s on Lake Keowee @ Donna Mayeur
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Let’s cool off during the hottest month of the year! Give the horses a break. Swim, tube, and have lunch at cowgirl Donna Mayeur’s home in Seneca SC Lake Keowee. Bring your favorite dish, a towel, and bathing suit.

Aug
5
Mon
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ Mary Duckworth’s house
Aug 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting!  We’ll eat-bring a side dish or dessert-and make plans for future events!

Aug
25
Sun
Belton SC chapter is having an August Roundup Pool party @ Angela Rey
Aug 25 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Let’s get together and swim at Angela Rey’s house in Belton. This will be a roundup meeting to plan our fall fling, so members please come! BYOB, bring swimsuits, towels, sunscreen and snacks. Let’s cool off! If you know of any prospective members bring them over!

Sep
9
Mon
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ Mi Familia Restaurant
Sep 9 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for a monthly meeting!

Sep
13
Fri
Belton SC cowgirls attending the Stayin Alive Concert in Walhalla, SC @ Walhalla Civic Auditorium
Sep 13 @ 4:00 pm – 10:45 pm

Stayin Alive concert, a tribute to the Bee Gees featuring the Tribute Band capturing the excitement of live performance and subtleties of the human voice. Check Vivid Seats for availablity. Please let Libby Bigham know if you attend the concert.

Sep
24
Tue
Belton SC attending the Trail Challenge in Seneca SC @ The Farm Center
Sep 24 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Trail challenge entry begins at 6:30 pm in the FARM Center Arena. Classes for everyone. Lead line, Youth (under 16), Adult. Let’s show them our cowgirl skills!

Oct
7
Mon
Graham TX Monthly Meeting @ TBD
Oct 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us for our monthly meeting to eat, catch up and plan future events!  Riders and non-riders are welcome!

Oct
18
Fri
Belton SC having a Fall Fling at Parker Bowie Camp, Iva SC @ Parker Bowie Arena
Oct 18 @ 12:00 pm – Oct 20 @ 12:15 pm

Yee haw its fall fling time! We have the entire campground reserved for our fling. 17 sites with electric. Plenty of room for primitive camping. We’ll ride out at 10 on Saturday. Potluck dinner /meeting games Saturday night by campfire. Let’s ride and party! Bring prospects too! Negative coggins required.

Oct
24
Thu
Belton SC Cowgirls Serving at the Patriots BBQ , Greenwood SC @ Greenwood Farmers Market
Oct 24 @ 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Once again our cowgirls are stepping up to help honor the veterans and first responders in our area by serving at their annual BBQ. We will help setup, take down and assist in anyway we can. Our contribution to all that have served.

Oct
27
Sun
Belton SC Cowgirls going to the Jelly Roll concert in Charlotte NC @ Spectrum Center
Oct 27 @ 7:00 pm – 12:00 am

Let’s roll to the concert in Charlotte NC JELLY ROLL! Cowgirls gonna rock it out! Tickets vary , purchase online.

Nov
6
Wed
Belton, SC Going to the Booger Brown Cattle roundup in Alabama @ Booger Brown Performance Horses
Nov 6 – Nov 10 all-day

7th annual round up cattle drive.  Join the drive or just watch. Bring your own horse, bring your own camping equipment . primitive camping. Some meals provided. Rodeo Saturday night. Check the website for details to register and itinerary.

Nov
15
Fri
Belton SC chapter participating in Holly Jolly Deck the halls in Anderson, SC @ Anderson Civic Center
Nov 15 – Nov 17 all-day

Tickets are limited. Friday requires a VIP ticket. $15.00 Fri. $8.00 Sat and Sun. This is a celebration of everything holiday, hand crafted, and vintage. 200 booths. Local food and drink trucks with savory treats. Live entertainment , speakers, artists and Santa. Tickets on sale 9/6/24 Come support some of our very own cowgirl artist!

Belton SC attending the Pendleton Western Expo and IPRA rodeo @ T Ed Garrison Arena, Clemson, SC
Nov 15 @ 8:00 pm – Nov 16 @ 10:00 pm

Whoop whoop lets go to the rodeo! Please come support cowgirl Lisa Campbell, vendor at the rodeo. IPRA championship ! Get some Christmas shopping done while enjoying a great rodeo. Get tickets online.

Nov
17
Sun
Belton SC having a Friendsgiving Roundup in Pelzer SC @ Susan Sheehan
Nov 17 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Gobble gobble its time for a roundup! Its been difficult to get together after the hurricane came through our area but now is the time. We are getting together for a dinner at cowgirl Susan Sheehan,s home. We will provide the turkey and ham. There is a sign up sheet in Libbys 40sc FB page. Bring your ideas and lets plan some exciting get togethers! Its the time of year to be thankful for all of our cowgirls!

Dec
21
Sat
Belton Sc Cowgirls attending the Walkabout Tour Downunder Horsemanship at Clemson SC @ T Ed Garrison Arena, Clemson, SC
Dec 21 @ 8:00 am – Dec 22 @ 9:00 am

Come learn from the best! Downunder Horsemanship on colt starting, breaking, training, trail riding and more. Two days of demos.