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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.
Bring in the New Year with a ride at Mildred Kanipe. Meeting at the day use trail head .
Come join us for a Ride. Location will change each month. This will be a location within 1-3hrs from Greenwood. We will ride for 2-4 hours and maybe have lunch after. Come and join us for as much or as little as you want. Some cowgirls may only ride an hour and others longer!
Location will be selected at the Roundup the month before. Contact Candace if this event is not updated in time. 972-998-1515
LOCATION – San Angelo State Park
DATES have changed to accommodate longer stay before school starts!
Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.
Let’s connect @ Barb Knight’s place and build a shell of our 2024 activities. Come w/your ideas for locations and activities that you want to attend.
Join us for our monthly meeting to help support and uplift each other and plan activities for the next month!
Come join us for dinner where we will celebrate our cowgirls with birthdays in the next month. No gifts please.
This is a GREAT time to bring your family and/or significant others to socialize and have fun together!
Location will be selected at the monthly round up just a week or so before. If it is not updated here, please contact Candace 972-998-1515
It’s Roundup time again Cowgirls! Let’s eat some really good pizza, have a drink, make merry and discuss all thinks horsey and plan some shenanigans to get into.
We have a monthly Craft night on the 3rd Tuesday of Every Month. They will be held at Joy Haut’s house. We will select the craft during our Monthly Roundup the previous month, to give Joy time to get all the supplies.
January – We will be making Valentine’s Day decor – A rag garland and Gnomes.
Come join us at Queen Candace’s for some fun games! We will switch it up from time to time on what games we are playing, but it will always be a great time. Bring a snack to share, Punch and water will be provided.
January – BackFire – If you don’t know how to play, we will teach you. It is really pretty easy, and fun!!
Here are the details for the upcoming clinic,
Join Dr. Massie and staff as we share the best practices in equine supplement science. Hosted at our clinic and online via Zoom! $45, dinner included, call 541-636-1191 to register. If you would like to zoom just call to register and we will email you the zoom link!
Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.
Come out for a meal, some cowgirl talk about horses, events and perhaps an adult beverage of choice.
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!!
Join us for games at Babe’s! Bring a snack to share and let’s play!
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Join our Marvelous Mavericks for our monthly meeting. We will go over upcoming events, share accomplishments, and ideas.
Be sure to bring your membership card, so you have a shot at winning a door prize!
Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.
Cowgirls will be attending this event …more details and sign up link below. If you have questions about the event contact them at the Working equitation Oregon Facebook page
Competition – Feb. 10-11
Individual Sessions with Rebecca Algar – Feb. 12
Kimberlee Barker is a Masters Level Working Equitation and USDF Grand Prix Dressage rider, trainer, and competitor. Kimberlee is a recognized Working Equitation Coach in USAWE’s Coaches Network, has earned her USAWE Pewter, Bronze, Silver, and Platinum Medals. Kimberlee is currently only the third person in the U.S. to have earned a Platinum Medal and the first to earn it with the new stricter requirements through USAWE. A graduate with distinction of the USDF “L” Judge Education Program, Kimberlee has earned her USDF Bronze and Silver Medals and has nearly completed her Gold.
Thursday WE Clinic Small Group Obstacle Session (4 or fewer people) 90-minute session on Thursday, followed by open schooling on obstacles once clinic is over (approximately 5 pm) – $150/person
Friday WE Clinic Private Dressage Lesson 30-minute private session on Friday – $75/person
BOTH Small Group Obstacles on Thursday & Private Dressage Lesson on Friday – $200
Stabling for Clinic (from Wednesday at 2 pm – Friday at 1 pm, when we transition to show stabling) – $75 includes 1 bag of shavings
Rebecca Algar, “S”, Florida
Sarah Pinney, “r”, California
Because of the need to pay in full for the facility and Judge expenses, regardless of weather or medical considerations, no refunds can be issued for this event (no exceptions).
Its Roundup time again! We had such a great time at St Joe’s Pizza in Gainesville we’re doing it again! Join to discuss shenanigans while we enjoy some good food and drink. Its BYOB there right now.
Trail clean up at Mildred Kanipe
Brushing and tread work .
Please bring your own gloves. All other tools will be provided
Please RSVP to [email protected]
If you have any questions please contact Elena
Hot Dogs will be provided for lunch at 2 PM please bring any snacks or water for yourself .
Join us for a ride!!
Location TBD at previous monthly meeting. typically within 1-3 hour drive of Greenwood (Monahan State Park, San Angelo, Moss Creek Lake or similar). We will probably have lunch after. Come for as long or little as you can. Some may ride for 1 hour and others more!
Contact Candace if location is not updated. 972-998-1515
Eddie Rodriguez will make a special visit to work with attendees. He will be playing with the horses and their riders for a fun and educational experience
Join us for our monthly meeting to help support and uplift each other and plan activities for the next month!
We have been invited to ride at the Rafter L ranch.
Beautiful scenery and an obstacle course available too.
Come join us at Queen Candace’s for some fun games on the 3rd Friday of EVERY month! We will switch it up from time to time on what games we are playing, but it will always be a great time. Bring a snack to share, Punch and water will be provided.
Clinic limited to 15 participants. Currently they have a waiting list. The instructors are from Rustic Farm.
Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.
We have a monthly Craft night on the 3rd Tuesday of Every Month. They will be held at Joy Haut’s house. We will select the craft during our Monthly Roundup the previous month, to give Joy time to get all the supplies.
Come join us for dinner where we will celebrate our cowgirls with birthdays in the next month. No gifts please.
This is a GREAT time to bring your family and/or significant others to socialize and have fun together!
Location will be selected at the monthly round up just a week or so before. If it is not updated here, please contact Candace 972-998-1515
Come visit over 100 vendors with their wares, over 300 tables at the Coliseum! Thank you for supporting small businesses from local to all around Texas! Visit the website for more info www.abilenegunshow.com
We had to postpone the ride at Joy’s due to weather, So we have adjusted it and we are going to San Angelo State Park Saturday instead. Some people are going Fri-Sun – come when you can. We will have a group ride on Saturday at 10 AM .
We are all going to start off at Joy‘s house, as a meeting point, and then head out from there. Be in your saddle by 6 PM so we can get out and have a good ride before it gets dark.
We will be helping a cattle rancher move cattle at Mildred Kanipe. Please be ready to ride by 10 AM ..bring a snack and drink.
Come help gather the cows at Mildred Kanipe Park. Sam Campbell will be there to help organize the gather. Boots in the stirrup at 10am, so arrive early to tack up and warm up your horse if needed. A trail ride after for those that would like to participate.
Join our Marvelous Mavericks riding the trails around the lake at Abilene State Park.
Check in at the office to show proof of negative coggins, and pay the $5/person park entrance fee.
Make a U-turn around the office and go back out to the highway. Go Left for 1 mile. Lake entrance is on the right. We park near the swimming area or in the first boat ramp parking lot.
The trail is a 2 hour ride. Bathrooms are close to parking. Yes, there are areas where you can water your horse.
Melisa is leading the way!
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Enjoy a leisurely ride around beautiful Lake Ray Roberts. Wear green!
Come on out to Mini Doc’s!
Doc’s Bar and Grill has an event venue just to the left of the archway entrance. Mini Doc’s provides a private building, bar and wait staff.
Our Cowgirl Roundup will include upcoming trail ride opportunities, nearby events and don’t forget about the door prize! See y’all there!
Cowgirls will be attending the Douglas County Mounted Posse meeting. This is another equestrian group in the area, and we attend so we can also help support their efforts in the horse community here.
Its Roundup time! We’re trying a new place in a favorite old location! Join us for drinks, dinner, and chatting about all things horsey! Bring $2 for the raffle and ideas for some fun trouble to get into.
Series of 3 shows put on by the Douglas County Posse. Showmanship, English and Western classes. Buckles awarded to the series champions. Check the Douglas County Mounted Posse Facebook page for more details .
Showmanship Lead-line
Showmanship 13 & Under
Showmanship 14-17
Showmanship 18-39
Showmanship 40 & Over
West/Eng Pleasure Lead-line
West/Eng trail Lead-line
Walk Trot Western 13 & Under
Western Pleasure 13 & Under
Western Equitation 13 & Under
Walk Trot Western 14-17
Western Pleasure 14-17
Western Equitation 14-17
Walk Trot Western 18-39
Western Pleasure 18-39
Western Equitation 18-39
Walk Trot Western 40 & Over
Western Pleasure 40 & Over
Western Equitation 40 & Over
Walk Trot English 13 & Under
English Pleasure 13 & Under
English Equitation 13 & Under
Walk Trot English 14-17
English Pleasure 14-17
English Equitation 14-17
Walk Trot English 18-39
English Pleasure 18-39
English Equitation 18-39
Walk Trot English 40 & Over
English pleasure 40 & Over
English Equitation 40 & Over
Lead-line games TBA
Lead-line games TBA
13 & Under games TBA
13 & Under games TBA
14-17 games TBA
14-17 games TBA
18-39 games TBA
18-39 games TBA
40 & Over games TBA
40 & Over games TBA
Location: Douglas County Fairgrounds
Judge to be announced
Check in begins at 8am
Show begins at 9am
Food will be available in the kitchen with donation
All pleasure classes will be judged as rail classes
All equitation classes will have a pattern
All riders 17 and under must wear an approved helmet for riding classes
18 and under may not show or handle stallions
Out of control horses will be asked to leave
Show clothes not required, neat turnout encouraged, boots or shoes with a heel required, no tennis shoes
Mechanical hackamores/gag bits are permitted in gaming classes only
Training aids ( Running/German martingales) are allowed
Show management has the authority to combine or cancel classes
Walk trot classes will count towards highpoint
Questions call or text Hannah Simmons 541-315-6374
Name:__________________ Age: _____ Contestant # _____ Date:________
Horse Name:__________________ Signature: _________________________
(Parent/Guardian if not over 18)
In consideration of my entry for this event, I hereby release the Douglas County Mounted Posse, DC Fairgrounds, and any person helping with this event from liability claims that may arise from or during my participation in this event. I assume all risks, including negligence of any other party that are in any way related to my participation in this event. I know this is an equine event and assume all risks. Presentation of this release shall be acceptance of this release.
Let’s Ride!
Getting together for an evening, Saturday ride! Contact candace for more details,
Looking forward to our Annual Spring Retreat @Lazy TK Ranch! Get ready for some world class Western swing music, yodeling lesson & Cowgirl poetry w/Devon Dawson & Teresa Burleson on Friday night!
Plenty of time to rest, relax and/or ride on this lovely ranch.
A certified massage therapist will be available for appointments @ ranch. $35/30 minutes & $75 for one hour if 2 or more. ( This will be at your own expense) .
This is a closed chapter event. Must pay Liesa Kennedy or Babe Chambers $100 by no later than 14 Feb 2024.
Join us for our monthly round up …we will be discussing upcoming fun events we have planned! We also share ideas and updates . Hoping to take a new group photo for our Facebook page .
Come join us at Queen Candace’s for some fun games on the 3rd Friday of EVERY month! We will switch it up from time to time on what games we are playing, but it will always be a great time. Bring a snack to share, Punch and water will be provided.
Rocking RJ Ranch – Stephenville: Ribbons, Cows and Fun and good food!!First show is March 16. There will be a cow practice on Friday starting at 4. Bring your trainer or just practice following a cow. Each cow is $20.
We have added a MUSTANG group! We have continued the walk trot division.
We have reduced the office fee to $15 per family.
All other prices are on flyer below.Show starts at 9. You may sign up Friday night or just use this easy jotform.
And show registration will begin on that morning at 7.There will be 3 judges for each course.
Lunch provided by me
Chicken Spaghetti – I make the best
Roast with potatoes and carrots
Green chili enchiladas- I make the best
St patty day homemade cookies
Salad
Tea
And probably other surprises.
Let’s get everyone together and have a great show!!!I have plenty of hookups and stalls.
$35 for hookup and $20 for stalls. Please clean when you leave.Now, here is the deal!!!! Let’s be one on one with our horses and have good runs, learn something and have a great time!
◦Saturday March 16th 9AM -3PM
◦Backen Arena
◦240 Big Bend Rd Roseburg Or
◦Bring your new/used tack, riding attire or horse related crafts to sell
◦A 10×10 indoor booth space is $15 and a 20×20 indoor booth space is $20
◦Please bring your own table and/or display pieces
◦Reserve your booth with Lisa Routh (360)518-0869 or [email protected]
Concessions will be available.
Monthly trail ride at the North Bank trail ..this is the trail head by Glide. We will meet at 11 at the parking lot.