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Early, Texas Apron painting luncheon
It’ll be a fun painting party designing our chapter aprons, to use for community events.
We’ll enjoy some delicious homemade soup, bread and cookies
Early, Texas Beginner Livestock Clinic
It’s that time to get out and gondo something fun!
you know… those things you put on your new years resolution bucket list
70 degree,s is in the forecast, so let’s grab those saddles and go make some fun memories !!!!
Cost will include lunch with homemade sausage and chicken gumbo, cornbread, and lots of delicious desserts
so what are you waiting for , dust off those boots and all Go !!!!
negative coggins is required
Entry fee must be paid with cash,
pay the day of clinic
please come early to pay and be ready , clinic will start on time
hope to see y’all there
We have been invited to ride at the Rafter L ranch.
Beautiful scenery and an obstacle course available too.
Early, Texas Dirt Road Riding
We’re at it again , dirt road horse back riding
Come out to Kim’s house , plenty of parking , neg coggins required
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Clinic limited to 15 participants. Currently they have a waiting list. The instructors are from Rustic Farm.
Early, Texas. Monthly Trail Ride, lake Proctor
this event has been cancelled due to the impending weather , a cold front with strong winds
it’ll be a warm and sunny day to get and enjoy the trails at Lake Proctor
Catch up on the latest events , share in fellowship and always lots of laughter
Trail ride is rated easy with some areas that will have small hills , sand and gravel
so what are you waiting for , come out and see why the call us the funn-est cowgirls on the planet
plenty of parking , negative coggins required
Come Spend a Day learning all the Self Defense Tools for us Women!
Princess Tootie will be bringing snacks. Please be sure to RSVP to Tootie for headcount for food!
May 25th: Preflight Checks
June 22nd: Forehand and Haunch Turns
July 27th: Speed Control at Walk and Trot
August 24th: Stops
September 28th: Backing
October 26th: Side Passing and Leg Yielding
November 23rd: Arena Obstacles
December 28th: Fundamentals 1&2
‘24 January 25th: Fundamentals 3&4
‘24 February 22nd: Fundamentals 5&6
‘24 March 28th Soft Feel and Collection
ONLY 10 Participants per class
Registration Link –https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfxKqE52Cs…/viewform…
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!
Join us at Abilene State Park for our monthly trail ride. Be sure to check in, show coggins, and pay your fee to the park station before heading to the lake. Lake entrance is left 1 mile up the highway on the right side. We park near the swimming/picnic area. See y’all there!
Early, Texas. Monthly Trail Ride
Lake Protor ride in Comanche is both beautiful and scenic
ride last about an hour and a half and is rated easy with some rocks and sand
Plenty of parking for your truck and trailers
Afterwards we’ll head over to Miguel’s Mexican Restaurant in Comanche , just a few minutes away …. Lunch is Dutch
current coggins is required
https://www.sanangelorodeo.com/p/generalrodeo/parade
Come enjoy a fun trail ride with us.
Joins us on a lovely trail ride w/Terrie @ Rafter L ranch. She will also have obstacle course available after trail ride.
Ranch Pizzeria is a great place for a late lunch in Coleman too. See you there!
Annalise has invited us to ride her family ranch! Kemper Ranch has some rocky areas and opportunity to play in the water. Can’t wait to see y’all on this beautiful spring time ride!
Please reach out for the address.
Early, Texas. Trailride at Abilene State Park
Dust those boots off and come join us for a afternoon trail ride near lake Brownwood
Bring a sack lunch to enjoy with friend afterwards
Just in time for your show season! Please join for an educational seminar on Safety and Preparation for Horse Shows.
Chris Wickliffe, DVM, will explain the importance of being prepared and safe during your horse shows, and how to ensure a good experience for both rider and horse.
Look forward to learning:
- Things you can do to ensure your horse will be protected against diseases
- Precautions you can take to avoid injury to your horse with travel and exercise
- A mental check list of all things you should be checking and preparing before travel
- Much more!
This seminar is not limited to those in more competitive show rings! It offers valuable information to anyone who takes trip with their horses (trail riding, camping, OHSET, 4H)
** They are offering FREE admission to members of OHSET and 4H! **
Dinner will be provided, courtesy of Boehringer Ingelheim
Can’t wait to see you there!
Early, Texas Country Trail Ride
enjoy a beautiful and relaxing trail ride down a country road
come share in fellowship and laughs along the way
plenty of parking
Early, Texas postponed due to weather new date TBA
will be attending Doc Conways Memorial Celebration Of Legacy
Dr Conway was well loved and respected by many animal lovers far and near .
Friends along with the Army Corps Of Engineers of Lake Proctor will erected a sign dedicated in honor of Dr Conway.
please join us as we remember him with a trailride starting at the equestrian trail head entrance
Early , Texas POSTPONE due to rain ROP -Oak Academy
Helping young folks through positive introduction into horsemanship
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.
De-spook clinics coming in May!! Taught by mounted patrol instructors. Covered arena, limited to 15 participants. Just a few spots left. Text your email address to 254-979-7433 to receive your registration packet. Stalls and limited hookups available.
Info copied from Rockin Wild Ranch’s Facebook post. Please contact them directly at the number listed above for more info. Flyer available on Facebook.
Please contact event personnel directly for details. Rockin Wild Ranch has posted their flyer for the event. Cost is $270. This is the advanced clinic. The basic clinic is required before participating in the advanced clinic. Text your e-mail address to 254-979-7433 for your registration packet.https://www.facebook.com/share/p/Q6ZAR3je5wbQQ5FX/?
Abilene State Park is hosting a guided trail ride. Please consider this is not a free range 40 Something Cowgirls guided ride. Please know they plan to ride out at 9:00am so come early. Can’t wait to see y’all there!
*** From the flyer:
Join us for a guided trail ride around Lake Abilene as part of Abilene State Park’s 90th anniversary celebration!
This will be a 2-hour ride. You will need to bring your own horse and show your Coggins. We’ll meet and unload at the swimming area parking lot.
Park entrance is free for this event!
Come join us for a fun filled weekend at Train Robber Ranch in Rusk, TX! Arrive Friday go home Sunday! We will have beds for up to 15 people and 5 LQ plug ins. Contact Brittany at (903) 573-3213 for more info on what to expect and cost. Must RSVP by May 1st!
Early, Texas. Attending the Brown County Rodeo and Parade
calling all 40 Something Cowgirls , come out and help us make a huge impact on our local community
as a fairly new chapter we welcome all horse back riders and float riders
Pink Cowgirl parade shirts , parade saddle covers, pink polo wraps and straw hats
current coggins required
staging behind the Lehnis Railroad Museum in the open lot
8:30 am check in
9am be dressed and ready for Judging Awards
9:30am Line up on East Adam’s street
10am parade downtown starts
Parade Awards
Best In Show
Heart Of Texas
Peoples Choice Awards
2024 Theme : A Time To Remember
Come ride the trails with us.
Early, Texas. Horsemanship Clinic
The Western Women Of Inspiration is putting on another amazing clinic at the beautiful Rockin Wild Ranch and Arena in Comanche
several trainers will be there to help you through the different stages
from beginners to advanced
you will need to bring your horse
current coggins is required
lunch will be provided
$50 per person
Let try to beat the heat by riding out at 9am! We are in for a treat riding on M. E. Flow’s property in Stamford, TX. Please allow the time to arrive and tack up before 9:00. See y’all there!
Reach out to Liesa Kennedy for the address.
Let beat the heat and ride out early! Our very own Cowgirl, Annalise has offered to host a trail ride at her family ranch just outside Abilene. Please reach out for the exact address. All members welcome!
Queen Jen is from the Pecos area and this is a favorite of hers.
Normal parade attire w/some matching 4th of July accessories.
Please bring proof of Negative Coggins
Line up starts @ 9AM, in front of silver buffalo on Houston St.
Join our Marvelous Mavericks for an early ride through shaded forest at Knight Arabians. Please reach our for the address.
Come enjoy an Amazing Clinic with Patrick Sullivan of Gamilah Unbridled & Modern-Day Horsemanship
Each day, participants will receive 2 one on one sessions with their horse. Due to the individualized teaching, they welcome participants of all skill levels. Their niche is liberty and bridleless riding, but participants are welcome to use their sessions as they’d like.
This clinic will end with liberty games Sunday Afternoon!
Cost: Participants $675 for 3 days, Auditors $35 per day.
To sign up email [email protected]
To rent overnight stalls, paddocks, dry or electrical hookup camping please contact Marla Batchelor 503-502-9297
Early, Texas attending the San Saba County Rodeo Parade
pink parade shirts, straw Cowgirl hat , Helmet or hellhat, black parade saddle cover , blue jeans
we’ll also have a float for non riders
neg coggins required
West Texas Fair and Rodeo Parade is a great time to show up loud, proud and in style as 40 Something Cowgirls!
Line up is at 8:30. Parade start time is 10:30. The theme is How the West was Fun!
Deidra Scott is our point of contact. Current negative coggins is required.
Early, Texas lake Proctor Trail Ride
now that the weather has cooled off a bit , it’s time to hit the trails again
lake proctor has beautiful scenic views , and if were lucky we might just see the American eagles flying near the lake
negative coggins is required
plenty of parking for our trailers
trail is rated fairly easy , with some rocks and sand
Come enjoy a Cowgirls Ride.
If you’ve never been you can check it out at https://www.perrydaletrails.com/
You will want to bring a Lunch!
Will be required to warm up your horse before riding.
Please let Marla know if you will be attending so she can let the facility know how many will be in attendance.
PLEASE NOTE: If you commit you will need to plan on attending. The facility may require a reservation fee as attendance has not been as planned in the past.
Slip those boots on after church and join us for a ride around Lake Abilene!
Be sure to show a negative coggins and pay the $5 fee at the station.
Once you have your pass, you will U-turn back out to the highway and turn left. The lake entrance is on the right side 1 mile up the highway.
See y’all there!
Join our 40 Something Cowgirls as members of Texas Trail Challenge Club spend a weekend testing their skills on miles of trails and obstacles. Please reach out to TTCC directly for reservations, TRCC memberships and fee information.
Join our 40 Something Cowgirls as members of Texas Trail Challenge Club spend a weekend testing their skills on miles of trails and obstacles. Please reach out to TTCC directly for reservations, TRCC memberships and fee information.
The Fox Parade of Lights is a beautiful way to bring in the Christmas season! Join us as we light up our horses for a bright and festive parade!
Details as we get closer to the event.