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Jan
1
Mon
Gainesville, TX Attending Black Eyed Pea Trail Ride @ Isle Du Bois @ Lake Ray Roberts
Jan 1 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

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.

Jan
12
Fri
Gainesville, TX Monthly Roundup @ St Joe's Pizza
Jan 12 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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.

Jan
25
Thu
Rock Springs WY Grub Night @ Los Cabos Mexican Restaurant
Jan 25 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Happy 2024 Cowgirls. Our monthly Grub night will be on January 25, 2024 at Los Cabos Mexican Restaurant on Foothill Blvd. We will be discussing upcoming events, year end awards party, holiday party, slush funds, memberships and much more. Bring a friend and if they join, you get a free dinner. Susan won the basket so she will be bringing the raffle basket this month. Hope to see you there.

Jan
27
Sat
Rock Springs WY Pampurr Yourself Purse Auction @ Holiday Inn Ballroom
Jan 27 @ 4:47 am – 4:30 pm

Attending the 2024 Red Desert Humane Society’s Pampurr Yourself Purse and Jewelry Auction. Saturday, January 27, 2024 at the Holiday Inn Ballroom on Sunset Blvd. Rock Springs WY. Tickets are $50 each. Starts at 4:30 pm.

Rock Springs WY Wild West Outlaws Gymkhana @ SWEC Indoor Arena
Jan 27 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

The 4th gymkhana of the season for Wild West Outlaws Winter series. See flyer for details. Entries start at 9 am. For more information contact Susan Nichols.

Feb
2
Fri
Rock Springs WY Grizzlies Hockey Game @ Rock Springs Family Rec Center Ice Arena
Feb 2 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come out and watch our very own Rock Springs Grizzlies Hockey team play on their home ice. Game will be on Friday, February 2, 2024 at 7 pm a the Rock Springs Family Rec Center Ice Arena, 3900 Sweetwater Drive, Rock Springs WY 82901. Tickets are $10 each. If you go take a selfie and send to Susan to get on the roster.

Feb
9
Fri
Gainesville, TX Monthly Roundup @ St Joe's Pizza
Feb 9 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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.

Feb
10
Sat
Rock Springs WY RMEF Big Game Banquet @ SWEC
Feb 10 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Attending the annual Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Big Game Banquet on February 10, 2024 at the Events Complex. Starts at 5 pm. Raffles, games, dinner.

Feb
12
Mon
Gainesville, TX Open Arena Riding with True Horsemanship Seminars, LLC @ Cooke County Cowboy Church
Feb 12 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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

Feb
17
Sat
Rock Springs WY Wyoming Cares Fundraiser @ Eden Saloon
Feb 17 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Feb
18
Sun
Rock Springs WY Bowling Afternoon @ Pla Mor Bowling Lanes
Feb 18 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Let’s go bowling. Sunday February 18, 2024 at 1 pm. We might have to wait for an lane, but it doesn’t usually take too long. Cost is $4 per game. Please let me know if you are interested in going so we can get a head count.

Feb
24
Sat
Rock Springs WY Wild West Outlaws Gymkhana @ SWEC Indoor Arena
Feb 24 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

the 5th gymkhana of the Wild West Outlaws Winter series. Entries start at 9 am. For more information contact Susan Nichols.

Rock Springs WY GR Ducks Unlimited Banquet @ The Island Pavillion
Feb 24 @ 4:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Join us February 24th 2024 at the Green River’s Island Pavilion on Expedition Island
Door’s open at 4:30pm
Ticket’s
Single $70
Couple $110
Greenwing $35
Sponsor $320
Sponsor Couple $360
Corporate Gun Table $1300
We have other table options available to find out what they are:
Contact Marty for details 307.870.2338
New this Year Duck Bucks!!!
Pre- purchase of $120 for $100 used for games and raffles ONLY!
Only available as a pre-event purchase, not available at the Banquet.
(Duck Bucks have no cash value) No Refunds

2024 DU guns of the year!

Feb
27
Tue
Rock Springs WY Monthly Grub Night @ Los Cabos
Feb 27 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Monthly dinner gathering will be at Los Cabos on February 27, 2024 at 6:30 pm. Kari won the basket, so she will bring it to this dinner. We decided to donate a buckle for the Sweetwater Ranch Sort Club, and also for the Wild West Outlaws gymkhana 40 and over age group. Slush fund is $492.00. before the deduction for buckles.

Mar
2
Sat
Rock Springs WY Wild West Outlaws Gymkhana @ SWEC Indoor Arena
Mar 2 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

The 7th and final gymkhana of the winter series will be on March 2, 2024 at the indoor arena in Rock Springs. Entries start at 9 am. For more information contact Susan Nichols.

Gainesville, TX Attending LRRETA Monthy Trail Ride @ Lake Ray Roberts Jordan Park
Mar 2 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Enjoy a leisurely ride around beautiful Lake Ray Roberts. Wear green!

Mar
8
Fri
Rock Springs WY Hautala Family Benefit @ Eagles AERIE 151
Mar 8 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

This is a benefit for Carly and Ben Hautala. Cade pass away on January 21, 2024. We will do a Silent Auction, Dollar Raffles and a food truck. We will begin playing Xtreme Music Bingo starting at 7 PM. Cost of the boards are $10.00 for your 1st and $5.00 for any additional boards per category. Categories will be determined soon. For more information contact Laurie Kolar on Facebook.

Gainesville, TX Monthly Roundup @ County Seat Kitchen & Cocktails
Mar 8 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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.

Mar
15
Fri
Rock Springs WY St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail Party @ Nichols Ranch
Mar 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Let the Shenanigans Begin. Cowgirl Cocktail Party on March 15, 2024 at Susan Nichols’ house. Green beer or a Fuzzy Leprechauns are on our list of things to drink. We will have appetizers also. Everyone welcome to come. Please RSVP.

Mar
16
Sat
Rock Springs, WY Attending Mountain View St. Patrick’s Day Lucky 17 Auction and Dinner @ St, Helens Catholic Church
Mar 16 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

This is the 69th year to hold the annual fundraiser in support of our little parish of St. Helen’s. Lots of great raffle prizes and lots of great auction items. Dinner is Corned Beef and Irish Stew. Come on out! Tickets available at the door. See you there.

Mar
21
Thu
Rock Springs WY Cops & Dobbers Fundraiser For Fallen Officer Nevada Krinkee @ Sweetwater Events Complex
Mar 21 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join the cowgirls and area law enforcement agencies for a night of bingo, games, raffles and fun, honoring Fallen Officer Nevada Krinkee. This is a fundraiser for this young officer’s family. Bingo cards are $10 each. Event will be on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Doors open at 6 pm. Please see flyer for further details.

Mar
23
Sat
Rock Springs WY Emergency Preparedness Class @ Coal Train Depot
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

This class is to help educate on what to do in different emergency scenarios. We will be discussing what to do and what not to do. What gear to have for example what to keep in a bag in your vehicle if it breaks down on the side of the road. What to keep in your house if the power goes out. If this sounds like something you want to learn come out to Coal Train Coffee Depot and check it out!

Gainesville, TX Trail Ride @ Hickory Creek WMA @ Hickory Creek WMA (4 Corners)
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Hickory Creek WMA is a beautifully rugged, fun place to ride. The trails are now well marked and clear. You DO need a conservation pass to ride there, unless you already have an OK hunting or fishing license.

Mar
28
Thu
Rock Springs WY Grub Night @ Marty's Family Restaurant
Mar 28 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Join us for our monthly grub night on March 28, 2024 at 6:30 pm at Marty’s Family Restaurant on Elk Street in Rock Springs. Topics of discussion will be our slush fund, upcoming events, memberships and much more. Hope to see everyone there. Kari won the basket and will bring it this month.

Mar
29
Fri
Rock Springs WY Icebox Open Barrel Race @ Sublette County Fairgrounds
Mar 29 – Mar 31 all-day
2024 ICEBOX OPEN
$5,000.00ADDED
OPEN 4D 1/2 sec splits(will go to a 5D at 75 runners)
YETI Maturity Incentive 3D 3/4 Splits 100% PAYBACK
OPEN Poles 3D Full Second Split
18/50 3D Full Second Split
Turtle & Hare 2D
$50 EF OPEN 4D 80% Payback
$75 EF YETI Maturity Sidepot 3D 100% payback
$50 OPEN 3D Poles 80% Payback
$50 EF 18/50 3D 80% Payback
$20 EF Turtle & Hare 100% Payback
$10 Office Fee 1X per rider $5 Ground per horse.
Stalls & RV hookup available onsite
$25 RV Hookup per/night
$20 Stall or Pen per/night
Camping out & tying out welcome on grounds.
Entry forms can be found at www.chasintimeproductions.com
Online entry can be found at wwwfastenter.com under ICE BOX OPEN 2022
Any and all questions please contact Jessie Ann Chrisman via messenger or call 307-260-5266
Mar
30
Sat
Gainesville, TX Trail Maintenance @ Big Mineral @ Big Mineral Equestrian Camp
Mar 30 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Jump on your horse or mule and have some fun while also helping to maintain the trails at Big Mineral. Bring some loppers and a snack. Big Mineral is a pretty rugged ride with some fairly steep hills. Its not rocky though and your steed can go barefoot. Also, theres no fee to ride there.

Apr
3
Wed
Rock Springs WY Highland Cow Painting @ Santa Fe Southwest Grill
Apr 3 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Come and paint with us! We’ll be painting “Highland Cow” Wednesday, April 3rd AND Thursday, April 4th from 6:00PM to 8:30PM at Santa Fe in Rock Springs! WE HAVE STENCILS! Your $35 ticket includes: 2.5 hours of painting • 16 x 20 stretched canvas to take home • Your own easel to work on • Paint, brushes and aprons • Help from the artist so you can go home loving your new piece! • Great Music!

Apr
4
Thu
Rock Springs WY Highland Cow Painting Night @ Santa Fe Southwest Grill
Apr 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:45 pm

Come and paint with us! We’ll be painting “Highland Cow” Wednesday, April 3rd AND Thursday, April 4th from 6:00PM to 8:30PM at Santa Fe in Rock Springs! WE HAVE STENCILS! Your $35 ticket includes: 2.5 hours of painting • 16 x 20 stretched canvas to take home • Your own easel to work on • Paint, brushes and aprons • Help from the artist so you can go home loving your new piece! • Great Music!

Apr
5
Fri
Rock Springs WY Dash 4 Dollars Barrel Race @ Golden Spike Arena
Apr 5 @ 6:51 pm – Apr 7 @ 7:51 pm
Apr
6
Sat
Gainesville,TX Attending Celebration Of Life Trail Ride for Peggie Redhorse Kimberlins @ TADRA @ LBJ Grasslands
Apr 6 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

We’re honoring the life of a great Cowgirl. We’ll be having her favorite trail ride lunch after, bologna sandwiches. I think someone is smoking a bologna. So bring a potluck dish to share.

Apr
13
Sat
Gainesville, TX Ada Mule Sale @ Pontotoc County Agri-Plex
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday sale starts at 9 am with wagons, trailers, antiques, & farm equipment. Consignment mules start an hour after that. If anyone is interested in more, Thursday @ 4pm is a trail competition & Friday is the tack sale

Rock Springs WY Casino Fever @ Young at Heart @ Young at Heart Center
Apr 13 @ 4:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Join us at the Young at Heart Community Center April 13th, 2024 for the 15th Annual Casino Fever. Doors open at 4:30 PM.

Apr
19
Fri
Rock Springs WY Spring Home Show @ SWEC
Apr 19 – Apr 21 all-day

Attending the 2024 Spring Home and Garden Show at the Sweetwater Events Complex. Free to the public..

Gainesville, TX Monthly Roundup @ Villa Grande Mexican Restaurant
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Its roundup time again ladies! Join us for dinner, drinks, merry making, shenanigan planning and discussing all things equine.

Apr
21
Sun
Gainesville, TX Dogwood Bloom Trail Ride @ Caddo Grasslands @ Bois D'Arc Trailhead @ Caddo Grasslands
Apr 21 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

The dogwoods are blooming at Caddo Grasslands!! #1, its a lovely time to ride at Caddo AND did I mention the dogwoods? #2, If you wait too long to go ride out there, when it gets hot, the horse flies get vicious. So come enjoy the Grasslands now while its beautiful.

Apr
27
Sat
Rock Springs WY Spirit of WY Expo @ Sweetwater Events Complex
Apr 27 – Apr 28 all-day

The Spirit of Wyoming is so excited to return to Rock Springs! We host amazing vendors from all across the country who bring in so many different practices and tools to the holistic community! There will be Aura photography, Psychic and Tarot Readings, Reiki, Shamanic Items, Massage, Energy healing, Bio Feedback and so much more! Come join us and find our what we are all about! Raise the vibration in yourself and your community.

May
2
Thu
Rock Springs WY Mule Deer Days @ Sweetwater Events Complex
May 2 – May 4 all-day

The 2nd Annual Mule Deer Days will take place at the SWEC on May 2-4, 2024. More information to follow.

Rock Springs WY Annie Oakley Dinner @ Holiday Inn Ballroom
May 2 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
May
10
Fri
Rock Springs WY Ceramic Night @ Santa Fe Southwest Grill
May 10 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Come and Paint With Us! Friday, May 10th from 5:00 PM to 8:30PM at Santa Fe in Rock Springs we will be painting these awesome Ceramic Planters! Each piece takes about 2 hours to paint, go at your own pace, show up any time for a soft start between 5:00PM and 6:30PM. Choose from Vintage Trucks ($40), Vintage Campers ($40) , Cowboy Boot ($40), 3 pack of different sized Gnomes ($40), Wine Holder High Heel ($30), Rainbow ($25) and Llamas ($25)! We will have 15 different colors to choose from, and they are incredibly easy! Stencils Provided! Perfect for all ages! Your ticket includes: 2.5 hours of painting • 1 Ceramic piece (3 if gnomes) • Paint, brushes and aprons • Help from the artist so you can go home loving your new piece! • Great Music!
IF YOU HAVE ANY ISSUES AT CHECKOUT, PLEASE CALL OR TEXT 1-630-567-1078 AND WE WILL FIX IT!
Gainesville, TX Monthly Roundup @ Amante Patio
May 10 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Its Roundup time! Time to plan some stuff, have some drinks, dinners, and FUN!!!!

Rock Springs WY Music Bingo Fundraiser @ Johnny Macs Tavern
May 10 @ 7:00 pm – May 11 @ 9:00 pm
COME OUT AND HELP TOMORROWS BUSINESS LEADERS! ALL PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE RS CHAPTER.
XTREME MUSIC BINGO FUNDRAISER FOR WYO HIGH SCHOOL FBLA. MAY 10TH @ 7PM.
BASKET RAFFLES
50/50
AND BINGO PRIZES
May
11
Sat
Gainesville, TX Attending Annual Era Masonic Trail Ride @ G-C Ranch
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come join us, Saturday, May 4, 2024 on our Trail Ride. This beautiful ride is in the area of the historic
“Chisholm Trail” on the G-C Ranch. The ride starts at 10:00 A.M. sharp. Lunch is provided, drinks
will be furnished. Porta Privies will be available.

It is recommended the horses be shod for this ride.
Negative Coggins required-no exceptions. Cost is $30 for adults, $10 for students, and kids under 12 are free.

May
18
Sat
Rock Springs WY Confidence Clinic @ SWEC Indoor Arena
May 18 – May 19 all-day
40 Something Cowgirls is teaming up with Sara Lowe of Sagebrush Training to offer a two-day confidence clinic focusing on ranch and trail obstacles. These clinics are fun, encouraging, and full of laughter. Sagebrush Sara works on building each rider up and strengthening your relationship with your horse. All levels of riders are welcome!
Cost $400. Current 40 Something Cowgirls get 10% discount!
SPACE IS LIMITED!
Pre-register by 5/1/24, $200 non-refundable deposit required. Remainder due one week before the event.
To register call/text Kari Moneyhun at 206-819-5274.
Jun
8
Sat
Rock Springs WY 2nd Annual Pride Fest @ Bunning Park
Jun 8 all-day

Save the date for the second annual Pride Fest in Rock Springs! We can’t wait to see you all there!

Jun
15
Sat
Rock Springs WY Rods and Rails Car Show @ North Front Street
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Free to the Public. The Annual Rods & Rails Car Show welcomes car enthusiasts from Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and more! Food trucks, face painting, raffle baskets and great music. Fundraiser for the Girls and Boys Club of Sweetwater County.

Rock Springs WY Sweetwater Blues n’ Brews @ Bunning Park
Jun 15 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Save the date and get ready to cool down with a stout or lager while appreciating friendships, live entertainment and fresh air at the annual Sweetwater Blues n’ Brews on June 15, 2 pm to 7 pm in Bunning Park, Downtown Rock Springs.

Jul
13
Sat
Rock Springs WY International Days @ Bunning Park
Jul 13 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

International Day celebrates the diverse heritage of Rock Springs each July. Known as the “Home of 56 Nationalities,” different cultures are celebrated all day through food, exhibits, costumes and live entertainment. It is the only ethnic festival of its kind in Wyoming, so you won’t want to miss it! This year’s annual festival features a wide range of local, regional, and international entertainment, activities for kids, exotic foods and unique vendor items. Performers from various parts of the world provide a smorgasbord of music and dance entertainment throughout the day. Food, drinks, music, arts, crafts and more all with free admission! See you on July 13th in Bunning Park!

Jul
14
Sun
Rock Springs WY National High School Finals Rodeo @ Sweetwater Events Complex
Jul 14 – Jul 20 all-day
Sweetwater County and the Events Complex will be hosting 1,700+ competitors from 43 US states from Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Mexico for the National High School Finals Rodeo. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be apart of the seven days of excitement! 13 Rodeo Performances, 4 Competition Arenas, Talented Contestants, Large Vendor Tradeshow, Concessions, Queen Contest, and Shooting Competition. This is a family friendly event and all are welcome! The Tradeshow if FREE to attend.