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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.

Feb
10
Sat
Farmersville TX @ An Evening With Michael Johnson @ Community Players Theatre
Feb 10 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Cowgirls, this is a local opportunity to hear a great “Author, Humorist & Playwright”, Michael Johnson.  Michael lives in our own Campbell, TX.  I had the opportunity to hear him at a Lazy TK Ranch event in Breckenridge a couple of years ago.  Such a fun Cowboy gentlemen with stories to tell.  Tickets are free to the public, with donations appreciated!  Plan your calendar and save this evening!  Please plan to wear your 40SC Gear and make a showing… and fork up those donations!  It will be good for the Theatre and great for Michael’s fans!

Feb
17
Sat
Rock Springs WY Wyoming Cares Fundraiser @ Eden Saloon
Feb 17 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Feb
24
Sat
Columbia Basin, WA – Miss Rodeo WA Coronation
Feb 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Feb
26
Mon
Early, Texas Good Samaritan, paint a soup bowl fundraiser @ Good Samaritan
Feb 26 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Early, Texas.  Will be attending the annual Good Samaritan Paint a soup Bowl Fundraiser

come join us for a fun filled night of helping out our community

Good Samaritan annual paint a soup bowl for their fight against  fundraiser

Paint a soup bowl to be bought by locals attending the annual Fundraiser , on April 11th at the Brownwood Coliseum

 

 

 

Mar
17
Sun
Wylie, TX **canceled due to rain**Attending Penning Practice *rescheduled to the 24th** @ Sloan Arena
Mar 17 @ 1:00 pm

Come join us for a fun time working some cows!  Very laid back, beginner friendly environment.

Good place to learn to open gates and work those cows as a team.

Weather permitting, please keep an eye on calendar for possible date changes.

Mar
21
Thu
Green River, Wyoming – Attending “Cops & Dobbers” Fundraiser for Fallen Officer, Nevada Krinkee @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Main Grandstands
Mar 21 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

“Cops & Dobbers” is Sweetwater County’s way of giving back to a fallen officer from the Sheridan Police Department.

Sheridan Police Officer Sgt. Nevada Krinkee was killed in the line of duty on 2/13/24.  Sgt. Krinkee leaves behind a loving wife and family.

The Green River Police Department, Rock Springs Police Department, and the Sweetwater County’s Sheriff’s Office are hosting a night of Bingo, silent auction, and raffles.  All funds raised will be donated to Sgt. Krinkee family.

 

The Food Dude will be providing for purchase as well as drinks will be available.

Mar
23
Sat
Midland,Tx.-Bake Sale @ Tractor Supply
Mar 23 @ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

The cowgirl annual bake sale to raise money for our t-shirt sale for Autism Awareness.  There will be lots of goodies and maybe even a few non food items.  Come out and support us, supporting a special cause.

Mar
24
Sun
Wylie, TX – 3 Man 3 gate practice @ Top Rail Cowboy Church
Mar 24 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Come out and practice some 3 man 3 gate!

Top Rail Cowboy Church is hosting 3 man/ 3 gate practice for all ages and skill levels.

  • per rider – $30

Call or text 214-208-0251 for more information.

Mar
30
Sat
Poolville, TX * New Date * Attending “Bust A Nut” Benefit @ The Heidaway
Mar 30 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

“Bust a Nut” is a fundraiser event to benefit 5150 Rescue Farm. Come have drinks, listen to Heidi’s stories, hang out with friends, and look at some great art. Drinks will be served from a converted horse trailer. More details as she posts the latest on the event.

Purpose of the fundraiser: 5150 farm was surrendered a bunch of Guinea pigs that need to be neutered.

Heidi and 5150 Farms rescues animals of all types, like the pig that caused an uproar locally. All animals are cared for and get vet treatments. Some will find their forever home on the farm and others are able to get adopted.

We can also hit up the Cantina for Mexican food and drinks after to keep the laughs going.

Apr
11
Thu
Early, Texas Good Samaritan Fundraiser Soup Project @ Brownwood Coliseum
Apr 11 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Early, Texas. Annual Good Samaritan Soup Bowl Project

We will be attending the Good Samaritan annual fundraiser

Help fight  Hunger locally & globally. Dine on a simple meal of soup, bread dessert and water. Take home a hand painted ceramic bowl as a reminder of the fight against food insecurity and hunger in our area and around the world

admission is $15 per person

May
4
Sat
Early, Texas. Cowboy Capital MS Trail Ride @ Blue Stem Ranch
May 4 @ 7:00 am – 11:00 am

Early, Texas. Attending the Cowboy Capital MS Trail Ride

Gates open up at  7am

Ride Check in begins at : 8 am

Saddled Up and Ready at 8:45 am

Stay for lunch, auction, and drawing for hundred, riffle& Handgun raffle

tickets available for $10 each

May
11
Sat
Wylie, TX – Fry and Ride *UPDATED* @ Kaufman County Cowboy Church
May 11 @ 4:00 pm – May 12 @ 7:00 pm

Come play & fellowship at the K3C arena.

** Fish Fry is still on**

Fish Fry 4p-7p

Band will be playing, face painting, horseshoes, cornhole, dummy roping, and other games.

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15inches of rain is causing the arena to postpone penning – Watch Kaufman County Cowboy church for new date.

4Man 4Gate practice & Jackpot………    Jackpot 100% payback

  • BOOKS OPEN @12:30PM
  • PRACTICE STARTS @1:30PM
  • JACKPOT STARTS @4:00PM

Kids Camp Fish Fry with all the fixings 4p-7p

full day of fun, games for everyone!

Donations go to helping kids go to camp

***Outdoor arena, questionable weather, call before you haul***

**PROOF OF NEGATIVE COGGINS**

*CONCESSION STAND AVAILABLE*

CONTACT CATHY MARTIN FOR MORE INFORMATION 903-603-0701

 

 

May
19
Sun
Early, Texas Benefit Barrel Race @ TA Head Arena
May 19 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Early, Texas.  Benefit Barrel  Race

 

5D format with a 1/2 splits

$50. entry fee

50% Payout

8am till 11am  Exhibition Starts, cost

Cowboy Casanova Race

immediately following 5D Race

$25. Entry Fee

Ride and Show off the Barrel Racers how it’s done !

9am till 2pm Silent Auction

10am Church Service

10:30 am 5D Race Starts

 

noon     break for lunch

Info for Silent Auction

Jennifer Darnell  325-451-4142

Candace Stauch  972-998-1515

 

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.

 

KINNEAR, WY Pop Tab Challenge
Jun 1 @ 5:37 pm – Aug 31 @ 6:37 pm

Pop Tab Challenge- Save your pop tabs, soup can tabs, pet food can tabs, etc! We will have a weigh-in at the end to see who collected the most! The tabs will go to the Ronald McDonald House in Salt Lake City.

Jun
9
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Beach Poker Ride @ South Jetty Beach
Jun 9 @ 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
The annual Scholarship Beach Poker Ride is just around the corner!
Please share this event with your horse friends!
They have some amazing prizes lined up but are looking for more donations.
Please give us a call, email or message if you would like to donate to this event! Valerie Carkuff 541.961.7309 or Jason Birrer  541.272.9938
McMinnville OR ATTENDING LINCOLN COUNTY POSSE POKER RIDE
Jun 9 @ 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm

This is a great poker ride and the beautiful beaches of Newport Oregon
Tons of prizes come and enjoy

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.

McMinnville OR ATTENDING MULE SKINNERS PRIZE RIDE @ Rebels Riverside
Jun 15 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am

Trott on over to Riverside Ranch on Saturday, June 15 to join the Mule Skinners club on a 9 mile trail ride filled with scenic water crossings, thick forest, terrain, quick elevation changes as well as natural and man-made obstacles.
Make sure to giddy up back to the barn in time for raffle prize giveaways that begin at 3:30 PM. You won’t wanna miss out on this one

Jun
30
Sun
Salem, OR Attending Jokers Wild Poker Ride @ TE Ranch
Jun 30 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Come on out for the 24th Annual Oregon Equestrian Trails Mid-Valley Chapter Poker Ride.

Directions: North on 9th St, go 1 mile, Left on Heritage Hills Rd, then follow the signs to TE Ranch.

$10 per hand or 3 hand for $20 (minimum one hand per rider)
Minors (under 18 yrs old) need a parent or guardian signature.

First rider out 9 am * Last rider out 12 pm * Awards at 2: 30 PM
NO DOGS PLEASE!

Food will be available for purchase from J&C BBQ.

For more information, please call Meg 541.609.1075 or email PokerRideInfo@gmail.com

Jul
14
Sun
Estacada, OR -Attending Clackamas County Sheriff’s Posse Raffle Ride @ Beavercreek
Jul 14 @ 9:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Clackamas County Sheriff’s Posse Annual Raffle Ride – July 14th.

First riders out at 9am ; Last riders out at 11am.

Grand Prize is $200

Additional prizes -Must be present to win.

Cost $30 per rider, kids under 10yrs is $10 (includes ride, one raffle ticket, and lunch)

There is a new parking area this year, just down the road from last year’s location. “We have updated the ride so you will not have to ride on logging roads and will stay in beautiful forest and fields.”

No smoking, No alcohol, No stallions, foals, or dogs.

Horse shoes are highly recommended.

RSVP is preferred: [email protected] or 503-780-4622

Jul
20
Sat
Salem, OR to Attend Poker Ride @ Milo McIver State Park
Jul 20 @ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Register now for our July 20th Ride to Provide Poker Ride!
The ride will be held at the Milo McIver State Park, but because the State Park System no longer allows the exchange of money on park property, everyone must pre-register to participate.
You may register up to the day of, but if you register prior to July 15th, you will receive an extra poker hand.
Aug
4
Sun
KINNEAR, WY Pet Supply Drive @ Marillyn's House
Aug 4 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Swing over to Marillyn’s house- drop off your donation and have a margarita!

 

At our last meeting, we talked about doing a pet supply drive and/or donations for the surrounding animal non-profit organizations.  I will put a supply list of items below. If you prefer that your donation items go to a specific rescue, let me know. My plan was to collect items for Friends of Yola’s but I am open to donating things to other organizations.
If you would like to make a monetary donation via paypal, please take a screenshot or email me your receipt so that I can add you to the roster. I have put together a list of non-profit rescues with their Paypal info. I would like to collect items by May 5th.
Paypal:
**Yola’s- Yola and Boogy Fund on paypal
**Pet Partners (feral cat program in Carbon County)- Pet Partners of Carbon County on paypal
**Wyoming Mustang Association- Wyoming Mustang Association on Paypal
**Lander Pet Connection- Lander Pet Connection on paypal
**PAWS- Paws 4 Life Animal League on paypal
Supply List:
Dog food
Puppy food
Crates/kennels preferably the plastic kind in medium, large, or XL
Bleach
Collars and leashes- medium or large
Puppy pads
2 gallon flat back buckets (for dog water in outdoor kennels)
Dog treats
Marrow bones (Filled) made in USA
Stainless steel bowls
Aug
9
Fri
Wylie, TX Attending 4 Pen Jackpot @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Aug 9 @ 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Anyone can participate in the 4Pen Jackpot so if you want to come out and ride with us let us know!  We will be happy to have you out there!

Aug
31
Sat
Rock Springs WY SWC Patriots Poker Shoot Fundraiser @ Sweetwater County Shooting Range
Aug 31 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Registration begins at 9:00 AM
Shooting begins at 10:00 AM
Entry fees:
$15 for first hand
$10 for additional hands
Requirements:
-Cash only
-Bring your own pistol and ammo. (Pistols only please)
-Bring hearing protection
-Must be 18+ to participate
Prizes:
Top shooter will win Challenge Coin for bragging rights AND 25% of funds raised at event.
2nd & 3rd place will split the remaining 25% of the pot
Beneficiary:
Proceeds will go towards the purchase of a Stab Proof Vest that will be donated to the Rock Springs Police Department K-9 unit.
Competition to be held be at the Sweetwater County Sheriffs Shooting range, which is located directly south and next to the county range. There will be signs!

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Rock Springs, Wyoming
Spanaway WA Roy Rodeo Parking @ Roy Rodeo Grounds
Aug 31 @ 9:00 am – Sep 1 @ 2:00 pm

Our chapter is helping with Rodeo parking on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1st.
This is a fundraiser for our chapter!
We need a minimum of 6 people each day (on horse or on foot). This is a rain or shine commitment. If you commit to helping, please follow through.
You need to be ready to go by 9 AM each day. The rodeo gates open at noon and the show starts at 1:30 both days.
Each participant will receive a ticket for entry to the rodeo and a ticket for lunch.
Please wear a 40SC shirt if you can. If you don’t have a 40SC shirt, a pink shirt will be fine.
We are also inviting our neighboring chapters to help.
Let’s go have some cowgirl fun and get those cars parked!

Kings Mountain, NC River Float @ Green River Tubing
Aug 31 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Float the Green River in Saluda, NC

Let’s stay cool floating the Green River at 5200 Green River Cove Rd.,Saluda, NC. We will carpool there and arrive there by 10:00 to start our adventure. After our float which takes about 2-3 hours, we can have lunch in the cute town of Saluda or at the Tryon Equestrian Center!

Sep
13
Fri
Kings Mountain, NC Cattle Drive @ Andora Farm
Sep 13 @ 8:00 am – Sep 15 @ 11:00 am

Owners Tom and Pat Seay open their home and land for a unique cattle experience. Experienced or novice welcome, you will be guided and mentored by experienced cattle driving and team penning staff.
Lots of history at this old farm, you will want to have this kind of fun without having to go west. The most awesome thing is you bring your own horse.
Power at each site. Community hose for water for your trailer. Stalls for each horse. Small bathhouse on property, but not fancy.

Contact Pat Seay for availability: 540-829-9555

Sep
14
Sat
Farmersville TX @ Atwoods “Hot Dog Fundraiser” @ Atwoods Ranch & Home
Sep 14 @ 9:00 am – 2:30 pm

Cowgirls will be serving up Hot Dogs and Drinks to the Atwoods patrons during the morning and through lunch!

Midlothian, TX: Renaissance at the Ranch @ Paws for Reflection Ranch
Sep 14 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Charity event/horse show to benefit Paws for Reflection Ranch! Music, venders, faire food, and PFRR riders showing their horses

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.

Newberg, OR 4th Annual Prize Ride @ Willamette Mission State Park
Sep 21 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

Come join the Newberg Cowgirls for their 4th Annual Prize Ride Saturday September 21, 2024.  There will be over a $1,000.00 in prizes – grand prize, tack, home decor and more!!!

TICKETS:

$20.00 Ride comes with 1 Ticket

$5.00 per ticket or $20.00 for 5

 

SCHEDULE:

8:30am Registration Opens

9:00am First Rider Out

11:30am Lunch and Drinks will be available for purchase $5.00

1:30pm Raffle/Prize Drawing

 

OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Bring a chair

Each vehicle must pay their own $5.00 park fee

Please clean up after your horse in the parking area

Winner MUST be present to receive prize

NO alcohol, stallions, riderless horses or dogs

ALL riders under the age of 18 MUST wear a helmet

Sep
27
Fri
Forsyth GA New Beginnings in Christ Benefit Ride at Mingo Trails Sep 27-29 @ Mingo Trails
Sep 27 – Sep 29 all-day

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Wylie, TX Attending 4 Pen Jackpot @ Hopkins County Civic Center
Sep 27 @ 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Anyone can participate in this event so if you want to come out and ride let us know.  Covered arena, plenty of parking space.  If you don’t have anyone to ride with there will be plenty of us there to ride with you. Come on out and give it a try!

Sep
28
Sat
Forsyth GA St Jude Ride on Sep 28th – Dry Creek Trails – Hosted by Gordon County Saddle Club @ Dry Creek Trails
Sep 28 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Gordon County Saddle Club is once again hosting a St Jude’s Ride for Children.  Event will run from 9:00 – 3:30.  More details to come….Save the date! September 28th!

 

Rock Springs WY Heroes and Heels @ Bunning Freight Station
Sep 28 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The YWCA Victims Advocacy Center is hosting their 1st Annual Heroes and Heels event in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness month. The event will take place on September 28th at Bunning Hall Freight Station from 6pm-10pm and will feature local heroes.

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Benbrook TX – Attending 7th Annual Fall Gala @ SPJST
Sep 28 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us as we support Runnin’ Free Ranch at their Fall Gala! Live and silent auction, games, music and food. Your $40 per person ticket includes dinner and two complimentary drinks (beer or wine). For more information, contact Amy Dojahn at 214-399-4270

Oct
1
Tue
Early, Texas National Night Out @ Mary’s House
Oct 1 @ 5:30 pm – 5:45 pm

Early, Texas, National Night Out

Come  join us as we celebrate National Night Out.

we get to met some of communities finest that are first responders

Have some delicious hot dogs, Chips, and drinks, while letting horses and enjoying a movie on the big screen

don’t forget to bring a couple cans of tuna , to help out  our local food bank, Good Samaritan

Oct
12
Sat
Kings Mountain, NC Fundraiser @ Leatherman Lane
Oct 12 @ 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Join us at Leatherman Lane to celebrate horses and help raise money to battle Breast Cancer. Annual event that features various vendors, food, live music and of course horses. There is a planned trail ride!!!!One of our charities we support Cleveland County Hearts and Hooves, will be there to highlight there important work with our awesome participants from North Shelby School, Shelby, NC. We have our Boot there for Donations. Please bring cash so you can help another great cause! Your can visit Leatherman Lans page here for updates as they make them: https://www.facebook.com/HorseLoversDay

Oct
19
Sat
Rock Springs WY Furball Fundraising Event @ Holiday Inn Ballroom
Oct 19 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Dress up in your best 50’s themed attire (optional) and come enjoy dinner, cash bar, live and silent auctions, music, trivia and lots more fun!! Tickets will be available for purchase starting September 9th. More ticket information will be coming out soon!! Please contact Heidi at the Humane Society for questions.
307-362-1636

Oct
26
Sat
Forsyth GA 1st Annual Ride or Walk Spook Fest on Oct 26th from 12-6 $25 @ Thundering Hills Ranch & Rescue
Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Thundering Hills Ranch & Rescue presents their first annual Spook Fest. Dress up your equine partner and participate in our costume contest. Take a peaceful ride down the trails or thru the hay fields. Then try out our spooky obstacle course. We will have hayrides and games for the kiddos and kid at heart. Cozy up by the bonfire with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee with all the fixins purchased from our cocoa/coffee bar or purchase a make your own s’more at our smores bar with several options to make the ultimate smore. Browse our silent auction items, purchase some homemade goodies, take part in some awesome raffles or just come to see all the pretty horses. All proceeds go to Thundering Hills Ranch & Rescue. No rental horses will be available. We do welcome all furry friends/family members, but they must remain on a leash and be on their best behavior. No stalls will be available for this event so please plan accordingly. Current coggins must be presented upon check in NO EXCEPTIONS!       Brandi Colvin Drew

Last I heard, Brandi was looking for volunteers and items for the Silent Auction.  If anybody has anything to donate or goodies to bring, or a specific area you wanted to volunteer at, maybe we could volunteer as a chapter – serving hot cocoa, helping with games, etc.  Let’s discuss it at our roundup meeting on Aug 27th and then notify Brandi once we come up with a group plan or individually!  This is for such a good cause!  Thanks!    Kathy

 

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Nov
8
Fri
Kings Mountain, NC Camp and Ride @ 4B Farm and Campground
Nov 8 @ 1:00 pm – Nov 10 @ 2:30 pm

Join our cowgirls as we attend a Scavenger Hunt on horseback in the Uhwarrie National Forest.

Event to benefit Back Country Horsemen o Uhwarrie in their goal to keep the trails open to equestrians .

Reservations can be made online at www.4bfarmandcampground.com

or call them at 910-606-1052.

Negative Coggins Requied!

Nov
9
Sat
Benbrook TX – Rutledge Fundraiser @ Lazy TK Ranch
Nov 9 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Cowhand challenge!(sorting, penning, etc). All proceeds go to Rutledge Cancer Foundation! We will have a chuck wagon lunch available for purchase . This event is a benefit. Cowgirls only will have buckles to the winning team. The open division will have a payout. 4 man teams. Pre registration is encouraged and there will be a $50. Plan on a silent auction and some 50/50 poker draws (bring cash). Sign up link to follow.