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Bring in the New Year with a ride at Mildred Kanipe. Meeting at the day use trail head .
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.
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.
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.
Come out for a meal, some cowgirl talk about horses, events and perhaps an adult beverage of choice.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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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).
Horse Course serves as the main fundraiser for the Student Chapter of AAEP (Equine Veterinary Club) at WSU, allowing us students the opportunity to host labs that let us practice skills like dental exams, ultrasound exams, and joint injections. We appreciate your interest in supporting our club!
Please visit https://wsuhorsecourse.weebly.com for more information and to purchase tickets. If you have any questions, reach out to Maddie at [email protected]. We can’t wait to see you in February! “
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 .
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.
We have been invited to ride at the Rafter L ranch.
Beautiful scenery and an obstacle course available too.
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.
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.
the 5th gymkhana of the Wild West Outlaws Winter series. Entries start at 9 am. For more information contact Susan Nichols.
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
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!
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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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.
March 2nd 10am-3pm
Feb 28 4pm-8pm
Feb 29 9am-8pm
March 1 9am-4pm
See https://www.facebook.com/groups/1831250400496442 for updates on volunteer opportunities
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.
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.
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.
Barn Dance & Line Dancing Lessons at Granville (Granite Falls) Grange Hall! Doors open at 6pm & Line Dancing Lessons start at 7pm until 9pm. Open dancing between lessons and at 9pm. Miller Meats Food Truck will be set up and serving great food starting at 4pm. This is a FREE event open to every one of all ages!! POP UP vendors will also be on site! Feel free to bring your own food & drinks with you. Come on out for a great time dancing and socializing with friends! #ladydidancin #linedancing #linedancinglessons (tips/donations excepted & appreciated for lessons)
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 others in 40SC know if you want to ride.
2 hours of beginning and intermediate line dance lessons!
Tack sale, demonstrations, exhibitors, auction
https://www.bchw.org/rendezvous_2024.php
What is Rendezvous??
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 .
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.
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!