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Jun
3
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending 36th Annual Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo @ Green River Arena
Jun 3 @ 6:00 pm – Jun 4 @ 10:00 pm

Kick summer off with an evening of rodeo action.  From the classic event of bareback riding, saddle bronc, the fan favorite of bull riding, the pretty gals and fast horses of barrel racing and all the timed events as well.

Gates open at 6pm and rodeo action kicks off at 7pm.

 

 

Green River, Wyoming – Attending 37th Annual Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo @ Green River Arena
Jun 3 @ 6:00 pm – Jun 4 @ 10:00 pm

Kick summer off with an evening of rodeo action.  From the classic event of bareback riding, saddle bronc, the fan favorite of bull riding, the pretty gals and fast horses of barrel racing and all the timed events as well.

Gates open at 6pm and rodeo action kicks off at 7pm.

 

 

Jul
29
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Red Desert Roundup Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Main Grandstands
Jul 29 @ 6:00 pm – Jul 30 @ 10:30 pm

Enjoy rodeo action at the professional level at the Red Desert Roundup PRCA Rodeo.

From the classic events of Saddle Bronc , bareback, the fan favorite of bull riding, and the pretty girls & fast horses of barrel racing.  Don’t forget the classic timed events of team roping, steer wrestling, and calf roping.

Pre Show events may vary but they usually have mutton busting, teen cash scramble, and the adult cash scramble.

Green River, Wyoming – Attending Red Desert Roundup Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Main Grandstands
Jul 29 @ 6:00 pm – Jul 30 @ 10:30 pm

Enjoy rodeo action at the professional level at the Red Desert Roundup PRCA Rodeo.

From the classic events of Saddle Bronc , bareback, the fan favorite of bull riding, and the pretty girls & fast horses of barrel racing.  Don’t forget the classic timed events of team roping, steer wrestling, and calf roping.

Pre Show events may vary but they usually have mutton busting, teen cash scramble, and the adult cash scramble.

Jan
7
Sun
Midland, TX Roundup @ Cotton Patch
Jan 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Please join us at the Cotton Patch in Midland for the Midland, TX  Cowgirl’s Roundup monthly meeting.  Sunday @ 6:00 pm

 

Jan
13
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Sweetwater Ranch Sort Club Jackpot #1 @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arenax
Jan 13 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Classes as follows:

Open Class$35 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

#4 Class – $30 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

Ranch Hand – $25 per run

1 on 5 – $45 – 1 run

Total Sort – $75 – if time allows

All Classes 65% Payback

Youth 12 & under – $15 100% Payback 3 Ride limit

All entries must be paid in cash NO CHECKS

 Membership Fees: 

*Family (within household): $150

*Single: $100

Jackpot entries: 8:30am – 9:30am

Jackpot starts @10am

Jan
16
Tue
Wanship, Utah Chapter Meeting and Dinner @ Red Lobster @ Red Lobster
Jan 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Monthly meeting to discuss Arizona horse camping, Paria river ranch rides, other activities.

Jan
25
Thu
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Wyoming Paint & Create @ Santa Fe Southwest Grill
Jan 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

**********Limited space so please get your tickets purchased**********

Join in the fun of instructed painting of your own “Gnome”.  The $35 ticket includes: 2.5 hours of painting, a 16×20 stretched canvas to take home, your own easel to your on, paint, brushes, and aprons.  Also included will help from the art instructor so you can go home loving your new art piece.  Don’t forget get some great music.  Food and drinks available at your own expense.

If you plan on attending, you do have to purchase a ticket.  Tickets can be purchased through wyopaintandcreate.com

If you have issues at checkout when purchasing you ticket, please call or text (630) 567-1078

Jan
27
Sat
MIDLAND,TX- RIDE AT JEN’S @ Jen's Ranch
Jan 27 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Let’s get our ride on at Jen’s.  We will meet at no0n, bring something to eat or snack on and something to drink.  There are oil field roads and some could be rocky.  If your horse is barefoot, you will probably want boots for your pony.  The terrain is mostly sand except the roads.  Wonder what kind of critters we might see?m

Jan
28
Sun
Green River, Wyoming – Lunch/Meeting Gathering @ China Garden
Jan 28 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Let’s get 2024 off to a start.  This will be a lunch/meeting gathering.  Discussion will be but not limited to:  upcoming events, chapter slush fund, HQ updates, and much more.  Please bring suggestions, ideas, and information for future events.  You don’t want to miss this one as there are some surprises in store too!

Feb
4
Sun
Midland, TX- Monthly Round Up @ Fuoco Italian Cuisine
Feb 4 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

We will gather up, laugh, eat and plan our month.  Bring your ideas for any new events and we will discuss them during the meal.

Feb
9
Fri
Midland, TX- Craft Night @ Michelle's Barn
Feb 9 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Some of y’all have been wanting to paint these horseshoes.  We can gather around and do a little crafting and alot of laughing.  If you have any old horseshoes, bring them, if not we will have some there.

Feb
10
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Sweetwater Ranch Sort Club Jackpot #2 @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arenax
Feb 10 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Classes as follows:

Open Class$35 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

#4 Class – $30 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

Ranch Hand – $25 per run

1 on 5 – $45 – 1 run

Total Sort – $75 – if time allows

All Classes 65% Payback

Youth 12 & under – $15 100% Payback 3 Ride limit

All entries must be paid in cash NO CHECKS

 Membership Fees: 

*Family (within household): $150

*Single: $100

Jackpot entries: 8:30am – 9:30am

Jackpot starts @10am

Feb
22
Thu
Midland, TX-Monthly Lunch With the Girls @ Murray's Restaurant and Deli
Feb 22 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Some days we just need a Cowgirl break in the middle of the week!  Let’s get together for a quick lunch a few laughs.

Mar
2
Sat
Midland, TX-Attending 2024 West Texas Bull Invasion @ Ector County Coliseum
Mar 2 @ 7:15 pm – 10:00 pm

We will be attending the bull riding event at the Ector County Coliseum tickets can be purchased through etix.com

Mar
3
Sun
Midland, TX – Round-Up @ Rustic Cafe
Mar 3 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Let’s gather up and see what great ideas we can come up with to plan some rides and / or activities for the month.

Mar
16
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Sweetwater Ranch Sort Club Jackpot #3 @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arenax
Mar 16 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Classes as follows:

Open Class$35 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

#4 Class – $30 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

Ranch Hand – $25 per run

1 on 5 – $45 – 1 run

Total Sort – $75 – if time allows

All Classes 65% Payback

Youth 12 & under – $15 100% Payback 3 Ride limit

All entries must be paid in cash NO CHECKS

 Membership Fees: 

*Family (within household): $150

*Single: $100

Jackpot entries: 8:30am – 9:30am

Jackpot starts @10am

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.

Apr
3
Wed
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Paint & Create “Highland Cow” @ Santa Fe Southwest Grill
Apr 3 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Enjoy an evening of painting a “Highland Cow”.  There are two nights available Wednesday April 3rd or Thursday April 5th, your choice.

Painting starts at 6pm and runs until 8:30pm.

The $35 class fee includes:  2.5 hours of painting with an instructor, 16 x 20 stretched canvas that you get to take home, your own easel to work on, all the paint and brushes needed, along with an apron.  Don’t worry they have stencils and the instructor is available to help as well.  Don’t forget to bring some extra cash for drinks and food.

Be sure to reserve your spot now as space is limited.

Apr
4
Thu
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Paint & Create “Highland Cow” @ Santa Fe Southwest Grill
Apr 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Enjoy an evening of painting a “Highland Cow”.  There are two nights available Wednesday April 3rd or Thursday April 5th, your choice.

Painting starts at 6pm and runs until 8:30pm.

The $35 class fee includes:  2.5 hours of painting with an instructor, 16 x 20 stretched canvas that you get to take home, your own easel to work on, all the paint and brushes needed, along with an apron.  Don’t worry they have stencils and the instructor is available to help as well.  Don’t forget to bring some extra cash for drinks and food.

Be sure to reserve your spot now as space is limited.

Apr
6
Sat
Midland, Tx- Broken Horn Sorting @ Broken Horn Arena
Apr 6 – Apr 7 all-day

Get ready to chase some cows in Midland!  Time and entry will be determined, but save the date.  The venue will be the Broken Horn in Midland.

Apr
13
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Sweetwater Ranch Sort Club Jackpot #4 @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arenax
Apr 13 @ 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Classes as follows:

Open Class$35 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

#4 Class – $30 per run – Pick 1, draw 1 – Enter 3 times or draw 6

Ranch Hand – $25 per run

1 on 5 – $45 – 1 run

Total Sort – $75 – if time allows

All Classes 65% Payback

Youth 12 & under – $15 100% Payback 3 Ride limit

All entries must be paid in cash NO CHECKS

 Membership Fees: 

*Family (within household): $150

*Single: $100

Jackpot entries: 8:30am – 9:30am

Jackpot starts @10am

Wanship, UT Sorting Clinic andPotluck @ Maureen McDonalds House
Apr 13 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Potluck immediately following the sorting.  Maureen will provide Sloppy Joes.  Please bring a side dish.

Apr
19
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Sweetwater County High School Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arena
Apr 19 @ 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

Come out and support the up and coming rodeo athletes of Wyoming as they compete for a spot on the state team and attend the national rodeo later this summer.  Rodeo action will start on Friday April 19th at 9am with the athletes of the Junior High division.  The High School events will be on Saturday & Sunday, April 20 & 21.  Saturday evening will also feature a rough stock performance.

All events will take place at the indoor arena at the events complex.

May
4
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Cabin Fever Run @ Sweetwater County Events Complex
May 4 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Cabin Fever Run is produced by Genesis Parker & Megan Matsuura, two members of the Green River Chapter of 40 Something Cowgirls.  The barrel races produced by thee two ladies are always well run, fun, family friendly, and a great time.

This race has $2000 added and is a 90% payback.

More information to be added as the event updated.

May
6
Mon
Midland, TX. Round-Up @ Dickey's BBQ
May 6 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Let’s get together, eat and visit and plan some rides!  Bring your ideas, plans and date book (for most of us that is our phone).

May
17
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Jim Hicks Clinic
May 17 @ 7:30 pm – May 19 @ 8:30 pm

Jim welcomes both western & english riders.  Whether your horse is under saddle or still in the ground work stages of training, Jim is very well versatile and knowledgeable.

Come prepared to answer the question, “What do you want to learn/work on?”  Jim wants to help you with your goals and that is why he does one hour one-on-one sessions.

A one hour session with your horse is $160.

If you chose not to bring a horse there is a $25 per day audit fee.  Clinic participants are welcome to audit all riders sessions at no additional charge.

Sessions start at 9am and go until 5pm, with a one hour lunch break from noon to 1pm.

Participants must prepay in advance to reserve their spot.

May
18
Sat
Midland, TX.-Attending Sorting Clinic @ Curtis Benninghoff
May 18 all-day

Clinic with Lucious Fleeks

We will start at 10am, then take a break and will then have a Round Robin.  Will need 14 for the clinic to make

Midland,TX-Day Work at Queen Jen’s @ Queen Jen's Ranch
May 18 @ 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Come out as Queen Jen gets some free “labor” out of us.  We will gather the cattle and work them this day. Make sure you bring something to drink and maybe a snack or two.

Green River, Wyoming – Attending Confidence Clinic @ Sweetwater County Events Complex
May 18 @ 8:00 am – May 19 @ 6:00 pm

Green River 40 Something Cowgirl, Kari Moneyhun, has teamed up with Sara Lowe of Sagebrush Training to offer a two-day confidence clinic focusing on ranch and trail obstacles.  These clinic are fun, encouraging, and full of laughter.  Sagebrush Sara works on building each rider up and strengthening your relationship with your horse.

Cost is $400 for the two day clinic.  Current 40 Something Cowgirl members get a 10% discount!

SPACE IS LIMITED

Pre-register by 5/1/24, $200 non-refundable deposit is required.  Remainder due one week before the event.

To register call/text Kari Moneyhun at 206-819-5274

Midland, TX-Dinner after works
May 18 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

After “working” the cows, we will need something to eat and probably drink!

May
24
Fri
Midland,TX Attending Barbados Cookoff @ Dub Day Arena, Rankin, Texas
May 24 – May 26 all-day

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May
31
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Western Shooters Council Mounted Shooting
May 31 @ 8:00 am – Jun 2 @ 6:00 pm

Mounted Shooting is the nation’s fastest growing equestrian sport.  Competitors wearing two single-action 45 caliber guns race against the clock, navigating through a variety of course patterns while shooting at balloons.

Competitors dress up in “Golden Era” cowboy clothing.

Jun
3
Mon
Green River, Wyoming – Wyoming High School State Finals Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arena
Jun 3 @ 8:00 am – Jun 8 @ 2:00 pm

Monday June 3rd – Queen Contest TBA

Tuesday June 4th – 8am 1st go Reined Cow Horse & Cutting  – indoor arena

3pm 2nd Go Reined Cow Horse & Cutting – indoor arena

Wednesday June 5th – 7am Final Go Reined Cow Horse & Cutting

10am 1st Go 1st Performance  Rodeo action – Main  Arena Grandstand

6pm 1st Go 2nd Performance Rodeo Action – Main Arena  Grandstand

Thursday June 6th – 9am 2nd Go 1st Performance Rodeo Action – Main Arena Grandstand

Noon – 4pm Shooting Sports – Shooting Range

6pm 2nd Go 2nd Performance – Main Arena Grandstand

Friday June 7th – 8:30am Queen Coronation  – Main Arena Grandstand

9:15am Grand Entry – Main Arena Grandstand

9:30am Qualifying Round Performance  – Main Arena Grandstand

Midland, TX-Round Up @ Garely's Restaurante Mexicano
Jun 3 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Let’s gather, visit, and plan our next events!  I have a challenge for everyone, bring a visitor!  Try and find a friend that you think might like to become a member of the funest bunch around!

Jun
7
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Attending 36th Annual Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo @ Green River Arena
Jun 7 @ 6:00 pm – Jun 8 @ 10:00 pm

Kick summer off with an evening of rodeo action.  From the classic event of bareback riding, saddle bronc, the fan favorite of bull riding, the pretty gals and fast horses of barrel racing and all the timed events as well.

Gates open at 6pm and rodeo action kicks off at 7pm.

 

 

Jun
14
Fri
Midland, TX-Craft Night @ Cowgirl Julia's
Jun 14 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

So crafty Queen Jen thinks we can do this easy craft, we will be making coasters out of tiles, temp tattoos and mod-podge.  You would think she would learn that God gave each of us different gifts.  Come on out and if anything, let me entertain yall!

Jun
26
Wed
Midland, TX-Attending- West of the Pecos Rodeo Parade @ Pecos, Texas
Jun 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 am

Queen Jen is from the Pecos area and this is a favorite of hers.

Jun
29
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – 2024 Trail Challenge Series – Event Course #1 @ Scott's Bottom Park
Jun 29 @ 7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Join in on a fundraiser event for the Impact of the Horse.

Registration: Early entry, by Friday before event – $50 per entry, per horse – Adult Division

 Late entry, day of event – $60 per entry, per horse –  Adult Division

Early entry, By Friday before event – $40 per entry, per horse – Youth Division

                            Late entry, day of event – $50 per entry, per horse – Youth Division

Walk Through of Course: 8:30 am (on foot, no horses allowed)

Competition starts: 9 am

One Overall Champion of the Year will be awarded Grand Champion Buckle EYO Buckle to Champion in all classes.

PLEASE NOTE:  If you have a youth riding through the course, that same horse can not be used again in the adult part of competition.  Some of the obstacles will be the same and that would give the adult rider a potential unfair advantage.

Class divisions as follows:

Adults: 18 & Over

Youth: 13 – 17

Peewee: 12 & under

In-Hand Class

This event is open to Horses both domestic & BLM, Mules, and burros

Lunch at 12 noon: Food Truck – Street Meats

 

For more information or questions contact: Janet Hartford (307)297-0772

 

 

Green River, Wyoming – Square State Brawl Roller Derby Showdown @ Rock Spring Family Recreation Center
Jun 29 @ 8:30 am – 7:30 pm

Join in the fun of some roller derby action as the local team, Bitter Sweet Bombshell, host a roller derby tournament.  They will be hosting six teams from across the state.  Sure to be a good time.

 

Cost: $15 per day or $20 for the weekend

 

More information will be added as it becomes available.

Jun
30
Sun
Green River, Wyoming – Square State Brawl Roller Derby Showdown @ Rock Spring Family Recreation Center
Jun 30 @ 8:30 am – 7:30 pm

Join in the fun of some roller derby action as the local team, Bitter Sweet Bombshell, host a roller derby tournament.  They will be hosting six teams from across the state.  Sure to be a good time.

 

Cost: $15 per day or $20 for the weekend

 

More information will be added as it becomes available.

Jul
1
Mon
Midland, Tx.- Round Up @ Garely's Restaurante Mexicano
Jul 1 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Bring your ideas on what you would like to do!  I am thinking a date night with a movie and dinner.  Have y’all seen the previews for the movie TWISTERS?

Jul
10
Wed
Green River, Wyoming – National High School Finals Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arena
Jul 10 @ 8:00 am – Jul 20 @ 7:00 pm

Come out and support all the contestants vying for a national title at the super bowl of High School rodeo.  Contestants will be from across the United States, 5 Canadian Provinces, Australia, Mexico, & New Zealand.  The rodeo will showcase rodeo athletes as they compete for national titles as well as scholarship over $375,00.

Along with the rodeo action there will be a trade show and food vendors.

Jul
26
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Red Desert Roundup Rodeo @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Main Grandstands
Jul 26 @ 6:00 pm – Jul 27 @ 10:30 pm

Enjoy rodeo action at the professional level at the Red Desert Roundup PRCA Rodeo.

From the classic events of Saddle Bronc , bareback, the fan favorite of bull riding, and the pretty girls & fast horses of barrel racing.  Don’t forget the classic timed events of team roping, steer wrestling, and calf roping.

Pre Show events may vary but they usually have mutton busting, teen cash scramble, and the adult cash scramble.

Jul
28
Sun
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Wyoming’s Big Show Sweetwater/Daggett County Fair @ Sweetwater County Events Complex
Jul 28 @ 12:00 pm – Aug 4 @ 11:00 pm

 

 

Join in on the fun of the local county fair.  From livestock shows to fair food, exhibits, vendors, the carnival and concerts there is a little bit of something for everyone.

See y’all at the fair

Aug
31
Sat
Midland, TX- Craft Night @ Julia"s house
Aug 31 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

We have the supplies to make coasters (apparently super easy) and some hair clips.  We will be having a bake sale in October to sell these items as a fund raiser.

Sep
7
Sat
Midland-TX., – Ride at Jaclynn’s @ Jaclynn's house
Sep 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Jaclynn has lights so we can ride after it cools off

Sep
20
Fri
Green River, Wyoming – Attending Jim Hicks Clinic
Sep 20 @ 8:00 am – Sep 22 @ 6:00 pm

Jim welcomes both western & english riders.  Whether your horse is under saddle or still in the ground work stages of training, Jim is very well versatile and knowledgeable.

Come prepared to answer the question, “What do you want to learn/work on?”  Jim wants to help you with your goals and that is why he does one hour one-on-one sessions.

A one hour session with your horse is $160.

If you chose not to bring a horse there is a $25 per day audit fee.  Clinic participants are welcome to audit all riders sessions at no additional charge.

Sessions start at 9am and go until 5pm, with a one hour lunch break from noon to 1pm.

Participants must prepay in advance to reserve their spot.

 

Friday Hours:   9am – 6pm

Sat & Sun Hours:  8am-6pm

Sep
21
Sat
Green River, Wyoming – Connie Combs Barrel Clinic @ Sweetwater County Events Complex - Indoor Arena
Sep 21 @ 7:30 am – Sep 22 @ 5:00 pm

Learn from one of the sport’s best, Connie Combs.

Connie’s accolades include:

*7x NFR Qualifier

*3x World Champion

*WPRA World Champion

*Record Holder 6 NFRs Never hitting a barrel (60 runs total)

*Trained 4 NFR Horses

*Trained Winning Futurity Horses

*Developed Saddles & Tack

*40+ years Teaching

 

Connie works with participants at each of their levels, both horse & Rider.  In the clinic there will be learning/drills both of foot & horseback.

 

Sep
26
Thu
Green River, Wyoming – Paint and Create “Ostrich”
Sep 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Join the 40 Something Cowgirls as they test their artistic abilities.  At this event we will be painting a cute “Ostrich”.  The event will be held at Sante Fe Southwest Grill on September 26, 2024 from 6pm to 8:30pm.  The $35 ticket includes everything you need:  2.5hrs of painting, stencils, 16×20 stretched canvas to take home, your own easel to work on, paint, brushes, aprons, and help from the artist so you can enjoy your masterpiece.

Purchase tickets at: www.wyopaintandcreate.com

Don’t forget about great music, food & drink (at your expense).