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Apr
1
Mon
Salem, OR Attending Movie Night @ Stayton Movie Theater
Apr 1 @ 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Come enjoy dinner and a movie with your friends!

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

Apr
13
Sat
Wylie, TX – attending TGRA Texas Tradition Rodeo @ North Texas Fair & Rodeo
Apr 13 – Apr 14 all-day

Come join us at the Texas Gay Rodeo Association’s Texas Tradition Rodeo!  Our own Cowgirl Cheri Dupont will be competing for Ms Yellow Rose!

This event is sanctioned by International Gay Rodeo Association.  They are a 501(c) 3 non-profit charitable organization.

  • parking $5
  • Saturday rodeo $15
  • Sunday rodeo $15

*location and date is subject to change*

Apr
18
Thu
Breckenridge Tx, Turkey Creek Rodeo Club Playdays @ Turkey Creek Rodeo Club
Apr 18 @ 4:00 pm

Turkey Creek Rodeo Club has Started their Open 4D barrel series. Exhibitons start at 4pm-6pm. Youth Barrels will begin at 6:30 entry fee is 35.00. Open Barrels will begin after youth runs entry fee is 45.00. 75% pay out on 1/2 splits this is a buckle series and you must attend 3 of the 5 to qualify for the buckle

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.

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.

Benbrook TX – Extreme Racing @ Lone Star Park
Apr 27 @ 11:00 am – Apr 28 @ 12:00 pm

One of our favorite events! Come watch the camels, ostriches and zebras race! Gates open at 12 but races don’t start that early. We have two days of racing, so take a selfie and message me with your number to get on the roster!

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.

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

Salem, OR Kentucky Derby Party @ Queen Ambers House
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Queen Amber is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party!

This is the 150th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve.  It is the world’s Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.  And this year, the excitement is bigger than ever!

Finger Sandwiches and Mint Juleps will be served.

Dawn your Big Hat and your Brightest dress.  Awards to the best hat and overall outfit.

Abilene, TX- Kentucky Derby Watch Party @ Potosi Live
May 4 @ 4:00 pm

** Moved to Potosi Live due to the storm.

 

Bring your big hats, ladies! We are crashing the Kentucky Derby watch party at the Peacock Patio Bar. They will offer a themed cocktail menu.

May
8
Wed
Benbrook TX – attending The Cowgirl Gathering @ Cowtown Coliseum
May 8 @ 2:25 am – May 12 @ 3:25 am

Koi the National Cowgirl Museum for the world’s richest event in women’s rodeo. A schedule of events is available  online. This is an amazing event and has so many opportunities for women competitors!

To get on our roster, take a selfie and private message us! Let’s support our rodeo partners!

 

 

May
9
Thu
Abilene, TX- Western Heritage Classic @ Taylor County Expo Center
May 9 @ 12:00 pm – May 12 @ 12:00 pm

Join our cowgirls at the Western Heritage Classic full of all kinds of entertainment! Food, rodeo, matched races, cook-offs, music and (my favorite) shopping!!!

Go any of these days for member points. Have fun!

May
10
Fri
Early, Texas. Goldthwaite Open Rodeo @ T.A. Arena
May 10 – May 11 all-day

Early, Texas attending the Goldthwaite Open Rodeo

Nightly Jackpotted

Bull Riding

Ranch Bronc Riding

Bareback Riding

Tie Down Roping

Ladies Breakaway Roping

$10. walk up fee

Team Roping

Ladies Barrel Racing

for more information call
Regina @ 325-451-7666

 

Franklin, NC – FFA Macon Cnty – Bar W Rodeo Company @ Macon County Fair Grounds
May 10 @ 5:00 pm – May 11 @ 11:45 pm

May 10 -11th – Bar W Rodeo Company – Sponsored by the Macon County FFA Chapter – Two Full Nights of championship rodeo with bull riding, barrel racing, breakaway, broncos, and much more. The Macon County Horse Association is opening their concession stand for amazing pulled porked sandwiches and platters.  Bar W Rodeo is a local odeo company nestled right here in our Western Carolina Mountains. We hope everyone comes out to see amazing action and help raise funds for our local FFA and Horse Association

May
17
Fri
KINNEAR, WY Attending WY Outdoor Weekend Expo @ Lander Community Center
May 17 @ 8:09 pm – May 18 @ 9:09 pm

Attending WY Outdoor Weekend and Expo- at the Lander Community Center. 10th annual Wyoming Outdoor Weekend and Expo (WOW). Organized jointly by the Wyoming Game and Fish, Lander Office (WGFD), and the Lander Economic Development Association (LEDA), this signature event unites outdoor enthusiasts statewide and beyond in a celebration of Wyoming’s unparalleled natural splendor and rich outdoor legacy. More than a mere showcase of the latest outdoor gear and techniques, the WOW serves as a nexus for fostering community support and advocating for the intrinsic value of outdoor recreation, both for youths and adults. With an array of engaging activities, enlightening workshops, and reputable vendors, the Wyoming Outdoor Weekend and Expo epitomizes the quintessential essence of Wyoming’s majestic outdoors.

Keynote speaker Dr. Matt Rinella of the Hunt Quietly Movement will be in town Friday and Saturday. Don’t miss your opportunity to see his presentation and answer your questions!

May
18
Sat
Benbrook TX – “Ten in Texas” Movie @ TCU Music Center
May 18 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

This is a special screening of the “Ten in Texas” movie which benefits the National Cowgirl Museum.

For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit http:/

See you there!

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

 

McMinnville OR Chrystal Riley @ Pheasant Hill
May 19 @ 10:00 am – Jul 19 @ 6:00 pm

This is a day ride bring your own lunch and drink
Boots and the Stirrup at 10 o’clock

May
24
Fri
Farmersville TX @ 6RS Ranch Trail Ride @ 6RS Ranch
May 24 – May 26 all-day

Again, Linda Deas will be leading our Posse through her familiar trails and offering a great weekend!  Make your reservations NOW… there are only 12 spots with electric hook-up!  Call this number at 6RS for info 903-388-0439.

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

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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.

 

Spanaway, WA: Roy Rodeo Parking @ Roy Pioneer Rodeo
Jun 1 @ 9:00 am – Jun 2 @ 1:30 pm
Our chapter is helping with parking on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2nd. 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. Parkers 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. This will be a small fundraiser for our chapter. Each parker will recieve a ticket for entry to the rodeo and ticket for lunch.
All 40SC members are requested to wear a 40SC shirt. If you don’t have a 40SC shirt, a pink shirt will do.
Inviting our neighboring chapters to help.
Camping is available if folks would prefer to camp for the weekend.
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
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

Jun
4
Tue
Poolville TX Attending PCSP PRCA Rodeo @ PCSP Rodeo geounds
Jun 4 – Jun 8 all-day

Time to get together and support a local rodeo!

Tuesday is Xtreme bills, PRCA Rodeo is Wed-Sat

Ticket details on the website, can be purchased at the door.

Benbrook TX – PRCA Rodeo @ PCSP Rodeo Grounds
Jun 4 @ 5:13 pm – Jun 8 @ 6:13 pm

Great hometown Rodeo . Very family friendly. Take a selfie and message us to get added to the roster.

 

Tickets available at
http://PCSP.net

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
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.

Salem, OR Attending Silver Falls State Park Trail Ride @ Silver Falls State Park
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
RAN OR SHINE Come on a Trail Ride!!
Start Time: 9 am, Last Rider MUST ride out at 11 am. Drawings and Prizes will be at 1:30 pm.
$100 to 1st Place. Prizes for the top hands. Drawings for youth and adults.
No Dogs (per state park rules), no foals, and no stallions
$10 Entry Fee, Each Hand $5, Five hands for $20
This is a fundraiser and proceeds go to maintain trail systems on federal lands, Big Meadows Horse Camp, and educational booth at NW Horse Fair.
USED Tack and saddles will be offered again this year for donations. Coffee in the morning with muffins. Eat Lunch while listening to a soothing BLUE GRASS BAND.
Directions: I-5 Exit 253 Take Hwy 22 East towards Detroit Lake/Bend. Turn off of Hwy 22 at Exit 7, OR-214 to Silver Falls Hwy. Stay on Hwy 214 to Silver Falls State Park. Approximately 26 miles from Salem. Watch for Poker ride signs. Go through park check in station and they will direct you to Howard Creek Horse Camp parking.
Contact: Jennifer Paulson – Chairperson [email protected] 541.619.5115
Early , Texas Comanche Rodeo , Parade and Grand Entry @ Comanche Rodeo Arena
Jun 15 @ 5:00 pm – Jun 16 @ 11:45 pm

Early, Texas. Attending the Comanche Rodeo, parade and grand entry

 

Old Fashion Rodeo weekend  in Comanche , Texas

featuring 2 nights of rodeo at the roping arena with mutt busting and special performances

parade starts Saturday at 5pm , cash awards for the best of the best

 

Jun
20
Thu
Big Spring TX Attending 90th Cowboy Reunion and Rodeo @ Rodeo Bowl
Jun 20 @ 6:30 am – Jun 22 @ 7:30 am

Everyone needs to go join in on the 90th year celebration of the Cowboy Rodeo and Reunion.  Its always a great show of athletes, music, and people.  This year they will have Aaron Watson and Kevin Fowler playing after the rodeo.  You can check out their facebook page for all the details, too many to list here… If you go, just snap a photo of you there and send it to me.  All  are welcomed and encouraged to go..

Jun
22
Sat
Charleston, WV Trail Ride @ Princess Sandy House to the River @ Sandy Horrocks House
Jun 22 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Please bring a covered dish of your choice for after the ride, thank you! Can’t wait to see you there!

Jul
2
Tue
Newberg, OR St Paul Rodeo 2024 @ St Paul Rodeo Grounds
Jul 2 @ 12:00 pm – Jul 6 @ 11:00 pm

Come out and enjoy the 88th year of the Hall of Fame St Paul Rodeo.  It will be a week of thrilling rodeo action, entertainment and carnival.

 

Go see the cowgirls at the cooling tent and sign the roster.

Benbrook, TX Movie Night @ Clear fork 8
Jul 2 @ 6:15 pm – 8:15 pm

Come and join us for the new Kevin Costner movie HORIZON.  Should be really good!

Jul
3
Wed
Columbia Basin, WA – Basin City Freedom Rodeo
Jul 3 @ 8:40 pm – Jul 5 @ 9:40 pm
5th Annual Basin City Freedom Rodeo 
July 3rd , 4th, 5th, 2024

PRCA Sanctioned rodeo  

 Rough Stock provided by Corey & Lange Stock Contractor 

Timed Event animals – Tygh Campbell

Rodeo Secretary – Trisha Stacy

Announcer – Al Parsons

Sound – Bar G ProRodeo Sound 

Videoboard – Montex

Bullfighters – Sean Peterson and Ryan Manning 

Clown – Zack Cook (Cookie)

Flag Team – Wrangler Girls

Photographer – Spirit of a Cowboy – David Thomas

National Anthem –

2024 Schedule of Events

July 3rd

1st Performance

July 4th

8:00 am – Slack 

2nd Performance

July 5th

8:00 am – Slack

3rd Performance

 

Information for competitors

Rodeo Competitors 

$102,000 money added! 
Rodeo Events:  Bareback, Saddle Bronc, Steer Wrestling, Bull Riding, Tie Down, Team Roping, Breakaway Roping, Barrel Racing,  

Basin City Freedom Rodeo results can be found by visiting the PRCA Results website. (https://www.prorodeo.com/result/2023/basin-city-freedom-rodeo/13059)  

Local Competitors  

There will be payouts for all local events.  All competitors must wear jeans, boots, and a long-sleeved shirt. Cow Milking competitors must wear a cowboy hat.  ALL COMPETITORS MUST SUBMIT A SIGNED LIABILITY FORM.  IF UNDER 18, THE FORM NEEDS TO BE FILLED OUT AND SIGNED BY AN ADULT. 

Events:   ​​

​* Wild Cow Milking – Adult teams of 3.  Cow is let out of the chute with a halter and rope on.  Team is given a bottle.  Have to get enough milk into it that a drop will let out into the judges hand. $100 per team. ​

* Mutton Bustin – Kids 4-6 years old and under 50 lbs get on a sheep and hold on for as long as they can! –  $35 

Jul
5
Fri
Farmersville TX @ Whitesboro 66th Annual Rodeo @ Whitesboro Riding Club Arena
Jul 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Join us for an evening of Rodeo Events and Cowgirl fun!!  Friday night will offer a Fireworks Display after the Rodeo.  And Saturday will host a Rodeo Dance @ The Pavilion.  See ya there!!!

Jul
6
Sat
Gainesville, TX Attending Whitesboro Rodeo @ Whitesboro Rodeo Arena
Jul 6 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

All the rodeo fun with vendor booths and fireworks after the show! Our chapter is sponsoring the Queen’s crown. So lets show up in all our 40SC gear and make some noise!

Farmersville TX @ Whitesboro 66th Annual Rodeo @ Whitesboro Riding Club Arena
Jul 6 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Join us for an evening of Rodeo Events and Cowgirl fun!!  Friday night will offer a Fireworks Display after the Rodeo.  And Saturday will host a Rodeo Dance @ The Pavilion.  See ya there!!!

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
11
Thu
Salem, OR Attending Marion County Fair @ Marion County Fairgrounds
Jul 11 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Jul
12
Fri
Cottage Grove, Oregon Cottage Grove Rodeo @ Cottage Grove fair grounds
Jul 12 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Helping out cottage grove rodeo doing Ticket booth, 50/50, Vip tickets, and clean up

Wylie, TX Attending Blue Ridge Rodeo Grand Entry @ BRRC
Jul 12 @ 7:00 pm

We will plan to ride in the Grand Entry so come join us!!

Must be there ready to line up at 7:00 pm to participate in the Grand Entry. Rodeo starts at 7:30.

Tickets are $10/person and kids 5 and under are free. CASH only at the gate. No online ticket sales.  There will be an ATM outside the gate if need be.  However, if you participate in the Grand Entry your admission is FREE!!

We will be participating in full 40SC parade gear. This being: Pink button up 40SC blouse, straw hat, boots, jeans, and pink polo wraps or splint boots on front legs of your horses and if you have the 40SC saddle pad cover you may use that as well.

 

Breckenridge,Tx- UPRA Rodeo @ Stephens County Arena
Jul 12 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

UPRA rodeo July 12-13

The rodeo begins at 7:30 pm both nights. Admission at the gate is 10 dollars for 1 night or 15 for both

There will be a grand entry both nights if you would like to participate please come earlier in parade gear

pink shirts long sleeve with logo

pink polo wraps front legs

black saddle pad with logo

If you are not riding in the parade but are volunteering please wear a t-shirt with the logo on the left chest.. color and style doesn’t matter

Early, Texas Western Heritage Cowboy Church Jr Rodeo, Goldthwaite Tx @ Western Heritage Cowboy Church Arena
Jul 12 @ 8:00 pm – Jul 13 @ 10:00 pm

Early, Texas  attending the Western Heritage Cowboy Church Jr Rodeo in Goldthwaite , Texas

Barrels, Flags, calf roping , Steer Riding, Jr Bulls, Sr Bulls, Goat Slapping, Goat Tying, Poles, Breakaway Roping , Ribbon Roping, Tie, and Tie Down Roping

for more info call Regina @ 325-451-7666

Jul
13
Sat
Rock Springs WY International Days @ Bunning Park
Jul 13 all-day

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!

Breckenridge,Tx- UPRA Rodeo @ Stephens County Arena
Jul 13 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

UPRA rodeo July 12-13

The rodeo begins at 7:30 pm both nights. Admission at the gate is 10 dollars for 1 night or 15 for both

There will be a grand entry both nights if you would like to participate please come earlier in parade gear

pink shirts long sleeve with logo

pink polo wraps front legs

black saddle pad with logo

If you are not riding in the parade but are volunteering please wear a t-shirt with the logo on the left chest.. color and style doesn’t matter

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.
Jul
19
Fri
Belfair, WA – Attending Western Dream Ride of Olympic Chapter BCHW @ Flying Horseshoe Ranch
Jul 19 @ 9:00 am – Jul 21 @ 5:00 pm

Camp out on your own, or rent a cabin, bunk house or tipi encampment for 1/2 price. Details: www.flyinghorseshoeranch.com

Adults: $150     Kids 6-12: $75    Under 6: Free

$10 per horse, per night   Bring your own feed

Includes: 3 home-cooked meals, miles of trails & arena, shower facilities; swimming pool; raffle; auction

See Facebook page for Olympic Back Country Horsemen of Washington