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"funn-est bunch of horsewomen on the planet!"

Salem, OR

est. 2011



Welcome to the 40 Something Cowgirls – Salem, OR Chapter, where grit, grace, and a love for adventure meet! Whether you're galloping through life or taking it one stride at a time, this is the place to embrace the spirit of the cowgirl at any age. We’re a vibrant group of women, 20, 30. 40 and beyond, who are redefining what it means to be a cowgirl – strong, independent, and always up for a little fun and inspiration.

In the heart of Salem, Oregon, we ride through life with the wisdom of experience and the excitement of new horizons. Join us as we saddle up for adventure, create lifelong memories, and support each other in this amazing journey. From horseback rides to heart-to-heart chats, there’s always room for one more cowgirl in our circle! So, let’s dust off our boots, grab our hats, and get ready to make every moment count.


Upcoming events

    • August 22, 2025
    • September 01, 2025
    • State Fairgrounds, Salem, OR
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    • August 22, 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • August 23, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • Coleman Ranch, 15151 S Feyrer Park Rd, Molalla, OR 97038
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    Make this the season you absolutely reclaim some bits and pieces of your home for the saving up of some vintage loving!

    Things are back home at Coleman Ranch for some vintage treasure hunting. They are filling up the fields with all the good stuff, hometown gathering for treasure hunting like no other, specialty food trucks, drinks and music.. So…Grab a friend or maybe a few and come be with us at the Hometown Market.

    contact: Amber Johnson

    • August 29, 2025
    • August 31, 2025
    • Albany Expo Center, Albany, OR
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    Mustang Adoption Challenge



    100+ day training competition open to trainers novice and professional from across the US and Canada gentling and training Oregon's Wild Horses.

    Each trainer will compete in three different classes, Body Conditioning, Showmanship and Trail. 

    After the finale they will host a Live Auction Adoption for the horses!  
    • September 04, 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Bauman's Farm and Garden, 12989 Howell Prairie Rd NE, Gervais,OR
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    Chicks Night Out is back! 

    Have fun after hours with your girlfriends shopping sales, eating yummy food, winning prizes, getting massages, tasting delicious desserts, sitting in on some great classes, and enjoying local entertainment.
    Free to attend. Tickets are NOT required, but please RSVP on the website (linked as tickets) so we know how many people to expect.

    • Prize Wheel in Nursery yard (one spin/person)
    • Live music by Tuesday String Band

    • Bake your way to a free diamond necklace in this year’s Bake-Off: Custard, Cream, & Meringue Pies

    • September 06, 2025
    • 11:00 AM
    • Keizer Station, 200 Water St. NE, Salem, OR
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    Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept 6th for the Boot Scoot and Brew all day music festival. This event is made possible thanks to our generous sponsors. This year’s top sponsors are Bonaventures of Keizer/Salem and United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley. These two amazing sponsors make our music line-up possible!

    10:45am Thunder Road

    11:30am Roundhouse Band

    1:00pm Catnip Brothers

    2:15pm Blue Blazes

    3:30pm Jeremy Wayne McKern

    4:30pm Tom Armstrong’s Honkey Tonk Habit

    5:30pm Jerry Kilgore

    6:30pm The Sweetwater Band

    8:00pm Rock and Roll Cowboys

    This line-up is fantastic!!! An all day pass is just $5 at the gate. Kids 12 and under are free!


    • September 14, 2025
    • 11:00 AM
    • 15900 W Perrydale Rd, Sheridan, OR 97378
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    Come enjoy a Cowgirls Ride.
    If you've never been you can check it out at https://www.perrydaletrails.com/
    You will want to bring a Lunch!
    Will be required to warm up your horse before riding.
    Please let Marla know if you will be attending so she can let the facility know how many will be in attendance.
    PLEASE NOTE: If you commit you will need to plan on attending. The facility may require a reservation fee as attendance has not been as planned in the past
    • September 23, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 5173 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97317
    Register

    Saddle Up, Cowgirls!

    It’s time for a Roundup Meeting!
    Let's gather for some fun, friendship, and future planning.

    Come meet fellow 40-Something Cowgirls, share ideas for upcoming events, and get ready for a year full of adventures, laughs, and memories! Whether you're a new member or a longtime rider, we can’t wait to see you there.

    ✨ Bring your ideas, your spirit, and your cowgirl attitude! ✨
    Let’s make this year one for the books!

    RSVP if you can, and feel free to bring a friend who's interested in joining the fun!

    Ride proud, live loud — see y’all soon!


Past events

August 17, 2025 Salem, OR Pool Party at Cowgirl Renee's
August 11, 2025 Salem, OR Horse Camping
August 05, 2025 Salem, OR Roundup Meeting
July 24, 2025 Salem, OR Quinn Meadows Campout
July 20, 2025 Salem, OR Movie Night
July 19, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Bales and Ales
July 19, 2025 Salem, OR Ride to Provide Poker Ride
July 13, 2025 Salem, OR Hunt for Big Foot by Horseback
July 12, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Prize Ride
July 11, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Lavender Festival
July 08, 2025 Salem, OR Roundup Meeting
June 29, 2025 Salem, OR Jokers Wild Poker Ride
June 23, 2025 Salem, OR Sheeps Spring Horse Camp
June 17, 2025 Salem, OR Movie Night
June 14, 2025 Salem, OR Silver Falls Poker Ride
June 13, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Spring Market at Margie's
June 10, 2025 Salem, OR Roundup Meeting
June 08, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Forest Grove Prize Ride
June 07, 2025 Salem, OR Trail Poker Ride
May 31, 2025 Salem, OR Beach Poker Ride
May 20, 2025 Salem, OR Roundup Meeting
May 17, 2025 Salem, OR Women's Build Community Project
May 03, 2025 Salem, OR Kentucky Derby Party
May 01, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Red Mitten Spring Market
April 28, 2025 Salem, OR Trail Ride
April 24, 2025 Salem, OR Attending The Farmhouse Show
April 11, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Bauman's Garden Palooza
April 08, 2025 Salem, OR Roundup Meeting
March 30, 2025 Salem, OR Bunco Party
March 29, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Easter/Spring Market
March 29, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Spring/Easter Marketplace
March 29, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Flea Market
March 26, 2025 40SC HQ Event Training
March 23, 2025 Salem, OR Awards Banquet
March 22, 2025 Salem, OR Attending OET Winter Arena Hot Coco Social
March 21, 2025 Salem, OR NW Fair and Expo
March 16, 2025 Salem, OR Roundup
March 15, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Canby Tack Sale
March 04, 2025 Salem,OR Dinner and Movie Night
March 03, 2025 40SC HQ, Monthly Royal Roundup
February 16, 2025 Salem, OR Roundup
February 11, 2025 Salem, OR Arena Riding
February 03, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Whose Live Anyway Comedy Show
February 03, 2025 40SC HQ, Monthly Royal Roundup
February 01, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Maple Market
January 24, 2025 Salem, OR Attending First Taste Oregon
January 19, 2025 Salem, OR Bunco Party
January 18, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Fundraising / CHL Training
January 12, 2025 Salem, OR Holiday Party
January 11, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Ride to Win Playday
January 09, 2025 Salem, OR Bunco Night at Brewery
January 04, 2025 Salem, OR Attending Indoor Winter Market
January 01, 2025 Salem, OR Tootie's New Years Day Ride

UPCOMING EVENTS


Royal Court

Founding Queen Amber Johnson
capitalcityqueen@40somethingcowgirls.com
-2011 Hi Point Queen Div 2, 3rd Place
-2012 Overall Hi Point Queen Champion
-2013 Overall Hi Point Queen Champion
-2014 Overall Hi Point Queen, 4th Place
-2014 Hi Point Queen Div 2 Reserve Champion
-2022 Hi-Point Royal, Div 2, 3rd Pl

Princess Tootie Martin
capitalcitypprincess@40somethingcowgirls.com
-2012 Hi Point Cowgirl Div 2, Reserve Champion
-2013 Hi Point Cowgirl Div 2 Champion
-2014 Overall Hi Point Cowgirl Champion
-2016 Overall Hi Point Cowgirl 3rd Place
-2016 Hi Point Cowgirl Champion
-2017 Hi Point Cowgirl Div 1, Reserve Champion
-2018 Hi Point Cowgirl Div 2, Reserve Champion
-2019 Hi Point Cowgirl Div 2, Reserve Champion
-2019 Founder's Award Winner

National Award Winners

(2011-2013)  Founding Princess Rhonda Martin
-2012 Hi Point Cowgirl Div 2, Champion
-2013 Hi Point Cowgirl Div 2, Reserve Champion


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