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

columbia basin, wa

est. 2013

Washington's Founding Chapter


Welcome to the 40 Something Cowgirls – Columbia Basin, WA Chapter, where the wide-open skies meet the spirit of adventure! We’re a fearless and fun-loving group of women, 20, 30, 40 and beyond, who know that life is meant to be lived with passion, purpose, and a little bit of cowboy grit. In the heart of the Columbia Basin, we embrace the freedom of the open range and the strength that comes with age and experience.

Whether we’re riding through the rolling hills or gathering to share a laugh, we’re all about building lasting friendships, empowering one another, and celebrating the cowgirl spirit in every moment. From dusting off our boots to taking on new challenges, we make every day an adventure worth remembering. So saddle up, put on your favorite hat, and join us as we create memories, break boundaries, and live life as boldly as the open plains! The trail’s calling—let’s ride!


Upcoming events

    • August 08, 2025
    • 12:00 PM
    • August 10, 2025
    • Riverside Equestrian Park in Spokane
    Register

    Please join us for our 4th Annual All Girls Camping Trip.

    This year we are having it at Riverside State Park Equestrian Area Campground (same place as last year)

    https://www.campsitephotos.com/campground/wa/riverside-state-park-equestrian-area/

    It is best to call 1-888-226-7688 to make a reservation.

    Day to day activities will be different we may go to the river, go into town for shopping. It all depends on the weather and what we all decide to do that day.

    When we go out riding expect hikers, bikers, dogs, and deer.

    Hope to see you there.

    Contact: Lena Willmschen

    • August 16, 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • August 23, 2025
    • 11:00 PM
    • 812 W. Washington St, Pasco WA 99301
    Register

    To Purchase tickets: https://www.bentonfranklinfair.com/p/tickets

    Grand Parade 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Downtown Kennewick The parade will be in Kennewick, Washington, on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 at 10 a.m. You can participate or bring your lawn chair and settle in for the show.

    Aug 19 Tue Classic cars office courtyard Classic Car Show 10:00 AM Fairgrounds Stop by the Classic Car Show in the office courtyard to check out some vintage beauties. There are lots of cars to see!

    Aug 20 Wed Kiddie Parade Kiddie Parade 10:00 AM Fairgrounds Meet by the Main Gate, no registration required.

    Aug 20 Wed Hay Dive Hay Dive 10:15 AM Fairgrounds Immediately following the Kiddie Parade near the Kids’ Zone.

    Aug 20 Wed barrel racer Horse Heaven Round-Up Rodeo Family Night 7:00 PM Speck Dealerships Arena The Horse Heaven Round-Up Rodeo Wrangler Family Night is fun for the whole Family!

    Aug 21 Thu Wynonna 7:45 PM ICCU Main Stage Wynonna is headed to the Benton Franklin Fair Thursday, August 21, 2025.

    Aug 21 Thu $3 Bucks for a Bite! 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Fairgrounds Are you hungry for a good deal? During this time, all food vendors will offer a special $3 menu item, making it the perfect opportunity to eat your way around the Fair without breaking the bank.

    Aug 21 Thu Tough Enough to Wear Pink 2024 Horse Heaven Round-Up Rodeo Tough Enough to Wear Pink 7:00 PM Speck Dealerships Arena Are you Tough Enough To Wear Pink?

    Aug 22 Fri Smash Mouth and Sir Mix-A-Lot Smash Mouth and Sir Mix-A-LotOur Pick 7:45 PM ICCU Main Stage Smash Mouth and Sir Mix-A-Lot are headed to the Benton Franklin Fair Friday, August 22, 2025.

    Aug 22 Fri Visiting Royalty 2024 Horse Heaven Round-Up Rodeo Visiting Royalty Night 7:00 PM Speck Dealerships Arena Help us welcome all of the wonderful Royalty visiting from near & far.

    More > Aug 23 Sat bronc rider 2024 Horse Heaven Round-Up Rodeo Patriot Night 7:00 PM Speck Dealerships Arena Join us for an action-packed night where we're bringing back the top scorers of the week for a final night of rodeo honoring our patriots. You won't want to miss it

    Contact:  Lena Willmschen







    • October 03, 2025
    • 9:30 AM
    • October 05, 2025
    • Franklin County Saddle Club 2801 N Rd 60 Pasco, WA 99301
    Register

    Pasco, WA: Excel with Horses 3-Day Clinic

    Are you looking to develop more confidence, control, and success with your horse? Do you want to work towards a true partnership with your horse, built on respect and trust?

    In this clinic Steve will help you attain these goals and become the natural leader that your horse needs you to be.

    REGISTER NOW Clinic Host: Cathy Ricard Phone: 509-521-0886 Email: ricardcat@msn.com

    Steve is one of the most sought-after instructors in the horse industry. Traveling all over the US and Canada, he has helped thousands of horses and riders develop more willing partnerships. His methods and teaching style are unique and produce instant results. Whether to overcome fears, or gain more control, participants will leave the clinic empowered and more excited about reaching their horsemanship goals.

    This clinic is designed to be an overall learning experience that builds on several aspects of communication, confidence, respect, trust, impulsion, and performance. The clinic is open to people of all skill levels and disciplines, beginner to advanced are welcome. We also welcome horses of all ages and breeds.

    Some of the things you will learn through the clinic are: Confidence to overcome fears. Tools to keep your horse calm, curious, and respectful. How to develop safe, content, and willing horses. Feel and timing to increase your horse’s “try”. Common mistakes of both the horse and rider. How to think from a horse’s point of view. What to expect from your horse and what to do when your horse does the unexpected. How to accomplish incredible things with your horse. Key exercises to unlock your horse’s potential. Exercises to correct your horse’s bad habits. How to gain overall control of your horse’s five body parts and get your horse supple and responsive. How to make the wrong thing difficult and the right thing easy, a key lesson for solving problems. How to get the most out of each training session with their horse at the clinic and at home! Essentially, we will be teaching you the building blocks for success!

    REGISTER NOW :This clinic will be split into two classes so that everyone can have extensive one-on-one time with Steve. Participants from both Levels can watch the opposite Level at no cost.

    The Level 1 Class will be primarily focused towards teaching principles of safety, communication, and confidence building for both horse and rider. This is a great class for anyone who is new or still needing foundation exercises, lacking confidence, possibly looking to not canter too much (or wanting to try cantering more), having any major issues with their horse (bucking, rearing, etc.), or themselves. Green horses (less than 6 months of riding) should be in this class. We recommend this class if you have not previously done a clinic with Steve. It will run from 9:00am – 1:30pm.

    The Level 2 Class will be primarily focused towards teaching more intermediate to advanced principles. In this class we will assume that you have basic understanding of natural horsemanship groundwork concepts and techniques and are willing to have a ‘go for it’ attitude. This class will involve advancing your groundwork techniques, body control, and riding maneuvers. If your horse has any behavioral issues (bucking, rearing, striking, etc.), this class is not for you. It will run from 2:00pm – 6:30pm.

    This clinic builds on concepts that take several days to achieve. For best results the clinic should be attended in its entirety; however, a minimum participation of 2 days is required. If your horse is not rideable or is too you, you can participate only within the groundwork portion. Note that if we have a smaller number of registered rider we may only have one group.

    General Information: For stalls/pens and general clinic information please contact the clinic host. Arena Fee – $50 RV Camping – $25/day Dry Camping – $15/day Stalls – $20/night (all stalls MUST be bedded with shavings) Daily haul in fee – $5/horse per day if not stalled

    REGISTER NOW: https://schoolofhorse.com/event/pasco-wa-3-day-clinic-5/

    Spectators: Purchase a Spectator Pass in our online tack shop to audit the clinic.

    Equipment: For participants under the age of 18, helmets are required (free Spectator Passes are available for parents of a minor participating in the clinic). A snaffle is recommended for Level 1 horsemanship (however, for Level 2, you can bring a leverage bit). These items can be purchased at the clinic, as well as other Steve Rother approved equipment.

    Cancellation: If unable to attend, please let us know as soon as possible. Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE unless you purchased deposit insurance; however, if you let us know ahead of time that you are unable to attend, a credit may be issued that can be used towards a clinic at a later date or the purchase of Steve Rother DVDs.

    REGISTER NOW Details Start: October 3 @ 9:00 am End: October 5 @ 6:30 pm Event Category: Horsemanship Clinics Organizer Cathy Ricard Phone: 509.521.0886 Email: ricardcat@msn.com

UPCOMING EVENTS


Royal Court

Princess Marge Denman

National Award Winners

Former Queen Anne Reed
-2014-2022 Chapter Queen
-2015 Overall Hi Point Queen 4th Place
-2018 Founder's Award Winner
-2019 Hi Point Queen Div 2 3rd Place

Former Princess Lorri Gould
(2020-2022) 

-2016 Hi-Pt Cowgirl Div, 1 Res Champ


Former Princess Cathy Ricard
(2015-2020) 

-2018 Founder's Award Winner


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