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

spanaway, WA

est. 2010
-2021 Nat'l Award "Most New Members/Renewals"

Welcome to the 40 Something Cowgirls – Spanaway, WA Chapter, where the beauty of the Pacific Northwest meets the spirit of the Wild West! We’re a bold and adventurous group of women in our 40s and beyond, embracing every moment with the heart and strength of a true cowgirl. Whether we’re riding through the stunning trails or sharing laughter under the towering trees, we live life with purpose, grit, and a whole lot of fun!

In Spanaway, we celebrate sisterhood, new adventures, and the freedom that comes with embracing who we are. From horseback rides to relaxing gatherings, we empower each other to chase our dreams and create unforgettable memories. So, lace up your boots, throw on your hat, and join us as we saddle up for the ride of a lifetime. The trail is wide open, and the best is yet to come! Let’s make every moment count!


Upcoming events

    • February 01, 2026
    • February 28, 2026
    Register

    Welcome to the Sisterhood Series Challenge! February's theme: Love Well--Cowgirl Style.

    This year-long experience was created for one simple reason: none of us were meant to do life alone.

    At 40 Something Cowgirls, sisterhood is the heartbeat of who we are. It’s showing up, lifting each other up, caring for ourselves and our communities, and choosing connection over isolation.

    Each month, you’ll be invited into a new, optional challenge focused on encouragement, reflection, service, and growth. No pressure. No perfection. Loud or quiet, public or private — it all counts.

    What to expect throughout the year:
    • Monthly challenges
    • Opportunities to log experiences and share stories
    • Monthly Zoom gatherings
    • Fun surprises and small rewards along the way
    • End-of-year recognition for those who walk the full journey

    This isn’t about doing more.
    It’s about doing life together.

    Learn more and join the Sisterhood Series here.

    Wherever you are right now, you belong here.
    Let’s rise together, cowgirls.


    The 40 Something Cowgirls Team


    • February 28, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • Tahoma View Arena, Kapowsin Wa.
    Register

    Join us for a high-energy, hands-on class where both horse and rider become more supple, balanced and connected-all from the ground.

    Riders move through guided stretch sequences for hips, hamstrings, back, shoulders, and ankles, with equestrian-specific focuses like mounting mobility, shock-absorbing joints, and posture alignment. You will learn how tight areas affect your seat and cues.

    Horses will do safe in-hand stretches and mobility exercises-- carrot stretches, belly lifts, tail pulls, foreleg and hind-leg extensions--all taught with correct positioning and timing.

    Energetic, practical, and partnership-building; a flexibility workout for both ends of the lead rope.

    Class will be led by Katherine Moriarity.

    $40.00 per person, wear comfortable clothes you are able to move/bend in.

    • March 19, 2026
    • 6:00 PM
    • Tonala Mexican Restaurant-Spanaway Wa
    Registration is closed

    Monthly get together to check in with each other and talk about up coming events. 

    • March 21, 2026
    • 1:00 PM
    • Princess Lynnette's house
    Register

    Come to Lynnette's to decorate fancy holiday cookies. Class will be taught by Crystal Widmann from Little Farm Sugar Cookies. $30.00 per person, we get to decorate 6 cookies.

    • April 04, 2026
    • April 05, 2026
    • Joint base Lewis McChord. Area 13
    Register

    Fun multi length Endurance ride over single track trails through prairies and forest lands with Mt. Rainier views.

    AERC Sanctioned

    Intro rides 10 or 15 miles 

    25 mile LD

    50 mile 

    email:ftlewischallenge@gmail.com for info and to register.

    Facebook page: Ft Lewis Challenge/Battle Of The Flatlands.

    • April 24, 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • April 26, 2026
    • Ellensburgh WA, Kittitas Valley Event Center.
    Register

    Come to the Back Country Horsemen of Washington annual Rendezvous. Register at bchw.org for this event.

    The schedule includes a used tack sale, multiple clinics and vendors, line dance lessons and dancing, try your hand at the saw competition.

    There will be a catered dinner and auction.

    Check out the website bchw.org for the schedule, hotel/camping information and registration.

    "Adventure Awaits"

    • June 06, 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • June 07, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • Roy Rodeo Grounds 8710 Higgins Greig Road, Roy WA
    Registration is closed

    Saddle Up & Help Us Park Cars at the Rodeo!

    We're putting together a fun crew to help park cars at the Roy Pioneer Rodeo-- On Horseback!

    If you're up for some fresh air, good laughs, and a front row view of the action, come ride with us and help keep the chaos organized (cowgirl-style). No bull; it's a great time, and a fundraiser for our chapter.

    Let me know if you're in-- the more hats, the better! 

    YeeHaw! Cowgirl.


    • July 04, 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • Roy Rodeo Grounds 8710 Higgins Greig Rd Roy WA
    Registration is closed

    4th of July Parade!

    Join us for a star-spangled morning of horses, riders, flags, and hometown pride. Wear your red, white, and blue.  We will dress up the horses and join the show!

    Go Cowgirls!

    • August 07, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • August 09, 2026
    • 3:00 PM
    • Ocean Acres Horse Hotel Bed & Breakfast, Grayland WA
    Register

    Let's Go Ride on the Beach!

    Ready to go have some fun in the sand? Join us for our annual Beach Ride Camping trip to Ocean Acres in Grayland August 7th-9th.

    Arrive Friday 8/7 and set up camp.

    Saturday 8/8 Morning Beach ride, afternoon group activities and Potluck Dinner, campfire evening fun.

    Sunday 8/9 Morning Beach ride, potluck lunch, group pics. Pack up to head home. 

    Please RSVP and must prepay.


    • September 05, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Roy Rodeo Grounds 8710 Higgins Greig Road, Roy WA
    Registration is closed

    Saddle Up & Help Us Park Cars at the Rodeo!

    We're putting together a fun crew to help park cars at the Roy Pioneer Rodeo-- On Horseback!

    If you're up for some fresh air, good laughs, and a front row view of the action, come ride with us and help keep the chaos organized (cowgirl-style). No bull; it's a great time, and a fundraiser for our chapter.

    Let me know if you're in-- the more hats, the better! 

    YeeHaw! Cowgirl.


    • September 06, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Roy Rodeo Grounds 8710 Higgins Greig Road, Roy WA
    Registration is closed

    Saddle Up & Help Us Park Cars at the Rodeo!

    We're putting together a fun crew to help park cars at the Roy Pioneer Rodeo-- On Horseback!

    If you're up for some fresh air, good laughs, and a front row view of the action, come ride with us and help keep the chaos organized (cowgirl-style). No bull; it's a great time, and a fundraiser for our chapter.

    Let me know if you're in-- the more hats, the better! 

    YeeHaw! Cowgirl.


Past events

February 19, 2026 Spanaway WA Monthly Round up
February 19, 2026 Spanaway WA Monthly Round Up
February 07, 2026 Spanaway, WA Tacoma Equine Hospital Horse Health Expo
January 22, 2026 Spanaway WA Monthly Round up
January 10, 2026 Spanaway WA attending Flying M Stables Indoor Mountain Train Course Playday
January 08, 2026 40SC HQ Sisterhood Series Challenge January: Rise Up
January 03, 2026 Spanaway WA Ranch Horse Clinic
December 13, 2025 Spanaway WA Ground work at Rusty Bar
December 06, 2025 Spanaway WA Christmas party
November 15, 2025 Spanaway WA, Paint and Sip
November 08, 2025 Spanaway WA Adult sticker night(small tattoos) and Potluck at Princess Lynnettes house
November 01, 2025 Spanaway, WA, Attending: Tacoma Lariettes Halloween Show
October 26, 2025 Spanaway WAAttending: BCHW Nisqually Chapt Halloween Costume ride
October 23, 2025 Spanaway WA, Monthly Roundup.
October 17, 2025 Spanaway WA.Attending: T.U.S.S.
October 12, 2025 Spanaway WA. Working Equitation Spooktacular Schooling show
September 25, 2025 Spanaway, WA Monthly Roundup
September 06, 2025 Spanaway,WA Tahoma Chapter BCHW Prize ride 2025
August 30, 2025 Spanaway, WA Roy Rodeo Parking
August 28, 2025 Spanaway,WA monthly Round-up
August 25, 2025 40SC HQ, TX Membership Wide Zoom Call
August 08, 2025 Spanaway WA Weekend at Ocean Acres
August 01, 2025 Spanaway, WA MYWY MUSTANG MADNESS
August 01, 2025 Spanaway WA attending Warwick Schiller Clinic
July 04, 2025 Spanaway WA July 4th Roy Parade
June 21, 2025 Spanaway WA attending CLCOW
June 13, 2025 Spanaway WA parade practice
May 31, 2025 Spanaway WA Roy Rodeo Parking Fundraiser
May 17, 2025 Spanaway WA attending CLCOW Clinic
May 10, 2025 Spanaway WA attending CLCLW clinic
May 09, 2025 Spanaway WA attending mounted shooting clinic
April 26, 2025 Spanaway WA April Roundup and Ride
April 26, 2025 Spanaway WA CLCOW Clinic with Skunk
April 12, 2025 Spanaway Wa attending Introduction to Mounted Shooting
March 26, 2025 40SC HQ Event Training
March 22, 2025 Spanaway, WA Attending Spring Ranch Show
March 15, 2025 Spanaway, WA Monthly Roundup
March 14, 2025 Spanaway, WA 2025 Rendezvous "Pack to the Future"
March 03, 2025 40SC HQ, Monthly Royal Roundup
February 21, 2025 Spanaway WA Attending TUSS
February 20, 2025 Spanaway, WA Roundup & Bit Fitting Clinic
February 03, 2025 40SC HQ, Monthly Royal Roundup
January 25, 2025 Spanaway WA: Ranch Clinic with Angela Hoke Greenshields
January 17, 2025 Spanaway WA Attending TUSS
January 16, 2025 Spanaway, WA Roundup
January 11, 2025 Spanaway, WA Attending Tacoma Equine Horse Health Expo

UPCOMING EVENTS


Royal Court

Princess Lynnette Lutchendorf

National Award Winners

Founding Queen Janet Preston
(2019-2021) 

-2019 Hi-Pt Queen Div 1 Reserve Champ


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