This event will take place at two different locations.

• On Friday, The Trail Ride will be at the Richland Horse Park, connected to the WE Johnson Preserve. The Preserve has 236 acres of trail riding, including equestrian-specific parking, natural and constructed horse skill obstacles, updated signage and landscaping, a trail obstacle course and jump area. It has easy access from Hwy 240, local accommodations, shopping and restaurants nearby.
  • Those of you needing to check in on Thursday for camping and stalls will be able to do so.
• On Saturday and Sunday, the In Hand and Mounted events will be at the Franklin County Saddle Club.
  • Franklin County Saddle Club has lighted arenas, onsite trail course, wash rack, indoor stalls, 24 RV campsites as well as dry campsites, bathhouse with showers.
  • Easy access from I-82, local accommodations shopping, and restaurants nearby.

Event Details

Friday

• Trail Challenge (TC) – a relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome.

Saturday

• In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.
• Obstacle Course (OC) – a mounted event in an arena/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.

Sunday

• Obstacle Course (OC) – a mounted event in an arena/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.

The Terrain

• Excellent dirt footing in all arenas, Onsite trail course is dirt with wood chips some light gravel in areas.

Meals

• Please join us for a fun potluck Saturday night in the Clubhouse.

Awards

• Beautiful ribbons – 1st-6th place Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced! 1st-3rd place Junior (age 13-17), 1st-3rd place Youngin’ (age 7-12), and 1st place Newcomer.
• Lifetime Awards (Equine & Rider) – Sign up 2 weeks in advance to get your qualifying awards!
• Equine Awards – Your equine will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden carrot charms as they progress through the levels. Equine points accumulate no matter who rides the equine.
• Rider Awards – You will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden star charms as you progress through the levels. Rider Points accumulate no matter which equine is ridden.

Additional Fees

• Payment for ALL Amenities reserved at the time of online registration are due ON SITE and are NOT collected at the time of online registration.
• Registering online will give you the best (early bird) pricing! There is a $10 increase per entry for onsite registration.