March 6: Laminitis/Founder Seminar - Roxboro, NC at Roxboro Southern States, 1112 N. Main Street. 5:30-7:00 p.m. Click here for flyer.
March 8: Barnhills Dairy Hunting Preserve Trail Ride - 2955 Old Creek Road, Greenville, NC 27834. $30 per rider (BBQ Chicken plates). Children 12 and under $15 per rider. $10 per person non-riders (includes meal and DJ). Ride starts at 10 AM. Dinner served from 4 - 6 PM. Raffle and auction 7 - 8 PM (donations will be appreciated). All proceeds will be split with Sweet Gum Grove Church and Pactolus Fire Dept. Barnhills now has shower house and 10 electric and water hook-ups. First come, first serve or call ahead to reserve a spot ($15 per night). DJ will play Friday and Saturday night 8 PM. 9 Ball Tournament Friday night 7 PM. 50/50 raffle drawing. Poker Run $10 per hand. Cowboy Service Sunday 9 AM, Mr. Tyson. Negative Coggins required. Water will be available on site and on trails. Primitive camping. Gates open 12 noon, Friday, March 7, 2014. Vendors welcome. Chili Beans with drink $5 bowl on Friday night. Lunch stop Lee's Country Kitchen. Contact info: Kevin or Tammy Lee 919-614-1390 or 252-702-3951, Kevinlee71167@yahoo.com or Tammyslee710@gmail.com
March 8: Equine Vaccine & Coggins Clinic - Brookneal, VA at Dodds Farm Supply. Click here for flyer.
March 11: SEFHA Meeting - We will be meeting at El Cazador Restaurant, Main Street, Chatham, VA. Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. in the banquet room. See you all there!
March 14 - 16: Tee Cup Farm Benefit Trail Ride for Pantego VFD - Off Beach Ridge Road, Pantego, NC (look for signs; contact Jeannie via EM for flyer). Adult $20, child under 12 $10 (covers primitive camp and dinner Saturday night). Primitive camping only. Friday 12 PM till Sunday. Optional short trail ride Sunday. Enjoy scenic riding on over 5000 acres of wooded land. Minimal field riding and no highway crossing or riding. Wildlife viewing a plus! Contact Billy Neal 252-945-7269 or Jeannie Sullivan 252-944-5481 or Jeannie_sullivan@hotmail.com
March 15: Healing Strides Competitive Trail Challenge - Boones Mill, VA. Ride benefits Healing Strides of Virginia Therapeutic Riding Center. For more info, contact Carol Young, 540-334-5825 or email info@healingstridesofva.org
March 15: Equine Vaccine and Coggins Clinic - New Horizons Equine Services, 7107 Red House Road, Phenix, VA. Hosted by Cherrystone Veterinary Hospital. Click here for flyer.
March 16: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride - George Washington National Forest, Signal Knob Trail. www.strha.org
March 20: Movie Night! Equine Biomechanics – Leesburg, VA at Morven Park Equestrian Center, 41793 Tutt Lane. Join Total Equine Veterinary Associates for this workshop about the equine biomechanics, form and function. Starts at 7:00 PM. For more info, info@totalequinevets.com or 703-505-2320.
March 23: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride - George Washington National Forest, Uncle Tom's Park. www.strha.org or call 540-984-7297.
March 28 - 30: Benefit Trail Ride for Cystic Fibrosis and Ava Crow - Genito Trails, 1080 Watkins Road, La Crosse, VA 23950.
https://www.facebook.com/events/220983328089278/
March 28 - 30: Burton's Bayside Farm Benefit Ride - Cheriton, VA on the Eastern Shore. Click here for flyer.
March 28 - 30: Fort Pocahontas Trail Ride - Charles City, VA. Sponsored by Virginia Horse Council and Virginia Quarter Horse Association. At Fort Pocahontas at Wilson's Wharf next to Sherwood Forest Plantation. Click here for flyer.
March 29: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Hawk Trail Ride - www.strha.org or 540-984-7297.
March 29: Belmead Stables and Riding Club Spring Hunter Pace - Powhatan, VA at Belmead on the James. Ride begins at 9 AM with lunch included at noon. Member cost: $25/person with free camping; nonmember, $25/person with $15/trailer for camping. For more info, Marilyn Catlett, 804-598-4907 or marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com
March 29: Beach Ride - Sandbridge Beach in Virginia Beach. Click here for flyer.
March 29 - 30: Franklin County Equine Affair Workshop - Franklin County, VA. Learn about biomechanical balance of the horse, acuscope and myoscope therapy, equine nutrition, pasture management, proper saddle fitting and one stop shopping for spring vaccinations. For more info, contact Cynthia Martel at Franklin County Extension Office, 540-483-5161 or cmartel@vt.edu.
March 30: The Battlefield Equestrain Society Bluebell Ride - Bull Run, Manassas, VA www.battlefieldequestriansociety.org
March 30: 1st Annual Trail Obstacle Course - 100 High Meadow Parkway, Radford, VA 24141. This is a fundraiser for the American Heart Association. Click here for flyer.
April 4 - 6: Burkeville Trail Ride - 3637 Cary Shop Road, Burkeville, VA. For more info, https://www.facebook.com/events/510254219088920/
April 5: ACTHA Ride - Axton, VA at Dogwood Farms. www.actha.us
https://www.facebook.com/events/408537639278293/
April 5: Spring Fling Horse Show - Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex, Chatham, VA by the Southside Saddle Club. Click here at for the flyer. www.southsidesaddleclub.weebly.com for more info.
April 5: Equine Vaccine and Coggins Clinic - Shady Creek Farm, 7117 Old US Hwy 29, Pelham, NC. Hosted by Cherrystone Veterinary Hospital. Click here for flyer.
April 5: Hoof Guided Method Barefoot Trimming Clinic – Powhatan, VA. The Hoof Guided Method offers a unique method of barefoot trimming based on reading the hoof. A truly less is more approach, the Hoof Guided Method is based on the theory that a barefoot trim should mimic - or simulate - the action of the ground on the hoof, and that the true purpose of the trim is to stimulate the foot to grow healthy. Maureen will teach what to trim and what to leave alone in order to allow nature to quickly transform the hoof. The goal is to stop micro-managing the hoof and work with nature instead of trying to force man's ideals onto the hoof. For Registration Information: Visit Maureen Tierney's website at http://www.barefoottrimming.com/index.php/trimming-services-courses-and-clinics/clinics/clinic-schedule For more info: brownecg@gmail.com or 804-372-7181.
April 6: Belmead Spring Competitive Trail Challenge - Powhatan, VA, Belmead on the James. Benefitting Lonesome Dove Equestrian Center. Participants ride on marked trails; six miles of trails are marked for the CTC and not open to the Friday ride. Contact Lisa Parkhurst, 804-445-4512, belmeadacthactc@gmail.com
April 6: NAS Oceana Stables Trail Event - Virginia Beach, VA. Groups will be staggered; first group to leave at 9 AM. Cost: $50/person, includes ride, lunch and t-shirt. Riders younger than 13 must be accompanied by parent/guardian. For more info, contact Oceana Stables, 757-433-3255, ocstables@mwrma.com
April 7 - 10: Virginia Trail Riders Spring Competition - The Homestead Resort, Hot Springs, VA. A choice of 4 categories in which to register to ride. There is a 3-day, 100-mile; a 50-mile; a pleasure ride. The Homestead Resort offers 3 different rates for lodging. For more info, contact Carol Easter, 434-984-1212 or www.virginiatrailridersinc.com
April 12: Central Virginia Horse Rescue Trail Ride - Millstone Farm, 10600 Cosby Mill Road, New Kent, VA 23141. For more info, https://www.facebook.com/events/202941023231581/
April 12: Old Store Hunt Club Trail Ride - Gasburg, VA near Lake Gaston. Arrive Friday at noon, events end at Sunday, 3 PM. Lunch on trial for donation. Dinner provided Saturday night. $35/person day of event. Primitive camping. For more info, Jarrett Henderson, 252-245-0888, jmh2210@yahoo.com or www.facebook.com/OldStoreTrailRide
April 12: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride - George Washington National Forest, moonlight ride from Laurel Run. www.strha.org or 540-984-7297.
April 13: Pleasant Grove Trail Ride - Palmyra, VA. Approximately 12 miles; barbeque lunch is served at halfway point (from 12-1:30 PM) After lunch, ride continues or riders can return to their trailers. $30/rider; current Coggins required. Primitive camping Friday only ($15/trailer). Children between 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult and wear a helmet. For more info, 434-589-0577 or www.pleasantgrovetrails.com
April 16: Clifton Horse Society Bluebell Trail Ride - Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville, VA. For more info, Marilyn Catlett, 804-598-4907, marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com or www.cliftonhorsesociety.org
mailto:Marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com
April 17 - 19: Hillbilly Trail Bash - Ellerbe, NC. Trail riding, band, dinner and Easter Egg Hunt. For more details, www.hillbillytrailbash.net
April 18 - 20: Lake Gaston Fire Department Benefit Ride - 612 Blackridge Road, Lacrosse, VA 23950. Trail Ride to benefit the Lake Gaston Fire Dept located at the home of Wayne & Christy Lunceford 612 Blackridge Rd LaCrosse Va! In conjunction with our local winery they will have wine tasting available for $5 per person paid at the winery! Hitching post at winery and they will delivery what you purchase to camp! Long ride 18 miles short ride 16! Ride out by 11 on Saturday, a shorter ride is available on Friday $35 per rider $ 25 12 and under includes dinner Saturday night and dj Friday and Saturday! Fire dept will have dinner available on Friday night for donations! Lunch on the trails by the Lake Gaston Hunt Club for donations!!! Any questions please call Christy 434-917-2467 or Beth Quinn 434-917-3348. For more info: www.facebook.com/events/221759554662920/
April 19: Belmead Stables and Riding Club Spring Scavenger Hunt - Powhatan, VA at Belmead on the James. Ride begins at 9 AM with lunch provided at noon. Member cost: $25/person with free camping; nonmember, $25/person with $15/trailer for camping. For more info, Marilyn Catlett, 804-598-4907, marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com
April 20: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride - Oak Ridge Ranch, Edinburg, VA. www.strha.org or 540-984-7297.
April 25 - 27: Genito Trail Ride - 1080 Watkins Road, La Crosse, VA 23950. Gates open Friday at 12 noon. Primitive camping, water provided for horses. Lunch provided on trail for a donation. Dinner provided on Saturday night. Open to all riders. Come for the weekend and have fun. Nelson or Chyrel Baird, 434-729-9141 or 434-774-1332, nelsonandchyrelbaird@embarqmail.com or
https://www.facebook.com/events/691433040890252/
April 25 - 28: Cedar Run Ranch ACTHA Trail Ride - Cumberland, VA with Kenny Harlow. Portion of proceeds to support Heartland Horse Heros. Two-day challenge; gates open Friday at noon; ride Saturday and Sunday (trails open 9:30 AM - 3 PM). More than $1000 in prizes and awards presented both days including tack, stable equipment, feed and clothing; Sunday's ride offers $400 cash (pleasure/open pairs). For more info, contact Kenny Harlow, Kenny@kennyharlow.com or 434-983-2221.
April 26: Spring Valley Farm's Annual Horse & Tack Sale - 1191 Horseshoe Bend Rd, Moneta, VA 24121. Click here for flyer.
April 26: Horse & Rider Yoga – Stafford, VA. Mounted and unmounted yoga to relax and focus both horse and rider. Deepen communication with your horse and yourself. Take home a practice you can use in the field, in the arena and on the trail. Space is very limited to ensure individual attention. Taught by an eRYT 200 certified yoga instructor and rider. www.willowmereweekends.com, evolutionjen@gmail.com or 540-752-2365.
April 26: St. Jude Ride - Mechanicsville Trail Riding Club hosting this ride at Millstone Farm, Quinton, VA. Cost is $30 per person. More info, Debbie Middleton, debbie.middleton@sscoop.com or www.mechanicsvilleridingclub.com
April 26: Fifth Annual Ride for Hope - South Boston, VA. A trail ride and wagon ride to benefit the Halifax County Cancer Association. Cost is $20 per person (includes dinner), $10 nonriders, free for children younger than 12. More info, Jamie, 434-579-0355, www.facebook.com/events/585259201553044/
April 27 - The Battlefield Equestrian Society Crystal Crown Judged Pleasure Ride - Manassas National Battlefield Park, Manassas, VA. www.battlefieldequestriansociety.org
May 2 - 4: Amelia Springs Trail Ride - For more info and application, www.ameliaspringstrailride.com
May 3: Shenandoah Trail Riding and Horseman's Association Crystal Crown Judged Pleasure Ride - Shenandoah Valley, VA, www.strha.org
May 9 - 11: Eastern Shore Trail Ride - For more info and application, www.easternshoretrailride.com
May 10: Belmead Stables and Riding Club Relay for Life Fun Ride - Belmead on the James, Powhatan, VA. Ride begins at 9 a.m. with lunch included at noon. Member cost: $25/person with free camping; nonmember, $25/person with $15/trailer for camping. For more information, contact Marilyn Catlett at 804.598.4907 or email marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com.
May 16 - 18: Andora Farm And Stables Fourth Annual Gathering - Culpeper, VA. Andora Farm is home to the trail riding television show Best of America by Horseback hosted by Tom Seay. To register, call 540-829-9555, www.bestofamericabyhorseback.com
May 17: Lonesome Dove Therapeutic Riding Center Trail Ride - Belmead on the James, Powhatan, VA. Trail ride is a fundraiser for the therapeutic program dedicated to veterans. Sign-in between 9 a.m. and noon; trails open 9:30 a.m. and close at 4 p.m. Lunch from noon to 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact program director Clint Arrington (804.357.9524 or email ldequestriancenter@yahoo.com; www.ldequestriancenter.com).
May 18: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride for St. Jude's Children Hospital - George Washington National Forest, Uncle Tom's Park. More info, www.strha.org or 540-984-7297.
May 18 - 20: Central VA Horse Rescue Benefit Ride - La Crosse, VA. Rosemont Winery will have a wine tasting $5/person (hitching posts at winery for horses; purchases will be delivered). Lunch will be provided on the trails by the Lake Gaston Fire Department; dinner at 5:30 and music at 7. Admission by donation ($20 minimum per person, which includes dinner Saturday and music Friday and Saturday night). Camping available Friday and Saturday nights. For more information, call Christy (434.917.2467) or Beth Quinn (434.917.3348), or http://www.centralvahorserescue.com/benefit-trail-ride/.
May 23 - 25: Montebello Fall Camp & Ride -Montebello Volunteer Fire & Emergency Services is very pleased to announce that we will be hosting a trail ride. montebellotrails@gmail.com or website https://sites.google.com/site/montebellotrailrides/
May 23 - 25: Special Olympics NC Horse Ride - Ivanhoe, VA at the Ivanhoe Horse Show Grounds, 527 Trestle Road. For more info, https://www.facebook.com/events/433052320149449/
May 25: United States Trail Ride Inc Annual Memorial day Benefit Pleasure Ride - Middleburg, VA. More info, Diane Connolly, dconnolly24@gmail.com or www.ustrailride.org
May 31: Richmond Ride - Richmond, VA. Annual ride through historic Richmond (urban and residential areas) from 9 a.m. until noon to support Friends of the Richmond Mounted Squad. Riders must be 12 years of age or older; riders younger than 18 must have signed release form. Event held rain or shine, unless extreme weather. For more information, contact Sue Mullins at slgmramsey@gmail.com or group website at http://www.frmsva.com/index.html.
May 30 - June 1: Southside Virginia Saddle Club Trail Ride - South Hill, VA. Click here for more info.
May 30 - June 1: Sandhill's Spring 2014 Trail Ride - Hoffman, NC. Click here for flyer.
June 6 - 8: Red Oak Hollow Trail Ride - 575 Tates Mill Road, Red Oak, VA 23964. Click here for flyer.
June 13 - 15: Bull Run Hunt 2014 Camping Weekend - Locust Hill Preserve, 8070 North James Madison Hwy, Rapidan, VA 22733. For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/385103751624585/
September 19 - 21: Amelia Springs Trail Ride - For more info and application, www.ameliaspringstrailride.com
September 26 - 28: Craig Cameron Clinic - Fish Tail Bar G, 2652 Benefit Road, Chesapeake, VA. Click here for the flyer.
October 3 - 5: Eastern Shore Trail Ride - www.EasternShoreTrailRide.com
October 18: Belmead Stables and Riding Club ACTHA Halloween Ride - Belmead on the James, Powhatan; VA. Sign-in between 8–9 a.m.; trails open 10 a.m. Lunch from noon to 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact Marilyn Catlett at 804-598-4907 or email marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com.
October 19: Nokesville Horse Society Crystal Crown Judged Pleasure Ride - Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane, VA. Contact Kim Jones (540.937.0906) or email ksjones07@yahoo.com.
October 24 - 26: Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department Benefit Trail Ride - Two rides: long is 17 miles, short is 9 miles. Overnight camping is available at no charge; campers allowed after Oct. 23 at 2 p.m. Trophies for oldest horse, youngest rider, and Halloween costume. Contact Deb Miloslavich at honeymoonhollow@hotmail.com for more information.
November 15: Belmead Stables and Riding Club "Scrabble" Ride - Belmead on the James, Powhatan; VA. Ride begins at 9 a.m. with lunch included at noon. Member cost: $25/person with free camping; nonmember, $25/person with $15/trailer for camping. For more information, contact Marilyn Catlett at 804.598.4907 or email marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com.
March 8: Barnhills Dairy Hunting Preserve Trail Ride - 2955 Old Creek Road, Greenville, NC 27834. $30 per rider (BBQ Chicken plates). Children 12 and under $15 per rider. $10 per person non-riders (includes meal and DJ). Ride starts at 10 AM. Dinner served from 4 - 6 PM. Raffle and auction 7 - 8 PM (donations will be appreciated). All proceeds will be split with Sweet Gum Grove Church and Pactolus Fire Dept. Barnhills now has shower house and 10 electric and water hook-ups. First come, first serve or call ahead to reserve a spot ($15 per night). DJ will play Friday and Saturday night 8 PM. 9 Ball Tournament Friday night 7 PM. 50/50 raffle drawing. Poker Run $10 per hand. Cowboy Service Sunday 9 AM, Mr. Tyson. Negative Coggins required. Water will be available on site and on trails. Primitive camping. Gates open 12 noon, Friday, March 7, 2014. Vendors welcome. Chili Beans with drink $5 bowl on Friday night. Lunch stop Lee's Country Kitchen. Contact info: Kevin or Tammy Lee 919-614-1390 or 252-702-3951, Kevinlee71167@yahoo.com or Tammyslee710@gmail.com
March 8: Equine Vaccine & Coggins Clinic - Brookneal, VA at Dodds Farm Supply. Click here for flyer.
March 11: SEFHA Meeting - We will be meeting at El Cazador Restaurant, Main Street, Chatham, VA. Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. in the banquet room. See you all there!
March 14 - 16: Tee Cup Farm Benefit Trail Ride for Pantego VFD - Off Beach Ridge Road, Pantego, NC (look for signs; contact Jeannie via EM for flyer). Adult $20, child under 12 $10 (covers primitive camp and dinner Saturday night). Primitive camping only. Friday 12 PM till Sunday. Optional short trail ride Sunday. Enjoy scenic riding on over 5000 acres of wooded land. Minimal field riding and no highway crossing or riding. Wildlife viewing a plus! Contact Billy Neal 252-945-7269 or Jeannie Sullivan 252-944-5481 or Jeannie_sullivan@hotmail.com
March 15: Healing Strides Competitive Trail Challenge - Boones Mill, VA. Ride benefits Healing Strides of Virginia Therapeutic Riding Center. For more info, contact Carol Young, 540-334-5825 or email info@healingstridesofva.org
March 15: Equine Vaccine and Coggins Clinic - New Horizons Equine Services, 7107 Red House Road, Phenix, VA. Hosted by Cherrystone Veterinary Hospital. Click here for flyer.
March 16: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride - George Washington National Forest, Signal Knob Trail. www.strha.org
March 20: Movie Night! Equine Biomechanics – Leesburg, VA at Morven Park Equestrian Center, 41793 Tutt Lane. Join Total Equine Veterinary Associates for this workshop about the equine biomechanics, form and function. Starts at 7:00 PM. For more info, info@totalequinevets.com or 703-505-2320.
March 23: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride - George Washington National Forest, Uncle Tom's Park. www.strha.org or call 540-984-7297.
March 28 - 30: Benefit Trail Ride for Cystic Fibrosis and Ava Crow - Genito Trails, 1080 Watkins Road, La Crosse, VA 23950.
https://www.facebook.com/events/220983328089278/
March 28 - 30: Burton's Bayside Farm Benefit Ride - Cheriton, VA on the Eastern Shore. Click here for flyer.
March 28 - 30: Fort Pocahontas Trail Ride - Charles City, VA. Sponsored by Virginia Horse Council and Virginia Quarter Horse Association. At Fort Pocahontas at Wilson's Wharf next to Sherwood Forest Plantation. Click here for flyer.
March 29: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Hawk Trail Ride - www.strha.org or 540-984-7297.
March 29: Belmead Stables and Riding Club Spring Hunter Pace - Powhatan, VA at Belmead on the James. Ride begins at 9 AM with lunch included at noon. Member cost: $25/person with free camping; nonmember, $25/person with $15/trailer for camping. For more info, Marilyn Catlett, 804-598-4907 or marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com
March 29: Beach Ride - Sandbridge Beach in Virginia Beach. Click here for flyer.
March 29 - 30: Franklin County Equine Affair Workshop - Franklin County, VA. Learn about biomechanical balance of the horse, acuscope and myoscope therapy, equine nutrition, pasture management, proper saddle fitting and one stop shopping for spring vaccinations. For more info, contact Cynthia Martel at Franklin County Extension Office, 540-483-5161 or cmartel@vt.edu.
March 30: The Battlefield Equestrain Society Bluebell Ride - Bull Run, Manassas, VA www.battlefieldequestriansociety.org
March 30: 1st Annual Trail Obstacle Course - 100 High Meadow Parkway, Radford, VA 24141. This is a fundraiser for the American Heart Association. Click here for flyer.
April 4 - 6: Burkeville Trail Ride - 3637 Cary Shop Road, Burkeville, VA. For more info, https://www.facebook.com/events/510254219088920/
April 5: ACTHA Ride - Axton, VA at Dogwood Farms. www.actha.us
https://www.facebook.com/events/408537639278293/
April 5: Spring Fling Horse Show - Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex, Chatham, VA by the Southside Saddle Club. Click here at for the flyer. www.southsidesaddleclub.weebly.com for more info.
April 5: Equine Vaccine and Coggins Clinic - Shady Creek Farm, 7117 Old US Hwy 29, Pelham, NC. Hosted by Cherrystone Veterinary Hospital. Click here for flyer.
April 5: Hoof Guided Method Barefoot Trimming Clinic – Powhatan, VA. The Hoof Guided Method offers a unique method of barefoot trimming based on reading the hoof. A truly less is more approach, the Hoof Guided Method is based on the theory that a barefoot trim should mimic - or simulate - the action of the ground on the hoof, and that the true purpose of the trim is to stimulate the foot to grow healthy. Maureen will teach what to trim and what to leave alone in order to allow nature to quickly transform the hoof. The goal is to stop micro-managing the hoof and work with nature instead of trying to force man's ideals onto the hoof. For Registration Information: Visit Maureen Tierney's website at http://www.barefoottrimming.com/index.php/trimming-services-courses-and-clinics/clinics/clinic-schedule For more info: brownecg@gmail.com or 804-372-7181.
April 6: Belmead Spring Competitive Trail Challenge - Powhatan, VA, Belmead on the James. Benefitting Lonesome Dove Equestrian Center. Participants ride on marked trails; six miles of trails are marked for the CTC and not open to the Friday ride. Contact Lisa Parkhurst, 804-445-4512, belmeadacthactc@gmail.com
April 6: NAS Oceana Stables Trail Event - Virginia Beach, VA. Groups will be staggered; first group to leave at 9 AM. Cost: $50/person, includes ride, lunch and t-shirt. Riders younger than 13 must be accompanied by parent/guardian. For more info, contact Oceana Stables, 757-433-3255, ocstables@mwrma.com
April 7 - 10: Virginia Trail Riders Spring Competition - The Homestead Resort, Hot Springs, VA. A choice of 4 categories in which to register to ride. There is a 3-day, 100-mile; a 50-mile; a pleasure ride. The Homestead Resort offers 3 different rates for lodging. For more info, contact Carol Easter, 434-984-1212 or www.virginiatrailridersinc.com
April 12: Central Virginia Horse Rescue Trail Ride - Millstone Farm, 10600 Cosby Mill Road, New Kent, VA 23141. For more info, https://www.facebook.com/events/202941023231581/
April 12: Old Store Hunt Club Trail Ride - Gasburg, VA near Lake Gaston. Arrive Friday at noon, events end at Sunday, 3 PM. Lunch on trial for donation. Dinner provided Saturday night. $35/person day of event. Primitive camping. For more info, Jarrett Henderson, 252-245-0888, jmh2210@yahoo.com or www.facebook.com/OldStoreTrailRide
April 12: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride - George Washington National Forest, moonlight ride from Laurel Run. www.strha.org or 540-984-7297.
April 13: Pleasant Grove Trail Ride - Palmyra, VA. Approximately 12 miles; barbeque lunch is served at halfway point (from 12-1:30 PM) After lunch, ride continues or riders can return to their trailers. $30/rider; current Coggins required. Primitive camping Friday only ($15/trailer). Children between 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult and wear a helmet. For more info, 434-589-0577 or www.pleasantgrovetrails.com
April 16: Clifton Horse Society Bluebell Trail Ride - Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville, VA. For more info, Marilyn Catlett, 804-598-4907, marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com or www.cliftonhorsesociety.org
mailto:Marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com
April 17 - 19: Hillbilly Trail Bash - Ellerbe, NC. Trail riding, band, dinner and Easter Egg Hunt. For more details, www.hillbillytrailbash.net
April 18 - 20: Lake Gaston Fire Department Benefit Ride - 612 Blackridge Road, Lacrosse, VA 23950. Trail Ride to benefit the Lake Gaston Fire Dept located at the home of Wayne & Christy Lunceford 612 Blackridge Rd LaCrosse Va! In conjunction with our local winery they will have wine tasting available for $5 per person paid at the winery! Hitching post at winery and they will delivery what you purchase to camp! Long ride 18 miles short ride 16! Ride out by 11 on Saturday, a shorter ride is available on Friday $35 per rider $ 25 12 and under includes dinner Saturday night and dj Friday and Saturday! Fire dept will have dinner available on Friday night for donations! Lunch on the trails by the Lake Gaston Hunt Club for donations!!! Any questions please call Christy 434-917-2467 or Beth Quinn 434-917-3348. For more info: www.facebook.com/events/221759554662920/
April 19: Belmead Stables and Riding Club Spring Scavenger Hunt - Powhatan, VA at Belmead on the James. Ride begins at 9 AM with lunch provided at noon. Member cost: $25/person with free camping; nonmember, $25/person with $15/trailer for camping. For more info, Marilyn Catlett, 804-598-4907, marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com
April 20: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride - Oak Ridge Ranch, Edinburg, VA. www.strha.org or 540-984-7297.
April 25 - 27: Genito Trail Ride - 1080 Watkins Road, La Crosse, VA 23950. Gates open Friday at 12 noon. Primitive camping, water provided for horses. Lunch provided on trail for a donation. Dinner provided on Saturday night. Open to all riders. Come for the weekend and have fun. Nelson or Chyrel Baird, 434-729-9141 or 434-774-1332, nelsonandchyrelbaird@embarqmail.com or
https://www.facebook.com/events/691433040890252/
April 25 - 28: Cedar Run Ranch ACTHA Trail Ride - Cumberland, VA with Kenny Harlow. Portion of proceeds to support Heartland Horse Heros. Two-day challenge; gates open Friday at noon; ride Saturday and Sunday (trails open 9:30 AM - 3 PM). More than $1000 in prizes and awards presented both days including tack, stable equipment, feed and clothing; Sunday's ride offers $400 cash (pleasure/open pairs). For more info, contact Kenny Harlow, Kenny@kennyharlow.com or 434-983-2221.
April 26: Spring Valley Farm's Annual Horse & Tack Sale - 1191 Horseshoe Bend Rd, Moneta, VA 24121. Click here for flyer.
April 26: Horse & Rider Yoga – Stafford, VA. Mounted and unmounted yoga to relax and focus both horse and rider. Deepen communication with your horse and yourself. Take home a practice you can use in the field, in the arena and on the trail. Space is very limited to ensure individual attention. Taught by an eRYT 200 certified yoga instructor and rider. www.willowmereweekends.com, evolutionjen@gmail.com or 540-752-2365.
April 26: St. Jude Ride - Mechanicsville Trail Riding Club hosting this ride at Millstone Farm, Quinton, VA. Cost is $30 per person. More info, Debbie Middleton, debbie.middleton@sscoop.com or www.mechanicsvilleridingclub.com
April 26: Fifth Annual Ride for Hope - South Boston, VA. A trail ride and wagon ride to benefit the Halifax County Cancer Association. Cost is $20 per person (includes dinner), $10 nonriders, free for children younger than 12. More info, Jamie, 434-579-0355, www.facebook.com/events/585259201553044/
April 27 - The Battlefield Equestrian Society Crystal Crown Judged Pleasure Ride - Manassas National Battlefield Park, Manassas, VA. www.battlefieldequestriansociety.org
May 2 - 4: Amelia Springs Trail Ride - For more info and application, www.ameliaspringstrailride.com
May 3: Shenandoah Trail Riding and Horseman's Association Crystal Crown Judged Pleasure Ride - Shenandoah Valley, VA, www.strha.org
May 9 - 11: Eastern Shore Trail Ride - For more info and application, www.easternshoretrailride.com
May 10: Belmead Stables and Riding Club Relay for Life Fun Ride - Belmead on the James, Powhatan, VA. Ride begins at 9 a.m. with lunch included at noon. Member cost: $25/person with free camping; nonmember, $25/person with $15/trailer for camping. For more information, contact Marilyn Catlett at 804.598.4907 or email marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com.
May 16 - 18: Andora Farm And Stables Fourth Annual Gathering - Culpeper, VA. Andora Farm is home to the trail riding television show Best of America by Horseback hosted by Tom Seay. To register, call 540-829-9555, www.bestofamericabyhorseback.com
May 17: Lonesome Dove Therapeutic Riding Center Trail Ride - Belmead on the James, Powhatan, VA. Trail ride is a fundraiser for the therapeutic program dedicated to veterans. Sign-in between 9 a.m. and noon; trails open 9:30 a.m. and close at 4 p.m. Lunch from noon to 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact program director Clint Arrington (804.357.9524 or email ldequestriancenter@yahoo.com; www.ldequestriancenter.com).
May 18: Shenandoah Trail Riders and Horseman's Association Trail Ride for St. Jude's Children Hospital - George Washington National Forest, Uncle Tom's Park. More info, www.strha.org or 540-984-7297.
May 18 - 20: Central VA Horse Rescue Benefit Ride - La Crosse, VA. Rosemont Winery will have a wine tasting $5/person (hitching posts at winery for horses; purchases will be delivered). Lunch will be provided on the trails by the Lake Gaston Fire Department; dinner at 5:30 and music at 7. Admission by donation ($20 minimum per person, which includes dinner Saturday and music Friday and Saturday night). Camping available Friday and Saturday nights. For more information, call Christy (434.917.2467) or Beth Quinn (434.917.3348), or http://www.centralvahorserescue.com/benefit-trail-ride/.
May 23 - 25: Montebello Fall Camp & Ride -Montebello Volunteer Fire & Emergency Services is very pleased to announce that we will be hosting a trail ride. montebellotrails@gmail.com or website https://sites.google.com/site/montebellotrailrides/
May 23 - 25: Special Olympics NC Horse Ride - Ivanhoe, VA at the Ivanhoe Horse Show Grounds, 527 Trestle Road. For more info, https://www.facebook.com/events/433052320149449/
May 25: United States Trail Ride Inc Annual Memorial day Benefit Pleasure Ride - Middleburg, VA. More info, Diane Connolly, dconnolly24@gmail.com or www.ustrailride.org
May 31: Richmond Ride - Richmond, VA. Annual ride through historic Richmond (urban and residential areas) from 9 a.m. until noon to support Friends of the Richmond Mounted Squad. Riders must be 12 years of age or older; riders younger than 18 must have signed release form. Event held rain or shine, unless extreme weather. For more information, contact Sue Mullins at slgmramsey@gmail.com or group website at http://www.frmsva.com/index.html.
May 30 - June 1: Southside Virginia Saddle Club Trail Ride - South Hill, VA. Click here for more info.
May 30 - June 1: Sandhill's Spring 2014 Trail Ride - Hoffman, NC. Click here for flyer.
June 6 - 8: Red Oak Hollow Trail Ride - 575 Tates Mill Road, Red Oak, VA 23964. Click here for flyer.
June 13 - 15: Bull Run Hunt 2014 Camping Weekend - Locust Hill Preserve, 8070 North James Madison Hwy, Rapidan, VA 22733. For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/385103751624585/
September 19 - 21: Amelia Springs Trail Ride - For more info and application, www.ameliaspringstrailride.com
September 26 - 28: Craig Cameron Clinic - Fish Tail Bar G, 2652 Benefit Road, Chesapeake, VA. Click here for the flyer.
October 3 - 5: Eastern Shore Trail Ride - www.EasternShoreTrailRide.com
October 18: Belmead Stables and Riding Club ACTHA Halloween Ride - Belmead on the James, Powhatan; VA. Sign-in between 8–9 a.m.; trails open 10 a.m. Lunch from noon to 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact Marilyn Catlett at 804-598-4907 or email marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com.
October 19: Nokesville Horse Society Crystal Crown Judged Pleasure Ride - Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane, VA. Contact Kim Jones (540.937.0906) or email ksjones07@yahoo.com.
October 24 - 26: Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department Benefit Trail Ride - Two rides: long is 17 miles, short is 9 miles. Overnight camping is available at no charge; campers allowed after Oct. 23 at 2 p.m. Trophies for oldest horse, youngest rider, and Halloween costume. Contact Deb Miloslavich at honeymoonhollow@hotmail.com for more information.
November 15: Belmead Stables and Riding Club "Scrabble" Ride - Belmead on the James, Powhatan; VA. Ride begins at 9 a.m. with lunch included at noon. Member cost: $25/person with free camping; nonmember, $25/person with $15/trailer for camping. For more information, contact Marilyn Catlett at 804.598.4907 or email marilyn_catlett@mindspring.com.
