2026 Schedule of Rides, Meetings, Events & Gatherings

2026 Calendar of Events

Tuesday – March 3: Membership Meeting

6:30pm doors open for snacks, 7pm Program is Back Country Horsemen 8pm Business Meeting
Maloney House, Hotchkiss Fairgrounds

Saturday – March 14: March Birthday Ride – Green Level

  • Location: Rusty Nail – Cedar Road Trailhead (West Olathe)
  • Details: 4 Miles “Safe Trail Riding” Lesson Ride/Members Only
  • Trail Boss: Lynette 970-250-8506   Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Saturday – March 14: March Birthday Ride – OPTION

  • Location: Estella’s Obstacle Course – Cedar Road Trailhead (Eckert)
  • Details: If you feel you need a more controlled environment for your first ride of 2026 this is an option. Round pen, Obstacles, Trails and Dressage ring.
  • Event Lead: Estella (970) 812-7601   Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Tuesday – April 7: General Membership Meeting

  • Location: Maloney House – 403 S. 4th St., Delta County Fairgrounds, Hotchkiss
  • 6:30 PM: Refreshments & Socializing
  • 7:00 PM: Educational Program: The Western Slope Multi-Use Trail Safety Initiative. What can the club do this year, who are our partners, what are our resources, and how can you help. Learn the Latest in Trail Courtesy for Equines. Speakers – Juleen and Sky
  • 8:00 PM: General Business Meeting

Tuesday – April 7: Spa Day @ Estella’s

  • Location: Eckert – Running Deer Rd
  • Services: Equine Dental (Troy Walck), Vet Care (Dr. Brown), Optional Treatments for your Equine (Sophia Harris) & Human Massage.
  • Appointments/Questions: Estella (970) 812-7601

Saturday – April 11: April Birthday Ride – Green Level

  • Location: Harris Archaeological Site Falcon Rd Trailhead (West Olathe)
  • Details: 5 Miles “Safe Trail Riding” Lesson Ride/Members Only
  • Trail Boss: Brenda 970 210-9409 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Thursday – April 23: Bridgeport/Big Dominguez – Black Level

  • Location: Bridgeport TH – Whitewater
  • Details: 12 Miles – Active Railroad Track
  • Trail Boss: Juleen 970 985-1182 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Friday – May 1: Photo Scavenger Hunt Challenge – Begins – Ends on 8/31/26

  • Location: Anywhere we have had Club rides or familiar trails in the area.
  • Details: Match the 20 photos in the Challenge and win prizes. Go to the Member’s Page and get all the details and register on-line. If you are not a member of WSCSC go to the Events page on our Web Site there is a similar challenge for non-members.
  • Questions: Brandy 970 260-1659

Tuesday – May 5: General Membership Meeting

  • Location: Maloney House – 403 S. 4th St., Delta County Fairgrounds, Hotchkiss
  • 6:30 PM: Refreshments & Socializing
  • 7:00 PM: Educational Program: A basic exercise routine for strength and flexibility for riders. Mats and loose clothing recommended for those following along. (Speaker/Leader: Melanie Wiley)
  • 8:00 PM: General Business Meeting

Saturday – May 9: May Birthday Ride – Green & Blue Level Rides

  • Location: Cushman Creek – Tabeaguache TH – (West Olathe – Dry Creek/Transfer Rd)
  • Details: GREEN – Coal Bank (5 miles) – BLUE – Ewok (8 miles)
  • Trail Boss: Shawnee 970-456-2330 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Saturday – May 16: Emergency Equine Evacuation Team Trailer Loading Clinic

  • Location: Delta County Fairgrounds Arena
  • Pre-Registration Required – Members of the Equine Emergency Evacuation Team
  • Contact: Juleen 970 985-1182

Tuesday – June 2: General Membership Meeting

  • Location: Juleen’s Place – 15459 2525 Road, Cedaredge
  • 6:30 PM: Refreshments & Socializing
  • 7:00 PM: Educational Program: Body Conditioning Score, learn how to determine if your horse is ‘too fat’, ‘too thin’ or ‘Just Right’. (Kentucky Research Video – numerous horse models)
  • 8:00 PM: General Business Meeting

Saturday – June 13: June Birthday Ride – Green & Blue Level Rides

  • Location: Arena Lake Round Corral TH – Upper Surface Creek Road
  • Details: GREEN (6 miles) | BLUE (8 miles)
  • Trail Boss: CJ 970-250-2460 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Saturday – Fun Night – TBD

  • Location: Delta County Fairgrounds Arena – 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Details: Games on Horseback. Burgers & Brats provided.
  • Contact: Beth 970-250-4930 – Sign up to help or ride and help entertain!

Monday–Tuesday – June 29–30: Strawberry Full Moon Camp Out – Bluish/Black

  • Location: Perfect Camp Spot – Flowing Park Road @ 1091d
  • Details: 3 miles in the Dark & 3 miles in the Moonlight Mesa Top Trail. It will be too late to drive home, spending the night, riding on Tuesday too!
  • Trail Boss: Juleen 970 985-1182 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Saturday – July 4: July 4th Parade

  • Parade Chair: Anna

Tuesday – July 7: General Membership Meeting

  • Location: Maloney House – 403 S. 4th St., Delta County Fairgrounds, Hotchkiss
  • 6:30 PM: Refreshments & Socializing
  • 7:00 PM: Educational Program: Successful Mustang Management in Disappointment Valley with a demonstration of humane fertility control in the herd. (Speaker: T.J. Holmes)
  • 8:00 PM: General Business Meeting

Friday–Sunday – July 10–13: WSCSC’s Summer Retreat – Schmid Family Ranch

  • Location: Wilson Mesa – Telluride “Upper Place” – Silver Pick Road
  • Details: Members & SO’s – 2 Cabins & Camping
  • Trails: Green & Blue = Teal
  • Spend the Weekend or Come up for the Day – Fee & Reservations Required. Go to the Summer Retreat on our Web Page for all the information.
  • Questions? Contact Sky 970-361-1870

Friday–Sunday – July 17–19: WSCSC’s Summer Retreat – Schmid Family Ranch

  • Location: Wilson Mesa – Telluride “Upper Place” – Silver Pick Road
  • Details: Members Only – 2 Cabins & Camping
  • Trails: Green & Blue = Teal
  • Spend the Weekend or Come up for the Day – Fee & Reservations Required. Go to the Summer Retreat on our Web Page for all the information.
  • Questions? Contact Sky 970-361-1870

Tuesday – August 4: General Membership Meeting

  • Location: KVNF Studio – 233 Grand Avenue, Paonia, CO
  • 6:30 PM: Refreshments & Socializing
  • 7:00 PM: Educational Program: Horse Brain Study Group Highlights and Insights. Speakers – members of the Brain Study Group.
  • 8:00 PM: General Business Meeting

Saturday – August 8: August Birthday Ride – Grand Mesa

  • Location: Top of The Grand Mesa – County Line TH (Hwy 65)
  • Levels: GREEN (6 miles) – BLUE (8 miles)
  • Trail Boss: Linda 970-872-3772 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Thursday – August 20: Dyer Creek

  • Location: South of Crawford – Crystal Creek Road (FS-713) County Line TH
  • Details: BLUE (10 miles) (1400′ elevation gain; Horse & Rider must be fit)
  • Trail Boss: CJ 970-250-2460 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Tuesday – September 1: General Membership Meeting

  • Location: Maloney House – 403 S. 4th St., Delta County Fairgrounds, Hotchkiss
  • 6:00 PM: Refreshments & Socializing
  • 6:30 PM: Educational Program: First Aid Hands-On-Practice Sessions in small groups. Speaker: Dave Panebaker, EMT instructor
  • 7:30 PM: General Business Meeting

Saturday – September 19: Color Ride / September Birthday Ride

  • Location: Grand Mesa – Dance Hall Cabin – Flowing Park Rd
  • Details: GREEN & BLUE (Possible Campout)
  • Trail Boss: Brenda 970 210-9409 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Saturday – October 3: West Elk Challenge

  • Levels: BLUE or BLACK (Fitness required)
  • Trail Boss: Cynthia – Invitation Only Event – Very Limited Trailer Parking

Tuesday – October 6: Ladies Night Out

  • Location: SIPS Main Street, Cedaredge
  • Menu Choices and Costs (TBD)
  • Chairwoman: Estella (970) 812-7601

Saturday – October 24: October Halloween Birthday Ride

  • Location: Escalante Rim Road | Note: Costumes Encouraged!
  • Details: GREEN (6+ miles) | BLUE (8 miles)
  • Trail Boss: Beth 970-250-4930 – Ready to Ride Time & Directions after signup.

Tuesday – November 3: General Membership Meeting

  • Location: Maloney House – 403 S. 4th St., Delta County Fairgrounds, Hotchkiss
  • 6:00 PM: Refreshments & Socializing
  • 6:30 PM: Educational Program: Benefits of Essential Oils for Horses. (Speaker: Nina Worley, product specialist)
  • 7:30 PM: General Business Meeting

Thursday – November 12: Mc Innis Canyon/Opal Hill

  • Location: Fruita – Opal Hill
  • Details: Blue and Black Rides (mileage TBD)
  • Trail Boss: Lynette | Note: Trailer sharing encouraged.

Sunday – December 5: Cedaredge Parade of Lights

  • Parade Chair: Anna

Christmas Holiday Party

  • Location/Date/Time TBD

We encourage Guests and Members to Come for the Ride, Stay for the Community!  Men are welcome as guests on our trail rides.

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills or just find a group that shares your passion, there’s a place for you here.

  • Socialize & Learn: Our meetings kick off with food and a social half-hour, followed by an engaging educational program.
  • Efficient Business: We respect your time—our business meetings never exceed one hour.
  • Hit the Road: Our club rides are the heart of what we do. From casual cruises to technical challenges, we make sure every rider finds their perfect pace.

Next Up!

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

General Membership Meeting

Location: Maloney House – 403 S. 4th St., Delta County Fairgrounds, Hotchkiss

Details: 6:30 PM Refreshments & Socializing | 7:00 PM Educational Program | 8:00 PM General Business Meeting

Speakers: Juleen and Sky

Ensuring you have a great ride

  1. Know Before You GO – Connect with the Trail Boss: Please reach out to them ahead of time to confirm all the details: ride length, technicality, directions, Ready to Ride time, and lunch plans.
  2. You can find their contact information listed on the calendar and in the NEXT UP section.
  3. Review Our Guidelines: Please take a moment to review Our Guide to a Safe & Enjoyable Trail Ride. This resource is designed to keep you safe by and help you understand the parameters of our Green, Blue and Black Rides.
  4. Guest Rider Forms: Guests need to complete the following forms: the Emergency contact info, WSCSC Trail Rider Waiver as well as the Colorado Waiver.
  5. Complete the forms below & bring them to the ride:
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