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Upcoming Trail Rides

Ride Challenge Dates:
Fortunate 500 - November 1, 2023 to October 31, 2024- Cost: $25.00
Winter Solstice - January 20, 2024 to April 20, 2024 - Cost: $10.00 
T-Shirt 200 Challenge - April 27, 2024 to October 26, 2024 - Cost:  $20.00

Updated 11/20/2023

Please be at the ride at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time to allow for tacking up. If you are going to be late, contact the trail boss or they will not wait for you.

 

Trail Rules and Regulations

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These rules apply to the regular, slow group.  If you go with the fast group, some of these rules are hard to apply - so ride at your own riskRide in the group to you and your horses ability.

 

  • Be courteous and respectful at all times.  No foul language permitted.

  • The Trail Boss is the person in charge on the ride. Be sure to check in with the Trail Boss and sign the roster sheet along with any applicable release forms.

  • Be saddled and ready (release signed etc.) at the time listed for the ride—don’t keep everyone waiting.

  • Do not move out until all are mounted. 

  • If your horse kicks, put a red ribbon in its tail.  If riding a stallion, he should have a yellow ribbon in his tail and forelock.

  • Maintain a safe distance from other horses. Keep at least a horse’s length between you and the horse in front of you at all times, especially going up and down hill.

  • Do not pass the trail boss without permission. 

  • Club members are responsible for any guests they bring. They should ensure the guest has signed a release and introduce the guest to the trail boss.

  • Your horse should be tied to your trailer with a quick release knot.  No hobbles or ground ties permitted.

  • No riding double.

  • No smoking on trails except at areas designated by the trail boss.

  • Children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or sponsor.

  • Cantering will be controlled and at the discretion of the trail boss. 

  • Ask for permission to pass slower horses.  Do not trot or canter up to or past other riders. 

  • If crossing water, do not stop immediately in front of other horses to water your horse.  Try to find a spot either above or below the water crossing. If your horse won’t cross the water move out of the way so that other riders may cross and follow someone whose horse willingly goes through. 

  • No foul language and be respectful of other riders.

  • Last but not least, relax and enjoy your ride, the company of your mount and your fellow club members!

A non-member can ride with us two times ($1 charge) before they must become a member. Applications are not taken at the ride - you must mail them or sign up online.

In case of inclement weather, monitor the website or Facebook.  You can also call the Trail Boss to see if the ride is still on.​​​​

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If everyone that had RSVP'd for the ride is at the trailhead and ready to go at 15 minutes to the ride start time - then they are clear to leave. If you are running late and didn't RSVP - then you should call the trail boss so you don't get left. 

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March 30 - Saturday 11am

Chatfield Reservoir and State Park

Where:  Chatfield State Park

Ride time: 3-4 hours

Trail Boss: Sheila Obermeyer 303-489-7463

When:  Saturday, March 30 - Ready to ride at 11am

Directions: 

I 25 North to Hwy 85. Titan Parkway to the left to Eagle River Street (right) which turns into Chatfield lake Road, exit the round about straight onto Roxborough Lake Road, Parking is to the right just past the high line canal. If you put The Highline House in your GPS, it will almost get you to the parking lot, just keep driving straight.

Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Recommended but Not required

Notables from the Trail Boss: Bicycles, Joggers, Urban obstacles, Trail goes through neighborhoods for a few miles before you get to the trails at the lake. Water crossings.

Website: https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Chatfield/Pages/MapsDirections.aspx

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April 7 - Sunday 11am

Greenland Open Space

Where: Greenland Open Space

Trail Boss: Torre Leahy 719-660-6417

Ride Time: 3-4 hours.

When: Sunday April 7– ready to ride at 11am 

Directions: 1532 Noe Road, Larkspur, CO 80118

Take I-25 Exit 167, west .2 miles and south .5 miles to Greenland trailhead.  Park in the main parking lot in front of the Trail Course.

Trail Difficulty: Beginner

Shoes: Not required

Notables from the Trail Boss: Dogs, Hikers, Bicycles, Trains, no water crossings, 10.5 miles around the loop

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April 13 - Saturday 11am

Lincoln Mountain

Where: Lincoln Mountain Ride

Trail Boss: Celeste Aragon 719-641-9763

Ride Time: 2-3 hours

When: Sat, April 13 - ready to ride at 11am

Directions:  7333 Jones Road in southern Douglas County, is .6 miles west of State Highway 83 on Jones Road, 18 miles south of Franktown, CO. 

Trail Difficulty: Beginner

Shoes: Not required

Notables from the Trail Boss: 4.2 miles round trip (if you do the upper loop too it is longer) - Bicycles, dogs, hikers, runners, no water crossings

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April 21 - Sunday 11am

Hidden Mesa

Where: Hidden Mesa Open Space

Ride Time: 3-4 hours

Trail Boss: Sheila Obermeyer 303-489-7463

When: Sunday, April 21, Ready to Ride at 11am

Directions:  Travel one mile north of Franktown on Parker Road (Hwy. 83).  It is on the west/left side with a large Hidden Mesa Open Space sign.

Trail Difficulty: Beginner

Shoes: Recommended but not required

Notables from the Trail Boss: Hikers, runners, dogs, water crossings, bicycles.  

 

https://www.douglas.co.us/dcoutdoors/openspace-properties/hidden-mesa-open-space-and-trail/

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April 27 - Saturday 9am

Work Day - Trash Pick up Section 16

Where: Black Forest Section 16

Trail Boss: Nancy Reinhardt

Time Commitment: 1-2 hours

When: Saturday April 27 - 9am

Directions:

8510 Burgess Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80908

Drive west on Woodman road. Turn right on Black Forest Road and then immediately right on Vollmer Road. Drive for 4.5 miles and then turn left on Burgess Road.
The parking lot will be on your right.

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April 28 - Sunday 10am

Air Force Academy

Air Force Academy Ride

Trail Boss: Torre Leahy 719-660-6417

When: Sunday, April 28, Ready to Ride at 10am

Shoes: Not required but parts of the trail may be rocky

Park: at the USAFA Equestrian Center

Directions: Use the South Gate off Academy.  Enter the gate and follow the road until you cross a bridge, take the first left after the bridge onto Pine Dr. Follow road and take a left on Carlton Dr. Take first right onto Pine Drive Loop and then left on Dogwood. You can follow the signs to the stables at this point.  Parking is to your left as you enter the stables area. There is a $10 trailer fee. Please park as close together as possible as we may not be the only trailers in the lot.

Length of Ride: Approximately 3 hours 7-9 miles. 

Type of things encountered:  The ride will start from the stable parking lot and we will immediately go into the woods by crossing a creek. There may be other water crossings but nothing too difficult.  I rarely encounter anything but other riders or an occasional hiker or bike rider. 

Ride level: Beginner

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