2008 Rides

May 10th 2008 :  Gymkhana
Cancelled/ will ride
somewhere:
Call Terry  775-753-7513 or Tom
775-7442592
May 24th: Western Hills, Compass Ride
Tom and Diana Norris are our host for this ride. Directions
will be posted later.  We will divide into several teams and
enjoy a ride in the western hills area by compass. You will
have to follow the directions to reach the next set of
directions. The team that brings back all their flags WIN!  
Ready to ride by 10:00 am four to six hours
775-744-2592 Rated as a one
June 8th 2008:  Taylor Canyon
We will meet at Taylor Canyon Bar at 8:30 am. Than will we
drive to the riding spot,about 20 minutes. Then after the ride
we will go back to Taylor Canyon Bar and have dinner.    
Last year we saw Elk,Deer, and Antelope. Contact Person
is Terry 775-753-7513  I will need a head count for this ride
(for dinner) Rated as a three
June 21st and 22 2008:  Secret Starr BBQ
The BBQ will be on Sunday, Contact person on Sunday will
be Dennis Smith 775-753-7601.  Ready to Ride 9:00 am at
Trail Head. A few of us will be packing in over night. If you
would like to come on Saturday you are welcome to come.
However you must have your own Equipment and food.
Terry will supply Hamburgers for the BBQ on Sunday. If you
would like to come on Saturday Contact Terry
775-753-7513 Rated as a three
July 19th and 20th 2008: Harrison Pass South
This ride is new this year.  Last fall a group of us decided to
ride on the other side of Harrison pass. Some will be two
track roads. A few of us will be packing in for the night on
Saturday. If you would like to come in on Saturday please
contact Terry 775-753-7513  We will meet at the trail head
at 8:00 and ready to ride by 9:00 am. I will later post a name
that will come in only on Sunday for those that don't want to
spend the night. Rated as a three
July 27th 2008: Lamoille Canyon
We  will meet at the Trail head at 8:00 am ready to ride by
8:30 am.  This is a all day ride, we will be riding to North
Furlong.
Tom and Diana Norris 775-744-2592 Rated as a 5
August 2nd 2008: Ackler Creek
Darlene Mc Garr will be in the contact person for this ride
775-753-7663
Exit 333 (Starr Valley) we will meet at the exit. Then we will
drive to the parking area. We will meet at 8:00 am   Rated as
five. Horses should be in very god shape for this ride, it's all
up hill.
August 16th and 17th 2008: Smith
Creek/Harrison Pass
This will be another over niter for those that want it to be or
just a day ride.  The ride will be 30 miles round trip. If you
want to come in just part way with us you are welcome to do
so. We will meet at 8:00 am at trail head and ready to ride by
9:00 am. Contact person will be Terry St.Louis
775-753-7513 Rated as a three
September 6th Overland Lake
We will be meet at the trail head at 9:00 am, 16 miles round
trip. This trail head  can be hard to find so please call one of
our other members that has been there and follow them out.
There is no water until you get to the trail head. Terry
775-753-7513 Rated as a three, six hour ride
Sept 20 Soldier Canyon /Hidden Lake
We will meet at the trail head at 9:00 am, Ready to ride by
9:30 am Rated as a four/ Contact person is Sue Kovall
775-738-1381
October 4th: Osino
We will meet at the cattle guard in Osino.9:00 am. We will
then drive to the parking area. Darlene Mc Garr will be the
contact person for this ride. 775-753-7663  Rated as a two,
five hour ride
October 19th Open
We are going to leave this ride open. For exploration. Like
last year finding new places to ride!

I can not stress enough how important it is to bring proper
gear. Make sure you are prepare for changing
WEATHER!!
Our area here changes very quickly in the summer.
Overland Lake
Sept 9 2007
1.  Must provide own Horse
and transportation.

2. Dogs are Welcome, but
must be able to get along with
other dogs and horses.  Must
NOT chase cattle. If there is a
problem with your dog, you will
be asked to leave your dog at
home.

3. We work with a buddy
system, if you have to stop for
any reason, YOU must tell a
person in the group your
stopping and must take a
buddy with you.

4.Must provide own lunch,drink
and etc. Unless otherwise
stated.

5. You can bring alcohol
beverages, however if the
group thinks you are out of
line, you will be ask not to bring
alcohol again.

6. No Bad Language and
Abusive behavior will be
tolerated.

7. Parents must stay with their
children at ALL times

8. Be prepare for all types of
weather, (clothing)

9. A Red Ribbon should be
place in a horse's tail if the
horse kicks and a red ribbon in
the mane if the horse bites.

10. No running up on a rider
and horse without letting that
rider you are coming.

11. No Stallions

Your horse should be in good
mountain shape and be able to
cross ravines and creeks.

We rated our rides from one to
five.  One be the easiest and
five is the hardest.


The Early Rides will depend  
on weather condition/road
condition... Please call the
person listed on that ride to
see if the ride has been
cancelled.

On the rides were we will be
meeting and than driving to the
parking area, we will wait 10
minutes after the meeting time.

If you know you are going to be
late let someone know and we
will wait for you.  

SEE YOU ON THE TRAIL!  


Calender 2008
Elko Trail Riders