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WET MOUNTAIN VALLEY SADDLE CLUB (WMVSC)

Newsletter

Ready for some warmer and less windy weather??? Us too! Check out the Rodeo entertainment schedule and Derby Watch, Casino, Dance event below-->
IN THIS NEWSLETTER

Meetings Schedule


Members' Meeting: There is no March Members' Meeting.

Meetings are scheduled for February, April, June, July, August, September, and October in 2023.

Board of Directors (BOD) Meeting: Friday, 3/3/23, 5:00 p.m.; Location: Rancher's Roost (Bowling Ally). BOD meetings are planned for the 1st Friday of the month.

Rodeo Committee Meeting: Friday, 3/3/23, 6:00 p.m.; Location: Rancher's Roost (Bowling Ally). Rodeo Committee meetings directly follow BOD meetings. 

Zoom Information:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87563571500?pwd=UUtZNlFFN0NJVnh6NnVINGc2MXIydz09
Meeting ID: 875 6357 1500
Passcode: 049447
719-359-4580
Tourism Marketing Grant Receipt
 
Your Wet Mountain Valley Saddle Club was awarded a grant of $1,000 to market our 2023 Westcliffe Stampede PRCA & WPRA Rodeo! These funds will be used to help pay for advertise on radio station 98.5 KYGO to reach listeners outside of Custer County.


Kentucky Derby Watch, Casino, and Dance

 
When: Saturday, May 6, 2023 (save the date)
Where: Wet Mountain Valley Saddle Club Building

What:
  • Kentucky Derby Watch
  • Casino games
  • Fancy Hat Contest
  • Great Food
  • Adult and soft beverages (mint julep anyone???)
  • Silent Auction (accepting donations now! Please reply to this newsletter)
  • and DANCE to the Spur of the Moment Band!
More information to follow.
 

Westcliffe Stampede PRCA & WPRA Rodeo

JULY 14 & 15, 2023

​SAVE THE DATES!
Tickets will go on sale very shortly.


NEW Stock Contractor: Summit Pro Rodeo!

 

Friday Night Concert: Two Tons of Steel

 
Saturday Night Concert: John King

Hailey Rae will be our photographer again this year!
2022 Westcliffe Stampede PRCA & WPRA Rodeo Photos available by clicking the photo below:

 

Members' Rides & Clinics

Are you excited for equine rides and camping? We are too! Plans are coming together for 3 camping trips and multiple day-rides this summer:

June 8 - 12 Luders Creek Campground (corrals and easy to moderate trails) 121 miles. 2-3 hour drive.

July 25-29 Rocky Mountain National Park! Winding River Resort Horse campsites are water & electric with pen, can hold up to 2 horses. Sites are $105 per night, includes 2 adults and 2 horses/or mules. 220 miles. 4.5-5.5 hour drive

August 6 - 12 Camping near Craig, CO (Northwest Colorado) (dispersed camping. Highline or portable corrals. Easy to difficult trails) 249 miles. 5-6 hour drive.

Several day rides are in the plans including Mueller State Park, Booger Red, Deer Haven, Stanley Creek, and more. These will be announced as they come closer. Some will be weekends and some will be weekdays.

Check out pictures of our previous adventures on our website!

Get with Connie DeCamp at Desert_delite@msn.com if you have additional ideas for rides / camping.
Club Events Schedule
HERE

All members must complete and submit a membership form and completed waiver before their membership is valid.  Hint:  Download the form and complete in Adobe Reader, then save to your hard drive before emailing to WetMountainValleySaddleClub@gmail.com, or... ​print and mail them with your check (if not using PayPal here) to the address on the membership form or bring them to the next members' meeting.
PLEASE NOTE A CURRENT MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR ALL BOARD AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS. 
Membership Form and Waiver Here:
MEMBERSHIP FORM

2023 Membership Pricing:
Individual $35
Family $55
Business $75
Trainer $150
Lifetime - Individual $500
Lifetime - Family $750

Individual & Family Membership
• Use of Arena and Trail Obstacle Course
• 25% rental discount for Building & Arena
• 10% off any Saddle Club sponsored on-site Clinic

Business Membership Benefits
• Family Membership Benefits plus
• Monthly Business Ad in Newsletter and on Website
(must send Ad to WetMountainValleySaddleClub@gmail.com)


Trainer Membership Benefits
• Business Membership Benefits plus
• Use of Arenas for Lessons
• Articles on Website​

Lifetime Membership Benefits
• Individual or Family Benefits plus
• Membership Plaque, Brass Plate to be displayed in Club Building
• Free Admission to Rodeo and all Saddle Club sponsored on-site events
• 50% discount for Building & Arena rental for your events
• Preferred Parking and Seating at Stampede PRCA Rodeo when available
Georgia Ranch Trail Rides
Fresh Beef for Sale
McAfee Ranch has fresh beef for sale. If anyone wants some please call Crystal at (719) 221-9089

Rocky Mountain Back Country Horsemen

 

March 8, General Membership meeting - Zoom- Zoom Link

Cabin Fever winter fun ride series. Please RSVP to rmbch.info@gmail.com in case there are any ride changes
-- March 31 - Seep Springs
-- April 7, 14,15,16,17, 21, 28, additional ride locations!

Appreciate the Sangres - Work weekend and assessment of our adopted trails - May Westcliffe, CO
Brighten the Sangres - 3 day Work Weekend and Social Camp - June Westcliffe, CO
Celebrate the Sangres - 3 days of riding and year wrap up fun - September Westcliffe, CO
Overnight camp with your equine. Learn in a fun low-key environment

Supporting Equine & Trail Initiatives in Our Area

Partnership with Sangres 'Trails for All' trail maintenance group
Partnership with CO Forest Service 'Hot Spots' for tool packing

Scott Camper, President
Julie Lotesto-Smith, Vice President
Ileen Squire, Secretary
​Mary Mowery, Treasurer
​Sydney Benesch, Director
Keely Smith, Director
Jessica Mace, Director
Doug Karl, Director
Mike Pennica, Director
Scott Rowley, Director - Rodeo Chairman
Josh McAfee, Alternate Director
Crystal McAfee, Alternate Director
Our Business Members
McAfee Ranch
Fresh Beef
(719) 221-9089
Our Rodeo and Club Sponsors
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