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    • 13 Apr 2024
    • 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Willis Creek Park, Granger Lake, Granger, Texas 76530
    Register

    TETRA Region 8 Benefit Day Ride

    Willis Creek Park Granger Lake

    April 13, 2024

    Join us for great riding at Willis Creek Park, Granger Lake. Enjoy grassy, meandering trails through trees and open pastures with access to the lake. This year promises to include a beautiful showing of Bluebonnets along portions of the trail. Livestock will be grazing, but they are used to horses. 

    This is a benefit ride.  All donations are used to maintain Willis Creek Park trails.  TETRA Members $20. Ride fees cover entry into the park, insurance costs required for a group ride, and a small lunch/snack.


    Saturday 9:30 am:   Ride out on a guided ride or ride on your own, maps available. Return to the trail head at 12:30 or bring your lunch and picnic at the designated area on the blue trail if you ride on your own. Saturday afternoon: ride out on your own. 

     

    Directions:  Highway 95, north of Taylor, continue north, past the intersection of HWY 29 at Circleville. Turn on CR 346, go to CR 348, turn right. Continue to the entrance of Willis Creek Park. Through the gate, proceed to the horse parking area, on the right. 

    Questions, please text Debra Sannwaldt 512-864-4336. 

    Please clean up your area before leaving, broadcast manure, leave no trace.


    Register online at tetratrails.org.  PayPal, cash or check.  Registered riders will receive an email with a release of liability to sign and bring to the ride. Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. 


    To request a refund, minus an administrative fee of 10%, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com.

     Use the QR code below for additional donation amounts for mowing and upkeep of park trails.




     


    • 17 Apr 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    TETRA Talk Newsletter Deadline

    April 17, 2024

    Please submit all articles and ads to:


    tetrassoc@gmail.com


    Thank you.


    Cyndi Strickland, TETRA Talk Editor 

    • 19 Apr 2024
    • 2:00 PM (CDT)
    • 21 Apr 2024
    • 2:00 PM (CDT)
    • 20081 FM 831
    Register

     Six RS Ranch TETRA Ride

    20081 FM 831 Oakwood, Texas

    April 19-21, 2024



    Join us at the lovely SIX RS Ranch for several days of riding the open trails and thick forests this ranch has to offer.  This is a working ranch, with cattle, and other wildlife.  Dorris Ann added a bath house at the campground.  With this improvement, the area has really changed.  Come support SIX RS and enjoy the ride!   


    Early Thursday arrivals and Monday departures are allowed and charged an additional $10/day to Dorris Ann.  This does not cover fees for pens, RV hookups and lodging.  Riding on your own without a guide is at your own risk.  Trails are marked, a GPS is useful.  Contact Dorris Ann by text to make these early/late arrival/departure arrangements.  

    For those that are not arriving early, please do not arrive until Friday at 1:00PM.  Check in will begin by 4:00 PM, with current Coggins required. Sunday gates close at 2:00PM from all residences and camp area, unless guest has extended their stay with Dorris Ann. 

    TETRA member $30/person, $40/non-member Day riders /$20 Non-rider/meals only $10. Children 18 years of age and younger accompanied by a riding adult are no charge. 

    • Friday arrival-Check in and registration, Meet and Greet  
    • Friday: Ride out on your own.  Do not go through any gates. 
    • 7:30PM Bring your favorite appetizers to share at the fire. Bring your own drinks and chairs.
    • 9:00am Saturday: Ride, snacks provided by SIX RS on the trail. 
    • 12:00: Return to campground for lunch on your own. 
    • 3:00PM Ride out, return to camp about 5:30. 
    • 7:00PM Saturday Potluck TETRA provides the meat, served at the campground light pole across from the pens. 
    •  9:00AM Sunday Ride, return to camp at 11am.  
    • Depart no later than 2:00PM.  
    • RV-12 hookups 30-50 amps and water. Primitive camping in the pasture by the lake, with designated generator area. 
    • Public restroom.
    • A fully furnished house, the Painted Horse Inn, is available to rent for $250/night.  It has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, with a full kitchen and living area.  There are 4 queen beds and 3 double beds.  Accommodates up to 14 people.
    • Bunkhouse HQ, 2 miles from the campground. Sleeps 6 with full kitchen and bath, $100/night.
    • Pens with covered stalls and runs $25 each/weekend. 
    • To reserve an RV site, pens, the bunkhouse or the inn, text Dorris Ann at 903-388-0439. A waitlist will be kept and assigned on a first come first/serve basis with Dorris Ann.  

    Ride surface is mainly red sand, with rocky creek crossings.  For more information about the ride, call or text Geri Bischoff at 512-658-0937. 

    TETRA rules /trail etiquette must be observed on all TETRA sponsored trail rides. Horses prone to kick must have a red ribbon attached to their tail. Dogs must always stay on a leash. No dogs on the trail. 

    We ask you to leave the pasture as pristine as you found it.  

    Please be ready by the set "ride out" time. Make this trail ride enjoyable and safe for everyone by adhering to trail ride rules.

    DIRECTIONS: In Buffalo, Texas, turn south on Hwy 75 from the intersection of Hwy 79 and 75.  Go 4 miles to FM 831 and turn east. You will go 10 miles - through the town of Flo and across Serasco Creek - to a brick gate.  Take the ranch road to the camp area. Signs will be posted.

    Register at www.tetratrails.org

    If you are ill, please stay home.   Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, minus an administrative fee of 10%, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com. 

     

    • 03 May 2024
    • 4:00 PM
    • 05 May 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • 13816 Maxdale, Killeen, Texas 76549
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    TETRA Parrie Haynes Ranch Ride

    May 3-5 ,2024

    13816 Maxdale, Killeen, Texas 76549

    Join us for a weekend of fun at Parrie Haynes Ranch, Killeen, Texas.    Ona will be holding the annual Parrie Haynes Trade Days with a live Band on Saturday. Sites will fill early. It's going to be fun! Members will enjoy a great ride and have a fun shopping experience.

    Ride fee of $30 for TETRA members and $40 non-TETRA members.

    Reservations-RV campsites with electric and water and cabin reservations at parriehaynes.com, open reservations.   This will take you to RoverPass for cabins and campsites.

    Friday-4:00-5:00 rider check in on the clubhouse patio and all for evening meals.

    Friday- 6:00 Meet and Greet - bring your favorite appetizers. 
    Saturday- 6:00 Potluck 
     TETRA will supply main dish, bring a side dish to share.  All other meals on your own. 

    TETRA will provide plates and utensils. Bring your own drinks.

    9:30 AM Saturday guided ride return at noon

    2:00 Ride out with the group or on your own

    9:30 AM Sunday guided ride. Return at noon.  Depart camp by 2:00

    Register online at parriehaynes.com. Contact Mary Apple at 817-897-6822 or Geri Bischoff at 512-658-0937 for questions. 

    Register for this ride at tetratrails.org.  PayPal, cash or checks accepted.  Registered riders will receive an email with a release of liability to sign and bring to the ride. 

    Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, to request a refund, minus an administrative fee of 10% please email tetrassoc@gmail.com.

    If you are ill, please stay home. 

    Directions: Do not turn on Gann Branch Road-first left heading north.  Go to the top of the hill and look for the yellow pipe fencing, entrance to Parrie Haynes Ranch.
    • Traveling from Waco I-35S, take Hwy 190 west at Belton. In Killeen turn south on Hwy 195 for about 13 miles, turn right on FM 2670. If you cross the Lampasas River Bridge you have gone too far. Go 3.7 miles and take right on North Maxdale Road.
    • Traveling from Austin I-35N, take Hwy 195 north (exit 266), drive approximately 24 miles, traveling through Florence and crossing the Lampasas River. Turn left on FM 2670. Go 3.7 miles and take right on North Maxdale Road.
    • The Equestrian Center is located at the top of the hill on 13816 North Maxdale Road.Look for the yellow pipe fencing at the entrance. Signage is marked Parrie Haynes Ranch. 


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    • 09 May 2024
    • 9:00 AM
    • 11 May 2024
    • 2:00 PM
    • McCown Valley, Lake Whitney
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    McCown Valley Workdays

    May 9-11, 2024

    Workdays at McCown Valley:  Workdays were scheduled in March, but was moved to May 9-11.  We realize this is Mother Day weekend, and are starting on Thursday and will wrap up on Saturday.  Join us for the clean up prior to the June trail ride. 

    This is beautiful park is located on Lake Whitney and is TETRA's first project after founding in 1997.  

    This is a non-horse work mounted event. We will be working Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.  Breakfast for volunteers Friday, and Saturday with orange juice and coffee.

    Potluck Friday, with stew compliments of Sylvia Perry.  Potluck Saturday. Lunch on your own each day.  

    Let Sylvia know you are bringing a tractor for shredding or a post-hole digger to put up signage.  Sylvia has to complete and send forms to Corps of Engineers on all equipment. If you have a side-by-side, that will help to get around on the trails checking for downed trees and clearing and marking trails for signage.

    Bring your loppers and nippers and best walking shoes.

    1. We will be working on the TETRA barn at the Day Use area at McCown Valley to stabilize the poles in the middle of the barn.
    2. We will be working on trail marking. 

    Camping is in the day use area, 10 spots available.  This no fee to for volunteers. For anyone wanting to come, please call or text Sylvia for an electrical spot at the Day Use area. If you register online, you will have to pay for your spot. Horses welcome, ride after trail work is finished for the day. Questions or for a hookup site, please text or call Sylvia at 254-744-1405. 


    • 18 May 2024
    • 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • 8543 CR 3914, Athens, Texas 75752
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    Trace Trails Day Ride

    May 18, 2024


     Located at Trace Trails, 8543 County Rd 3914, Athens, 75752.

    Join us for TETRA's introductory ride at Trace Trails, Athens. This is a family owned and operated horse-riding trail venue with five different trails winding throughout 1,000 acres.  Trails are mostly sandy and go through woods, pastures and across some small streams.

    TETRA sponsored ride will meet and ride out from the parking area at 9:30am, May 18, 2024.  Bring a lunch for the ride.  A guide familiar with the trails will be available.  Ride fees are paid directly to the landowner with QR code at the gate or use the drop box.  Ranch fee Information: Day rides-$10.00/person Camping-$5.00/night. The ranch accepts cash, check or PayPal.

    Riders can camp overnight and pay the landowner using the QR code or drop box. There are several amenities available from porta-potty and running water to picnic tables and fire pits, even horse troughs and round pens for your riding partner.  Campsites are primitive with no electricity, with plenty of room for parking horse trailers.

    Please remember, cattle run throughout the property, so make sure to close any gates behind you. Register online at tetratrails.org. Suggested TETRA donation is $20 which helps cover liability insurance costs. Contact Angela Hammar at 903-480-1219 for questions and confirming attendance. 

    A current Coggins is required, and a signed liability release available onsite.


    • 25 May 2024
    • 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • 1773 FM 1791, Richards, Texas 77873
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    May 25, 2024

    Richards-Raven Equestrian Trail

    Sam Houston National Forest 

      


    Join us for a day ride at this amazing trail system in the Sam Houston National Forest. This is developed and maintained by dedicated volunteers.  Come enjoy bridges and trails through the thick forest with miles of riding trails.


    Coach House Horse camp is a private facility across from the parking lot for  overnight camping. There is no overnighting at the trailhead. 


    We will ride at 9:30am, with a Richards-Raven volunteer in the lead. The kiosk has trail and map information. There is no fee to park or ride trails. Suggested donation of $20 to assist in covering liability insurance.  Current Coggins is required, no dogs on the trail.  There is no water on this trail.  


    There are 19.5 miles of trail that meanders through Blackland prairies and pine plantations.  The trailhead is located at the intersection of Forest Service Road 209 and FM 1791 and will accommodate horse trailers.  There is no restroom at the trailhead. It is closest to New Waverly.  Questions, text at 512-658-0937.  Register for this event at tetratrails.org. 


    Directions:  From I-45, take FM 1375 west for approximately 14 miles, then turn north on FM 149 for about 1.5 miles. Turn north on FM 1791 and continue for about 4.5 miles, then turn west onto Forest Service Road 209. The trailhead is located at the intersection of Forest Service Road 209 and FM 179


    • 07 Jun 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    TETRA Talk Newsletter Deadline

    June 7, 2024


    Please submit all articles and ads to:


    tetrassoc@gmail.com


    Thank you.


    Cyndi Strickland, TETRA Talk Editor 

    • 07 Jun 2024
    • 1:00 PM
    • 09 Jun 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Lake Whitney, Texas
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    McCown Valley

    Region 8 Benefit Trail Ride

    June 7-9, 2024

    Join us at McCown Valley Equestrian Campground for this benefit ride.  All proceeds are dedicated to park improvements and will highlight new trail marking and hitching posts.

    Ride Donation Fees: TETRA member $30, Non-Members $40, Day-rider $20, non-rider/meals only $10, campsite with electric, $40 for two nights.  Children 18 years of age and younger are no fee with a paid riding adult.   

    Need a campsite, register for this ride, and reserve a campsite online at tetratrails.org.  Site cancelation allowed up to seven days before the event.  Contact Sylvia Perry when you arrive for the site number assignment. 

    These are 50-amp hookups with hitching posts, pens and a vault toilet.  The campground has shaded and non-shaded sites.  Do not register at recreation.gov. Equestrian campground sites 76-92 will appear reserved because they are blocked for this event.

    The day use equestrian campground has covered pens, sites 55-65 for overflow. Some have electricity. Park staff fills these on a first come first served basis.  

    Friday: Check in, Negative Coggins and sign liability release.

    Friday evening, Meet and Greet, Friday night: sausage links. Bring your favorite appetizer. 

    Saturday evening Potluck-Bring your favorite dish, 

    Bring your own water or drink.   

    Be sure to bring something for the silent auction, which benefits work supplies for Lake Whitney workdays.  Auction will close after supper.

    Saturday: Ride out at 8 am and return by 11:30. Lunch time in camp. Swim, play games, take a boat ride, take a nap, sit around camp, and catch up on old times. Ride out on your own in the afternoon. 

    Sunday: ride out at 8 am and return by 11:30.

    All TETRA ride and Army Corps of Engineers rules will be observed. Dogs must always be on a leash.  

    Directions:  From I-35 take TX 22 west to Whitney, slight right onto E Jefferson Ave in Whitney, Turn right onto FM 933 north.  In about 2.4 miles turn left onto FM 1713 west. Go 3.9 miles and stay stra­ight Turn right onto FM 933 north.  In about 2.4 miles turn left onto FM 1713 west.  Go another 3.9 miles and stay straight onto State Spur 1713 and follow signs to park entrance.

    From Waco take FM 933 (Gholson Road) north to FM 1713 west, on the north side of Whitney. Turn left onto FM 1713 and go another 3.9 miles.  Stay straight onto State Spur 1713 and follow signs to park entrance.

    From Meridian take TX 22 east to Whitney.  Turn left onto FM 933 north to FM 1713 west. Go another 3.9 miles and stay straight onto State Spur 1713 and follow signs to park entrance.   

      

    Register at tetratrails.org. Use PayPal or pay upon arrival.  If campsite/hookup is not canceled seven days before the event, funds will be credited for future rides. To request a refund of the ride fee only, minus 10% administrative fee, email tetrassoc@gmail.com

    If you have any questions, contact Sylvia Perry at 254-744-1405.  


    • 14 Aug 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    TETRA Talk Newsletter Deadline

    August 14, 2024

    Please submit all articles and ads to:

    tetrassoc@gmail.com

    Thank you.

    Cyndi Strickland, TETRA Talk Editor 


    • 20 Sep 2024
    • 2:00 PM (CDT)
    • 22 Sep 2024
    • 2:00 PM (CDT)
    • 20081 FM 831
    Register

     Six RS Ranch TETRA Ride

    20081 FM 831 Oakwood, Texas

    September 20-22, 2024



    Join us at the lovely SIX RS Ranch for several days of riding the open trails and thick forests this ranch has to offer.  This is a working ranch, with cattle, and other wildlife.  Dorris Ann has added a bath house at the campground.  With these improvements, the area has really changed.  Come support SIX RS and enjoy the ride!   


    Early Thursday arrivals and Monday departures are allowed and charged an additional $10/day to Dorris Ann.  This does not cover fees for pens, RV hookups and lodging.  Riding on your own without a guide is at your own risk.  Trails are marked, a GPS is useful.  Contact Dorris Ann by text to make these early/late arrival/departure arrangements.  

    For those that are not arriving early, please do not arrive until Friday at 1:00PM.  Check in will begin by 4:00, PM, with current Coggins required. Sunday gates close at 2:00PM from all residences and camp area, unless guest has extended their stay with Dorris Ann. 

    TETRA member $30/person, $40/non-member Day-rider $20 Non-rider/meals only $10. Children 18 years of age and younger accompanied by a riding adult are no charge. 

    • Friday arrival-Check in and registration, Meet and Greet  
    • Friday: Ride out on your own.  Do not go through any gates. 
    • 7:30PM Bring your favorite appetizers to share at the fire. Bring your own drinks and chairs.
    • 9:00am Saturday: Ride, snacks provided by SIX RS on the trail. 
    • 12:00: Return to campground for lunch on your own. 
    • 3:00PM Ride out, return to camp about 5:30. 
    • 7:00PM Saturday Potluck TETRA provides the meat, served at the campground light pole across from the pens. 
    •  9:00AM Sunday Ride, return to camp at 11am.  
    • Depart no later than 2:00PM.  
    • RV-12 hookups 30-50 amps and water. Primitive camping in the pasture by the lake, with designated generator area. 
    • Public restroom.
    • A fully furnished house, the Painted Horse Inn, available to rent for $250/night.  It has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, with a full kitchen and living area.  There are 4 queen beds and 3 double beds.  Accommodates up to 14 people.
    • Bunkhouse HQ, 2 miles from the campground. Sleeps 6 with full kitchen and bath, $100/night.
    • Pens with covered stalls and runs $25 each/weekend. 
    • To reserve an RV site, pens, the bunkhouse or the inn, text Dorris Ann 903-388-0439. A waitlist will be kept and assigned on a first come first/serve basis with Dorris Ann.  

    Ride surface is mainly red sand, with rocky creek crossings.  For more information about the ride, call or text Geri Bischoff at 512-658-0937. 

    TETRA rules /trail etiquette must be observed on all TETRA sponsored trail rides. Horses prone to kick must have a red ribbon attached to their tail. Dogs must always stay on a leash. No dogs on the trail. 

    We ask you to leave the pasture as pristine as you found it.  

    Please be ready by the set "ride out" time. Make this trail ride enjoyable and safe for everyone by adhering to trail ride rules.

    DIRECTIONS: In Buffalo, Texas, turn south on Hwy 75 from the intersection of Hwy 79 and 75.  Go 4 miles to FM 831 and turn east. You will go 10 miles - through the town of Flo and across Serasco Creek - to a brick gate.  Take the ranch road to the camp area. Signs will be posted.

    Register at www.tetratrails.org

    If you are ill, please stay home.   Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, minus an administrative fee of 10%, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com. 

     

    • 04 Oct 2024
    • 1:00 PM
    • 06 Oct 2024
    • 2:00 PM
    • 1349 Neal Road San Antonio Texas (LHI)
    Register

    Texas Equestrian Trail Riders Association


    TETRA Region 10 Trail Ride

    October 4-6, 2024


    Land Heritage Institute (LHI)

    1349 Neal Road, San Antonio, Texas 78264




    Join us for a weekend ride at Land Heritage Institute, San Antonio.  This destination offers miles of lovely riding, excellent gathering area and much local history of ranching in San Antonio.  LHI is reserved for this ride, LHI members and Saturday riders will not have access to the park during this weekend.

    Bring auction items for live auction to LHI headquarters building Saturday night.  Any donated items are appreciated from attendees. 

    Gates open at 12:00PM. Registration begins at 5 P.M Friday.

    Fee:  TETRA member adults $30, non-member $40, day-rider $20, non-rider/meals $10. Children 18 years of age and younger with a riding, registered adult, no fee.  

    Meals: Potluck Friday and Saturday evening at 6:00pm.  All other meals on your own.  Day Riders: $20/ day – no meals.

    To reserve one of the ten (10) RV sites electric/ water/with 1 pen @ $25/night, please contact by text Geri Bischoff @ 512-658-0937, confirmation text will confirm reservation. Be prepared to pay onsite for hookup with either cash or check. Electronic forms of payment will not be accepted.  LHI discounts do not apply during this LHI benefit weekend.    

    No ground campfires are allowed.  Above ground wood or charcoal BBQ grills and propane are permitted with extreme caution.  The area is grassy with the potential of fire being high. 

    Water for horses is available at LHI HQ.  Restroom/shower is also available at LHI HQ.

    Ride Schedule

    Saturday Morning ride:  9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    Afternoon ride:   1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

    Sunday Morning ride:    9:30 a.m.  to 12 p.m.

    Directions:  From 1604S, go North on Applewhite Rd, turn right on Neal Rd.

    From IH 35S, Exit 149, or 410S, go South on Hwy 16, to Lone Star Pass, turn left and go East to Applewhite Rd, turn right and go to Neal Rd, turn left.

    Text 512-658-0937 for reservations.

    Preregister at tetratrails.org, pay online with PayPal or upon arrival.   Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, minus a 10% administrative fee, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com.

    If you are ill, stay home.  


     

                         


    TETRA Region 10 Trail Ride

    October 4-6, 2024


    Land Heritage Institute (LHI)

    1349 Neal Road, San Antonio, Texas 78264




    Join us for a weekend ride at Land Heritage Institute, San Antonio.  This destination offers miles of lovely riding, excellent gathering area and much local history of ranching in San Antonio.  LHI is reserved for this ride, LHI members and Saturday riders will not have access to the park during this weekend.

    Bring auction items for live auction to LHI headquarters building Saturday night.  Any donated items are appreciated from attendees. 

    Gates open at 12:00PM. Registration begins at 5 P.M Friday.

    Fee:  TETRA member adults $30 non-member $35. Children 18 years of age and younger with a riding, registered adult, no fee.  

    Meals: Potluck Friday and Saturday evening at 6:00pm.  All other meals on your own.  Day Riders: $20/ day – no meals.

    To reserve one of the ten (10) RV sites electric/ water/with 1 pen @ $25/night, please contact by text Geri Bischoff @ 512-658-0937, confirmation text will confirm reservation. Be prepared to pay onsite for hookup with either cash or check. Electronic forms of payment will not be accepted.  LHI discounts do not apply during this LHI benefit weekend.    

    No ground campfires are allowed.  Above ground wood or charcoal BBQ grills and propane are permitted with extreme caution.  The area is grassy with the potential of fire being high. 

    Water for horses is available at LHI HQ.  Restroom/shower is also available at LHI HQ.

    Ride Schedule

    Saturday Morning ride:  9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    Afternoon ride:   1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

    Sunday Morning ride:    9:30 a.m.  to 12 p.m.

    Directions:  From 1604S, go North on Applewhite Rd, turn right on Neal Rd.

    From IH 35S, Exit 149, or 410S, go South on Hwy 16, to Lone Star Pass, turn left and go East to Applewhite Rd, turn right and go to Neal Rd, turn left.

    Text 512-658-0937 for reservations.

    Preregister at tetratrails.org, pay online with Paypal, or by mail.  For onsite registration checks preferred.  Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com.

    If you are ill, stay home.  


     

                         

    • 18 Oct 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    TETRA Talk Newsletter Deadline

    October 18, 2024


    Please submit all articles and ads to:


    tetrassoc@gmail.com


    Thank you.


    Cyndi Strickland, TETRA Talk Editor 

    • 18 Oct 2024
    • 2:00 PM
    • 20 Oct 2024
    • 1:01 PM
    • Pole Canyon Ranch Quitaque Texas
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    TETRA Region 3 Pole Canyon Ranch Ride 

    Quitaque Texas

    October 18 - 20, 2024


    Join us at Pole Canyon Ranch in Quitaque, Texas.  Rich in Texas history, you won't be disappointed. Located eight miles south of Quitaque, home of Caprock Canyon State Park, and the Caprock Canyon Trailway.  It is located along the Caprock Canyon Trailway, Monks Crossing with easy access to the famous Clarity tunnel. 

    Pole Canyon Ranch, managed by Phil and Lynette Barefield, is accessible yet remote from the busy outside world. Established in 1911 by Lynnette's grandfather, Jim Taylor, and his brother, who rode their horses into this area in December of 1910 in search of land.

    The ranch is now part of the Walter Taylor Estate and encompasses about 6,000 acres of beautiful canyon lands with running water in several of the spring-fed creeks. Abundant game and beautiful scenery make each excursion a memorable adventure.

    The ranch has electric and water hookups with reservations made through Pole Canyon ranch website.  They offer a bath house with shower and toilets.  A fully furnished ranch house is available for rent, with reservations made through Pole Canyon website. 

    2:00PM Friday check in: provide current negative Coggins, confirm registration and sign liability release. Ride on your own.

    6:00PM Friday: bring your favorite appetizers to share at the meet and greet.

    9:00am Saturday ride out at 9:00am or ride on your own. 

    Saturday night potluck dinner at 6:00PM. TETRA will provide the main dish.  Riders bring their favorite side dishes.

    9:00am Sunday ride out.  Break camp and clean up camp area, out by 2:00PM

    Ride fee is $30/member and $40 for non-members.  Children 18 years of age and younger, are no fee, with a paying, riding adult.  

    Make your RV hook up and pen reservations for camping at Pole Canyon, go to http://www.polecanyon.com.  Pole canyon does not 'block' the campground for this event.  Reserve early.  Pens and sites are first come first serve, they are not assigned, but must be reserved before you arrive.

    There is plenty of room for primitive camping and space to put up electric fencing or portable corrals.  For questions about the campground, email Pole Canyon at canyons@caprock-spur.com or call 806-455-1446 or 806-269-1446.  

    Questions about this ride, contact Sara McMillan 254-749-3338.  Register for this ride at tetratrails.org. 

    Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled seven days in advance of the ride. To cancel your registration or to request a refund, minus an administrative fee of 10%, send an email to tetrassoc@gmail.com with "Cancel my registration" in the subject line.


    • 25 Oct 2024
    • 12:00 PM (CDT)
    • 27 Oct 2024
    • 12:00 PM (CDT)
    • Mineola Nature Preserve
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    TETRA Region 5

    Mineola Nature Preserve Trail Ride 


    October 25-27,2024


    Come join us at the Mineola Nature Preserve, in Mineola Texas.

    Friday

    4:00-6:00PM Registration and rider check in at Derby campground

    6:00-8:00 PM Meet n Greet Social hour bring your favorite appetizer to share with others

    Saturday

    9:00am Ride out return to camp at noon. 

    2:00PM ride out return to camp at 5:00PM 

    6:00PM Potluck 

    Sunday

    9:30 ride out return to camp at noon.  Depart camp by 2:00PM.


    FEES: The Ride Fee is $30.00 for members, $40 for non-members, $20 Day-rider, non-rider/meals only $10, children 18 years of age and younger are no charge and must be accompanied by a paying mounted rider. 


    Mineola Derby campground has 14 RV sites: 

    • RV site is $30.00 per night, available with electric, water, and sewer
    • Pens are $5.00/night/pen
    • Primitive camping is $5.00 a night.

    Mineola Nature Preserve Trail Ride Update

    All camping reservations are made with Steve Hancock.  He can be reached at 1-972-877-2206 or email at steveha2206@gmail.com.  A confirmation email or text will confirm the reservation.


    • deposit of $30 dollars is required and must be received by September 17.  Check is payable to Mineola Nature Preserve, mail to Steve Hancock,33064 Fm 85, Kemp, Texas 75143. 
    • Your site deposit must be received by September 17 to hold your site. 
    • Deposit is nonrefundable and will be applied to your total site cost.
    • The deposit will go to Mineola Nature Preserve if you cannot attend. 
    • Your site is rebooked to next in line on the wait list and will no longer be available. 
    • Questions, contact Steve via text, call or email. 

    The Derby Equestrian Pavilion has a kitchen area, restrooms with showers, and a horse wash station.

    Ride rules:  Current negative Coggins required, all dogs must be on leash and are not allowed on the trail, no riding doubles, horses who are prone to kick must have a red flag on their tail.  Trail boss makes all camp and ride decisions.  No smoking or drinking on the trail.  This is a family outing. Please join us.

    Directions:   

    DO NOT TURN AT THE MINEOLA NATURE PRESERVE SIGN AT 2724.  TURN OFF LOOP564 TO THE DERBY EQUESTRIAN CENTER CAMPGROUND BY THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT.

    From I-20, in Lindale, Texas: Turn North on U.S. 69, about 14 miles, cross the Sabine River and then continue approximately 1.5 miles, turn right (east) on Loop 564: For the Equestrian Trail Head: About one fourth mile, turn right on first road right before County Road 2724. Turn at the water treatment sign, follow signs to horse trailer parking.

    U.S.69 from Greenville/Alba Texas and from U.S. Hwy37: Continue through Mineola; proceed south to Loop 564.  Go under the overpass to Loop 564. Approximately one fourth mile, turn right on first road before County Road 2724.  Turn at the water treatment plant sign, follow signs to horse trailer parking.

    U.S. Hwy 80, traveling west from Hawkins, Texas: Go under the overpass for Loop 564, turn right (north) and follow signs to Loop 564.  Continue right (south) on Loop 564 first street past County Road County Road 2724.  Turn at the water treatment plant sign, follow signs to horse trailer parking.

    U.S. Hwy80, traveling east from Grand Saline, Texas: Continue through Mineola to the intersection of U.S. Hwy 69, turn right (south) on U.S. 69.  Proceed to Loop 564.  Go under the overpass to Loop 564.  Approximately one fourth mile, turn right on first road before County Road 2724.  Turn at the water treatment plant sign, follow signs to horse trailer parking. 


    If you are ill, stay home. 

    Register online at tetratrails.org Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, minus an administrative fee of 10%, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com.

    • 01 Nov 2024
    • 12:00 PM (CDT)
    • 03 Nov 2024
    • 2:00 PM (CST)
    • Waco Lake Reynold's Creek Park
    Register

    REYNOLD’S CREEK EQUESTRIAN

    BENEFIT TRAIL RIDE

    November 1-3, 2024


    Donations-- TETRA members $30/ Non-Members $40

    Children 18 & under free with a paying riding adult
    Day riders- Sat and Sunday $20/day Non-rider/meals only $10. Please arrive early to register.

    MEAL- 

    Friday 6PM appetizer mixer.  Bring your favorite appetizer to share.  Saturday 6PM potluck dinner, with meat, drinks and paper goods provided. No other meals provided.

    Primitive camping at no charge for TETRA rides, with horse water available. Please only use a small area for your pens.  (Primitive camping only allowed during TETRA rides.  During non-TETRA events all registration must be made online at recreation.gov).

    GUIDED RIDE OUT â€“   Saturday@ 9 am & afternoon- TBDSunday @ 9 am

    Dogs Must remain on a leash at all times and remain at camp. No dogs on the trails. 

    Please bring SILENT AUCTION items for donation- Silent Auction closes Saturday after dinner. 

    YOUR SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!!  

    Very limited electrical/water/pens available by reserving only with Sara, no earlier than September 20, 2024- text or call Sara McMillan @ 254-749-3338. Provide your name and contact number.

    DIRECTIONS: From   IH-35, take the North Hwy 6 exit. Take North Hwy 6, across the lake, Exit Speegleville Rd, go right, stay straight at 4way stopReynolds Creek Park entrance is 1.5 miles on the right.

    If approaching from the North on Hwy 6, take McLaughlin Rd exit, left over bridge McLaughlin, to 4 way stop. Go left on Speegleville Rd. Reynolds Creek Park entrance is 1.5 miles on the right.     

    Register at tetratrails.org, pay online with PayPal, or by mail.  For onsite registration checks preferred.   Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, minus an administrative fee of 10%, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com.

    DO NOT FOLLOW YOUR GPS!!!!

    Questions- call or text SARA MCMILLAN @-254-749-3338 

    If you are ill, stay home.  


     

     


     

    • 15 Nov 2024
    • 1:00 PM
    • 17 Nov 2024
    • 1:00 PM
    • HillCountry State Natural Area, 10600 Bandera Creek Rd., Bandera, Tx 78003
    Register

    TETRA & Hill Country State Natural Area Partners Benefit Ride


    The Lodge


    Bandera, Texas`


    November 15-17, 2024


    Join us for a benefit ride for the State Natural Area Partners (SNAP) non-profit and TETRA.  A lively auction, great food, wonderful people and spectacular riding.

     

    Our campsite is at the Lodge, a 1930s ranch house, a SNAP project using funds raised by TETRA.

    There are stalls/corrals available. Five electric hookups are available at the front of the lodge. Primitive camping is available in front of the lodge and behind the lodge for dry camping; generators are allowed overnight.  No parking/camping under trees.


    Guided trail ride groups are Saturday morning, Saturday afternoon, and Sunday morning.

    Registration:  tetratrails.org.

    Friday check in begins at 4:00PM.

    Saturday registration begins at 7:00am.  All riders must check in and sign release and present a current Coggins. 

    Ride participants do not need to stop by the Park Ranger Station.  TETRA will issue vehicle hangtags after you arrive at the Lodge. 

    6:00PM Friday night appetizer potluck bring your favorite appetizer to share.  

    7:30-8:45 AM Saturday and Sunday morning breakfast compliments of Carey Reed, SNAP President 

    12:00 Lunch on your own

    6:00 Potluck Supper on Saturday, TETRA will supply the meat, bring your favorite side dish and your own drinks.

    9:00 am Ride out on Saturday return at lunch ride out at 2:00 pm. 

    9:00 am Sunday morning ride.  Riders may ride out with this group or ride on their own. 

    Arrive no earlier than 1:00PM Friday depart by 1:00 Sunday.


    Please bring items for Saturday evening auction.

    This is a live auction.  

    Ride Fee: TETRA Members $30.  Non-Members $40 Day rider $20 Non-rider/meals only $10. Children under 18 years old are no charge accompanied by a registered, riding adult. Day Riders/non-riders $15.


    Electric hookup: $50 for the weekend. Horse pens are $20 for the 

    The Lodge is available for $250.00/weekend maximum of eight.  All trash must be picked up and disposed at the ranger station.  The Lodge does not supply any linens or any amenities.

    Reservations begin February 15, 2024.  No early reservations. Text Geri Bischoff at 512-658-0937, reservations, will confirm by text. 

    Bring your drinking water 

    • Clean pens and haul to manure area all hay
    • Water available for horses  
    • Horses prone to kick must have a red ribbon attached to their tails.
    • Horses should have shoes or boots, the terrain is very rocky
    • Dogs on a leash, no dogs on the trails (state park rule), no dogs in the cook shack or lodge.

    Be ready to ride at the set "ride out" time. More information, contact Geri Bischoff text or call at 512-658-0937. 


    ALL STATE PARK RULES MUST BE FOLLOWED BY ALL ATTENDEES, IGNORING RULES MAY RESULT IN BEING ASKED TO LEAVE. 


    DIRECTIONS:  From Bandera, take Hwy 173 S to FM 1077which turns into Bandera Creek Road; highway sign announces Hill Country State Natural Area, turn right and drive past HQ ranger station. past Bar-O Day Use, past Trailhead Camp, to Group Lodge.  Electric sites are on your right.  Primitive parking the pasture behind the arena. Do not park/camp under oak trees.  Do not stop at Park Headquarters. 

    If you are sick, please stay home.

    Register on-line at tetratrails.org.  Pay online with PayPal, cash or checks.  Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, minus an administrative fee of 10%, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com.





    • 13 Dec 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    TETRA Talk Newsletter Deadline

    December 13, 2024


    Please submit all articles and ads to:


    tetrassoc@gmail.com


    Thank you.


    Cyndi Strickland, TETRA Talk Editor 

    • 13 Dec 2024
    • 12:00 PM (CST)
    • 15 Dec 2024
    • 2:00 PM (CST)
    • 13816 Maxdale Road, Killeen, Texas 786549
    Register

    TETRA Christmas Party


    December 13-15, 2024


    Parrie Haynes Equestrian Camp

    13816 N. Maxdale Rd   Killeen, Texas


    Join us for our Christmas Celebration and Auction.  

    Friday. 

    We will have a catered dinner Saturday night with an auction of donated items after dinner.

    2:00-7 p.m.   Registration

    6:30PM Clubhouse meet and greet.  Bring your favorite appetizers to share with others. 

    Saturday

    9:00 am Trail Ride - ride with group or on your own

    6:30 Catered dinner

    7:00 No gift exchange. Bring your favorite items for a silent and live auction.

    Sunday

    9:00 AM- 12:00 Trail Ride-guided or on your own

    2:00PM Depart.  Drive Safe

    Register at tetratrails.org.  Account will be credited for future rides if cancelled. To request a refund, an administrative fee of 10%, please email tetrassoc@gmail.com.

    Fee: Member-$30 Non-Member-$40, day rider $20no meals.

    Camping and pen reservations online at parriehaynesequestriancenter.com

    DIRECTIONS:  13816 N. Maxdale Rd. Killeen, Texas.  Parrie Haynes Equestrian Center.  From the south, IH-35, take Hwy 195 toward Killeen FM 2670.  From north IH35, Travel to Maxdale Road on the right, before the bridge.  Do not turn on Gann Ranch Road, it is a dead end and is not your destination.  Drive to the top of the hill, past the power lines, to yellow pipe fencing, turn left at Parrie Haynes Equestrian Center across from the sign and fencing.

    From the north, IH35, take IH14/190W, toward Killeen.  Exit 283, toward TX 195 south, travel to Clear Creek Road exit on the right continue to S Clear Creek Road, turn left on Maxdale Road.  Continue to Parrie Haynes Equestrian Ranch on the Right.

    Questions, text Mary Apple-Williams at 817-897-6822.


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