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1/13/2010 10:35:14 PM
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topic:
Pilot Knoll / Elm Fork Trails
Leslie
Posts: 12
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Just rode this trail again yesterday, and it's still in great shape, with only a little mud. The big drilling rig is gone from the Bishop Lane area, so we only had to deal with the 2499 construction. The tunnel is still closed to riders, but it appeared the drainage was being worked on.
We had unexpected company at the Old Alton Trailhead: a different construction crew was working on Copper Canyon Rd. towards Old Alton and the bridge, and needed to pull some big equipment into our lot. They waited patiently while we finished tacking up so we could get on the trail before they did so, but our horses' eyes were as big as saucers as they approached!
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12/4/2009 11:58:26 PM
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topic:
Fall Barbecue
Leslie
Posts: 12
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So how did everyone like the Annual BBQ on Sat, Nov 7? Did you like having it at J-Ranch for a change? How'd you like the food? And the tack swap? Any changes you could suggest for next year? We value your opinions!
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12/4/2009 11:21:51 PM
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topic:
Classifieds
Leslie
Posts: 12
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From Lisa Broughton, as posted on CTETA Yahoo Group:
I am selling two awesome Ortho Flex Saddles, made by Len Brown of Nevada, MO. I have a Western Saddle, a Cattle Baron model; 16 inch in great condition.
A 16" Patriot Officer's model in mint condition, all leather with leg rolls.
If you or someone you know is interested, I can send photos.
Reason for sale, I am buying a cutting saddle for my cutting mare and we are headed to NCHA nationals in April, need to get into a new rig 
Lisa 940 387 8781
edited by Leslie on 12/4/2009
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12/4/2009 10:50:02 PM
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topic:
LBJ Grasslands
Leslie
Posts: 12
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A few of us stayed at the Grasslands Bed & Barn beginning Fri, Nov 20, for 3 or 4 days, and rode parts of the Red, White, Yellow, and Blue trails. Even though Friday started out with rain, we ended up with good weather and some great rides. The fall colors were still lovely, especially contrasted with the green grass and evergreens. The ponds were full and there was water standing in some of the creekbeds. We didn't see any hunters, but we had bells on the horses and bright colors on us just in case!
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12/4/2009 10:37:40 PM
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topic:
Jordan Park Ride at Lake Ray Roberts, 11/14/09
Leslie
Posts: 12
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Lisa Broughton led this ride on a beautiful November day. Six of us began at Lantana Lodge and rode north and back for about an hour and a half, then had a scrumptious lunch at the Bronze Buffalo Grill. Three of us continued our ride after lunch, riding almost to the Isle du Bois campground and back. The trails were in very good shape, and even though a short stretch of the loop at the far north end was under water, the rest of the ride was mostly mud-free! Don't miss this ride next time!
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11/7/2009 3:33:19 PM
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topic:
Pilot Knoll / Elm Fork Trails
Leslie
Posts: 12
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Al & I rode this trail in both directions from Old Alton Trailhead last week, and there were only a few places still muddy from all the rain. I wouldn't recommend crossing the creek on the north side (aka "Alibird Crossing", after Alice Morgan & Bird Gierhart) -- the water is flowing and very high, and you can't see the submerged cement bags, so it could be dangerous. On the south side, we rode until we saw the huge gas drill near Bishop Lane, turning around as much because of the construction noise as the mud on the lower trail. That was still almost a 2-hour ride, so with another good weather week, it should be great riding! Leslie Olsson
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10/31/2009 4:49:11 PM
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topic:
Rocky Point trails
Susan
Posts: 3
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As of Oct 31st. Trails are not so good. Lots of rain, lots of washouts. Give it some time to dry and be careful out there! I'll let you know of any changes. Susan
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10/20/2009 3:01:30 PM
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topic:
LBJ Grasslands
Leslie
Posts: 12
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As of Saturday, 10/17/09, trails were good and getting better after all the rain earlier in the month. The far northern part of the Blue trail was pretty sloppy, so everyone doing the Ride for Strides was rerouted to the Yellow, which was fine -- a few mud puddles, but definitely rideable.
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10/20/2009 2:54:16 PM
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topic:
Ride for Strides, 10/17/09 at Grasslands
Leslie
Posts: 12
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This was a great ride Saturday. Several members of CTETA participated, including Alice Morgan, Maybeth Nunn, and George Campbell, who was the organizer. Be sure to watch for it next year!
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10/13/2009 6:26:37 PM
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topic:
Ride for Strides, 10/17/09 at Grasslands
Leslie
Posts: 12
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Come on out to the LBJ Grasslands this Saturday, 10/17/09, at 9:00 am (ride out at 10) and join us for the annual Ride for Strides! It benefits the SpiritHorse Therapeutic Riding Center in Corinth. To check out the details, see www.rideforstrides.org, or go to the SpiritHorse website at www.spirithorsetherapy.com. The weather should be perfect, lunch is included, plus there will be awards -- should be great fun! Hope to see you there! Leslie Olsson (972-977-7018)
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10/13/2009 6:04:07 PM
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topic:
Rocky Point Trail Ride
Leslie
Posts: 12
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Susan, thanks so much for leading this ride! I had a great time, and really enjoyed meeting Carobeth & Jack. See you at the Board meeting...
Leslie
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10/13/2009 5:54:56 PM
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topic:
Fall Foliage Ride Friday, Oct. 16 - 22; Honobia,OK
Leslie
Posts: 12
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Alice, this sounds wonderful. I wish I could make it, but I have other commitments. How far is Honobia? Can a small group of us go some other time?
Leslie
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9/21/2009 1:21:53 PM
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topic:
Rocky Point Trail Ride
Susan
Posts: 3
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Come out and ride with us this weekend, Sat. Sep 26th. Meet at the High Road trail head at 8:30 am - ride out at 9:00am.
Please RSVP or I'll stay in bed
817-490-9812
Susan Bodenmiller
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9/18/2009 9:28:26 PM
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topic:
Fall Foliage Ride Friday, Oct. 16 - 22; Honobia,OK
Alice
Posts: 2
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The Fall Foliage Ride at the Wild Horse Trail Camp, Honobia, OK is coming! $320 includes all wonderful homemade meals and electric/water hook-ups at each campsite, or log cabins for rent. There are log cabin shower houses, flush toilets, sinks, wood for camp fires. There's a dance every night with Sue Barr from Branson, Mo for entertainment, and Auction Night! Bring your tack, treasures and get-rid-of's and buy someone elses! There are half day rides as well as whole day rides, or you can do your own thing. There is a river at the back of camp for fishing, and the camp is a birder's paradise! There are log cabins available for rent. Call Paula Channell for more details at 817-478-9755 or 817-755-4570 for cabin reservations.
edited by Alice on 9/18/2009
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9/9/2009 10:51:52 PM
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topic:
Rocky Point trails
Susan
Posts: 3
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The Rocky Point trail looks great! Robin has mowed the ragweed down and the path is clear! Come out and enjoy.
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9/7/2009 5:11:10 PM
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topic:
Fall Barbecue
Alice
Posts: 2
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I'm looking forward to this year's annual barbecue!
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