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Running I Ranch

1700 Alexander Hill Ln Dunnigan, CA 95937

Saturday, October 12, 2024 - Sunday, October 13, 2024

Date Type Mi Name Contact Contact Roster
Sat - 10/12 IH IN-HAND NorCal Running I Ranch #13 of 16 BUCKLE Series Coni Lehr conilehr@gmail.com
(916) 975-5426
Sat - 10/12 OT 2 TRAIL (2 mi) NorCal Running I Ranch #14 of 16 BUCKLE Series Coni Lehr conilehr@gmail.com
(916) 975-5426
Sun - 10/13 OC MOUNTED NorCal Running I Ranch #15 of 16 BUCKLE Series Coni Lehr conilehr@gmail.com
(916) 975-5426
Sun - 10/13 OT 2 TRAIL (2 mi) NorCal Running I Ranch #16 of 16 BUCKLE Series Coni Lehr conilehr@gmail.com
(916) 975-5426

About The Venue

Running I Ranch is located in the beautiful California North Central Valley just at the base of the Coastal Mountains. Conveniently located just an hour north of Sacramento (I-5) and two hours east of the Bay Area (I-505). There is an array of fun obstacles to play and compete on which will be utilized for our weekend events!

Dry camping is available. Campers must use 12' x 12' paddocks for horses and bring their own shavings. Day use parking allowed to tie to trailers.

Event Details

Saturday In-Hand Obstacle Challenge (IH) - the In-Hand event obstacles are completed dismounted. You may be saddled, halters with leads are recommended. All non-riding equines are welcome and encouraged to compete!

Saturday Obstacle Trail Challenge (OT) - A relaxing 2 mile ride with judged obstacles placed on property trail course. All riding disciplines are welcome. 

Sunday Mounted Obstacle Challenge (OC)  - the Mounted event obstacles are completed while riding in the saddle. Headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome as well as bit-less headstalls.

Sunday Obstacle Trail Challenge (OT) - A relaxing 2 mile ride with judged obstacles placed on property trail course. 

The Terrain

Flat, easy footing in obstacle arena and throughout property trail course, sand footing in warm up arena and round pen.

Meals

On your own, at your leisure, possible food truck available.

Awards

Beautiful ribbons 1st-6th place Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Per Event!

1st-3rd place Junior (age 13-17)

1st-3rd place Youngin' (age 7-12)

and 1st place Newcomer!

These events qualify for: 

WEEKEND HIGH POINT RIBBONS/AWARDS AFTER FINAL EVENT ON SUNDAY

2024 NorCal RUNNING I RANCH FALL Buckle Series (awarded at our final event on Sunday)

2024 NorCal FALL Buckle Series (awarded at our Nov 9-10 event weekend)

2024 NorCal MULE Buckle Series (awarded at our Dec 7-8 event weekend)

2024 NorCal BRACKET Buckle Series (awarded at our Dec 7-8 event weekend)

2024 NorCal SADDLE Series (awarded at our Dec 7-8 event weekend)

Additional Fees

Payment for ALL Amenities (camping, paddocks, day parking fees and EMMP fees) reserved at the time of online registration are due ON SITE and are NOT collected at the time of online registration.

Running I Ranch
1700 Alexander Hill Ln
Dunnigan, CA 95937


Google Directions


Event Host Directions:

Directions: Available on Map Apps, Running I Ranch, 1700 Alexander Hill Ln, Dunnigan, CA 95937

From the south:

Proceed up Interstate 5 to the town of Dunnigan. Exit the second exit (Dunnigan exit 556/road 6), to the right. Proceed east past the Chevron and Jack in the Box to the stop sign at County Road 99, turn left. Proceed north to County Road 2, turn left and cross over Interstate 5. Proceed west approximately 2 miles (over the Colusa Canal and through a drainage overflow ditch) to Alexander Hill Lane. This private, gravel lane on your right has a swing gate which will be open. Proceed north on this lane to the tree line on your left, enter  through the big ranch gate into the parking area.

From the north:
Proceed down Interstate 5 towards Dunnigan. Exit County Line Road and turn left. Proceed east to the stop sign at County Road 99, turn right. Proceed south to County Road 2, turn right and cross over Interstate 5. Proceed west approximately 2 miles (over the Colusa Canal and through a drainage overflow ditch) to Alexander Hill Lane. This private, gravel lane on your right has a swing gate which will be open. Proceed north on this lane to the tree line on your left, enter through the big ranch gate into the parking area.

AGENDA

FRIDAY
12:00pm Gates Open
4:00-5:30pm Early Check In Available
SATURDAY - In-Hand, Trail and Jackpot Events
7:45-8:30am New arrival Check In
8:30am Rider Meeting
9:00am Judge Meeting
9:30am First handlers out on In-hand Course
9:30am Super Trail Horse walk thru
Lunch On your own - At your leisure
Trail First riders on Obstacle Trail Course one hour after last handler off In-Hand Course
Judge Shout Outs once all riders are in!
Awards after Judge Shout Outs!
SUNDAY - Mounted, Trail and Gambler's Events
8:00-8:30am New arrival Check In
8:30am Rider Meeting
9:00am Judge Meeting
9:30am First riders out on the arena Mounted course
9:30am Super Trail Horse walk thru
Lunch On your own - At your leisure
Trail First riders out on Obstacle Trail Course one hour after last handler off arena Mounted Course
Judge Shout Outs once all riders are in!
Awards after Judge Shout Outs!

AVAILABLE AMENITY RESERVATIONS

California Drug Fee (EMMP) Fee - Reserve Here, Pay at On-Site Check-In
California EMMP Fee $14.00
STALLS - Reserve Here, Pay at On-Site Check-In
Friday Night Stall - 12X12 (bring own shavings) $35.00
Saturday Night Stall - 12X12 (bring own shavings) $35.00
Sunday Night Stall - 12X12 (bring own shavings) $35.00
DRY CAMPING - Reserve Here, Pay at On-Site Check-In
Friday Night Dry Camp Spot $25.00
Saturday Night Dry Camp Spot $25.00
Sunday Night Dry Camp Spot $25.00
DAY PARKING - Reserve Here, Pay at On-Site Check-In
Saturday - Day Parking $15.00
Sunday - Day Parking $15.00