Ride for Fun, Ride to Learn
Trail Challenge Obstacle Course
Recreational Competition
Trail Challenge Obstacle Course
Recreational Competition
3701 Old River Rd Ukiah, CA 95482
Saturday, October 11, 2025 - Sunday, October 12, 2025
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| Sat - 10/11 | IH | Saturday In hand |  $23.50 - $45
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Eloise Twining
eloise@sonic.net (415) 613-1745 |
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| Sat - 10/11 | TC | Saturday Trail Challenge | $30.50 - $59
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Eloise Twining
eloise@sonic.net (415) 613-1745 |
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| Sun - 10/12 | OT | Sunday Obstacle Trail | $27 - $52
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Eloise Twining
eloise@sonic.net (415) 613-1745 |
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| Sun - 10/12 | OC | Sunday Obstacle Course | $23.50 - $45
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Eloise Twining
eloise@sonic.net (415) 613-1745 |
Online registration closes Thursday, October 9, 11:00pm, PST
Twining Pastures is dedicated to providing space for horses and humans to enjoy. Our amazing trails are on a 1,500 acre ranch in the scenic hills of Ukiah, CA
Dry camping is available, call Eloise at 415-613-1745 for more information.
Saturday
Trail Challenge (TC) – a relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome.
In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.
Sunday
Obstacle Trail (OT) – a relaxing short trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome.
Obstacle Course (OC) – a mounted event in an arena/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.
Arena: 140 x 250 ft sand footing.
Trails: single & wide track trails, mostly moderate hills. Trails may have hills with up to 500 ft elevation gain but most will be far lower. Some portions of the trails are quite steep. There will be several, shallow, creek crossings some of which are rocky. Other than creek crossings the footing is fairly soft. Trails run through Oak forests and open meadows with a mix of shade and sun.
There is no onsite food. The nearest store is 1.5 miles away and does serve food. There are many more food choices within 3 to 5 miles. Also plenty of comfortable hotels.
Beautiful ribbons - 1st-6th place Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced! 1st-3rd place Junior (age 13-17), 1st-3rd place Youngin' (age 7-12), and 1st place Newcomer.
Lifetime Awards (Equine & Rider) - Sign up 2 weeks in advance to get your qualifying awards!
Equine Awards - Your equine will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden carrot charms as they progress through the levels. Equine points accumulate no matter who rides the equine.
Rider Awards - You will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden star charms as you progress through the levels. Rider Points accumulate no matter which equine is ridden.
Online payments are only for the ETS event fees. All camping and drug fees must be paid onsite when you arrive.
Online, Early Bird registration saves you money! There is a $10 increase per entry for onsite registration. You must register before the Thursday cutoff time to get Early Bird pricing.
Twining Pastures
3701 Old River Rd
Ukiah, CA 95482
Findable by GPS
| FRIDAY | |
| 4:00pm | Gates Open |
| 5-6:30pm | Early Check In available |
| SATURDAY - Trail Challenge | |
| 8-8:45am | New arrival check in |
| 8:00am | Judge Meeting |
| 9:00am | Rider Meeting |
| 9:30 | First riders out on Trail |
| In Hand | As soon as last trail rider returns |
| Judge | Shout Outs once all riders are finished. |
| Awards | after Judge Shout Outs! |
| SUNDAY - Obstacle Course | |
| 8-8:45am | New arrival Check In |
| 8:00am | Judge Meeting |
| 9:00am | Rider Meeting |
| 10:00am | First riders Mounted in Arena |
| Trail | As soon as the last rider in arena is done. |
| Judge | Shout Outs once all riders return. |
| Awards | after Judge Shout Outs! |
| EMMP Fee | |
| California EMMP Fee per equine, per weekend | $14.00 |
| Pens | |
| Friday Pen | $15.00 |
| Saturday Pen | $15.00 |
| Dry Camping | |
| Friday Night Dry Camping | $15.00 |
| Sat Night Dry Camping | $15.00 |
| Dry Camping Twining Members | |
| Friday Night Dry Camp Spot - Twining Membership | $10.00 |
| Saturday Night Dry Camp Spot Twining Membership | $10.00 |
| Bring Your Own Pen (BYOP) | |
| Fri Night BYOP | $0.00 |
| Sat Night BYOP | $0.00 |