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 17, 2026 - Sunday, October 18, 2026
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| Sat - 10/17 | IH |
Saturday In hand
IH |
 $23.50 - $45
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Eloise Twining
eloise@sonic.net (415) 613-1745 |
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| Sat - 10/17 | TC |
Saturday Trail Challenge
TC - 5 miles |
$30.50 - $59
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Eloise Twining
eloise@sonic.net (415) 613-1745 |
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| Sun - 10/18 | OC |
Sunday Mounted Obstacle Course
OC |
$23.50 - $45
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Eloise Twining
eloise@sonic.net (415) 613-1745 |
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| Sun - 10/18 | TC |
Sunday Trail Challenge
TC - 5 miles |
$30.50 - $59
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Eloise Twining
eloise@sonic.net (415) 613-1745 |
Online registration closes Thursday, October 15, 10:00pm, 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
In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.
Trail Challenge (TC) – a relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome.
Sunday
Trail Challenge (TC) – a relaxing 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.
No food is available at the event, however a variety of food choices are within a 5 to 7 minute drive.
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.
Payment for ALL Amenities (pens, camping, EMMP fees, etc.) are due ON SITE and are NOT collected at the time of online registration.
Registering online will give you the best (early bird) pricing! There is a $10 increase per entry for onsite registration.
The April event will finish the 2025 Twining Ranch tournament AND start the 2026 Twining Ranch tournament. In addition points from both events this year will count toward the Northern California tournament.
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 - In Hand & Trail Challenge | |
| 7-8AM | New arrival check in |
| 8:00am | Rider Meeting |
| 9:00am | Judges Meeting |
| 10:00am | First riders out on the trail |
| Lunch | after your ride |
| IH After Lunch | 45 minutes after the last trail rider returns |
| Judge | Shout Outs once all riders are in! |
| Awards | after Judge Shout Outs! |
| SUNDAY - Mounted & Trail Challenge | |
| 7 to 8AM | New arrival Check In |
| 8:00am | Rider Meeting |
| 9:00am | Judges Meeting |
| 10:00am | First riders out on the trail |
| Lunch | After trail ride |
| OC After Lunch | 45 minutes after the last trail rider returns |
| Judge | Shout Outs once all riders are in! |
| 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 Camp Spot - Twining Membership | $10.00 |
| Saturday Dry Camping - Twining Membership | $10.00 |
| Dry Camping | |
| Fri Night Dry Camping | $15.00 |
| Saturday Night Dry Camping | $15.00 |
| Bring Your Own Pen (BYOP) | |
| Fri Night BYOP | $0.00 |
| Sat Night BYOP | $0.00 |