Ride for Fun, Ride to Learn
Trail Challenge Obstacle Course
Recreational Competition
Trail Challenge Obstacle Course
Recreational Competition
5811 Welch Hill rd Ripley, NY 14775
Sunday, October 25, 2026
| Date | Type | Name | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun - 10/25 | TC |
Forbidden Forest Trail Challenge
TC - 5 miles |
Elizabeth Hensley
ehensley1991@gmail.com (716) 397-8824 |
Double D.A.B stables has been a riding stable for 50 years . We have around 90 Horses and a handful of other farm animals for your enjoyment . The stable has founded our own sanctuary ( Promise for life ) for elderly and disabled horses to live out their retirement days with dignity .
Our trails go deep into the 400 acres of wilderness with hills to traverse, creeks to cross, and ponds to ride alongside. Our property has its own nature preserve of untouched forest, so you will see wildlife. We even have a Historical Native American burial site, so please be respectful.
We may have horses to lease for the event. Please contact the stable directly if you are interested in an interview and pricing.
Sunday
Trail Challenge (TC) – a relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome.
The trails are usable all year long as they have been packed down by decades of trail rides. There is some mud, but not enough to sink and there are some rocky areas that consist of flat river stones, nothing sharp.
Free picnic lunch for all . Reserve per person at registry so we have enough .
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 reserved at the time of online registration 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.
Farm petting zoo featuring goats, a mini donkey, mini horses, sheep , and cows . Our resident Geese will honk when you arrive .
Double DAB stables
5811 Welch Hill rd
Ripley, NY 14775
We can be found by GPS. Someone will direct you for parking . If you need help backing your trailer we have professionals on hand to assist you.
| Saturday | |
| 4:00pm | Gates Open |
| 5-6:30pm | Early Check In available |
| SUNDAY - Trail Challenge | |
| 9-9:45am | New arrival check in |
| 10:00am | Judge Meeting |
| 11:00am | Rider Meeting |
| 12:00pm | First riders out on the course |
| Lunch | after your ride |
| Judge | Shout Outs once all riders are in! |
| Awards | after Judge Shout Outs! |
| Stalls | |
| Sat Night Stall 12x12 covered | $20.00 |
| Sun Night Stall 12x12 covered | $20.00 |
| Sat Night 4 Panel outdoor pen | $15.00 |
| Sun Night 4 Panel outdoor pen | $15.00 |
| Dry Camping | |
| Sat Night Dry Camping | $10.00 |
| Sun Night Dry Camping | $10.00 |
| Bring Your Own Pen (BYOP) | |
| Fri Night BYOP per Equine | $0.00 |
| Sat Night BYOP per Equine | $0.00 |
| Meals | |
| Sunday Lunch per Person | $0.00 |