April 16, 2012 | 
Author Spring Fling Ride
Spring is a great time to ride in Texas
Join us on April 21st for our Spring Fling ride.
When: Saturday, April 21
Where: Highland Park Trailhead
Time: Arrive at 9:30am, Ride out at 10am
Bring a sack lunch and a chair and join fellow members at the trailhead around 1pm for lunch.
It looks like a beautiful weekend, but just in case TTPA needs to cancel the ride, please check
the web site before you haul.
ACTHA Competitive Trail Challenge
What: Six miles of trail with obstacles
Where: Brockdale Park Trailhead, Lucas TX
Who: Anyone who likes to have fun with their horse
When: Sunday 27 May 2012
Great Prizes for 1st – 6th Place
Open & Pleasure divisions eligible for jackpot ($20 per open rider)
Divisions: Open * Pleasure * Junior
All participants must register online to participate
Limited to the first 100 riders
Benefiting Trinity Trail Preservation Association (501c3 non-profit)
St Patrick’s Day Trail Ride – Sat 17 March 2012
Update Sat Morning: Ride is ON! Only a few sprinkles here. North Brockdale trail is good. South trail is still a bit muddy but ride-able. Join the fun!
Date: March 17, 2012
Time: Arrive 1:30pm and Ride Out at 2:00pm
Location: Brockdale Trailhead, Lucas
Food: Kurt and Shelly Van Doran are cooking! Dinner ready between 5 and 5:30pm
*** IMPORTANT ***
Please RSVP via email to Shelley at dixiebug@sbcglobal.net for dinner if you are coming.
Shelley and Kurt need to know how much food to prepare !
Minimum of $5 donation for food please.
Remember your Coggins and bring a chair.
I hate to add this, but please look for an email on Friday or check the TTPA web site before coming.
More rain is predicted and we may have to cancel the ride if the trails are too muddy.
We are planning our annual January Chili Ride!
DATE: Saturday, January 21, 2012
TIME: Ride out at 2pm
LOCATION: Brockdale Park Trailhead
Sharon Berryman has agreed to cook her excellent Chili for us – this is always a fun ride because as you return from riding, the wonderful smell of chili cooking hits your nose. Chili will be ready between 5 and 5:30pm, and hopefully the Corps will let us have a bonfire to keep warm.
Remember to bring your current Coggins test results for each horse, a chair to sit on, and dress warmly, because it’s usually chilly in the evening, or is that chili ? !
If you are coming, please RSVP via email to Sherry Berryman so we know how much chili to make!
The TTPA 2011 Christmas Party is scheduled for Friday, December 2, 2011. We have made reservations for 60 at the Plano Outback Steakhouse, but if you plan to attend, you should call in YOUR reservation details so they can be sure that 60 is enough. Here are the details:
TTPA Christmas Party
Friday December 2nd, 2011
6:30pm – 11:00pm
Outback Steakhouse
509 N. Central Expressway, Plano, TX
(just north of 15th Street on the southbound Access Road of Central Expressway, aka US 75)
(972) 516-4100
Menu
Special: 6oz. Centercut sirloin.
Temp of Steak (choice): Rare, medium-rare, medium, medium-well, well done
Chicken on the Barbie: special BBQ sauce
Atlantic Salmon: 7 oz. Seasoned and grilled salmon fillet
All entrees are served with your choice of two sides OR a side and a soup/salad.
Choice of House Salad, Caesar Salad or cup of Potato Soup
Dressings: Ranch, Blue Cheese, Honey Mustard, Mustard Vinaigrette, Tangy Tomato or 1000 Island
And Choice of:
Baked Potato, steamed vegetables, green beans, garlic mashed potatoes
Dessert:
Cheesecake with chocolate or raspberry sauce or carrot cake
According to Jamie (Manager at Outback): The kids menu will be accepted! Kid’s Menu prices start at $4.99
Please call them and tell them:
- TTPA Christmas Party
- Your Name
- The number of people in your party
The cost will be $15.00 per person + $1.00 for desert. Tax and 18% Gratuity is NOT included. All checks will be separate and alcohol is not included in the price of the meal.
We will be having a Gift Exchange, so if you would like to participate, please bring a pre-wrapped gift valued at $20.
This would be the perfect opportunity to pay your Dues for 2012, so bring your checkbook as well. In addition to supporting the TTPA projects, membership in the TTPA also includes a monthly newsletter, details about area rides, and FREE CareFlite insurance. Check out our FAQ for more information
TTPA Halloween Fun Day and Parade- Sat 29 Oct 2011
Kids and Costumes are great fun!
Dig out your costumes for you and your horse, its time for some Halloween fun!
Saddle up and attend the combined TTPA and City of Lucas events Saturday October 29, 2011.
TTPA will celebrate a Halloween Fun Day in conjunction with the City of Lucas Founders Day Parade and Fall Fest.
Join fellow horse riders for some Halloween Fun. TTPA will ride in the Lucas Founders Day Parade (in costumes) and then we will have a trail ride at Brockdale Park for the truly hardcore who want to ride more.
TTPA will hold a horse and rider costume contest starting at 10 AM in the parking area behind Lucas City Hall. Create your best horse & rider costume and have a chance at winning prizes from both TTPA and the City
TTPA Costume Contest Divisions are: Youth, Adult and we will have special awards at the judges discretion for other divisions (could be things like most authentic, most original, most comic, etc)
Here are the details:
When: 29 October – Saturday
Where: Meet at Lucas City Hall and Pavilion, 665 Country Club Road, Lucas TX – This is the NEW Lucas city hall building.
Time:
10 AM TTPA Costume Judging-Young, Adult, Judges Special Awards
11 AM Parade Lineup
12 AM Founders Day Parade
1-4 PM Complimentary burgers, hot dogs, chips and drinks
Stick Horse Rodeo
Bounce Houses and Local Community Booths
Pony Riders & Petting Zoo
2:30 PM Trailride at Highland Park
4-5 PM Trunk or Treat Halloween Tailgate Event
Treats for all and Prizes for Best Costumes
Bring your spooked out vehicle
After the parade we will go to Brockdale Park Trail head and do a ride or just hang out and visit.
This should be a fun day for everyone.
Important Upcoming TTPA Events – Fall 2011
Mark your calendars for the upcoming TTPA Events
1. ACTHA Ride at Brockdale on 8 Oct
2. TTPA Workday at Brockdale on 15 Oct
3. TTPA Halloween Ride with Lucas Founders Day Parade. Wear a costume and ride in a fun parade in Lucas Texas. Parade and costume contest is 29 Oct by Lucas City Hall. There will be a ride afterwards at Brockdale.
4. TTPA Christmas Party – 2 Dec at Outback Steak house in Plano, TX.
See you all soon. Support the trail and get to know other volunteers.
ACTHA Obstacle Ride at Brockdale Park on Sat 8 Oct 2011
Attention all trailriders! Join fellow trail riders in an ACTHA competition at Brockdale Park trail head on Saturday 8 Oct. The competition is being hosted in conjunction with Grace Lake Ministries Therapeutic Horsemanship. You can register online at www.actha.us or on the day of the ride at the trail head until 8:45 AM.
Here’s a list of the obstacles (not necessarily in order).
1. Tarp
2. Vine Simulation
3. Slicker
4. Drag
5. Water (or mailbox – depends on conditions)
6. Back around barrels
Come on out and join in the fun.
TTPA Obstacle Competition
Beautiful Buckskin horse on Obstacle Course
The Obstacle Competition will take place on the trail beginning at the East Fork trail head in Wylie, TX on Saturday, September 17, 2011.
Registration will open at 8 AM and close at 9:30 AM. No registrations will be accepted at 9:30 AM. A participants meeting will be held at 10:00 AM.
Registration Form (Word Document)
Sat., Sept 17th 2011 (Rain Date Sept. 24)
East Fork Trailhead, Wylie, TX
Registration 8-9:30 AM
Participants Meeting 10 AM
Pre-Registration TTPA Members – $20.00
At the Gate for TTPA Members – $25.00 (closes 9:30)
Pre-Registration Non-Members – $30.00
At the Gate for Non-Members – $35.00 (closes 9:30)
Equestrian camping available at adjacent East Fork Campground
www.recreation.gov Sites:horse sites Near:Wylie State:TX Park Name: East Fork
Divisions:
Pleasure-Adult
Pleasure-Youth (16 yrs and younger)
Advanced-Adult
Advanced-Youth (16 yrs and younger)
Ribbons for First-Sixth Place, Prizes for First-Third Place
Concession Stand
Mail registration form with check payable to TTPA by Sept 13
To: Kris McFarland
1512 Evergreen Drive
Allen, TX 75002
For further information contact Tracy Matern at 214- 495-7493
or 214-392-2288 or e-mail bobtracy@dfwair.net
• All Contestants should wear a helmet, or sign a waiver.
• Under the age of 16 yrs. must wear a helmet.
• 16 yrs. and under must be accompanied by an adult.
• Must have negative Coggins.
• Please no dogs
Directions to East Fork Trail Head in Wylie, TX
To get to East Fork Trail Head from US 75:
Take the Parker Road exit and go east.
When it T’s into FM 1378, turn right,
go to the next stoplight and then turn left onto Parker Road again.
Follow the directions below.
From Lucas:
Take FM 1378 south to Parker Road:
Turn left (east) on Parker Road (aka FM 2514) and follow it past Dr. Kerin’s (Parker Road Veterinary) office.
Turn left on Paul Wilson Road by the cabinet shop and the Wylie Veterinary Hospital. This becomes CR 384.
Follow CR 384 (may change street name) around to the trail head on the left, marked by the white pipe fence.
From north and east of Wylie on TX 78:
Come south on TX 78,
shortly after the Wylie Municipal Complex and the new Wal-Mart,
turn right (west) on Eubanks Lane (CR 389).
When the road forks, bear right on Forrest Ross Road (CR 389)
When it T’s, turn left on Skyview Drive (CR 384) and
then shortly turn right into the East Fork trail head which is bounded by a white pipe fence.
Equestrian Campground Information
The trailhead is adjacent to the East Fork Equestrian Campground. Register early to get one of 11 pull-through, large rig spaces each with water, electric and two pens. This facility includes bathrooms, showers and a pavilion and is a short ride to the trailhead. This is the only full-service equestrian campground within 50 miles. Register at www.recreation.gov and use the following: Sites: horse sites Near: Wylie State:TX Park Name: East Fork. Early registration is advised as sometimes the horse sites are used for overflow from the regular park. Stay over after the event and enjoy our 26 miles of trail.
Looking for something fun to do with your horse this weekend?
Grace Lake Ministries Therapeutic Horsemanship
Beat the heat and bring your horse to the Obstacle Course Fundraiser to benefit Grace Lake Therapeutic Horsemanship. This promises to be fun for both you and your horse. This is not a competition, but a learning and training experience to enjoy with no pressure.
When: Saturday, June 18, 2011
Time: 9 AM to 1 PM
What: 20+ Challenging Obstacles & a Tack Sale
Location: Cowboy Church of Collin County, 2800 FM 3364, Princeton, TX
Cost: $25 Entry Fee (Additional Donations Welcomed)
Special Feature: In addition to an exciting obstacle course, Mustang Trainer Jerry Jones will be providing an obstacle training demonstration using newly trained mustangs at approximately 12 noon.
Negative Coggins Required
Lunch Included
RSVP to Suzanne Creel at 972-548-2016 or 205-807-2681
All donations are tax deductible and benefit Grace Lake Ministries a 501c3 that provides a Christ-centered NARHA therapeutic horsemanship program in the Anna/Blue Ridge area.
Directions to Cowboy Church of Collin County From 75:
Exit on Bethany Drive in Allen and go east.
Take Bethany Drive through Allen into Lucas (about 5 miles).
Continue straight through on Bethany Road, the road changes its name to East Lucas Road and intersects with FM 1378.
Go through the traffic light straight on Lucas Road.
In about ½ mile, when the road makes a sharp curve, you will see the Lucas Food Mart and Fina station on your left and a traffic light.
Turn left here at stop light on FM 3286 (aka Lucas Road) .
Go across two bridges and continue on Lucas Road until the road tees into FM 928. Turn left (north) and to until FM 3364 (there is a gas station on right corner). Turn right onto FM 3364 and go about 1/2 mile and you’ll see Cowboy Church of Collin County. This is the location of the obstacle course.
Note: This is not an official TTPA event, but it is a horse event with many TTPA members attending.
