June 11, 2008

 The Barnes Ranch 2008 Versatility Ranch Horse Skill Building Program is under way

The Barnes Ranch 2008 Versatility Ranch Horse Skill Building Program is under way. The first part - Ranch Riding - is complete. The second part - Ranch Trail - has two practices remaining: June 6 & June 13. The practices are divided into two sessions. See our schedule below for session times, fees, and other dates.

This program is approved by the Rocky Mountain Quarter Horse Association (RMQHA). AQHA rules form the foundation of the clinics and practices. Any association or riding club that would like a similar skill building program developed and/or implemented based on their rules/regs, can contact us at www.barnesranch.com, gjbarnes111@msn.com, or 303-646-9855

Any rider participating in any of the RMQHA VRH events (listed in the RMQHA magazine or website - including any of the skill-building events) will be invited to the Silver Jubilee Invitational Competition on October 4 - 5 at Jefferson County Fairgrounds (Golden). Each rider/horse will be placed in the entry-level, intermediate, or advanced division to compete with other riders of similar skills.

For riders who enjoy the comraderie of being part of a team while learning this multi-skilled event in a step-by-step format, come join one of the RMQHA Entry-Level Teams:

Peak Riders with Gerrie & Jeff Barnes (Central and Southern Colorado) - gjbarnes111@msn.com

Tumbleweeds with Cody Crow (Northern & Western Colorado) - onyxover@aol.com

A little challenge between the teams for the high-scoring team average at the invitational competition includes beer and brownies along with 2008 bragging rights. To be eligible for the teams, either the rider, or the horse, or both can not have competed in the versatility ranch horse event; the rider/horse must attend at least one of the skill-building program events; and by the time of the invitational competition, the rider must be a member of RMQHA. Membership forms are available through the team leader, on the RMQHA website or magazine, or by contacting the office at 303-296-1143.

Check out our updated website at www.barnesranch.com for other events.

All breeds, skills, and ages AQHA rules apply

Clinics = 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Practices = Session #1 = 9 - 1 p.m.; Session 2 = 2 - 6 pm.

  • Ranch Riding & Ranch Conformation Clinic - April 19 - $79
    • Practice #1 - April 23 - $42
    • Practice #2 - May 10 - $42
  • Ranch Trail Clinic - May 24 - $89
    • Practice #1 - June 6 - $47
    • Practice #2 - June 13 - $47
  • Working Ranch Horse Clinic - June 28 & 29 (two days) = $199 + $25 cattle fee
    • Practice #1 - July 4 - cattle - $47 & $25 cattle fee
    • Practice #2 - July 26 - cattle + roping - $57 + $25 cattle fee
    • Practice #3 - July 27 - roping + cattle + reining - $57 + $25 cattle fee
  • Ranch Cutting Clinic - August 9 - $99 + $25 cattle fee
    • Practice #1 - August 16 - $47 + $25 cattle fee
    • Practice #2 - August 23 - $47 + $25 cattle fee
  • Mock Competition Clinic - September 13 (all day) - $89 + $25 cattle fee
  • Mock Competition - September 28 - $89 + $25 cattle fee

RMQHA Invitational VRH Competition - October 4 - 5 at Jefferson County Fairgrounds / Golden, CO - Fee - TBD

Facility Use & Rules

We are committed to providing a safe facility and a safe, enjoyable riding environment for participants and visitors. The "Facility Rules" are meant for your safety, the safety of others, and the safety of the horses. Thank you for abiding by them.

  • No Smoking anywhere on this facility.
  • Both visitors and participants must sign a release of liability form.
  • Wearing a safety helmet when riding is recommended. If you choose not to wear a safety helmet you must sign a safety helmet waiver form.
  • Wear clothing appropriate for working around horses including proper footwear.
  • Children must be attended and supervised at all times.
  • No loose pets.
  • Put all trash in covered, designated trash containers.
  • Pick up your horse's manure and deposit in appropriate tubs when possible.
  • Tie your horse to designated hitching posts or to your horse trailer and not to panels, stall doors, arena rails or in other locations.
  • Your safety and the safety of your horse are your responsibility.
  • No abusive or inhumane treatment of a horse or inhumane equipment as defined in the AQHA official handbook will be tolerated. We retain the right and discretion to immediately dismiss anyone from this facility.
  • This is a family-friendly environment. No inappropriate language, drugs, or unacceptable behavior will be tolerated. We discourage alcohol in conjunction with horse activities for safety reasons. We retain the right and discretion to immediately dismiss anyone from this facility.
  • Please bring any concerns, problems, or suggestions to the facility manager as soon as possible. Your safety, your horse's safety, and your enjoyment of this facility are important.

Travel Directions to Barnes Ranch: 13751 E. Cherry Creek Rd.

From the Denver area: Go to Franktown which is South of Parker or East of Castle Rock. Go South of Franktown on Hwy 83 past Cherry Creek Elementary School to Gillian St. Turn left and go to the "T" which is E. Cherry Creek Rd. Turn right and go past Jones Rd. to the 1st property on your right.

From the Kiowa/Elizabeth area: From Hwy. 86, turn south on CR 17-21. Go past CR 106 to the right-hand-only turn onto CR. 98. Turn right and go until the "T" at E. Cherry Creek Rd. Turn left and go past Jones Rd. to the 1st property on your right,

From the Colorado Springs area: Go North of Colorado Springs on Hwy 83 towards Franktown. Turn right at Palmer Divide Rd. (second flashing light). Follow this road for approximately 8 miles. The last 3 miles will have a series of "S" turns. Be sure to slow WAY down for those turns. Turn left at E. Cherry Creek Rd. Go two miles to our property on the left. If you pass Jones Rd. you have gone too far.

From I-25: Exit #163 (Palmer Lake/County Line Rd.). Go East on County Line Rd. to Hwy. 83. Cross Hwy. 83 and continue straight. The road name changes to Palmer Divide Rd. Follow this road for approximately 8 miles. The last 3 miles will have a series of "S" turns. Be sure to slow WAY down for those turns. Turn left at E. Cherry Creek Rd. Go two miles to our property on the left. If you pass Jones Rd. you have gone too far.

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