Ride Coordinator

You are invited to participate in this legendary ride
that keeps the historical tradition of Western
Oklahoma alive and vibrant. If this is your first
time, expect a very structured and social event
bonding horse, rider and nature. Our great
volunteers bring guests comfort, great food,
entertainment, and work to continually expand our
trail system across the Gypsum Hills of Roman
Nose Canyon.

In 1999, the late Byron Wolfe, approached me
about continuing his efforts promoting equestrian
use at Roman Nose State Park. He sponsored a
several charitable trail rides on his property
adjacent to Roman Nose State Park with various
success, but always had a shortage of volunteers.
As a Board member of the Watonga Hospital
Foundation, he asked me to chair his efforts in
creating this charitable event to benefit the
hospital.

Over the 17 events, we have grown in size,
reputation and profit. Ride proceeds have greatly
improved the patient care and operations in our
rural healthcare system.

We have made great gains expanding our scenic
trails and are utilizing once restricted areas to
access "Inspiration Point." This panoramic view of
the areas mesa tops and lake system is the best
view in northwest Oklahoma and came about after
working closely with Oklahoma State Department
of Tourism and Parks.

Most trails are dirt base but we are now riding
more on gypsum rock ledges and encourage
shoes on horses unless your horses are
barefoot conditioned. We encourage helmet
usage for riders. Our last event went without
injury requiring treatment. But we have had to
call in ambulance and medical helicopters
before. We carry liability coverage for the
Foundation only and are not responsible for
medical expenses incurred.

Feel free to contact me by email or using our
statewide toll free number 1-877-782-2395.
We ask for pre-registration for meal count
purposes only. All fees are paid at registration.
Our registration fee is very reasonable for 3
days of food and riding, $50. Non riders buy a
$25 meal ticket and enjoy the relaxation.
A-Frame rentals are limited.

On behalf of the patients and staff at Watonga
Hospital, and for the continued success of this
long running trail ride, THANK YOU, for your
consideration.