Posted in August 30th, 2012
News about the Ray Roberts Trail If you love riding the equestrian trails at Lake Ray Roberts and would like to see the trail between the dam and 428 repaired and reopened, there is a very simple and fun way you can help. On Saturday, September 29, 2012, the Greenbelt Alliance of Denton County, together [...]
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Posted in April 9th, 2012
TTPA Hosting ACTHA Competition at Brockdale 27 May 2012 TTPA is doing a new fundraiser this year, we are hosting a ACTHA ride at Brockdale Trailhead. ACTHA stands for the American Competitive Trail Horse Association and it is an organization that promotes trail riding. Organizations can host rides to get a percentage of the profits. [...]
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Posted in August 7th, 2011
Join Us at the TTPA Obstacle Competition on 17 Sept 2011 The Trinity Trail Preservation Association (TTPA) is sponsoring an Equestrian Obstacle Competition for fun on 17 Sept 2011 at the East Fork Trail head. Registration will open at 8 AM and close at 9:30 AM. No registrations will be accepted at 9:30 AM. A [...]
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Posted in June 16th, 2011
If you’ve never done an obstacle course with your horse before, you need to come out to Princeton this Saturday and join us at the Obstacle Course Fundraiser to benefit Grace Lake Therapeutic Horsemanship. This event promises to be fun for both you and your horse. This is not a competition, but a learning and [...]
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Posted in May 2nd, 2011
TTPA has two scheduled events for the month of May 2011. Workday Date: May 14 Location: Brockdale Park Trail Head Meet: 9:00 AM Bring water, clippers, and gloves. Trail Ride Date: May 21 Location: Brockdale Park Trail Head Arrive: 9:00 AM Rideout: 9:30 AM This is an informal trail ride with no organized lunch. After [...]
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Posted in February 21st, 2011
The weather cooperated in style and trail riders from throughout driving distance gathered at the Brockdale Trail head for the TTPA February 19th Trail Ride and a Dutch Oven Cooking lunch. Kurt and Shelley Van Doran treated the riders to an authentic Dutch oven cooked stew and pies for dessert. Jana whipped up some of [...]
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Posted in November 4th, 2010
The TTPA Halloween Events were a great success. The day started with an incredible turnout for the Lucas Founders Day parade. Over 50 horses and riders participated in the parade representing the horse community in the surrounding area. Following the parade, riders and horses moved to Brockdale Park Trailhead for a costume contest and trail [...]
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Posted in September 21st, 2010
Mark your calendars. Oct 30th is going to be a BIG day. TTPA will be hosting its annual Halloween Costume Contest (at 3 PM) followed by a trail ride at Brockdale Park. There is also a parade in Lucas that starts at 1 PM that is inviting horses to participate. You can wear your costume [...]
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Posted in September 5th, 2010
TTPA members are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Jeffrey and Heather Monroe and encourage everyone who can to attend this trail ride on 16 October 2010. While this is not a TTPA event, the Monroe Family has been a big supporter of trail riding and the TTPA. You can RSVP for the ride [...]
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Posted in October 11th, 2009
Halloween Trail Ride Mark Saturday Oct 31, 2009 on your calendar now and start thinking about a horse costume. The TTPA will hold its annual Halloween Trail Ride with a Hamburger lunch. We’ll meet at Brockdale Park in Lucas, Tx at 9:30. We’ll ride out at 10 AM. We’ll plan to ride in Costume. If [...]
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Posted in August 20th, 2009
Horses and Acrobats Performing at Southfork Ranch in Parker Texas Artania is a Russian acrobatic/equestrian troupe. They are now performing at Southfork Ranch in Parker and are doing performances on Thurs thru Sundays starting this weekend. Tickets are normally $35, but this weekend and next they are offering a $10 discountfor them. Awesome horses and [...]
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Posted in June 21st, 2009
Mark July 18th on your calendar for a summertime horsey campout at Eastfork Campgound in Wylie. We’ll have a potluck dinner and an educational presentation by Dr Kerin on horse health. Sunday morning we’ll have a pancake breakfast. We’ll be trail riding and socializing with horsey folks. Join us if you can. A fun time [...]
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Posted in January 14th, 2009
Ready to meet fellow TTPA members and do a good deed? Join us Saturday, January 24 at the Collin Park Trail Head to help do maintenance on Trinity Trail. Interested parties should arrive at 9 AM. Charlie Gaines, TTPA Trail Stewart, is the point of contact. You can reach him at 972-442-6454. Don’t be shy. [...]
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Posted in December 11th, 2008
2008 Christmas Parades Holiday time is parade time in Texas. Horses add excitment and fun to a parade and riding in a parade is a great way to carry on our western heritage. Tracy Matern sent me some information on upcoming 2008 Christmas Parades where they are looking for horse and rider participation. I wanted [...]
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Posted in December 9th, 2008
The Trinity Trail Preservation Association (TTPA) will sponsor a trail ride and Chili Cookout, Saturday, January 10 at the Brockdale Park trailhead in Lucas, Texas, weather permitting. Arrive trailhead at 2:00 PM. Ride out at 2:30 PM. Bring cornbread to share and a lawn chair. TTPA will be providing a bonfire, beverages, and cooking chili. [...]
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