2020 Equine Events
Alpenglow will be attending the following events in Steamboat this summer
Snow Melt Horse Shows
Routt CO Fairgrounds
Morning western equitation classes for walk, jog, lope western riders.
Hunter/Jumper show for English riders, there are classes from walk/trot through 3ft divisions. Riders compete in equitation classes judged on rider form and ability to control horse as well as under saddle classes where the horse is judged. Riders are required to bathe horses Friday June 7 in preparation for the show. Riders expected to be at Fairgrounds from 7am-4pm for the show day.
Spring Cayuse Classic
Sidney Peak Ranch
Hunter/Jumper and Western Show for all level riders. Riders all compete in Equitation classes where they are judged on their ability to ride the horse well, as well as their form. Riders are required to bathe horses Friday June 28th.
Gymkhana
Thursday nights: 5pm to 9:30pm – at the Romick Rodeo Arena in Town
Gymkhana means “western games” and is a fun community event every Thursday night at the rodeo arena. Riders compete in speed classes for barrel racing, pole pending, and the stakes race. All levels can compete and will ride against peers in their age group. Riders should expect to be at the Rodeo Arena from 5pm-9:30pm depending on how busy the night is. There is an option to share horses at this event with Sam’s approval.
Routt County Fair Show
Routt CO Fairgrounds
Hunter/Jumper and Western Show for all level riders. Riders all compete in Equitation classes where they are judged on their ability to ride the horse well, as well as their form. There are additional reining, trail, and other versatility classes available to western riders. Riders are expected to bathe their horse the day before the show and should expect long days during the show. Riders will likely only compete on 1 of the 3 days of the show.