2011 Fun Show

  • May 2, 2011
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Stick Horse RaceThe Murray County Saddle Club is hosting the 2011 Fun Show in Chatsworth, Georgia on April 1, May 6, June 3, August 5, September 2, and October 7, 2011. Each of these shows will have a variety of fun horse races to watch. The gates open at 5 PM and the races begin at 7 PM. Here is a list of the races that will be run at each of the events:

Stick Horse Race
Walk/Trot (ages 12 and under)
Open Walk/Trot
Panty Race
Catalog Race
Tunnel Race
Tater Race
Flag Race
Youth Poles (ages 16 and under)
Open Poles
Youth Barrels (ages 16 and under)
Open Barrels
Texas Barrels
Buddy Pick Up
Youth Arena Race (ages 16 and under)
Open Arena Race

Gate admission is $3.00. Everyone with a paid admission will receive a ticket for a drawing that will take place some time during the event. The lucky winner will receive $15 and must be present to win.

If you are interested in riding in the show, the Stick Horse Race is FREE and all other classes are $3 per entry. For more information, call 706-537-3174 or 706-537-1863.

The Murray County Saddle Club grounds are located at:
560 Highway 52 East
Chatsworth, GA

Horse Camping at Fort Mountain

  • March 14, 2011
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HorsesPlan an equestrian weekend at Fort Mountain State Park in Chatsworth, GA. Not only are there 25 miles of trails to ride on, there is an area now available where you can camp overnight with your horse. There is primitive camping available with a fire ring, a pit toilet, camper shell with bunks for sleeping bags, and a hitching post. Tents are permitted in the immediate shelter area. There is no electric or water hookups. You can only reach the camping area by hiking or riding in.

Check In/Check Out time is 1 PM. For more information and to make reservations, call 706-422-1932.

Fort Mountain State Park is located at:
181 Fort Mountain Park Rd.
Chatsworth, Georgia