A Good Time For A Good Cause
 

 ABOUT MEMBERSHIP

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BECOME A MEMBER

Rancher’s Ride membership is by invitation only, so that puts all the responsibility on current members to propose and sponsor potential new members. Active members are encouraged to think about which of their friends or colleagues would truly enjoy the ride. However, as a sponsor, a member must be willing to take responsibility for all actions of their “rookie”. Members may sponsor or co-sponsor only ONE applicant per year and must participate in the ride as a mentor to their “rookie.”

MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES

  • All Riders and Guests Responsible for Own Accommodations either in Camp or Off Site

  • No Riders or Guests under 25

  • No Dogs

  • No Stallions

  • Western Wear is required while riding on the trails

  • No Refunds

  • Annual Payment of $75 for Membership Dues

2026 Ranchers Ride Ladies - Photo by Greg Valk Photography

 

Sponsor Responsibilities

Sponsoring New MembERS

Sponsoring a new member for the Rancher's Ride comes with the honor of hosting them and introducing them to the western traditions and fun we have on The Ride.  We wanted everyone to be safe and have a good time.  When sponsoring a rookie for membership, please be aware that:

  • The potential rookie needs to fill out and submit a complete application by the due date on the application

  • Rookies are required to pay all applicable fees

  • Rookies are required to ride horseback for two years before being considered for membership

  • As a sponsor you are responsible for the rookie during the ride, including where to park, and showing up for their rookie shifts

  • You are expected to fill in for your rookie if they do not show up for their rookie shifts

  • As a sponsor you are expected to ride with your rookie  

Sponsoring Guests

  • Guests are people who do not Ride but otherwise enjoy The Rancher's Ride by sharing meals with the riders, dancing, and attending the silent and live auction

  • Guests are responsible for paying all applicable fees (equivalent to the trek fee) by the due date if staying for more than one night.  Day guests are to pay the applicable one day fee

  • As a sponsor you are responsible for your guest, including where to park

 

FIRST YEAR APPLICANTS

 

CURRENT MEMBERS & PARTY GUEST’S

Return the 1st YEAR APPLICATION (Printable ) in entirety, endorsed by two active members planning to participate in the annual ride, along with the Ride Release Form, to admin@ranchersride.org or via USPS to the address below.

New Member Rider Trek Fee – $400*

New Member Non Rider Trek Fee $325*

  • *Fee includes all meals, open bar and live bands  

  • To Pay online, Scroll down to the “Register Here” button below and follow the prompts to make payment online.

  • Click on the Ride Release Form and follow the prompts

  • To Pay with check or give cc info – PAYMENT FORM (email payment form to admin@ranchersride.org only if paying by check or submitting your cc on paper!)

  • New Member Application, Ride Release Form, and fees are due March 22, 2027

  • $100 late fee after March 22, 2027

Current Coggins Certificate for Horse(s) Being Ridden

  • Must be presented at check-in at Welcome Hall

  • Horses without proper papers will not be admitted

  • Please email, current Coggins information to admin@ranchersride.org

Attendance Guidelines

Ride Release Form
 

Membership Dues - $75 | Due by January 1, or late fees will apply

Member Trek Fee – $325*

  • Due April 6, 2027 | $100 late fee after April 6, 2027

  • Party guest(s) fees are due on April 12, 2027 | $25 late fee after April 12, 2027

    • $75 per person, per night

  • WEEKEND GUEST APPLICATION/RESERVATION FORM (Printable ) email to admin@ranchersride.org

  • WEEKEND GUEST MUST COMPLETE A RIDE RELEASE PRIOR TO THE RIDE OR AT CHECK IN

  • Annual trek registration will be emailed to all members

  • PAYMENT FORM (use this form only if paying by Check or submitting credit card on paper)

  • Pay Online, Scroll down to the “Register Here” button below and follow the prompts to make payment (you do not need to email a payment form if you paid online).

  • RIDE RELEASE FORM

  • Includes all meals, open bar, and live bands

  • Rider and guest(s) are responsible for accommodations

  • Western Wear | No Dogs | No Stallions

Current Coggins Certificate for Horse(s) Being Ridden

  • Must be presented at check-in at Welcome Hall

  • Horses without proper papers will not be admitted

  • Please email current Coggins information to admin@ranchersride.org

Register Here
 

CHECKS PAYABLE TO:

Rancher’s Ride, Inc
12861 CR 307
Navasota, TX 77868