Our 2008 Poker Ride is dedicated to the memory of:DIANE HATCHELL

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 TRAIL CONDITIONS:  The Forest Grove Ranch Riders have worked very hard on the trail this year to make a fun, interesting and safe trail for riders and horses of all abilities.

The trail is just about three hours in length.  SHOES ARE REQUIRED for this ride.  You will travel on some rock road to get around some of the logging activity.  There are no water crossings this year.  We have installed culverts at the two main crossings and built some new trail to avoid a third.  You will still encounter some run off on the trail, but should not need to cross it. Some of the areas that have been mucky and wet in the past will be better for the work the crew put in to divert some of the natural springs.   You will encounter uphill and downhill terrain, though nothing that is a shear climb or drop off.

You will enjoy some beautiful veiws of Patton Valley as you come out of the trees on top of the ridge.  The forested areas are really scenic and pretty.   We consider this trail to be moderate in difficulty.   There will be places that may be a challenge for green riders.

Come and join us for the famous BBQ Saturday night.  We'll have breakfast and lunch items for you too!   How could you ask for more??  We hope to see you there!

For MapQuest or Yahoo Maps - use this address to locate this event:

55292 Cherry Grove Road - Gaston OR  97119

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