The first of two annual Watch Lake/Green Lake Gymkhanas takes place July 13 at the Green Lake gymkhana grounds, near Little Horse Lodge.
It features standard events, such as barrel racing, stake race, pole bending, key hole and a few novelty races for age divisions – peewee, junior, intermediate and senior.
Events start at noon and rider registration is at 10:30 a.m. Competitors ride for ribbons and prize money, and there will be aggregate winners determined in each division. Points carry over to the Aug. 10 gymkhana in the race for overall aggregate prizes.
Bring along a lawn chair and sit in the shade of the aspen trees or find a premium seat on the bleachers. A full concession stand and refreshment garden will be in operation.
The gymkhanas are hosted by the Watch Lake/North Green Lake Community Association and have been a summer highlight for locals and visitors in the community for more than 50 years.
Says spokesperson Dimps Horn: “It's such a beautiful gymkhana ground and nice event for people to come to.”
Gate admission for all ages is $2.