June Rides 2025
Register for the events by clicking the link
June 6-8 Spring work weekend
Work Weekend may be cancelled due to weather concerns)
Any club member or guest rider considering joining the horse trail riding club can come participate. Check it out and join in the fun of trail cleaning and riding. Learn the trails and consider becoming a trail leader.
Work Weekend Camping is at the Spring Campground
2025 Work Weekends are Friday afternoon arrival and Sunday afternoon departure
First Work Weekend
June 6 - June 8
Second Work Weekend
June 20 - June 22
Third Work Weekend
July 4 - July 6
Fourth Wiarton Work Weekend and Sunday Potluck
July 18 to July 20
Be prepared to do some walking to clear trails of rocks and fallen trees.
What to Bring: Pack nippers and saws for clearing trails. Pack hay and water for your horse as well as food and supplies for yourself. Outdoor washroom provided. Parking and overnight camping is across from the 5 Day Ride site. Day starts 9:30-10:00. Please remember that these are Work Weekends.
For more information saddleclubchesley@gmail.com
committee lead is Ron Karr . phone 519-381-1908/ email: rjkarr55@gmail.com or any trail committee member.
June 13-16 Dufferin Forest/Mansfield
Camp for the weekend or come for a day ride.
Earliest arrival time is Friday noon onwards to set up camp and join friends around the campfire.
Please email or message Donna to ask questions.
There is a lot of room for big trailers & highlines and lots of room to be able to turn rigs on a flat surface. Porta potty is available. Dogs must be leashed. A fire pit is available.
Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts.
Directions: From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Helmet Rule:
- Dufferin Forest is managed by the county of Dufferin and it has its own rules of use that are above the Chesley Saddle Club Rules.
- Safety 11. All persons mountain biking, horseback riding, or snowmobiling in the Dufferin County Forest must wear an appropriate helmet.
To view all the forest By Laws please go to https://www.dufferincounty.ca/sites/default/files/forest/Forest%20By-Law%20-%20Consolidated%20Version.pdf
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0
-*GPS may say Mulmer*
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close the green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
June 27-30 Dufferin Forest/Mansfield
Camp for the weekend or come for a day ride. Earliest arrival time is Friday noon onwards to set up camp and join friends around the campfire.
Please email or message Penny to ask questions.
There is a lot of room for big trailers & highlines and lots of room to be able to turn rigs on a flat surface. Porta potty is available. Dogs must be leashed. A fire pit is available.
Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts. Directions: From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Helmet Rule:
- Dufferin Forest is managed by the county of Dufferin and it has its own rules of use that are above the Chesley Saddle Club Rules.
- Safety 11. All persons mountain biking, horseback riding, or snowmobiling in the Dufferin County Forest must wear an appropriate helmet.
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0 -
*GPS may say Mulmer*
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close the green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
July Rides 2025
July 4-6 Wiarton Work Weekend
July 18-20 Wiarton Work weekend #4 with Potluck
July 25-28 OTRA/CSC Dufferin Forest/Mansfield Ride
OTRA/CSC Dufferin Forest/Mansfield Ride
Camp for the weekend or come for a day ride.
Earliest arrival time is Friday noon onwards to set up camp and join friends around the campfire.
Please email or message Cheryl Doyle to ask questions.
There is a lot of room for big trailers & highlines and lots of room to be able to turn rigs on a flat surface. Porta potty is available. Dogs must be leashed. A fire pit is available.
Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts.
From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Helmet Rule:
- Dufferin Forest is managed by the county of Dufferin and it has its own rules of use that are above the Chesley Saddle Club Rules.
- Safety 11. All persons mountain biking, horseback riding, or snowmobiling in the Dufferin County Forest must wear an appropriate helmet.
To view all the forest By Laws please go to
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0
-*GPS may say Mulmer*
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close the green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
July 30-Aug 3 Wiarton 5 day
Registration Deadline For the 5 Day Ride is July 15,2025
Registration and Payment must be received by midnight July 15 to attend. No Late Registrations will be accepted.
August Rides 2025
August 16 -18 St Mary's
Address of ride:
16733 Story Drive
Thorndale, ON
Host Ron and Joan Karr
contact information:
phone: 519-381-1908
email: karrcsc@gmail.com
Trail Description: Moderate Challenge with some hills and river crossing.
Pack levelling blocks for trailers.
September Rides 2025
September 12-15 OTRA/CSC Dufferin Forest/Mansfield Ride
This is a joint ride for CSC and OTRA.
Camp for the weekend or come for a day ride.
Earliest arrival time is Friday noon onwards to set up camp and join friends around the campfire.
Please email or message Donna to ask questions.
There is a lot of room for big trailers & highlines and lots of room to be able to turn rigs on a flat surface. Porta potty is available. Dogs must be leashed. A fire pit is available.
Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts.
From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Helmet Rule:
- Dufferin Forest is managed by the county of Dufferin and it has its own rules of use that are above the Chesley Saddle Club Rules.
- Safety 11. All persons mountain biking, horseback riding, or snowmobiling in the Dufferin County Forest must wear an appropriate helmet.
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0
-*GPS may say Mulmer*
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close the green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
Sept 19-22 2025
OTRA/CSC Dufferin Forest/Mansfield Ride
This is a joint ride for CSC and OTRA.
Camp for the weekend or come for a day ride.
Earliest arrival time is Friday noon onwards to set up camp and join friends around the campfire.
Please email or message Donna to ask questions.
There is a lot of room for big trailers & highlines and lots of room to be able to turn rigs on a flat surface. Porta potty is available. Dogs must be leashed. A fire pit is available.
Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts.
From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Helmet Rule:
- Dufferin Forest is managed by the county of Dufferin and it has its own rules of use that are above the Chesley Saddle Club Rules.
- Safety 11. All persons mountain biking, horseback riding, or snowmobiling in the Dufferin County Forest must wear an appropriate helmet.
To view all the forest By Laws please go to
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0
-*GPS may say Mulmer*
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close the green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
G2G Bridge Ride 27-29 2025
See the Poster below.
September G2G Bridge Event 2025
What is G2G Rail Trail
September 27-29 G2G Horseback, Buggy and Carriage Ride
A registered charity with the purpose of maintaining and advocating for trails along Southwestern Ontario's historical transportation route.
September 27-29 G2G Horseback, Buggy and Carriage Ride
September 27-29 G2G Horseback, Buggy and Carriage Ride
Starting at the Threshers park by the arena, riders and drivers will ride the "rail trail" to Auburn River Retreat Campground for a self packed lunch or treat yourself from the food truck. Following the lunch break, we return ride to Threshers park.
Camp with your horse and get a free Poker Hand
Horse camping will be available at the Blyth Campground. This campground has hookups, dumping station, electricity and bath houses.
The town of Blyth has all you need to pick up forgotten items.
Evening Fun
Want to volunteer your support?
Follow up a great day of riding with live entertainment, bon-fire, raffle and silent auction.
Want to volunteer your support?
Want to volunteer your support?
Want to volunteer your support?
Volunteering is a great way to get to know people while paying it forward. Consider joining us to support this great cause.
email Ruth Uyl at saddleclubchesley@gmail.com
We're not done yet!
Want to volunteer your support?
Want to volunteer your support?
Stay tuned for more details to come.
May Rides 2025
MAY 10-13 DUFFERIN FOREST/ MANSFIELD
Camp for the weekend or come for a day ride. Earliest arrival time is Friday noon onwards to set up camp and join friends around the campfire.
Please email or message ******* to ask questions.
There is a lot of room for big trailers & highlines and lots of room to be able to turn rigs on a flat surface. Water for horses and porta potty is available. Dogs must be leashed. A fire pit is available.
Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts.
Directions: From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Helmet Rule:
- Dufferin Forest is managed by the county of Dufferin and it has its own rules of use that are above the Chesley Saddle Club Rules.
- Safety 11. All persons mountain biking, horseback riding, or snowmobiling in the Dufferin County Forest must wear an appropriate helmet.
To view all the forest By Laws please go to
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0
-*GPS may say Mulmer*
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close the green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
May 17-20 Second Dufferin Forest/Mansfield
Jointly hosted by CSC and OTRA
See information posted above for details.
Past rides 2024
July 11 - 14 Saugeen Bluffs Campground
This weekend is hosted by CSC and OTRA. Horse sights have water taps and two corrals. Sites do not have electricity or sewer hookups.
Beautiful river scenery , hardwood forests and steep hills. Trails range from easy to challenging. There is an outdoor sand arena to ride in and play equine games in. Bath house, laundry, playground and splash pad available. Paisley village is only 5 minutes away with a grocery, bakery and liquor/beer store. A hardware with horse feed and supplies is just outside of town. Port Elgin is 20 minutes aware on Lake Huron and has a beautiful beach.
Participants must reserve their campsite through the Saugeen Bluffs Campground Campsite individually at: https://www.saugeenconservation.ca
Hosted by Sharon Adler iaaeesmail@gmail.comCamp
August 30- September 1 Collingwood
Apple Orchards/ Hardwoods/ Pine and Scenic View of the Blue Mountain.
Easy footing for horses with small hills.
Some outdoor obstacle training items. Indoor arena with obstacle training items.
Some pens available and highlining available.
Level ground for trailers
Address: Stonehaven Quarter Horses
2623 Concession 10 North Nottawasaga Road,
Collingwood, Ontario
Host Chuck Ornstein
705-445-3524 (house phone)
September Rides 2024
September 5 - 8
Possible Ride Algonquin Trails
Details to come
Sharon may be organizing. izzeesmail@gmail.com
September 12-15 Dufferin Forest/Mansfield Ride
This is a joint ride for CSC and OTRA.
Camp for the weekend or come for a day ride.
Earliest arrival time is Friday noon onwards to set up camp and join friends around the campfire.
Please email or message Sharon Adler to ask questions.
There is a lot of room for big trailers & highlines and lots of room to be able to turn rigs on a flat surface. Water for horses and porta potty is available. Dogs must be leashed. A fire pit is available.
Sandy footing, forest trails, steep parts.
From Highway 89, go north on Airport Road. The camp is on the east side of the road, just north of the Mansfield Outdoor Center at the former Youth Correctional Site.
Helmet Rule:
- Dufferin Forest is managed by the county of Dufferin and it has its own rules of use that are above the Chesley Saddle Club Rules.
- Safety 11. All persons mountain biking, horseback riding, or snowmobiling in the Dufferin County Forest must wear an appropriate helmet.
To view all the forest By Laws please go to https://www.dufferincounty.ca/sites/default/files/forest/Forest%20By-Law%20-%20Consolidated%20Version.pdf
Address: Emergency # 937513 Airport Road, Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0
-*GPS may say Mulmer*
Directions for parking: Stay to the right on the lane way, continue to the top of the hill to the green gate. Close the green gate behind you. Continue along lane to the large event field.
Host Sharon Adler email izzeesmail@gmail.com
September 19-23
Relaxin'Acres Ranch on the Ganaraska Forest
*Private campground with direct access to the Ganaraska Forest on the east forest. Box stalls or pasture turnout, bring your own pens or high line. Running potable water available. Community Fire pit with firewood supplied. Hay available for purchase (please do not bring your own). Outdoor kitchen and picnic tables and generator available.
Riders need to book their own site at:
(705) 761-6917
Ganaraska Conservation
All Ganaraska Forest visitors are required to have a membership or day pass and are required to present their membership or day pass to GRCA staff or enforcement officers upon request.
Horseback
Yearly Membership $80
Day Pass $16
3 Day Pass for $48.00
DO NOT PURCHASE a Day Pass more than 7 days in advance. An email is required to purchase passes on line
Online passes can be purchased at: https://store.ganaraskaconservation.ca
September 19-23Relaxin'Acres Ranch on the Ganaraska Forest
*Private campground with direct access to the Ganaraska Forest on the east forest. Box stalls or pasture turnout, bring your own pens or high line. Running potable water available. Community Fire pit with firewood supplied. Hay available for purchase (please do not bring your own). Outdoor kitchen and picnic tables and generator available.
Riders need to book their own site at:aamckibbin@gmail.com(705) 761-6917
Ganaraska ConservationAll Ganaraska Forest visitors are required to have a membership or day pass and are required to present their membership or day pass to GRCA staff or enforcement officers upon request.
Horseback Yearly Membership $80 Day Pass $16 3 Day Pass for $48.00DO NOT PURCHASE a Day Pass more than 7 days in advance. An email is required to purchase passes on lineOnline passes can be purchased at: https://store.ganaraskaconservation.ca
G2G Bridge Fundraising September 27 -29
See the Poster below.
October Rides 2024
October 4 - 6 Saugeen Bluffs
Saugeen Bluffs Campground Hallowe'en Event
This weekend is hosted by CSC and OTRA.
Plan to showcase you and your horse in a Hallowe'en Costume and then enter a Contest for the best costume.
Beautiful river scenery , hardwood forests and hills. An outdoor sand arena to ride in and play games is available.Paisley village is 5 min away with grocery, bakery and liquor/beer store. A hardware with horse feed and supplies is just outside of town. Port Elgin is 20 minutes aware on Lake Huron and has a beautiful beach.
Horse sights have water taps and two corrals. Sites do not have electricity or sewer hookups.
Participants must reserve their campsite through the Saugeen Bluffs Campground Campsite individually at: https://www.saugeenconservation.ca
Hosted by Sharon Adler email iaaeesmail@gmail.comon