2nd Annual Ride for a Reason - South Seattle Saddle Club
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Join us for a full day of barrels, community, and giving back at the South Seattle Saddle Club.
This event is especially close to our hearts—one of our very own is part of both Curvy Girls and SSSC, and we’re proud to ride in support of a community that uplifts girls navigating scoliosis with strength and confidence.
📅 August 22
📍 South Seattle Saddle Club
22740 SE 228th St • Maple Valley, WA 98038
EVENT #1
🔥 OPEN BARREL RACE (NON-SANCTIONED)
A fun, competitive open barrel race focused on community, not points.
DIVISIONS
Open Division
Youth Division
SCHEDULE
🕘 Time Onlys Begin: 9:00 AM
🕚 Barrel Race Begins: 11:00 AM
ENTRY INFO
$25 PER RUN
💰 $2,000 Guaranteed Cash Pot
✨ All entry fees will be donated directly to Curvy Girls.
OPEN DIVISION
💰 $1,500 Guaranteed Cash Pot
• 1D–4D Format
• Payouts to 1st–5th in each division
YOUTH DIVISION
💰 $500 Guaranteed Cash Pot
• Straight youth payout format
• Payouts to 1st–5th overall
🔁 Eligible youth riders may roll their Open run time into the Youth Division or choose to make a separate Youth run. Riders entering both divisions must pay both entry fees.
✨ This race is about riding for something bigger than points or jackpots—every run helps support girls navigating scoliosis through Curvy Girls.
⏱ TIME ONLYS
$5 each or 3 for $10
1-minute limit per horse
Purchase at the office or pay cash at the gate before entering the arena
EVENT #2
💖 RIDE FOR A REASON MOMMY-DAUGHTER BARREL RACE
The heart of the event—and a crowd favorite.
✨ This event is about showing up, having fun, and raising money for a meaningful cause.
SCHEDULE
🕓 Team Auction Begins: 4:00 PM
🕔 Barrel Race Begins: 5:00 PM
👯♀️ TEAM FORMAT
Teams consist of:
One female adult
One female youth
“Mother & Daughter” can be:
Mom
Grandma
Aunt
Cousin
Mentor
Best friend
🐎 HOW THE RACE WORKS
Teams will share the SAME horse for both runs
All youth riders run first
Adult riders follow
Combined team times determine placing
Time allowed for tack/saddle adjustments between runs as needed
5-second penalty for each knocked-over barrel
Helmets are REQUIRED for all riders
✨ This event is designed to be fun, encouraging, and centered around teamwork and connection—not just speed.
🎤 TEAM EXPERIENCE
Each team will submit:
Team Name
Ride Song 🎶
Short Bio
✨ Bios and songs will be shared during introductions before the auction.
✨ Teams are HIGHLY encouraged to:
Dress up
Coordinate outfits
Bring the energy
Have fun with it
The more spirit you bring, the more money you help raise.
🔥 LIVE TEAM AUCTION
Before the race begins, each team will be introduced and auctioned off live to the crowd.
Spectators will bid on their favorite teams, with the highest bidder “owning” that team for the race.
💡 Personality, creativity, and heart matter more than speed.
💰 AUCTION FORMAT
Teams sold to highest bidder
Winning bids paid at the office before racing begins
50/50 SPLIT
50% → Curvy Girls
50% → payout pool
🏆 PAYOUTS
1st Place: 50%
2nd Place: 30%
3rd Place: 20%
🍔 COOK SHACK OPEN ALL DAY
Serving:
Breakfast
Burgers & lunch
Snacks & drinks
✨ All Cook Shack proceeds benefit South Seattle Saddle Club.
This event is especially close to our hearts—one of our very own is part of both Curvy Girls and SSSC, and we’re proud to ride in support of a community that uplifts girls navigating scoliosis with strength and confidence.
📅 August 22
📍 South Seattle Saddle Club
22740 SE 228th St • Maple Valley, WA 98038
EVENT #1
🔥 OPEN BARREL RACE (NON-SANCTIONED)
A fun, competitive open barrel race focused on community, not points.
DIVISIONS
Open Division
Youth Division
SCHEDULE
🕘 Time Onlys Begin: 9:00 AM
🕚 Barrel Race Begins: 11:00 AM
ENTRY INFO
$25 PER RUN
💰 $2,000 Guaranteed Cash Pot
✨ All entry fees will be donated directly to Curvy Girls.
OPEN DIVISION
💰 $1,500 Guaranteed Cash Pot
• 1D–4D Format
• Payouts to 1st–5th in each division
YOUTH DIVISION
💰 $500 Guaranteed Cash Pot
• Straight youth payout format
• Payouts to 1st–5th overall
🔁 Eligible youth riders may roll their Open run time into the Youth Division or choose to make a separate Youth run. Riders entering both divisions must pay both entry fees.
✨ This race is about riding for something bigger than points or jackpots—every run helps support girls navigating scoliosis through Curvy Girls.
⏱ TIME ONLYS
$5 each or 3 for $10
1-minute limit per horse
Purchase at the office or pay cash at the gate before entering the arena
EVENT #2
💖 RIDE FOR A REASON MOMMY-DAUGHTER BARREL RACE
The heart of the event—and a crowd favorite.
✨ This event is about showing up, having fun, and raising money for a meaningful cause.
SCHEDULE
🕓 Team Auction Begins: 4:00 PM
🕔 Barrel Race Begins: 5:00 PM
👯♀️ TEAM FORMAT
Teams consist of:
One female adult
One female youth
“Mother & Daughter” can be:
Mom
Grandma
Aunt
Cousin
Mentor
Best friend
🐎 HOW THE RACE WORKS
Teams will share the SAME horse for both runs
All youth riders run first
Adult riders follow
Combined team times determine placing
Time allowed for tack/saddle adjustments between runs as needed
5-second penalty for each knocked-over barrel
Helmets are REQUIRED for all riders
✨ This event is designed to be fun, encouraging, and centered around teamwork and connection—not just speed.
🎤 TEAM EXPERIENCE
Each team will submit:
Team Name
Ride Song 🎶
Short Bio
✨ Bios and songs will be shared during introductions before the auction.
✨ Teams are HIGHLY encouraged to:
Dress up
Coordinate outfits
Bring the energy
Have fun with it
The more spirit you bring, the more money you help raise.
🔥 LIVE TEAM AUCTION
Before the race begins, each team will be introduced and auctioned off live to the crowd.
Spectators will bid on their favorite teams, with the highest bidder “owning” that team for the race.
💡 Personality, creativity, and heart matter more than speed.
💰 AUCTION FORMAT
Teams sold to highest bidder
Winning bids paid at the office before racing begins
50/50 SPLIT
50% → Curvy Girls
50% → payout pool
🏆 PAYOUTS
1st Place: 50%
2nd Place: 30%
3rd Place: 20%
🍔 COOK SHACK OPEN ALL DAY
Serving:
Breakfast
Burgers & lunch
Snacks & drinks
✨ All Cook Shack proceeds benefit South Seattle Saddle Club.
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Where is it happening?
22740 S.E. 228th St. , Maple Valley, WA, United States, Washington 98038
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