Bay State Trail Riders Association, Inc. has a busy schedule of events, including trail rides, work days, meetings, etc. Use our calendar and map to stay up to date on everything we have planned, to select events you would like to attend, and to get registration information. You can even register online.
Our rides are fun and social, and you ride at your own pace on marked trails through state forests and other locations. After the ride catch up with old friends and meet new friends over lunch served to registered riders.
GODDARD RIDE Aug. 8th UPDATE
Due to the latest Covid-19 restrictions put in place by Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, it is unfortunate that we must for the second time postpone the Goddard Park Pleasure Ride. I am working on another date (possibly September 12 or 13th) and hope to get back to you soon to confirm. Your ride registration will be held and you will have the option of requesting a refund if you choose not to attend up until a week before the new ride date.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Was there a lot of tree debris in your turnout this morning from yesterday's high winds? If so, remember that red maple and red oak and some nut trees are all toxic to your horse. Pick up all the debris before you turn out your horses to avoid health problems.
REMINDER: BSTRA'S TACK AND VENDOR SALE IS AUGUST 15TH
Ready to get out locally and do a bit of browsing, shopping, socializing and finding some good bargains in the process? Then mark your calendar!! BSTRA's Annual Tack and Vendor Sale, sponsored by Ocean State Equine Associates, will take place in Uxbridge on Saturday, August 15th, 8:30 am to 1:30 pm at the VFW Post 1385 located at 16 Cross Road – the corner of Route 16 and Cross Rd.
The sale will be held outdoors at the VFW and will offer both new and used tack -- along with quite a variety of other items -- for you to shop and buy. There will also be a number of vendors to offer their products and services. Shop beautiful jewelry from Touchstone Crystal by Leah McCarthy, goat soap and other products from Stoney Acres, natural equine supplements from Yucc It Up! Equine Supplements, a variety of CBD and other products and apparel from Chevere, Tupperware Products by Christy Lambert, Equinature products and more.
Bring an appetite with you, too! Two Food Vendors will be on the premises selling breakfast and lunch items, as well as beverages.
As a nonprofit dedicated to trail advocacy, BSTRA will also be selling tickets for a couple Opportunity Drawings to help fund its trail projects scheduled for later this year in Douglas, Upton and Grafton. Come take a look at the “Cape Cod Getaway” and “Horse Lovers Décor Package” Opportunity Drawings and buy your tickets. There will also be a “Donation Drawing” where you can win a $35 Gift Certificate to Willow Brook Restaurant if your name is selected. A ticket with your name goes into the drawing with each $25 you donate to BSTRA. And since BSTRA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your donation will be tax deductible. These donations and ticket sales will be used 100% to fund BSTRA’s major trail improvement projects which benefit so many in this community – people who use the trails for outdoor recreation and fitness. If you use the trails to walk your dog, ride your horse or mountain bike, cross country ski, hike, or take your family out to enjoy nature, then you will benefit from BSTRA’s projects. As more and more people are exploring the trails since the pandemic struck, the value of our trail system has become more apparent, and the work that BSTRA does takes on more significance.
And since Covid-19 is still a health issue, please be socially responsible -- wear your face mask and maintain social distancing to help keep everyone safe.
If you would prefer to be a vendor or have a table at this Tack and Vendor Sale, there are still a limited number of table spaces and trailer spaces available. To reserve your spot and for more information, contact Karen-- kpschip@aol.com -- 774-293-0051.
Pricing: Table Price: $20 for BSTRA Members; $25 for non-members; Outside Trailer Price: $40 (Indoors: Table & 2 Chairs will be provided -- Outside space is $20 for all, but supply your own table & chairs).
All tables/spaces must be reserved and paid for in advance.
Whether you are a shopper or a seller, BSTRA invites you to join the activities on August 15th at its Tack and Vendor Sale.
