Location and Schedule:
Directions from Bismarck: Head west on I-94. After the Bridge over the Missouri River use the left 2 lanes to take Left Exit 155 toward Mandan – Main St toward I-94 Business/ND-6. Continue onto E Main St for 1 mile. Turn left onto ND-1806S/6th Ave SE. Continue to follow ND-1806S for 11 miles. Turn right onto Co Rd 81 for 3.2 miles.
Wednesday, May 27th: Early arrivals starting at noon. Orientation, networking, getting horses “legged up” and some short rides. There is no cost for this half day.
Thursday, May 28th: Arrivals, set up, and the ride starting at 11:00 AM. The ride will be through the Weinberger pasture to the ranch, out the top gate, through the Schmidt pasture and Marlene’s gate, south through the school land, and return on the road. (6 miles)
Friday, May 29th: 8:30 AM start, Ride SW to the ranch, past Little Heart Butte, break at St Anthony, return along Co Rd 136, the section line, and the breaking hill. (12 miles). The Lysfords will provide an evening meal. Those wishing to ride only 6 miles will need to arrange to have their horses picked up at St Anthony or at mile 8.
Saturday, May 30th: 8:30 start, Ride SE to the breaks, N to Belohlavek’s dam, and home on Co Rd 81 (12 miles). Some riders may wish to not ride the second leg of this ride. The Hille’s will supply and prepare the evening meal of Ham and potato salad. A later evening drive to Rusty’s Bar and Grill in St Anthony for those interested.
Sunday, May 31st: 9:00 AM start, Ride west to Weinberger windmill, N to Weinberger homestead, CR 137, E to pasture gate, S to home. (5 miles). Afternoon rides for those staying. There is no cost for this day if you have already paid for three days.
Monday June 1st Open riding to Eileen and other areas of interest. There is no cost for this day.
Still have questions about the weekend? Feel free to reach out to Roger Hille at [email protected] (218-201-0589).
Until then, Happy Trails!
Page Updated January 2, 2026