Saddler Newsletter

Club Info and By-laws

 Member Directory

Bridle Trails Park Calendar
 for All Activities and Events

Bridle Trails Park Foundation

Bridle Trails State Park
5300 – 116th Ave NE
Kirkland WA 98033


Lake Washington Saddle Club
Purpose and Objectives:

  • Preserve, improve and maintain Bridle Trails State Park for horse use

  • Encourage interest in horses and good horsemanship

  • Develop and sponsor equestrian activities for club members

  • Support other equestrian, animal welfare and related community associations

  • Provide meeting place and social contact for members


The Lake Washington Saddle Club is an equestrian club based at Bridle Trails State Park in Bellevue, WA.  The LWSC is committed to preserving, improving, and maintaining Bridle Trails State Park.  We run Hunter and Jumper Fun Shows,  Dressage Schooling Shows, rated Hunter Shows, Playdays, Trail Training and other equestrian activities which provide funds for improvements and maintenance of the park.

 

 WHAT'S NEW
 

LWSC College Scholarship Available

2012 Show Calendar  / Entry Forms  

One $1000 scholarship will be awarded in 2012 to a student pursuing further education in equine studies, environmental studies, or forestry.

The Scholarship must be used at a two- or four-year accredited college or university within the academic year following receipt of the scholarship. It may be used for tuition and/or fees. Deadline for application is June 1.
Scholarship Information/Application
 

May
5 - Jumpers
6 - Hunters
11-13 – Bridle Trails Classic

June
9 – Playday
10 – Dressage
16 – Jumpers
17 – Hunters
 

 July
 8 - Dressage
14 - Trail/Obstacle  Training Day
28 – Jumpers
29 – Hunters

Aug
12 – Dressage

Sept
15 – Playday
16 – Dressage
23 – Hunter

Join the Saddle Club and Support Our Park

We all love and appreciate Bridle Trails Park– and the financial support of the Saddle Club is vital to maintain the trails and facilities that we all use regularly.   Don’t leave it up to others to keep it alive and well... join today!

As a Saddle Club member, you'll be kept informed via email of events and activities, members-only club training and educational workshops, and discounts on entry fees.

CLICK HERE to renew or join. We welcome your input and participation.  Happy Trails!

Discover Pass Required to Park at Bridle Trails State Park

The Discover Pass now can be used on either of two vehicles!
Annual pass: $30 
One-day pass: $10 (available on site)  The fine for not displaying the pass is $99.

A Discover Pass is required for motor-vehicle access to state parks and recreation lands managed by the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.  The Discover Pass is now the primary source of funding to replace the $77 million cut from the State Parks budget. Please support WA. State Parks by purchasing an annual pass.

The Discover Pass may be purchased:
•Online at http://discoverpass.wa.gov/    •At Bridle Trails Park State Park (when staff is available) and  headquarters and region offices and at all state parks  •In person from any of nearly 600 recreational license vendors where state fishing and hunting licenses are sold, such as Fred Meyer and REI.
•By phone (866) 320-9933 •When you renew your vehicle license

 

PLEASE NOTE:
During scheduled events, the Bridle Trails Park arenas are reserved and closed to public use. Parking may also be limited.  Please check the park calendar for event dates.  The powerline arena is always open.

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Safety Tips for Sharing the Trails with Horses
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