

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NorCal Obstacle Challenges - SPRING Buckle Series
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 07:00 am – Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Online Early-Bird pricing until Thursday, May 14th, 700pm

Register here: https://www.equinetrailsports.com/event/19804

More info:
Coni Lehr 916-975-5426
conilehr@gmail.com  

Saturday - In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.

Saturday Obstacle Trail (OT) – a relaxing short trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome.

Sunday - Obstacle Course (OC) – a mounted event in an arena/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.

Obstacle Trail (OT) – a relaxing short trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome.

THE TERRAIN
Flat, easy footing in obstacle arena and throughout property trail course, sand footing in warm up arena and round pen

MEALS
At your leisure, food truck may be available

AWARDS
Beautiful ribbons - 1st-6th place Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced! 1st-3rd place Junior (age 13-17), 1st-3rd place Youngin' (age 7-12), and 1st place Newcomer.

WEEKEND HIGH POINT AWARDS AFTER FINAL EVENT ON SUNDAY

2026 NorCal SPRING Buckle Series (awarded on Sunday)

2026 NorCal BRACKET Buckle Series (awarded at our Dec 5-6 event weekend)

Lifetime Awards (Equine &amp; Rider) - Sign up 2 weeks in advance to get your qualifying awards!

Equine Awards - Your equine will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden carrot charms as they progress through the levels. Equine points accumulate no matter who rides the equine. 

Rider Awards - You will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden star charms as you progress through the levels. Rider Points accumulate no matter which equine is ridden. 

Schedule:
FRIDAY
12pm - Open for Campers
4 - 530pm Early Check-In

SATURDAY
700 - 815am New Arrivals &amp; Check-In
830am Rider Meeting
900am Judge Meeting
930am 1st Handlers on In-Hand Course
Lunch At your leisure, food truck may be available
Trail Course - 1st Riders on Trail course 1 Hour after In-Hand Completed
Judge Shout Outs After Trail Completed
Awards After Judge Shout Outs!

SUNDAY
730 - 800am New Arrivals &amp; Check-In
800am Rider Meeting
830am Judge Meeting
900am 1st Riders on Mounted (morning) Course
Lunch at your leisure, food truck may be available
Trail Course - 1st Riders on Trail course 1 Hour after Mounted Completed
Judge Shout Outs After Trail Completed
Awards After Judge Shout Outs!

Register here: https://www.equinetrailsports.com/event/19804
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dunnigan/norcal-obstacle-challenges-spring-buckle-series/200029613329347
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, workshops, meetups, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 22

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Dunnigan
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Running I Ranch
- **lat**: 38.915977197022
- **long**: -122.01823302718
- **full address**: Running I Ranch, 1652 Alexander Hill Ln, Dunnigan, CA 95937, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NorCal Obstacle Challenges - SPRING Buckle Series being held?
  - **A:** NorCal Obstacle Challenges - SPRING Buckle Series takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 07:00 am to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Running I Ranch, 1652 Alexander Hill Ln, Dunnigan, CA 95937, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing NorCal Obstacle Challenges - SPRING Buckle Series?
  - **A:** NorCal Obstacle Challenges - SPRING Buckle Series is organized by NorCal Equine Events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NorCal Obstacle Challenges - SPRING Buckle Series is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dunnigan, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If NorCal Obstacle Challenges - SPRING Buckle Series sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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