Ride the Loup

08/12/2026

Ride the Loup Endurance Ride has been cancelled.

We are sorry to share that Ride the Loup, scheduled for September 19th, has been cancelled due to continued unhealthy air quality and the threat of multiple forest fires.

After consulting with our head vet, we have decided to cancel in thinking of the best interests of both horse and human contestants. Current AQI readings register above 300.

We do plan on a 2027 Ride the Loup. This ride is a jewel of the fall ride season.

Thank you to all that have contributed to organising this ride and those who were planning on volunteering and attending Ride the Loup.

See you all in 2027!

07/08/2026

Just a few more weeks until this epic EDRA ride!

The countdown is on! Just a few weeks until we head to Big Sky Memorial Ride! 🐎⛰️

If you've never experienced this ride, you're in for something special. Picture winding forest trails, cool creek crossings, breathtaking views of Lake Koocanusa, and a ride camp where friendships are made as easily as miles.

Whether you're tackling your first Intro Ride or aiming for 100 miles, Big Sky offers the kind of weekend that reminds us why we love endurance riding.

What riders can look forward to:
🌲 Miles of scenic wilderness trails
🏕️ Shaded horse camping on private property
🍔 Friday night BBQ and dinners included Friday and Saturday
🏅 Completion awards for every distance, including Intro riders
❤️ A supportive, welcoming endurance community

Youth riders under 18 ride FREE in the 25, 50, 75, and 100-mile distances through EDRA's youth program, and free mentorship is available with membership for those just getting started.

August 1 will be here before you know it. Grab your riding partner, pack the trailer, and come spend a weekend making memories in beautiful northwest Montana.

Register today: https://form.jotform.com/261376597922167

Who's planning to be there? Tell us which distance you're riding!

06/25/2026

UPDATE:
Ride the Loup Endurance Ride has been cancelled.
We are sorry to share that Ride the Loup, scheduled for September 19th, has been cancelled due to continued unhealthy air quality and the threat of multiple forest fires.
After consulting with our head vet, we have decided to cancel in thinking of the best interests of both horse and human contestants. Current AQI readings register above 300.
We do plan on a 2027 Ride the Loup. This ride is a jewel of the fall ride season.
Thank you to all that have contributed to organising this ride and those who were planning on volunteering and attending Ride the Loup. See you all in 2027!

We just want to make sure we are on your calendar! More details soon!

06/25/2026

Loup lovers! Here is another amazing Eastern Washington EDRA ride! Register now for the Selkirk Distance Derby!

Registration is now open for the 2026 Selkirk Distance Derby! Register early because we may need to limit the number of trailers due to limited camping space!

https://form.jotform.com/261755549312158

Join us August 22 at beautiful Mt. Spokane State Park for one of the Pacific Northwest's most scenic endurance rides. The Selkirk Distance Derby takes riders through forested mountain trails, past alpine lakes, beneath ski lifts, and along sweeping ridgelines with incredible views of Mt. Spokane's backcountry.

Ride options include:
• Intro Ride (15 miles) – $50
• 30 Mile Ride – $160
• 50 Mile Ride – $160
$20 off for EDRA members!

Camp is located at Selkirk Lodge in Mt. Spokane State Park and offers a friendly, community-focused atmosphere. Riders can arrive beginning Thursday, with vetting Friday afternoon and rides beginning Saturday morning.

📍 Ride Camp:
Selkirk Lodge
27722 N Mt. Spokane Rd
Mead, WA 99021

📅 Schedule Highlights
Thursday: Camp opens
Friday: Vet-in begins at 3:00 p.m.
Friday: Ride meeting at 5:00 p.m. followed by a clinic
Saturday: 50-mile start 6:00 a.m.
Saturday: 30-mile start 7:00 a.m.
Saturday evening awards ceremony

Important Notes:
• Hoof protection recommended
• Discover Pass required for day-use visitors
• Camping: $15 per night
• Porta-potties available
• Dogs welcome on leash
• Horse water available
• Cell service is spotty
*certified w**d free hay is required.

📧 [email protected]
📱 (206) 387-3640

Whether you're tackling your first endurance ride or chasing miles in the mountains, Selkirk offers a memorable weekend on some of Washington's most beautiful trails.

Photo by Rich Shine.

06/10/2026

Get in on the fun! Join us for Diamond in the Rough Endurance Ride on June 27th!

2026 Diamond in the Rough Endurance Ride is just over two weeks away!

Join us June 27 in beautiful Roslyn, Washington for a mountain ride packed with incredible scenery, varied terrain, and a welcoming endurance community.

Located just 90 minutes east of Seattle and about 2.5 hours west of Spokane, Diamond in the Rough offers riders:
• Stunning mountain vistas
• Fun stretches of single track
• Jeep trails and logging roads
• Plenty of grass along the trail for horses
• Very little repeat trail
• Ride camp right in the center of historic Roslyn

Distances offered:
Intro Ride (10–15 miles)
25 Mile
50 Mile

Ride Camp:
Roslyn Riders
70 Martin Road
Roslyn, WA

What makes this ride special?
The location, the terrain, and the people. Whether you’re aiming for your first Intro ride or tackling the 50, this is a memorable Pacific Northwest endurance weekend you won’t want to miss.

Register here:
https://form.jotform.com/261127189198163

Questions?
Ride Manager: Kathleen Dunham
[email protected]
(253) 569-6575

04/20/2026

Don’t Fence Me In Endurance Ride | Central Washington

Beautiful, open country riding awaits on the Lakeview Ranch BLM land. These scenic trails wind through sagebrush and along striking rim rock formations, offering mostly good-footing two-track with a small amount of technical single track. This is not a difficult ride, making it a great fit for a wide range of horses and riders.

New this year: A 13-mile intro ride—perfect for those looking to get started or enjoy a shorter distance.

What makes this ride special?
DFMI is designed to be mentally approachable for both horse and rider. The course features one long 30-mile loop:

30-mile riders complete it once with an out vet check
50-mile riders complete the loop, vet check, then return for a shortened second loop

It’s a great balance of forward-moving trail and just enough technical terrain to keep things interesting and scenic.

Ride camp & community
Ride camp is on private rangeland with plenty of level parking. After the ride, stick around for the traditional burgers and a chance to relax, swap stories, and connect with friends, old and new.

Details at a glance:
📍 Near Odessa, WA (Lakeview Recreation Area)
🚿 Horse water at camp
🚻 Porta-potties | generators OK | dogs on leash
📶 Cell service: spotty

Entry Fees:
• 13.5 mile intro: $95
• 30 mile: $160
• 50 mile: $160
• $20 discount for EDRA members

Registration:
https://form.jotform.com/253436519370156

Schedule highlights:
Friday: Registration, vet in, ride meeting
Saturday: Ride day + burgers at 4:00 PM
Sunday: Awards at 7:30 AM

Questions? Contact Ride Manager Susan Summers
📧 [email protected]
📱 (509) 680-5516

Photo credit: David Honan Photography

03/11/2026

Don't miss this one!

Beautiful trails and ride camp at the base of Mt. Adams

The Trout Lake Endurance Ride takes place in the stunning forests of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near the charming town of Trout Lake. Riders travel through beautiful forest two-track and winding single-track trails with frequent views of the impressive Mount Adams. Along the way you’ll encounter creek crossings and a few bridges that make the trail both fun and memorable.

Ride camp is located at the north end of the field at Mount Adams Horse Camp, creating a spectacular setting at the base of the mountain. As you pass through Trout Lake on your way to camp, be sure to stop at the local gas station store for a famous huckleberry milkshake.

The Trout Lake ride has been part of the endurance community since 1990 and proudly hosted the Pan American Championship in 2003. One of the things that makes this ride special is the incredible local support. Community volunteers help throughout the weekend, and our local veterinarian keeps a close watch to ensure horse and rider safety.

This year we will also offer a 75-mile TYM relay, where two-horse/two-rider teams alternate loops. It’s a fun and strategic way to experience the course. Full relay rules are available on the EDRA website.

Weekend Schedule (subject to change)

Friday
2:00 PM – Registration
3:00 PM – Vetting begins
5:30 PM – Volunteer dinner
6:30 PM – Mini clinic (TBD)
7:00 PM – Ride meeting

Saturday
Start times TBD based on weather
4:00 PM – Burgers for riders and volunteers

Sunday
7:30 AM – Awards

Camp Amenities & Notes

• Porta-potties
• Generators OK
• Dogs welcome (must be on leash)

Manure must be picked up and taken home, or you may leave bagged manure with a donation.

The Forest Service requires Certified W**d Free Hay.

At the out vet check there will be water for horses and riders, hay for horses, and snacks for riders.

Photo by David Honan.

02/27/2026

Only a handful of spots are left! Register today to get two clinics for the price of one!

Clinician Spotlight: Nate Ostrander
Two Eyes Horsemanship | Saturday, March 28

If you ride endurance and want your horse to move more freely, recover better, and stay relaxed under saddle, this clinic is for you.

Nate brings 15+ years of professional training experience across both Western and English disciplines. His approach blends posture, contact, body control, and groundwork into one cohesive system that improves communication between horse and rider.

What makes this clinic different?
You’re not just watching exercises — you’re learning how rider posture directly affects your horse’s comfort, efficiency, and recovery.

Friday evening: Intro session and Q&A
Saturday: In-saddle clinic integrating groundwork, biomechanics, and forward movement

Beginner-friendly, but valuable for experienced riders wanting refinement.

And yes — this is one of two full horse clinics included with conference registration.

March 27–29 | Colfax, WA
Register now: https://pci.jotform.com/form/240316222405139

02/24/2026