Loomis Basin Horsemen's Assoc.
Meetings & Events
*For all group use, including other organizations, see "Arena Use calendar" on homepage or view entire list under ARENA tab. Events may change or be updated.
*Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
*Monthly meeting date/time may change if a topic is to be presented at the arena.
Watch the events page for schedule changes
* Meetings are FREE for members and guests unless a cost is listed.
* Meetings are open to members and non-members.
* Membership is required to participate at Obstacle Play Days and meetings involving horses.
* Membership is on an annual basis January 1st - December 31st.
* Cost: $15 single - $20 Family - $25 Business
​2025
Meeting and Event Dates
General Meetings are on the 3rd Wednesday of every month
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January 15 meeting
2025 Kickoff Event Planning
Round Table Pizza, Loomis
Eat: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.
February 19 meeting
Preparing Your Horse for Evacuation and Sheltering During a Disaster
California Veterinary Emergency Team (CVET)
Round Table Pizza, Loomis
Eat: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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March 19 meeting
Emergencies on the Trail hosted by Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center
presented by Dr. Langdon Fielding
Location: NEW Penryn Pet Hospital
3210 Boyington Rd Ste 100
Loomis, CA 95650
Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.​
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April 6th - Sunday
Obstacle Playday
LBHA Arena
8:30 a.m. set up
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. event
Please help us set up and clean up if you can
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April 16 meeting
Horse Hacks, an informal discussion and sharing of ideas!
​Bring your favorite hack for working with horses.
Learn ideas from your fellow horse friends that make our lives run smoother.
Round Table Pizza, Loomis
Eat: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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May 4
Trot and Talk Picnic
LBHA Arena
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The arena will be open and ground poles available for you to set up to practice.
We'll break for a brown bag lunch meet and greet in the bleachers at noon.
Come on out and meet others in our horse community.
(note: This not an Obstacle Day. The ground poles will be available)
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May 29 - Thursday
​Endurance Presentation with Marcia Smith
Note the new date and location
Members and Non members welcome
Eat at 6:00 p.m. Presentation at 6:30
Location: Pizza Factory, 13470 Lincoln Way, Auburn
Speaker: Marcia Smith, DVM
This talk will have something for everyone; from the rider considering doing their first introductory or limited distance sanctioned ride, to the experienced endurance rider ready to take on the Tevis Cup.
(There will be a Board Meeting at 5:00 before the presentation. Members are welcome to attend Board Meetings.)
June 14​
Arena Trail Open Practice Play Day / EVENT CANCELLED
LBHA Arena
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Examples: ground poles, ground pole L, step overs, sidepass pole, serpentine jog pattern,
rope gate, bridge, log drag, jog overs.
This is different from our usual Obstacle Play Days. The focus will be on Arena Trail.
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June 18
Equine Photo Shoot for Members by Lacey Dodd
$50 for 5 professional photos in 30 minute time slots
LBHA Arena
Starting at 3:00 - 8:00 p.m.
This event is in lieu of our regular monthly meeting. Link to sign up will be in the June Newsletter.
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July 16 meeting
Trails and Trail Safety
An informal discussion and sharing of ideas.
​Bring your favorite trail notes. What's in your saddle bag? Bring your favorite saddle bag or pommel bag
and share ideas for what we should be carrying on the trail. (members and non-members welcome)
Round Table Pizza, Loomis
Eat: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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July 26 - Saturday
Obstacle Playday
LBHA Arena
8:30 a.m. set up
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. event
Please help us set up and clean up if you can
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August 15 - Friday Evening
Hot August Nights Obstacle Playday
LBHA Arena
4:30 p.m. set up
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Please help us set up and clean up if you can
August 20 meeting
Judges Talk
What is the show judge looking for?
Eat: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept 17 meeting
Horse Show Planning
Eat: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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September 20 - Saturday
Obstacle Playday
LBHA Arena
8:30 a.m. set up
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. event
Please help us set up and clean up if you can
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October 11th & 12th
LBHA Annual Horse Shows
English Saturday
Western Sunday
LBHA Arena, 3550 Ong Place, Loomis
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October 15 meeting
Horse Show Wrap Up
Eat: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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​November 19 meeting
Nominations for 2026 Board Positions,
2026 Planning Session
6:00 p.m.
Location to be set soon
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December 17
Christmas Party
Elections & Membership Sign-ups
6:00 p.m.​​​​​
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For insurance purposes, you must be a member to attend any event with horses present.