Elk Creek Quarter Horses and Sales, LLC

09/22/2025

We will bring the cows into the sorting pens Wednesday at 6pm if we have enough interest.

In addition if you would like to practice for the obstacle race we will have some of the obstacles set up that evening.

Please message me if you’re interested!

09/18/2025

Open Class ONLY will have a third obstacle class! This will be a 1-man sort on 5 cows. You have 60 seconds to move all 5 cows over in number order. Every cow left counts for 10 seconds added on to your time (50 seconds is max penalty). I.E. you move 3 cows over and leave 2, you add 20 seconds on to your time. You blow out- 50 second penalty.

IN ADDITION- We will be adding a $25 additional 1-man sort class anyone can do. 100% payback.

We are accepting pre-entries for our Elk Creek Quarter Horses Extreme Obstacle Race #3 on September 28!

Sign up here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DQSIkWdsW0yxEjajBLZtrQAAAAAAAAAAAANAAVHmmIZUNFVYSTVPVFNWVFYyTU5XN1pPTlkxNlc1Ty4u

No payment required. Please have updated rabies and coggins for each horse. We would love to get paperwork out of the way before the morning of the event!

We will have 4 classes:
In-hand - $20 entry
Walk-Trot (All Ages) - $30 entry
Walk-Trot-Canter (All Ages) - $30 entry
Open - $50 entry

This race will be completed in two rounds separated into arena work and obstacle work outside of the arena. Times for each round will be added together for a final total used to determine winners.

Who can participate?:
While this event is focused on ranch style obstacles every discipline is welcome to participate! There is no tack requirement- come in your western or english tack or even ba****ck if you want the challenge!

Our only requirement is everyone wear proper boots- no sneakers or driving shoes as you may have to get off your horse and we don’t want any one getting stepped on.

Please note- NYS law requires anyone under the age of 18 to wear a riding helmet.

What kind of obstacles are there?:
Our arena obstacles include things like dummy steer rope attempt, poles, side passes, backing and more.
Our outside obstacle course obstacles include things like log drags, gates, creek crossing, stairs, and more. Our outside obstacle course simulates real trail conditions- there may be rocks, sticks, mud, etc.

What do you win?:
This is a 3 show buckle series. The rider with the top points at the end of the series will win a buckle. We have additional prizes and money for each show.

What if I am not comfortable going fast? That’s OKAY! We don’t expect everyone to go full throttle. Enter anyways and challenge yourself and your horse and have FUN!l

09/18/2025

In-Hand Arena Pattern and Obstacle Pattern.

We are accepting pre-entries for our Elk Creek Quarter Horses Extreme Obstacle Race #3 on September 28!

Sign up here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DQSIkWdsW0yxEjajBLZtrQAAAAAAAAAAAANAAVHmmIZUNFVYSTVPVFNWVFYyTU5XN1pPTlkxNlc1Ty4u

No payment required. Please have updated rabies and coggins for each horse. We would love to get paperwork out of the way before the morning of the event!

We will have 4 classes:
In-hand - $20 entry
Walk-Trot (All Ages) - $30 entry
Walk-Trot-Canter (All Ages) - $30 entry
Open - $50 entry

This race will be completed in two rounds separated into arena work and obstacle work outside of the arena. Times for each round will be added together for a final total used to determine winners.

Who can participate?:
While this event is focused on ranch style obstacles every discipline is welcome to participate! There is no tack requirement- come in your western or english tack or even ba****ck if you want the challenge!

Our only requirement is everyone wear proper boots- no sneakers or driving shoes as you may have to get off your horse and we don’t want any one getting stepped on.

Please note- NYS law requires anyone under the age of 18 to wear a riding helmet.

What kind of obstacles are there?:
Our arena obstacles include things like dummy steer rope attempt, poles, side passes, backing and more.
Our outside obstacle course obstacles include things like log drags, gates, creek crossing, stairs, and more. Our outside obstacle course simulates real trail conditions- there may be rocks, sticks, mud, etc.

What do you win?:
This is a 3 show buckle series. The rider with the top points at the end of the series will win a buckle. We have additional prizes and money for each show.

What if I am not comfortable going fast? That’s OKAY! We don’t expect everyone to go full throttle. Enter anyways and challenge yourself and your horse and have FUN!

09/18/2025

Open, WTC, and WT Arena Pattern and Obstacle Pattern.

We are accepting pre-entries for our Elk Creek Quarter Horses Extreme Obstacle Race #3 on September 28!

Sign up here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DQSIkWdsW0yxEjajBLZtrQAAAAAAAAAAAANAAVHmmIZUNFVYSTVPVFNWVFYyTU5XN1pPTlkxNlc1Ty4u

No payment required. Please have updated rabies and coggins for each horse. We would love to get paperwork out of the way before the morning of the event!

We will have 4 classes:
In-hand - $20 entry
Walk-Trot (All Ages) - $30 entry
Walk-Trot-Canter (All Ages) - $30 entry
Open - $50 entry

This race will be completed in two rounds separated into arena work and obstacle work outside of the arena. Times for each round will be added together for a final total used to determine winners.

Who can participate?:
While this event is focused on ranch style obstacles every discipline is welcome to participate! There is no tack requirement- come in your western or english tack or even ba****ck if you want the challenge!

Our only requirement is everyone wear proper boots- no sneakers or driving shoes as you may have to get off your horse and we don’t want any one getting stepped on.

Please note- NYS law requires anyone under the age of 18 to wear a riding helmet.

What kind of obstacles are there?:
Our arena obstacles include things like dummy steer rope attempt, poles, side passes, backing and more.
Our outside obstacle course obstacles include things like log drags, gates, creek crossing, stairs, and more. Our outside obstacle course simulates real trail conditions- there may be rocks, sticks, mud, etc.

What do you win?:
This is a 3 show buckle series. The rider with the top points at the end of the series will win a buckle. We have additional prizes and money for each show.

What if I am not comfortable going fast? That’s OKAY! We don’t expect everyone to go full throttle. Enter anyways and challenge yourself and your horse and have FUN!

09/16/2025

Enough people are interested!

We will began at 6pm on Wednesday.

Thanks, all!

Thank you all who attended the Cattle Handling Clinic with Brandon Tefft Saturday. It was a great day to chase some cows!

Some of you expressed interest in having an instructed sorting practice.

Robert Klinger will be available to help you all Wednesday (9/17) evening if we can get enough people.

Who’s interested? 🙋🏼‍♀️

Please message me if you would like to attend or want more information.

09/15/2025

Happy National Day of the Cowgirl!

Today we celebrate the grit, heart, and spirit of the cowgirl. At Elk Creek Quarter Horses and Sales, LLC, we’re proud to be surrounded by incredible women who embody the true meaning of the word.

From the talented female clinicians who share their knowledge and help others grow, to the fierce competitors who shine in the arena, to the women who quietly show up every single day for themselves and their horses—this is what being a cowgirl is all about.

It’s not just about buckles and blue ribbons. It’s about the early mornings, the late nights, the patience, and the partnership. It’s about resilience, courage, and the unwavering bond between a cowgirl and her horse.

Here’s to the women who lead with passion, inspire others, and never stop striving—whether they’re in the spotlight or working hard behind the scenes. You are the backbone of the western way of life, and we are proud to ride alongside you.

Happy National Day of the Cowgirl!

09/15/2025

Thank you all who attended the Cattle Handling Clinic with Brandon Tefft Saturday. It was a great day to chase some cows!

Some of you expressed interest in having an instructed sorting practice.

Robert Klinger will be available to help you all Wednesday (9/17) evening if we can get enough people.

Who’s interested? 🙋🏼‍♀️

Please message me if you would like to attend or want more information.

09/03/2025

✨ Upcoming Events ✨

🐂 Cattle Handling Clinic with Brandon Tefft (September 13)
➡️ Limited spots available – don’t wait to grab yours!

🤠 Fundamentals of Ranch Sorting with Mike Snow & Court Chambers (September 27)
➡️ Rider spots are full – waitlist available. Auditors welcome!

🏆 Elk Creek Extreme Obstacle Race (September 28)
➡️ Pre-entries opening soon!
➡️ Stick around after the race for lessons with Greg Robinson – you choose the focus: cattle work, flag work, obstacles, or general horsemanship. Please let me know if you’re interested.

🐎 Barrel Racing Clinic with Crystal Marshall (October 4)
➡️ Spots still available – sign up today!

09/02/2025

🐴 Horses have long played a central role in New York’s agriculture and culture, from their historic importance in farming and transportation to their presence today in racing, recreation, and equestrian sport. Whether on the farm, in the ring, or on the trail, our photo contest category this month, “New York’s Horsepower,” invites you to showcase the many ways horses enrich our state—capturing their power, grace, and partnership with the people who care for them!

🐎 From youth horse shows at county fairs to working horses on farms, the thrill of the racetrack to the quiet moments of care and companionship, send us the photos that highlight New York’s equine industry!

🎠 To submit a photo for consideration, email it with a brief description of the photo to [email protected] by September 25. Visit https://agriculture.ny.gov/agricultural-photo-contest to see the full contest details.

09/02/2025

If the rain holds off, we will have cows in the sorting pens Friday, September 5. $25/rider. 6pm.

08/29/2025

As we gear up for our final obstacle race of the season, we want to hear from YOU! 🐴

🔸 What’s been your favorite obstacle from this year (or past years)?
🔶 Is there an obstacle you’ve always wanted to try—whether you’ve seen it at other events or online?

Drop your ideas below ⬇️—we love hearing what challenges get riders and horses excited!