June Long Weekend

Myles Standish State Forest in Carver MA is the location for the June 2026 ride. Camp will be on property owned by the Boy Scout Camp Squanto just outside the state forest.   At over 12,400 acres, Myles Standish State Forest is the largest public open space in southeastern Massachusetts. The protected forest was established in 1916.  The landscape in Myles Standish State Forest offers sights of significant and rare formations, such as Pine Barrens and kettle ponds. The Pine Barrens are ecosystems defined by large areas of tall Pitch Pines, growing on sandy, infertile soil. The Pine Barrens in the Myles Standish State Forest are the third largest in the world.   There are 58 kettle ponds in the forest, created by holes left from glaciers. 

June 12 - 14, 2026 is the date of the CSTR Spring Memorial Trail Ride. We will have more details for you at our Annual Meeting and Dinner in March and entry forms will be available in the Spring Newsletter

 Mileage:  The mileage each day is usually between 10 and 15 miles, and a route is planned for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.  There will be NO driving. 

• Bring your own horse & people water. 
• Bring your own grain and hay for your horse.
• Everyone in camp must be registered with the ride and pay the fee. Registration is for the weekend only.
• No Dogs or other pets.
• Bring Manure bucket and fork to facilitate cleanup
• Welcome Party on Friday evening at 7 pm to which all are invited - The Welcome Party is included in the entry fee.  We do a potluck with people bringing side dishes and desserts. CSTR provides plates, silverware, etc. as well as a cooked ham for the main entree.
• Entry fees include camping Friday and Saturday nights, and Welcome Potluck Party on Friday, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on Saturday and Breakfast and lunch on Sunday. Saturday and Sunday meals are catered.
• CSTR requires a valid Coggins Test
• You are strongly urged to secure a health certificate if you have to cross state lines and you may need to carry a certificate of rabies vaccination. Contact your own vet for instructions.