🌟 The Trail Awards – Now Even Better! 🌟
We’re thrilled to unveil the new and improved WES Trail Awards programme – launching with immediate effect!
Whether you’re just starting your western riding adventure or already logging serious hours on the trail, there’s never been a better time to get involved.
🐎 What’s New?
✅ More Awards, Same Price!
We’ve added more milestones and more fabulous rewards – all while keeping the one-off £40 sign-up fee the same.
You just need to be an active WES member for the duration of your Trail Awards journey.
🎁 What You’ll Receive
- On sign-up: Hi-viz tabard (NEW!)
- 50 hours: Certificate + First Aid Kit
- 100 hours: SOS Saddle Tag
- 250 hours: Special Rosette + Water Bottle
- 350 hours: Softshell Jacket
- 500 hours: Inscribed Silver Belt Buckle by Montana Silversmiths
BONUS for current participants – You’ll receive the new hi-viz tabard too, no matter where you are on your journey!
🔥 NEW: The 1,000 Hour Challenge!
Already hit the 500-hour milestone? You can now enter the 1,000 Hours Challenge for just £25.
- Track your hours annually
- Stay an active WES member
- Reach 1,000 hours and earn a personalised WES-branded Clique Idaho Jacket with your name (or your horse’s!) and “1,000 hours” proudly displayed.
🧳 More Inclusive Tack Rules
No western saddle? No problem!
You can now log hours in ANY tack, including stock saddles and English tack.
Perfect for those starting out in western riding or transitioning from other styles.
🦮 New In-Hand Option
Got a young horse, a golden oldie, or one in rehab?
You can now complete up to 250 hours in-hand, including long-lining. We know trail time matters – no matter how it’s done.
🚨 Safety First!
We’re putting safety front and centre. We recommend:
- Helmets while riding
- Well-fitted tack
- Gloves, hats, and sturdy boots for in-hand work
- Hi-viz for you and your horse
- A mobile phone and a first aid kit on every outing