Castle Country Riders is a dedicated gymkhana group in Ione, California that is active District 27 of the California Gymkhana Association. Gymkhana is an action packed sport consisting of timed skill and speed events on horseback. We run bi-monthly shows, rain or shine, consisting of a rotating schedule of 13 different events at the Howard Park covered arena in Ione, California. We operate a snack bar, serving breakfast to specialty menus of excellent fare and beverages, in a family atmosphere and with vendors attending shows. All participants are welcome with special emphasis by district members available to help new riders to the sport. Our show season runs from November through April, primarily during the inclement weather months of the year when you can't ride anywhere else outdoors. We give out daily prizes to 1st through 5th place and High Point and Reserve awards in all 7 horse and pony divisions in addition to Lead-Liners and you may accumulate points toward our year end standings. Thousands of dollars are spent on super prizes for riders each season. Points are also sent to the CGA for year end awards on a statewide level. Gymkhana divisions are designed to allow any rider from beginner to hall of famer to participate and win. During the season we run our Annual Castle Country Challenge Buckle Series where riders compete for Custom Trophy Buckles and other specialty series awards. Come on out to ride or just come to watch the action. Spectators and parking are always free. Visit us at www.cga27.com for information, show schedules, pictures, and contact information.