PRE-ENTRY IS REQUIRED!!  THERE WILL BE NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION!

 

LOCATION / DIRECTIONS: Scout Camp is located in the Carson River Ranch area
of Fort Churchill State Historic Park, Silver Springs, NV. Camp is located approximately 11 miles south of Silver Springs (where you may find fuel, groceries, feed, and auto supplies) via US-95 ALT. Just south of Buckland Station on the banks of the Carson River turn east onto Simpson Rd (the Pony Express Route). Follow the Pony Express Route dirt road 1¼ miles east and turn left through the cattle guard into the Scout Camp. Ride Camp is open from Friday thru Sunday. Scout Camp is located adjacent to the Carson River. It is a large, dispersed camping area that includes picnic tables, fire rings with grill tops, two vault toilets, and multiple horse corrals. Scout Camp is a carry-in, carry-out trash area. Horse manure needs to be picked up and carried out, or disposed of in the designated manure dump area. CAMPSITES MUST BE LEFT COMPLETELY CLEAN!!!

HISTORY: An integral part of the history of Nevada and the American West, Fort Churchill was built in 1860 to provide protection for early settlers and westbound emigrants and guard the Pony Express and telegraph lines. Today the ruins are preserved in a state of arrested decay within Fort Churchill State Historic Park, and visitors can walk designated trails to observe the ruins. The park also includes the renovated Buckland Station, an important way station in the 1800s for pioneer travelers on the Overland Route.

Nevada’s first, largest and most elaborate military outpost was active from its establishment in July 1860, through an era rife with local and national conflict, and up to its abandonment in the fall of 1869. During this tumultuous yet significant decade in the history of Nevada and the American West, Fort Churchill helped to bring about a semblance of Federal control over a quickly developing and resource-rich area that lacked effective government control. The troops stationed at Fort Churchill protected California-bound emigrants, safeguarded the Pony Express and telegraph lines, fought battles and skirmishes with local Native Americans, protected area settlements, intervened in miner’s disputes and quelled any uprisings brought about by the Civil War.

The Carson River Ranches were acquired for public recreation in 1990, providing the first-ever opportunity to connect state park units. In 1994, the State of Nevada purchased the 3,229 acres of ranch land along the Carson River corridor between the Fort Churchill State Historic Park and the Lahontan State Recreational Area. Included in that purchase was the Bucklands Pony Express Station, which was restored and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997.

NASTR TRAILS PROJECT: In 1998-1999, NASTR members provided volunteer trail building labor for the project at several work parties. The project included clearing and signage for seven trail heads, a rest room and horse corrals, camp areas and approximately 30 miles of trail connecting the two State Park units, as well as BLM lands. The trails accommodate non-motorized users, equestrians, hikers, 4-H, campers, hunters, mountain bikers and educational activities and canoeing on the Carson River.  NASTR continues to maintain the section of trial along the Carson River annually in preparation for the ride season.

PARK RULES: All vehicles are subject to park fees, payable by cash or check only. Day Use $5/vehicle/day. Overnight Camping $15/vehicle/day. Quiet hours are in effect from 10pm-7am. Pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6-ft or contained inside a vehicle; owners are responsible for cleaning up pet waste. Fires are restricted to portable stoves and grill or fire rings provided by the park; cutting, gathering, or removal of wood or plant material is not permitted. Leave no trace; please leave the area as clean or cleaner than you found it.

Riders will pay thier own camping fees.  Upon arrival take an envelope at the kiosk, fill it out and place your payment inside.  Hang the tag on your dash where it is easily visible and bring the envelop to ride management when you check in.  You will not be allowed to check in without proof of payment for camping fees.  This is not negotiable.

TRAIL DESCRIPTION: All trails will be laid out in a loop configuration, with ONE out vet check. Riders will enjoy scenic canyon climbs, desert washes, natural springs, stock tanks, dry lake terrain over jeep roads, and winding single track trails along the Carson River under the mighty Cottonwood trees. The majority of the footing is sandy however there are some areas of rock and gravel road. The trail is mostly flat with several gradual climbs.

Crews will have access to any away-vet checks. Hay and water will be provided by ride management at away vet checks. The 50 mile ride is the 1st qualifier for the NASTR Trifecta and/or NASTR Triple Crown.  The 25 mile ride is the 1st qualifier for the NASTR Hat Trick.

Riders will be sent electronic copies of the map to print off or download.  We will be using the Rides with GPS app.  Files will be sent to download the week before the ride.  Cell service is not reliable at this camp site so we highly recommend downloading everything prior to leaving home.

RIDERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY WHILE CROSSING PAVED ROADS!!!

PRE-RIDE VET CHECK / RIDE MEETING: Our ride control judges will be Dr. Betsy Lau as Head Control Judge, Dr. Hannah Leventhal as Treatment, and Dr. Susan McCartney.  Vetting will begin upon the arrival of the veterinarians, approximately 4:00 pm Friday. All ride information will be sent out the week prior to the ride.  We will hold a brief ride meeting at 6pm on Friday to cover any last minute changes, to review the trail and answer any questions you may have.  

STARTING TIMES: 50 mile ride begins at 7:00 am, 25 mile ride begins at 8:00 am Intro Ride begins at 9:00

MEALS: Everyone's favorite Taco Truck will be on site to provide all riders with one meal. Additional meals may be purchased with cash.

AWARDS: Completion awards will be given to all successful finishers. There will also be awards for the Overall Winner, 1st in each weight division, 1st Junior, Best Condition and Top Ten for the 50 mile ride. A Best Condition Award will be given on the 25 mile ride. Please pick up your awards if you are not staying for the awards presentation, or have someone pick them up for you, otherwise they will be forfeited. Completion awards for all Intro Riders will also be presented

SERIES RIDES: The Nevada Derby is the first event in our NASTR Triple Crown, Trifecta and Hat Trick Ride Series.  Our series rides feature the beautiful Northern Nevada valleys, deserts, foothills, and mountains. We invite you to test yourself and your horse, and join us in the fun and challenge, as well as the special awards. Nomination fees are $20 if paid at the time of Nevada Derby, $25 before the NASTR Ride, or $30 if paid at the final ride of the series.  We are offering the traditional Triple Crown (Nevada Derby 50, NASTR 75, Virginia City 100), the NASTR Trifecta (Nevada Derby 50, NASTR 50, Red Rock Rumble 50) and NASTR Hat Trick (Nevada Derby 25, NASTR 30, Red Rock Rumble 30).  

INTRO RIDE!!! The Intro ride is a great way to enjoy a fun day with friends on a well marked trail, veterinary support and a meal.  You are welcome to camp overnight, attend the ride meetings and social events.  Get a taste of what endurance events are all about at your own comfortable pace.  Relax and watch the other distances, see how a vet check is run, learn how to pulse and cool your horse and much much more!  

The trail will be marked.  Riders will present thier horse for short vet exam (trot out, hydration, pulse and gut sounds) before and after thier ride.

Distance: 5 miles

​​Important Things to Know:

- You must present your horse to the vet before beginning the course and after you complete the course

- No AERC membership is required for the intro ride

- Entry includes meal ticket for the Taco Truck

- All junior riders must wear helmets

- The ride is on property open to the public. You may see hikers, bikers, riders, dog walkers, etc. Please be courteous to other users - if BLM receives complaints, we may not be invited back.

​Entry includes:

- Vet checks (pre and post ride) and completion award. A completion award is awarded when the horse and rider complete the course and the horse passes the final vet exam judged "fit to continue" with a pulse of 60 beats per minute or lower; marked trail and a meal.

​RIDE FEES:

50 mile - $150

25 Mile - $130

Intro - $35

Junior Discount $65.00 (coupon code JR2023)

NASTR member discoount $5.00 (coupon code MEMBER2023)

Late Fee (received after 3/18/23) $40.00

Ride Manager:  Laura Mayes (530) 313-3779

Email:  lauramayes85@gmail.com

Ride Secretary:  Tami Rougeau (775) 250-1042

Email:  ridenastr@gmail.com

1.The rides are sanctioned by AERC and will comply with the AERC rules and regulations. It is the responsibility of the rider to know the rules and regulations which can be found at www.aerc.org

2. All riders are totally responsible for self, crew, and equine (before, during, and after the ride).

3. Loose dogs may result in rider disqualification. KEEP YOUR DOGS ON A LEASH OR WITHIN YOUR RIG AT ALL TIMES.

4. NASTR rides are open to all persons and equines.

5. Riders or their crews, who are in any way rude or insulting to Control Judges, treatment vets, ride management, volunteers, local landowners, or other trail users, will risk disqualification of the rider.

6. A "Junior" is a rider under the age of 16 as of December 1st in the year of competition, and MUST be accompanied by a Senior sponsor, at least 18 years old, at all times. A change of sponsor during the ride may not be made unless approved by management. ALL JUNIOR RIDERS MUST WEAR AN APPROVED SAFETY HELMET.

7. There shall be no unauthorized horses on the trail.

8. Horses must be at least 48 months old for the 25 miler and 60 months old for the 50 miler, as confirmed by the Ride Control Judges

9. No pregnant or nursing mares will be allowed.

10. The same horse and rider must pass all control points, and stay on the marked trail, in order to qualify for any awards.

11. There will be no ties allowed.

12.The ride must be completed in 6 hours for the 25 miler and 12 hours for the 50 miler (in elapsed time) to qualify for awards.

13. Horses must be shod or have some kind of hoof protection.

14. All matters concerning the horse will be made final by the Head Control Judge.

15. All horses shall be presented for a pre-ride veterinary inspection, between the designated hours of the ride.

16. The same horse and rider must pass all control points and stay on the marked trail to qualify for completion.

17. Riders/horse owners are financially responsible for any emergency veterinary treatment provided.

18. Abuse of the horse and/or use of drugs is prohibited. All horses shall be subject to a blood and urine test.

19. Ride management reserves the right to interpret these rules and regulations as necessary, to insure the continuity of the ride, and will settle any questions or disputes that might arise from any incident that might occur during the ride.

20. Violation of any of these rules shall be grounds for disqualification of horse and rider from the ride.

The Nevada All-State Trail Riders, Inc. (NASTR) is a 501(c3) non-profit corporation founded in 1968 for the purpose of preserving historical trails in Nevada by sponsoring and promoting horse back riding on these trails. Since its formation, NASTR members have been instrumental in providing leadership and fostering the growth of the sport of Endurance Riding in the United States. Your tax-deductible financial support is appreci ated. Our website is at http://www.nastr.org

 

 

Take on the challenge of the NASTR rides!
Choose your distance and Ride Nevada!

Nevada All-State Trail Riders is proud to offer FOUR different series options for the horse and rider teams who wish to complete a series of events over the season in order to challenge themselves, receive additional prizes, and recognition.  We hope you take on the challenge of joining these optional series events.

Entry fees for each series are progressively higher the longer you wait.  You MUST enter BEFORE the ride starts to receive that fee rate and you must enter prior to the LAST ride of the series to qualify for any awards.

Entry Fees as follows:  $20 before first ride, $25 before second ride, $30 before third ride.

Embroidered jackets will be awarded to all horse and rider teams who finish all three rides (same horse and same rider).  Embroidered vests will be awarded to any RIDER who completes all three rides on different horses.  Embroidered hay bags will be awarded for individual HORSE who completes the series with multiple riders. 

 !!!NEW!!!!  NASTR YOU DIDN'T DIE INTRO RIDE SERIES!!!!

Nevada Derby Intro- April 1, 2023
NASTR Intro - June 10, 2023
Red Rock Rumble Intro- October 14, 2023

NASTR HAT TRICK - LIMITED DISTANCE RIDE SERIES

Nevada Derby 25 - April 1, 2023
NASTR 30 - June 10, 2023
Red Rock Rumble 30 - October 14, 2023

For the horse and rider team who wish to participate on our 25 / 30 mile events.

Grand Champion - Embroidered Horse Sheet/Cooler

 NASTR TRIFECTA - 50-MILE RIDE SERIES

Nevada Derby 50 - April 1, 2023
NASTR 50 - June 10, 2023
Red Rock Rumble 50 - October 14, 2023

For the horse and rider team who wish to participate on our 50 mile events. 

 Grand Champion - Embroidered Horse Sheet/Cooler

 NASTR TRIPLE CROWN - THE ULTIMATE NASTR CHALLENGE

Nevada Derby 50 - April 1, 2023
NASTR 75 - June 10, 2023
Virginia City 100 - September 16, 2023

The ultimate test offered by the NASTR Club including our signature event, the Virginia City 100-Mile One-Day Ride.  Placing is based on cumulative ride time.

Triple Crown Series Awards also include:

Grand Champion - Embroidered Horse Blanket
Reserve Champion - Embroidered Horse Sheet
3rd Place - Free entry to Virginia City 100
4th Place - Free entry to NASTR 75
5th Place - Free entry to Nevada Derby 50
Junior Champion - Embroidered Sheet

 

I wish to participate in the NASTR Nevada Derby ride. I agree to abide by the rules of AERC and those of the aforementioned ride.

I understand that endurance riding involves being in remote areas for extended periods of time, far from communications, transportation, and medical facilities. These areas have many natural and man-made hazards to include wild and domestic animals such as cows, coyotes, wild horses, sheep, goats, snakes, squirels, mice and birds, which ride management cannot anticipate, identify, modify or eliminate; that horses can be excitable, difficult to control, and unpredictable; and that accidents can happen to anyone at anytime.  I am aware this endurance ride covers difficult terrain, on trails where the footing for horses may be unsure, and will include highway crossing hazards.  I further acknowledge that competitive or "endurance" riding over considerable distances contains inherent risks of injury and damage to me personally, to my equine, and my equipment.  I agree to take full responsibility for myself and the animal I am riding.

Knowing these facts, I, nevertheless, in consideration of your accepting this entry, do hereby for myself, heirs, executors, and administrators, waive and release the above named ride, and all other persons, organizations, and agencies, regardless of their capacity in any way connected with the above named ride, or their representatives, heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns from any and all right, claim or liability for damages, or for any and all injuries that may be sustained by me, including injuries to animals, or from any and all claims of any kind or nature that I might have. I will hold AERC, the Nevada All- State Trail Riders, Inc. all ride personnel and all property owners over whose land the ride passes blameless for any accident, injury, or loss that might occur due to my participation in the ride, and free from all liability for such injury or loss. 

Further, I do hereby acknowledge that said release will extend to any accidents, damages, or claims arising out of my entry, caused by my own acts or anyone or any animals within my control.

I do acknowledge that I read the foregoing paragraphs, and know and understand the contents thereof.

for and in consideration of our child's participation in the above named Ride, do hereby release all persons charged with official capacity in the execution of such Ride, from all claims, demands, suits, or liabilities which otherwise arise by virtue of injury to or occasioned by our child or any horse under such child's direction or control. We do further authorize any officer, manager, director, or supervisory personnel of the above named Ride, to consent on our behalf, to any emergency medical treatment by a properly licensed person, which may be required for our child, and do agree to indemnify, and hold harmless, anyone giving such consent. I declare under penalty that the foregoing is true and correct.

Junior Riders use coupon code JR2023

NASTR Members current for 2023 use coupon code MEMBER2023

NO SHOWS WILL RECEIVE NO REFUND.  Late fee of $40 is due for all ride entries received after March 18th.  Payment must be received for Ride Entry to be considered final.  Cancellations prior to Saturday, March 26, will receive a full refund.  Cancellations on or after March 27 will receive all but $40.00.  Refunds will be paid within 30 days.

Pay ONLINE via PAYPAL!  It's our preferred method of payment!  Here's how:

1. Go to Paypal.com and log into your account (or create an account)
2. Click "Send Money"
3. Pay to email RideNASTR@gmail.com 
4. Make your payment via your linked debit or credit card.  Please be sure to note "NV Derby" in the comment section.

Payment MUST be received in order to fully hold your spot in the entry list.  We recommend paying via PayPal to make the process as fast as possible.

Ride Manager:  Laura Mayes (530) 313-3779

Email:  lauramayes85@gmail.com

Ride Secretary:  Tami Rougeau (775) 250-1042

Email:  ridenastr@gmail.com