PRE-ENTRY IS REQUIRED!!  THERE WILL BE NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION! PAY USING PAYPAL AT THE END OF THE ENTRY!!!! CASH AND CHECK PAYMENT MUST BE ARRANGED WITH RIDE MANAGEMENT PRIOR TO FILLING OUT YOUR ENTRY 

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 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, and two vault toilets.

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!!! In the event that the river is high enough to flood Scout Camp, we will move camp up to the road across from Scout Camp.

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 trailheads, a restroom 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 parking 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 their 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 envelope to ride management when you check in.

You will not be allowed to check in without proof of payment for camping fees. DO NOT try to place your camping envelope in the kiosk that is taped shut and bagged.  DO NOT tell the check in person that you did.  You will have to fill out another envelope and pay in order to get your rider packet.  This is not negotiable.

TRAIL DESCRIPTION: All trails will be laid out in a loop configuration, with all vet checks in camp. 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.

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. The Intro Ride is the first qualifier in the Did You Die? Series.

Riders will be sent electronic copies of the map to print off or download.  Trails will be marked with flagging and we will also be using the Rides with GPS app.  Files will be sent to download the Wednesday 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. Susan McCartney as Head Control Judge and Dr. Betsy Lau as Treatment vet plus 2 vets from the FEI team.  Vetting will begin upon the arrival of the veterinarians, approximately 4:00 pm Friday. Vetting is also available the morning of the ride.  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: The 100-mile ride will start at 0500; the 75-mile ride will start at 0530; the 65-mile ride will start at 0530; 50-mile ride begins at 7:00 am, 25-mile ride begins at 8:00 am, and the Intro Ride begins at 9:00am.

MEALS: There will be food provided on Saturday.  Each rider and volunteer will get one meal ticket.  Additional meals can be purchased from the vendor.

AWARDS: Completion awards will be given to all successful finishers of the 100, 75, 65, 50, 25 and Intro rides. There will also be awards for the Overall Winner, 1st in each weight division, 1st Junior, Best Condition and Top Ten for the 100-, 75-, 65- and 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.  We will have awards ceremonies for all distances with Intro and 25 Mile approx. 3 pm, 50 at 6pm, 65, 75 and 100 at 0900 Sunday morning

SERIES RIDES: The Nevada Derby is the first event in our NASTR Triple Crown, Trifecta, Hat Trick, and Did You Die? 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 $25 if paid at the time of Nevada Derby, $30 before the NASTR Ride, or $35 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) and the Intro ride series Did You Die? (Nevada Derby Intro, NASTR Intro and Red Rock Rumble Intro).  

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 their horse for a short vet exam (trot out, hydration, pulse and gut sounds) before and after their ride.

Distance: 10 miles or you can do the 15-mile first loop of the LD

​​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 Food 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 a 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.

SANCTIONING: All 5 rides are AERC Sanctioned.  The 65-, 75- and 100-mile ride is also sanctioned for FEI

​RIDE FEES:

100 mile - $220

75 mile - $190

65 mile - $175

50 mile - $160

25 Mile - $140

Intro - $40

Junior Discount $65.00 (coupon code JR2026)

NASTR member discount $5.00 (coupon code MEMBER2026) You must have renewed prior to the ride for the 2026 season or on this entry in order to take the NASTR Member discount.

Late Fee (received after 3/27/26) $40.00

Ride Manager:  Laura Mayes (530) 313-3779

Email:  lauramayes85@gmail.com

Ride Secretary:  Sam DiMuzio (775) 622-5372

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

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

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

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

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

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

18. 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.

19. 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

 

 

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 JR2025

NASTR Members current for 2025 use coupon code MEMBER2025

NO SHOWS WILL RECEIVE NO REFUND.  Late fee of $40 is due for all ride entries received after March 27th.  Payment must be received for Ride Entry to be considered final.  Cancellations prior to Saturday, March 28 will receive a full refund, less PayPal fees. Cancellations on or after March 28 will receive all but $40.00.  No refund for no shows.  Refunds will be paid within 30 days.

Pay Via Zelle to ridenastr@gmail.com with no fees.  Contact us at ridenastr@gmail.com to get a coupon code once you have paid via Zelle.

If you would like to pay via check you can mail the check to:  NASTR PO Box 4014 Carson City Nevada 89701.  Once your check is recieved you will be sent a coupon code to use for your entry.

To Pay via PayPal simply complete the entry and hit submit.  It will take you to your Paypal account and you can submit payment.  Any refunds to entries using Paypal will be less fees charged.

Please make a note on your payment that this is for Nevada Derby, the rider name and distance.

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:  Sam DiMuzio (775) 622-5372

Email:  ridenastr@gmail.com

I wish to participate in the 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.