2013 Happenings
Lots of good stuff year 'round at Cherry Wood!
Febuary 16 - 18
Red Wine and Chocolate - Rattlesnake Hills
No tickets required for this FREE event. Three delicious days of wine and chocolate! An annual tradition for more than 20 years. Experience complimentary samples of award-winning wines, decadent chocolates, and weekend specials. (Visitors must have a wine glass to taste.) Luscious red wines and ports, white wines, and ice wines are paired with chocolate delicacies in numerous winery tasting rooms.
April 19 - 21
Rattlesnake Hills Pre-Spring Barrel Tasting
This is your chance to sample new Rattlesnake Hills’ wines straight from the barrel. At this Pre-Barrel Tasting weekend, crowds are smaller, allowing for a more intimate experience than the Spring Barrel Tasting the following weekend. There is no cost or ticket needed to attend this event; however some wineries do charge a tasting fee. It’s a great way to beat the crowds and enjoy new wines with a group of friends or family.
April 22
Mat to Saddle with Tiffany Fewel
Rider preparation for Jayton Lord reined cow horse clinic. A full afternoon of classes specifically designed to help riders be more relaxed and balanced in the saddle and more ready to learn. Private one-on-one bodywork sessions may be scheduled with Tiffany throughout the clinic.
April 23 - 25
Jaton Lord Clinic
Jaton was a presenter at the 2013 A Legacy of Legends and is a third generation ranch-raised horseman from southern Idaho. He had the unique opportunity to travel extensively with his grandparents Ray and Carolyn Hunt for three years, accompanying them to clinics across the United States and as far as Australia and Europe. After spending time on the road, he returned home to cowboy for several summers on the VanNorman and Petan Ranches in northern Nevada. This combination of clinical learning and practical application has enabled him to become a successful horse trainer in his own right. For the past two years he worked as an assistant trainer to Annie Reynolds, a competitor in the National Reined Cow Horse Association. He now oversees the remuda at the famed O RO Ranch in northern Arizona.
April 26 - 28
Wine Yakima Valley's Spring Barrel Tasting
Spring Barrel tasting is another great chance to get a jump on tasting and purchasing the best wines in the valley. Sample new wines from the barrel and get a sneak preview of upcoming vintages from your favorite wineries. Winemakers and cellar staff will be on hand to share insights and answer questions about the winemaking process. Many of the participating wineries enhance the wine tasting experience by adding delicious cheeses, sauces, salsas, and even desserts to the mix along with special tasting offerings.
May 11
Canine and Wine Walk, starting right here at CWBBB
Help us raise funds for rescue dogs. Bring your pooch and come along for a walk through the vineyards. Starts at 11am at Cherry Wood BB&B. Stop at selected wineries and sample Yakima Valley wines while your canine companion enjoys fresh water and yummy treats. Join us for all or part of the walk.
May 30
Mat to Saddle with Tiffany Fewel
Rider preparation for Joe Wolter versatility ranch horse clinic (May 31 through June 2). A full afternoon of classes specifically designed to help riders be more relaxed and balanced in the saddle. Taking this time to slow down and work on movement and awareness will help put riders into a better learning state for the weekend ahead and give them addition tools to connect with their horses. Light refreshments will be provided during breaks. Private one-on-one bodywork sessions may be scheduled with Tiffany throughout the clinic. More about Joe at www.joewolter.com
May 31 - June 2
Joe Wolter Clinic: Versatility Ranch Horse (dry work)
As winner of the inaugural AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse competition at the Ft. Worth Stock Show back in 2002, Joe has been there since the beginning. Whether you want to compete or just want a new challenge, this class will cover all the working aspects of the event – ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch cutting, and working ranch horse. www.joewolter.com
June 15
Natural Connections Retreat with Tiffany Fewel
A full day of Feldenkrais starts with a hayride to a local winery for movement and awareness exercises on the winery lawn or inside the barrel room. Includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day. The following day participants may chose to book a horseback wine ride and apply the increased awareness and balance they gained the day before.
August 3
Natural Connections Retreat with Tiffany Fewel
A full day of Feldenkrais starts with a hayride to a local winery for movement and awareness exercises on the winery lawn or inside the barrel room. Includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day. The following day participants may chose to book a horseback wine ride and apply the increased awareness and balance they gained the day before.
October 4
Mat to Saddle with Tiffany Fewel
Rider preparation for Joe Wolter versatility ranch horse clinic (October 5 - 7). A full afternoon of classes specifically designed to help riders be more relaxed and balanced in the saddle. Taking this time to slow down and work on movement and awareness will help put riders into a better learning state for the weekend ahead and give them addition tools to connect with their horses. Light refreshments will be provided during breaks. Private one-on-one bodywork sessions may be scheduled with Tiffany throughout the clinic. More about Joe at www.joewolter.com
Oct 5 - 7
Joe Wolter Clinic: Versatility Ranch Horse (cow work)
As winner of the inaugural AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse competition at the Ft. Worth Stock Show back in 2002, Joe has been there since the beginning. Whether you want to compete or just want a new challenge, this class will cover all the working aspects of the event – ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch cutting, and working ranch horse. www.joewolter.com
