Old Dominion Equestrian Endurance Organization, Inc.
Calendar of Events
2026 ODEEO Rides
Online ride entries will be uploaded to the website approximately one month before the scheduled ride. The ride entries webpage will have all the ride information regarding ride camp, schedule of events, facilities available, driving directions, crew instructions, and any other pertinent information.
No Frills
Friday, April 17:
Endurance / Limited Distance: 55, 30 miles
Ride & Tie / Equathon: 55, 30, 20, and 10 miles, and 10/10 and 20/10 Equathon
Saturday, April 18:
Endurance / Limited Distance: 55, 30 miles, Intro Ride
Ride & Tie / Equathon: 55, 30, 20, and 10 miles, and 10/10 and 20/10 Equathon
Join us in Star Tannery, Virginia for a "no frills" early season ride! Bring your own food, water (if you can), and come join us on the trails designed by John Crandell, III. We will offer 55 and 30 mile events and ride and ties. No formal meals except for volunteers, something small for awards, and, well, the name says it all, no frills. It will be great fun and a great ride so plan to start your season with us.
Old Dominion Ride & AERC National Championship
Thursday, June 11: (National Championship)
Endurance / Limited Distance: 55 miles
Friday, June 12: (OD Open)
Endurance / Limited Distance: 55, 25 miles
Ride & Tie / Equathon: 55, 20, 12, and 6 miles, and 12/6, 12/12, and 20/12 Equathon
Saturday, June 13: (National Championship & OD Open)
Endurance / Limited Distance: 100 miles
Ride & Tie / Equathon: 100, 20, 12, and 6 miles and 12/6, 12/12, and 20/12 Equathon
A true test of one horse, one rider, and the trail: scenic, spectacular, historic, undeniably difficult, but ultimately a ride that you can complete. The Old Dominion is what the slogan of the American Endurance Ride Conference means: “To Finish is to Win.” A point to point ride known to some as The Beast of the East.
Ride & Tie Clinic Weekend
Saturday August 8:
Night Ride & Tie / Equathon: 20, 12, and 6 miles and 12/6 and 12/12 Equathon
Night Riding Practice: 20, 12, and 6 miles
Sunday August 9:
Day Ride & Tie / Equathon: 20, 12, and 6 miles and 12/6 and 12/12 Equathon
Held at Base Camp, the Ride & Tie Clinic Weekend is a chance to see what Ride and Tie is all about. Attend a clinic Saturday afternoon, compete in the dark Saturday night, and try your luck in the daytime Sunday morning. A full two days of Ride & Tie-ing.
Fort Valley
Friday, October 16:
Endurance / Limited Distance: 50, 30 miles
Ride & Tie / Equathon: 50, 30, and 15 miles and 15/5 and 15/15 Equathon
Saturday, October 17:
Endurance / Limited Distance: 50, 30 miles, Intro Ride
Ride & Tie / Equathon: 50, 30, and 15 miles and 15/5 and 15/15 Equathon
If you are a big believer in variety being the spice of life, then Fort Valley is for you! Since the rides are held in mid-October, they are enhanced by the world famous Virginia fall foliage. They also feature robust food, comfortable camping, and a choice of events that appeal to the entire endurance community, from national champions to first time novices.
2026 ODEEO Clinics, Seminars, and Webinars
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In-Person Drag Rider Clinic - February 14
12:00-3:00 p.m. @ TriCounty Feeds in Marshall, VA ​​
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For information on webinars, contact Clinic Registration.
For information on the drag rider clinic, contact Duane Martin.
2026 ODEEO Work Days
Work days are dates set aside to prepare the ODEEO base camps for upcoming rides. From maintaining trails, to assembling top 10 prizes, cleaning the pump house, mowing the 16-acre field, and more.
Any and all help is appreciated and welcome!
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Bring yourself, your lunch, a way to stay cool, and any equipment you're comfortable bringing. For any questions or if you're interested in participating, contact Diane Connolly.
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March 21, 2026 - No Frills Trail Clearing
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May 9, 2026 - Workday at Base Camp with Meeting afterwards
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May 23-24, 2026 - Old Dominion Base Camp and Trail Work
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September 26, 2026 - Workday at Fort Valley Base Camp and Trail Work
2026 Board Meetings
ODEEO Board Meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., except for our ride months (April, June, and October). Most meetings will be held virtually. However, in some cases, the meeting will be combined with a workday to prepare for an upcoming ride.
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Meeting details will be sent to the membership via the group.io email list, prior to the meeting date.
January 13, 2026
February 10, 2026
March 10, 2026
April 7, 2026
May 12, 2026
July 11, 2026 - Post-Ride, In-Person Board Meeting (Dinner at 5, meeting at 6)
September 8, 2026
October 6, 2026
November 10, 2026
December 5, 2026 - Annual Meeting and Party at Sky Line Ranch
Old Dominion Equestrian Endurance Organization rides and events are privately held and are open only to registered participants and their guests, ride/event management, volunteers, and staff.