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Ride on the Wild Side on Historic King Ranch. Referred to as the Wild Horse Desert by Indians and Spaniards. Captain Richard King founded one of the most well-known ranches in the world. 825,000 acres of cattle range makes it one of the largest ranches in the world, and offers protected habitat for an abundance of wildlife such as deer, javelina, wild cats, reptiles and 450+ bird species.
Riders will begin their ride on King Ranch and will get a glimpse into ranch life as the ride a scenic route on a working ranch.
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Join us for
Dinner at the King Ranch
Caesar Camphouse
Friday, April 11, 2008
Registration/Check-in Times
Early registration/packet pickup 6pm-9pm Friday, April 11, 2008 at the dinner
On site registration/pickup 7:00-8:15 am day of event at the Santa Gertrudis Breeding Headquarters West Hwy., 141 at Santa Gertrudis St. (directly across from King Ranch entry gate).
Starting Location
King Ranch Main Headquarters entrance on West Hwy. 141, Kingsville. Both start and finish will be at this location for all rides. Rides start on King Ranch and continue on county roads.
Rest Stops
Full service rest stops and medical assistance will be along all the routes. Sagwagon will be driving all routes.
Mechanical Assistance Provided By:
Pete Kerezman
Rules of the Road
*Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult on the King Ranch Loop.
*All riders MUST wear a helmet.
*All riders must obey state traffic laws.
*Be courteous to others.
*PLEASE DO NOT harass the livestock.
*All riders must stay on marked roads on King Ranch and all other routes.
Road Conditions
Bike tour is on paved ranch and county roads.
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Dinner at King Ranch Caesar Camphouse
Friday, April 11, 2008 - 6 pm
Join us for a fun evening at the rustic camphouse that in days gone by, was used at chow time by cowboys herding cattle. Carbs are definite. Dress is very casual. You may even get some good old South Texas/Ranch music. Bring your guest. A $5 per person charge. Location: driving NORTH from Kingsville is on right/east side of Business US 77, 2.1 miles from intersection of Corral Ave. @ Bus 77. Gate will be marked. You may also register and pickup your packet at that time.
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Phone: 361-592-8516
1-800-333-5032
Fax: 361-592-3227
Email: ca@kingsvilletexas.com
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