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January 07, 2026 | Ashley Perkins | News

San Juan Skijoring Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Biggest Weekend Yet

$52,000 Prize Purse, 420 Teams, Friday Night Lights, and Live Music! RIDGWAY, Colo. — San Juan Skijoring is celebrating its 10th Anniversary with an action-packed weekend full of high-speed competition in the unique sport that combines horseback riding along with traditional winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. Join the community of Ridgway for a full weekend packed with big crowds, incredible live music, and small-town community celebration all taking place this Friday, January 9th through Sunday, January 11th at the Ouray County 4H Events Center in Ridgway.

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