18OCT
Club ShootTexas Smokin' Guns Club Shoot
Paradise, Texas9:00 AM
Our monthly club shoot — a welcoming, relaxed competition day for members of every level.
$40 members / $55 non-membersView Event
North Texas Cowboy Mounted Shooting
Texas Smokin' Guns
North Texas Cowboy Mounted Shooting
Experience the speed, skill and tradition of one of America's most exciting equestrian sports — where horsemanship, Western heritage and fast competition meet.
Welcome to Texas Smokin' Guns
Ride Fast. Shoot Straight. Have Fun.
Texas Smokin' Guns is a North Texas Cowboy Mounted Shooting club built around a simple idea: the best days are spent in the saddle, in good company, doing something genuinely exciting.
We welcome both seasoned competitors and complete newcomers who are curious about the sport. Whether you already ride or you're just getting started, our members will help you find your footing.
Above all, we're a community-oriented, family-friendly club — a place where kids, parents and grandparents share the same arena and the same love of horses and the Western way of life.
Cowboy Mounted Shooting
Riders navigate a timed course on horseback, engaging approved targets with speed and accuracy.
The Sport
What Is Cowboy Mounted Shooting?
Cowboy Mounted Shooting is a fast, exciting equestrian sport that combines horseback riding with target shooting. Riders navigate a timed course while engaging designated balloon targets using competition-approved equipment and strict safety procedures.
At its heart, the sport is about horsemanship, speed, accuracy and competition — all wrapped in the tradition of the American West. It rewards riders who can ride well, shoot true, and stay calm under the clock.
HORSEMANSHIP
Precision riding and control at speed, where trust between horse and rider matters most.
SPEED
Fast-paced timed courses measured to the hundredth of a second across the arena.
ACCURACY
Skill and consistency decide the run — every target and every stride counts.
COMMUNITY
A welcoming, family-friendly environment that celebrates riders of every level.
Mark Your Calendar
View All EventsUpcoming Events
Club shoots, sanctioned competitions and championships — there's always something happening at Texas Smokin' Guns.
15NOV
Sanctioned EventNorth Texas Shootout
Decatur, Texas8:30 AM
A sanctioned competition drawing riders from across North Texas for a fast, competitive day.
Free for spectatorsView Event
06DEC
ChampionshipTexas State Championship
Waco, Texas8:00 AM
The season's marquee event — top riders competing for the Texas state title across multiple stages.
$75 per riderView Event
Join The Club
Ready to Ride With Us?
Whether you're an experienced mounted shooter or you've never sat on a horse, you'll find a warm welcome and a place to start at Texas Smokin' Guns.
- New competitors welcome
- Family-friendly club
- Regular events and practices
- Support for first-time participants
Come Ride With Us
Come Ride With Texas Smokin' Guns
Whether you're an experienced competitor or discovering Cowboy Mounted Shooting for the first time, we'd love to see you at our next event.
Why Texas Smokin' Guns
A Club Built Around People and Horses
More than a competition schedule — we're a community that supports riders at every stage of the journey.
North Texas
Local Cowboy Mounted Shooting community
All Levels
New riders and experienced competitors alike
Regular Events
Club shoots and major sanctioned competitions
Western Tradition
Horsemanship, competition and community
Life In The Arena
Experience Cowboy Mounted Shooting
Dust, speed and the unmistakable sound of the arena — a glimpse into the world of mounted shooting, from first warm-up to the final stage.
Rider racing through a mounted shooting course
Close-up of horse and rider
Competitors preparing before an event
Western equestrian arena course
Club members with their horses
Newcomers
New to Mounted Shooting?
Getting involved is simpler than you might think. Here's how most of our members start.
01
LEARN THE SPORT
Understand how Cowboy Mounted Shooting competitions work, from course patterns to scoring.
02
COME TO AN EVENT
Meet our members and experience a competition firsthand — visitors are always welcome.
03
START RIDING
Learn what you and your horse need to begin participating in your first club shoot.
From the Arena
View All ArticlesLatest From The Blog
Stories, insights and practical advice from the world of Cowboy Mounted Shooting.
CLUB NEWS6 min read
What to Expect at Your First Club Shoot
Nervous about your first competition? Here's a friendly walkthrough of the day, from check-in to awards.
September 28, 2026Read More
HORSEMANSHIP7 min read
Building Trust Between Horse and Rider
Speed means nothing without control. Here's how experienced riders build the partnership that makes it possible.
September 20, 2026Read More
EVENTS5 min read
Texas State Championship: The Weekend in Review
Two days, dozens of riders, and some of the fastest runs we've seen all season. Here's how it played out.
September 12, 2026Read More
Our Partners
Proudly Supported by Our Sponsors
Our events and season are made possible by local businesses who believe in North Texas sport.
Lone Star Feed & SupplyFeed & Nutrition
Red River LeatherworksTack & Saddlery
Paradise Ranch OutfittersWestern Apparel
Wise County Equine VetVeterinary Care
Big Sky TrailersHorse Trailers
Arena Pro FootingArena Services
Smoky's Arena GrillFood & Catering
Texas Heritage BankFinancial Services
Cross Timbers RealtyRanch & Land
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