Just for Kids

Children in this age group will spend a great deal of time riding. We emphasize instruction, and we structure fun riding activities with sufficient challenge to ensure that these young riders are improving their riding skills while having a good time. We encourage children to participate in all of the week's activities - trail rides, square-dancing, nature walks, swimming, fishing, hayrides, and more. They may eat meals with their family, or they may eat at a separate table with their peers and counselors.

Riding a horse demands concentration. Children six to seven years old have more limited attention spans than older kids and need special attention as they learn to ride. Their rides are often a bit shorter catering to their abilities and interests. To deal with the special needs of this age group, the counselors ride with them separately from the older kids. 6 to 7 year olds will ride as frequently as the older ones but on rides of slightly shorter duration. In addition to the activities that the older children engage in, these children will spend more time with their counselors in other activities like swimming, fishing, hiking, and educational games.

They have a great time. They play with any other kids their age who might be here. They have the chance to go swimming in our heated pool. They explore and discover. We find that the combination of ranch and mountains stimulates inquiring young minds. We  want to help youngsters seize the opportunity to learn about this unique environment. Children under six years of age are supervised during those hours that the adults are riding. While here they will learn about mountain animals, plants, and rocks. They will hear stories about Indians and horses. They will create crafts in the Sheriff's Office and the tipi, go on nature walks with their counselor, be led around on the kid's special horse. They also might find the activities result in some afternoon napping, too.

There is no charge for children 2 years old or younger. Please contact us if you wish to bring a nanny or au pair; they, too, are free. They will be responsible for the care of your son or daughter and not participating in ranch activities. This will give you the freedom to enjoy the full ranch experience knowing that your child is well cared for while you are doing other things.

If you don't bring your own, please talk with us in advance to arrange baby-sitting services for infants. The charge for babysitting is $25.00 per hour.