Summer 2024
Sunday
Horse Assignments at the Patio House
Ranch Orientation – Introduction to the Equestrian Program
Monday
Adult Orientation (Mandatory for All Adult Riders)
Location: Adult Mounting Block
Introduction to C Lazy U Ranch Riding and Horses.
Note: Orientation is mandatory for all riders who plan on riding at any point during their stay.
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Tack will be adjusted to fit riders.
Introductory Trail Rides (All Levels, Walk Only)
This walk-only ride will concentrate on making sure all riders have a good relationship with their horse, are comfortable in their tack and have a basic understanding of horsemanship. Take this opportunity to ride with adult friends and family of all levels.
Introductory Trail Ride (All Levels, Walk/Trot and Walk Rides Offered)
Lope Assessment for all Intermediate and Advanced Riding Guests
Location: Outdoor Arena
This lope assessment is to ensure that all advanced and intermediate riders are matched correctly with their horse. Each advanced and intermediate rider must demonstrate that they can post the trot, sit the trot and lope all while respecting the horse. Riders will be asked to lope away from the group as well as lope toward the group. We are looking for riders to demonstrate control, soft hands, and a well-balanced seat and feel.
Note: Mandatory for all guests who wish to participate in Intermediate or Advanced Trail Rides throughout the remainder of the week.
Horses and Happy Hour and Herd Tour in Pasture
Location: East Meadow
Enjoy a few adult cocktails while you mingle among our herd of 200 horses. Learn to recognize the different social structures within the herd. Find your assigned horse and learn about his/her group of friends and where they fall in the social hierarchy of the herd. Do not forget your cameras! This is a great chance to get some beautiful photos.
Tuesday
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Rides will be split into different levels.
Advanced – Intermediate Trail Ride Mount Up
Basic Refresher and Instructional Trail Ride Mount Up
All Instructional Rides will be split into different levels. We will concentrate on making sure all riders have control at the trot, are able to sit and post the trot, and have a general understanding of riding basics and horsemanship. Demonstration of control at the trot and a good seat is required before lope rides. Basic Refresher and Instructional rides will advance as the week continues.
Slow Scenic Trail Ride Mount Up
Member Family Ride Mount Up
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Rides will be split into different levels.
Advanced and Intermediate Trail Ride Mount Up
Basic Refresher and Instructional Trail Ride Mount Up
Slow Scenic Trail Ride Mount Up
Member Family Ride Mount Up
Introduction to Riding Clinic (Part I) — Walk/Trot Only
Sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Outdoor Arena
The clinic is geared toward beginner or first-time riders. In this clinic we will go over how to best communicate with your horse and riding basics such as steering at the walk, different speeds within the walk gate, introduction to the posting and sitting trot, how to sit properly in the saddle, hold the reins, stop your horse correctly, etc.
Wednesday
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Rides will be split into different levels.
Advanced – Intermediate Trail Ride Mount Up
Basic Refresher and Instructional Trail Ride Mount Up
Slow Scenic Trail Ride Mount Up
Member Family Ride Mount Up
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Rides will be split into different levels.
Advanced and Intermediate Trail Ride Mount Up
Basic Refresher and Instructional Trail Ride Mount Up
Slow Scenic Trail Ride Mount Up
Member Family Ride Mount Up
Introduction to Riding Clinic (Part II) — Walk/Trot
Sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Outdoor Arena
A riding clinic geared toward the beginner rider. Continue to expand on the skills you have learned on the trail. We will concentrate on learning to ride the trot in this clinic.
Thursday
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Rides will be split into different levels. In addition to walk and walk-trot rides, we will offer an advanced lope ride, intermediate lope ride, basic refresher lope ride and instructional lope ride.
Advanced – Intermediate Trail Ride Mount Up
Working Cattle Ranch Experience
Open to all Basic Refresher, Instructional, Intermediate, and Advanced Riders
This working cattle ranch ride will head out to Wilson pasture (675 acres) to check on our head of cattle. With such a large pasture to explore, guests may spend up to half the experience searching for the cattle while ensuring our 5 mile of fence is intact. Once located, guests will assess the cattle for any injuries and potentially work to push the cattle to different areas of the pasture. Guests will enjoy a sack lunch and spend most of the day riding and working out in Wilson pasture.
Note: All riders should be comfortable with the walk, trot, and lope on uneven terrain and should be able to mount from the ground without assistance. Riders will be unsupervised at times during this experience.
Basic Refresher and Instructional Trail Ride Mount Up
Slow Scenic Trail Ride Mount Up
Member Family Ride Mount Up
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Rides will be split into different levels. In addition to walk and walk-trot rides, we will offer an advanced lope ride, intermediate lope ride, basic refresher lope ride and instructional lope ride.
Advanced and Intermediate Trail Ride Mount Up
Basic Refresher and Instructional Trail Ride Mount Up
Slow Scenic Trail Ride Mount Up
Member Family Ride Mount Up
Intermediate Riding Clinic (Part III) — Walk/Trot/Lope
Sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Outdoor Arena
A riding clinic geared toward our intermediate riders. Focus on cementing proper horsemanship at the trot and begin to introduce the lope based on ability and comfort level.
Friday
Family Trail Ride Mounts – ALL MOUNTING BLOCKS
We will mount all family members at the same time. Kids and Teens will mount at the Kids/Teen Mounting Block and Adults will mount at the Adult mounting block. Families will gather in the outdoor arena and then head out on the trail with their favorite wrangler and counselor! This is a great photo opportunity, so be sure to wear your finest western wear!
Wagon Ride & Driving Team Demonstration
Sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Pickup Near the Yurt Deck
Enjoy the transportation of the Old West in style in our horse-drawn wagon! This scenic ride explores our pasture lands while showcasing our teams talent and educating guests on the different aspects that go into driving a team. Suitable for all ages, this experience is a perfect way to spend horse time with any non-riders you may have in your family. Capacity is 10 people and lasts approximately 30 minutes. Please note, this activity is in lieu of a trail ride.
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Rides will be split into different levels. In addition to walk and walk-trot rides, we will offer an advanced lope ride, intermediate lope ride, basic refresher lope ride and instructional lope ride.
Advanced and Intermediate Trail Ride Mount Up
Basic Refresher and Instructional Trail Ride Mount Up
Slow Scenic Trail Ride Mount Up
Member Family Ride Mount Up
Intermediate/Advanced Riding Clinic (Part IV) — Walk/Trot/Lope
Sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Outdoor Arena
A riding clinic geared toward the more experienced rider. Spend time learning about more advanced maneuvers, work on refining cues, and hone your horsemanship at the lope.
Wagon Ride & Driving Team Demonstration
Sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Pickup Near the Yurt Deck
Saturday
Adult Mount Ups for Trail Rides Begin
Rides will be split into different levels. In addition to walk and walk-trot rides, we will offer an advanced lope ride, intermediate lope ride, basic refresher lope ride and instructional lope ride.
Advanced – Intermediate Trail Ride Mount Up
Basic Refresher and Instructional Trail Ride Mount Up
Slow Scenic Trail Ride Mount Up
Member Family Ride Mount Up
Wagon Ride & Driving Team Demonstration
Sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Pickup Near the Yurt Deck
Wagon Ride & Driving Team Demonstration
Sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Pickup Near the Yurt Deck
Shodeo
Adult Sign Up Required in the Outfitter’s Cabin
Location: Outdoor Arena
At the end of the week, our outdoor arena hosts the famous C Lazy U Ranch Shodeo! Riders of all ages are split into their age groups to compete in various events to showcase their acquired horsemanship skills. Adults demonstrate their quality horsemanship and progress made during the week by guiding their horse through a challenging obstacle course. While the kids are the star of the show, adults are also encouraged to compete for the world-renowned Blue Ribbon, for bragging rights, and (most importantly) for glory!
Additional Equestrian Activities
Grooming Clinics Available – Non-Riding Experience | Inquire with Barn Staff
Location: Assigned Manger
Relax and spend some time grooming horses from the herd. Get to know your assigned horse and deepen your bond! For our non-riders, we still have plenty of horses that need some extra love and attention! Get in touch with an Equestrian Team Member to determine the best time to setup a grooming clinic.
Please Note: If you would like to groom in lieu of a trail ride, your horse will be untacked prior to grooming.
Trail Obstacles Available | Inquire with your Wrangler
Location: Shorty’s Corral
Learn how to maneuver your horse through our trail obstacle course. Deepen your communication and trust with your horse as you ride over many of our custom trail obstacles. From balance beams to teeter totters, our obstacle course has something for every level of rider. Our trail obstacles are setup out on one of our popular trails. Ask your wrangler about heading that way if you would like to try out the obstacles during your trail ride!