P.O. Box 280 67 Double E Ranch Road Gila, New
Mexico 88038
866-242-3500
Horsemanship for Beginners
This week is designed for cowgirls who want to increase their confidence, improve existing skills and learn new ones. Come join us and practice round pen techniques, balance and control and teach responsiveness through consistent leadership. Then - apply your skills on the awesome terrain of the Ranch.
Program Goals
Control of the Horse
Riding Balance
Control of the Horse's Feet and Speed
Moving Hips, Barrel, Shoulders
Side Pass, Backing, Emergency Stops
Round Pen Techniques
Practical Applications
Trail Riding
Opening Gates
Speed Control
Riding Hills
Spooking - What to do??!
Dealing With Scary Object
Your Accommodations
Cabins:
Your accommodations are private,
comfortable and complete with refrigerator, coffee maker, and micro wave
oven; thick towels, and comforters. Most have decks with
rocking chairs for relaxing. If there is something you don't see
in your cabin, let us know! We keep them stocked with coffee, tea,
creamer, sugar and sweetener. Please be aware that you will not
have daily maid service or trash pick up. You must let us
know that your trash needs to be removed. We are happy to take
care of it for you.
Meals: Meals
are served "family style" at Headquarters. We serve home-style
American and Mexican-style meals. Breakfast generally consists of any
combination of pancakes, eggs, bacon, breakfast burritos, French Toast, cereal, juice,
and coffee. Lunch can be anything from casserole dishes to
cold cut sandwiches or burritos. Dinner is pretty standard and will include
beef, chicken or pasta, vegetables, salads, breads and dessert. We
happily try to accommodate most dietary needs, however, our Cook is not
a dietitian and we don't claim to offer "gourmet" food.
Please be responsible for your dietary requirements. Remind
us, on your arrival, if there is something out of the ordinary we need
to be aware of.
Horses:
Our horses are
generally gentle, trust-worthy, willing. However, you're dealing
with a living, breathing animal who sometimes has a mind of its own. Your horse and saddle will be
selected especially for you by one of our Staff, based on the horseback riding skill level
you have indicated and displayed. However, your comfort is
our priority. Let us know if the "fit" isn't right. If we
don't know there is a problem, we can't begin to correct it!
Each one of our saddle horses is different, with
unique personalities and abilities. If you're not getting
along with your horse, tell one of our Staff. We want you to be
comfortable.
Safety:
Your safety will always be our Number One
Priority. With any horseback activity there are risks.
Working around any large animal and riding horses belonging to someone
else is very different than riding your own. If we feel you are
doing something potentially dangerous to you or your horse, we will tell
you - and we'll make certain you hear us. If we shout to be heard
over other noise, don't take offense. We simply don't want you
hurt! It's always about your safety! Always be aware there
are inherent risks when horseback riding. Pay attention and report
problems to a Staff member.
Rate:
The rate for Sunday evening through Saturday
morning Clinic during
2009 is $1395 per participant all inclusive and includes
accommodations, meals, all
ranch activitie and pick up on Sunday
evening arrival and drop off Saturday morning departure in Silver
City. Applicable New Mexico State Tax, individual purchases are extra and will be added at the time of booking or when checking
out.
It'll
be challenging and fun. It's a great week, filled with new
adventures and new friendships!