What horses can teach us about ourselves

Our fall session is about half way through and we are planning the last of our lessons, events, and clinics for 2026. But here's a sneak peak of what programs are tentatively on deck for next year! To be waitlisted for our upcoming sessions, please submit and intake form here. FREEZING FEBRUARY (6 weeks beginning February 3, 2027) Only available at the Ranch in Oliver Beginner Horsemanship Therapeutic Riding and/or Hippotherapy Horsemanship with Ken MacRae Horsemanship with L

Fall 2026 Say it isn't so... Fall is here and winter is just around the corner. Here's what you need to know! From the Boss Mare It's been about three months since our last newsletter, but it feels to me like a lifetime of stuff has happened since then! That means I have a lot of updates to share along with all the plans we've made for fall and winter. First, our first Sunday Trail Rides were a hit! So much so that we added some evening rides to fit everyone in. Our su

Saturday December 19th 5pm - 8pm Join us to celebrate the Solstice! Bring your horse or just bring some friends and family! Ride our twinkling lit up trail course and/or enjoy some company by the fire with a warm drink and a treat. $20 if you plan to ride, or bring a solstice treat to share. Either way, we hope to see you there! ADDITIONAL LIGHT-UP TRAIL NIGHTS: 5PM - 7PM $20 Sunday December 20th Saturday December 26th Sunday December 27th Friday January 1st Saturday Janua

Sundays at 10am Begins October 4th 10am for ground practice 11am for mounted practice (must pre-register for mounted portion) pre-register here Bring your own rope, or borrow one of ours! October 4th October 11th October 18th (cancelled) October 25th November 1st November 8th November 15th November 22nd November 29th Lasting up to 2 hours depending on group size Always beginning on the ground. Mounting up after 11am if safety and skill permit Intermediate to experienced rider

We're going to try something a little different this year. As many of you know, our little Riding 4 Life community is growing and we'd like to include everyone in a fall event that has a little something for everyone! So this year's Team Tournament is going to team up with a Fall Obstacle Challenge that invites our larger horse community to join in. So mark your calendars for Saturday November 7th at the Ranch in Oliver. We'll have some of the same spooky obstacles, some sm

AKA The Dolly Drag Show! CLASS LIST – 9am start Cash grab (warm up round) Lesson Horse Roulette Rough stock (very green horse) My first rodeo (very green rider) L’il cowpokes (12 yrs & under) LUNCH BREAK (30 mins) Approximately 12 noon - 1pm The hot flash (you know who you are) Roping is for dummies This class is a drag Take it or leave it speed round All bets are off! (Jackpot round) PRIZE PRESENTATIONS Approximately 4:30pm FEES Admin fee per entry ....... $15 Class fee ...

New at the ranch! Haul in with your own horse for lessons with Ken. Featuring: Young horse development Flag work and other relevant dry work Ranch horse skill development General troubleshooting and more! Please complete a waiver at least once each year using this link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/Riding4Life1/WAIVERRELEASEOFLIABILITYR4LRANCHDropIn NOTE: Riding 4 Life lesson horses not available for these lessons. This program is intended for horse owners working on their

After a decade of offering a 'Lifers' program, or what we've been calling 'Ranch Hands' in Oliver, we are retiring these programs. Our original group of Lifers pictured here in 2017. From left to right: Cassie riding Quiggly, Talyn riding Cinderella, Reanna riding Buttercup, Rachel riding Herbie, and Audrey riding Ruby. Lifers and Ranch Hands were the youth who after a few riding lessons had that certain twinkle in their eye. They were the young riders who were past the poi

***This program is currently full at our ranch location in Oliver. We will be seeking some ranch hand hours for out Penticton location beginning mid-March 2027. Introducing a new program at Riding 4 Life. For anyone interested in getting their hands dirty in exchange for some lessons or clinics - here's your chance. For many years we've offered programs called 'Lifer's', or 'Ranch Hands'. Both programs offered youth a chance to get involved with chores and horse care as we

Introducing a new group series at Riding 4 Life Ranch called Saturday Sessions! SUMMER DATES NOW AVAILABLE! All summer sessions can be done in hand or mounted! Join Leann (and DeeDee her new trusty demo steed!) as she covers some of her favourite horsemanship topics, tools, passions, and the occasional pet peeve on select Saturdays. This program is intended for horse owners in the area who plan to haul in, or boarders and current intermediate lesson clients who are looking to

Fridays at 6pm Continuing into fall under our arena lights! $25 cash at the gate or pre-register for $20 September 4 September 11 September 18 September 25 October 2 October 9 October 16 October 23 October 30

Once again... you don't want to miss this one! Our staff, interns, and boarders get first crack at registering and any additional spaces will be offered out publicly. We love bringing Trevor to the ranch and we always have a great time with this low key group oriented clinic format. We're continuing with our three day progressive horsemanship format, and we are colt start friendly! Participants are invited to jump in on the flow where appropriate for them and their horse.

Ages 8-16 9:30AM – 2:00PM Daily Therapeutic clients and those funded by Autism Funding not eligible. Please see our inclusive camps listed under our therapeutic services. 2026 DATES: All Day Camps: $370 +gst July 7, 8, 9 in Oliver (WAITLISTED!) July 14, 15, 16 in Oliver (WAITLISTED!) July 21, 22, 23 near Penticton (WAITLISTED!) August 11, 12, 13 near Penticton August 18, 19, 20 in Oliver (WAITLISTED) What is Horsemanship? Horsemanship is a skillset and knowledge base that a

Join us for a very special day of learning at the ranch! Learn to create safe, inclusive spaces that foster growth, respect, curiosity, and belonging with a thorough introduction to the Cultivating Safe Spaces framework. For a detailed description of the day Click here! Saturday June 6th OR Saturday October 3rd. 10am - 4pm 5621 Sawmill Rd. Oliver, BC. Seminar cost: $280+gst Includes a rustic lunch and refreshments. Please dress for outdoor conditions with footwear appropriat

Have you ever heard it said that the key to success with a horse is to “show ‘em who’s boss?” Have you ever wondered where that comes from? Or if it works? Well, the answer to that depends largely on what kind of boss we become.

The horses of my teen years are largely responsible for who I am becoming today. It’s fair to say that horses rescued me from soul crushing trauma. While I may have still lived without their grounding influence, I highly doubt I’d be growing and thriving the way I am today without them. And while I am very much fulfilled when I can serve my human clients, I don’t do it primarily for them. I do it to honour the horses of my childhood, and of the future, and all the ways th

Tack Swap March 28 Eggscellent Easter Egg Hunt April 4th Cultivating Safe Spaces April 11th Non-Dominant Horsemanship April 12th Women's Retreat May 8, 9, 10

Join us as we kick off our spring programs at the ranch. Enjoy a pony ride, browse some vendor tables, bid on a item and more!

Our Spring Break Camp is now FULL! Click here for details about our summer camps MARCH 24, 25, 26 9:30am - 2:00pm daily, Ages 8-16 $370 + gst Therapeutic clients and those funded by Autism Funding not eligible. Please see our inclusive camps listed under our therapeutic services . What is Horsemanship? Horsemanship is a skillset and knowledge base that allows humans to safely and beneficially partner with horses in a way that enhances the lives of both species. It’s rewards

We'll have pony rides, games, prizes, crafts, a photo booth, and of course an Easter egg hunt!