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"Yet when all the books have been read and reread, it boils down to the horse, his human companion, and what goes on between them." -Walter Farley
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Working Student Program (NEW!)
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 well as have greater access to practice time, group lessons, and even trail rides and other outings. It was a great way to give those interested in owning a horse
6 days ago2 min read


Saturday Sessions!
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
Jun 51 min read


Flag Night drop-in at the Ranch!
Fridays at 6pm Begins June 12th $25 cash at the gate or pre-register for $20 Campfire Social to Follow (BYOB) June 12th June 19th June 26th July 10th July 17th July 24th August 7th August 14th August 21st
Jun 31 min read


Cultivating Safe Spaces @R4L
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
Feb 202 min read


Non-Dominant Horsemanship
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.
Feb 202 min read


Women's Rustic Retreat - May 8-10
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
Feb 203 min read


Upcoming events @ Riding 4 Life!
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
Feb 12 min read


Eggscellent Easter Egg Hunt!
We'll have pony rides, games, prizes, crafts, a photo booth, and of course an Easter egg hunt!
Jan 211 min read


Beginner and Therapeutic Riding Lessons in Oliver!
We have some openings for new riders in our roster at the Ranch in Oliver and registration is open until March 15th for our spring...
Feb 9, 20251 min read


RANCH HANDS! Work hard... play harder.
Thinking of owning your own horse some day? Wondering if you have what it takes?
Jan 28, 20251 min read


R4L Ranch Community Garden
Who likes garden fresh veggies? Who is disappointed every time they bite into a store bought tomato? And who is too attached to their...
Jan 26, 20251 min read


Open House & Tack Swap
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!
Jan 1, 20251 min read


HORSE BOARDING at the RANCH
Welcome to the Riding 4 Life Ranch! Currently waitlisting for Fall 2025 Limited board space available based on your application. A...
Aug 15, 20242 min read
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