Specialized Programs

"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

Camp-out at Rooted Stone Acres!

July 27th, 28th, 29th Calling all Riding 4 Life clients! We have a very special opportunity for you coming up in July if we get enough interest. You're invited to pitch your tent or park your family RV near the arena at Rooted Stone for a few days and enjoy spending time with some of our community, our herd, and the land that holds us all so beautifully. AI helped add a tent to an actual picture taken at Rooted Stone Acres of a group of wildies slowly passed through and che

Jun 142 min read

Camp-out at the RANCH!

August 21st, 22nd, 23rd A few of you have suggested we consider doing some overnight camps at the Ranch so here's what we're thinking! Pitch your tent or park your family RV at the Ranch in Oliver for a few days and enjoy spending time with some of our community, our herd, and Max the cat at the little ranch that could. This event is contingent on support from participants and their families' with respect to camping gear, supervision, meals, etc. and will enable us to afford

Jun 142 min read

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

Jun 92 min read

Why are lessons so expensive?

The simple answer? Well, horses are expensive. But let's break it down so you can learn a little about the horse industry and why this skillset can be such an expensive one to acquire. First, let's consider what it costs to provide a riding lesson. Realize, that every hour of instruction for those who need access to a lesson horse must cover the wages of two professionals - a highly skilled human with great horsemanship and teaching skills, and an experienced, well tempere

Sep 19, 20255 min read