FIELD TRIPS
School groups age pre-k thru post-doctorate enjoy time away at the ranch. Rotating activities include trail ride, learn to lasso, feed the longhorns, hike, workout on outdoor obstacle course, and s'mores around the campfire. Activities are tailored to each group depending on size of group and time available. Home-cooked meals and desserts for lunch and dinner.
Bunkhouse is reserved for school groups, church groups, scouts, family reunions or others able to stay at the ranch overnight. Bunkhouse sleeps 30 and includes 4 bathrooms. Staying overnight at the ranch allows the participants to help wranglers in the morning feed horses, goats, cattle, and prepare the horses for a day of riding. Overnight stays include a hearty home-cooked breakfast.
supports classroom learning in:
American History, Physical Education
topics covered:
American History, American West, Campfires, Cowboy Tales, Cowboys, Dude Ranch, Feed the Longhorns, Hiking, Horse Care, Horseback Riding, Lasso Lessons, Ranchers, Swimming, Trick Roper, Trail Rides
contact info
Name: Cheryl Belcher
Phone: 830-796-9339
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Rancho Cortez
Rancho Cortez offers a combination of an immersive experience of cowboy life with Horseback Riding, Lassoing, Feeding Longhorn, and more. Plus fun recreation activities include swimming at the their pool, Hiking the Trails & More. Day and overnight programs available.
contact info
Hrs: Vary
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Horseback Riding Lesson Plan
Throughout history horses have been useful for a variety of reasons. Mankind has used them for transportation, work, recreation, sport, and therapy. Despite the introduction of other modes of transportation and work vehicles like trains, cars, and tractors, horses are still currently being used around the world as primary means of transportation and aid in farming. Find out why horses are such strong, reliable, beautiful creatures.
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FIELD TRIPS
Scouts (boys and girls) enjoy all the above activities plus can earn their "Horsemanship" badge from genuine cowboys teaching horsemanship, riding skills, horse care and much more. Ranch is certified to grant scouting "Horsemanship" badge.
Bunkhouse Program is reserved for school groups, church groups, scouts, family reunions or others able to stay at the ranch overnight. Bunkhouse sleeps 30 and includes 4 bathrooms. Staying overnight at the ranch allows the participants to help wranglers in the morning feed horses, goats, cattle, and prepare the horses for a day of riding. Overnight stays include a hearty home-cooked breakfast.
supports scout badges in:
"Horsemanship" badge
supports classroom learning in:
American History, Physical Education
topics covered:
American History, American West, Campfires, Cowboy Tales, Cowboys, Dude Ranch, Feed the Longhorns, Hiking, Horse Care, Horseback Riding, Lasso Lessons, Ranchers, Swimming, Trick Roper, Trail Rides
contact info
Name: Cheryl Belcher
Phone: 830-796-9339
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Rancho Cortez
Rancho Cortez offers a combination of an immersive experience of cowboy life with Horseback Riding, Lassoing, Feeding Longhorn, and more. Plus fun recreation activities include swimming at the their pool, Hiking the Trails & More. Day and overnight programs available.
contact info
Hrs: Vary
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Horseback Riding Lesson Plan
Throughout history horses have been useful for a variety of reasons. Mankind has used them for transportation, work, recreation, sport, and therapy. Despite the introduction of other modes of transportation and work vehicles like trains, cars, and tractors, horses are still currently being used around the world as primary means of transportation and aid in farming. Find out why horses are such strong, reliable, beautiful creatures.
View Lesson Plan>>
FIELD TRIPS
School groups age pre-k thru post-doctorate enjoy time away at the ranch. Rotating activities include trail ride, learn to lasso, feed the longhorns, hike, workout on outdoor obstacle course, and s'mores around the campfire. Activities are tailored to each group depending on size of group and time available. Home-cooked meals and desserts for lunch and dinner.
Bunkhouse Program is reserved for school groups, church groups, scouts, family reunions or others able to stay at the ranch overnight. Bunkhouse sleeps 30 and includes 4 bathrooms. Staying overnight at the ranch allows the participants to help wranglers in the morning feed horses, goats, cattle, and prepare the horses for a day of riding. Overnight stays include a hearty home-cooked breakfast.
supports classroom learning in:
American History, Physical Education
topics covered:
American History, American West, Campfires, Cowboy Tales, Cowboys, Dude Ranch, Feed the Longhorns, Hiking, Horse Care, Horseback Riding, Lasso Lessons, Ranchers, Swimming, Trick Roper, Trail Rides
contact info
Name: Cheryl Belcher
Phone: 830-796-9339
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Rancho Cortez
Rancho Cortez offers a combination of an immersive experience of cowboy life with Horseback Riding, Lassoing, Feeding Longhorn, and more. Plus fun recreation activities include swimming at the their pool, Hiking the Trails & More. Day and overnight programs available.
contact info
Hrs: Vary
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Horseback Riding Lesson Plan
Throughout history horses have been useful for a variety of reasons. Mankind has used them for transportation, work, recreation, sport, and therapy. Despite the introduction of other modes of transportation and work vehicles like trains, cars, and tractors, horses are still currently being used around the world as primary means of transportation and aid in farming. Find out why horses are such strong, reliable, beautiful creatures.
View Lesson Plan>>
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
There is nothing better for the horse lover in your life, age 6 to 86, than to offer a day at the Rancho Cortez ranch for your group. Activities include trail ride, learn to lasso, feed the longhorns, hike, swim, eat s'mores around the campfire and enjoy a home-cooked meal. Bring a cake or arrange for our cooks to bake one for you!
topics covered:
American History, American West, Campfires, Cowboy Tales, Cowboys, Dude Ranch, Horseback Riding, Lasso Lessons, Ranchers, Trail Rides
contact info
Name: Cheryl Belcher
Phone: 830-796-9339
Email: [email protected]
INFO
FAMILY OUTINGS
Families come to the ranch for overnight trips, day trips and horseback riding. We also host many family reunions and get togethers including anniversaries, special events, and holiday gatherings.
topics covered:
American History, American West, Campfires, Cowboy Tales, Cowboys, Dude Ranch, Feed the Longhorns, Hiking, Horse Care, Horseback Riding, Lasso Lessons, Ranchers, Swimming, Trick Roper, Trail Rides
contact info
Name: Cheryl Belcher
Phone: 830-796-9339
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Rancho Cortez
Rancho Cortez offers a combination of an immersive experience of cowboy life with Horseback Riding, Lassoing, Feeding Longhorn, and more. Plus fun recreation activities include swimming at the their pool, Hiking the Trails & More. Day and overnight programs available.
contact info
Hrs: Varies
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Horseback Riding Lesson Plan
Throughout history horses have been useful for a variety of reasons. Mankind has used them for transportation, work, recreation, sport, and therapy. Despite the introduction of other modes of transportation and work vehicles like trains, cars, and tractors, horses are still currently being used around the world as primary means of transportation and aid in farming. Find out why horses are such strong, reliable, beautiful creatures.
View Lesson Plan>>