Dancing Sky Ranch Horses

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The horses

There are 16 horses here at the ranch. They are used for trail riding and competitions. The breeds we have are Quarter Horses, Appaloosas, Paints, Thoroughbreds, and Half Arabian.

Dancing Sky Ranch offers several types of interaction with horses from Trail Riding, Lessons, and Shows.

Trail Riding

The trails at Dancing Sky Ranch will leave you mesmerized with their beauty. Ride along twisting and winding trails, through the Pine Island State Forest, which will lead you along 5 water ways. These rivers are the Black River, South Fork, Garner, Hay Creek, and Mayo Creek.
Enjoy a mid-afternoon snack on the river bank in places no one has been before, while deciding on the next trails to explore. Listen to the whispering winds, watch for wildlife around you, and enjoy natures inspiring beauty.
Five days of continuous riding will keep you and your horse looking at something new. All the trails are groomed, and have a grassy bottom. Guests enjoy riding in the rivers for the experience of a lifetime.
Cost Per Hour is $30 (Ask about our seasonal Specials)
Afternoon Special (includes lunch and unlimited afternoon of riding) $75
- The Afternoon Special can range anywhere from 3-6 hours. Depending on the individual(s). We stop 2-3 times druing this trail ride for snacks and to enjoy a campfire lunch.
All riders must sign a release of liability waiver. Some helmets are provided, it is your choice to wear one. If you have a helmet please bring one with you. You are also required to wear jeans, some form of boot with a heel, and bring at least one form of long sleeved shirt or jacket while trail riding.
If you are bringing a group of children and you are not a legal parent or guardian you must have a signed consent form for that child to ride horse or participate in other activities.
If someone who whishes to ride our horses has a disability of any kind please call ahead of time to let us know what it is. In most situations we are able to accommodate them. See also our Equine Therapy Page.
- There is a weight limit of 250 pounds.
- No riders under the influence of alcohol or drugs will ride our horses.
- No Pregnant women
- You must be able to mount your horse without assistance.
- If any one wishing to ride horse that has a medical condition requiring medication we Must know! Example; bees, asthma, heart surgeries(nitrogen pills), diabetic and so forth
You may bring your own horse(s). See below information.

Bringing Your Own Horse

You are welcome to bring your own horse.

The campsite includes; picket lines, paddocks for your horses, (2 stalls available). You may bring your own equipment to set up if you like. A water tank is supplied for your horses with fresh water or the clean river is nearby. We also have hay available.

If tents and campers (no hook-ups yet) are your choice we have hot showers and bathrooms(out-house) for your convenience. Fire pits and firewood are available as well.

Please bring a current Coggins with you if you do not have a current one bring the latest one you have. Also if you have a health certificate you may use that as well. (health certificate not required)

Riding Lessons

Riding lessons are provided by Shana or Glen Wright.

All types of English and Western Riding

Cost per lesson: $25. These are hourly lessons

If you are a member of a church, school, college, 4-H or other similar organization your riding lessons cost $20.

If you would rather take a half day lesson (4 hours)the cost is $125, a full day (8 hours) is $225.

You may use our horses or bring your own. The price is the same.

The half day riding lesson includes a snack and trail ride if desired.

The full day riding lesson includes lunch and trail ride if desired.

Horse Training

Training is provided by Shana Wright.
English and Western Training, and Preparing the Arabian Halter Horse
Jumping, Dressage, Eventing are some english events.
Barrel Racing, Pole bending, Trail Riding , and Western Pleasure are the main western clases.
Preparing your Arabian for the show ring.

Shana will also teach you how to prepare your horse for shows. This includes show clips, braiding, bandaging, and more.
If your horse needs specialty feed or supplements you are required to provide these.
Prices will vary. Please call for more information on training your horse.

Dancing Sky Ranch Horses

The horses

There are 16 horses here at the ranch. They are used for trail riding and competitions. The breeds we have are Quarter Horses, Appaloosas, Paints, Thoroughbreds, and Half Arabian.

Dancing Sky Ranch offers several types of interaction with horses from Trail Riding, Lessons, and Shows.

Trail Riding

The trails at Dancing Sky Ranch will leave you mesmerized with their beauty. Ride along twisting and winding trails, through the Pine Island State Forest, which will lead you along 5 water ways. These rivers are the Black River, South Fork, Garner, Hay Creek, and Mayo Creek.

Enjoy a mid-afternoon snack on the river bank in places no one has been before, while deciding on the next trails to explore. Listen to the whispering winds, watch for wildlife around you, and enjoy natures inspiring beauty.

Five days of continuous riding will keep you and your horse looking at something new. All the trails are groomed, and have a grassy bottom. Guests enjoy riding in the rivers for the experience of a lifetime.

Cost Per Hour is $30 (Ask about our seasonal Specials)

Afternoon Special (includes lunch and unlimited afternoon of riding) $75

The Afternoon Special can range anywhere from 3-6 hours. Depending on the individual(s). We stop 2-3 times druing this trail ride for snacks and to enjoy a campfire lunch.

If you are bringing a group of children and you are not a legal parent or guardian you must have a signed consent form for that child to ride horse or participate in other activities.

If someone who whishes to ride our horses has a disability of any kind please call ahead of time to let us know what it is. In most situations we are able to accommodate them. See also our Equine Therapy Page.

There is a weight limit of 250 pounds.

No riders under the influence of alcohol or drugs will ride our horses.

No Pregnant women

You must be able to mount your horse without assistance.

If any one wishing to ride horse that has a medical condition requiring medication we Must know! Example; bees, asthma, heart surgeries(nitrogen pills), diabetic and so forth

You may bring your own horse(s). See below information.

Bringing Your Own Horse

You are welcome to bring your own horse.

The campsite includes; picket lines, paddocks for your horses, (2 stalls available). You may bring your own equipment to set up if you like. A water tank is supplied for your horses with fresh water or the clean river is nearby. We also have hay available.

If tents and campers (no hook-ups yet) are your choice we have hot showers and bathrooms(out-house) for your convenience. Fire pits and firewood are available as well.

Please bring a current Coggins with you if you do not have a current one bring the latest one you have. Also if you have a health certificate you may use that as well. (health certificate not required)

Riding Lessons

Riding lessons are provided by Shana or Glen Wright.

All types of English and Western Riding

Cost per lesson: $25. These are hourly lessons

If you are a member of a church, school, college, 4-H or other similar organization your riding lessons cost $20.

If you would rather take a half day lesson (4 hours)the cost is $125, a full day (8 hours) is $225.

You may use our horses or bring your own. The price is the same.

The half day riding lesson includes a snack and trail ride if desired.

The full day riding lesson includes lunch and trail ride if desired.

Horse Training

Training is provided by Shana Wright.

English and Western Training, and Preparing the Arabian Halter Horse

Jumping, Dressage, Eventing are some english events.

Barrel Racing, Pole bending, Trail Riding , and Western Pleasure are the main western clases.

Preparing your Arabian for the show ring.

Shana will also teach you how to prepare your horse for shows. This includes show clips, braiding, bandaging, and more.

If your horse needs specialty feed or supplements you are required to provide these.

Prices will vary. Please call for more information on training your horse.