Missouri

Horsemanship: Basics and Beyond in the Ozarks

Program No. 23158RJ

Saddle up and get ready to ride! Learn about equine behavior, grooming, saddling and riding a horse as you enjoy the tranquil forests of the Ozark Mountains.

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6 days

5 nights

15 meals

5B 5L 5D

Check-in & Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner

YMCA of the Ozarks

Equine Science, Arena Rides

YMCA of the Ozarks

Trail Riding, Arena Lesson, Barn Dance

YMCA of the Ozarks

Trail Ride, Advanced Arena Lesson, Campfire

YMCA of the Ozarks

Trail Ride, Nature Hike, Winery, Hayride

YMCA of the Ozarks

Final Herd Visit, Farrier Demo, Program Concludes

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At a Glance

Journey to the foothills of the Ozarks for a week-long immersion into the basics of horsemanship. Experience the bond between human and horse for the week as you learn animal science basics, grooming, saddling, western riding style and enjoy ranch life. The experience wouldn’t be complete without a four-mile bluff ride followed by a picnic lunch, seeing a farrier demonstration. Spend an afternoon getting to know your fellow Road Scholars during a tasting and exploration at a locally owned winery, and delight in cowboy campfires to round out each evening.

Activity Level

Outdoor: No Sweat

I exercise for fun, not to win contests. I like to explore at an easy pace, stopping to snap photos and smell the roses. Varied terrain doesn’t scare me, but let’s not do anything too extreme.

Micro Group

These adventures feature our smallest group size, with 12 participants or fewer.

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Groom, saddle and feed your horse all week as you experience a special relationship with your new friend and develop your equine behavior knowledge.
Depending on your skill, learn the basics of Western Riding, from tack and groundwork to neck reining — and even take on an obstacle course to show what you have learned!
Enjoy cowboy life with a barn dance, campfires, and a farrier demonstration.

General Notes

The Retreat Difference: This is a Road Scholar Retreat program. Our Retreat programs offer a tranquil respite from daily life in locales that lend themselves to outdoor exploration, reflection, or study. The accommodations may be basic in nature, but the facilities offer communal spaces to gather and to relax. During the week, opportunities usually exist for some combination of light exercise, a locally sourced meal, or evening entertainment. This is a Micro Group program, with 12 or fewer participants.

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