Windswept Ranch

07/13/2024

Once again, the heat is impossible. We will not open tomorrow. Please watch for an important announcement.

07/05/2024

We're keeping an eye on the weather. Our primary concern, as always, is the animals. With that in mind, we will be closed tomorrow due to extreme heat. Please stay home, stay hydrated and keep cool.

06/22/2024

“Oh, when you kiss me (when you kiss me), I know you miss me (I know you miss me)…” - Mary & Bigs


Happy World Camel Day, Mary! 🐪

06/21/2024

Tomorrow is World Camel Day. Come on out to the chance where we will be walking camels around and giving you the perfect opportunity to get some great photos. And, you might just get the chance to meet Valor-ie, our newest addition, who was born on Memorial Day weekend. We are open tomorrow from 10 - 3.

05/23/2024

So Saturday is camel rides at the ranch and this decided to try a makeover just so he would look extra special for you. What do you think?

05/18/2024

It's a beautiful day to be a lizard on a pole at the ranch today. Actually, it's a beautuday to be at the ranch. Come on out and enjoy the day with our critters. This lizard probably won't eat carrots but we lots of animals that would be happy to accommodate. We are open Saturdays from 10 - 3 through October.

05/04/2024

04/27/2024

Wow! April has been unpredictable. Rain, snow, wind, wind, wind.....Today it is blowing about 25 mph with gusts at about 40 mph. Not fun for the animals, volunteers and guests not safe for anyone. We have decided to close today and hope Mother Nature's bipolar disorder settles down so we can all enjoy the animals. See you next week.

04/13/2024

Well, another Saturday and the weather just can't make up it's mind. Freezing cold and windy with rain coming in by 2 but for those brave souls that need an animal fix, we will be here.

04/05/2024

This winter storm is forcing us to push our opening day back a week. Roads are closed and it is miserable cold.

Spice is feeling lucky to have a nice thick coat in this weather. She hopes to see you on Saturday the 13th.

12/09/2023

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Reindeer are the sought-after stars of Windswept Ranch in Rosamond, making cameos at various events during the holidays

12/02/2023

Update: We are so disappointed to announce the cancelation of our event with the reindeer this week. The wind destroyed 2 buildings here at the ranch and then we had torrential downpours making deep ravines on the property and the road. The final straw was Christmas Eve when our favorite Santa became very ill. He is still under the weather as is the ranch. He could use some prayers.

We are so excited here at Windswept Ranch. We just got word that Santa and 2 of his reindeer, Cookie and Cocoa will be flying in for a layover right here between December 26 and December 31!

And you are cordially invited to come on out and have cookies and cocoa with Cookie and Cocoa and spend some casual time with Santa.

15 minute session with 2 reindeer will be $25 per person, maximum 6 people per session. Take pictures, feed the reindeer and have an opportunity to purchase a picture taken by our staff.
Then, have fun visiting and feeding all the magical critters at the ranch.

Reservations required. Call 661-809-3965 to book your spot.

09/17/2023

Malachi is making friends at Childrens' Day at the museum. Come on down. We are here until 3

09/16/2023

Beautiful weather today. Come on out and be one with the animals. We are open Saturdays from 10 - 3. Admission is $8 per person.

08/26/2023

Hey Mikey. What day is it?

It's the last Saturday of the month and we do camel rides at the ranch.

Come on out today from 10 - 3 and take a ride. Admission is only $8. Camel rides are $15, and of course a big bucket of carrots is only $8.

We take cash, check, venmo or Paypal.

08/12/2023

Last night Mac went to a party at a restaurant in Los Angeles. It is the first time I noticed how much he and Larry look alike.

The weather is beautiful so come on out and see for yourself.

We are open Saturdays from 10 - 3 through October. Come on out and meet Mac and Larry, our version of Danny and Arnold in "Twins"

08/01/2023

"The Pit Bull never ceases to amaze me. I have never seen a breed so mistreated, misused or misunderstood but still maintain an undying devotion to humans."
~Brian

08/01/2023

My very reason for being. Just a dog.

Just a dog.

From time to time people tell me “chill out, it’s just a dog” or “it’s a lot of money just for a dog.” They don't understand the distance traveled, the time invested, or the costs incurred by "just a dog".
Some of my proudest moments have occurred with “just a dog.”

Many hours have passed being my only company "just a dog", but not for one moment did I feel despised. Some of my saddest moments have been because of “just a dog,” and on those gray days, the gentle touch of “just a Dog” gave me comfort and the reason to get through the day.

If you also think “it’s just a dog”, then you’ll probably understand phrases like “just a friend”, “just a sunrise” or “just a promise.” “Just a dog” brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust and pure unbridled joy. “Just a dog” brings out the compassion and patience that make me a better person.

For "just a dog" I will get up early, take long walks and look forward to the future. So for me and people like me, it’s not “just a dog,” but an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the memories of the past, and the absolute joy of the moment. “Just a dog” brings out the good in me and takes my thoughts away from myself and daily worries.

I hope one day they can understand that it’s not “just a dog”, but the one that gives me humanity and keeps me from being “just a human.” So the next time you hear the phrase “just a dog”, just smile because they “just don’t get it”.

“Just A Dog,” by Richard A. Animals.
"Master bedroom," (1965) Andrew Wyeth

07/29/2023

The past 2 weeks have been HOT. We are finally cooling off and the critters can't wait to see you. Come on out. It is camel ride Saturday.

07/20/2023

Stay hydrated.

362 likes, 6 comments. “Due to the extreme heat this Saturday we will NOT be opened to the public. We take the safety of our animals and guests seriously and we look forward to seeing you next week! Mikey & Miata would like everyone to remember to stay hydrated 💖🐪💖”

07/14/2023

A lot of buzz going on at the ranch thanks to Beekman Bees dropping off 1500 hives and failing to provide adequate water. That coupled with excessive heat will keep the ranch closed this Saturday. We apologize for the inconvenience.

07/01/2023

Hello Everyone! It is going to be hot today! We are going to be closed today to allow the animals and volunteers to not be out in the hot sun. We are sorry for the inconvenience, we will be back open next Saturday! Stay cool and have a safe holiday!

06/24/2023

Camel rides today. Come on out, 10 - 3

06/16/2023

06/16/2023

Life is seldom boring here at the ranch. Tuesday I got a call asking me to pick up an orphaned fawn at the California Wildlife Center. It was not a native species so they could only hold it 24 hours before euthanasia. Turns out it is a whitetail.

Yesterday was a pickup in El Centro. This time an adult mule deer being kept illegally as a pet.

They are both safe here at Windswept now.

People, I know fawns are adorable and it is soo tempting to want to bring them home, but if you get caught and they are lucky, they might get picked up by a licensed facility such as this one, otherwise they will be destroyed.

Living at the ranch is never the life I would choose for a wild animal, but it is life.

Come on out and meet our newest residents. We are open Saturdays from 10 - 3. Admission is $8 per person.

06/11/2023

WINDSWEPT RANCH can always use some extra helping hands!

06/07/2023

So proud to fly The flag over the ranch today, D-Day as we welcomed guests from the Lancaster VA Home. We had an amazing group of our volunteers turn out to make sure each veteran present enjoyed the visit. Everyone had a good time and if tou look carefully at the last 2 group shots you will see that even our very special dogs wanted to be part of the action.

05/27/2023

Hey everyone. What are you doing today? It's our camel ride day. Head on out to the ranch for a fun day with the critters and take a ride on Mac.