Runaway Ranch

14/01/2025

Well said 👏

13/01/2025

Things your riding instructor wants you to know:
1. This sport is hard. You don't get to bypass the hard…..every good rider has gone through it. You make progress, then you don't, and then you make progress again. Your riding instructor can coach you through it, but they cannot make it easy.

2. You're going to ride horses you don't want to ride. If you're teachable, you will learn from every horse you ride. Each horse in the barn can teach you if you let them. IF YOU LET THEM. Which leads me to…

3. You MUST be teachable to succeed in this sport. You must be teachable to succeed at anything, but that is another conversation. Being teachable often means going back to basics time and time and time again. If you find basics boring, then your not looking at them as an opportunity to learn. Which brings me to…..

4. This sport is a COMMITMENT. Read that, then read it again. Every sport is a commitment, but in this sport your teammate weighs 1200 lbs and speaks a different language. Good riders don't get good by riding every once in awhile….they improve because they make riding a priority and give themsevles opportunity to practice.

5. EVERY RIDE IS AN OPPORTUNITY. Even the walk ones. Even the hard ones. Every. Single. Ride. Remember when you just wished someone would lead you around on a horse? Find the happiness in just being able to RIDE. If you make every ride about what your AREN'T doing, you take the fun out of the experience for yourself, your horse, and your instructor. Just enjoy the process. Which brings me to...

6. Riding should be fun. It is work. and work isn't always fun.....but if you (or your rider) are consistently choosing other activities or find yourself not looking forward to lessons, it's time to take a break. The horses already know you don't want to be here, and you set yourself up for failure if you are already dreading the lesson before you get here.

7. You'll learn more about horses from the ground than you ever will while riding. That's why ground lessons are important, too. If you're skipping ground lessons (or the part of your lesson that takes place on the ground), you're missing out on the most important parts of the lesson. You spend far more time on the ground with horses than you do in the saddle.

8. Ask questions and communicate. If you're wondering why your coach is having you ride a particular horse or do an exercise, ask them. Then listen to their answer and refer to #3 above.

9. We are human beings. We make decisions (some of them life and death ones) every day. We balance learning for students with workloads for horses and carry the bulk of this business on our shoulders. A little courtesy goes a long way.

Of all the sports your child will try through their school years, riding is one of 3 that they may continue regularly as adults (golf and skiing are the others). People who coach riding spend the better part of their free time and much of their disposable income trying to improve their own riding and caring for the horses who help teach your child. They love this sport and teaching others…..but they all have their limits. Not all good riders are good coaches, but all good coaches will tell you that the process to get good is not an easy one.

*thank you to whoever wrote this! Not my words, but certainly a shared sentiment!

25/12/2024

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Runaway Ranch! ✨🎄

As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we’re reminded of the blessings of faith, family, and community. We are so thankful for each of you who make Runaway Ranch such a special place.

May your Christmas be filled with the joy and peace that only Christ can bring, and may His love fill your hearts and homes this season.

From our family to yours, we pray for a blessed and joyful Christmas! ❤️

With love,
Ryan, Krissy & Paisley 🐴

19/12/2024

🎉 Just in time for Christmas… The 2024 Runaway Ranch Rodeo Buckles are here! 🎉

Our winners have been (not so patiently) waiting, and we’re thrilled to finally share these stunning awards with the riders who earned them. 🏆

Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and perseverance—each buckle tells a story of grit and growth. We couldn’t be prouder of all our participants!

Let’s give these champions a big round of applause! 👏

19/12/2024

We still have some bags of our awesome Cowboy Coffee from the Christmas Show last weekend on Sale to help support our 2024 Fundraiser. These make a great gift for any coffee lover.
Message us or pick on up here at the Ranch. On sale for $25 for 1lb Bag.
Top Shelf Arabica Beans roasted Locally.
Merry Christmas everyone !

17/12/2024

Sometimes 🤣 !

05/12/2024

🎄🎅 Christmas Sweatshirts Are Here! 🎅🎄

You guys!! These Christmas sweatshirts are too cute and perfect for the holiday season! ❄️✨

If you’d like one (or two!), we need your orders in by Monday to ensure they’re ready for pickup this Saturday at the Drill Team Christmas Show.

Don’t wait—place your order now so you can rock these festive looks while cheering on the team! 🎁🐴

https://www.myrunawayplace.com/shop-1

Let’s make this holiday season extra merry! ❤️🎄

04/12/2024

🎄✨ LIMITED EDITION ALERT ✨🎄
Get ready to sleigh this holiday season with our exclusive Christmas Sweatshirts & Hoodies! ❄️

🎁 Choose from TWO festive styles:
🎅 Christmas Drill Team Logo
🎄 Classic Christmas Logo

💃 Available in your choice of:
✔️ Cozy Crew Neck
✔️ Warm & Stylish Hoodie

🎨 Perfect for:
✔️ Spreading holiday cheer
✔️ Staying comfy & festive
✔️ Supporting Runaway Ranch

🛒 Order Now Before They're Gone!
📅 Deadline: Thursday December 12th
📍 Where to Buy: https://www.myrunawayplace.com/shop-1

🎉 Show your holiday spirit AND support our drill team! Let’s make this season magical together. 🌟

04/12/2024

🎄✨ JOIN US FOR A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS SHOW! ✨🎄

🎁 Runaway Ranch Presents:
🌟 The Christmas Drill Team Show 🌟

📅 Date: December 14th
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Runaway Ranch

🎶 Experience the holiday spirit like never before with dazzling performances, festive music, and heartwarming moments brought to life by our talented drill team. ❤️

🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now!
🔗 https://www.myrunawayplace.com/allevents

🎉 Don't miss the Christmas event of the season! Grab your family and friends, and let’s make this holiday unforgettable together.

✨ Get your tickets today! Seating is limited.

28/11/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from Runaway Ranch!

This season of gratitude has us reflecting on the incredible community we’re blessed to have here at the ranch. From the students who show up eager to learn, to the families cheering them on, to the horse owners who so generously share their beloved partners, and of course, the horses themselves — we are endlessly thankful.

Every ride, every lesson, and every milestone reminds us how lucky we are to be part of this journey with all of you. Today, we’re especially grateful for the connections we’ve built and the trust that makes this ranch feel like family.

Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving!

We love you all,
Ryan, Krissy & Paisley
Runaway Ranch

27/11/2024

Boone will be friends with anyone 😂🩷

13/11/2024

Another great drill team practice in the books! Watching these riders come together with focus and teamwork is amazing to see. The dedication, practice, and attention to detail are really paying off as we get closer to showtime! Keep up the great work, everyone!

Mark your calendars for December 14th.

08/11/2024

Productive day today reorganizing all those horse things we use throughout the year. Thank you so much to our helpers Patty, Stephanie and Tia. Krissy and I really needed it. It was quite the Job but looks way better and it’s organized so much nicer and we now have lights YAY !! ❤️🔥💪🏻
“Many hands make light work”
Nehemiah 3:16

31/10/2024

This photo is GOLD. As many of you know we have had a rough medical year among our herd.

Thankfully everything has turned out good but various random things put a few on stall rest for an extended period of time.

Lenny & Roxy were stalled for several weeks ( 2 separate reasons )

Its a beautiful sight seeing them out enjoying their turn out w the herd all fixed up 💕

29/10/2024

24/10/2024

Fall harvest sky while at the buffet ❤️😂