There’s more to the horse you ride here at the Ranch than meets the eye. Over the past few years, we’ve been quietly building a “youth movement” — raising and training young horses right here at Vista Verde. Doing it this way means we get to be part of their story from day one.
What makes me the most proud is being able to tell guests that this ranch is the only home this horse has ever known. ~ Ben Martin
We help with their development, hurdling over any barriers, familiarizing them with riders, and shaping them into the confident, kind partners for our guests’ adventures into the Routt National Forest.
This season, we’re thrilled to welcome three new additions: Hondo, a three-year-old gelding from Wyoming who’s just beginning his training with KP, and two sweet weanlings from Idaho who are still in their “eat and grow” stage of life. For now, their biggest jobs are to get stronger, learn trust, and soak up all the love our staff and guests can give them.
Though in their early years right now, these youngsters will one day carry you through mountain trails, accompany future riders, and even raise the next generation of Vista Verde horses. It’s a privilege to watch them grow and to welcome them as the newest members of our ranch family.