If you’re planning on horseback riding during your stay at the ranch there are probably some things you’ve already thought about packing like a hat, jeans, and boots. A surprising pro-tip is to invest in some bike shorts. Yep, you read that right–padded bike shorts. If you are unaccustomed to sitting in the saddle your…
While we are big promoters of healthy coping mechanisms like exercise, fresh air, relationship building, reading books, and learning new skills, the reality is there are some quick fixes that take the edge off during stressful times. Now, stop–don’t even think we’re going down that path! What we’re talking about is retail therapy! So, if…
While so many are sheltered at home, we are putting together ways to help bring you some of what you might learn at the ranch right in your living room. It’s a bit of a stretch, but let’s call these the VVR Master Classes! First up–Horsemanship It’s a bit challenging for us to give you…
While we’re all social distancing, here is an organism that thrives on its connectivity. Like the aspen, we look forward to the days when we can all gather around together—in our case sitting by the campfire, circling up for a square dance, or enjoying a glass of wine with friends. Check out these fun facts…
These are challenging times for all of us, and despite our idyllic and remote location, we are not immune to the changes. We feel strongly that Vista Verde was not meant to be enjoyed by just a few folks. This place has a purpose, and it is to provide a sanctuary for people from near…
By Mackenzie Muha Packing for a winter trip can be a daunting task. (SO. MANY. LAYERS.) Great news- we’re here to give you some insider scoop on a few of our favorite “definitely worth packing” items. #1 Base Layers. You can consider them the seed to growing a successfully warm winter outfit for virtually any…
Values and culture. I know, I know…. Many of you have been inundated with books and seminars regarding the “new” way of doing business. There is a lot of discussion about the importance of building a safe and healthy culture, and here at the ranch we have been swept up in that discussion. I’d like…
With a noticeable uptick over the years in guests having last-minute emergencies or life changes that affect their vacation, we can’t encourage enough that trip insurance is the best way to make sure you don’t lose money when unforeseen circumstances come into your life. To help make it easier for our guests, we partnered with…
As many of you have noted over the years, Vista Verde has been privileged to have a staff of fine young adults committed to serving and creating compelling experiences for our guests. Not that our more seasoned staff are any less professional and personable, but folks often find it a pleasant surprise that there are…
The summer of 2019 marked our beloved Charlie Cammer’s 20th year at the ranch. As we lobbed around ideas of what to do for him, nothing sounded right. What, are we going to get him a pen set? We wanted to do something that felt more powerful. Then it hit us. Charlie has always been…