Dude Ranch Life: Meet the Samples
Over the years we have had some phenomenal folks work at VVR. We’ve seen young staff grow up and bring what they learned at VVR into their careers. And we’ve had dozens of staff who…
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There’s always something happening at Vista Verde Ranch. Foals are born, new recipes are created, or the wranglers are playing tricks on each other. Come here to read the latest news!
Dude Ranch Life: Announcing the 2022 Elk River Kipper Scholarship Recipient
Each year, when it is time to pick the recipient of the Elk River Kipper Scholarship, we are reminded that this is no easy feat. Once again, we had a field of applications that made…
Chef’s Corner: Asparagus Veloute
With the spring weather showing us glimpses of evenings on the deck, here is a recipe from Chef Jonathon to take advantage of one of the many veggies starting to show up fresh and in-season.…
Horse Power: Buying horses with Ben
Over the years, Ben has purchased a lot of horses for our herd at Vista Verde. It takes a special horse to do the work of dude ranching, and we have had a lot of…
Dude Ranch Life: The Farwell Mountain Band Signs Recording Contract
It was pretty exciting when Ben got the call, and the whopping and hollering was heard across the ranch. Next thing you know, he was coming into the Great Room on two wheels shouting for…
Chef’s Corner: N’duja Dip
The kitchen is always an exciting place when Chef Jonathon is cooking, and he’s keeping things saucy and spicy with this amazing recipe. If you’re wanting to hold onto the warmth and coziness of the…
The Range of Options for Guest Ranch Employment
With the summer season looming, Zach and Mette are busy interviewing and recruiting the next generation of VVR staff. Do you know someone who might be a great fit? We are looking for both seasonal…
Demystifying Backcountry Skiing at Vista Verde Ranch
One of the most common questions we receive about winter activities is to clarify what it means when we say we offer backcountry skiing. Backcountry skiing, by definition, is skiing where you leave prepared/groomed trails,…
Brides of Austin – Dream Honeymoon Destinations
Planning a honeymoon can be daunting, but at Brides of Austin they are trying to make it a bit easier with their list of the best honeymoon destinations. From a historic landmark site to a…
Dude Ranch Life: The 2021 VVR Holiday Gift Guide
Several years ago, we put out a gift guide featuring some of our favorite vendors, somewhat in jest of the slew of gift guides that get tossed around this time of the year. And it…
