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!
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…
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,…
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…
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…
We welcomed Jake Moberly as the Adventure Center Manager this fall and are pleased to introduce him to those who haven’t yet had the chance to head out on the trail with him. Jake started…
A cozy fire crackling, frost on the grass, and golden aspen leaves call for an equally cozy breakfast dish. Try this simple, but slightly decadent, version of a favorite breakfast for many. Hearty Baked Oats…
Many of our guests come to the ranch with visions of cantering (aka loping or galloping, but we won’t get into the distinction between the three here) through the mountains with their horse’s mane blowing…
Pandemic, elections, wildfires, and more pandemic. What a ride the past 18 months have been! Through this all, our staff have exhibited a level of professionalism and resilience that makes us proud to have them…
Chef Jonathon shares a great recipe for evening deck sitting and socializing. Smoked Trout Dip Ingredients: 12 oz High quality smoked trout 4 oz Cream cheese, room temp ½ c. Sour cream 3…
Just as we were settling into the summer season, a plume of smoke popped up on a Friday afternoon. Oh boy, we knew it was probably not an if but a when, and here we…
