Dude Ranch Life: Staff News
ERKS Back in 2019 we established the Elk River Kipper Scholarship Fund (ERKS) to honor Charlie’s 20th anniversary at the ranch and add to his legacy of helping our staff grow and develop at the…
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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!
Horse Power: Dude Ranch Horse Ponderings I
Several of the horse lovers here at Vista Verde have gotten hooked on podcasts from horse trainer Julie Goodnight. Julie is a Colorado-based trainer who also partners as a clinician with our friends and fellow…
Dude Ranch Life: The early morning shift
While our guests are snuggled up for a long winter’s dream, the ranch hand crew are bustling around like little elves on snowy mornings. Here is a quick behind-the-scenes look at all that gets done…
Is it cabin fever or a bad itch?
Got the itch? You know, that one that just keeps nagging you and will not go away? Never fear, we are not prescribing an antifungal here. Because you have the itch for a vacation!! It…
Chef’s Corner: Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake
Looking for something indulgent for a cold winter evening? If it’s not in the cards to get away for a winter vacation at the ranch, you can at least savor one of the dishes you…
Dude Ranch Life: The VVR 2020 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…
Chef’s Corner: Parker House Rolls
Just in time for Thanksgiving Chef Chol shares one of his most loved bread recipes. Enjoy! Parker House Rolls (makes 20-22 rolls) Ingredients: 2 ¼ ounces warm water 4 ½ ounces melted butter…
Dude Ranch Life: Staff News
Ranch living reminds us that life goes on, even in the wildest times. Love: Miller and Autumn tie the knot this weekend, and we are so excited to continue their celebration into the winter when…
10 Reasons to hideout at the ranch this winter
Are you feeling like you want to run away and hideout from the world right now? Then check out our 10 reasons to visit Vista Verde for a winter vacation. Plus, there is a bonus…
Dude Ranch Life: Farm to Feed Sleigh Dining
One of the amazing benefits of living in a major river basin of Colorado is the abundant water that flows through the Elk River Valley. Charlie manages our irrigation system and hopes for consistent rainfall…
