Fodors – January 2020

While the chefs are thinking ahead and planning the menu for their Valentine’s Day Aphrodisiac Dinner, things are still pretty steamy here at the ranch with honeymooners checking in every couple days to celebrate at the ranch. It’s so much fun to have these young couples here! Fodors recently published an article on just that topic titled “10 Cold Weather Honeymoon Destinations to Heat Things Up” and included VVR as one of the possible destinations. Read the article….

By Stephanie Wilson January 16, 2020

Insider Tips from the Pros
No one gear tests like a guide! Their heavy use allows them to put apparel and gear to the test as well as try out a lot of different options along the way. So, who better than our guides and wranglers to provide some insider tips for all of you! Horseback Riding If you were…
April 30, 2021
Dude Ranch Life: Springtime at the Ranch
The hammering outside the Lodge is hard to miss right now, but each day Nate and his crew get closer to having our new fitness room finished. The new setup will be far more convenient for our guests to access and will offer more space to spread out. The best part is, it is right…
April 30, 2021
Dude Ranch Horse Ponderings II
There are so many areas in our life where we are defined by being called a “beginner” or “novice” or “advanced” or “expert”, and everything in between. But when it comes to horses and horsemanship, what do those labels mean? It is common that people equate speed with ability. We hear from many riders that…
April 30, 2021
Fatherly – April 2021
It’s summer family vacation planning season. And that means all the travel websites are busy pushing out content about the best vacation options for family travel this summer. We are always humbled to be included in the best of lists, and don’t take those inclusions lightly. So, when journalist Terry Ward reached out about including…
April 30, 2021