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Set Your Sights On This Wintery Horseback Vacation

by Emily Fought December 16, 2021December 13, 2021

Celebrate the season with a snowy trail ride, and then curl up in front of the fireplace.

Dreamy Dude Ranch Vacations

by Emily Fought November 4, 2021October 29, 2021

Saddle up for a wild and fun horseback adventure!

Hailey Kinsel, Barrel Racer

Meet barrel racing's Girl on Fire and the horse that lights the flame!

Debbe Dunning, Actress

Debbe Dunning, the former Home Improvement Tool Time Girl trades Hollywood for the heartland.

Breakaway Roping

Breaking Down The Breakaway with professional roper, Jordan Jo Fabrizio

Kenda Lenseigne, Shooter

Kenda Lenseigne dared to beat the boys to become World Champion.

Elizabeth Poett, Rancher

Elizabeth Poett is an eighth generation rancher on her family's Rancho San Julian.

Quincy Freeman, Designer

Rodeo Quincy is an eclectic fashion brand with a Spanish flair for Western.

Mesa Pate, Cowgirl

A family legacy of tenacity and grit it what propels this young, authentic cowgirl.

Amberley Snyder, Speaker

10 years from the moment that changed her life has proven to be an inspiration.

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C Lazy U Ranch Events

by Carly Billington August 30, 2021August 30, 2021

Saddle up! There’s some exciting events coming soon to C Lazy U Ranch!

Adventure Awaits! Book Your Dude Ranch Vacation Now!

by Cowgirl Social Team May 13, 2021May 13, 2021

Sponsored by the Dude Ranchers’ Association…

Life As A Horse Wrangler

by Emily Fought March 23, 2021March 18, 2021

The work is hard, but the rewards are greater!

Breathe In The Air

by Ken Amorosano February 22, 2021February 3, 2021

Why now is a great time to book a guest or dude ranch vacation.

Socially Distance The Cowgirl Way On These DRA Ranches

by Jenna Link November 3, 2020November 3, 2020

Sponsored by the Dude Ranchers Association…

9 DRA Ranches To Daydream About

by CG Editorial Team June 22, 2020

Sponsored by The Dude Ranchers’ Association

Debbe Dunning, The Dude Ranch Debutante

by Ken Amorosano April 21, 2020

The former ‘Home Improvement’ Tool Time Girl trades Hollywood for the Heartland

8 Unbelievable Dude Ranches To Visit This Summer

by CG Editorial Team March 16, 2020March 16, 2020

Sponsored by Dude Ranchers’ Association (DRA)

Gems Of The West

by Susan L. Ebert January 14, 2020January 14, 2020

America’s Dude Ranches: An Enduring and Endearing Tradition.

8 DRA Ranches To Keep On Your Radar

by Samantha Crowley December 9, 2019February 19, 2020

Sponsored by DRA

How To Introduce Your Child To Horses

by Emily Fought October 11, 2019October 9, 2019

Help your child to develop a good relationship with horses from the start!

10 Guest Ranches To Coddle Your Inner Cowgirl

by CG Editorial Team July 22, 2019January 29, 2020

Looking for a perfect getaway with your girlfriends? We have you covered!

Your Dream Vacation is Waiting!

by Bethany Reed July 15, 2019July 17, 2019

And it all starts with a look at these amazing Dude Ranchers’ Association destinations.

See Why Rancho De Los Caballeros Is The Ultimate Guest Ranch Resort

by Stacey Lorton February 20, 2019February 19, 2019

Rancho De Los Caballeros has wowed guests with its beauty, charm, and luxurious amenities for decades!

Saddle Up For An All-Inclusive Dude Ranch Adventure

by Emily Fought February 11, 2019May 22, 2020

A horseback riding vacation is calling your name!

A Ride in The Rockies

by Christy Nielson October 1, 2018October 6, 2018

Western Hospitality stays strong at this Colorado dude ranch.

Got Horse Experience? Consider Working At A Dude Ranch This Summer!

by Stacey Lorton March 1, 2018

So, are you ready to haul your horses to a new state this summer?

The Ranch At Rock Creek Is The Ultimate Cowgirl Getaway

by Stacey Lorton February 15, 2018

This resort, known as “The World’s Only Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Guest Ranch,” is the best of the best!