Horsemanship continues at MMR

January 30, 2021, Volume 16, Issue 4 This week in ranch happenings, we have been continuing to expand our horsemanship horizons with flying lead changes! The first time I tried the pattern Shayne was teaching, I was on Leroy, another favorite pony of mine. I think...

Getting Handy at McGinnis Meadows Ranch!

January 23, 2021, Volume 16, Issue 3 Hey everyone! Here’s this week’s ranch update. We are continuing our roping practice daily and we are finding more and more ways to get creative with our exercises. Earlier in the week we cut on the cutting flag with our ropes in...

A horsewomen’s journey at McGinnis Meadows

January 16, 2021, Volume 16, Issue 2 Emotions and horses All has been well at the ranch as we settle into the new year. We have been diligently practicing for the upcoming branding season. Everyday Shayne gives us new drills to get us handier with our ropes. Dally...

There’s Trouble in the making

January 9, 2021, Volume 16, Issue 1 Psst….Hey! Down here! It’s me, Trouble the ranch cat! Emily left the lodge door cracked and I managed to slip in, undetected, to have a look around. I’m so crafty. purr* The Lodge is so cozy and warm this time of...

Gratitude

January 2, 2021, Volume 15, Issue 52 Happy New Year everyone! As we ride into 2021, the sentiment out and about is, let’s kick 2020 out the door on its butt, and move on to better things. At the ranch, we are truly blessed to have had a sense of normalcy throughout...