Mountain View Ranch
Sun Bowl Ranch
502 Easy St.
Dan by, VT 05739
(802) 293-5837

 

Guest Comments
"We had a great time with Smoky and the gang.  Your girls were great with the kids, too.  Thank you for a fun time! "  Bob, Bobby, Matt, & Charlotte
"Our whole family had such a great time. You guys were just as wonderful as Jay ne and Mary said that you would be! Thanks for making it great for the kids." Julie Friedman
"The Sun Bowl Ranch was certainly a big part of our Stratton stay.  This is truly a special place. Thank you."    John, Dallied, Ashley, & Natalie Palmetto
"Michelle and Bill had a great ride.  Zuni is a nice horse, and Big Red is a gentleman.  We'll come back again if we're ever in the area.  Nice people, and I liked the gift shop, too!"   (FL)
"Thanks loads for the incredible trip. This being our first time in VT will definitely not be our last!  Thanks for a first hand look at Vermont's inner beauty!  Keep up the great work and keep 'elm healthy!"    Kim (OH)

 

 

Riding Lessons

As head instructor, Letitia stresses unity and understanding between horse and rider.  Ranch philosophy is that you are a guest on your mounts and as such you owe your mounts a great deal of respect. The Sisters' horses are gentle and willing because of the care and understanding they are given. We believe  the best way for a rider to get a horse to perform is to ask.  Sometimes the request must be firm, but it must be made with respect and gentleness..  When the rider is an extension of the horse and not a separate entity, cooperation flows naturally. The goal for a rider is to achieve a sense of balance and oneness with their horse.  This involves developing trust, clear intention, and learning how to communicate your intention to the horse in a way that develops understanding  and agreement. 

Letitia believes that learning to communicate with the horse using their language results in a beneficial experience for both horse and rider.  "There needs to be room for the horses expression and spirit - not just the riders".  The Ranch also does lessons in Natural Horsemanship, where you are taught  how to speak to your horse.  This experience can be magical and enhance your riding experience for years - whether you are a first time rider or riding all your life.

MVR lessons are also fun with the use of obstacle patterns.  Horses can get pretty accustomed to going around and around the ring - becoming as bored and predictable as their rider.  Not only do games such as, barrel racing and stakes make riding more fun, it also requires intense use and practice of skills.  Focus and concentration is required of the rider, which quickly hones skills and creates a greater connection and essential communication with your horse.  When you and your horse are really 'tuned in' your riding experience is truly inspiring. 

Horse and RiderIt is common to see riders advance at an astonishing rate as they learn in this fun environment.  The obstacle patterns require the use of focus and attention, steering,  body balance and flexibility, control through intentional communication, speed control, planning and trust.  Nothing to sneeze at when one thinks of doing this all on the back of a 1000 pound animal!

This intentional interaction with your horse allows for the constant achievement of small goals and at the same time is providing constant challenges.  This is why riding at a supportive and positive establishment, results in the rise of one's self esteem and general over-all happiness!  It is a common fact that animals can have a real positive impact on children and adults.  Couple that with learning how to really interact with an animal in an intensely physical and trusting way and it brings the impact to a different level.  We look forward to sharing with you the world of horses and horse communication.   Lessons last one hour each and are offered in Natural Horsemanship Handling, Western and English seats, beginner through advanced.

Private
$50
Semi-private (2)
$40 per person
Group (3–6)
$35 per person
Lesson Packages Available:

Six- 1 hour Group Lessons: $180    
Six- 1 hour Semi-Private Lesson: $210
Six- 1 hour Private Lessons: $270

 

Please call for reservations at
(802) 293-5837

 

You may also contact us by email.  However, we are so busy we don't always check our email daily, so give us a call to make reservations.

 

Mountain View Ranch
Sun Bowl Ranch
502 Easy St.
Danby, VT 05739
802 293-5837