Interested in taking a dude ranch vacation, but don't have a whole week to spare? These dude and guest ranches offer short stay options for flexible ranch vacations. by Darley Newman Modern travelers are often short on time. Many modern dude ranches have caught on, straying from the tradit...

Learn about Bussey Point horse trails, which were created by horseback riders, for horseback riders, and are a hidden gem in Georgia, part of the Equitrekking 50 State Trail Riding Project. by Linda Antopolsky Located between Augusta and Lincolnton, Georgia, is a hidden gem of horse trails on ...

Great places to take a carriage driving vacation in the USA. These equestrian learning holidays help beginners and advanced alike, including those looking to excel in Combined Driving Events. by Darley Newman Always wanted to drive a horse-drawn carriage? Want to spend time with horses, but no...

Known as the land of the Great Genghis Khan, nomadic life-style, barren landscapes, rolling hills and rickety carts, the Mongolian countryside is not your usual tourist stop! Mongolia certainly seemed like no other place I had ever been, and that’s what made it such an appealing destinatio...

Learn about Horses and Humans Research Foundation, an organization working to support, promote and fund scientific research that explores the potential benefits of equine-assisted activities and therapies and to educate the public on research findings–– helping equine-assisted activiti...

Dude ranches are a great setting for corporate retreats, meetings and team building, whether you're a small business, group of executives or larger corporation. Different ranches focus on varied activities to help colleagues excel as leaders and gel as workmates, ranging from the equestri...

A lofty and cool goal! ACTHA and PATH Internatioanl work to host 1,000 horseback rides during the month of March to raise money for riding centers across the nation and help bring national awareness of the benefits of therapeutic horse programs. Learn how you can join a ride and get involved! by...

Like staying in historic buildings or cozy log cabins? Looking for a quintessential cabin in the woods? Want awesome diggs on your next ranch getaway? Check out the architecture and design of these cool cabins at dude ranches across the USA that you may want to visit. by Darley Newman A...

Saddle up with your female friends for these special Western packages at dude ranches and riding vacations across the USA. by Darley Newman Hey ladies! Ever had dreams of riding off into the sunset, leading a cattle drive or trekking cross-country on horseback? Female-friendly riding vacations...

Something for Everyone in the Heart of the Bluegrass from Janet Eaton of the Fort Harrod Back Country Horsemen for Equitrekking's 50 State Trail Riding Project. by Janet Eaton Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill near Harrodsburg in the central region of Kentucky offers more than 3000 acres of ...