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Non-Riding Horse Programs

Roping with a Wrangler class at the Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort

Roping with a Wrangler

30 Minutes | $50 / person / class

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Have you ever wondered how cowboys and cowgirls swing a rope and catch cattle so effortlessly? Well it all starts from the ground up with the fundamentals, and it is not too late to learn. This class will cover the basics of swinging a loop and catching the stationary roping dummy.

AVAILABLE SPRING & SUMMER

Two girls brushing a horse at the Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort

MAnes and tails

30 minutes  |  $50 / person

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Want to get to know our horses better? Grooming is a wonderful way to bond with a horse. Come on out to the corrals and learn about different grooming tools and techniques. This is a hands on, playful, relaxing class that will leave you feeling peaceful and satisfied (and perhaps a bit dusty. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by and adult. Space is limited.

AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND

A young boy leading a horse around some obstacles at the Alisal Guest Ranch

cowpokes and ponies

1 hour | $80 / person

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Want to get to know the Alisal herd in a more intimate setting? This non-riding class will be in a corral and will include instruction from a wrangler on best grooming techniques, ways to play with your horse (obstacle course anyone?) and you may even get to prepare a delicious snack for them. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.

AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND

bOOT BRANDING

30 minutes | Free

All Guests Welcome

Come on down to the barn with your boots and a Wrangler will brand them with our Alisal brand. Check daily activity schedule for days and times.

AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND

Schedule your horseback riding adventures — (805) 686-7700

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Service Charges

The Alisal's 20% service charge is intended to eliminate the need for our guests to tip individual employees, as well as cover the cost of a variety of amenities provided to our guests. These include two water canteens and a bottle of Alisal wine at check-in, daily newspapers, complimentary WiFi internet access, fitness center, complimentary shuttles to and from Solvang village center, nightly hors d'oeuvres in the Oak Room bar, complimentary bicycles, wine tasting with Alisal wine partners, scheduled and seasonal entertainment and a variety of children's activities including barnyard and Kid's arts and crafts room.