I would personally recommend your Ranch to others and my own daughter is begging me to go back so that she can be more one on one with the care and loving aspect of the horse

Dawn Butz, Brownie Girl Scout Troop 307 of the San Fernando Valley

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"Learning and healing through horses and nature"

Scout Programs:

We are excited to offer your troop a unique opportunity for scouts of all ages to earn their Horsemanship Merit badge or experience our horsemanship program geared to scouts:

What makes us unique:

  • We are a recognized California non–profit organization providing innovative programs to children and adults throughout the Los Angeles Metropolitan area.
  • The monies generated by our Merit Badge Programs provide the support for our free programs and services that assist cancer patients and their families.
  • We teach “Natural Horsemanship”, a humane approach to interaction with horses based on trust and respect.
  • Most of our horses have histories of neglect, abuse or abandonment and have been rehabilitated under our care.

What we offer your troop:
Our SCOUT MERIT BADGE PROGRAM offers participants the opportunity to increase appreciation and respect for the deep connections among people and horses. Our hands-on learning experiences surpass the necessary skills and knowledge mandated to earn the Horsemanship Merit Badge.

Key topics covered include:
  • Bonding Activities in which partnering, connection and trust is achieved between horse and human
  • Natural Horse care & Tack
  • Natural Horsemanship – Riding bareback and bit-less, as an “extension” of the horse
  • Horse Psychology - Herd Mentality and more!
  • All programs are custom designed to meet the specific needs of each participant and group.
  • Camp out at Josepho and do our program, or come up for the day!
  • Program cost: $35 per participant. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Saturdays and Sundays, 9-11 or 10-12, 1-3, 3-5
  • Summer, weekend and specialty horsemanship programs and camps offered

 We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming your troop for an invaluable experience they will never forget!