Cowboy School
“A horse doesn’t care how much you know, until he knows how much you care.” -Pat Parelli
Annual Event
Join us for one of our next Sessions:
October 21-26, 2026 | October 20-25, 2027
Kickin’ up dust, & makin’ memories!
Have you always dreamed of being a bona fide Cowboy/Cowgirl? Now’s your chance!
Back by Popular Demand!!!… We invite you to join us in an unforgettable all-inclusive 5-Day western event! Learn natural horsemanship, cowboy basics, games on horseback, and tricks of the trade passed down by generations of cowboys, while you explore the bonded connection that develops between horse & rider.
With a variety of terrain, challenges, and techniques to learn… whether you are a novice, or an experienced horseman this Event has something to take away for all!
Cowboy School is an extremely unique, complimentary event included with your stay! While participation each day is not mandatory, this event is designed to build on skills from the previous day’s courses, so attendance is encouraged to ensure you stay up to speed, build a strong bond with your horse, and have the opportunity to enjoy the full experience.
This Event will fill up FAST!, with a maximum number of participants for each event to ensure a fulfilling experience for all. With that in mind, we do recommend that you reserve your space right away when you book your stay.
While it is not required to stay with us throughout the entirety of the event, guests who do will receive 10% off their stay of 5 nights or more!
WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS
Wednesday Arrival and Monday Departure
(Activities begin Wednesday night & conclude Sunday afternoon)
Welcome Reception & Farewell Dinner
Hosted by Head Wrangler
Workshop Sessions
Four days with our Wrangler Team, learning & playing, with activities customized to groups’ assessed ability & comfort levels.
Special Activities
Off-Menu Activities
Select Equine Activities from our Add-On Activity Menu
*available complimentary only for guests participating in event

SAMPLE ITINERARY
Wednesday
Arrival Day – Welcome Reception
Join Head Wrangler for meet and greet cocktails in the Rooftop Lounge.
Thursday
Horsemanship 101 – Cowboy Basics
Learn anatomy, markings, coloring as well as how to catch, groom and saddle your horse.
Afternoon roping lesson and trail ride.
Friday
Workshop Sessions at Piquett Creek Ranch
Observe colt work and the art of “joining up”.
Use what you’ve learned to build a special connection with your horse.
Cowboy style pack lunch corral side.
Obstacle course ride – learn to give your horse clear direction and ride independently.
Learn to feel where your horse is placing their feet and where your balance is in relation.
Saturday
CB Ranch Game Day
Team penning with cattle and games on horseback at the CB corrals.
BBQ lunch
Sunday
Off Ranch Ride Day
Cap off Cowboy school with an adventure into the hillsides.
Relax into your newly honed skills and take in the breathtaking vistas of the Bitterroot Valley.
Pack lunch on the trail
Group cocktails in the Rooftop Lounge
Farewell dinner
Monday
Departure Day
“Oh the last goodbyes, the hardest one to say and this is where the cowboy rides away.” -George Strait




