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


Cowboy looking at horse.

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

A cowgirl stands next to her horse. The horse leans its head against her shoulder


A cowboy riding a black horse chases down a cow
Close Up Horse
Nine Triple Creek Ranch guest on horseback raise their cowboy hats in the air


A woman wearing a straw cowboy hat affectionately rubs the face of a large brown horse