PLAN + PACK TIPS
Planning and packing tips to help you get ready for riding and feel more at home.
PLAN
Reserve dates up to a year ahead
Send 25% deposit by check and reservation form (we also accept VISA or MC)
Look for & check Elkhorn confirmation letter
Ship gear by United Parcel Service or FEDEX at least two weeks ahead
Travel, diet, birthday / anniversary info to Elkhorn two weeks ahead
Contact information to friends — Ranch # 520-822-1040 (night & day)
PACK
Signed release for children for whom you are not the parent or guardian
Ample supply of prescription medications
Camera & spare memory card and battery
Computer or tablet or choose to leave behind (computer available for your use)
Binoculars
Chest strap for carrying large camera while riding
Journal or sketch book
Tennis racquet (balls available at ranch store)
Day pack for hiking – not recommended for use while riding
Extra flashlight (one in cabin)
Riding boots with smooth sole and heel, no lace nor zipper – required by Elkhorn for safety. Available for borrowing at ranch!
Hat with string for sun protection . Hats available for borrowing at ranch!
Sun glasses
Professionally fitted riding helmet. (Optional – Not required nor provided by Elkhorn)
Rain / wind layer outdoor oriented coat – especially winter months (no ponchos)
Outdoor oriented warm layer – especially winter months
Thermal base layer – especially winter months
Clothing layers to fit your kids — Elkhorn’s lending closet has lots of adult sizes, but kids’ sizes scanty
Long sleeve cotton shirts for sun protection
Comfortable jeans or other pant for riding
Light weight or warm gloves for chafing, sun or cold protection
Tights, panty hose, long johns and tall socks to prevent saddle soreness and chafing
Casual clothing for around the ranch and supper
Shorts
Swimsuit
Comfortable walking shoes
SKINNY JEANS WERE NOT THE BEST CHOICE
~ words of wisdom from an Elkhorn teen
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