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Horseback Riding & Lessons
Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
General Info: (254) 287-2523/8303
Reservations & Lesson Registration: (254) 681-9788
It's time to get back on the saddle at BLORA Ranch! Whether you come to the ranch as a novice or as an experienced rider, you will leave with more confidence and new equestrian skills; we want all our visitors to leave the ranch with lots of smiles, and a memorable horseback riding experience that will last a life time. So, giddy up to BLORA and enjoy the fresh Texas air while riding along the trails! Bond with the horses and have fun exploring!"
There are over 1,200 beautiful acres spread across BLORA for riders to explore. Horses are available for one and two hour rides. All trail rides are guided by several wranglers that have extensive experience in all aspects of horsemanship. We intentionally keep our groups small, to insure your safety; we want you to feel safe and enjoy your time on horseback.
BLORA Ranch also offers private rides for couples. Are you looking for something more than just a movie and dinner date? Have you just returned home from deployment and need some quiet time? If so, call and make a reservation for a unique date experience at the ranch.
If your child (10-14 years of age) will be participating on a trail ride, please call and check availability of a child size horse, or reserve one for an upcoming ride, as child size horses are limited.
Children under 10 years of age are not permitted on the trails. However, there's still fun for the young cowpokes with pony rides and a small animal petting area.
| Weight Requirements: |
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| Riders must weigh 245 lbs or less to ride on BLORA Ranch stock. |
| Attire: |
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| To enhance your experience, long pants and long sleeved shirts are recommended. Open-toe shoes and bathing suits are not allowed on the trails. |
| Concessions: |
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| Available at BLORA Ranch |
| Privately Owned Horses: |
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| Trails are available for privately owned horses meeting Post Vet requirements during normal operating hours. Daily riding fee is $3 per horse. |
| Overnight Trail Ride: |
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Enjoy a get-away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a trail ride with fellow horsemen:
2012 Rides
• April 7-8 • July 21-22 • October 13-14 • December 1-2
The overnight trail ride fee is $80, if you ride a horse from BLORA, or $35, if you ride your own horse. The fee includes horse, tack, a BBQ chuck wagon dinner, music and dance, and a primitive camp site at the BLORA Ranch. |
| Post Vet Requirements: |
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| A current rabies vaccine, current tetanus vaccine, and proof of negative coggins (all given within the last 12 months) are required for any horse participating in a BLORA activity. Proof must be presented at BLORA Ranch at the time of patronage. Horses without requirements will not be allowed at BLORA Ranch. |
| Check-in: |
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| Before saddling up, check-in at the BLORA Ranch Office (located at the BLORA Ranch), 15 minutes prior to your scheduled riding time, to allow adequate time to register for the ride. Children under 10 years-of-age are not permitted on trail rides. No double riding is permitted on the trail rides. |
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Environmental weather conditions may result in periodic closures of BLORA Ranch, without notice, should riding conditions be determined unsafe for patrons or stock. Closures include, but are not limited to weather related conditions (excessive heat or rain) and condition (health and welfare) of stock.
Please call in advance for daily ranch updates before driving to BLORA. |
| Daily Guided Trail Ride Hours: |
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Cost -$20/person per hour
Tuesday – Saturday
Rides depart at 0730, 0830, 1030, 1200, 1330, 1500 & 1630
Sunday
Rides depart at 0730, 0830, 1000, & 1200
Special arrangements may be made for Sunday evenings and other times for special occasions. Please call and we will try to accommodate |
| Pony Rides: |
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Pony Rides - $5/per 20 minute session (9 years of age or under)
Pony Rides are parent led in a riding ring. Three 20 minute sessions per hour are available and may not be split among more than one child at the $5 per child fee.
Helmets are provided. Riding fee will not be prorated |
| Pony Party! |
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For only $200.00, parents can plan a pony party for their children to include ponies, horses for adults, wranglers to assist with rides and horses, music, party pavilion, and a small animal petting area.
Activities such as musical chairs and goat roping, face painting, and live themed characters may be added for an additional fee. Make your reservation early to insure availability. Payment in full must be received at time of reservation. So, strap on the saddle and let your kids enjoy a fun-filled day with a pony party! |
| Pony Party! |
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For only $200.00, parents can plan a pony party for their children to include ponies, horses for adults, wranglers to assist with rides and horses, music, party pavilion, and a small animal petting area.
Activities such as musical chairs and goat roping, face painting, and live themed characters may be added for an additional fee. Make your reservation early to insure availability. Payment in full must be received at time of reservation. So, strap on the saddle and let your kids enjoy a fun-filled day with a pony party! |
| Petting Zoo: |
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| A small petting zoo is on site • Cost is $3 per child to enter • $1 (optional) to feed |
| Lessons: |
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| Western horseman and beginner riding lessons are offered for students 6 years of age and older. The student to trainer ratio is one-to-one. Cost is $25/hour |
| Special Events: |
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| Special events are periodically scheduled throughout the year at BLORA Ranch. Refresh this site for dates and more information |
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