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Includes 1 Participant Spot (1 Rider & 1 Horse*) At Our Ranch In Poplarville, Mississippi 

*Can Bring Your Horse Or Use One Of Ours

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Gaited Retreat: Mastering the Art of Gait Work

Are you passionate about gaited horses and eager to enhance your skills? Our Gaited Retreat offers additional classes focused on gait work, correction, and refinement. Over 5 days and 6 nights in our picturesque Southern Mississippi ranch, you'll find comfortable lodging in cabins, cowboy quarters, or a Western-style hotel. Coupled with an unforgettable experience, you’ll get to combine world-class education in an environment where you can feel comfortable and confident getting your questions answered and actually making progress with your horse. You can bring your own horse or borrow one of our Paso Finos or Quarter Horses. 

ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS WELCOME

This retreat delves deeply into the world of gaited horses, offering insights and techniques for mastering their unique movements. With Michael Gascon, The Horse Guru, as your guide, you'll unlock the secrets to becoming a gaited horse expert.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED IN A RETREAT?

Enjoy our secluded ranch nestled quietly amongst the pine trees in beautiful Southern Mississippi. 

  • 5 Days And 6 Nights Of Lodging

  • Stay In Our Peaceful Cabins, Cowboy Quarters, Or Beautiful Western-Style Hotel*

  • Hookups For RVs, Campers, And LQ Trailers

  • Stabling And Shavings For Any Horse You Bring

  • Amazing Home-Cooked Meals Each Day

  • Entertainment And Fun (Everyone Knows We Can Throw A Party!)

  • Horsemanship Education With Michael Gascon (The Horse Guru)

  • Education On Safety And How To Read Horses

From general horsemanship and trail riding to retreats focused on confidence or advanced riding, you’ll have the opportunity to relax as much as you want and to learn as much as you want.

Possible Horse Retreat Topics And Education Opportunities May Include, But Are Not Limited To:
  • Groundwork & Horsemanship Sessions

  • Obstacles

  • Horse Soccer

  • Trick Training

  • Pool Noodle Jousting

  • Trail Rides

  • Trick Riding/Roman Riding

  • Liberty

  • Reining

  • Roping

  • Bridleless

  • Working Cattle

  • Tack & Training Equipment

  • And So Much More!

What Are The Different Retreat Types?

  • Confidence Retreats: Walk / Trot / Optional Cantering In Games / Recovering Confidence

  • Intermediate Retreats: Walk / Trot / Some Cantering

  • Gaited & Advanced** Gaited Retreats: Additional Classes Focusing On Gait Work / Correction / Refinement

  • Cattle Retreats: Sorting / Reining / Roping

  • Advanced Boot Camp Retreats*: Walk / Trot / Canter / More Advanced Work

  • Mastermind Retreat*: Individual Topics Are Chosen By Participants / Each Participant Gets To Choose 2 Topics They Would Like To Be Part Of Itinerary  

(*Must have attended a past Retreat or been through our Horse Help Course or Challenge, **Must have attended a past Gaited Retreat)


*Accommodations: 

  • Cabins: 1 Queen Bed Per Room With Private Bathroom Each 

  • Hotel Rooms: 1 Queen Bed Per Room With 2 Shared Bathrooms For The 4 Total Rooms

  • Cowboy Quarters: 1 Or 2 Queen Beds Per Room With Private Bathroom Each

  • The Lodge: 4 bedrooms (2 with queen beds, 2 with twin beds that can convert to kings), 2 bathrooms, a full kitchen, and laundry


NOTICE: We DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS on any of our services (Retreats, Private Retreats, Academy Programs, or Private Horse Training), however we will allow you apply a credit towards future dates for the previously mentioned events if given a 30 DAYS NOTICE prior to the event date. This allows us to have time to fill that available spot or date.

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Fall Retreat #8 (Gaited Retreat) 9/15/2026 - 9/19/2026

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Includes 1 Participant Spot (1 Rider & 1 Horse*) At Our Ranch In Poplarville, Mississippi 

*Can Bring Your Horse Or Use One Of Ours

———

Gaited Retreat: Mastering the Art of Gait Work

Are you passionate about gaited horses and eager to enhance your skills? Our Gaited Retreat offers additional classes focused on gait work, correction, and refinement. Over 5 days and 6 nights in our picturesque Southern Mississippi ranch, you'll find comfortable lodging in cabins, cowboy quarters, or a Western-style hotel. Coupled with an unforgettable experience, you’ll get to combine world-class education in an environment where you can feel comfortable and confident getting your questions answered and actually making progress with your horse. You can bring your own horse or borrow one of our Paso Finos or Quarter Horses. 

ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS WELCOME

This retreat delves deeply into the world of gaited horses, offering insights and techniques for mastering their unique movements. With Michael Gascon, The Horse Guru, as your guide, you'll unlock the secrets to becoming a gaited horse expert.

—-

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN A RETREAT?

Enjoy our secluded ranch nestled quietly amongst the pine trees in beautiful Southern Mississippi. 

  • 5 Days And 6 Nights Of Lodging

  • Stay In Our Peaceful Cabins, Cowboy Quarters, Or Beautiful Western-Style Hotel*

  • Hookups For RVs, Campers, And LQ Trailers

  • Stabling And Shavings For Any Horse You Bring

  • Amazing Home-Cooked Meals Each Day

  • Entertainment And Fun (Everyone Knows We Can Throw A Party!)

  • Horsemanship Education With Michael Gascon (The Horse Guru)

  • Education On Safety And How To Read Horses

From general horsemanship and trail riding to retreats focused on confidence or advanced riding, you’ll have the opportunity to relax as much as you want and to learn as much as you want.

Possible Horse Retreat Topics And Education Opportunities May Include, But Are Not Limited To:
  • Groundwork & Horsemanship Sessions

  • Obstacles

  • Horse Soccer

  • Trick Training

  • Pool Noodle Jousting

  • Trail Rides

  • Trick Riding/Roman Riding

  • Liberty

  • Reining

  • Roping

  • Bridleless

  • Working Cattle

  • Tack & Training Equipment

  • And So Much More!

What Are The Different Retreat Types?

  • Confidence Retreats: Walk / Trot / Optional Cantering In Games / Recovering Confidence

  • Intermediate Retreats: Walk / Trot / Some Cantering

  • Gaited & Advanced** Gaited Retreats: Additional Classes Focusing On Gait Work / Correction / Refinement

  • Cattle Retreats: Sorting / Reining / Roping

  • Advanced Boot Camp Retreats*: Walk / Trot / Canter / More Advanced Work

  • Mastermind Retreat*: Individual Topics Are Chosen By Participants / Each Participant Gets To Choose 2 Topics They Would Like To Be Part Of Itinerary  

(*Must have attended a past Retreat or been through our Horse Help Course or Challenge, **Must have attended a past Gaited Retreat)


*Accommodations: 

  • Cabins: 1 Queen Bed Per Room With Private Bathroom Each 

  • Hotel Rooms: 1 Queen Bed Per Room With 2 Shared Bathrooms For The 4 Total Rooms

  • Cowboy Quarters: 1 Or 2 Queen Beds Per Room With Private Bathroom Each

  • The Lodge: 4 bedrooms (2 with queen beds, 2 with twin beds that can convert to kings), 2 bathrooms, a full kitchen, and laundry


NOTICE: We DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS on any of our services (Retreats, Private Retreats, Academy Programs, or Private Horse Training), however we will allow you apply a credit towards future dates for the previously mentioned events if given a 30 DAYS NOTICE prior to the event date. This allows us to have time to fill that available spot or date.

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Emelia Davis (Davis husbands last name)
Best so far!

I can not say enough about michael and his abilities to work with horses and teach us his techniques, I really enjoyed the roping, as well as refining my form.and seat. By the end he making us feel like a part of his family. I will most definitely be booking another very soon. Thanks again for all the knowledge and fun not to mention the amazing food everyday to keep up our strength and for our pure enjoyment.

Thank you so much for the kind review of the Fall 2025 Cattle Retreat! We are glad you enjoyed the roping, refining your form and seat, and felt welcome throughout the clinic. It was a pleasure having you, and we look forward to having you again soon!

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Judy Degner
most fun retreat so far, and I've been to several

This was my first cattle retreat, I didn't really know what to expect. I got to experience new adventures for sure. I finally learned to rope, without roping myself. I met some new people and caught up with old friends. We really dove deeper into advanced topics, but still had fun every step of the way. I discovered cutting is SO much fun. I had a blast.

We’re so glad your first 2025 Fall Cattle Retreat was such a great experience—from learning to rope to discovering how fun cutting is. It was a great time, and we hope to see you at another one in the future!

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Suzi Kruger
Amazing Experience!!

My first time experience with Horse Help retreat was beyond amazing! Such an uplifting time. Michael and Kelsey and family are so positive and sincere. I learned so much and can’t wait to apply it to my boys.
The week went by so fast! I met so many great people who love their horses and strive to be better partners with their horses.
The family went above and beyond to make my week exceptional, they made me feel like part of the family and even baked me an amazing cake for my birthday and celebrated with me.
Thank you so much!!
Suzi K.

We’re thrilled your first 2025 Fall Cattle Retreat was uplifting and that you enjoyed learning and connecting with others. It was a joy celebrating your birthday with you, and we can’t wait to see how you apply everything with your boys!

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Moriah
Great Retreat

Had a blast and learned a lot. My horse definitely got better as well and took home lots to work on. Want to come back again sometime.

That’s wonderful to hear! We’re so glad you had a great time at the Fall 2025 Cattle Retreat and that you and your horse both learned so much. We’d love to have you back again — keep up the great work!

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Marti Jourden
Great experience

I had heard how much fun the cattle retreats were but had never attended since they sold out so fast. I did go to the November 2025 cattle retreat and had a fantastic time. We learned so much about the ins and outs of cows. Everyone there was focused on how to be a better partner with their horse; how to sort and cut cows and laugh at yourself. We were each others cheerleaders. Michael is a master at layering on steps to advance your horse safely with a smile. I have signed up for the 2026 Cattle Retreat. I cannot wait to see what else he has in store for us.

We’re so glad you finally got to experience a cattle retreat and had such a fantastic time! The learning, laughter, and supportive atmosphere you described are exactly what we hope for. Michael’s step-by-step approach truly helps both horse and rider grow with confidence. We can’t wait to see you again in 2026 — it’s going to be amazing!