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Includes 1 Participant Spot (One Horse)
Cattle Challenge: Elevating Your Game With Cattle
Introducing the "Cattle Challenge" — a unique event that combines the thrills of our Competitive Rider Retreat and the excitement of our Cattle Retreat! This 5-day, 6-night experience is tailored for riders serious about competitive riding, roping, reining, and cutting. Choose from cozy cabins, cowboy quarters, or our Western-style hotel for lodging.
Select a magnificent Paso Fino, Quarter Horse, or bring your own equine partner. Under the expert guidance of Michael Gascon, The Horse Guru, elevate your skills, canter competitively, and delve deep into the world of cattle work. The Cattle Challenge promises an unforgettable fusion of competition and cattle expertise.
(Must have attended a past retreat and be comfortable cantering)
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN A RETREAT?
Enjoy our picturesque ranch nestled in the gently rolling hills of 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 Stall Care Of Any Horse Or Horses 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, colt starting, 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:
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Trick Riding/Roman Riding
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What Are The Different Retreat Types?
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1st-Time Horse Owners: Handling / Grooming / Riding Safely / Nutrition
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Confidence Retreats: Walk / Trot / Optional Cantering In Games / Recovering Confidence
- Intermediate Retreats: Walk / Trot / Some Cantering
- Advanced Boot Camp Retreats*: Walk / Trot / Canter / More Advanced Work*
- Competitive Rider Retreats*: For the more Advanced Rider that takes horsey games SERIOUSLY / Cantering *
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Gaited Retreats: Additional Classes Focusing On Gait Work / Correction / Refinement
- Cattle Retreats: Cutting / Reining / Roping
(*Must have attended a past retreat or been through our Horse Help Course program)
**Accommodations:
- Cabins: 1 Queen bed and Private Bathrooms
- Hotel Rooms: 1 Queen Bed per room and 2 Shared Bathrooms for the 4 Rooms
- Cowboy Quarters: 2 Queen Beds or 4 Twin Bunk Beds, all with Private Bathroom
Located on the Ranch at 270 H Burge Road, Poplarville, MS 39470
This retreat has passed. Please click here to go to our Upcoming Retreats Page to view future retreats.
Includes 1 Participant Spot (One Horse)
Cattle Challenge: Elevating Your Game With Cattle
Introducing the "Cattle Challenge" — a unique event that combines the thrills of our Competitive Rider Retreat and the excitement of our Cattle Retreat! This 5-day, 6-night experience is tailored for riders serious about competitive riding, roping, reining, and cutting. Choose from cozy cabins, cowboy quarters, or our Western-style hotel for lodging.
Select a magnificent Paso Fino, Quarter Horse, or bring your own equine partner. Under the expert guidance of Michael Gascon, The Horse Guru, elevate your skills, canter competitively, and delve deep into the world of cattle work. The Cattle Challenge promises an unforgettable fusion of competition and cattle expertise.
(Must have attended a past retreat and be comfortable cantering)
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN A RETREAT?
Enjoy our picturesque ranch nestled in the gently rolling hills of 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 Stall Care Of Any Horse Or Horses 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, colt starting, 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:
-
Trick Riding/Roman Riding
-
-
-
-
-
What Are The Different Retreat Types?
-
1st-Time Horse Owners: Handling / Grooming / Riding Safely / Nutrition
-
Confidence Retreats: Walk / Trot / Optional Cantering In Games / Recovering Confidence
- Intermediate Retreats: Walk / Trot / Some Cantering
- Advanced Boot Camp Retreats*: Walk / Trot / Canter / More Advanced Work*
- Competitive Rider Retreats*: For the more Advanced Rider that takes horsey games SERIOUSLY / Cantering *
-
Gaited Retreats: Additional Classes Focusing On Gait Work / Correction / Refinement
- Cattle Retreats: Cutting / Reining / Roping
(*Must have attended a past retreat or been through our Horse Help Course program)
**Accommodations:
- Cabins: 1 Queen bed and Private Bathrooms
- Hotel Rooms: 1 Queen Bed per room and 2 Shared Bathrooms for the 4 Rooms
- Cowboy Quarters: 2 Queen Beds or 4 Twin Bunk Beds, all with Private Bathroom
Located on the Ranch at 270 H Burge Road, Poplarville, MS 39470
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I attended this retreat with my daughter. Was astounded at how attentive both Michael and his team were to the skill level and abilities of each horse and rider. He has a gift for pushing you to the edge of your comfort level to increase your confidence. The individual attention that is given to each participant is amazing. I cannot recommend these retreats any higher! Also, the food and lodging is top notch. Have already booked my next retreat and can hardly wait!
Wow, it sounds like an incredible experience for both you and your daughter at the Confidence Retreat! We so glad to hear that you recieved the personalized attention to build your confidence levels. It's wonderful that you’re already looking forward to your next retreat-we look forward to seeing you again!
I highly recommend attending at least one retreat, the confidence retreat gave me back the confidence I had lost. The knowledge that I left with was unbelievable, and everyone there is so welcoming. Words can’t explain how great it really was
That's amazing to hear! We are so happy the #13 Confidence Retreat helped you regain your confidence and provided such valuable knowledge. It sounds like it was truly a transformative experience! Thank you!
The October 2024 Advanced Gaited Retreat was of one of the most challenging but fun experience of my lifetime. Michael and Kelsey are always looking for new challenges and they certainly made this retreat one of the best I have ever attended. I have attended multiple retreats and have loved every one of them. I have met a group of women who also love to learn at these retreats. The camaraderie is wonderful, the hotel/rooms are great and the food is yummy. I love that the entire family is involved in making each retreat a valuable experience. I love all the challenges from cattle sorting, soccer ball, thunder dome, obstacles and learning how Michael trains horses. My horse is such a well trained horse now and is a perfect horse at these retreats now. It certainly makes the long trip worthwhile. I highly recommend these retreats if you want to learn how to train your horse, meet new friends, and leave with a new sense of purpose.
What a glowing review! Thank you so much for all of your insight into the Advanced Gaited Retreat. We love hearing that you gained valuable training experience, friendships and leaving with more than you came with in the knowledge department!
I always enjoy the retreats. I have another scheduled in April 2025. It increases my knowledge and understanding of my horse and my insecurities. After I leave, I am more confident and have increased the bond with my horse.
We are already looking forward to having you back! Thank you for attending the Intermediate Retreat and we truly appreciate hearing that your confidence and relationship with your horse is stronger from it.
This is my second retreat, brought a friend this time. Made several new friends, learned a lot, had a Blast. Can't wait to go back.
This is what it the Intermediate Retreat is all about! Great camaraderie, and educating ourselves on all things horses! We look forward to having you again at a future retreat!