Horseback Riding Near Jackson Hole WY

No getaway to the Rusty Parrot Lodge and Spa is complete without a horseback riding trip through the epic scenery of the Old West. Rides are available for all levels and ages – please see our concierge and let us help pick which ranch is best for you. Nearly all companies offer hourly, half-day and full day group adventures through the setting of your choice. Choose from the infamous Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, or the lesser known Granite Canyon, Valley Trail, Togwotee Pass or Gros Ventre Mountains. Experienced rider? Pick your style, set your speed with an individual horse rental and go exploring on your own. Also, pair activities such as hunting or fishing with your horseback adventure. Have an authentic cowboy or cowgirl experience with an afternoon or supper cook out. See rugged Wyoming as the first pioneers did – atop horse or in a covered wagon. Take the woodland trails and see more elk, moose and bald eagles than people. Experience the true West in authentic fashion.

Let our concierge staff make all your arrangements in advance to insure the best experience.

For more information about horseback riding contact:

Goosewing Ranch
307-733-5251
www.goosewingranch.com

Mill Iron Ranch
307-733-6390
http://www.millironranch.net/

Jackson Hole Rodeo

No trip to the Wild West would be complete without experiencing the excitement of a genuine western rodeo. Every Wednesday and Saturday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Jackson Hole, Wyoming rodeos feature bucking broncos, rodeo clowns, calf roping and children’s events; fun for all ages! Look below for descriptions of the various exciting rodeo events.

Bull Riding
Bull riding is the most dangerous event in the rodeo. During the event a cowboy attempts to ride a lunging, running, ducking and diving 2500 pound bull for 8 seconds using only his legs, balance and a short length of rope!

Bareback and Saddle Bronc Riding
Leaping, bucking, and kicking, bronc riding is nothing short of hair-rising. Cowboys are judged on 8 seconds of riding, spurring, and technique and scored accordingly. The rider can be disqualified for touching the horse or himself with his freehand, not spurring correctly, or loosing a stirrup. Bronc riding skill goes far beyond simply staying on the explosion of astounding horse power.

Calf Roping
Horse and rider are a team in this event. First, calf is released from a pen, followed by horse and rider sprinting from the holding area. Once the contestant is close enough, he or she ropes the calf. After the calf is roped, the rider tears off his horse (which is keeping the rope taunt so the calf can’t get up) and ties its legs together.

Barrel Racing
This event is for the ladies. Participants run a clover-leaf pattern around three barrels competing for the best time.

Let our concierge staff make all your arrangements in advance.

For more rodeo information contact:

The JH Rodeo Company
www.jhrodeo.com