Getting kids outdoors and on horseback
Our programs introduce young people to horses, the Hassayampa, and the wide-open country around Wickenburg, and Kids Club is at the heart of it.
Kids Club
Boyd Ranch Kids Club is a free program for children ages 17 and under that encourages kids to get outside, explore, and discover the beauty of the Arizona desert. Our goal is to help children develop a love for nature, the outdoors, and their community while having fun, making friends, and creating lasting memories. Nearly every month, we host a themed event centered around something fun, exciting, and educational. Activities may include crafts, games, nature exploration, guest speakers, hands-on projects, and outdoor adventures that help kids learn while having a great time. At Boyd Ranch Kids Club, we believe some of life's best lessons happen outside. We provide a welcoming environment where kids can unplug from screens, get active, learn something new, and experience the wonder of the desert in a safe and positive setting. Best of all, participation is completely free, making it accessible to all families
What kids do
- Horse care: grooming, feeding, and tack
- Riding basics and arena safety
- Nature walks along the Hassayampa: birds, cottonwoods and desert plants
- Family outings, like July's movie morning at the Saguaro Theatre
- [Older Kids Club activities for teens]
Kids Club at a glance
Ages
[Ages]
When
[Schedule, e.g. one Saturday a month]
Where
13331 W. Mesquite Flat Trail Wickenburg, AZ 85390
Cost
[Cost]. Kids attend outings like the July movie morning free.
Sign up
[How families join]
Boyd Ranch Pony Club
Boyd Ranch Pony Club is an extension of our Kids Club program and is open to active Kids Club members. Pony Club is designed to teach children about horses and equines in a safe, educational, and hands-on environment.
Pony Club is not a riding club. Instead, our focus is on teaching the knowledge and skills needed to understand and care for horses. Participants learn basic horsemanship, horse care, grooming, handling, safety around horses, horse behavior, equipment and tack, breeds, colors, anatomy, and the important role horses have played throughout history.
Our goal is to help children build confidence, responsibility, respect, and a lifelong appreciation for horses through education and hands-on experiences. By learning what it takes to properly care for and understand these amazing animals, participants gain valuable life skills while developing a deeper connection to the equine world.
Through fun activities, demonstrations, and interactive learning opportunities, Pony Club provides kids with a strong foundation in horsemanship and horse knowledge that they can carry with them for years to come.
What kids learn
- Basic horsemanship
- Horse care and grooming
- Handling and safety around horses
- Horse behavior
- Equipment and tack
- Breeds, colors and anatomy
- The role horses have played in history
Good to know
Pony Club is not a riding club. It's open to active Kids Club members.
Three steps to the saddle
Get in touch
Call 928-800-9186 or send a message to ask about the next Kids Club date.
[Register]
[Complete the sign-up and release forms for each child.]
Come ride
Bring closed-toe shoes, a hat, water, and a sense of adventure.
Horses, kids, and open country
Trail Rides
Benefit rides, competitive trail rides, and club rides across the ranch and the public lands around it.
See the rides →Nature Excursions
Guided walks along the Hassayampa: birds, cottonwoods, desert plants, and the quiet of the riverbed.
Plan a walk →Facilities & Rentals
A secluded setting for groups of every kind, from a dinner for 200 to a full equestrian facility.
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