Show-Me Trail Ride Outfitter

Gift Certificates make the perfect present for the holidays:

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Give a memorable gift this year! Gift certificates for 1-hour, 2-hour, 3-hour, and All Day trail rides are available now - just purchase and print.

From now until January 1st, 2011, you may buy a gift certificate for any ride and choose your location with no additional fuel charge!

Visit our GIFT CERTIFICATES page and give your loved one a horseback adventure!

Show-Me Trail on video!!

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It's been a long time coming...a very long time...but I am proud to reveal the first of many future video testimonials from our awesome trail riders! You are the ones who make all the difference; thanks so much for sharing your kind words with us!

Enjoy.

And another! Thanks a bunch, y'all!

Here comes fall!!

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If you're like me, you are probably thrilled to welcome in the fall season (the BEST season)! Cooler weather, breezy days, and of course the autumn colors. There is no greater beauty than the woods all decked out in their fall finery!

photo credits to mdc.mo.gov

The Missouri Department of Conservation marks October 10th-17th as the peak time to enjoy fall colors and states that this year's display should be especially good, thanks to our abundant September rain!
Don't miss out on a memorable trail ride this fall - and don't forget to ask Jeff to make you some of his awesome chili!!

Labor Day Weekend with Show-Me Trail

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Labor Day Weekend: September 4-6, 2010 up at Big River Ranch with activities planned each day. There will be fun shows, trail rides, outdoor movies and campfires, and awesome bbq all weekend long!

Meals will be available for $6 per person: Breakfast 7:00-8:30am and Supper 5:30-7:00pm
2-hour Trail Rides will be offered 9:00-11:00am, 12:00-2:00pm, and 3:00-5:00pm
Camp sites are available w/full electric and water hook up, or primitive camping. You can book a campout with Show-Me Trail and let us take care of all the equipment.

For more information, contact Jeff. Please call ahead if you are planning to ride or camp with us so that we can have things ready for you when you arrive. (660) 463-7009

Last chance for a summer ride!

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Okay, I know it's hot. Really HOT. But the days of summer are numbered and it may be your last chance to get out and ride this summer!

Those of you with kids have probably noticed the look of despair on their faces as the last of their freedom slips away... You could take them school-supply shopping and really drive the point home that summer is almost over. OR, you could book a trail ride and revel in these glorious sunny days!!
Some summer riding tips:

To avoid the hottest part of the day, book your ride for the morning, or evening. Morning rides through the dewy grass offer some of the best glimpses of wildlife, and evening rides into the sunset are beautiful along the river!
Dress appropriately. Less clothing is not always best - a long-sleeved cotton shirt in a light color, some well-worn pants, and a hat are best for keeping the sun and bugs off and will go a long way to keeping you cool. Think of the old cowboys; they knew what they were doing!
Prepare to get wet. When the horses get hot and thirsty, they will wade into the pond or splash in a puddle from time to time. And you are going to get sweaty; it's called being "outside". Embrace it and let the passing breeze cool you down!
Drink lots of water, of course, and bring some for the trail. Jeff provides sturdy saddle bags for your ride to pack with water bottles, and maybe a snack or two.

Get the most out of your summer by planning a ride or camping trip with Show-Me Trail Ride Outfitter! We hope to see you soon.

Cowboy Gathering makes the news!!

2010-07-09T13:23:00.000-05:00

Just a friendly reminder that the 1st Annual Cowboy Gathering and Trade Show is THIS weekend at Big River Ranch, in Lexington, MO. There is a lot going on the whole weekend, in addition to some great opportunities to go on trailrides!

The exciting part is that the Cowboy Gathering has made the local news!! Check out KMBC (Channel 9) news this evening at 5pm, 6pm, and 10pm to see some of the cowboys in action, including Jeff! They'll be struttin' their stuff and talking about some of the events they have planned for this weekend. Way to go, guys!

Hopefully we'll be able to get some clips from the broadcast up here soon. But just as a preview, here's Show-Me Trail's own Jeff Strahle:

1st Annual Cowboy Gathering and Trade Show

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Big news at Big River Ranch!
Our friends at Big River Ranch will be hosting the first ever Cross Ties Cowboy Poet Gathering & Trade Show

July 9th-11th, 2010

This event is going to include:
cowboy poets
music and entertainment
food
horse-riding demonstrations
western tradeshow
and even some old west gunslingers!

There will be lots to do for families, so strap on your spurs and come check it out!
Complete schedule of events, check out Big River's Events page.
Hope to see you there!!

Welcome!

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Welcome to the Show-Me Trail blog! We're very excited to share some of the fun and crazy moments on the trail, as well as keep you informed about upcoming events and special rides.

Stay tuned for more big announcements as we prepare to kick off our blog with BANG!