moderate
3 days, approximately 6–8 hours per day
Participants should have basic physical endurance to sit and ride horses for extended periods and be prepared for hands-on cattle handling.
Enhance your horsemanship skills at the 3-Day Beginner Cow Clinic in Galena, Illinois. Learn cattle sorting, improve horse communication, and solve real-world ranch challenges with expert guidance.
Join Matthew Jobe and Shenandoah Riding Center at the C Bar J Ranch for an engaging 3-Day Beginner Cow Clinic designed to elevate your horsemanship and cattle handling skills. Set in the scenic surroundings of Galena, Illinois, this private clinic offers hands-on training in cattle sorting techniques, horse communication, and problem-solving challenges that build confidence and skill in working with livestock. With personalized one-on-one instruction, you'll learn how to read your horse’s cues and improve your teamwork in authentic ranch conditions. Whether you're new to working cattle or looking to refine your basics, this immersive clinic provides a supportive environment to develop practical skills that translate beyond the arena. Each day combines educational sessions with real-time practice, ensuring that by the end of the three days, participants leave with a deeper understanding of working cattle and managing horse behavior in dynamic situations. Beyond skills, the clinic fosters a sense of community among participants, making it both a challenging and rewarding adventure.
Sturdy, closed-toe boots with a heel help protect your feet and provide proper grip in the arena.
Bring water and drink regularly to stay energized during long training sessions outdoors.
The clinic highly emphasizes understanding horse cues; paying attention will improve your riding and cattle handling skills.
Dress in layers to adjust quickly to changing temperatures common in the Midwest.
Galena was a major lead mining center in the 19th century, and its rural ranch lands retain much of this traditional Midwest heritage.
The ranch practices sustainable grazing and horse care methods to preserve local ecosystems and reduce environmental impact.
Protect your feet and provide grip while working with horses and cattle.
Allows adjustment to Illinois’ variable temperatures during outdoor activities.
all specific
Protects against sun exposure during long outdoor sessions.
summer specific
Helps keep bugs at bay during warmer months.
summer|fall specific