4 Hours • Up to 12 Riders • $240+
Spend four hours at Wickham Ranch in Velpen, IN learning to groom, saddled rides, and basic stable care designed for Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Small groups, hands-on instruction, and a scenic pasture-and-woodland trail make this a practical introduction to horsemanship and stewardship.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 Hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable walking short distances, mounting and dismounting, and handling a horse at a walk or slow trot; basic balance and stamina for four hours is recommended.
Wildlife
History
Wickham Ranch serves local scouting groups and community riders in Pike County, offering a long-standing practical equine education resource for youth.
Conservation
Instructors emphasize staying on trails, avoiding fence lines and wetland areas, and practicing low-impact stable routines to protect pastures and seasonal wetlands.
4 Hours • Up to 12 Riders • $240+
Confirm Eastern Time
The program runs on Eastern Time; groups from Central Time should adjust plans and arrive early.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Early arrival gives leaders time for helmet fitting, health form review, and tack checks before mounting.
Dress for muck and motion
Wear closed-toe boots with a small heel, long pants, and layers—trails can be muddy and temperatures change in the shade.
Plan for snacks and hydration
Bring water and quick snacks for scouts; breaks are brief and energy levels drop after grooming and riding.
Closed-toe riding boots with a small heel
Provides foot protection and stability in stirrups and around the barn.
Long pants
Protects legs from chafing during grooming and while seated in the saddle.
Layered clothing
Light layers allow quick adjustment during cool mornings and warm afternoons.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Keeps scouts hydrated during active instruction and rides.
summer