As promised, today we’re taking a closer look at cotton farming right here in Texas! Did you know that the US is the world's third-largest cotton producer, and Texas is the largest cotton producer in the US?
See How Cotton is Harvested at the Ranch!
Come along with Ranch Ride Carriage Drive to see how cotton is harvested on this working ranch - and stay tuned as we look at this in more detail later in the week!
Brahman Cattle: Well Suited for the Texas Gulf Coast
If you’re thinking that our cattle show some resemblance to the cattle of India, your eyes do not deceive you!
Brahman Cattle at the Ranch
Ranch Ride Carriage Drive is located on a real working ranch. Today we take a look at our Brahman cattle, which are very well suited to our Texas Gulf Coast climate.
Buying a Carriage: Two Wheels, or Four?
New drivers often ask when looking at carriages: Which should I choose? The answer depends on the size of your horse, and what you want to do with the carriage.
Libertad Visits the Neighbors
Join Libertad on his morning workout as he visits his neighbors around the ranch!
Foot in Boots
Recently, one of Ranch Ride Carriage Drive’s horses had some hoof issues, which prompted us to look into the idea of using hoof boots to protect his feet and keep him more comfortable and mobile. If you have never used hoof boots before, there are a number of reasons you might consider them.
Libertad’s Day in the Forest
Come along with Libertad for a gentle drive along the cool, shaded forest trails of the ranch.
First Driving Lesson: Fun in the Cones
How young is too young to learn to drive a carriage? This is a matter of opinion and depends on the individual, but there is one thing on which we can agree – equestrian activities offer many benefits for our youth, and carriage driving is no exception.
Ride with Libertad to See Our Cotton Crop
Ranch Ride Carriage Drive is located on a real working ranch. Ride along with Libertad as we check on our cotton crop growing in the fields.