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About Royal Horse Ranch
Our Mission
The Visionary Team: Val and Nancy Saamer
Our Mission
To provide a premier lakeside destination where people of all ages and abilities can connect with horses and nature. Through exceptional riding education, memorable trail experiences, and unique therapeutic programs, we are dedicated to fostering a welcoming community built on a shared passion for horsemanship, recreation, and well-being.
Our History
The Visionary Team: Val and Nancy Saamer
Our Mission
To be the premier equine destination in the region, where the unique bond between people and horses inspires a legacy of adventure, healing, and connection on the shores of Grand Lake.
The Visionary Team: Val and Nancy Saamer
The Visionary Team: Val and Nancy Saamer
The Visionary Team: Val and Nancy Saamer
The unique and multifaceted experience at the Royal Horse Ranch and Monkey Island Winery is driven by the shared vision of its owners, the husband-and-wife team of Henry Val Saamer and Nancy Saamer. Together, they have cultivated a premier destination on the shores of Grand Lake by skillfully blending their two distinct, yet complementary, passions.
Boarding Services
Stall Boarding
Horse Training/Boarding
Pasture Boarding
Services Include:
Spacious Stall Accommodations: A clean, safe, and well-maintained stall for your horse's comfort.
Daily Turnout: Ample time for your horse to graze, socialize, and exercise in our beautiful pastures.
Complete Nutritional Care: A customized feeding program that includes high-quality grain and hay, tailored to your horse's d
Services Include:
Spacious Stall Accommodations: A clean, safe, and well-maintained stall for your horse's comfort.
Daily Turnout: Ample time for your horse to graze, socialize, and exercise in our beautiful pastures.
Complete Nutritional Care: A customized feeding program that includes high-quality grain and hay, tailored to your horse's dietary needs.
Constant Access to Fresh Water: Ensuring your horse remains hydrated and healthy.
Full Access to Premier Facilities: Enjoy unlimited use of our well-maintained riding arenas, wash racks, and extensive network of scenic trails.
Secure Tack Storage: Dedicated space for your tack trunk, saddle rack, and bridle holder in our organized tack room.
Pasture Boarding
Horse Training/Boarding
Pasture Boarding
Essential Nutritional Support: We provide quality grain and hay to supplement natural grazing.
Natural Herd Environment: Your horse will enjoy living in our spacious, well-maintained pastures with constant access to fresh water.
Full Access to Premier Facilities: Enjoy unlimited use of our well-maintained riding arenas, wash racks, and ext
Essential Nutritional Support: We provide quality grain and hay to supplement natural grazing.
Natural Herd Environment: Your horse will enjoy living in our spacious, well-maintained pastures with constant access to fresh water.
Full Access to Premier Facilities: Enjoy unlimited use of our well-maintained riding arenas, wash racks, and extensive network of scenic trails.
Secure Tack Storage: Dedicated space for your tack trunk, saddle rack, and bridle holder in our organized tack room.
Horse Training/Boarding
Horse Training/Boarding
Horse Training/Boarding
This comprehensive package features:
All Full-Service Stall Boarding Amenities: Including a dedicated stall, daily turnout, and complete nutritional care.
Professional Training Program: Your horse will be worked five days per week by our experienced trainers to achieve your specific goals, whether in a particular discipline or for general conditioning and obedience.
Horse Sales
Horse Training/Boarding
Horse Training/Boarding
Whether you are searching for a promising young prospect, a trusted trail companion, or a gentle first pony for a young rider, your journey starts at Royal Horse Ranch. We pride ourselves on offering a diverse group of well-cared-for horses and ponies, each with a unique personality. Our goal is to help you find a partner that fits your
Whether you are searching for a promising young prospect, a trusted trail companion, or a gentle first pony for a young rider, your journey starts at Royal Horse Ranch. We pride ourselves on offering a diverse group of well-cared-for horses and ponies, each with a unique personality. Our goal is to help you find a partner that fits your family, budget, and riding goals.
We invite you to connect with us to discuss your needs and arrange a personal appointment to meet our available horses.
Riding Services
Trail Rides
Petting & Grooming Zone
Equine Therapy
Our trail rides are designed to be safe, enjoyable, and accessible for everyone. We carefully match each rider with a horse suited to their experience level, ensuring a comfortable and confident ride.
Duration: Each ride is approximately one hour of leisurely exploration.
The Scenery: Your adventure will take you across 150 acres of beauti
Our trail rides are designed to be safe, enjoyable, and accessible for everyone. We carefully match each rider with a horse suited to their experience level, ensuring a comfortable and confident ride.
Duration: Each ride is approximately one hour of leisurely exploration.
The Scenery: Your adventure will take you across 150 acres of beautiful private land. You'll wind through shaded wooded paths, cross open fields, and enjoy stunning views of Grand Lake.
Expert Guides: Our friendly guides lead the way, sharing their knowledge of the area and ensuring a safe and pleasant experience from start to finish.
All Experience Levels Welcome: No prior riding experience is necessary. We provide basic instruction before the ride begins. We welcome individuals, families, and groups.
Equine Therapy
Petting & Grooming Zone
Equine Therapy
Horses are uniquely effective in a therapeutic setting because of their innate traits as prey animals.
Honest Feedback:
Horses are highly sensitive to non-verbal cues and can sense a person's emotional state. They react honestly to feelings like anxiety, fear, or calmness, acting as a living mirror. This provides immediate, non-judgmental
Horses are uniquely effective in a therapeutic setting because of their innate traits as prey animals.
Honest Feedback:
Horses are highly sensitive to non-verbal cues and can sense a person's emotional state. They react honestly to feelings like anxiety, fear, or calmness, acting as a living mirror. This provides immediate, non-judgmental feedback that helps individuals become more aware of their own emotions and behaviors.
Building Trust:
Developing a relationship with a 1,000-pound animal requires trust, patience, and mutual respect. For individuals who have difficulty with relationships, learning to trust a horse can be a powerful first step toward healing.
Experiential Learning:
Engaging in activities with a horse allows individuals to see their own behavioral patterns in real time. For example, a person who struggles with setting boundaries may find it difficult to lead a horse, providing a tangible opportunity to practice being assertive in a safe environment.
Petting & Grooming Zone
Petting & Grooming Zone
Petting & Grooming Zone
Discover the joy of connecting with horses in a calm, safe, and personal way with our Interactive Grooming Session. This hands-on experience is designed for animal lovers of all ages who want to get to know our gentle giants up close, without the commitment of a full riding lesson.
Led by our friendly and knowledgeable staff, you'll step
Discover the joy of connecting with horses in a calm, safe, and personal way with our Interactive Grooming Session. This hands-on experience is designed for animal lovers of all ages who want to get to know our gentle giants up close, without the commitment of a full riding lesson.
Led by our friendly and knowledgeable staff, you'll step into the barn and be introduced to one of our calmest, most affectionate horses or ponies. Feel the soft velvet of their nose, listen to their gentle sighs, and learn the timeless art of grooming. It’s a peaceful, memorable, and educational activity perfect for the whole family.
Who Is This For?
This experience is ideal for:
Families looking for a unique and engaging outing.
Children and adults who are new to horses and want a gentle introduction.
Animal lovers who simply want to spend quality time with these magnificent creatures.
Anyone seeking a calming, therapeutic, and mindful activity.
No prior horse experience is necessary. We provide all the tools and guidance you need. Contact us today to book your Interactive Grooming Session and create a connection you won't soon forget.
Riding Lessons
Petting & Grooming Zone
Petting & Grooming Zone
Lessons are one hour of dedicated riding time. We ask students (after their initial lesson) to arrive 30 minutes early to groom and tack their horse and to stay afterward to properly care for them. This hands-on time is crucial for developing a complete understanding of horsemanship and is provided in addition to the hour of instruction.
What We Provide:
Experienced Lesson Horses: A selection of calm and well-trained horses suitable for all skill levels.
Professional Tack: We provide all necessary equipment. Students are welcome to bring their own approved saddle.
Safety Equipment: Certified helmets and appropriate riding footwear are available for all students.
Meet the Horses
