Rockin' Horse Ranch

We are generous and easy-going and provide mostly organic food. We have 5 horses, 40 chickens, 2 dogs and 3 cats, and a big comfortable house with beautiful views. Our property backs to the US Forest Service so there are endless trails to ride the horses or hike. There are rivers, lakes and a ski hill nearby (Lost Trail Powder Mountain). During the warmer months, there are fun rodeos in the town of Darby and other events and fun things to do, We prefer to host intermediate to advanced horse people and/or people with handyman and gardening skills.

It’s my husband Jim and I and usually at least one other volunteer to partner with. You will have your own private bedroom and two of the bedrooms have a television in them. There is a great room with a large screen TV as well where the volunteers hang out. We allow volunteers with a driver's license to use our car for short excursions, like to the lake, river, and town of Darby. Volunteers can ride as much as the horses can tolerate, although we only give credit for 1 hour a day of riding/working with the horses unless you are a qualified horse trainer and there is a special training project. As soon as dates are confirmed, I send the volunteers a more detailed/full description of the volunteer program.


Reviews

5.0
6 reviews6

Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

Belgium

5

A once in a lifetime experience that I will never forget! Donna and Jim were so welcoming and I felt right at home after a few days. The amazing views and horses are something I will remember forever. The accomodations were comfortable and cozy and the food was very good. Overall, it was an amazing experience where I made some friends for life! I will 100% go back!

about 19 hours ago


Donna replied

Thank you Amelie! We miss you already! XOXO

United States

5

I had the most incredible experience volunteering with this program! From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and appreciated. With multiple volunteers on-site, the workweek can be managed evenly, and everyone gets their own room. From caring for adorable dogs, horses, and chickens to maintaining the garden and ranch there's always something exciting to do. Donna and Jim also have the most wonderful horses to ride if you love horseback riding. Truly an unforgettable experience and I highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a unique and fulfilling volunteer opportunity!!!

14 days ago


Donna replied

Thank you so much Emily! We loved hosting you! :-)

United Kingdom

5

This experience was truly magical. The hosts Donna and Jim are lovely, welcoming people who love to share their beautiful home and horses with the Workaways.
The hours are more than fair for what you get in return - a beautiful place to stay in the mountains, a private room, access to a car to visit nearby lakes and rivers, incredible trail riding.
You won’t ever want to leave.
You can ride every day and the horses and simply amazing. You can ride in English or western saddles, or go bareback!
A big thank you to Jim and Donna for making my experience with them so unforgettable 🥰

2 months ago


Donna replied

Thank you Ana! See you next year! ;-) XOXO

United Kingdom

5

Amazing experience. Truly a once in a lifetime opportunity that I will remember forever. Jim and Donna are extremely welcoming and accommodating. Made my stay at the rocking horse ranch really easy.

2 months ago


Donna replied

Thank you so much, James! You helped us with some very important projects that utilized your skillset while you were here and we will be forever grateful :-)

Colombia

5

It really is an experience that is enjoyed from the beginning to the end, Donna the host and Jim are always willing to help and make the volunteer feel good. The ranch has all the amenities and there are very good food possibilities, the rooms are very comfortable, and in general the experience is fantastic if you like nature and animals, I will really miss being surrounded by horses!!!

They were days in which I was able to enjoy nature, animals and country life. I really take with me the best memories of this experience!!!

8 months ago


Perfect for you if you're looking for

Contact with nature

Rural

Contact with animals

Mountain

Wilderness

Snowy