Gather around the campfire and stay awhile:
Workshops dedicated to the preservation of the Cowboy lifestyle
Everything from learning ranch skills, to farming and sometimes just a mellow bonfire with some smores and giggles.
Check our calendar for whatever it is that strikes your fancy and join us.
Ranch Roping - Drag Steer Practices - Shingle Springs Horse Arena
Learn the ropes with ongoing roping practices which will be held at the Shingle Springs Community Arena. These practices are for beginner/intermediate ropers but you must, at least, know how to swing a rope, your horse must be accustomed to having a rope thrown off of it, and your horse must be desensitized to being around other horses and ATV’s. If you and/or your horse does not already possess these skills please join one of our “Learning To Rope Workshops” prior to attending the Drag Steer practice. To be added to our invite list for Drag Steer Practices please email hello@thestarfallranch.com or call/text 530.350.6084.
Beginner Roping Workshop w/ Dean Sherbo - Sled Steer Work
Learn the basics of tracking a sled steer while roping off your horse in this beginner friendly environment coached by a championship team roper.
$255 per horse/rider. $50 per auditor
Live Cattle Roping Workshop - With James Ferreira
Beginner friendly. You will learn how to read/track/rate/maneuver a steer. This will be a small, quiet herd, great for learning on with minimal pressure. Students who already possesses the skills to appropriately handle a rope will be given an opportunity to breakaway catch.
$250 per horse/rider $50 auditor/spectator
Horses & Hexes - Halloween Hoe Down @ The Starfall Ranch
Our famous Horses & Hexes Halloween Hoedown is back! Live music, campfire, ghost stories, costume contest and riotous group games. This is a private event for friends of The Starfall Ranch.
SOLD OUT Beginner Roping - LIVE CATTLE - with James Ferreira
This workshop is designed for folks who have never tracked live cattle or are newer to it and want to hone their skills with coaching from championship team roper James Ferreira. You will learn how to read/track/rate/maneuver live stee in a low pressure environment. This will be a small hear of quieter cattle. Each Student will have a change to maneuver a steer around while James sets you up for success in the roping arena. Students who already possess the skills to property handle a rop will be given an opportunity to throw breakaway loops. $250 per horse/rider, we will limit the amount of spaces, as always, to assure everyone gets one-on-one coaching time with James. The location is the South Shingle Springs Horse Arena. You may purchase tickets below. By purchasing a ticket you agree to our terms of service.
SOLD OUT - Intro To Ranch Roping Workshop (Step 1 in Series)
If you have ever wanted to learn how to rope, but don’t know where to start, this workshop is for you. Learn how to form a loop, manage your coils, swing and throw your loop all to catch a roping dummy. You don’t need a horse or even a rope, just a passion for learning. All instructional materials will be provided as well as shenanigans and prizes. Open to ages 10 and over. Minors must be accompanied by a participating adult (that’s right parents you must learn to rope with your kiddo).
This workshop is designed to teach rope handling from the ground before you throw a rope off your horse. We offer limited spots so everyone gets lots of attention and feedback. This workshop is required to move on to our 2nd workshop on horseback and to attend the Drag Steer Practices.
In this workshop you will learn:
Rope coiling and handling
Building a loop
Feeding and swinging
Aiming, Throwing, Pulling Slack
How to not hit yourself in the face
How not to hit your horse in the head
Managing your rope with your reins
Parts of the rope and purpose
Different types of ropes
How to chose the right rope for the job
Take home drills
Friendly final competition
Goodies: Practice ropes, roping dummies, cotton roping gloves, and instructional materials will be provided for everyone’s use while at the workshop.
Attire: Wear long sleeve shirts, long pants/jeans and closed toed shoes, that can all get a little dirty.
Bring: Good vibes
Location: Shingle Springs, California. Three miles from Lee’s feed. Attendees will be emailed the address and gate access code for the Ranch after your ticket is purchased.
How to Buy: Purchase tickets for $55/ea using venmo: @thestarfallranch.com
Moonlight & Mustangs - Star Spangled Campout - Jenkinson Lake - Pollock Pines
Ring in the 4th of July next to this pristine mountain lake. The equestrian campground is located on a secluded plateau overlooking the lake far from the other non-horse campers. Take the walking path to the Lake for a refreshing dip. There are miles of trails meandering through pine groves and along the rim of the lake. Brave trail goers can even trek back to the 20’ waterfall located toward the Northeast side of Jenkinson lake. This is a BYOE trip (bring your own everything), you are responsible for bringing everything you need to sustain your stay. You will be camping with a group of other Horse Folks and you will have the opportunity to join in group trail rides, games and campfire shenanigans. For more information on how to join the campout please email hello@thestarfallranch.com or call/test 530.350.6084
Moonlight & Mustangs Marin Campout - Frank Valley - Mount Tamalpais
Frank Valley is a designated horse campground within Mount Tamalpais State Park in Marin County, California. It's a unique area specifically designed for group horse camping, offering 12 corrals, restrooms, non-potable water and access to trails. The park, which is just north of San Francisco, features 6,300 acres of redwood groves and oak woodlands with a summit offering panoramic views. This is a BYOE trip (bring your own everything), you are responsible for bringing everything you need to sustain your stay. You will be camping with a group of other Horse Folks and you will have the opportunity to join in group trail rides, games and campfire shenanigans. Reserve your spot please email hello@thestarfallranch.com or call/test 530.350.6084
Moonlight & Mustangs Camping Season Kick Off - Lake Camanche
If you’ve been wanting to try horse camping this will be an excellent opportunity to dip your toe in the water.
Moonlight & Mustangs will be kicking off the 2025 horse camping season at Turkey Hill Equestrian Campground Memorial Weekend.
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