Summer Camping Academy
Aug
4
to Aug 7

Summer Camping Academy

Camping with horses…the ultimate adventure!

Calling all horse lovers and outdoor enthusiasts! This action-packed horseback riding academy is a great way to end the summer. All abilities are welcome and will be encouraged to grow in their horsemanship skills and knowledge.

  • 4 amazing days of riding! Two days of lessons followed by an overnight camping trip in the Nebraska National Forest at Halsey

  • 4 meals provided during the camping trip on days 3 & 4.

  • Enjoy our campfire cooking (day 3 & 4)

  • Enjoy a break during the heat of the day to cool off in the river (day 3)

  • Horses, tack, and transportation provided. Just come ready to learn. Some extra tents available for camping trip.

  • Fun, friends, and memories that last!

  • Ages 10 to Adult (younger riders with prior approval or older family member in academy)

Cost $400/student (includes transportation and meals for camping trip)

August 4th & 5th
9:00 am - 11:30 am
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Camping
August 6th 8:00 am to August 7th 1:00 pm

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Intermediate Horsemanship Riding Academy
Jul
22
to Jul 24

Intermediate Horsemanship Riding Academy

Enjoy an all-day horseback excursion!

Join us for 3 amazing days of horseback riding lessons. Days 1 and 2 will consist of two 2 1/2 hour lessons each day, followed by an all-day horseback adventure on day 3.

  • All riding levels welcome, we challenge and encourage each student to grow and improve throughout lessons.

  • Ages 8- Adult (7-year-olds with prior approval)

  • Fun, friends, and adventure

  • Develop and improve riding skills and horsemanship knowledge

  • No equipment needed - provide the horses and tack, you come ready to learn and have a great time!

  • Learn through games, teamwork, and individual challenges

  • Lunch is provided on Day 3 for the outing.

  • Great summer adventure for families or individuals

Cost: $300/student

July 22 & 23
8:00-10:30am
5:30-8:00pm
July 24
8:00am - 4:30pm
Lunch provided.

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Basic Horsemanship Camp 2
Jul
20
to Jul 21

Basic Horsemanship Camp 2

Learn to ride or improve your skills


Whether you have never ridden before but would love to learn, or you have some riding experience and would love to learn more, or maybe you joined us for our Basic Horsemanship Camp 1 earlier this summer…this camp is for you! Horses and all equipment needed are provided. Just come ready to learn and have fun!

Dusty Trails Basic Horsemanship camp is open to everyone age 6 to adult. It is a great camp for individuals and families looking for a new adventure.

  • During this 2-day camp students will learn the basics of riding horses. Throughout each of the 4 lessons, riders will learn and improve upon basic horsemanship skills, gaining confidence in their riding abilities through games, teamwork, and individual challenges.

  • Riders learn how to groom and tack up their horse, becoming familiar with the parts of the saddle and bridle, as well as learning about their horses.

  • Respect, self-discipline, and responsibility are just a few of the life skills also practiced during lessons.

  • Students will ride twice a day for two days. Clustering lessons in this way enhances learning potential and retention.

  • Perfect Horse Camp opportunity for families or those traveling from out of town. This camp can be attended with only a 1-night stay in North Platte. Attendees are responsible for overnight accommodations and meals. There are numerous hotels in the town.

  • Bonus Opportunity: For a fun extra adventure for the family, there is an opportunity to add on a river float trip on Monday between riding lessons. Choose from a tank, kayaks, or tubes and bring a sack lunch to enjoy on the lazy river float…it is an adventure the whole family will enjoy!

Each lesson is 90-minutes long
July 20th: 1:00-2:30 pm
5:30-7:00 pm

July 21st: 9:00-10:30 am
11:00 am bonus River Float*
1:00-3:30 pm

Camp Cost $160/student
*River Float optional, additional cost $100/ 4 people.

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Intermediate Horsemanship Camp 1 & 2
Jun
9
to Jun 12

Intermediate Horsemanship Camp 1 & 2

Summer Horse Camp = Fun, Friends, and Outdoor Adventure!

Dusty Trails Intermediate Horsemanship mini-camps are perfect for anyone looking to improve riding skills and horsemanship knowledge.

  • Ages 6 to Adult

  • All skill levels welcome…we will encourage and challenge each student to grow and improve whether they have little experience or are a seasoned rider.

  • 4 lessons in 2 days!

  • Great for individuals and families alike

  • We supply the horses and tack, you just show up ready to learn and have fun

  • Saddling, bridling, lots of riding, games, teamwork, individual challenges

  • Sign up for one camp or both…also check out our other summer camps that include an all-day horseback outing or and overnight horseback camping trip.

  • 2 1/2 hour lessons!

  • Great for kids or families traveling from out of town


Cost: $200/student for each camp

Camp 2
June 11th & 12th
8:00am - 10:30am
5:30pm - 8 pm
both days.

Camp 1
June 9th & 10th
9:30am - 12 pm
5:30pm - 8 pm
both days.

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Basic Horsemanship Camp 1
Jun
9
to Jun 10

Basic Horsemanship Camp 1

Calling all horse lovers!


Whether you have never ridden before but would love to learn, or you have some riding experience and would love to learn more…this camp is for you! Horses and all equipment needed are provided. Just come ready to learn and have fun!

Dusty Trails Basic Horsemanship camp is open to everyone age 6 to adult. It is a great camp for individuals and families looking for a new adventure.

  • During this 2-day camp students will learn the basics of riding horses. Throughout each of the 4 lessons, riders will learn and improve upon basic horsemanship skills, gaining confidence in their riding abilities through games, teamwork, and individual challenges.

  • Riders learn how to groom and tack up their horse, becoming familiar with the parts of the saddle and bridle, as well as learning about their horses.

  • Respect, self-discipline, and responsibility are just a few of the life skills also practiced during lessons.

  • Students will ride twice a day for two days. Clustering lessons in this way enhances learning potential and retention.

Each lesson is 90-minutes long
June 9th: 7:30-9:00 am
3:00-4:30 pm

June 10th: 7:30-9:00 am
3:00-4:30 pm

Cost $160/student

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Spring Birding
Mar
11
to Apr 12

Spring Birding

Sandhill Crane and Prairie Chicken Viewing Tours

Tickets are now available online for the 2025 spring birding tours! Join us for another great season of Sandhill Crane and Prairie Chicken viewing.

For more information, and to book your tickets click here!

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A Dusty Trails Christmas
Dec
13
to Dec 22

A Dusty Trails Christmas

Join us for “A Dusty Trails Christmas”

Take a magical horse-drawn tour of the beautiful Buffalo Bill Ranch lit up for the holiday season, then we’ll make our way to the nearby Lincoln County Historical Museum to view the festive Christmas Village display.

This is a great way to skip the long lines to visit the unique Christmas display at the museums!

Book a seat on either the wagon or the Cinderella carriage for this one-of-a-kind Christmas tour. Each tour lasts approximately 20-30 minutes.

Check in for your tour at Dusty Trails. Enjoy some hot cocoa and treats, warm up in the building by the heater, or visit the petting zoo while you wait for your tour to begin (Petting zoo included with ticket).

To see available times and dates and reserve your seat, click the Book Now button now.

Don’t have time for a wagon ride? Come enjoy the petting zoo all lit up for Christmas and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and treats! $5/person. Kids 4 and under free.

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Christmas Carriage Rides on the Bricks
Dec
5
to Dec 19

Christmas Carriage Rides on the Bricks

Christmas on the Bricks!

Join us for a delightful ride in our horse-drawn carriage around beautiful, historic downtown North Platte dressed in its Christmas best.

Each ride lasts approximately 15 minutes. You can book the entire carriage for the whole family to enjoy (or a romantic ride for two!) or you can book individual seats for smaller groups.

For questions please call us at 308-530-0048. To reserve your spot today, click the book now button below!

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