From the very first, infamous buffalo ride back in Hutto, to the now beloved Lockhart BBQ Ride, I’ve watched this Program become something a lot of people may have never dreamed it may come to be. It’s a place where all around knowledged people can come, wether you know how to ride or not, and […]
The Children’s Introduction to Horsemanship
Maverick Ranch Horseback Riding Lessons As is the case with many of the experiences we offer, horseback riding lessons at Maverick Ranch are… well… not the same as horseback riding lessons other places. What we don’t do: Barrels, Poles, Playdays (check back in January 2021) Hunter showmanship (ask about our developing cross country course) What […]
An Update for Guests at Maverick Ranch
Dear Mavericks, The world has been spinning and we here at Mavericks are rolling right along with it. Life offers many ups and downs for us all. For so many folks in the world right now, there are a lot of downs. Isn’t it wild we all share this? Mavericks was conceived some 13 years […]
Where we’re going…
We don’t need roads and we might not even need trails. We’ve updated our availability page and it reflects a turn back to what made us one of Texas’ most popular riding destinations: Focus on form. Years ago in 2012 when Mavericks was in its earliest stages of development, the question “What does the community […]
A Day in the Life of a First Generation Rancher
“Blog!” You tell me. I have no idea what I’m doing. Just running with it. Thanks for the encouragement! Multilingual video blogs coming soon? Perhaps. Stay tuned. As a first generation rancher, I’ve had quite a task set in front of me. Building the infrastructure to create and sustain a working ranch is no small […]
A Day in the Life of a Modern Texas Rancher
A Letter From the Owner 4/10 It’s far too early in the morning and I’ve been up for at least an hour. I did what any self-respecting American would do. I got my butt out of bed and am making a cup of tea to settle back down and put in a few hours of […]
Bluff Top Trail
Howdy Mavericks! We are excited to share with you a new trail option for Spring 2020. The Bluff Top Trail Ride offers incredible views and elevation changes that are more gradual than the Ranch Trail. Bluff Top Trail Riders will enjoy 45-50 minutes in the saddle, and a total of about an hour and 15 […]
Horseback Riding Lessons for Adults and Youth 12+
A YEAR OF RIDING LESSONS What you’ll learn By the end of the year, most students will be comfortable: *Walking and trotting bareback; *Sitting and posting the trot; *Cantering over uneven terrain, cantering in open areas, cantering in a way that is polite to the horse; *Encountering a variety of water crossings, including opportunities to […]
Horsemanship Lessons for Children
BEGINNER LESSONS age 6+ Beginners and Novice children’s weekly rides offered for $440 for 8 sessions. Learn to handle your horse with confidence and patience. Ages 6-9 require the parent to be a complete participant at all times. Suitable for ages 6-13. Mounted time increases as we go. Begins around 30 minutes mounted and increases […]
Together We Venture Forth
After its foundation in 2012, Austin Lessons and Tutoring, LLC (DBA Maverick Horseback Riding) set out on a big journey: share powerful, natural spaces with children in the Texas foster care program as well as individuals who have placed out of the system, and their families. No, we most certainly are not your average trail […]