Lajitas Stables-Half Day with Lunch

Rates

$140

Requirements

• **Meet at our Lajitas Stables at 8:30am**
• **Minimum Age: 12 Years Old.** Please call the office if You have a 10 or 11 year old
• **Maximum Weight: 250 lbs**
• **The rockiness & steepness of the trails require athleticism and GOOD balance from each rider**
• **You MUST be able to mount your horse or mule by yourself with no assistance**
• **Each rider must be comfortable & confident enough to control their horse or mule up & down the mountain**
• **2-3 Liters of water in handheld bottles per rider**

About

• **A great choice for riders who have more experience in the saddle and/or have a big sense of adventure!!**
• Ride climbs up to around 500 feet above the stables on rugged & technical trails. These trails are more physically demanding of the rider, considered adventurous & scenic. Parts of the trail ride along the edge of cliffs.
• Not for folks with a fear of heights or who are nervous about riding.
• Climb to the top of Contrabando Mesa in Big Bend Ranch State Park for stunning views over the Rio Grande, then drop down to 'Lunchbox Canyon' for a shady spot for lunch...you'll love the lunch we pull out of the saddlebags!!
• We ride horses AND mules!!
• **Your wranglers work for tips, so if you like your ride, kiss your horse and be sure to tip your guide!**

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**You'll need to check-in by: 8:30am CT**

• **Lajitas Stables** is on FM 170 in Big Bend Ranch SP right across from the Rio Grande
• **Lajitas Stables** is on Central Time, make sure you are too!

WHAT TO WEAR:

• Long pants & closed-toe shoes are a requirement to ride. Please avoid bulky shoes/hiking boots as they typically do not fit appropriately into the stirrups.
• Dress smart for sun protection, weather, and the pokey flora and fauna! Lightweight longsleeve shirts & hats. There is no shade on this beautiful desert ride.
• *NO: shorts or leggings*

WHAT TO BRING:

• **WATER**!!! Each rider must bring 3+ liters of still water in handheld bottles.
• *NO*: *gallon jugs or backpacks, we provide a saddlebag*
• A tip for your guide!

[Google Maps to our Lajitas Stables location](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lajitas+Stables/@29.2742813,-103.8155933,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x86ede5ddff746427:0xc3235febafeb2487!8m2!3d29.2742813!4d-103.8155933!16s%2Fg%2F11cn0s89_f!5m1!1e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)

• Phone maps underestimate how long it takes to get places out here due to spotty cell service -- give yourself extra time!!

[E-waivers before your ride](https://app.waiversign.com/e/5a288858549fce02e9d3a5c1/doc/5cbf5372defa64253b8e041e,5a29b2c0233f9e02e39deb5d,5a29b394233f9e02e39deb72)

• Minors accompanied by grandparents/misc family/non family must have a form filled out by a legal parent/guardian prior to arrival

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