About The Venue

120 acre Ranch with obstacle/agility course, riding trails, vacation / retirement boarding and horse camping.

There is a $10 ranch fee per day per equine for folks who are not camping.

Inspired by her riding in Equine Trail Sports and Working Equitation competitions, Sandra's Obstacle Course has multiple obstacles, balancing exercises, jumps and trails to engage you and your horse.  

Located in the White Mountains of AZ at an elevation of 5600+ feet, 4 Beat Ranch makes a great getaway during the heat of the summer or anytime of the year, we enjoy 4 seasons up here.  4BR is located on the Snowflake/Concho border in AZ, just under 3.5 hours NE of Phoenix.

On 120 acres, there is plenty of room to camp and enjoy the peace and quiet of our serene setting.  Miles of country dirt roads to ride on as well as a 40+ piece and growing obstacle course trail system on the property.  In addition to all the man made obstacles, there are endless ways to challenge yourself and your horse on the property's natural landscape as well.  

There is a 60' round pen, a 125' x 175' Arena and a 20m x 40m Junior Dressage Court on the property available for guest use.

Event Details

Saturday

Trail Challenge (TC) – a relaxing trail ride with judged obstacles along the trail and possibly in camp. All riding disciplines are welcome.

Sunday

In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.

Obstacle Course (OC) – a mounted event in an arena/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.

The Terrain

Sandy soil and some rocky terrain as well.  There are multiple hills to climb and descend.  Gullies from the wash make great fun to climb in and out of.  A Big flat wash to open up and run.  Countless trees to circle, figure eight, serpentine, and cloverleaf.  Downed trees to jump and step over.  There's lots of outdoor fun to be had here on the ranch!

Meals

Breakfast will be served every morning in the main meeting area starting at 6AM.  Coffee, juice, fruit, yogurt, hard boiled eggs and breakfast carbs too!

Lunch will be served after the last ride daily in the main meeting area.  Something on the grill along with salads, chips, fruits, cookies etc.  

Main meeting area is the big beige garage on right across from the main house.

Awards

Beautiful ribbons - 1st-6th place Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced! 1st-3rd place Junior (age 13-17), 1st-3rd place Youngin' (age 7-12), and 1st place Newcomer.

Lifetime Awards (Equine & Rider) - Sign up 2 weeks in advance to get your qualifying awards!

Equine Awards - Your equine will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden carrot charms as they progress through the levels. Equine points accumulate no matter who rides the equine. 

Rider Awards - You will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden star charms as you progress through the levels. Rider Points accumulate no matter which equine is ridden. 

Additional Fees

Payment for ALL Amenities reserved at the time of online registration are due ON SITE and are NOT collected at the time of online registration.

Registering online will give you the best (early bird) pricing! There is a $12 increase per entry for onsite registration.

In order to avoid future cleaning deposits added to your reservation, it is important you leave your stalls as clean as you found them.  Those not leaving stalls clean will be reported to ETS.