Count Thunder Valley Ranch

Count Thunder Valley Ranch Helping kids build confidence and emotional regulation through calm, structured horse-based sessions. Private and small group options available. Wheatland County

Ideal for neurodivergent youth or those who struggle in traditional settings.

Riding Lessons for All Ages Whether you're 6 or 60, it's never too early or too late to discover the magic of horses.At ...
06/13/2026

Riding Lessons for All Ages

Whether you're 6 or 60, it's never too early or too late to discover the magic of horses.

At Count Thunder Valley Ranch, our lessons focus on more than just riding. We help build confidence, responsibility, patience, communication, and lifelong skills both in and out of the saddle.

✔️ Kids
✔️ Teens
✔️ Adult Beginners
✔️ Experienced Riders

Whether you're taking your very first ride or looking to continue your horsemanship journey, we'd love to welcome you to the ranch.

-Western Riding Lessons
-Safe, supportive environment
-Small group and individual instruction
-Just 15 minutes from Strathmore

Message us to learn more or reserve your spot!

Our respite weekends are built around connection, confidence, and belonging. Through horses, farm life, outdoor experien...
06/12/2026

Our respite weekends are built around connection, confidence, and belonging. Through horses, farm life, outdoor experiences, and supportive relationships, youth have the opportunity to learn, grow, and simply enjoy being kids.

-Horses & animal interactions
-Nature-based experiences
-Safe and supportive environment
-Opportunities to build friendships and confidence
-A place where every child belongs

Every child deserves a space where they feel valued, understood, and celebrated for who they are, not who the world expects them to be.

Because sometimes the greatest gift we can give a child is a place where they can just be themselves.

Message us to learn more about our respite weekends for neurodivergent youth (9+).

Raising a neurodivergent child comes with incredible moments of joy, pride, and connection, but it can also be exhaustin...
06/10/2026

Raising a neurodivergent child comes with incredible moments of joy, pride, and connection, but it can also be exhausting carrying so much responsibility on your own.

That's why respite matters.

At Count Thunder Valley Ranch, we provide a safe, supportive environment where youth can connect with animals, explore the outdoors, build friendships, and simply be themselves, while parents and caregivers take a much-needed breath.

* Horses & farm animals
* Outdoor adventures
* Connection & belonging
* Supportive, understanding environment
* Ages 9+

Because taking care of yourself isn't giving up.

It's making sure you have enough left in your cup to keep showing up tomorrow.

Only 15 minutes from Strathmore

Message us to learn more about our weekend respite opportunities.

Maybe it’s the confidence that comes from sitting in the saddle.Maybe it’s learning to trust.Maybe it’s discovering they...
06/08/2026

Maybe it’s the confidence that comes from sitting in the saddle.
Maybe it’s learning to trust.
Maybe it’s discovering they’re capable of more than they ever imagined.

At Count Thunder Valley Ranch, our riding lessons are about so much more than horses. They're about building confidence, responsibility, resilience, and connection, one ride at a time.

Whether your child is brand new to horses or looking to grow their skills, we provide a supportive, encouraging environment where every rider can learn at their own pace.

-Beginner-friendly lessons
-Small, individualized instruction
-Confidence-building and skill-focused

Message us to learn more or to book an introductory lesson.

Need a break? We've got you. ❤️Weekend respite for neurodivergent youth (9+) in a safe, supportive farm environment fill...
06/06/2026

Need a break? We've got you. ❤️

Weekend respite for neurodivergent youth (9+) in a safe, supportive farm environment filled with horses, animals, outdoor adventures, and opportunities to build confidence and connection.

📍 Only 15 minutes from Strathmore
💰 FSCD, PDD (FMS) & SFP funding accepted
📩 Message us for availability! 🌾🐷🐴💚

There’s something about this space that changes things.Less pressure.More connection.A place where kids can slow down, f...
04/20/2026

There’s something about this space that changes things.

Less pressure.
More connection.
A place where kids can slow down, feel safe, and start to build real confidence.

That’s what we focus on here

04/19/2026

Not all victories are loud… some are quiet, steady, and incredibly powerful 🧡

Today, birthday girl Finley had her very first time on one of our horses…

and she didn’t just ride

she guided him through obstacles,
worked on her speed control,
and used her reins with confidence.

But more than that…
she showed up, trusted herself, and kept going.

That’s where it all starts.

Amazing job! Happy birthday cowgirl! 🎉🐴

We keep our groups small on purpose, so every child gets the support they need. We have limited spots left for this summ...
04/14/2026

We keep our groups small on purpose, so every child gets the support they need. We have limited spots left for this summer's camp dates

If you’re not sure if this is the right fit, send us a message.

Alright… these are going FAST 👀We’ve already had a bunch of messages about our farm-raised pork boxes, and spots are sta...
04/12/2026

Alright… these are going FAST 👀

We’ve already had a bunch of messages about our farm-raised pork boxes, and spots are starting to fill.

If you’ve been thinking about it, now’s the time.

✔ Locally raised
✔ Processed at an inspected facility
✔ Cut, packed, and freezer-ready
📦 Ready the week of April 19
🚚 Free delivery for the first 5 orders

🥩 9–11 kg (20-25lbs)| $350
🥩 14–16 kg (30-35lbs) | $500
🥩 18–20 kg (40-45lbs) | $750

Once these boxes are spoken for, that’s it.

Message “PORK” and I’ll send you what’s still available 👇

Limited freezer-ready pork boxes now available Locally raised, inspected facility, and ready for your freezer.Ready week...
04/08/2026

Limited freezer-ready pork boxes now available

Locally raised, inspected facility, and ready for your freezer.

Ready week of April 19
Delivery available

Boxes starting at $350
$50 deposit required to secure your box

Message “PORK” for details

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Nightingale, AB

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 7pm

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