Crossroads Ranch

04/11/2025

Time to start a long weekend of learning.

04/08/2025

"If your horse says no, you either asked the wrong question, or asked the question wrong." - Pat Parelli

Ol' Billboard is the perfect horse for young riders. He has an incredible ability to quickly gauge whether a child is confident or still in the process of learning. For those who are still learning, he is patient, giving them space to enjoy the ride. As the child’s confidence and skills grow, Billboard shifts to help them learn in a safe, constructive way.

For example, if a child tries to turn without properly signaling, Billboard will calmly stand still or turn in the opposite direction. While this may be frustrating for the rider, it provides an opportunity for them to stay calm, think critically, and understand the connection between their actions and the result.

To help children become better riders, it's important to let them experience these moments of learning, where they can safely process and grow from each situation.

04/05/2025

Youngest to oldest.

04/01/2025

There's always work to be done on the ranch.

Want to learn how to care for horses? We always welcome volunteers and don't mind teaching along the way. Be that you're new to horses or want to get into the dirty part, let us know!

Veterans and active-duty members are always welcomed to also just come relax with our small herd.

03/30/2025

When feed time gets grab time by the young one, feed bags here we go! Billboard got to take his old man time on eating while Mo got his first experience with a feed bag and Kiona picked hers clean...per usual.

03/30/2025

After a good workout, I often leave them saddled for a good 5 to 10 minutes so they don't come to think everytime were done and at the hitching post means we're done.

03/27/2025

When the suns out, it's nap time for the Mustangs!

03/26/2025

03/26/2025

Trailer loading often has to be taken slow. It took a good 20 mins of slowly showing Mo what I wanted with body language and moving his feet. In the end, he walks right on, turned around, and calmly stepped down.

03/24/2025

When work was so hard watching us pull weeds...

03/24/2025

After a good session in the arena, it's time to hit the trails for a relaxing cool down. I always enjoy ending every session with a short jaunt through the woods. It gives the horse an oppurtunity to see a new enviroment and stretch their legs while boosting their confidence.

03/17/2025

We still have slots for lessons open!

We teach everything from groundwork to caring for these amazing animals to proper control in the saddle. We take beginners to intermediates who are enthuasitic and wanting to learn from ages 4 and up! Located in Massaponax, VA

Message us so we can start your horsemanship journey!

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 6PM - 7PM & 7:30PM - 8PM
Wedensday: 4PM - 5PM & 7PM - 8PM
Thursday: 7PM - 8PM
Friday: 7PM - 8 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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03/13/2025

Exciting news here on the ranch! #5289 will be joining the Crossroads Ranch family!

We have just won this 6 year old Muskrat Basin gelding during BLM Wild Horse & B***o Program auction! He was rounded up in July of 2024 in Wyoming.

We are aiming to do several competitions over the summer once his training gets going! He also will be used to teach several folks and veterans how we gentle wild Mustangs.

Stay tuned for his arrival and progression through our program!

03/08/2025

The supervisors are making sure we put in the new temp fence correctly.

03/05/2025

We got a got some good photos of Kiona in action! She has come a long way since we picked her up as a wild one! She represented the Mustang breed and the bond behind horse and veteran! She also got loved on by the public and had several kids fall in love with the breed!

Thank you In Frame Photography for getting the great shots!

02/27/2025

We are getting ready to show in the Parade of Breeds!