Black Diamond Riding Ranch, LLC

Black Diamond Riding Ranch, LLC We are a small trail riding facility, located in the outskirts of Grampian, PA. * Appointments are necessary. EXTRA SERVICES
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Call or text 814-590-9468 to schedule.
* We have a 250 pound weight limit at this time due to size and availability of horses. This will change once I find the right draft horse for our program.
* Age limit is 12 years old for 1 hour trail rides.
* We offer a 1/2 hour trail ride for children under 12, and one of our guides will walk along side the horse.
* Birthday parties come with various p

ackages. Please reach out to discuss specifics with us.
* Girl Scout and Boy Scout group rides. Please reach out to discuss specifics with us.
* Please wear appropriate shoes, clothing, etc. NO flip-flops or sandals.
* We currently accept cash, local checks, credit cards and Paypal.
* Our horses are family. Treat them as such.
* All rides/activities are weather-permitting. We will reschedule if unable to provide service due to inclement weather.
* We do not allow riding double on a horse.
* Our guides will ride rain or shine (but not in thunderstorms), but we understand if you want to reschedule. We will watch the weather forecast.
* Age limit for 1-hour hour trail ride is 12 years old. SERVICES and PRICING:

1-hour guided horseback ride $65/person
The horses will be saddled and ready to ride when you arrive. All waivers will be signed, and you will be introduced to your horse. We will give general riding instruction before going out to the trails.

45-minute guided trail ride $50/person
We offer a 45-minute trail ride, primarily through the woods. It's a quiet, relaxing ride, and suitable for beginners or advanced riders.

30-minute guided trail ride $40/person
Suitable for anyone, but this is the only ride we offer for kids under age 12. This is also a great ride if you would like to book a trail ride with your child under age 12. A guide will either lead or walk alongside the horse and child (if under age 12) on a 30-minute trail ride. (Deposit Required)

Birthday Party (maximum 6 children)
2 hours · $325
Birthday party with the horses! Rides for all children! We will kick off the party by taking the children on a 30-minute trail ride to search for hidden treasure, fairies, and unicorns, while the parents prepare and decorate for the party. Multiple options available, please reach out to us for specifics. EARLY BIRD RIDE is an early morning a 1-hour sunrise trail ride $70
This is a great way to kick off your day. Come enjoy a 1-hour ride while watching the sun rise from horseback. There is nothing quite like this experience. And don’t worry, we will have the coffee on! NIGHT OWL RIDE is a 1-hour sunset ride $70
This is an excellent way to end your day. You will get a tranquil 1-hour ride on horseback while watching the sun set. We can’t wait to share this experience with you at our ranch. BDRR-Academy: This is for children ages 8-16. Approximately four times over the course of the summer, we offer our Black Diamond Riding Ranch Academy. This is a full Saturday, starting between 8:30-9 a.m. and ending between 4:30-5 p.m. Our academy is a great way for children to learn more about horses, as our day starts in the classroom with American History as it pertains to the horse, Horse 101, horse tack and basic care, and a horse-related craft. The kids even get to make the horses some treats! After a snack, we will head to the barn to interact with the horses, with hands-on experiences brushing, saddling and bridling. The day ends with a trail ride, a wagon ride, and then wraps up with a cowboy cookout over the campfire. Cost is $225/child. Our first two Academy days for 2022 are May 7 and May 21. They are currently full. Our next two Academy dates are to be determined. Planning a party? Thinking about something fun for your group to do? BDRR may be your perfect venue! Or, we may be a great addition to a party -Bridal parties, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Church groups. Reach out to us and we'll see what we can do!

When I (Tammy Friederich) decided to start Black Diamond Riding Ranch back in 2020, we were in the beginning stages of a...
04/14/2024

When I (Tammy Friederich) decided to start Black Diamond Riding Ranch back in 2020, we were in the beginning stages of a pandemic. I really never imagined the business would thrive as it has. It was overwhelming at times, trying to keep up with the demand from the public, caring for the horses, being creative with new ideas, and keeping the scheduling in order. I never advertised, other than on fb, because we already struggled to keep up with our ever-growing customer base. We have met some of the most amazing people throughout the last few years! I can't even begin to describe how easy it is to connect and feel like family with people who love and appreciate horses. We have spent time in the saddle with those who have never even touched a horse, to seasoned riders who just wanted to take a fun trail ride on a horse other than their own. We have taken riders on our trails from age 2 up to 84, and what a ride it has been!

This business was started with a handful of my own personal horses, and I bought a few along the way. I have lost a couple of amazing horses due to age and health issues, and Zoe, age 25, and Reese, 30+, are being retired this year. They deserve an easy retirement and a good life, and that's exactly what they'll get. This brings me to the reason for this post.

I will not be open for trail rides in 2024. I need my spare time to work with a few of my horses who need more saddle time before allowing the public to ride them. My trail guides and I will put some miles on them this year and hopefully have them ready next year.

I have 8 gift certificates out there which I will honor. If you are holding a gift certificate, please reach out to me. We WILL hit the trails together, and I'm looking forward to it.

I refer many to Cook Forest Scenic Trail Rides, and there are also a few others out there offering lessons and trail rides (please feel free to put your info below so my customers can find you and learn what you offer).

I still have some pretty great horses here, and hopefully, with some help from my amazing guides (Tara, Jess and Lexi), we will be able to resume our crazy trail riding schedule in 2025. Until then, I'll keep you updated. Look for us in the Grampian parade this summer, and be sure to let us know you're there! Thank you all for the support and love you've given us. We truly appreciate you!

Please continue to follow us, as we plan to offer a night of family fun this summer at BDRR. Of course, the horses will be here for you to mingle with, along with a campfire, music, good food, good company and old fashioned family fun!

*Below pic of Shar Katak (Arabian) and Sjemme (Friesian) the very first day they met 10 years ago

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150 Deerpoint Lane
Grampian, PA
16838

Telephone

+18145909468

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