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Chauncey Ranch

BOYS & GIRLS AGES 9-16
Chauncey Ranch is a 5000-acre working ranch for kids located on the Agua Fria river surrounded by cottonwood trees, willows, green pastures, a sports field, a two-acre lake for canoeing and fishing, riding arenas and barns. Eleven enclosed cabins complete with evaporative coolers and built-in bunks ensure your campers’ comfort. Modern restroom/shower facilities serve each of the boys and girls sides of camp. Campers participate in progressive age-appropriate activities. A full half-day at the barn includes an introduction to horses, horsemanship and a trail ride. Additional trail rides and Saddle Club are also available.

Extra Trail Rides
The regular fee at Chauncey Ranch includes a 1 hour trail ride. Extra rides (up to three per week) may be purchased for an additional $25 per ride.

The SADDLE CLUB (ages 9-12)*
A one-hour lesson per day (Mon-Fri) designed for beginners or casual riders interested in learning about horses and basic riding.

*Saddle Club fee $100, limited weekly enrollment.

Chauncey Ranch programs

AGES 9-10

  • Trail rides
  • Climbing Tower
  • Fishing
  • Swimming
  • Archery
  • Skits & dance
  • Canoeing
  • Sports/games
  • Campfires
  • Arts/Crafts
  • Nature Activities
  • Dance

AGES 11-12 (all programming for 9-10 year olds plus)

  • Low Ropes
  • Climbing Tower/Zip line
  • Riflery
  • Paintball

AGES 13-16 (all programming for 9-12 year olds plus)

  • Pamper Pole
  • High Ropes
  • Trap & Skeet







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