FAQ

Our trail rides feature horses with heights ranging from 14.2 hh to 16.2 hh. We use Western tack, and our horses include Registered Quarter Horses and Registered Paint Horses.

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Yes, we require a waiver form to be completed for all riders on our trail rides. An individual of 18 years of age or older must complete a waiver form for any accompanying minors. You can fill out the waiver form electronically before coming to the ranch. Please note that it is not possible to print the form. If you are unable to fill out the waiver electronically, you will be able to fill it out upon arrival at the ranch.

You can book a trail ride by using our booking section. Send us a Facebook message or contact us if you have any questions.

We accept cash, debit cards, credit cards, and e-transfers (to ponyexpress@shelbyranch.ca).

If you are unable to attend, please provide a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. We ride (light) rain or shine, but if the conditions are terrible (such as heavy showers, thunderstorms, or icy trails), we will contact you as early as possible to reschedule.

Please arrive at the start time of your booking. Upon your arrival at the ranch, you will fill out a waiver form and receive instructions for your ride.

For your visit to Shelby Ranch, wear comfortable clothing suitable for the weather, including long pants. Avoid shorts, skirts, or dresses. Wear boots with a slight heel or running shoes; open-toed shoes, Crocs, and high heels are not allowed. Helmets are provided and required for all riders. If you bring your own helmet, it must be current and ASTM/SEI-certified. Bring a water bottle, snack, sunscreen, and insect repellent (seasonal).

For summer and March-break horse camps at Shelby Ranch, riders should bring a change of clothes just in case, boots with a slight heel or running shoes, comfortable clothes (pants) according to the weather, a snack, sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent. Please complete the forms to let us know if you have any food allergies, health conditions, or important information we should know about.

753 Durham Rd Scotsburn, Nova Scotia