Rockin W Ranch

Rockin W Ranch We help you learn to become the partner your horse deserves.

- Learn the essentials of centered riding
- Learn to work together as one with your horse
- Learn horsemanship skills

Rider Experiences include:
Basic Horse Care, Ground Work and Horsemanship Skills, Horse Science, Activity Days, Horse Shows, Day Camps, Riding Level Certification Awards, Specialization in Western and Dressage

Kathryn Grinstead (HSA Certified) founded Rockin' W Ranch 30 years ago

and has taught hundreds of riders valuable horsemanship skills. Many of her riders went on to 4-H State and Regional Championship competitions and some went on to pursue further equestrian schooling at the collegiate level.

05/22/2026
You’re Invited to the Ranch for Cowboy Church! Looking for a fresh way to worship? Join us this Saturday, May 16th at 10...
05/11/2026

You’re Invited to the Ranch for Cowboy Church! Looking for a fresh way to worship? Join us this Saturday, May 16th at 10:00 AM for our Cowboy Church service.

We are excited to welcome Terry Welsh for worship music. Cowboy Everly will be delivering a special message featuring a horse to illustrate our walk with God.

Grab your chairs, bring the whole family, and enjoy the great outdoors with us.

Just a friendly reminder that the Rockin’ W Ranch is a Tobacco-Free Zone.

We can’t wait to see you there—please share this invitation with anyone who needs a little inspiration!

You’re Invited to the Ranch for Cowboy Church! Looking for a fresh way to worship? Join us this Saturday, April 18th at ...
04/13/2026

You’re Invited to the Ranch for Cowboy Church! Looking for a fresh way to worship? Join us this Saturday, April 18th at 10:00 AM for our Cowboy Church service.

We are excited to welcome Terry Welsh for worship music. Cowboy Everly will be delivering a special message featuring a horse to illustrate our walk with God.

Grab your chairs, bring the whole family, and enjoy the great outdoors with us.

Just a friendly reminder that the Rockin’ W Ranch is a Tobacco-Free Zone.

We can’t wait to see you there—please share this invitation with anyone who needs a little inspiration!

From Student to Leader! 🐴Take a look at these photos of Tyler Plumley, back when he first started in our horsemanship pr...
04/09/2026

From Student to Leader! 🐴
Take a look at these photos of Tyler Plumley, back when he first started in our horsemanship program.

Today he is a high school senior at MAT, who has continued using his skills volunteering in our programs and with Special Olympics.
He chose A Heart for H.E.R.O.s for his community service project.

To give back to the ranch that shaped him, Tyler has organized a Volunteer Work Day this Saturday, April 11th! We need your help!

Come spend some time in the fresh air, get your hands a little dirty, and leave feeling great. Whether you can stay for a few hours or the whole time every hand makes a difference!
Lunch is provided.
Please contact us on messenger if you can attend and we will follow up with details.

Registration is NOW OPEN for June Horse Camps at Rockin W Ranch! Camp spots are limited and historically fill up within ...
04/06/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for June Horse Camps at Rockin W Ranch!
Camp spots are limited and historically fill up within just a few days. Once spots are filled, we will open a waiting list.

REGISTRATION DETAILS: Check the comments below for the Google Form links for each camp, pricing and more details.
We can’t wait to see both new and returning faces at the ranch this June!

At our “Shamrocks & Saddles" camp, our campers explored the Faith of the Emerald Isle, through horses and heart.Campers ...
04/05/2026

At our “Shamrocks & Saddles" camp, our campers explored the Faith of the Emerald Isle, through horses and heart.

Campers spent time learning about horse care and horsemanship skills. They decorated their “Image of God” frames, celebrating the unique way God made each of us and our horses. Each camper made a rider’s blessing keychain and scratch art revealing the “Holy Trinity.”

Happy Easter from Rockin W Ranch!This past Spring Break camp was filled with "Grit and Grace," as campers practiced thei...
04/05/2026

Happy Easter from Rockin W Ranch!

This past Spring Break camp was filled with "Grit and Grace," as campers practiced their skills in and out of the saddles. Campers helped out on barn chores as well.

One of our crafts we titled was the “Revealed Grace.”
The campers first layered colors across their canvases. Later, the white cross was revealed, as a reminder that God’s grace is our steady center, no matter how busy life gets.

Thank you to all the families who made this faith-based camp so special. It was the perfect way to celebrate the season before we head into our Traditional Summer Camps.

From the Heart of Kathy Everly:Eternal Destiny, better known as Bud, crossed the Rainbow Bridge on March 24, 2026. In hi...
04/02/2026

From the Heart of Kathy Everly:

Eternal Destiny, better known as Bud, crossed the Rainbow Bridge on March 24, 2026. In his 30 years at Rockin W Ranch, Bud had become a favorite with all the riding students. In his younger days he qualified for the State 4-H competition year after year, performing in showmanship, western pleasure, hunt seat under saddle, ranch classes, and dressage. In the last 8 years his kind patience and quiet demeanor made riding a safe introduction for Special Olympians and beginners of all ages.

We have lost track of the numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals, not counting the hundreds of ribbons, Bud has helped his riders earn over the years. We’ve watched Bud on numerous occasions, both here at the ranch and at competitions, make the decision to do the course correctly even when the rider gave him a wrong cue, assuring that they placed in the class or confidently complete the pattern.

Bud was especially a favorite of mine because he was a grandson of my first horse, Lucki Ladi. He carried 4 generations of our family during his lifetime—me, my sons, my grandchildren, and my great grandchildren. He was a no nonsense horse who knew his job and did it well even if his rider didn’t.
We were honored to have shared our lives with such an honest, caring horse.

To honor Bud’s legacy and the joy he brought to us all, we are creating a dedicated prayer garden at the ranch as a permanent memorial.
We envision this space as a peaceful retreat featuring a trellis and a stone prayer bench.

If you would like to help bring this project to life, we are gratefully accepting contributions of supplies or materials. For information on supply needs or upcoming work days, please reach out via Messenger or contact Kathy or Cowboy Everly directly.

Please leave your favorite memories, stories and photos of Bud in the comments. He will be deeply missed.

Join Us for a Ranch Work Day! 🐎🛠️ Please feel free to share!We are so proud to announce that a local high school senior,...
04/01/2026

Join Us for a Ranch Work Day! 🐎🛠️ Please feel free to share!
We are so proud to announce that a local high school senior, Tyler Plumley, has chosen A Heart for H.E.R.O.s for his senior project. After meeting with Cowboy and Kathy, he’s taking the lead on a much needed Ranch Work Day to tackle several projects and property improvements.
We would love to see our community come together to support his vision and our mission!

* Who: Adults and youth are both welcome for part of the day or all day.
* Students: You can receive community service hours for your help! 🎓
* To Volunteer: Please reach out to us via Messenger or email the contact person on the flyer below. 👇

You’re Invited to the Ranch for Cowboy Church! Looking for a fresh way to worship? Join us this Saturday, March 21st at ...
03/16/2026

You’re Invited to the Ranch for Cowboy Church! Looking for a fresh way to worship? Join us this Saturday, March 21st at 10:00 AM for our Cowboy Church service.

We are excited to welcome Terry Welsh for worship music. Cowboy Everly will be delivering a special message featuring a horse to illustrate our walk with God.

Grab your chairs, bring the whole family, and enjoy the great outdoors with us.

Just a friendly reminder that the Rockin’ W Ranch is a Tobacco-Free Zone.

We can’t wait to see you there—please share this invitation with anyone who needs a little inspiration!

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Bartow, FL
33830

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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