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Come Back To Riding...Come Back To Nature...
Come Back To
Appa-Lolly Ranch

EXCITING NEW LOCATION!
We've moved on to "Greener Pastures!"
2055 State Hwy. 46
Milltown, WI 54858

Main site: www.appalollyranch.webs.com

Email us at: appa.lolly@yahoo.com
Call or fax us at: (715) 825-5059

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More of what we offer ...

PETTING ZOO

Our Petting Zoo is an active attraction during our "Seasonal" Trail Riding Summer Business. Pictured is "Yama" the llama, and BamBam the fainting goat. BamBam will be having twins around February 23rd, 2004

Included in our Petting Zoo is everyone's favorite "Buffalo" our miniture horse, "Cricket" our miniture pony, "Hee Haw" of course - our miniture donkey. We also have "Sir Chancelot" aka Chance and "Midnight Lace" aka Lacey, our Black Standard Poodles. (They really think they are "Ranch Hands") Chickens, Roosters, Ducks and Guinnies are always fun for the kids, plus alot more to see along with the "8 Acre Lake" on property. Lots of free fun for all!

OPERATED BY TED BENSON, the
J BENSON RANCH,

located in Delta, WI, was home to the Appa-Lolly Ranch family operators, where we learned basics and essentials for safety & horsemanship. J Benson Ranch has been operating their Riding Stable since 1975, specializing in Boy/Girl Scout/Groups for several years. They have to date -0- accident claim as well. They keep their same trail horses year after year, which is where we learned the basis of how to keep trail riding safe. Their location is off Highway U.S. 2 - in between Duluth, Mn. and Ashland, WI. For a more convenient location in your area, call 715 746-2490 Better yet - try us both - "variety is the spice of life"...

 PONIES TO GO

Always in demand..."Ponies To Go" ... Perfect for any event & party gathering. You may have seen them, year after year at the "Heart of the North" Spooner Rodeo, Several Northwest WI County Fairs, County Days, Etc. Same Owner/Operator for 30 years, June Benson delights in her Pony Ring, featuring the same requested favorites "Chester - Chip - Sparky - April - Bonnie & Banner".... Call ahead to insure availability for your outing at 715 746-2490.

See one of our ponies in action!

BELGIAN HORSES FOR WINTER

Pictured Below: Tony & Julie aka Big Mac & Whopper, leased to ALR during the Winter. Owner, Dave Mortenson, Mortenson Ranch, Sarona, WI, well known for his pullers & drivers, has won many competitions. Dave raises & sells Belgians and at this time has "some" for sale. Contact him @ 715 469-3388

Don't miss out on "Big Mac & Whopper" - The Handsome Team of Belgians are a favorite attraction during the Winter here in Northern Wisconsin.

MEMBERSHIPS - CLINICS - FIELD TRIPS - LESSONS - BOY/GIRL SCOUTS - GROUPS

For Families, Groups and Individuals who want to learn more about horses!

Our Training Motto is: "What it takes to own your own horse!" We feel some purchase a horse because they are "pretty"-"exciting to own"-"it's a phase they are going through"-"their best friend owns one" and "you can ride them". Too often "some" horse owners will purchase horses without a clue of how to take care of them properly. Some have no clue the yearly cost of owning a horse or 2 or 3, or the past history of the horse they are purchasing, or even what to look for. Some have no idea how they were trained, what to if a horse colic's or founders, or even the meaning of these words. In our three (3) generation horse experience, we have seen this in the past and continue to see it over and over with several we have come to know. (This doesn't mean we know all the answers, we are amazed how much we learn daily)

Some have no idea when to call a Farrier (What's a Farrier?) or why a horse re-acts the way they do, or why you need to talk loud to your beloved horse who may be asleep, when approaching. Some have no clue the real reasons horses need to be groomed and how often, or how to choose the correct tack (SO IMPORTANT) for their personal horse. Lastly, some have no clue how and what to feed in proper proportions, what yearly vaccinations are needed, what "worming" means and that horses areas need to be cleaned daily. WE in fact, continue to learn from others every day.

WE OFFER: Memberships, (some includes certificates) - (By day=$75.00, week=$150.00, month=$300.00 and seasonal=$500.00). For Clubs-Boy/Girl Scout Programs w/Merits - Badges, etc. $25.00 pp w 2 free spots for organizers of event w/group of 10 or more. (Prices may vary with group arrangements - Camp-Outs here are a big hit...) Participants may go on a trail ride after topics are covered. Custom scheduling and training is available to meet your group/troup needs and schedule. Personal 1 Hr. Class=$25.00 & Field Trips=$5.00 pp Four (4) Page Brochure mailed upon request. Information, Safety & Horsmanship, Hands-On Training, Riding Abilities, etc. may vary depending on what is needed, and/or expected for each group/troup or participant.

BASIC RIDING LESSONS: We do not just teach a participant to ride, we begin by teaching Safety & Horsemanship, beginning from ground up. We make aware the nature of a horse, the basics in caring, grooming, and "correct tack". Even if you do not own a horse and want to learn how to ride, you need to know "what" you are riding first. You must be prepared to learn a horse is not or "should not" be an "occasional pet". They need proper daily and yearly care in proper facilities every day, week, season and year. Shown Below - New Member's Practice in Arena and Member's and family taking a break during a Barn Dance...