Yesterday, Mr. W and I took an “us” day. We spent the morning at Warm Springs Ranch near Boonville, Missouri. We then did some antiquing, followed by shopping and a late lunch at Cracker Barrel. I have been yearning to visit Warm Springs since 2008 (the year the Ranch moved just a little over an hour away from us). I was not disappointed, and cannot wait to return!
I will share our tour with mostly photos and very little “talk!” Pic heavy I know.. but, well, I am making up for lost time.. haha!
The tour began with a short video that was just a glorious celebration of the Clydesdales, and included in the mix was a snippet of my favorite Budweiser commercial.. which brought tears to my eyes. I am such a sucker for the Clydesdales, and when they throw in my favorite little equine.. well… it’s a winning combination for me.
Let the tour begin…
Such a beautiful ranch!
Bonus birdwatching while waiting for tour to begin: Great Blue Heron
Mr. W…
Mrs. W…
Our tour guide, Cindy.. she was the best!!
Pregnant mare in Exercise Paddock
Young ‘un – big enough to play in the pasture
Duke, sweet retired Clydesdale (photo creds to Mr. W on this one!)
Clydesdale shoe in Mr. W’s hands…
Baby born on Cinco de Mayo.. 1 of 3 very new foals we had the honor to meet.
Lunch!
Needless to say, I would highly recommend visiting Warm Springs Ranch. You have to make your reservations quite a while in advance, but once you are there I guarantee you won’t regret it! Take this link to see if any tickets are available this season.
Hope all is well where you are!
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15 comments:
This looks like my kind of day trip. So nice to see those foals.
I enjoyed this post. I want to visit Warm Springs Ranch!! That commercial is my favorite too and brings tears to my eyes. Funny, I just talked about Cracker Barrel in on my blog today.
So great to see a post from you :)!!! I have never heard of this place, didn't even know you could see the Clydesdales. Very cool!!! So glad you enjoyed the trip!
I don't live all that far from there but haven't ever taken the tour. My daughter took a class of young kids there for a tour and loved it. It's a beautiful place!
Great pics and advice.
We have been wanting to go there
for awhile!
Love the commercials.
Great to see you!
M : )
Love the pictures..thanks for sharing ..Looks like it was a fun place to visit :)
Warm greetings from Montreal, Canada! The Clydesdale video of the donkey that you are sharing here is my favourite! And your header is delightful! Beautiful photos, thank you so much for sharing. :)
Hello ~
I am going to see how far away we are ~ looks like a great place.
I so enjoyed seeing all your pictures.
Those Big But Clydes are Beautiful! I LOVE a big horse. Hopefully, you and the Mr. are doing well. I think of you both every time I see a Martha Stewart Made in America advert...still think the Mr. should apply...hint, hint...lol.
Beautiful photos and I love the Clydesdales! The donkey video is one of my favourite Budweiser ads, it makes me smile no matter how many times I see it!
Ooh, how I would love to visit Warm Springs Ranch !
Those Clydesdale horses are such gentle giants, I have worked with them in England, and they always won my heart.
Thank you for sharing this incredible adventure.
Hugs,
~Jo
Soooo happy to have come back to blogland for a visit and stopped here first! You know we love our Clydes and so especially enjoyed your lovely photo tour! We've never been but will make it a point after seeing all the fun you shared. Happy New Year!
hugs,
Leslie
Soooo happy to have come back to blogland for a visit and stopped here first! You know we love our Clydes and so especially enjoyed your lovely photo tour! We've never been but will make it a point after seeing all the fun you shared. Happy New Year!
hugs,
Leslie
Soooo happy to have come back to blogland for a visit and stopped here first! You know we love our Clydes and so especially enjoyed your lovely photo tour! We've never been but will make it a point after seeing all the fun you shared. Happy New Year!
hugs,
Leslie
Soooo happy to have come back to blogland for a visit and stopped here first! You know we love our Clydes and so especially enjoyed your lovely photo tour! We've never been but will make it a point after seeing all the fun you shared. Happy New Year!
hugs,
Leslie
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