Map & Directions:
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Directions from Denver/DIA to C Lazy U Ranch Proceed south out of Denver Intl Airport until you reach I-70 West. Take I-70 exit and continue on for approx. 1.25 hours (time varies depending on time of day and traffic flow). You will pass the town of Idaho Springs. 7 miles above Idaho Springs you will come to Exit 232. The sign will say "Rocky Mountain National Park & Winter Park." Take Exit 232 and stay on Highway 40 for approx. one hour. This is a two-lane highway that will take you over Berthoud Pass. You will pass through the towns of Winter Park, Fraser, Tabernash and Granby. Once past Granby, continue on Highway 40 for 3 miles and you will come to the junction of Highway 125. Turn right (the only way you can turn) and continue on Highway 125 for 3.5 miles. You will see a large sign over the main Ranch road, turn right to enter.
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What you'll do and learn:
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Above all else, expect to have a luxurious weekend getaway in the Rocky Mountain splendor of Colorado. Expect five star accommodations, meals and service. Be sure to invite your cow-girl friends, but you’ll feel comfortable coming on your own too with a support group of like-minded women. Watch the online video>>
This renowned guest ranch, in cooperation with Julie Goodnight, have put together a riding and yoga retreat for women to entice visitors to the ranch during the
shoulder seasons. Take advantage of discounted rates for world-class accommodations with programming riding and yoga included. Spa services are available at the ranch but not a part of the structured retreat. Feel
free to participate in as much or as little of the planned program as you want and if you want to schedule time for spa treatments, you may have to cut the other
activities a little short. You can schedule spa treatments once you are at the ranch. Some participants will bring their own horses and others will use one of the great
trail horses at C Lazy U; board or use of a ranch horse is included in the cost. Please let the ranch know if you are bringing a horse or need one of the ranch horses.
The clinic sessions with Julie Goodnight will be fun and productive with all riders and horses working at their own pace. Julie is there to make sure you have a good time, stay safe and learn something. She is really good at putting everyone at ease and making you feel more confident. From Julie’s point of view, she is there for
you—not the other way around. It’s not about egos or impressing people, it’s about you and your horse and making what progress you can while you have a good time.
The yoga sessions are oriented toward all levels of students, from never-evers through advanced practitioners. Bring a yoga mat, a blanket and a water bottle; wear comfortable, stretchy clothes.
Don’t worry about your stamina or ability level for the riding or the yoga—be it high or low. Everyone is encouraged to work at their own pace. If you get tired, feel free to sit out a session or end early. If there is an exercise you are not comfortable with, it’s perfectly fine to skip it. There’s plenty of time for in-depth questions and discussions and personalized attention.
You will be learning alongside all sorts of riders—English and Western, beginner and advanced-- no matter what your level, you’ll advance your skills and knowledge tremendously. Spring and fall in the Colorado Mountains can be glorious, with vibrant colors, warm sunny days (usually) and cool crisp nights. As always, in the mountains, the weather can be unpredictable but the ranch has a toasty indoor arena when the weather gets blustery. Be prepared with all-weather gear and layers that will make you comfortable in all four seasons. “Expect to have fun, learn a lot about your horse, enjoy great company and a have a luxurious stay at one of Colorado’s premie guest ranches” –Julie Goodnight
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Things to know and bring:
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Bring your horse or ride one at the ranch! Either way you'll have a fabulous time. Bring clothing for all seasons, your swimsuit for the hot tub (that has a waterfall in it, did we forget to mention?), bring gear for riding and a change of clothing for dinner and yoga! |
What others have said about riding with Julie:
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"I took my 17 hand Thoroughbred gelding to Julie's clinic in Parker. I had planned on taking my other horse (15 hand QH gelding - who I ride primarily western) but he was laid up and I "had" to take big Lance (who I ride primarily english). I didn't know what to expect since I'd never even seen Julie on TV before, much less in a clinic, but I was thoroughly surprised at how down to earth she was (I've been to plenty of clinics where the clinician is arrogant and very opinionated about what type of riding you do, etc) and I learned so much! My horse was a superstar and I got an extra "bonus lesson" when he refused to go in the wash rack and Julie helped me with her flagging technique - which works great for trailer loading too. I told Julie that that technique "changed our lives" and she probably thinks I was kidding. I now spend under 2 minutes loading him and it has made taking him places so much more fun - for both of us! I'm signed up for another clinic in June and also attended the clinic at C Lazy U last October (that's a not-to-be-missed clinic if there ever was one - that place is awesome!)." --Susie
"A long standing member of the AQHA I have been to countless shows and had many trainers and none of them ever explained "why" like Julie did. Nor did they ever admit that they too needed to work on themselves. I really appreciate that about Julie, it helps me make a connection with her. She feels really committed to helping people learn for the sake of the horse first and for most and I see no ego or "higher than thou" attitude which is such a turn off for me."
"I attended all three of your clinics at Quarterfest and just wanted to thank you for a great weekend. I learned so much. Now I just need to unlearn what I have done incorrectly for almost 50 years. Again, thanks for all the help."
"Hello Julie, You did an awesome job at the Windy Creek Roundup (and so did your husband) !! It was very IMPRESSIVE, lots of great action, and FUN. It was a pleasure to see you and watch you compete. Having audited your clinics/demos for years, it is an honor to watch you "put everything into action". We hope to see you in the future. THANKS for demonstrating your excellent riding skills."
"The way you are able to find simple and easy methods for people to communicate better with their horses is inspiring." |
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