Meet Harry and Horace...our new miniature ponies. These two buddies came to the ranch from a local farm that could no longer care for them.  The previous owner wanted to keep the ponies together because they were such good friends, and luckily, Texas Ranch Life had an extra pasture that needed some inhabitants. Harry is super sweet and loves to be petted by everyone...especially kids! Horace is really pretty and a little grouchy, but he perks up once you give him some tasty carrots. See more pictures of the dynamic duo on our Facebook Page ..read more

Moms are so important and do so much for us, and luckily there is one day a year where you can show your mom just how much she means to you...here's some ideas on how you can tell mom "thanks".  (A hug wouldn't hurt either) 1. Texas Ranch Life has options for every budget...from day fishing for the family, horseback riding, a weekend getaway, the Mothers' Day package or even a customized family reunion for your matriarch and her progeny, you can even keep your options open with a gift certificate!!! 2.  Whether the mother in your life is a new mom, a recent empty-nester or a mom of ..read more

which means it's the perfect time to cozy up in front of the fire with a bowl of #TexasRanchLife Lonesome Pine #Beef #Chili ...It'll keep you warm and cozy on these cold winter nights! LONESOME PINE CHILI Grass-fed Ground Beef for Chili | 2 lbs New Mexico red chile pods | 5 to 8 dried Garlic Cloves | 5 to 8 Simmering Water | 2 cups Vegetable Oil | 1 Tbsp Yellow Onion | 1 large Diced Tomatoes | 1 can Tomato Paste | ½ to 1 can Water Paprika | 2 Tbsp Ground Cumin | 1 ½ Tbsp Mexican Oregano | 1 ½ Tbsp Dash of Cloves Kosher Salt Stem and seed chile pods. Place ..read more

Learn how to be a pro out on the range...from the basics of getting on the horse to more advanced horsemanship techniques ..read more

Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott came to Texas Ranch Life for two nights a couple weeks ago while touring the Round Top Festival.  They came with their two children and some friends...they were very sweet and down to earth and had a great time eating, fishing and dancing at the ranch.  Best of luck with the new baby!!! Tori and Dean in the barn headquarters with Laramy, Taunia and Lacey Elick ..read more

A great group from Oracle...this is just before they mastered team penning! See more pictures during the week, look at the agenda, and get more info at the Oracle page.  Happy Trails ..read more

    A big Texas thanks! to Maersk Oil for bringing out a great group from Angola...all the way from Africa!     We had a great time showing ya'll the ranch, and hope that you enjoyed the horseback riding, skeet shooting, branding and BBQ lunch.  Happy trails on the rest of your trip and come back and see us again!     -from John, Taunia, Dallas, Craig and Lacey ..read more

Great video by ranch guest Thomas Wilmer ..read more