Lost Creek Ranch: Testimonials

Located only
40 miles from
St. Paul, MN!

I found Lost Creek Ranch a little over a year ago and was inspired after my first meeting with Lynette. Lynette’s holistic approach to teaching and her incredible knowledge of horsemanship, horse communication and the therapeutic benefits of the human-horse relationship create an invaluable experience for students young and old.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my profession is extremely rewarding but challenging. As a result, it is imperative as a responsible practitioner to apply various self-care techniques to avoid burn-out in this field. Lost Creek Ranch was and is the one answers for me. Lost Creek Ranch provides more than just horseback-riding lessons or trail rides, the ranch gives each rider the confidence, skills, knowledge and the irreplaceable bond with some amazing horses that were given a second chance. Encompassed in Lost Creek Ranch’s mission is the goal to provide at-risk youth the healing benefits and coping skills that therapeutic riding can provide.

I hope you will consider donating to Lost Creek Ranch. Your money will ensure that the horses, the ranch and the clients will be able to partake in these incredible services throughout the year. Your donation will support the health and well-being of the horses and the day-to-day operations of the ranch. Thank you for you time and consideration.

Christy. MSW LICSW
School Social Worker
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I started mid summer to take riding lessons as a break from work and parenting but the ranch has become more like a rejuvenating retreat. Lynette, as an instructor encouraged me starting at the first lesson and pushes and explains just the right amount so I'm striving to do better but feeling confident in my current riding level. Lynette is willing to repeatedly answer questions about horse care, ground manners and "how do I do that again" questions. Her patience and love as a horse rescuer is unmatched and she willingly shares her knowledge and lets us help in the care of the newly rescued even when it is more work for her. My son, who has some special needs, also started taking lessons and I have seen his confidence rise and his eagerness to get to the arena for his lessons. He feels included in the group, is making friends and learning life lessons. Lynette is a patient teacher and will show how something is done over and over until he masters it but then will also hold him accountable to do it well once he has mastered something. The ranch, Lynette, the herd, and the other adult students are really a caring and fun place to be. Thanks Lynette.

Cari, adult beginner, mom of lesson student _______________________________________________________________________________

Lynette and Lost Creek Ranch is making my girlhood dreams come true. I always wanted a horse and now as an adult I am living that dream. What makes this place so special is not just all the wonderful rescued horses but the people as well. I am in a wheelchair and have desperately been trying to find the right match for me because so many places aren't willing to take the risk because they can't see your potential. From day one, Lynette has provided an encouraging and positive environment. Where on my first day she said she'll let me do whatever I feel I am capable of doing and then when I know you can do even more I will encourage you to do so. So thanks Lynette, for helping me to live my dreams!

Jennifer, adult beginner & leaser of the Gentle Giant, C.J.
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...one day I was reading the newspaper and saw an ad for a Horse Lover's Camp for Kids - called Camp Confidence - at a place called Lost Creek Ranch... it talked about how horse lovers could realize their dreams and have a 'horse of their own' for a week at camp. It talked about building self esteem and confidence and was geared toward children 7 - 14. They offered lessons and leasing and trail rides, etc. so I gave them a call. What I got on the other end of the line was a woman who took the time to talk to me about my daughter, who listened and understood her passion for horses from the beginning. We decided to visit and do a "trial" lesson to see if it would be a good fit for us. With my previous experience looming, I listened closely to every word spoken. I watched the level of interest given to my little one. We have been to Lost Creek Ranch virtually every Saturday since that day - and that was more than two years ago!

What Lynette offers is so much more than horseback riding lessons. She has given our family the ability to make Chloe's childhood dreams come true without us having to make a huge investment or a lifestyle change to support her dreams. After about 6 months of lessons, Lynette offered to take Chloe to a horse show. She now has been to 4. Chloe has been to Horse Lover's Camp - her first time away from home! We participated in a Mother/Daughter Day. We had her birthday at the barn spending the night in the bunk house used for camp. She is currently attending a horsemanship clinic where she is learning all about horses - how to care for them, groom them, the anatomy of horses, the difference in colors and breeds, how to lunge them, tack them up and turn them out. She's learning both Western and English riding and next wants to learn to jump!

At Lost Creek Ranch, you can take horseback riding lessons from a kind, patient, knowledgeable and experienced horse woman - and you will love them. But if there is more in your heart's desire - or in the heart of someone you love - you can also make those dreams come true!
Julie, mom of lesson student and camper
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I just wanted to take a minute to say again how much Lost Creek Ranch has meant to Mataya! She literally talks of little else! She is so excited to come back to Camp Confidence. She is participating in Young Author Night at her school this week. She didn't have to think about what to write about. Of course her book is about Lost Creek Ranch! Thank you so much for the work you and your staff do!

Bobbie, mom of camper
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My girls and I want to thank you again for a lovely weekend! It was truly perfect. You have a wonderful ranch and we felt so at home. The grooming, tacking up and riding brought me back to my childhood and reminded me how much I enjoy horses but this time there was the added joy of seeing my daughters love the horses. We look forward to returning for another weekend soon!

Jennifer, Brynn and Quinn, weekend retreat

The beautiful scenery and quiet of nature are just a few of qualities that bring us to Lost Creek Ranch for the past three years and many more to come. With no experience to begin with, my 10 year old son and I have learned how to care for and ride these wonderful, loving horses that thrive under Lynette’s care. My son has attended two summer camps with kids in his age group and then a first for us last year was a family retreat. Three families– 5 days in the bunkhouse – we had a blast!!! We have also gained more self confidence, learned to be more assertive, and overcome fears. Lynette is a wonderful teacher – kind, fun and patient. The love she has for her horses combined with her never ending knowledge makes all time spent at the ranch a rewarding experience.
Kim, adult rider, mom of a camper
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I have been partnering with Lynette and Lost Creek Ranch since the beginning of 2011 as a community service site for delinquent youth in our community. The Lost Creek Ranch is an extremely valuable resource youth in our community use to complete their community service hours. I have found it to be difficult to locate worksites for youth to complete their hours due to their delinquency. Lynette has been gracious enough to look beyond that and allow youth to come and work off their hours at the ranch. Lynette has a calm nature about her that the youth gravitate towards. Despite the hard work that goes into the upkeep of the ranch, many youth have commented that they enjoy coming to the Lost Creek Ranch because of the fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Lynette has been fantastic to work with and Lost Creek Ranch is one of my favorite worksites for youth to complete community service hours.

Thanks again!!!!
Amanda, Pierce County Department Human Services
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Call it a midlife crisis but one day I decided to learn how to ride horses at age 36. When I was afraid of the school horse who was almost as old as me I thought of running out the barn door and back to my city life but instead I signed up for another lesson then another then twice a week... Lynette's style of teaching is part loving encouragement and part drill sargent and she instinctively knows which is needed. What I have learned at Lost Creek Ranch is more than good horsemanship: I have learned to be patient with myself . I have learned that being loved by a horse is well worth the hour long drive. I have learned to get dirty and not care (very much). I have learned that there is nothing more freeing than cantering in an open field on a sunny day and most important I have learned that every horse no matter how old, frightened or sad can be transformed when they come to Lost Creek Ranch and become part of Lynette's herd.
Ruth, adult rider, proudly owned by her beautiful mare Millie

Do you have a testimonial about Lost Creek Ranch, Camp Confidence and/or Lynette Weldon that you would like to share with others? We would love to hear from you! Email us, and we will post it here on our website.

Proprietor: Lynette Weldon
N5011 490th Street
Ellsworth, WI 54011
715-273-6070

lostcreek@wildblue.net
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Located only 40 miles from St. Paul, MN!
	I found Lost Creek Ranch a little over a year ago and was inspired after my first meeting with Lynette. Lynette’s holistic approach to teaching and her incredible knowledge of horsemanship, horse communication and the therapeutic benefits of the human-horse relationship create an invaluable experience for students young and old. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my profession is extremely rewarding but challenging. As a result, it is imperative as a responsible practitioner to apply various self-care techniques to avoid burn-out in this field. Lost Creek Ranch was and is the one answers for me. Lost Creek Ranch provides more than just horseback-riding lessons or trail rides, the ranch gives each rider the confidence, skills, knowledge and the irreplaceable bond with some amazing horses that were given a second chance. Encompassed in Lost Creek Ranch’s mission is the goal to provide at-risk youth the healing benefits and coping skills that therapeutic riding can provide. I hope you will consider donating to Lost Creek Ranch. Your money will ensure that the horses, the ranch and the clients will be able to partake in these incredible services throughout the year. Your donation will support the health and well-being of the horses and the day-to-day operations of the ranch. Thank you for you time and consideration. Christy. MSW LICSW School Social Worker ______________________________________________________________________________ I started mid summer to take riding lessons as a break from work and parenting but the ranch has become more like a rejuvenating retreat. Lynette, as an instructor encouraged me starting at the first lesson and pushes and explains just the right amount so I'm striving to do better but feeling confident in my current riding level. Lynette is willing to repeatedly answer questions about horse care, ground manners and "how do I do that again" questions. Her patience and love as a horse rescuer is unmatched and she willingly shares her knowledge and lets us help in the care of the newly rescued even when it is more work for her. My son, who has some special needs, also started taking lessons and I have seen his confidence rise and his eagerness to get to the arena for his lessons. He feels included in the group, is making friends and learning life lessons. Lynette is a patient teacher and will show how something is done over and over until he masters it but then will also hold him accountable to do it well once he has mastered something. The ranch, Lynette, the herd, and the other adult students are really a caring and fun place to be. Thanks Lynette. Cari, adult beginner, mom of lesson student _______________________________________________________________________________ Lynette and Lost Creek Ranch is making my girlhood dreams come true. I always wanted a horse and now as an adult I am living that dream. What makes this place so special is not just all the wonderful rescued horses but the people as well. I am in a wheelchair and have desperately been trying to find the right match for me because so many places aren't willing to take the risk because they can't see your potential. From day one, Lynette has provided an encouraging and positive environment. Where on my first day she said she'll let me do whatever I feel I am capable of doing and then when I know you can do even more I will encourage you to do so. So thanks Lynette, for helping me to live my dreams! Jennifer, adult beginner & leaser of the Gentle Giant, C.J. ______________________________________________________________________________ ...one day I was reading the newspaper and saw an ad for a Horse Lover's Camp for Kids - called Camp Confidence - at a place called Lost Creek Ranch... it talked about how horse lovers could realize their dreams and have a 'horse of their own' for a week at camp. It talked about building self esteem and confidence and was geared toward children 7 - 14. They offered lessons and leasing and trail rides, etc. so I gave them a call. What I got on the other end of the line was a woman who took the time to talk to me about my daughter, who listened and understood her passion for horses from the beginning. We decided to visit and do a "trial" lesson to see if it would be a good fit for us. With my previous experience looming, I listened closely to every word spoken. I watched the level of interest given to my little one. We have been to Lost Creek Ranch virtually every Saturday since that day - and that was more than two years ago! What Lynette offers is so much more than horseback riding lessons. She has given our family the ability to make Chloe's childhood dreams come true without us having to make a huge investment or a lifestyle change to support her dreams. After about 6 months of lessons, Lynette offered to take Chloe to a horse show. She now has been to 4. Chloe has been to Horse Lover's Camp - her first time away from home! We participated in a Mother/Daughter Day. We had her birthday at the barn spending the night in the bunk house used for camp. She is currently attending a horsemanship clinic where she is learning all about horses - how to care for them, groom them, the anatomy of horses, the difference in colors and breeds, how to lunge them, tack them up and turn them out. She's learning both Western and English riding and next wants to learn to jump! At Lost Creek Ranch, you can take horseback riding lessons from a kind, patient, knowledgeable and experienced horse woman - and you will love them. But if there is more in your heart's desire - or in the heart of someone you love - you can also make those dreams come true! Julie, mom of lesson student and camper _______________________________________________________________________________ I just wanted to take a minute to say again how much Lost Creek Ranch has meant to Mataya! She literally talks of little else! She is so excited to come back to Camp Confidence. She is participating in Young Author Night at her school this week. She didn't have to think about what to write about. Of course her book is about Lost Creek Ranch! Thank you so much for the work you and your staff do! Bobbie, mom of camper ______________________________________________________________________________ My girls and I want to thank you again for a lovely weekend! It was truly perfect. You have a wonderful ranch and we felt so at home. The grooming, tacking up and riding brought me back to my childhood and reminded me how much I enjoy horses but this time there was the added joy of seeing my daughters love the horses. We look forward to returning for another weekend soon! Jennifer, Brynn and Quinn, weekend retreat The beautiful scenery and quiet of nature are just a few of qualities that bring us to Lost Creek Ranch for the past three years and many more to come. With no experience to begin with, my 10 year old son and I have learned how to care for and ride these wonderful, loving horses that thrive under Lynette’s care. My son has attended two summer camps with kids in his age group and then a first for us last year was a family retreat. Three families– 5 days in the bunkhouse – we had a blast!!! We have also gained more self confidence, learned to be more assertive, and overcome fears. Lynette is a wonderful teacher – kind, fun and patient. The love she has for her horses combined with her never ending knowledge makes all time spent at the ranch a rewarding experience. Kim, adult rider, mom of a camper ______________________________________________________________________________ I have been partnering with Lynette and Lost Creek Ranch since the beginning of 2011 as a community service site for delinquent youth in our community. The Lost Creek Ranch is an extremely valuable resource youth in our community use to complete their community service hours. I have found it to be difficult to locate worksites for youth to complete their hours due to their delinquency. Lynette has been gracious enough to look beyond that and allow youth to come and work off their hours at the ranch. Lynette has a calm nature about her that the youth gravitate towards. Despite the hard work that goes into the upkeep of the ranch, many youth have commented that they enjoy coming to the Lost Creek Ranch because of the fun and relaxed atmosphere. Lynette has been fantastic to work with and Lost Creek Ranch is one of my favorite worksites for youth to complete community service hours. Thanks again!!!! Amanda, Pierce County Department Human Services _______________________________________________________________________________ Call it a midlife crisis but one day I decided to learn how to ride horses at age 36. When I was afraid of the school horse who was almost as old as me I thought of running out the barn door and back to my city life but instead I signed up for another lesson then another then twice a week... Lynette's style of teaching is part loving encouragement and part drill sargent and she instinctively knows which is needed. What I have learned at Lost Creek Ranch is more than good horsemanship: I have learned to be patient with myself . I have learned that being loved by a horse is well worth the hour long drive. I have learned to get dirty and not care (very much). I have learned that there is nothing more freeing than cantering in an open field on a sunny day and most important I have learned that every horse no matter how old, frightened or sad can be transformed when they come to Lost Creek Ranch and become part of Lynette's herd. Ruth, adult rider, proudly owned by her beautiful mare Millie Do you have a testimonial about Lost Creek Ranch, Camp Confidence and/or Lynette Weldon that you would like to share with others? We would love to hear from you! Email us, and we will post it here on our website.
	Proprietor: Lynette Weldon N5011 490th Street Ellsworth, WI 54011 715-273-6070	lostcreek@wildblue.net Please get in touch to offer comments and join our mailing list.