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Guest Information
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Winter Guide November 30, 2020 – March 19, 2021
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Table of Contents
Daily Recreation Schedule
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Friday ················································ 14
Saturday ··········································· 16
Children/Family Activities ················· 18
Family Evening Entertainment ········ 21
Fitness Center ········································· 23
Spa ····························································· 25
Biking and Cycling ································ 28
Lake ····························································31
Fishing ······················································ 33
Golf—Ranch Course ······························ 35
Golf—River Course ································ 39
Tennis ························································42
Pool ····························································44
Barn ···························································46
Barnyard ·················································· 52
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Daily Recreation Schedule
Sunday7:30am – Novice Trail Ride to the Adobe
7:45am – Intermediate Trail Ride to the Adobe
8:00am – Advanced Trail Ride to the Adobe
8:30am—8:00pm Arts and Crafts
8:45am – Hay Wagon to the Adobe
9:00—11:30am – Golf Clinic
10:00am – Lead Around Horseback Ride
10:30am – Scavenger Hunt
12:30—1:30pm Private Barnyard Crafts
1:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
1:00—3:00pm – Novice Group Trail Ride
1:30—3:30pm – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Advanced Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Guided Trail E-bike Tour (Intermediate/Advanced riders only)
3:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
3:00—4:00pm – Tennis Ball Machine
7:00—8:00pm Star Gazing
Note: All activities are subject to change.
Please check the “Ranch Daily” for updates.
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Daily Recreation Schedule
Monday8:30am—8:00pm – Arts and Crafts
8:30—10:30am – Advanced Group Trail Ride
8:30—10:30am – Guided Road E-Bike Tour
8:45—10:45am – Private Trail Rides
9:00—11:00am – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
9:30—11:30am – Novice Group Trail Ride
10:00am – Lead Around Horseback Ride
10:30am – Scavenger Hunt
11:45am—12:45pm – Rider Skills for Barrel Racing
12:30pm—1:30pm – Private Barnyard Crafts
1:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
1:00—3:00pm – Novice Group Trail Ride
1:30—3:30pm – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Advanced Group Trail Ride
3:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
3:00—4:00pm – Adult Tennis Lesson
7:00—8:00pm- Star Gazing
Note: All activities are subject to change.
Please check the “Ranch Daily” for updates.
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Daily Recreation Schedule
Tuesday8:30am—8:00pm – Arts and Crafts
8:30—10:30am – Advanced Group Trail Ride
8:30 – 10:30am – Guided Road E-Bike Tour
8:45—10:45am – Private Trail Rides
9:00—11:00am – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
9:00—10:30am – Golf Clinic
9:30—11:30am – Novice Group Trail Ride
10:00am – Lead Around Horseback Ride
10:30am – Scavenger Hunt
12:30pm—1:30pm – Private Barnyard Crafts
1:00 pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
1:00—3:00pm – Novice Group Trail Ride
1:30—3:30pm – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Advanced Group Trail Ride
3:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
3:00—3:30pm – Junior Tennis Lessons
3:30—4:30pm – Adult Pickleball Clinic
3:30—4:00pm – Teen Tennis Lessons
7:00- 8:00pm – Star Gazing
Note: All activities are subject to change.
Please check the “Ranch Daily” for updates.
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Daily Recreation Schedule
Wednesday7:30am – Novice Trail Ride to the Adobe
7:45am – Intermediate Trail Ride to the Adobe
8:00am – Advanced Trail Ride to the Adobe
8:30am—8pm – Arts and Crafts
8:45am – Hay Wagon to the Adobe
10:00am – Lead Around Horseback Ride
10:30am – Scavenger Hunt
12:30pm—1:30pm – Private Barnyard Crafts
1:00 pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
1:00—3:00pm – Novice Group Trail Ride
1:30—3:30pm – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Advanced Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Guided Trail E-bike Tour (Intermediate/Advanced riders only)
3:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
3:00—4:00pm – Tennis Ball Machine
7:00—8:00pm – Star Gazing
Note: All activities are subject to change.
Please check the “Ranch Daily” for updates.
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Daily Recreation Schedule
Thursday8:30am—8:00pm – Arts and Crafts
8:30—10:30am – Advanced Group Trail Ride
8:30—10:30am – Guided Road E-Bike Tour
9:00—11:00am – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
9:30—11:30am – Novice Group Trail Ride
10:00am – Lead Around Horseback Ride
10:30am – Scavenger Hunt
12:30—1:30pm Private Barnyard Crafts
1:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
1:00—3:00pm – Novice Group Trail Ride
1:30—3:30pm – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Advanced Group Trail Ride
3:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
3:00—4:00pm – Adult Tennis Class
3:30—4:30pm – Pickleball Clinic
7:00—8:00pm – Star Gazing
Note: All activities are subject to change.
Please check the “Ranch Daily” for updates.
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Daily Recreation Schedule
Friday8:30am—8:00pm – Arts and Crafts
8:30—10:30am – Advanced Group Trail Ride
8:30—11:30am – Guided Road E-Bike Tour
8:45—10:45am – Private Trail Rides
9:00—11:00am – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
9:30—11:30am – Novice Group Trail Ride
10:00am – Lead Around Horseback Ride
10:30am – Scavenger Hunt
11:00—11:30am – Pee Wee Tennis Lesson
12:30pm—1:30pm Private Barnyard Crafts
1:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
1:00—2:30pm – Lil Wrangler Club
1:00—3:00pm – Novice Group Trail Ride
1:30—3:30pm – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Advanced Group Trail Ride
3:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
3:15—4:45pm – Lil Wrangler Club
8:00pm – Family Bingo
7:00—9:00pm – Star Gazing
Note: All activities are subject to change.
Please check the “Ranch Daily” for updates.
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Daily Recreation Schedule
Saturday7:30am – Novice Trail Ride to the Adobe
7:45am – Intermediate Trail Ride to the Adobe
8:00am – Advanced Trail Ride to the Adobe
8:30am—9pm – Arts and Crafts
8:30—10:00am – Lil Wrangler Club
8:45am – Hay Wagon to the Adobe
10:00am – Lead Around Horseback Ride
10:30am – Scavenger Hunt
10:45—12:15pm – Lil Wrangler Club
12:30—1:30pm – Private Barnyard Crafts
1:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
1:00—2:30pm – Lil Wrangler Club
1:00—3:00pm – Novice Group Trail Ride
1:30—3:30pm – Intermediate Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Advanced Group Trail Ride
2:00—4:00pm – Guided Trail E-bike Tour (Intermediate/Advanced riders only)
3:00pm – Lead Around Horseback Ride
3:15—4:45pm – Lil Wrangler Club
3:30—4:30pm – Pickleball Clinic
8:00pm – Karaoke Family Fun or Country Line Dance Instruction
7:00—9:00pm – Star Gazing
Note: All activities are subject to change.
Please check the “Ranch Daily” for updates.
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Children/Family ActivitiesLaurel Room: Sunday thru Thursday: 9:30am—2:00pm
Friday and Saturday: 9:30am—4:30pm
Arts and Crafts Sessions Join our Activity Leaders for some fun! Schedule a ½ hour time slot for crafting, coloring, painting and more.
Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions are available for 1 family or 4 kids maximum.
Masks required. Reservations are required by calling the Laurel room at ext. 7649 or (805) 686-7649.
Arts and Crafts To-Go We offer a variety of ready-made craft kits. They are mess free and will keep kids of all ages entertained.
Something different daily and to appeal to everyone. Simple, easy and fun. Craft kits are available for pick
up throughout the day from the Laurel Room. See hours listed above.
Recreational Equipment A variety of outdoor recreational equipment is available on a check-out basis at the Laurel Room.
See hours listed above.
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Children/Family ActivitiesLil Wranglers Club The Lil Wranglers club is a great way for kids to spend time doing a variety of enjoyable and educational
activities. Crafts, nature walks, scavenger hunts and more! We offer a safe and fun environment for your
child. We ask that an adult accompany the child to the Laurel Room at check-in time and pick up of child.
Reservations are required. Family unit sign-ups only. Ages 4-10. Maximum per session is 5.
Cost: $30 per child. Reservations are made with Ranch Concierge at ext. 7700 or call (805) 686-7700.
Advanced reservations are required.
Cancellation Policy If cancelled 2 hours in advance: No charge Less than 2 hours in advance: 100% of activity fee No-shows: 100% activity fee
Family Evening Entertainment
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Karaoke Family Fun Come out for an evening of music, singing, dancing, and more family fun! Children under the age of 12
must be accompanied by an adult. All ages are welcome. Weather Permitting.
Family Bingo Join us this evening for bingo and try your luck! All money from card sales is returned to our winners
along with some special Alisal prizes. Cards are $1 each. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied
by an adult. All ages are welcome. Weather Permitting
Country Line Dancing Instruction This is your chance to learn a few of those famous country dance steps and/or play an exciting game of
musical chairs. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All ages are welcome.
Weather Permitting.
Star Gazing Dark skies and bright stars. Stop by and enjoy observing celestial objects and moon phases in the night sky.
Open to all ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Mask required. Telescope will be
located on the lawn outside of the Laurel Room. Weather Permitting.
All activities are subject to change. Please refer to the “Ranch Daily” for updated times and locations. You may also call the Laurel Room at ext. 7649 or (805) 686-7649 for more information.
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Fitness CenterHours: Tuesday thru Sunday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. Closed Mondays.
Please note: Fitness Center guests must be 16 years or older.
Children 14-16 years may enjoy the facility if accompanied by a parent or adult.
Following COVID protocol, the Fitness Center is now open to our guests in 45-minute sessions featuring
a selection of cardio machines, circuit training equipment and free weights. Spacing is limited and
Reservations are required. Drop-ins will be accommodated on a space-available basis.
Guests may check out portable equipment including free weights, yoga mats, exercise balls, and more, to
use in your room. We ask that all equipment be returned by 4:30 p.m. the same day.
Indoor and Outdoor Yoga Classes: A limited number of Classes are offered throughout the week.
Please refer to the “Ranch Daily” for detailed descriptions of the classes or contact the Spa and Fitness
Center desk at ext. 7728 or call 805.686.7728. Advance reservation required.
Drop-ins will be accommodated on a space-available basis.
Private classes may be arranged, subject to the availability of the instructor; 72 hours in advance.
Reservations: contact Ranch Concierge at ext. 7700 or call (805) 686-7700.
Fee-based Class Cancellation Policy If cancelled 2 hours in advance: No charge
Less than 2 hours in advance: 100% of activity fee
No-shows: 100% activity fee
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Spa
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Hours: Tuesday thru Sunday, 9:00am to 4:00pm. Closed Mondays.
Indoor Spa treatments range from soothing Swedish and Deep muscle massages and gentle cleansing
facials. Our team of professional massage therapists and aestheticisms customize treatments for your
individual needs and preferences. COVID protocols are followed and patrons must wear a mask for the
duration of their treatment, excluding facials.
We also continue to offer a select number of treatments in our new outdoor location for those who want
to enjoy the fresh air – weather permitting. Wearing a bathing suit during outdoor treatment is optional.
Patrons must also wear a mask for the duration of their treatments.
Outdoor Treatment Options: Signature Alisal Massage 60-mintues and 90-minutes Deep Tissue Massage 60-mintues and 90-minutes Hoofs and Paws 30-mintues and 60-minutes
Spa Reservations are required. Please arrive 10 minutes before your appointment to pre-register;
appointments cannot be extended due to late arrival. Gratuity is not included in the price of treatments.
Contact Ranch Concierge at ext. 7700 or (805) 686-7700 to reserve your treatment time.
For more information and a full description of our services and updated cost, contact the
Spa desk at ext. 7721 or (805) 686-7721.
Cancellation Policy If cancelled 24 hours in advance: No charge Less than 24 hours in advance: 50% of treatment fee No-shows: 100% of treatment fee
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Biking and Cycling
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A limited number of complementary bikes in various sizes are available for guests who would like to take a
leisurely ride up the road to explore Solvang on a first-come, first-serve basis. Stop in at the Front Desk or
Ranch Concierge to make the arrangements. Helmets are included.
Guided BikingFor those looking for a little more adventure or challenge, choose from one of our guided road cycling,
mountain bike or hybrid tours. Whether you are with a group or riding solo, your guide can take you
through a challenging or scenic route. For all guided tours, meet at the Front Office 15 minutes before the
scheduled time ready to ride.
Advanced reservations are required for all guided tours. For more information of bike or
cycling tour route descriptions and tour cost, Contact: Ranch Concierge for at ext. 7700 or (805) 686-7700.
Ability Levels: Novice: Does not ride much or has not ridden in several years
Intermediate: Rides semi-regularly and has reasonably good cycling fitness
Advanced: Rides regularly and has good cycling fitness
Cancellation Policy for all guided tours: If cancelled 24 hours in advance: No charge
Less than 24 hours in advance: 100% of activity scheduled
No-shows: 100% activity scheduled
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Guided Mountain Bike Tour Bikes and helmets are provided, or you may bring your own. Route is based on individual or overall group
skill level. Space is limited. Ages: 13 and up.
Guided Road Cycling Tour Guided tour led by professional bike tour guides. Choose from one of our road bikes or hybrids, or you
may bring your own; helmets are provided. Route is based on individual or overall group skill level.
Space is limited to six. Ages: 16 and up.
Guided Road Electric-Assist Bike Day Tour This ride is perfect for all riding levels. Guided tour includes professional tour guide, hybrid e-bike, helmet
and souvenir water bottle. Easy: 8-10 miles, options for additional mileage. Duration 1.5 to 2 hours.
Space is limited. Ages: 13 and up.
Guided Trail Dual Suspension Electric-Bike Tour Intermediate/Advanced riders only. Guided tour led by professional bike tour guide and includes bike,
helmet and water bottle. Duration up to 2 to 2.5 hours. Space is limited. Ages: 16 and up.
Guided tour routes and costs subject to change. Confirm with Ranch Concierge at ext. 7700 or (805) 686-7700
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Alisal Lake is accessible only by the Lake Shuttle which departs from the parking area near the
Chuckwagon Grill. The lake staff is on hand to assist you with fishing and boating needs and to ensure
your safety at all times.
Lake Hours Sunday thru Thursday, 8:00am to 3:00pm
Friday and Saturday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Note: Lake Hours are subject to change. Refer to the “Ranch Daily” for most current times.
Lake Shuttle Schedule: Contact: Ranch Concierge at ext. 7700 or (805)686-7700 or refer to the “Ranch Daily” for scheduled times.
Please note: Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Misuse or abuse of Alisal equipment could result in a charge.
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Boat RentalsAll boats are on a first-come-first-serve basis. No outside boats or boards are allowed.
Motorized Fishing Watercraft
Bass Boat Pro 175 (maximum 4-5 people) Up to 4 hours $200; 4 to 8 hours $300
Aluminum Boat Up to 4 hours $60; 4 to 8 hours $80
Complimentary Non-Motorized Recreational Watercraft
Stand-Up Paddle Board Pedal Boat Canoe Kayak
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Alisal Lake is a great place to try your hand at fishing for largemouth bass and bluegill, with a wide variety of fishing gear and traditional tackle available for rent. Alisal Lake is catch-and-release only; a California fishing license is not required. Fishing is allowed from electric motor boats or from the dock. All other boats are for recreation only.
Equipment Rental (fees subject to change)
Fishing rod: $25 per day Fly rod and one fly: $30 per day Live bait: One box complimentary with rod rental; $5 for each additional box. Guests are welcome to bring their own rod; a $15 charge will apply.
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Golf
Ranch CourseHours: Daily, 7:30am to 5:00pm
Contact: Ranch Golf Course Pro Shop: ext. 4215 or (805) 688-4215
Tee Times: Guests may reserve tee times up to one year in advance.
Cancellation Policy: To cancel a tee time or change the number of players, please contact the ProShop 24 hours in advance of start time, ext. 4215 or (805) 688-4215.
Dress Code: Appropriate golf attire required; shirts must have collars, and blue jeans are not permitted.
Greens Fee (includes electric carts and range balls) 18 holes: $140 adults; $50 juniors (17 and younger) 9 holes: $70 adults; $25 juniors Twilight (after 2pm, summer only): $95 adults; $25 juniors
Rental Clubs: Top-of-the-line clubs (adult only) are available: 18 holes: $50 9 holes: $25
Driving Range: Daily, 7:30am to dusk
Putting Green: Daily, 7:30am to dusk; appropriate golf attire required.
Pro Shop: Our full-service pro shop offers top quality men’s and women’s golf equipment and apparel.
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Golf
Ranch Course (continued)Golf Lessons and Clinic Reservations: Lesson/Clinic reservations are made with the Ranch Pro Shop at ext. 4215 or (805) 688-4215.
Advance reservations required. 24 hour Cancellation Policy applies.
Lessons: PGA professionals offer expert private and group instruction for golfers of all ages and abilities.
All instructional sessions include practice balls; loaner clubs are also available.
Clinics: PGA professionals offer expert instruction, allowing a student to learn as much as possible in
every aspect of the game. Each clinic can address the needs of each student.
Full Swing, Pitching, chipping, sand, and putting. Meet at the River Course lesson area. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Experience level: All levels Maximum 6 participants. Ages 7 and up.
Cost: 1 person $80 for 60 min.; 2-3 people $35 each for 60 min.; 4-6 people $35 each for 90 min.
Golf Club Storage: Guests’ golf clubs can be cleaned and stored daily, free of charge.
Dining and Cocktails
Ranch Grill: Friday thru Wednesday, 9:00am to 2:00pm. Closed Thursdays
Ranch Lounge: Friday thru Wednesday, 9:00am to 2:00pm. Closed Thursdays
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River CourseHours: Daily, 7:00am to 5:00pm
Contact: River Golf Course Pro Shop: ext. 6042 or (805) 688-6042
Tee Times: Guests may reserve tee times up to one year in advance.
Cancellation Policy: To cancel a tee time or change the number of players, please contact the Pro Shop 24 hours in advance of start time, ext. 6042 or (805) 688-6042.
Dress Code: Appropriate golf attire required; shirts must have collars.
Greens Fee Please contact the Pro Shop for pricing.
Electric Carts 18 holes: $16 per person; single rider: $22 9 holes: $8 per person; single rider: $13
Rental Clubs: Top-of-the-line clubs (adult only) are available: 18 holes: $40 - $60 9 holes: $20
Driving Range: Daily, 7:00am to Dusk
Putting Green: Daily, 7:00am to Dusk
Pro Shop: Our full-service pro shop offers top quality men’s and women’s golf equipment and apparel.
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River Course (continued)Lessons: PGA professionals offer expert private and group instruction for golfers of all ages and abilities.
All instructional sessions include practice balls; loaner clubs are available. Reservations required, ext. 6042
or (805) 688-6042.
Dining and Cocktails
River Grill: Wednesday thru Sunday, 8:00am to 3:00pm. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
After Hours Thursday and Friday, 4:00pm to 7:30pm
River Lounge: Wednesday thru Sunday, 8:00am to 3:00pm. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
After Hours Thursday and Friday, 4:00pm to 7:30pm
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Tennis
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Nestled among sycamore trees and a meandering creek, our six regulation-size tennis courts provide
players of all skill levels a beautiful setting in which to serve and volley.
Please note: Children younger than 10 years must be accompanied by a parent or adult.
Court Hours: Daily, 8:30am to 5:00pm
Contact: Pro Shop: ext. 7647 or (805) 686-7647
Pro Shop Hours: Daily, 9:00am to 1:00pm & 1:30 to 5:00pm
Court Reservations: We operate on a first-come, first-served basis, although reservations are accepted;
contact the Pro Shop to reserve a court. We ask that guests arrive 10 minutes prior to reserved court time.
Reservations will be held for 10 minutes past the scheduled time, after which the court will be released for
open play.
Dress Code: Proper tennis attire is required. No black-soled shoes are permitted.
Court Cancellation Policy If cancelled 2 hours in advance: No charge
Less than 2 hours in advance: 100% of court fee
No-shows: 100% of court fee
Fees (subject to change)
Court: Included with room reservation
Ball Machine: Complementary
Pro Shop: Our full-service Pro Shop features top quality tennis and pickleball equipment and apparel.
Lesson/Clinic Cancellation Policy If cancelled 24 hours in advance: No charge
Less than 24 hours in advance: 100% of Lesson/Clinic fee
No-shows: 100% of Lesson/Clinic fee
Racquet rental: Adults: $10 per day Children: $5 per day
Pickleball: Racquet and ball rental $5 per day
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Tennis/Pickleball Lessons and Clinic Reservations: Reservations are made at the Tennis Pro Shop at
ext. 7647 or (805) 686-7647. Advance reservations required. 24 hour Cancellation Policy applies.
Private Lessons: Individual and group lessons available.
Tennis/Pickleball Pro: Provides individual or group lessons or matches players with other guests for practice
or competition. Tournaments can also be arranged.
Group Tennis Lessons/Clinics: Minimum 2/maximum 4 participants per class
Level Times Days Fee
Tennis Lesson: Pee Wee (6-9 yrs.) 11:00—11:30am T/F $15/person Tennis Lesson: Junior (10-12 yrs.) 2:00-2:30pm T $15/person Tennis Lesson: Teen (13-17 yrs.) 2:30-3:00pm T $20/person Tennis Ball Machine 3:00—4:00pm SU/W/F Complementary Tennis Lesson: Adult 4:00—5:00pm M $25/person Tennis Lesson: Adult 2:00-3:00 TH $25/person
Lesson/Clinic DescriptionsPee Wee: This program introduces children 6-9 years old to the lifetime sport of tennis. Junior: Learn the fundamentals of the game in a fun and challenging atmosphere with other 10 to 12-year-olds. Teen: Drill and skills catering to beginning to intermediate players 13 to 17 years of age. Adult: Dedicated to improving your tennis skills, adding a new stroke and improving your strategy.
Pickleball: Try one of the fastest growing sports in the country.
Group Pickleball Lessons/Clinics: Minimum 2/maximum 8 participants per class
Pickleball Clinic 3:30—4:30pm T/TH/SA $25/person ($15 for 14 an under)
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PoolPool Reservations Reservations are made with Ranch Concierge at ext. 7700 or (805) 686-7700. Advanced reservation required.
Pool Hours: Daily, 7:00am to 9:pm
Hot Tub: Closed at this time
General Information Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult of 18 years and over at all times. Children younger than 3 years must be accompanied by an adult—in swim attire—at all times and must be within an arm’s length of the adult when in the pool.
For the safety of all, floating devices of any kind are not permitted in the pool.
For your convenience, the Alisal provides Little Swimmer’s swim pants free of charge for those who need them. Please contact a Pool Concierge for assistance.
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Barn
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Enjoy horseback riding throughout our beautiful 10,000 acre property. Ride through oak
woodlands and across scenic meadows. Explore rugged hill country and winding canyons.
Contact: ext. 7630 or (805) 686-7630.
Barn Hours Daily 7:30 to 11:30am & 12:30 to 4:30 pm
Barn Related Reservations: Reservations are made with Ranch Concierge at ext. 7700 or (805) 686-7700.
Advance reservations required.
24-hour Barn Cancellation Policy If cancelled 24 hours in advance: No charge
Less than 24 hours in advance: 100% of ride scheduled
No-shows: 100% of ride scheduled
When making reservations, please advise staff of rider’s proficiency so an appropriate mount can be
chosen. Horses are assigned based on rider’s height, weight and assessed riding ability.
A wrangler will be at dinner the night before our scheduled Breakfast Rides
to assist with riding questions and to confirm reservations.
As a courtesy to other riders and to get the most riding time, please arrive
at the Barn 15 minutes prior to the scheduled ride time.
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BarnNovice - This scenic walking ride accommodates novice riders who desire a slower ride. It is suitable to
persons who have never been on a horse or those who ride only occasionally, but do
not have experience riding at a trot or lope (canter). Ages: 7 and up.
Intermediate - This ride requires riding proficiency at a trot (should be able to post). Ages: 7 and up.
Advanced - For guests 12 years and older, according to the rider’s proficiency. This ride involves short
lopes, which may require steering around obstacles; it may also involve rough terrain, including steep hills.
Advanced riders must be at least 12 years and have a solid seat and quiet hands, able to control a spirited
horse and experienced at all paces.
Trail Safety Safety is our prime directive in guiding you and your family to an enjoyable and safe trail riding vacation.
Our weight limit is 240 pounds. (Advanced riders must weigh under 210 lbs.) If you have members of your
family that have never ridden before, you might also consider maximizing your experience here by taking a
few basic riding lessons during your stay.
Appropriate Apparel Horseback riding on mountain trails requires participants with proper attire and some minimum physical
conditioning. Please come dressed in long pants, and closed toed shoes or boots. Hiking boots are not recom-
mended. Slip-on shoes, sandals and backpacks are not allowed.
Helmets are available and recommended for all riders
Hats are allowed but must be securely fitting and not at risk of blowing off. Stampede strings recommended.
Your wrangler has final say over any items that may pose a safety risk to horse or rider.
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Rates Group Rides $100 1½–2 hours
Private Trail Rides $150 2 hours
Breakfast Rides $100 1½–2 hours
Rider Skills for Barrel Racing $80 1 hour
Group Trail Rides Enjoy horseback riding over rolling hills, through oak woodlands and across scenic meadows. Explore
rugged hill country and winding canyons.
Private Trail Ride Private rides have been designed to give you, or your group, a more individualized experience.
Space is limited.
Breakfast Horseback/Hay Wagon Rides Designed for riders at every level, the breakfast ride includes a bountiful ranch-style buffet breakfast at
the historic Adobe Campsite (accessible only by horse or hay wagon), complete with campfire and the best
buttermilk pancakes you’ll ever taste.
The horseback ride to the Adobe takes 45–60 minutes. Those of you who have pre-registered for horses
should be at the Barn at the following times (15 minutes before your scheduled ride):
Novice riders: 7:15am Intermediate riders: 7:30am Advanced riders: 7:45am
Those who choose not to ride or are not yet old enough to ride on a trail, can hop aboard the hay wagon for
an unforgettable 15 minute ride of a different sort.
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Rider Skills for Barrel Racing Come join us to have fun in the arena and learn the fundamentals of one of the most popular rodeo events.
Barrel Racing requires balance, timing and refined control of a horse. This class will teach you the basics
including: a brief history of Barrel Racing, how to independently control a horse in the arena and work
towards completing a full pattern at a trot. Although Barrel Racing is historically a women’s event, today it
is dominated by both men and women.
Experience level: Intermediate or Advanced.
Maximum 6 riders. Ages: 12 and up.
Lead-Around Horseback Rides Available daily. An Alisal Wrangler will be on hand to give your lil’ wranglers a lead around in the corral on
horseback. Ages: 6 and under.
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Barnyard
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We invite you to come by and meet all the animals and discover all of the new offerings we have put
together for you. Please refer to the “Ranch Daily” for scheduled times. We ask that children under the age
of 12 be accompanied by an adult. All ages are welcome.
Barnyard Hours Sunday thru Friday, 9:30am to 3:00pm
Saturday, 9:30am to 3:30pm
Barnyard Etiquette Please, for safety reasons, no open toed shoes or sandals are allowed. To keep our animals safe, happy, and calm no running or screaming is allowed while in the Barnyard. Please do not pick up or chase the animals. This is how we keep them safe and friendly for everyone to enjoy.
We ask that no food or drink enter the Barnyard. Water bottles are permitted.
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