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Shelby Ranch

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Welcome to Shelby Ranch: No experience needed trail riding adventures, sleigh or wagon rides & petting zoo. Family friendly

Shelby Ranch is located at 753 Durham Road in Scotsburn, Nova Scotia. We are a Western riding facility that offers a variety of services for beginner to intermediate riders from ages 2 to senior. Ride one of our safe, patient horses in our indoor arena or explore beautiful forest trails. Send us a message to book a private or small-group riding lesson or trail ride, available 7 days a week. Ask us about our lesson packages, therapeutic riding program, wagon and sleigh rides, riding membership, and birthday parties.

04/12/2026

There’s still a little snow tucked away in the woods ❄️… but the days are getting warmer! Saddle up and enjoy spring from between the ears of a horse 🐎

04/10/2026

Spring clean-up mode: ON ☀️
Nothing better than sunshine, fresh air, and getting things cleaned up from winter. Pens scraped, lights down, and ready for a new season 🤠

04/09/2026

If your child has been dreaming about horses… this is their moment 🐴

Calling All Young Riders (Ages 7–10)! 🐎

Our Ranch Rider Foundations Program kicks off this Saturday at 12PM and we’ve got just a couple spots left!

This 5-week program is the perfect introduction to horses and riding, helping kids build confidence, learn horsemanship skills, and have an unforgettable time at Shelby Ranch.

https://www.shelbyranch.ca/western-riding-lessons

04/09/2026

Nothing beats this view on a sunny day… agree? ☀️🐴

04/09/2026

If you could have a place to go anytime… where the kids can run, play, and burn off energy while you actually get to relax… what would that look like? 💛

Picture this:
🐐 The kids heading straight to visit their favourite animals in the petting farm
🛝 Playing freely in the playground while you sit back with a coffee, read a book, or even get a bit of work done
🌿 Taking peaceful walks along the trails around the ranch
☀️ Fresh air, space to breathe, and something to do without the pressure of planning a whole outing every time

That’s exactly what our VIP Play Pass at Shelby Ranch is all about.

It’s your go-to place, as often as you’d like. No packing up for big outings, no scrambling for weekend plans, just easy, everyday fun.

$100+HST for the YEAR for up to 5 people per visit

AND for a little extra bonus…
The first 25 passes sold will also get a voucher for a FREE bouquet from our Fields of Blooms this summer 🌸

https://www.shelbyranch.ca/play-at-shelby-ranch

04/09/2026

We’re giving ONE family a VIP Play Pass for 2026 🦙

And here’s why everyone is talking about it…

This isn’t just a one-time visit this is your go-to place all year long:

🐷 Come as often as you’d like
🐮 Bring up to 5 people EVERY visit
🫏 Let the kids run, play, and visit their favourite animals
🛝 Enjoy the playground while you sit back, relax, read a book, or even get some work done
🌾 Take peaceful walks around the ranch trails
🌻No pressure, no big planning, just an easy, relaxing place to go anytime

Normally just $100 + HST for the entire year… and families tell us it becomes part of their weekly routine.

Now here’s the fun part 👇

🐐 Comment your favourite petting pen friend below
🐰 Share & Tag your friends so they don’t miss out
💕 And imagine having a place like this whenever you need it

We’ll be watching the comments… 👀
One lucky family will be enjoying the ranch all year long as a gift from Shelby Ranch🤍🐴

Want more information to purchase your own VIP pass? https://www.shelbyranch.ca/play-at-shelby-ranch

04/08/2026

Our Little Ranchers program kicks off THIS SUNDAY and spots are almost gone! 🐴💛

If you’ve been thinking about signing your little one up this is your sign to do it NOW before we sell out!

This program is perfect for ages 2–4 and is packed with:
Pony rides
Petting farm fun
Playground time
Wagon rides
Hands-on ranch experiences

It’s the cutest, most memorable way for your little rancher to spend their Sundays 🐐🌼

https://www.shelbyranch.ca/service-page/little-ranchers-baby-animals?utm_medium=page_links&fbclid=IwY2xjawRDr89leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsRU55TzQzUFB5cVExcDg4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmkNTQpnUXeEk1T_3GcbHx0Od1g5FTHsA5NKd0QWP9-UEPm_ccAmbuBTZZHw_aem_Ngt3CYgi8eRSRDBYbwrEGA

04/05/2026

Have you met Blondie the Highland Cow yet?! 🐮

She’s fluffy, curious, and definitely knows she’s the star of the ranch 😂

Blondie LOVES visitors (especially the ones who stop to say hi and snap a photo 📸) and she’s waiting for you in our petting pens!

Come spend some time with her + all the other animals, let the kids play, and just enjoy a day at the ranch 🐐🐴

👉 Open 7 days a week, come visit Blondie!
👉 Book online or message us for details

📸 Wildly Creative Photography

04/05/2026

🐰🍽️ What do we do after Easter dinner…?

We SNOOZE 😴🐷

Just like Daisy Pig 🌼… full belly, cozy spot, absolutely OUT 💀😂

Go ahead…..tag someone who will be snoozing just like Daisy pig after supper 👇

04/05/2026

🐰🥚 LAST MINUTE OPENINGS TOMORROW!

Easter Egg Hunt Trail Rides tomorrow at: (45 minute ride)
🕛 12:00 PM
🕐 1:00 PM

This is NOT just for the kids… 👀
This is for the adults too!!

🐴 Ride the trails
🥚 Spot hidden eggs along the way
✨ Keep your eyes peeled for the GOLDEN EGG
📸 Easter photo included

It’s fun, interactive, and honestly… just as exciting for grown-ups as it is for the kids 😍

🚨 Limited spots – once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Book now before these last openings fill up!

$60 plus+hst per rider.

https://www.shelbyranch.ca/booking-calendar/easter-egg-hunt-trail-ride?timezone=America/Halifax&referral=next_available_widget

04/05/2026

When Nel can SEE the Stud Muffins…
SMELL the Stud Muffins…
but can’t GET the Stud Muffins 😭🐴

cue pawing dramatically
Like excuse me… why are we not opening this basket RIGHT NOW?!

👀👃 “I know those are for me…”
stomp stomp paw paw
“Don’t act like I didn’t earn them…”

The attitude. The determination. The absolute LOVE for treats 😂

Happy Easter from Nel (who thinks every basket is hers) 🐰🌷💛

04/05/2026

Did the Easter Bunny find you this morning? 🐰🥚

We heard he made a special stop at Shelby Ranch… with a little help from Nel, of course!

And guess what… the ponies woke up to a full basket of their favourite treats! Stud Muffins!! 🧺🍪

Happy Easter from all of us (and all the critters!) at Shelby Ranch 🐣🌷 Stud Muffinsstudmuffintreats

Address

753 Durham Road, Scotsburn
Pictou, NS
B0K1R0

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 9pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 9pm
Saturday	9am - 9pm
Sunday	9am - 9pm

Telephone

+19029577433

Website

http://www.shelbyranch.ca/

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