Joy Ranch of SD

10/13/2026

Last night, we kicked off our first night of Groundwork Horse Lessons, and everyone seemed to enjoy their time with the horses. We loved getting started and can’t wait to welcome everyone back next week for more horse time.

🐴 Thinking about signing up? There’s still time to join us!

Our next 3-week session starts November 9th and there’s still spots available.

Whether you’re looking to learn more about horses, build your confidence around them, or simply spend some time around horses, we’d love to have you join us!

📞 Call to sign up: 605-886-4622

💻 Register online here:
https://www.joyranchofsd.org/events-1/ground-work-horse-lessons

10/12/2026

Our next Chef Night is coming up, featuring Chef Jeff Gamber and The Shriners for an incredible evening at Joy Ranch!

And this menu?

You’re going to want to save room for all of it:
Bacon Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Poppy Seed Salad
Pork Tenderloin with Peach BBQ Glaze
Roasted Baby Potato Medley
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
Mixed Berry Cheesecake

Tickets are $50/person. Call 605-886-4622 or reserve your spot @ https://www.joyranchofsd.org/.../chefs-night-with-jeff...
Come hungry, support Joy Ranch, and enjoy an unforgettable night of food, fellowship, and fun!
Limited tickets available — grab yours before they’re gone!

10/08/2026

GOOD FOOD. GREAT COMPANY. A NIGHT WITH A PURPOSE.

Our next Chef Night is coming up, featuring Chef Jeff Gamber and The Shriners for an incredible evening at Joy Ranch!

And this menu? You’re going to want to save room for all of it:

Bacon Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Poppy Seed Salad
Pork Tenderloin with Peach BBQ Glaze
Roasted Baby Potato Medley
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
Mixed Berry Cheesecake

Tickets are $50/person. Call 605-886-4622 or reserve your spot @ https://www.joyranchofsd.org/events-1/chefs-night-with-jeff-gamber-1

Come hungry, support Joy Ranch, and enjoy an unforgettable night of food, fellowship, and fun!

Limited tickets available — grab yours before they’re gone

10/08/2026

We took the hint and we GOT you! Ground Work Horse Lessons - Round 2 comin at ya!

For those who missed or couldn't make the first Round work - here is your change to get the Ground Work in November 9th, 16th & 23rd :)

LIMIT 6 People*

Sign up TODAY @ 605-886-4622 or register here https://www.joyranchofsd.org/events-1/ground-work-horse-lessons

10/07/2026

Thanks to The Sea of Goodwill and The Watertown Area Community Foundation - this opportunity is FREE to Veterans AND their families!

Sign up NOW at https://www.joyranchofsd.org/events-1/veteran-family-camp Call if you have any questions! 605-886-4622

{KXLG, Watertown, SD} Joy Nelson and Jarod Jordan of Joy Ranch, along with Phil Braeger join KXLG to discuss the upcoming Veteran Family Camp at Joy Ranch, where veterans and

10/06/2026

A huge thank you to our friends at The Bike Shop for generously donating bike parts to Joy Ranch!

Your generosity helps us keep our bikes ready to roll for our campers and guests, creating even more opportunities for fun, adventure, and making memories around the Ranch.

We’re grateful for your support of Joy Ranch and the people we serve!

10/06/2026

This is not a coincidence. It’s your sign!!!!

We only have 2 spots available at 4pm and 1 at 5pm - SIGN UP NOW!! This weather is too nice to pass up!!! Call NOW 605-886-4622

POP-UP TRAIL RIDE TOMORROW!

Yep — TOMORROW, October 6!

Join us for a last-minute evening trail ride at Joy Ranch.

Trail Ride | $75/person
Age: 12 or older
Weight limit - 250 pounds
Two sessions: 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM

Spots are limited and will fill fast, so don’t wait!

Please arrive 15 minutes early for your scheduled ride.

Grab your boots, bring a friend, and come enjoy an evening on the trails at Joy Ranch.

Reserve your spot: Call 605-886-4622 Or 4pm session: https://www.joyranchofsd.org/events-1/evening-trail-ride-4-00-5-00pm
5pm session https://www.joyranchofsd.org/events-1/evening-trail-ride-5-00-6-00pm-1

Tomorrow. Two rides. One beautiful Ranch. Don’t miss it!

10/05/2026

POP-UP TRAIL RIDE TOMORROW!

Yep — TOMORROW, October 6!

Join us for a last-minute evening trail ride at Joy Ranch.

Trail Ride | $75/person
Age: 12 or older
Weight limit - 250 pounds
Two sessions: 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM

Spots are limited and will fill fast, so don’t wait!

Please arrive 15 minutes early for your scheduled ride.

Grab your boots, bring a friend, and come enjoy an evening on the trails at Joy Ranch.

Reserve your spot: Call 605-886-4622 Or 4pm session: https://www.joyranchofsd.org/events-1/evening-trail-ride-4-00-5-00pm
5pm session https://www.joyranchofsd.org/events-1/evening-trail-ride-5-00-6-00pm-1

Tomorrow. Two rides. One beautiful Ranch. Don’t miss it!

10/05/2026

🧵 YOUR QUILT PROJECTS ARE BEGGING FOR A GETAWAY. 🧵

Our Joy Ranch Quilt Retreat is coming up FAST — October 13–16!

Four days. Good friends. Great food. Plenty of quilting. And a whole lot of time to relax, create, and enjoy the Ranch.

✨ Spots are still available!

• Single: $585
• Double: $379/person
• Triple: $310/person
• Meals included
• $50 deposit

Live nearby and would like to sleep in your own bed? For $80/day you can still join in on the fun!

Grab your fabric, grab a friend, and come quilt with us!

👉 Reserve your spot: Joy Ranch Quilt Retreat Registration

Questions? Gloria: 605-237-1793