Fall 2025
MeadowView Reins Programming
🍂 Fall at MeadowView Reins 🍂
Discover the magic of fall in the Cariboo. Whether you’re looking for kids’ camps, family programs, or meaningful time with horses, MeadowView Reins has something for everyone this season.
Kids & Youth Programs
Pro-D Day Camp
Horses, crafts, nature, and team building
Spend your day off school at the ranch! Horse time, games, and outdoor activities make this the perfect one-day adventure.
Through the City of Williams Lake (hosted at Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex):
Grades: Kindergarten to grade 6 welcome
Price: $90.00/day
Note: Optional transportation from Williams Lake: $10/day
To sign up, please email us your preferred date(s) and we will reach out to you within 3 business days.
Click on the appropriate date to register
Dates & Registration
September 30 (Truth & Reconciliation Day Camp) - coming soon!
Canadian Pony Club
A fun, hands-on program for young riders.
Learn riding skills, horse care, and teamwork in a supportive environment. It builds confidence, friendships, and a strong foundation in horsemanship. The program is broken up into two sections: group lessons and unmounted work. Group lessons are available for children regardless of if they join Canadian Pony Club, but they must be members to access the curriculum hand outs, earn badges and participate in testing or CPC events.
Through the City of Williams Lake (hosted at Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex or MeadowView Reins, Big Lake, BC):
Lessons: Saturday October 18th to Saturday November 22, 2025 at 9am, 10am and 11am
Pony Club Content: Saturday at 10am
Price for lessons: $225.00
At MeadowView Ranch in Big Lake:
Thursday’s at 5:00pm - FULL
Tuesday’s at 4:30pm - Starts November 4, 2025
Friday’s at 4:30pm - Starts November 7, 2025
Price: $125.00/ 4 lessons
Children who take lessons at our ranch are asked to arrive 30 minutes before their lesson time to groom their horses and work on Canadian Pony Club Content.Non Ridden - Canadian Pony Club Content: Consistent stable management and badge work day coming soon.
Currently badge work and ridden content are worked into the sessions for all riders that join that Canadian Pony Club.
To sign up with Canadian Pony club please visit:
https://horsereg.com/#!/events/meadow-view-reins-pony-club-riding-centre-2026-memberships
Note that membership is not required to participate in lessons; only for the additional content. Pony Club membership is on top of lesson prices.
City of Williams Lake – (hosted at Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex or MeadowView Reins, Big Lake, BC):
Registration Options
Tuesday sessions at MeadowView Ranch
Friday Session at MeadowView Ranch
MeadowView Reins Ranch Registration- Join directly through MeadowView Reins.
Horsemanship Lessons
Horsemanship lessons teach riders how to understand, communicate with, and care for horses both on the ground and in the saddle. These lessons foster confidence, respect, and a safe partnership between horse and rider.
📍 Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex or MeadowView Reins, Big Lake, BC
Price: $40.00 per lesson or 4 lessons for $150.00
Note: Williams Lake sessions only: $10.00 drop-in fee (paid directly to the arena; does not apply at Big Lake)
To sign up, please feel out the below form and we will reach out to you within 3 business days.
In Front of the Herd – Teen Leadership
Thursdays, 6–8pm · Sept 18 start · 7 weeks · $300/participant
One of our Equine Assisted Learning programs centered on leadership for teens inspired by the natural dynamics of a horse herd.
📍MeadowView Reins, Big Lake, BC
Through hands-on activities, participants uncover and strengthen the personal qualities needed to lead with confidence, clarity, and respect.
Unforgettable Fall Adventures
Private Date Nights
An unforgettable evening at the ranch—groom, ride, and relax together.
✨ Coming Soon! ✨
We’re getting ready to launch our brand-new Date Night experience — a guided trail ride followed by a romantic fireside picnic under the stars. Stay tuned for details and booking info!
Trail Riding Adventures
This fall, saddle up for a memorable adventure at MeadowView Reins.
We offer both full-day and half-day trail rides, perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to experience the beauty of the Cariboo on horseback.
Saddle Up: A Full-Day Backcountry Ride
Venture off the beaten path into the heart of the backcountry with a seasoned guide. Spend a full day in the saddle surrounded by stunning views, enjoy a rustic trail lunch, and soak up the rhythm of ranch life and wide-open spaces.
Trail Trekkers: A Family Ride Adventure
An ideal outing for all ages and riding abilities! Explore gentle forest paths and open meadows on horseback while learning basic horsemanship. This relaxed, guided ride is a fun and memorable way for families to bond in nature—one hoofbeat at a time.
Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL)
Grow with the herd this fall — transformative Equine-Assisted Learning programs for youth and adults in partnership with the City of Williams Lake.
Trail of the Home (ages 15+) – The intent of the Trail of the Home program is simple.
To enable families to reconnect by understanding what a family is and to enhance the family dynamics from chaos to completeness.The intent of the Trail of the Home program is simple. To enable families to reconnect by understanding what a family is and to enhance the family dynamics from chaos to completeness. The Coach is not a therapist or family counselor, but one who walks along side the family in their journey of rebuilding and reconciliation. The program can also be an enormous help to any family that wishes to enhance their togetherness. Couples are welcome!
Location: Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex
Instructor: Meagan Bruneski
Dates: September 13 – October 25 (Last class is free)
Time: 9:00am – 10:30pm
Price: $600 (7 sessions)
Trail of the Heart (ages 15+) – Six-week program for personal growth & self-discovery.
Trail of the Heart is a six-week equine-assisted program for adults seeking meaningful change and personal growth. Each 90-minute session explores a themed “camp” on your life’s journey, with guided discussions, reflective booklets, and time with horses to support insight and healing. The program encourages self-discovery, goal setting, and forward movement—many participants describe the experience as life-changing. No horse experience is needed—just a willingness to explore your path.
Location: Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex
Instructor: Meagan Bruneski
Dates: September 13 – October 25 (Last class is free)
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Price: $300 (7 sessions)
Special Event!
Fall Festival
Join us this October for our first-ever Fall Festival—a free community event at MeadowView Reins. Come meet the horses, explore the ranch, and celebrate the season with friends and family.
More details to coming soon!
Fall Birthday Parties
Celebrate your child’s special day with our friendly horses!
Kids can enjoy:
Pony rides
Horse dress-up
Crafts
Glitter tattoos
End the fun around the campfire for a truly unforgettable party.
📅 Availability: Friday evenings, Saturday or Sunday at 2pm
