Training Workshops, Art Workshops available at El Dustberry Ranch

Outdoor Classroom Programs:
Custom-designed curriculum provide three dimensional, hands-on learning experiences. Choose a program that suits your classroom, child, group's needs, or let us create a customized one for you to enrich your curriculum!
Opportunities to increase appreciation of and respect for the deep connections among people, animals and the environment through:

Hands-on learning experiences in Nature's classroom.
Interaction with horses, including ground work and basic horsemanship skills.
Nature walks exploring the history and culture of the indigenous people of Topanga Canyon, and cooperative cave exploration
Multi-sensory and environmental arts and crafts activities, music and drama workshops that integrate with Outdoor Classroom themes.
We work closely with teachers, parents and all educators to customize and enrich curriculum
Our programs are custom designed to meet individuals or group needs
We offer programs in English and Spanish
The El Dustberry Experience - Grades 3-6

Interactions with horses & horses care
Nature walks exploring the history & culture of the indigenous people of Topanga Canyon
Mult-sensory, environmental arts & crafts activities
Key principles discussed:
Treating others the way you want to be treated, sharing, tolerance, making a difference, appreciation and respect
Cowboys and Cowboys! K-1
Focus on sharing, caring and "treating others the way you want to be treated" as we roam the range at El Dustberry ! Explore the life and culture of cowboys and cowgirls,including a unique art project,interaction with a horse,and a close look at the relationship of trust and respect between human and horse.

Life Skills Through Horses - Grades 6-12
Interactions with our horses help young people empower themselves by addressing self-esteem, respect for self and for others, sharing, tolerance, appreciation, teamwork, leadership skills and learning how to make smart choices.

Scout Merit Badge and Horsemanship Program
Earn your badge or simply enjoy, as we teach you all you ever needed to know about horses!

Parent and Child Workships
Enriching relationships and learning while having fun.

Special Holiday Programs
Please call for details.

The El Dustberry Birthday Experience
The El Dustberry Experience in honor of your loved one, a different way for all to celebrate your child's birthday!

Our Outdoor Classroom Programs are custom designed to enrich classroom curriculum and provide three-dimensional, hands-on learning experiences. We create programs to serve all grade levels and to fulfill any aspect of an individual's or a group's educational needs or curriculum. Program content is based on integrated and thematic teaching. Our nature hikes and outdoor activities provide a unique opportunity to reach goals through cooperation with others in a mutually supportive environment.

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