Spend an afternoon walking with our horses.

Experience the spirit of the American Wild Horse and our connection to the living earth.

Living History Tours:

Learn about and directly experience our living history, America’s wild horses! The morning starts with an educational presentation which is followed by a tour of the ranch facilities and a walk to the edge of the hills to see the horses. Suitable for children, but will focus on the historical significance of America’s wild horses and current political issues that threaten their survival. Suggested donation of $20 per adult, $10 for children under 12. Please check our calendar for dates and times.

Children’s Living History Tours:

Through stories, games, and interactions with Return to Freedom’s horses, these tours will focus on herd behavior and general horse knowledge. A visit with “Spirit,” the horse who inspired the Dream Works animated movie, is included. Suggested donation of $20 per adult, $10 for children under 12. Please check our calendar for dates and times.

Wild Horse Walks:

An intensive study of wild horses, their role in the American West, and their herd behaviors. Participants will spend several hours in the hills, quietly observing wild horses and discussing behavior, public land use, and other wild horse preservation related issues. Hiking is moderate to strenuous on uneven, steep land. Suggested donation of $50 per adult. This trip is not recommended for children under 12. Please check our calendar for dates and times.

Herd Observation Evenings:

A meditative and reflective journey into the world of wild horses. These intimate evenings are hosted by RTF founder Neda DeMayo, sharing her unique insight and understanding of wild herds. A brief overview of Return to Freedom and the issues America’s wild horses are facing will precede the walk. Once in the hills, our time will be reserved for quiet observation. After several hours watching herds, we will gather around the campfire for a "bring your own" dinner, storytelling, discussion and sometimes music! We will be joined by special guests, so check the calendar often. Please bring an instrument if you'd like to play. RTF will provide light refreshment- please pack your own dinners ( refrigeration provided) or meals can be pre-arranged from local restaurants. Suggested donation of $125 per adult, (Not recommended for children under 12). Space is limited to 15 guests.

Scheduled by appointment only. Minimum of 10 people for private groups. To inquire about scheduling, call (805) 737-9246 or email programs@returntofreedom.org.