Shilo Ranch

This right here… is what most people don’t see. A trailer full of hay. Around $600 worth of hay. And the fuel it takes to get it here. It lasts this farm maybe two weeks.

Horse ownership isn’t just lessons and riding time. It’s feed. Hay. Bedding. Labor. Land. Maintenance. Fuel. Vet bills.

And right now, all of it is going up.

We’re in a drought. Which means grass isn’t keeping up. Hay is being fed later in the season than usual. For those who have to ship hay in, fuel costs have also doubled, only adding to the rising costs of this industry.

Hay prices are rising. Delivery costs are rising. Everything it takes to care for these horses is climbing right along with it.

This isn’t a complaint. It’s just the reality of what goes into doing this the right way.

Because cutting corners isn’t an option when you are dealing with living beings.

The horses still get fed. They still get quality care. They still come first. Always.

Next you cut that check for lessons, training, board, and think, "man that's alot of money"... think about this hay. Think about the feed bills when feed is averaging $30 a bag right now. Think about supplements, vet bills, etc. Think about the time it takes to care for those horses daily, and the potential labor costs involved in that. I don't know anyone in this industry who truly charges enough.

Shilo Ranch has two stalls available for boarding. Boarding fee monthly is $425.00 and includes:
Hay & grain 2x's daily
Stalls cleaned 6 days a week
Indoor bathroom
Group turnout, 6 days a week. Turnout is everyday unless doing so would be dangerous for horses or employees. Like electrical storm or slick ice. If in all day, the horses get hay at lunch time also.
The property is unique in that you can ride your horse into Deep River County Park where 13 miles of trails await you.

In interested call Jackie 219-808-3565.

We still have a couple of stalls available. If you like blazing the trails and would rather not have to trailer your horse to do so, we are your destination. Boarding facility next to Deep River County park and riding on our back 10 acres. No trailers necessary. Mount up and ride. Call Jackie for boarding details 219-808-3565. Look forward to hearing from you.

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March winds💨 and shedding season be like….

Shilo Ranch will have a few stalls available in the upcoming months. Shilo is a full service boarding facility. Horses are turned out 6 days a week. Turnout is either in a grass pasture or dry lots. Stalls are cleaned six days a week and are bedded as needed with wood shavings. We do not turn horses out on Sundays, neither do we clean stalls on this day. Board includes hay and grain fed 2 times a day, use of the indoor arena and outdoor arena, outside wash rack, round pen along with access from the property to one of the Deep River County parks with access to 13 miles of riding trails.. We also have trails on our property for your enjoyment. If trail riding is your sweet spot you do not need a trailer to enjoy the trails. If interested call Jackie 219-808-3565. Visit our web sight at

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There's finally a break in the weather!
Now is the perfect time to set up a trail ride with your friends or family.
Shilo Ranch offers trail rides from ages 7 & up. Offered to individuals regardless of riding abilities.
Trail rides are by appointment only and are first come first serve.
Call Jackie today to schedule a trail ride! 219-808-3565

Shilo Ranch is looking for barn help!
We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking barn hand to join our team! If you have a passion for horses and don't mind getting your hands dirty, this could be the perfect job for you.
We are looking for someone with 2-3 days/week availability.
Responsibilities include:
-Lead horses to and from pastures/pens.
-Feed and water horses (hay, grain, etc.)
-Clean and maintain stalls and barn areas.
-Ensure horses have a safe and clean environment.
-Other general barn duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
-Previous experience working with horses preferred but not required.
-Ability to lift in excess of 50lbs and perform physical labor in various weather conditions.
-Comfortable handling horses of all temperaments.
-Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently or part of a team.
-Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
If interested, please call Jackie Peck @ 219-808-3565

WE HAVE A COUPLE OF STALLS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR HORSES. BOARD INCLUDES GRAIN, HAY, 6 DAY A WEEK TURNOUT AND STALL CLEANING. If you like to trail ride without having to trailer horses, the property is next to Deep River County Park. The park has 13 miles of horseback riding trails. FOR FURTHER DETAILS CALL JACKIE 219-808-3565.

Shilo Show Team had a great weekend showing at the ISHA Spring Show! All horses and riders had phenomenal rides!

Hank is on duty tonight watching over the property 😂