SPECIALS & RETREATS

GETAWAY TODAY

Travel Package available through February 28, 2026

Includes lodging and breakfast each morning of your stay;

PLUS one activity per person per night booked. Choose from horseback riding, sport shooting or archery. Daily activity schedule varies.

Lunch and Dinner Available for Purchase

Rates starting at $199 per night*

*Based on double occupancy and subject to 7.3% tax and 15% service charge. Rates vary depending on selected dates and room type.

For reservations, book online here, call 928-684-7593 (option 1) or email info@kayelbar.com and mention the Getaway Today Package.

Please note, the Getaway Today Special Package can only be booked online here, or by contacting us by phone or email.

COWBOY WAY HORSEMANSHIP PROGRAM

February 8-14, 2026

Join us for a six-night exclusive horsemanship workshop and retreat with the team at Kay El Bar Guest Ranch. During this special program, led by True Ranch Collection’s Chief of Ranch Operations and lifelong dude rancher, Ted Harvey, you’ll improve your horsemanship skills in and out of the saddle with guided instructional rides, and time spent in the arena and corral. Improve your skills and deepen your equine connection with this exclusive program!

Improve your horsemanship with special rides in the arena and out on the trail during the Cowboy Way:

Learn how to catch, groom and saddle your horse
Improve your riding during guided instructional time in the arena, on the trail and with cattle work
Learn trailering and hauling skills through hands-on demonstrations
Group rodeo with awards
Additional entertainment and nightly activities including a complimentary tequila tasting

Space is limited! Please call for information and reservations at: 928-684-7593 or email us at info@kayelbar.com.

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COWGIRLS WITH CAMERAS PHOTOGRAPHER’S WORKSHOP & RETREAT

February 18-22, 2026

There’s no place better to shake off the winter photographer blues than the American Southwest! This event, new for 2026, will have something for everyone — a large herd of horses, cowboys, cowgirls, portraits, action, lifestyle, Western desert backdrops, comfy accommodations, learning opportunities, friendships, relaxation, and more. Come, celebrate the old west atmosphere with us! There’s even a beginner mentorship option to make this the perfect “first workshop” for novice photographers.

What to expect: Epic Western scenery, spectacular desert backdrop, lots of horses, real cowboys and cowgirls for models!

This workshop is led by photographers Cara Taylor Swift, Kim Beer and Phyllis Burchett.

This 5-day/4-night stay includes lodging, all meals, photography setup and model releases with horses and models provided by Arizona Horse Company.

$3350 per participant

For more information and to register please visit Cowgirls With Cameras.

REGISTER HERE

COWGIRL TRUE GIRLFRIEND GETAWAY WEEKEND WITH BELINDA GAIL

Thursday, March 12 through Sunday, March 15, 2026

When you combine amazing women, fabulous food, a creative crafting workshop, horseback riding, a private concert by your host Belinda Gail, breakfast ride with Cowgirl Church in the desert, and a ton of laughter with the cowgirl spirit, you get the Cowgirl True Girlfriend Getaway Weekend.

Whether you are a real deal cowgirl, simply have the cowgirl spirit or would just love to get away with your girlfriends for a unique and fun-filled weekend, this is just the ticket. This amazing getaway is hosted by multiple award-winning singer/songwriter Belinda Gail.

Set against the backdrop of the beautiful, historic Kay El Bar Guest Ranch, it is a physically rejuvenating and a faith-based, spiritually refreshing weekend. It has just the right balance of fun activities and precious relaxation time. The lighthearted and adventurous cowgirl spirit permeates the entire weekend with heavy doses of laughter and camaraderie to bring it all together. For ladies 21 and older, we would love for you to come join us!

This 4-day/3-night stay includes lodging, all meals and horseback riding:

Rate per Cowgirl:

Single Occupancy $837++ per person

Double Occupancy $720++ per person

Triple Occupancy $690++ per person

Quadruple Occupancy $660++ per person

++Rates are subject to tax and ranch service fee.

Space is extremely limited, please call for information and reservations at: 928-684-7593 or email us at info@kayelbar.com.

COWGIRL N COWBOY EXTRAVAGANZA WITH KATHERINE BARBARITE OF WHISPERING HOOVES

All-Inclusive Horseback Riding Adventure Retreat.

October 18-25, 2026

A special week-long experience with Katherine Barbarite of Whispering Hooves like no other, discovering a beautiful historical landmark homesteaded in 1909. Get to meet like-minded horse folks, sharing stories of life with horses, skills, experiences and journeys. Build a universal horse community, while connecting with horses and humans.

Spend time riding horses through the amazing Sonoran Desert. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of large cottonwoods, tall grasses and a mix of many varieties of cactus during excursions. You will be able to expand your knowledge in ranch cattle sorting, experience a cutting demonstration, and roping—the opportunities are endless. Try your hand in the “Poker Run” after seeing slot canyons and forever-mountainous terrain. These well-thought-out rides will instruct and assist you to become a better, more confident rider, and connect with the horse with the twist of the “Cowboy” way of life. Maybe even hang by the pool and hot tub to soak up some sun. This unique ranch is intimate and authentic. It will remind you of a piece of heaven on earth welcomely called the “Kay El Bar Ranch.”
View the 2026 retreat flyer.

2026 Special Package Cost:
Single Occupancy: $2862 per person
Double Occupancy: $2589 per person

Includes: Horse & tack, all meals, accommodations, instructional trail rides, ranch cattle sorting, intro to roping, poker run with prize, all in one special price. Service charge and taxes not included.

Contact: kathy@whisperinghooves.com, 631-764-7515
www.whisperinghooves.com

DECEMBER SPECIAL 2026

Sunday, November 29 through Saturday, December 19, 2026

How about a little present for yourself? It’s never too soon to start planning for December and to take advantage of our Arizona winter weather. This special is a discount on our Full American Plan, which includes lodging, all meals, horseback riding, sport shooting, archery and use of ranch amenities.

Four Nights Starting at:

Double: $1,032.00/person + tax and 15% service charge ($258.00/extra nights)
Single: $1,096.00/person + tax and 15% service charge ($274.00/extra nights)
Special third person rate: $612.00 + tax and 15% service charge ($153.00/extra nights)

Seven Nights Starting at:

Double: $1,692.00/person + tax and 15% service charge ($241.71/extra nights)
Single: $1,806.00/person + tax and 15% service charge ($ 258.00/extra nights)
Special third person rate: $1,008.00 ($144.00/extra nights)

For reservations call 928-684-7593 (option 1) or email info@kayelbar.com and mention the December Special.

To Book Online:

For double occupancy, please use code “DECSPECIAL” when booking
For single travelers, please change the number of adults to “1” and use code “DECSINGLE”

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION SPECIAL

Saturday, January 2 through Saturday, January 16, 2027

Start your year off right with a trip to Kay El Bar Guest Ranch. Pricing is for the best room available and is a 15-25% discount on our Full American Plan, which includes lodging, all meals, horseback riding, sport shooting, archery and use of ranch amenities.