First time I visited here and I suspect it won't be the last time. The ESRA had their Summer Cruise…read moreevent here and from what I can tell it went off without a hitch. Such a beautiful location with such easy access and it is all ran and maintained by volunteers even though it is the other end of the world for me from Sherwood Park I will gladly drive here even if it is to just watch the horses. One of the people I was talking to had mentioned that they have a nephew with a disability and he comes every week for animal therapy. I seriously hope this is the venue for next years show as the space is phenomenal and parking is wonderful too! And if you want to spend a whole day, Fort Edmonton is right next door.

My daughter has taken lessons with both Lisa and Chris and we have enjoyed both. Lessons are set…read morewith a focus on the educational/safety approach of riding horses and is not simply a get on and go for it situation. For a beginner it will take several classes to lead up to jumping so be prepared for a slow and steady approach to riding and a financial investment in lessons. There is no need to own a horse to take lessons as 95% of the riders do not own. The current location is extremely old and the parents, riders, and staff all seem eager for the new construction to be completed so we can all move on to the neighbouring location opening in the fall.

Excellent ranch for summer camps, Riding lessons, and other private functions. Have been going for…read moreseveral years and always have a great time. Learning lots of Riding skills too.

Amazing ranch & 'summer camp' type facility with fantastic varied retreat options just a stone's…read morethrow away from Edmonton. I came here recently as a chaperon for my daughter's grade seven band camp, so I didn't get the complete summer camp experience, but I certainly got a good taste. Our 30 kid band used the Cedar Lodge as their practice space. This space was ideal, having good acoustics, was quite roomy and could have accommodated far more people, and yet was still quite cozy and was stocked with much appreciated simple refreshments. We broke the band down into sections and the kids were able to trade off in smaller groups to have some fun on the super high concrete climbing wall, as well as the the rope course with zip-line. Aside from a briefing on rules, harnesses and helmets, no training was required for the kids for any of these activities because well trained staff was there to assist them every single step of the way (staff even belayed at the climbing wall). And when one tween panicked and fell between the rungs of the rope bridge, she was not left hanging, a quick, calm and efficient rescue was underway in the blink of an eye. A hugely positive experience, most of the kids felt very confident and reached climbing goals. We didn't experience, but certainly saw multiple signs of a full ranch setup as well... the sights and smells of the horses was quite the change of pace from sitting in a Jr. High classroom all day even at a bit of a distance. We dined in the main lodge for lunch. A very cozy atmosphere. Stereotypical summer camp style in many ways, but perhaps almost more luxurious - a glamping dinning hall for sure. Very efficiently laid out was a taco salad bar on the day of our visit, with several choices to assemble together, including vegan and gluten free that everyone enjoyed. Dessert and drinks were also provided. Other amenities that I know of include camp sleeping cabins, an impressive obstacle course, a football field, and an indoor recreation area in the main lodge that had several bouldering/climbing walls. This is a fantastic place for a youth group or a corporate retreat for training and team building. Personally, I'd like to see a few more activities on the menu, but I think it's still interestingly varied, with a phenomenal location. All staff were friendly, professional, and seemed quite well trained. Every spring, they hold a sort of summer kick-off with Family Fun Day, where they open their facility to the public, admission at a very reasonable fee. (I'll post in Yelp's event calendar for 2016's event), so certainly watch out for that if you (or your kids) are the daredevil type who enjoys nature. They also have an event planned for August 27 & 28th, 2016 for their 50th anniversary. Staff alumni are invited to attend - there's an rsvp page set up on their website. A last note, the lodges do display several plaques noting that they are a 'Christian' facility, as well some crosses on display - obviously most people would not have a problem with this, but it's worth noting as some groups might not find it suits their needs.

Sonia or whatever sucks I was a very loyal student for a year or more but once my grandma died I…read morestopped going and I went to pick up my items I left in my locker there a month or two and turns out they broke my lock and gave all of my stuff away or took it for themselves that my grandparents bought for me That cost a lot of money as anyone knows horse riding items are not cheap No call no contact They never tried to contact me about it She's rude and mean do not recommend plus she does not take care of her horses she gets little kids to do it

Our group would not recommend this petting zoo for a private function!!…read moreShow up late, do not call and RUDE!! Agreement was for Bunnies and Chicks for our Spring Party, the animals brought where 30 days old chickens, and full grown rabbits that stayed in a cage. No instruction to children as to how to handle animals, we ended up with a group of girls, crying and scared!! Not a pleasant experience at all. And we were told the owner/employees of Horse Sence Training and Petting Zoo, that we were an inconvenience to them!! Advising that the mobile zoo is not an option I would recommend!!

Amberlea Meadows- They don't want our business…read more We called in September and then again later in the week. We left messages requesting hay bales for bunnies. No one returned or answered our calls, so we went out to the site, thinking they were too busy with horses to answer our calls. Their website says they are open from 8 am to 10 pm on Saturdays. We arrived at 4:10. There was no one around except someone grooming their horse. Whoever it was explained that the owners were at a horse show. So I saw a light on in the farm buildings and rang a doorbell. A young blond woman finally came to the door. She feigned surprise that we were there looking for hay bales on a Saturday, and so late (it was about 4:20 by this time). She told me the owners are never here on the weekend. I explained that I had phoned early in the week but no one had returned my call. I asked her if she could text the owners and ask about bales of hay. We waited outside for about 10 minutes. Through the window screen I heard her mocking me to a male companion. Finally she came back and told us she would sell us a bale- do you have cash? Despite the fact that my friend had bought two bales for $16 the previous year, she was firm on $20 for one. I would suggest the following: 1. update the website to include office hours.eg 10-noon Mondays to Fridays . 2. Hire someone to answer your phone if you are unable to. Or, very simply, put a "not available" message on your answering machine. 3. Possibly forward your messages when you're out of town. I was disappointed by the rude and disrespectful greeting we received from the business, both by phone and in person.To them I say "You might not want to sell hay bales. You might be only interested in horse owners' business. But you should not be just plain rude to people making inquiries. Especially when you don't bother answering your phone or responding to messages. Also, if you don't want our business, make that clear on your website. Then we wouldn't waste your time or ours."

They make the best of what they have, but event planning is not at the top of their skill sets…read more In presenting the RCMP Musical Ride, they did not mention any sort of schedule or alternative presentations preceding the RCMP. This meant for a long afternoon of cramped, standing-room only.

Maple Leaf Meadows is an equestrian facility that provides the best instruction for riding horses…read morefrom the absolute beginner to elite riders. They also offer boarding for horses with the absolute best care. My daughter has been riding there for the past 4 years and 1 year ago I began riding horses myself. I was an extremely nervous beginner and through their experienced and knowledgeable instructors, not only have I overcome my fear of horses, I am training through their academy program. The atmosphere at the barn is so friendly, energetic and respectful. The support I have received from everyone is so appreciated! The staff and fellow riders have become my second family J.M.

Great faciltiy, super clean, staff is very knowledgeable and always willing to go the extra mile…read more Horses are very well cared for. Very welcoming and friendly environment. Ive been riding here for 7 years, from very beginner to competitive riding and have had great horses and coaches the entire time. Strongly recommend for riders from all riding backgrounds and levels.

What to say about River Lane Ranch? I came here with my mother-in-law for a little weekend get away…read moreand this magical place exceeded all expectations. The ranch and the horses are beyond amazing and I don't think I've ever met a nicer and more welcoming family than the Baird's. Really can't say enough nice things about the entire experience.

Website lists a lot of accolades, but further research begs to differ. Using the kindness of other…read moreto pay bills, will not help its success. Neither will using coercion or threats to control your family is no way to build loyalty or success. Such a shame.

Easy to find via Google maps. Lots of parking in the strip mall parking lot. We pre-booked and they…read morewere ready for us when we got there. 1 free locker with booking that had enough for our 4 winter coats. Shoes go under the lockers. Bring water! ( Could bring snacks too) Price seems high but totally worth it. Had a blast. Was really good as interestingly no one felt like the weak link as all the games are so different. Loved that huge variety of games. Really recommend going when others don't so no waiting. Games are really short so not a ton of waiting but it also means we couldn't play very long at each station. Worth playing ALL games once then go back and play your favorites. Love the free swag and prizes for returners. 100% would recommend and will be back.

Doesn't look like much from the outside but step inside and you're taken into a whole new…read moreexperience that's super fun in Edmonton! I wasn't really sure what to expect but I knew it was some type of a physical game place. This is kinda like a video game but in real life! You start playing at level 1 and work your way up through the levels. Each level unlocks rewards or swag too! Think things like Actívate water bottles, T-shirts, hats, mugs, etc. you can also unlock rewards like lifetime 50% off! I find the cost quite reasonable, $25 per person for 75 mins of gameplay. You play in teams of 3 - max 5 people. I visited with my husband, my friend, her 15 year old daughter and our 14 year old niece. I think this place is perfect for that age group but it was totally fun for us too and I would definitely visit again! The staff takes you in and tells you how to play and how to set each game up. You can play as a team for some fun teamwork games or you can play competitively against one another which is also really fun! We started off playing as a team and loved it! Playing competitively is also really fun but can be difficult for some. There are many different rooms where you can try different games. I recommend trying them all and then going back to do the ones that you liked best! My favourites were the rooms called Hide and Mega Grid. Your timer starts when you're playing and stops when you're nor playing so you can take a break to drink some water or catch your breathe. We came on a Friday evening, they are open during the day as well as late night so there are lots of options. When we got there it wasn't too busy but when we were finishing the place was filling up! If you want to avoid crowds I would try coming earlier in the day. You could even come during an extended lunch! Anyway, I highly recommend this place and I will definitely be visiting again very soon! They currently do not have any type id party room but don't let that discourage you from bringing your 4 closest friends and having a great time!!