What people are saying:
"Chanel is an outstanding teacher and beautiful person. The perfect instructor for all levels."
"Chanel is very knowledgeable about all types of riding. She is patient yet diligent in giving instruction to either a child or a senior (me being the latter of the two) I asked her not to go easy on me with her instructions because I was worried she might just want to be polite to an older person. She does not disappoint. The entire time I am riding on Chief I am smiling and being corrected in body language and form with explanations as to the WHY of it all. Remember...remember. I love my experience here. All my questions are answered. Chanel is a lovely person and I would recommend her to anyone at any riding level. She carefully fits her lesson horse to the person she is instructing. Go....have fun....learn!"
"I have been working with Chanel since I was 5 (over 11 years) and she is an incredible trainer who has taught me excellent groundwork and horsemanship skills along with challenging me as a rider. She is patient, fun, and really cares. Chanel knows when to push you as a rider while still being encouraging. As someone who is passionate about horses and riding, Lost Creek Ranch is a place where any rider can come learn and feel welcome. Everyone at Lost Creek Ranch is helpful, kind and truly makes you a part of the “barn family”. I have taken lessons and boarded my horses with Chanel and I have only positive things to say. I feel confident recommending her to any age rider and any level of experience."
“Chanel is a horse trainer who is compassionate, patient & professional who teaches young riders how to ride, care for, and communicate with horses. She is skilled in breaking down complex riding techniques into manageable steps that children can easily understand and master. She focuses on safety and confidence-building while working at a pace that suits each child’s abilities, ensuring they develop proper riding posture, control, and balance. Chanel teaches respect for the horses and responsibility in grooming, tacking up, and understanding equine behavior. Her ability to connect with all children, any age and create a positive, but fun learning environment is why my daughter continues to want to go back and strive to learn more.”
"Our family met Chanel in early 2020 when we brought a horse in for a refresher. Since that time we have continued our relationship including helping me gain confidence in my riding and restarting a colt. My youngest son then decided he wanted to learn how to ride and rope so we went to Lost Creek with the greatest confidence that they would teach my son everything he needed to reach his goals. They knocked it out of the park ! My son worked hard and went from riding to roping and then competing in a short amount of time. Chanel is wonderful with kids and adults and really listens to what you want to achieve. I highly recommend Chanel & Lost Creek for all your horse needs!"
"When I began working with Chanel, I had a basic understanding of how to be safe around horses, a huge appetite to learn, and a healthy dose of fear. Chanel met me exactly where I was in my journey. Through her horsemanship classes, I learned how to be ‘in the herd’ and how to understand horse behavior so that I could begin to differentiate fear from respect. She pushed me to create goals for myself and in each lesson, we revisit those goals. She changes her instruction as my goals progress so I feel like I am consistently making progress and developing not only my skills, but also my confidence. She is thoughtful and thorough and takes time to explain the ‘why’ behind her guidance. She’s given me opportunities to push up against my boundaries to see where I am confident enough to grow vs when I may need more time with a specific element. The ranch has become a family favorite. It’s a place where kids are free to explore and learn, but with a healthy sense of safety and respect for the land and the animals. We never know what new horses or kittens (or even mules!) we might find at Lost Creek. I am so grateful for this place that Chanel and family have created.. it’s something special in this valley and I’d highly encourage anyone interested in starting, or growing, in their horsemanship, to work with Chanel."
"I have been riding for years but got to the point where I was stuck with my training with my young horse, as I had been only trail riding for most of my life. Chanel has been amazing at helping me get both myself and my horse's feet moving in the right direction again. My confidence was low and she has helped me build that back up along with giving me the tools to continue improving my skills and techniques. My lessons with Chanel have been a game changer and she has me looking forward to the future with my horses more and more."
"Chanel is an excellent trainer. My son and I have worked with her at Lost Creek Ranch now for the past 3 years. She has helped my 10 yo son develop horsemanship skills and develop confidence as an equestrian. I have learned more than I ever have before about horsemanship from Chanel. She has supported both of us every step of the way in our horse ownership journey! I truly admire her dedication to horsemanship and teaching others these skills. Lost Creek Ranch is our second home and we consider it our barn family. We can always feel confident our horses will be well cared for. It is such a fun and supportive environment!"
"Chanel is very knowledgeable about all types of riding. She is patient yet diligent in giving instruction to either a child or a senior (me being the latter of the two) I asked her not to go easy on me with her instructions because I was worried she might just want to be polite to an older person. She does not disappoint. The entire time I am riding on Chief I am smiling and being corrected in body language and form with explanations as to the WHY of it all. Remember...remember. I love my experience here. All my questions are answered. Chanel is a lovely person and I would recommend her to anyone at any riding level. She carefully fits her lesson horse to the person she is instructing. Go....have fun....learn!"
"I have been working with Chanel since I was 5 (over 11 years) and she is an incredible trainer who has taught me excellent groundwork and horsemanship skills along with challenging me as a rider. She is patient, fun, and really cares. Chanel knows when to push you as a rider while still being encouraging. As someone who is passionate about horses and riding, Lost Creek Ranch is a place where any rider can come learn and feel welcome. Everyone at Lost Creek Ranch is helpful, kind and truly makes you a part of the “barn family”. I have taken lessons and boarded my horses with Chanel and I have only positive things to say. I feel confident recommending her to any age rider and any level of experience."
“Chanel is a horse trainer who is compassionate, patient & professional who teaches young riders how to ride, care for, and communicate with horses. She is skilled in breaking down complex riding techniques into manageable steps that children can easily understand and master. She focuses on safety and confidence-building while working at a pace that suits each child’s abilities, ensuring they develop proper riding posture, control, and balance. Chanel teaches respect for the horses and responsibility in grooming, tacking up, and understanding equine behavior. Her ability to connect with all children, any age and create a positive, but fun learning environment is why my daughter continues to want to go back and strive to learn more.”
"Our family met Chanel in early 2020 when we brought a horse in for a refresher. Since that time we have continued our relationship including helping me gain confidence in my riding and restarting a colt. My youngest son then decided he wanted to learn how to ride and rope so we went to Lost Creek with the greatest confidence that they would teach my son everything he needed to reach his goals. They knocked it out of the park ! My son worked hard and went from riding to roping and then competing in a short amount of time. Chanel is wonderful with kids and adults and really listens to what you want to achieve. I highly recommend Chanel & Lost Creek for all your horse needs!"
"When I began working with Chanel, I had a basic understanding of how to be safe around horses, a huge appetite to learn, and a healthy dose of fear. Chanel met me exactly where I was in my journey. Through her horsemanship classes, I learned how to be ‘in the herd’ and how to understand horse behavior so that I could begin to differentiate fear from respect. She pushed me to create goals for myself and in each lesson, we revisit those goals. She changes her instruction as my goals progress so I feel like I am consistently making progress and developing not only my skills, but also my confidence. She is thoughtful and thorough and takes time to explain the ‘why’ behind her guidance. She’s given me opportunities to push up against my boundaries to see where I am confident enough to grow vs when I may need more time with a specific element. The ranch has become a family favorite. It’s a place where kids are free to explore and learn, but with a healthy sense of safety and respect for the land and the animals. We never know what new horses or kittens (or even mules!) we might find at Lost Creek. I am so grateful for this place that Chanel and family have created.. it’s something special in this valley and I’d highly encourage anyone interested in starting, or growing, in their horsemanship, to work with Chanel."
"I have been riding for years but got to the point where I was stuck with my training with my young horse, as I had been only trail riding for most of my life. Chanel has been amazing at helping me get both myself and my horse's feet moving in the right direction again. My confidence was low and she has helped me build that back up along with giving me the tools to continue improving my skills and techniques. My lessons with Chanel have been a game changer and she has me looking forward to the future with my horses more and more."
"Chanel is an excellent trainer. My son and I have worked with her at Lost Creek Ranch now for the past 3 years. She has helped my 10 yo son develop horsemanship skills and develop confidence as an equestrian. I have learned more than I ever have before about horsemanship from Chanel. She has supported both of us every step of the way in our horse ownership journey! I truly admire her dedication to horsemanship and teaching others these skills. Lost Creek Ranch is our second home and we consider it our barn family. We can always feel confident our horses will be well cared for. It is such a fun and supportive environment!"