Legends of Ranching Performance Horse Sale

Students are drawn to the CSU Equine Sciences program for the opportunity to participate in the Legends of Ranching program, an immersive, experiential learning model within our curriculum. Through LOR, students engage directly with industry partners, established ranches, and consignors while applying natural horsemanship training principles in the c**t development process. This program integrates technical skill development, professional communication, and industry collaboration to prepare students for successful careers in the equine industry.

📷 Caree Prince
Singleton Ranches

Bet Shesa Chick thriving in her new home! This wonderful mare was consigned by Iron Springs Ranch and sold this past April at the 19th Annual Legends of Ranching Performance Horse Sale. “Tequila” looks like she is proudly taking care of her new 9-year-old owner, who is already sweeping the competition in the arena!

Congratulations to all parties 🤍🐏 💚

Preferred Royal Cat “Royal,” a 2025–2026 young horse graduate, is already proving himself in his new home! Originally consigned by Creek Plantation, this talented 2-year-old AQHA gelding has done nothing short of exceed expectations since completing the Legends of Ranching program. We are thrilled to see him being put to work right away and making such a positive impression. ❤️


Creek Plantation

Congratulations, Grant Mitchell and the Singleton Ranches team!!

Santa Fe Land and Cattle/ Singleton Ranches CHAMPIONS of the 2026 Coors Ranch Rodeo‼️

Congratulations to the team of Tanner Hart, Garrett Fry, Kreese Milligan, Jacob Gudgell, Grant Mitchell, and Gregg Gudgell.

The networking opportunities and connections built through the Legends of Ranching program are truly invaluable, opening doors to experiences and careers across the ranching industry.

Yesterday, students from the 2025-2026 class had the opportunity to attend the Phipps Land and Livestock branding, where they dove into all aspects of ranch work and branding operations.

Among those attending were Morgan Nolta, Caroline Wagoner, and Phoebe Storm, three students whose ties to Phipps Land and Livestock go far beyond a single day on the ranch. Phoebe, the 2026 Legends of Ranching Marketing Competition Champion, completed her championship project on PLL Sippin Moonshine, a filly consigned to the program by the Phipps. Caroline, a c**t training student, trained and showed PLL Sippin Moonshine, leading the talented filly to the winner’s circle. Morgan Nolta, also a c**t training student, joined them for the day, continuing to build relationships and gain practical industry experience.

We are grateful to the Phipps for investing in the next generation of equine professionals and providing our students with opportunities to learn, work, and grow alongside industry leaders.

Go Rams! ✨

The mission of the CSU Legends of Ranching program:

To preserve and advance the traditions of ranching and horsemanship through c**t starting and experiential education, providing students with transformative, hands-on learning opportunities that develop leadership, stewardship, professionalism, and a lifelong commitment to the equine industry.

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It is with great pleasure that we introduce the 2026–2027 Colorado State University Legends of Ranching Teaching Assistants!

These five young women have consistently demonstrated professionalism, grit, resilience, and coachability through every high and low, and we are honored to welcome them back into the arena.

Being a student of the horse is no easy task, and each of these horsewomen has embraced the challenges and rewards that come with the journey. We’re excited to see them continue growing in their horsemanship while helping guide and encourage the next group of Legends students along the way.

Congratulations to our 2026–2027 Teaching Assistants, we can’t wait to see all you accomplish this year!

🌻Grace Falkner
🌺Roxanne Bristol
🦋Carina Easson
✨Morgan Nolta
🎉Julia Peasley

📷: Caree Prince 🤍