In The Breeze

by: Libby Hopkins

In The Breeze Ranch is an operating large functioning horse ranch that has been in business since the 70s. They specialize in horseback riding but also offer a variety of other things to do at the ranch.

They specialize in anything horses, such as ranch style parties, hayrides, bonfires, lessons, leasing, equine sales, boarding and horsemanship camp for children. “Our purpose in our creation was a Certified Horsemanship Academy,” said In The Breeze Ranch Manager, Samantha Slack. “That evolved into ‘Any day there is no school is camp day at In The Breeze.’ We teach horseback riding at its finest for all ages. We are open seven days a week and would love to show you and your family how to really have some ranch style fun!”

Slack was born into a family that loves animals of all kinds. “I was blessed to be raised by a family that loved critters” Slack said. “I am fortunate enough to have been able to build a career based around horses and running a ranch. I have spent my life growing up on a ranch and I am a better person because of it. Horses and livestock have a wonderful way of keeping you humble.”

Slack has been a part of In The Breeze Ranch since she was a little girl. “I came to the ranch as a little girl with an obsession for horses and never left,” Slack said. “Lynda Fowler, the founder of In The Breeze, took me under her wing and taught me everything she know about ranch life. I immediately fell in love and have spent my life since, dedicated to keeping this business thriving. We are a large operation horse ranch in the heart of Tampa that spends a lot of time educating the community and various folks on how to properly love and care for these magical creatures.”

General public horseback riding in Florida doesn’t get better then at In The Breeze Ranch. Conveniently located just five miles north of the Tampa International Airport, In The Breeze offers horseback riding as one of its main activities. “Come saddle up with In The Breeze and let one of our professional trail guides show you what it’s like to experience a true adventure on horseback, Thursday through Tuesday,” Slack said. “Wednesdays’ are our herd’s day off, but our office is still open and we are open for camp, but closed to the general public on Wednesday’s.”

When you visit the ranch, you will be riding one of their quality and experienced horses that were born and raised on the ranch. “They are exceptionally trained, well-mannered and experienced in navigating the trails we ride daily,” Slack said. “Even for the most inexperienced riders, our horses are sure to take care of you during the length of your ride. Our horses are sure to please. Come take a ride on one of our happy, athletic, and well-toned horses. Not only will you be glad you did, it’s also great exercise.”

Slack has gotten some phenomenal feedback from guests who have visited the ranch. “Everyone loves the idea of being a cowboy, every guest that comes our way gets to experience what it’s like to be a cowboy, even just for a short while,” Slack said. “We rope a lot of them in to staying around as volunteers because they can’t get enough of it, just like us. They also enjoy learning what day to day care is like. There is a lot that goes in to maintaining a herd of horses and we enjoy sharing that knowledge with all of our guests.”

Slack loves what she does at the ranch. “My absolute most favorite thing to do is ground work and training the young horses,” Slack said. “A great foundation is essential in having a solidly trained horse.”

Keeping things local is also important to Slack and her team at the ranch. “It is incredibly important,” Slack said. “Our neighborhood is our biggest supporter! It is our responsibility to teach the next generation the importance of ranch life. The world needs more cowboys!”

Slack hopes the ranch will continue to flourish and grow as a family locally operated business. “We want to continue to make more folks aware that we are here to share our love of horses with anyone that wants to learn.” our environment.

If you would like to learn more about In The Breeze Ranch, you can visit their website at www.inthebreezeranch.com or call Slack at (813) 264-1919. In The Breeze Ranch is located at 7539 Gardner Rd.in Tampa.

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