Working as a Seasonal Wrangler

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Working as a Seasonal Wrangler

If you're comfortable riding horses and looking for seasonal work there are opportunities for wranglers across the country. As winter turns to spring vacationers seek new adventures. Such destinations are resorts, lodges, and ranches where individuals have a host of activities to choose from and guided horseback tours are a popular choice. If you have experience riding horses and possess the right skills you may be able spend your spring and summer riding the trails.

Depending on your potential employer, there may or may not be any formal education requirements. Although having been schooled in various riding styles will increase your chances at landing a job. A certification from the Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA) or attending a Wrangler School are also excellent ways to gain the knowledge for this type of job. Many employers are going to be looking for candidates with prior horseback riding experience. You will need to demonstrate that you are comfortable riding a horse, have the ability to work with and manage horses and work with individuals that have a wide range of horseback riding experience. Since you will potentially be working with inexperienced riders your communication skills and safety first attitude will be important aspects of the job. In addition, certifications such as Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or basic first aid are often required skills to have and should be shared on your resume and during the interview process. So be prepared and have these documents ready. You will also likely have a background check performed by your employer to verify your character.

Wrangler jobs do differ and may be primarily horseback tours or you may be working a cattle ranch. You might be guiding small groups on short day trips or working with other Wranglers on multi day days with larger groups. Be sure when applying for a position you are comfortable with the specific job requirements. Expect to perform some physical labor both caring for and preparing the horses for you expeditions. Your services may also include other odd jobs around the facility. You'll have to work hard yet the benefits of trail riding and leading tours are exciting aspects of the job.

There are many public and private ranches, lodges and resorts around that hire seasonal Wranglers. Compensation for these positions will of course vary depending on your location, type of facility you work for and the job duties you perform. On average a Wrangler can earn $25,000 to $38,000 per year and based on experience. Your position may offer a bonus or even tips which will also help to increase your salary. Be sure to read the job description carefully and determine if there are other amenities of the job such as room and board, insurance and paid time off.

You'll need to be a people person as you'll be providing a customer service. Having excellent interpersonal communication skills are important for both customer enjoyment as well as safety. Work hard, make friends, learn from experienced Wranglers and expand your network. This may help finding other positions or getting a call back for the next season. Now it's time to throw on the hat, saddle up and find that perfect Wrangler job.

    • Front Desk, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Horse Wrangler/Guide
      Horizon Outdoor Hospitality Cedar Island, NC, USA
      Positions include Front Desk, Housekeeping, Maintenance and Horse Wrangler/Guide. Positions available immediately. To continue to build upon our reputation of excellence and world-class hospitality ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Eagle, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Meeker, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Eagle-Vail, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Steamboat Springs, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Vail, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Denver, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Phippsburg, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Craig, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Walden, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Haymaker - Full Service Restaurant Manager - Year Round - Full Time
      Steamboat Ski Resort Oak Creek, CO, USA
      Winter Nordic Center and Sleigh Ride Operations- working with Culinary, Front of House, Nordic Center Staff, Shuttle Crew and Wranglers (Horse Drawn Sleighs) to ensure contracted services are ...
    • Head Wrangler - Full-Time
      Palomar Christian Conference Center Palomar Mountain, CA, USA
      Responsible to assist in the oversight of all horse-related camps and activities, including management of the herd, wrangler staff, program development, health and safety, training, riding programs ...
    • Wrangler, Camp Winacka - Sleepaway Camp
      Girl Scouts San Diego Summer Camp Positions San Diego, CA, USA
      Do you have a love for horses and have the desire and passion to instruct campers and summer camp ... If so, saddle up and come spend your summer working as a Wrangler at our resident camp. Location
    • Camp Wrangler
      Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Philomath, OR, USA
      As a wrangler, you'll assist in the development and delivery of a horseback riding program that is safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers' ages and abilities. You'll also assist in the care and ...
    • Wrangler
      Sky Ranches Inc Van, TX, USA
      Wranglers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of all horse activities and maintaining the livery and its livestock throughout the entire summer. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Wrangler
      Triple Creek Ranch Darby, MT, USA
      This job consists of constantly being around horses and providing guidance to our guests. Here at Triple Creek Ranch, we want to make guests feel like they are in a Montana getaway and want our ...
    • Camp Abe Lincoln - Wrangler
      YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley Blue Grass, IA, USA
      Insures the health and well being of all horses while on camp property or in use by Camp Abe ... The Wrangler will be expected to work as a team member with the other YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi ...
    • Wrangler
      CRISTA Camps Port Orchard, WA, USA
      The Wrangler will provide guests with a safe, fun, and meaningful horsemanship experience through ... This position will also care and feed the horses and maintain cleanliness in the arena and barn
    • Wrangler/Trail Guide
      Jackson Stables Inc Estes Park, CO, USA
      We offer guided horseback riding tours through Rocky Mountain National Park and our rides range from a one hour ride to an eight hour ride. We are open March through October. Job would entail care of ...
    • Dog Musher/Handler/Wrangler/Animal Caretaker
      Chena Hot Springs Resort Fairbanks, AK, USA
      We have 14 horses that need to be cared for daily. We offer trail rides and kid rides during the summer months. We also have chickens, goats, and a lot of ducks. Must be physically fit and able to ...
    • Ranch Hand/ Labor
      Owl Creek Ranch Aspen, CO, USA
      Owl Creek Ranch is a private horse boarding and hay sales facility looking for full and part-time ranch hands for the 2023 season! This is a seasonal labor position; not a riding or wrangling ...
    • Sleigh Ride Driver
      Keystone Resort Keystone, CO, USA
      Daily care for the draft horses including cleaning up the corrals as well as feeding them. * Able ... lead wrangler or stables manager as scheduling requires during normal operations. Duties will ...
    • Stable Attendant
      Keystone Resort Keystone, CO, USA
      Serve plated dinners to guests. • Daily care for the draft horses including cleaning up the ... lead wrangler or stables manager as scheduling requires during normal operations. Duties will ...
    • Camp Staff
      Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Philomath, OR, USA
      Multiple positions are open, including lifeguard , wrangler , and arts and crafts . * Assist in the ... horses, and/or nature with a willingness to gain skill in other areas. Kitchen Aid $ 62.50 to $72 ...
    • Camp Staff
      Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Florence, OR, USA
      Multiple positions are open, including lifeguard , wrangler , and arts and crafts . * Assist in the ... horses, and/or nature with a willingness to gain skill in other areas. Transferable Skills
    • Camp Leadership Staff
      Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Philomath, OR, USA
      Wrangler-in-Training (WIT) Coordinator: ​ $80.00 to $90.00 per day ($480.00 to $540.00 per week ... Ensure the safety and health of horses used in the program, including care, feeding, and upkeep of ...
    • Camp Leadership Staff
      Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Stevenson, WA, USA
      Wrangler-in-Training (WIT) Coordinator: ​ $80.00 to $90.00 per day ($480.00 to $540.00 per week ... Ensure the safety and health of horses used in the program, including care, feeding, and upkeep of ...
    • Camp Staff
      Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Stevenson, WA, USA
      Multiple positions are open, including lifeguard , wrangler , and arts and crafts . * Assist in the ... horses, and/or nature with a willingness to gain skill in other areas. Transferable Skills