Redd
Barney Ranch is located in Nevada’s high desert, minutes from Reno
and nestled in the majestic Rose Mountains. We run a dual purpose operation
that includes a small breeding program and complete hitch training. Our
foundation stallion is
West Edge Commander, a dark bay, 19 hands, and
the son of Ayton Final Command. We average 4-5 foals per year that we
either sell or show. Our small scale allows us to spend more one-on-one
time with our horses. Foals go “into training” from day one
and the special attention they get typically pays off in the show ring.
Next time you are in Nevada – stop by. We’d love
to give you a tour.
Getting
to know these big, powerful Clydesdales
is like a dream come true.
Like
so many other horse lovers, Larry and Annette Barnes could be found in
the early ‘90s, wandering the grounds of the Draft Horse Classic
in Grass Valley, California, admiring the powerful animals and dreaming
about owning a Clydesdale or two. Today their dream has come to fruition
with a beautiful herd of over twenty Clydesdales on their 50 acre ranch
in Warm Springs Valley just north of Reno.
Ranch
life changes with the seasons.
In
a few short years, Larry and Annette have become fully immersed in the
world of Clydesdales. Activities at the Redd Barney Ranch are constant
and change with the seasons. January’s cold weather marks the start
of the foaling season and typically finds two or three spindly-legged
new colts wobbling through the snow. The breeding season is in full swing
well before the first daffodils start to bloom. Summer brings the show
circuit and a rigorous travel schedule which includes Utah, Washington
state and California. It takes a team effort to keep the harnesses gleaming
and the trailers rolling, but the roar of the crowd, the jingle of metal
on leather and the sheer power and enthusiasm of their “Budweiser-style”
geldings in full stride make all the hard work worth while. Things don’t
quiet down much as summer ebbs and fall takes on color. The Redd Barney
hitches stay closer to home making local appearances in parades, rodeos
and civic events throughout the area.
2009 Draft Horse Classic - the six horses
are all geldings and
three of the six are home grown (Ladd, Ace and Max)!
Sharing
the experience is an important aspect of ownership.
Larry
and Annette are dedicated to promoting the Clydesdale breed and the joys
(as well as the rigors) of ownership. They make every effort to educate
people about these gentle giants by opening the gates at Redd Barney to
frequent visitors – a lucky few might get to ride on the hay wagon
or participate in a training exercise.
Members of
Welcome Draft Horse Fans!
Get Your Tickets Now
24th Annual Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair
September 23 - 26, 2010
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Majestic Draft Horse Performances - Tickets Now on Sale
Majestic Draft Horse performances, breath-taking competitions, and seeing a Draft Horse "up-close" are all part of the 24th annual Draft Horse Classic. Whether it's the Draft Horses working farm equipment, pulling carriages, or working side by-side on a hitch - these amazing animals compete with elegance and power and are the best of the best.
This is your advanced invitation to reserve tickets early.
Beginning May 1, we'll be accepting mail and FAX orders only.
Beginning June 1, we'll be accepting phone orders and walk-ins.
Advanced tickets for reserved seating are $21 a person ($24 day of event); general admission seats are first come, first seated, and are $18 in advance ($21 day of event).
Download your ticket order form and send it in for the best possible seating. The earlier, the better!
It is here that you'll find all the details about this year's events!
The Harvest Fair: In between the Draft Horse performances, the Harvest Fair is bustling with activity. Featuring live entertainment, lumberjack shows, Treat Street goodies, Art at the Classic, and hundreds of community exhibits, the Harvest Fair is an experience that can be enjoyed by kids and adults! Better yet - admission to the Harvest Fair is free!
A Taste of the Gold: Food & Wine Fest
Held in between performances on Saturday, September 25, from 1- 4 pm, this fun and tasty event features fine food and drink from some of the Gold Country's finest restaurants, confectioners, and wineries - all served to a background of cool jazz and beneath the shade of the tall pines at the Fairgrounds. Grounds admission is free, but "tastes" must be purchased for a separate ticket price. Tickets are available to purchase online at Northern Sierra Wine Country. Or, to purchase hard copy tickets, call the Grass Valley Downtown Association at
(530) 272-8315.
Camping: RV Camping is available on the Fairgrounds, although it is limited to ticket holders. Reserve a spot by calling the office at (530) 273-6217.
Nevada County Fairgrounds / Draft Horse Classic 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley, CA 95949
P.O. Box 2687, Grass Valley, CA 95945
phone: 530-273-6217 fax: 530-273-1146
