She’s a Hand Ranch Camp
A hands-on camp for women of every experience level, from brand new to seasoned, to learn all the things you’re expected to know, but were never taught!
What is She’s a Hand Ranch Camp?
She’s a Hand Ranch Camp exists to offer women a welcoming, hands-on cattle ranching experience, where confidence is built through real work, thoughtful instruction, and learning side by side in a supportive environment.
She’s a Hand Ranch Camp
is for women who:
- Want to feel more capable and confident working cattle
- Are curious about ranching but don’t know where to start
- Learn best by doing, trying, and getting a little dusty
- Crave a community of like-minded women who understand the lifestyle
- Want to push past intimidation and discover what they’re truly capable of
If you’ve ever felt like ranching was calling you but you weren’t sure how to answer, this is your place.
2027 session dates coming soon!
As always, spots will be limited. Be the first to know when applications open by jumping on the waitlist!
“Camp was what I needed to take the dream of ranching and break it down into steps that I could take everyday that would become the real business we have now. I castrated all our bull calves by myself and have tagged and given our herd all their vaccines. I don't think they had been handled in at least 5 years. It was not as calm and nice as camp but it got done.”
— Sarah
She’s A Hand Ranch Camp
Daily Agenda
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Travel Day
Dinner
Round Table Conversation
Ice Breakers
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Goal Setting
Cattle Market Discussion
BQA Presentation
Ear Tagging Demo
Practice Vaccinating and Branding
Background Lot Tour
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Morning with Dr. Kelli Kohler
Presentation on Antibiotics and Vaccinations
Cow Demo - Where Everyone Draws Blood from the Jugular and Tail Head
Preg-Checking
Mouth Cattle & Age Cattle
Proper Place to Give Vaccinations
Afternoon
Sorting
Bud Box
Chute Work
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Continue Afternoon Work from Day 3
Processing Cattle Demo in preparation for day 5
More Preg-Checking & Sorting
Evening Fun Activity
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Process 150+ Cattle as a Group
One person at alleyway, bud box, run the chute, tagging an branding
Work Dogs
Practice Roping
Sorting in Arena
Run Skid Steer
Trailer Backing Up
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Travel Day/Optional Learning Day
Optional Ranch and Cover Things We Haven’t Already
Pictures of group and individuals
Skills Learned at
She’s a Hand Ranch Camp is a non judgemental space for women to come learn ranch skills such as:
Cattle Handling | Cattle Health | Operating Basic Equipment | Cattle Processing
And More!
Details about each skill listed below!
Ranch Camp
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Cattle Handling
Sorting Cattle in a Pen
Pushing Down Alley
Handling Gates
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Cattle Health
Diagnose and Retreat Pink Eye
Foot Rot
Observe Sickness
IV Meds
Draw Blood
Lance Infections
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Operating Basic Equipment
Trailer Backing Up
Bud Box Operation
Skid Steer Operation
Chute Operation
Scale Operation
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Cattle Processing
Vaccine Administration
Ear Tagging
Implanting
Preg Checking
Castrating Bulls
Veining Cattle
Aging Cattle
Branding Cattle
Semen Testing
Temping Cattle
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And More!
Leadership and Personal Development Training
Outing to Nearby Town
Lodging and Meals Included
“Having never been, and still currently not working in the beef industry, I wasn’t sure if Ranch Camp was something I should participate in. While raising beef is something I would love to do one day, it isn’t what I am doing now, which brought up the question, is ranch camp something I should invest in? The answer was yes, and I am so glad I did!”
— Kiara
Still on the Fence About Ranch Camp?
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FAQs
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We use an application because She’s a Hand is a small, hands-on, high-touch experience, and keeping groups intentionally limited ensures every woman gets real time, real instruction, and real cattle work. Women travel from all over the country and world to attend, and the application helps us build a group that’s ready for the full ranch experience.
It also allows us to make sure expectations are aligned and that each session includes a mix of backgrounds and experience levels, which creates a richer, more effective learning atmosphere.
Most importantly, it helps us reserve spots for women who are truly committed, because space is limited and demand is high.
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Nope, we will help you gain the skills of an experienced hand before you leave. This camp is for any women who wants to gain confidence to jump in when working cattle at home. It can be hard to find the time to perfect these skills in the normal hustle and bustle of life which is why we are taking time to go over these skills in a stress free environment.
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Of course! We will help you prepare for the day when you do have cattle to work. We do feel like it will be easier to retain the skills if you do use them, but you can get a head start and gain the confidence before you begin working your own herd.
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You must be 18 years or older to attend She’s a Hand Ranch Camp.
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We’ll only be doing ground work. We believe it’s important to master the basics before adding in an additional layer of difficulty.
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The price includes everything once you get to Montana! That means it includes transportation from the airport and for the duration of the camp, lodging, all meals, activities, the cattle we work, the use of the ranch and our instructors' time. The only cost you have outside of camp is your travel to the airport and any snacks or drinks you choose to buy outside of what is provided!
For She’s a Hand Ranch Camp - Horseback Edition you do have to have basic horsemanship and cattle working experience.
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Yes! We are excited to give you the opportunity to practice the skills we talk about directly after going over them. Above we have included a comprehensive list of the things we are planning on going over but if there is something that you want to go over that you don’t see, don’t hesitate to ask!
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Most women come by themselves, and friendships form fast.
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Once your spot has been confirmed, there is no refund option available.
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We do offer a 4-payment payment plan. The full balance must be prior to the start of your camp session.
Are you a woman involved in agriculture who wants to feel more confident on the ranch and handling cattle?
Then She’s a Hand Ranch Camp is for you!
Huge THANK YOU to our
2026 Ranch Camp sponsors.
Having people and businesses willing to invest in women who ranch means the world to us. Your support makes it possible for women to show up, do the work, and leave more confident and capable than when they arrived.