The 2010 Elkin Creek Guest Ranch season has officially begun! Branding and Turnout Weekend was a great success and a wonderful time was had by all.

With returning guests using skills acquired from previous brandings to newcomers experiencing this tradition for the first time, everyone participated in various activities: roping and flanking calves, administering injections and finally tagging and branding.

Following the hard day’s work, everyone enjoyed a hardy meal and headed to the Lounge for a Country Hoedown with great sing-a-longs to a variety of live talent. After a cozy night’s sleep everyone was up and at ‘em to saddle up their trusty steeds and head out on the authentic cattle drive.

What a memorable start to the season!