OUR EVENTS
Events are a great way to stay connected and to give back to Hope Remains Ranch. We couldn't do our events without our amazing sponsors.
View our events below.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026
Time: 10am – 2pm
Join us for The Market at Hope Remains Ranch! Shop a curated selection of vendors featuring handmade goods, fresh produce, unique finds, and artisan crafts.
Bring the whole family—kids under 12 can enjoy the Farmyard Discovery area with tiny western play village, games, petting station, hay rides, horse interaction, and hands-on farmyard play with the purchase of a $10 activity wristband.
Come celebrate fall with local vendors, fresh air, and family-friendly fun at the ranch!
Friday, October 16, 2026
Check-in begins @ 8AM – Tee Off at 9AM
Links O’ Tryon – 11250 New Cut Rd, Campobello, SC 29322
Join us Friday, October 16, 2026 at Links O’ Tryon Golf Club for the Hope Remains Ranch 19th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament. All proceeds will go to support Hope Remains Ranch in day-to-day operations as we serve hurting children, families, and
adults in the upstate. We hope to see you at the course!
**ALERT! The tournament is FULL! Click here to join the waitlist.
Trauma Education for Crisis Managers
Dates: Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 – Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
Time: Thursday – Saturday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Hope Remains Ranch is pleased to offer HOPE Certification! The HOPE Certificate training includes classroom and hands-on equine instruction from a Biblical perspective. HOPE Certification prepares participants with the knowledge on how to implement
equine assisted ministry activities with those who have experienced trauma.
HOPE Certification is beneficial for anyone who would like to learn to use horses to serve those who have experienced trauma from a Biblical perspective, Equine Specialists, Licensed Clinicians, Biblical Counselors, Guidance Counselors, Social Workers, those in the medical field and educators.
Location: Hope Remains Ranch
Cost: HOPE Certification ($500) – 3 days (24 CEU hours) of classroom and hands-on equine learning. Materials are provided. Lunch is included each day in the training.
Hope Remains Ranch is an approved provider for continuing education (CEU) by the
SC Professional Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists and Psycho-Educational
Specialists licensing board (SCLLR).
*If minimum participant count isn’t reached, Hope Certification will be rescheduled for a later date.
Topics of what you will explore/learn during the Hope Certificate training
include:
-What type of ministry are you personally doing? Are you a 501(c)3? Do you work
for someone else at their farm? What is your role?
-Why are you interested in the Hope Certificate training? What will you do with the
training?
-What does an equine specialist do in a session? What is their role?
-What does the Biblical counselor do in a session? What is their role?
-What is the role of the horse? Why do we use horses?
-Body language of horses – how to “read” horse language. How to communicate
with a horse
-What equine exercises do you use with your clients?
-Horse safety
-What is an intro session?
-ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) – why are these important when
working with people?
-Hands-On-Equine activities
-Herd mentality
-Being Holy Spirit Led in sessions
-How to introduce Christ in a session. WHEN to introduce Christ.
-Next steps for you and those you serve
Hope Remains Ranch is conveniently located in Upstate, SC, making travel easy.
Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) is a short 16-minute drive to the ranch. Asheville
Regional Airport (AVL) is 52 minutes from Hope Remains Ranch. Charlotte Douglas
International Airport (CLT) is only an hour and fifteen minutes away. Lodging and
restaurants are available in close proximity to the ranch (10 minute drive).
Nearby hotels:
Home2 Suites by Hilton Duncan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Greenville-Spartanburg (Duncan)
Fairfield Inn & Suites Greenville Spartanburg/Duncan
Meals: Lunch, snacks, and drinks will be provided each day. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.
What to Wear: Dress for HOPE Certificate training is outdoor/casual. Temperatures
may fluctuate. Wear layers and what you will be comfortable in. Keep in mind, due to the hands-on nature of this training, clothing may get dirty. Please wear closed toe/heal shoes (boots or tennis shoes are best).
What to Bring: Materials for training and activities are provided by Hope Remains Ranch. You may wish to bring sunscreen, bug spray, or anything else you need to feel
comfortable in an outdoor environment. If possible, please bring a camp chair. Activities and classes will be held in the indoor or outdoor arenas; occasionally will
move into the main barn and training room. All Activities will involve horses.