find yourself
at Blue Star Ranch
A Life-Changing Destination
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina between downtown Cashiers and downtown Highlands, we are ideally situated to offer luxurious amenities in a lush mountain setting.
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RingLeader Equine Coaching
Our cornerstone program is available by private appointments with Dr. Trish Ring or one of our accomplished coaches. Discover what your horse has to teach you about yourself.
Equine Coaching
Trish Ring, Ph. D.
An accomplished educator, therapist, and a sophisticated coach, Trish loves to work with peers to uncover the beauty of experiential learning with her beloved herd of horses.
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Book a retreat for your group or attend one of our partner events.
Corporate Events
Partner Events
Are you a professional coach or speaker interested in hosting your own event at the ranch?
Partner with Us"Blue Star Ranch is a little slice of heaven. It was almost surreal as I drove over the hill and could see the ranch through the mist. Every member of the staff made me feel welcome and cared for."
Ellen Yale More Success Stories
Upcoming Event
RingLeader Equine Coach Training launches its inaugural class in 2017!
If you love your work as a therapist or coach, are naturally process oriented, and are drawn to work with horse, then this training is for you.
September 9-17
TrishBits 34: 3 Traps that Keep You Stuck
Are you dancing as fast as you can, doing the ballet of soothing ruffled feathers, doling out tough love when it’s time, and lending a listening ear while you’re mentally tallying your To Do list?
Upcoming Event: Wild Courage
Join Master Coach Carla Robertson and Equus Coach Leslie Vanderpool for an energizing and restorative weekend of courage and wonder.
It’s time to reconnect with your Wild Courage.