Embracing Bravery, Kindness, and Community: Cherri Appleby's Journey with Horses From Hollywood to Ghost Rock Ranch!

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Join hosts Victoria and Josh Williams on The Herd is Calling podcast for an inspiring conversation with Cherri Applebee, owner of Ghost Rock Ranch in Bend, Oregon.

Cherri shares her remarkable journey of becoming a film and video producer and fulfilling her lifelong dream of starting a ranch. Learn about the joys and challenges of horse care, the importance of community, and the therapeutic benefits of equine interactions. Discover how Cherri's philosophy of kindness and bravery shapes her interactions with both horses and people. 💖✨

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:03 Meet Cherri Applebee: A Life in Film and Ranching

00:28 Cheri's Early Inspirations and Family Background

01:22 Daily Life at Ghost Rock Ranch

02:06 The Unique Bond with Horses

03:35 Creating a Positive Culture at the Ranch

04:42 Understanding Horse Behavior and Communication

06:38 Cheri's Journey with Horses and Community Impact

14:12 Early Adventures and Influences

21:34 Building Ghost Rock Ranch: Dreams and Challenges

28:53 The Power of Community

29:36 Creating a Welcoming Environment

29:54 Intentional Community Building

30:37 Neighborly Support and Collaboration

31:38 Effort and Intention in Building Community

32:30 Curiosity and Collaboration

33:45 Lessons from Horses

35:47 Stories of Healing and Connection

39:57 Expanding Community Outreach

41:57 Therapeutic Benefits of Horses

43:50 Future Plans and Vision

53:37 Final Reflections and Gratitude

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Reach Cherie here:  https://www.ghostrockranch.com/

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