About Our Team

Rob and Ashley – Ranch Managers

Rob and Ashley were first introduced to the dude ranch industry in 2006 while searching for post college adventures working seasonal jobs. Realizing they wanted it to be more than a summer job, they made their way to Idaho and joined the Red Horse Mountain Ranch team in 2008. They both worked in various roles over the years and eventually became the Ranch Managers in 2015.

Their favorite thing about Red Horse Mountain Ranch is how accessible outdoor moments are here because they see the value in how good it is for someone to just get outside and be in nature. They also enjoy being leaders to a wonderful team and seeing how everyone’s individual talents and experiences come together to make this place such a special place to visit.

They are thankful they get to work together with their children never too far away in such a unique location with a wonderful community of Harrison just up the road. Lane and Gavin would say their favorite things about Red Horse would be the Thursday night kids program campfire, burger day, fishing and swimming at our pond, the kids program horseback rides, meeting friends from all over the world, and the endless access to grass and mud stains.

Lauren – Kitchen Manager

Lauren came from Lakewood, WA before gaining her culinary experience and education through the Western Culinary Institute in Portland, OR, a former Le Cordon Bleu school. In 2007, she found her way to Red Horse through an internship requirement for graduation. Since Lauren had never been to Idaho, it seemed like an interesting place to spend a summer, and in her words, “I never left!”.

Lauren was the Baker for years, so almost all the pastry creations you enjoy here are a collection of her tried and true recipes! Incredibly good with math and measurements, she has recipes down to a science. Lauren is not only an accomplished baker, the meals she oversees never disappoint. She stands for a high quality experience for our guests and her team appreciates her calm, practical kitchen leadership.

One of her favorite things about being part of the ranch is the opportunity to meet new people and watching them fall in love with Red Horse Mountain Ranch, just as she had so many years ago. She also claims to have the best office view of the valley from the kitchen and is the creator of our Recipe Book for sale in the Trading Post!

Tim – Dinner Chef

Tim is a man of many hats and has been a part of the team since 2008. Raised in Sheldon, Wisconsin, Tim meandered his way to Idaho through many adventures and it was ultimately his sister Ashley that convinced him to come “hang out in Idaho for the summer” with her and Rob. Just one summer right?!

He first worked in Maintenance and as a Wrangler in the summer, but then began spending winters working under talented and humble chefs at various resorts throughout the country. Eventually he took the position of the Chef at Red Horse and continues to blow everyone away with his culinary brilliance! This guy knows how to cook and we are so thankful he shares this gift with us through the meals he creates.

Not only is he extremely talented in the kitchen, he is an avid outdoorsman and very involved in the Harrison community as well.

Jim (Jimbeau) – Maintenance

Jimbeau is the longest tenured team member at Red Horse. He knows the property inside and out, is super creative with his amazing carpentry work, and the master of many trades. Always helpful and able to fix everything out of nothing, he makes this place go! His upbringing as a New Englander provided him with numerous skills that helps the ranch keep up appearances and functionality. He is also known as the best bonfire maker west of the Mississippi.

Of the countless memories Jimbeau has at the ranch, his favorites are meeting new people, making great friends, and guests expressing their sadness to leave because they loved their stay so much. Outside Red Horse, Jim loves spending time outdoors, hiking, camping, hunting and volunteering his time in the community.

Mandy – Reservations Manager

Mandy is a native New Englander who relocated to the Inland Northwest in 2016. Versed in insurance, television and the hospitality industries, she began working at Red Horse in 2018, eventually finding her niche as Reservations Manager.

When you call the ranch to make a reservation – she is the person you talk to and when you show up on Sunday she’s there to greet you! Ready to help make your trip here as seamless as possible, you will be glad to get talk to her on the phone to chat. From helping arrange an anniversary or birthday cake during your stay, to making sure you have the directions to get here – Mandy is there for our guests!

Mandy’s favorite memories about the ranch are making connections with people from all over the world and having some of the best colleagues, ones who share a simple life and being kind to others. Outside the ranch, Mandy enjoys traveling to National Parks, hiking, going to concerts and rooting for New England sports teams. She loves to surround herself in the year-round beauty of Harrison with her family. Fun fact: Thanks to a 4th grade music teacher, Mandy can name all 50 states in alphabetical order and Jimbeau is her cousin!

Jonah (Tex) – Barn Manager

“Tex” is originally from Huntsville, TX and was first hired as a Kids Program Wrangler after graduating from Sam Houston State University in Agricultural Engineering Technology and Secondary Education. In 2021, Jonah was hired as the Barn Manager and currently oversees the guided activities and the outstanding team of Wranglers.

Always ready to step in to help, Tex knows how to be there for his team. Not only will you see him doing chores and lifting saddles right alongside the Wranglers, you may see him doing dishes one night with the kitchen department or playing guitar and singing at the campfire.

Idaho is the perfect fit for Jonah’s love of the outdoors. He enjoys hunting, fishing and hiking in his down time, and if you’re within earshot, a spontaneous belting out of any Garth Brooks tune may be heard.

Hannah – Breakfast and Lunch Chef

Annaka – Herd Manager