Coyote Springs is a 30 acre ranchito just east of San Antonio, Texas just 7 minutes off the I-10. Owned by Barbara Whitmire and Vaughan Henderson, we are a family ranch designed to meet the needs of all members of the family, both 4 legged and 2 legged.
We offer a 80'x220' covered arena, with lights, a 140x 250 jumping stadium with a full course of fences, and 20 acres of cross-country jumps, water, bank, and ditch complexes up to Novice/Training level. There are great paths for hacking and conditioning.
Our barn has 14 12x12 stalls that can all open up to become 12x24 stalls. The shade, location, and cross-breeze make this barn a dream even in the middle of a hot Texas summer, but it stays sheltered and cozy through the winters. We also have 7 30-amp RV hookups.
We are open for schooling, boarding and lay-overs for those traveling through.
We host everything from derby's, clinics, and small hunter jumper shows to blacksmithing and blademaking clinics.
Come on out and join the fun!!
Coyote Springs2026 Calendar
2026Calendar
Carsten Meyer Clinic Feb 22-23,2026
Feb 29th Derby/CT/Ride a Test #1
Aug 29th Derby Postponed till Sept 26th #coronocopalypse
Sept 26th Derby/CT/Ride a Test #2
Oct. 31st Derby/CT/Ride a Test #3(Halloween Pony Costume Class!!)
Lellie Ward "Ride Better" Clinic Nov 21-22nd
Hawley Bennett Clinic Dec. 12-13th
COVID 19 STATEMENT:
We will be hosting 2 more shows this year Sept 26th and Oct 31. New protocols will be in place for individual rider and family safety. Procedures, documentation and announcements will be forthcoming. Please be patient, we are doing the best we can in these unprecedented times. COYOTE SPRINGS IS STILL OPEN FOR SCHOOLING BY APPOINTMENT. We are still doing the very best we can to support our riders, families and horses. We love and miss you all.
There are 4 different ways to compete at each show:
*The Coyote Springs Derbies: The Derbies are a two phase competition: Dressage and Stadium/Cross country combined. Cross country designed by USEF/USEA "r" certified cross country designer. Rules to follow USEA/GHCTA guidelines. The Derbies are recognized by the GHCTA and will count towards their associations Year End Awards, please go to ghcta.com for membership application. In order for the Derby to count towards year end awards, you MUST be a member before the competition begins!! NO EXCEPTIONS! XC vest, helmets, all approved safety equipment must be worn for jumping.
*Combined Tests: For riders who only want to compete in Dressage and stadium jumping. These will follow the heights/tests for the Derbies. Ribbons 1-6th place separate from the Derby.
*Ride a Tests: Riders may ride any dressage test USEA tests BN-Prelim, USDF Intro A - 4th level. Dressage judges are "L"qualified. If you would like to participate in the Ride a Test portion of the show, please include tests you will be riding on the entry form.
*Schooling Hunter Equitation Class definition
This class will be judged over a course of 8 jumps set at the same height. Jumps will consist of verticals and ramped oxers with the back rail of the oxers set at the class height. There will not be any combination jumps set at 2 strides or less. Courtesy circles upon entry and exit are permitted. Proper diagonals and leads are important and simple changes on course will not be penalized when executed promptly and effectively. Ponies and small horses will not be penalized for adding strides in lines as long as they are consistent and safe.
***ALL FORMS AND DOCUMENTS ARE AVAILABLE TO PRINT ON LAST PAGE OF WEBSITE***
Please do not attempt to print the flyers from the info pages.
Coyote Springs is open daily for schooling by appointment ONLY
Please contact [email protected] or Barb at 210-213-8514
****** SCHOOLING POLICY****
All riders under the age of 21 must be supervised by a qualified full time instructor who is familiar with the working students situation. The instructor MUST carry liability insurance (certificate of insurance needs to be presented at time of schooling). The insurance must extend their coverage to schooling at Coyote Springs. By signing the release of liability for minor, the instructor assumes all liability for those they are instructing and holds Coyote Springs harmless for any incident that might result from their activities while at Coyote Springs.
NOTICE: THIS IS AN EQUINE FACILITY. All activities on these grounds are subject to the Equine Inherent Risk Law. By your presence on these grounds you have indicated that you have accepted the limits of liability resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities. THIS IS NOT A SPECTATOR AREA. All persons in this area will be regarded as participants and limited by the INHERENT RISKS LAW.
Haul in fee $30.00 per horse : PAYPAL: [email protected]/ VENMO: @Barb-Whitmire
$10.00 daystall/$15.00 overnight stall
Must have current coggins
Coyote Springs releases and haul in fees MUST be signed/paid BEFORE riding..
Helmets must be worn at all times while mounted and vests if schooling XC
RV hookups available $20.00/day
Coyote Springs
327 Cowey Ranch Rd, Seguin, TX 78155
