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Two fluffy Highland coos at the fence under a blue sky, one wearing a daisy flower crown
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Private family-owned ranch · Moorpark, California

Fluffy coos, rainbow eggs & rolling hills to roam.

Located in the rolling hills of Moorpark, home to Ferguson and Poppy the Scottish Highland Coos, a Hen Den full of colorful layers, and Mortoise the Sulcata Tortoise. Visit for hands-on animal experiences, homeschool educational tours and field trips, photoshoots, parties and events, or book the ranch as a filming location.

Book a Visit Meet the Animals

The residents

Meet the animals who run the place.

Every one of them has a name, a personality and a favorite snack. Here is who you will meet on your visit.

Ferguson & Poppy, Scottish Highland Coos

Scottish Highland Coos

Ferguson & Poppy

Our shaggy welcoming committee. Poppy is the bigger of the two, with a rusty red coat. Ferguson is smaller, honey-blonde and just as fluffy. Both will do just about anything for a scoop of Coo Candy.

  • Favorite treat: Coo Candy, our molasses-covered grains
  • Their double coat keeps them cozy year-round
  • Those bangs are called a "dossan" — it shields their eyes

Photo gallery · 18 photos

The Hen Den, Heritage Chickens

Heritage Chickens

The Hen Den

A busy, chatty flock of heritage hens who lay a literal rainbow — sky blue, olive, chocolate, mint and blush. Every visit includes a peek at the nesting boxes.

  • Eggshell color comes from the breed, not the feed
  • Kids can help gather the day’s eggs
  • Fresh eggs are for sale whenever the hens have laid enough

Photo gallery · 9 photos

Mortoise, Sulcata Tortoise

Sulcata Tortoise

Mortoise

Slow, steady and secretly the star of the ranch. Mortoise patrols the pasture in search of the perfect patch of clover and loves a gentle shell rub.

  • Sulcatas are the third-largest tortoise species on Earth
  • They can live well beyond 70 years
  • Mortoise eats grasses, hay and the occasional hibiscus flower

Photo gallery · 2 photos

From the Hen Den

A carton that looks like a box of crayons.

Each breed in our flock lays its own signature shade. Tap an egg to meet the hen behind the color. Fresh eggs are for sale whenever the hens have laid enough.

Sky Blue eggs come from

Ameraucana hens

Ways to visit

Experiences on the ranch.

Come to learn, to capture a moment, to celebrate or to film. Bring the coos into it, or enjoy the ranch’s private special event area all to yourselves. Tap any experience for the full details.

Hands-On Animal Experiences, Homeschool Tours & Field TripsLearn more

Hands-On Animal Experiences, Homeschool Tours & Field Trips

Hands-on, up-close time with the whole crew, plus fun and games. Brush the coos and feed them Coo Candy, gather eggs in the Hen Den, meet Mortoise and learn how we care for every animal. Homeschool groups can book educational tours, and schools, scouts and clubs can book field trips that make learning about animals and ranch life hands-on.

  • Homeschool educational tours & field trips
  • Coo brushing & Coo Candy feeding
  • Egg gathering in the Hen Den
  • Fun and games for the kids

Ideal for: Families, homeschool groups, schools, scouts & co-ops

Photo gallery · 15 photos

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Photoshoots on the Property

Rolling Moorpark hills, eucalyptus groves, an old Ford tractor, a bridge over the dry creek, breathtaking sunsets and a fluffy Highland coo or two. Bring your own photographer, or let us arrange one of the talented local photographers we work with, and use the whole property as your backdrop.

  • Pastoral hillside views & eucalyptus groves
  • The old Ford tractor & the dry-creek bridge
  • Beautiful sunset backdrops over the hills
  • Supervised time with Ferguson & Poppy

Ideal for: Family portraits, engagements, seniors & milestones

Photo gallery · 24 photos

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Parties, Events & Celebrations

Celebrate with the coos, or have the ranch’s special event area to yourselves for a bigger gathering without the animals. Birthdays and showers can include a coo visit, and we also host corporate gatherings, family BBQs, weddings and more.

  • Smaller parties with a coo visit
  • Larger events without the animals
  • Corporate gatherings, family BBQs & weddings
  • Optional add-ons: Santa Maria BBQ, horse trailer bar, treat machines & photographer

Ideal for: Birthdays, showers, weddings, corporate & family gatherings

Photo gallery · 25 photos

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Filming Location

Need a pastoral backdrop in Ventura County? The ranch is available as a filming location: rolling hills, eucalyptus, big skies, a dry creek with its footbridge and Highland coos on request.

  • Rolling hills & wide-open skies
  • Eucalyptus groves & the dry-creek bridge
  • Highland coos available on request
  • Scout the property in the photo gallery

Ideal for: Film & TV, commercials, music videos & content creators

Photo gallery · 21 photos

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Events at the ranch

Something special on the ridge.

Special events are held on the ranch periodically. Here is what is coming up next.

Redtail Ridge Ranch Vintage Market poster: coming soon to Moorpark, California, with Highland coos in a flower crown. Follow @redtailridgeranch for dates and details.

Coming Spring 2027 · Date to be announced

Vintage Market

A little charm. A little nostalgia. An open-air vintage market in the rolling hills of Moorpark, with antiques, handmade goods, home decor and one-of-a-kind finds, and ranch views all around.

Calling all vendors

We are looking for vintage dealers, makers, artisans and small businesses to join us. Apply below and we will be in touch with dates, booth details and fees.

Questions about vending? Email redtailridgeranch25@gmail.com

Special events
Follow @redtailridgeranch on Instagram for dates & details

Around the ranch

A peek over the fence.

Real moments from the ranch. Pick an album, then tap any photo to see it full size.

Ferguson, Poppy and the rest of the fluffy herd.

Open the full album in Google Photos

Visitor reviews

What our visitors are saying.

Kind words from the families, schools, photographers and party guests who have visited the ranch.

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How a visit works

  1. 01

    Send a request

    Pick an experience and tell us your preferred date and group size.

  2. 02

    We confirm the details

    A family member reaches out to lock in your time and answer any questions.

  3. 03

    Come meet the herd

    Pull up, put on your boots and get ready for coo cuddles and egg hunts.

Before you come

Visiting info.

The practical bits: where, when, what it costs and what to pack.

Where we are

Located in the rolling hills of Moorpark, California. Because this is our private family home, we share the exact address and gate directions once your visit is confirmed.

When you can visit

Every visit is by appointment and private to your group. Each experience has its own days:

  • Hands-On Animal Experiences, Homeschool Tours & Field Trips

    Sunday afternoons and Tuesday–Thursday.

  • Photoshoots on the Property

    With the animals: Sunday afternoons and Tuesday–Thursday. Without the animals: any day your photographer is available.

  • Parties, Events & Celebrations

    Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with some weekdays available.

  • Filming Location

    Contact us for availability.

Private hands-on animal experiences last 1 hour, and homeschool tours and field trips last 2 hours. Photoshoots, parties and events are planned around what you need.

Pricing

  • Hands-On Animal Experiences, Homeschool Tours & Field TripsQuote on request

    Priced per group, with discounts for schools and scouts

  • Photoshoots on the PropertyQuote on request

    Priced per session; your photographer is welcome at no extra charge, or we can arrange one of our local photographers

  • Parties, Events & CelebrationsQuote on request

    Priced by guest count, how long you need the space and whether the coos join. Add-ons are extra

  • Filming LocationQuote on request

    Priced by crew size, days on site and how much of the property you need

What to bring

  • Closed-toe shoes or boots
  • Clothes that can get a little dusty
  • Sunscreen, hats and water bottles
  • Your own food & drink if you would like to picnic
  • A cooler bag if you plan to buy eggs

Ranch rules

  • A family member supervises every animal interaction
  • Please leave pets at home. Our animals get nervous around new dogs
  • Only feed the animals the Coo Candy and treats we provide
  • Keep gates closed behind you

Get in touch

The fastest way to reach us is the booking form. We reply within a day or two.

Send a request

Good to know

Questions from the fence line.

Is the ranch open to drop-in visitors?

We are a private, family-owned ranch, so every visit is by appointment. Send us a request and we will find a time that works for you.

Are the animals safe for small children?

Yes — Ferguson, Poppy, the hens and Mortoise are all gentle and used to visitors. A family member supervises every animal interaction, and we will show little ones the best way to say hello.

What should we wear?

Closed-toe shoes and clothes you do not mind getting a little dusty. It is a working ranch, after all! For photoshoots, we recommend bringing a change of shoes.

What happens if the weather turns?

Safety comes first for both guests and animals. If the weather is not cooperating, we will reschedule your visit at no charge.

Can I bring my own photographer?

Absolutely. Any photographer is welcome to bring clients out to the ranch for a session. Don’t have one? We work with several talented local photographers and can arrange your photoshoot with one of them.

Can we buy eggs?

Yes, whenever the hens have laid enough. Fresh rainbow eggs are available for purchase, so just ask during your visit!

Can we bring food and drinks?

Please do! Guests provide their own food and drink, and you are welcome to enjoy a picnic on the property.

Do you host events without the animals?

Yes. Along with parties featuring the coos, the property hosts larger gatherings without the animals, such as corporate events, family BBQs and weddings.

Can we film at the ranch?

Yes, the ranch is available as a filming location. Choose "Filming Location" in the request form, tell us about your production, and we will follow up.

Plan your visit

Come say hello to the herd.

Tell us a little about what you have in mind and we will get back to you to set a date. Every visit is private, so it is just you, your people and the animals.

A woman and child hand-feeding a Highland coo
What would you like to book?
Choose a date & time Sunday afternoons and Tuesday–Thursday.

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Available Limited, we’ll confirm

All visits are by appointment. We reply within a day or two.