Today we’d like to introduce you to Landry Harris
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My journey began while I was stuck in the grind of a 9-5 corporate job, feeling like a prisoner in my own cubicle. But when my family planned a trip to a ranch in Montana, I was thrilled—horses had been my passion since childhood. Little did I know, this vacation would change everything. On my first ride, disaster struck: our wrangler got injured and was unable to work, creating an unexpected opportunity. Though I had always dreamed of working on a ranch out West, I never thought it would be more than a fantasy. But on the way to Montana, I joked with my family, “I’m not coming back home.” Turns out, that joke was prophetic. The head wrangler offered me the job, and without a second thought, I said, “1000% yes.” I returned home, packed up my life, and soon found myself working on my dream ranch. Since then, I’ve honed new skills, grown as a horseman, and spent my summers living a life I once thought was out of reach.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The journey was anything but smooth—more like a rollercoaster of uncertainty and growth. For someone who’s terrified of change, stepping into the unknown felt like a total departure from the “normal” me. I had to re-learn things I thought I already knew and face practices that clashed with everything I was taught growing up. Add to that being in a place where I didn’t know a soul, you have a challenge for sure. The equine world, can be judgmental at times and if you’re not careful, it’s easy to get lost among people who’ll look down on you for not knowing something “basic.” But I was lucky to find a supportive crew who reminded me that with horses, you’re never done learning. There were days I wanted to walk away, times I thought, “This just isn’t for me,” and moments where I doubted my abilities—especially last winter. But through all the bumps and bruises, I came out the other side stronger, more confident, and more sure of myself than I ever imagined.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m living the dream working with horses, and it still feels surreal after two years! My days are filled with everything from medical care and training to taking groups of guests on scenic trail rides, and currently managing a small horse ranch. I’m learning more about the challenges of working with problem horses, learning their behaviors and finding ways to connect with them. Teaching new horses is just as rewarding, especially when you get to work with the sassy mares that some shy away from. It’s a job that keeps you on your toes, yet every day feels like an adventure.
So, before we go, how can our readers or others connect or collaborate with you? How can they support you?
I love to volunteer and further my understanding of horses and their minds. I’m currently looking for a trainer who needs/wants an intern: Someone I can learn from and grow my knowledge with!
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @lanndrryniicolee
