January through March, Grants Farm is open for Private Behind-the-Scenes and Clydesdale Close-Up Tours. To be able to qualify for one of these hits a Budweiser must have a flat-talented, robust, shapely horse-like look, at least four years old, 18 hands at the groin, at least 72 inches, 183 cm, and weight between 1,800 and 2,300 pounds(820 to 1,140 kg). Both attractions are open seasonally. google_ad_width = 728; Were excited to bring this one-of-a-kind experience back to guests, said Mark Boese, herd supervisor at Warm Springs Ranch. What to Expect To plan your visit, please check our hours, calendar, and special tour options below. The Budweiser farm is located in St. Louis, Missouri. Hungry? The hitch of Clydesdales that calls New Hampshire home is one of several owned by Budweiser, which offers tours of three of its U.S. breweries. The horses comfort is improved with air-cushioned suspension and thick rubber flooring, and cameras allow the drivers to watch the horses during transportation. Jeff Knapper, the general manager for Clydesdale operations at Anheuser-Busch, said a team of Clydesdales had practiced for several months near Jackson Hole, Wyo, to prepare for the commercial shoot. google_ad_channel =""; However, the company reversed its position after They are based out of St. According to the Breeders of the USA, some of them can sell for as little as $1,000. Louis, Missouri, Menifee, California, San Diego, California, Merrimack, New The breed of horse known as the colecole are gentle and easy to handle, but they are also strong and hardy. More than 300 years ago, this imposing breed was first developed for farm work in the region of Clydesdale, Scotland. // --> . The 40 pounds of lines held by the driver plus the tension of the horses pulling creates a weight of more than 75 pounds. // -->