Stay Wild Benefit Weekend featuring Grammy Award-winning Sierra Ferrell
Immerse yourself in the Stay Wild Weekend experiences at The Lodge at Blue Sky’s 4,000-acre ranch, then retreat to Goldener Hirsch, our neighboring Auberge Collection property just 30 minutes away, for a luxurious stay in the heart of Deer Valley.
This curated collection of experiences includes the Stay Wild Benefit Concert featuring Grammy Award winner Sierra Ferrell, intimate farm-to-table dining, equine encounters, educational workshops and meaningful gatherings – guests are invited to connect with the spirit of the American West while supporting a cause rooted in compassion, stewardship and conservation.
All Stay Wild programming takes place at The Lodge at Blue Sky. Guests joining us for the full weekend are invited to stay nearby at Goldener Hirsch, our Auberge Collection property in Deer Valley, approximately 30 minutes away, with complimentary transportation to and from the weekend’s signature experiences.
Curate your Weekend
Join us for the weekend in the way that suits you best. Pair the full Stay Wild experience with an overnight stay at Goldener Hirsch, reserve the complete weekend of programming while arranging your own accommodations, or select individual experiences à la carte.
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Stay at Goldener Hirsch | Blue Sky Signature Experiences
Make Stay Wild a weekend escape with luxury accommodations at Goldener Hirsch in Deer Valley and access to the weekend’s signature experiences at The Lodge at Blue Sky.
- Your Stay Wild package includes accommodations at Goldener Hirsch, VIP admission to the Stay Wild Benefit Concert featuring Sierra Ferrell, Gracie’s Farm Dinner, Horse Thief Cocktail Hour, Morning Wellness Ritual, Saving Gracie Immersive Rescue Horse Workshop and Saving Gracie Wild Herd Visit.
- Complimentary transportation between Goldener Hirsch and The Lodge at Blue Sky is included throughout the weekend.
- Reserve Your Overnight Stay at Goldener Hirsch
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Stay Wild Experience Pass
Already have accommodations? Reserve the Stay Wild Experience Pass for access to the weekend’s signature programming at The Lodge at Blue Sky.
- The Experience Pass includes admission to the Stay Wild Benefit Concert featuring Sierra Ferrell, Gracie’s Farm Dinner, Horse Thief Cocktail Hour, Morning Wellness Ritual, Saving Gracie Immersive Rescue Horse Workshop and Saving Gracie Wild Herd Visit.
- Concert admission is available with your choice of VIP or General Admission.
- Please note: Accommodations are not included with the Experience Pass.
- Purchase Weekend Experience Pass
Choose Your Tickets & Stay Wild Experiences at Blue Sky
Prefer to join us for part of the weekend? Select individual Stay Wild experiences at The Lodge at Blue Sky.
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Stay Wild Benefit Concert featuring Sierra Ferrell | VIP
Friday, October 2Enjoy VIP admission to the Stay Wild Benefit Concert featuring Sierra Ferrell, including premium seating, access to the silent auction, local food trucks, live entertainment, beverage vouchers and an exclusive commemorative gift bag.
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Stay Wild Benefit Concert featuring Sierra Ferrell | General Admission
Friday, October 2Join us for the Stay Wild Benefit Concert featuring Sierra Ferrell, with local food trucks and access to the silent auction.
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Gracie’s Farm Dinner
Saturday, October 3Gather at Gracie’s Farm for an intimate multi-course dinner thoughtfully prepared by The Lodge at Blue Sky culinary team, with optional curated wine pairings.
A Weekend with Purpose
Stay Wild with Gracie benefits the Saving Gracie Equine Healing Foundation and American Wild Horse Conservation – two organizations united by a shared commitment to protecting horses at every stage of their journey. Together, they represent a holistic vision of equine care – from individual rescue to landscape-scale preservation – helping ensure horses continue to find safety, refuge and the freedom to thrive for generations to come.
About Saving Gracie Equine Healing Foundation
Founded in 2014 by Blue Sky owner Barb Phillips, Saving Gracie rescues, rehabilitates and provides lifelong sanctuary to neglected, abused and abandoned horses, pairing advanced veterinary care with gentle, natural-horsemanship healing.
About American Wild Horse Conservation
American Wild Horse Conservation is a leading advocate for the humane, in-the-wild protection of America’s wild horses and burros on public lands, advancing science-based conservation, policy reform and legal action to keep wild herds free and protected for generations to come.
Stay at Goldener Hirsch: Your Home for the Stay Wild Weekend
For assistance with accommodations, please call 800.252.3373 or email [email protected].
Stay Wild Weekend Experience Pass Itinerary
Stay at Goldener Hirsch. Experience the weekend at The Lodge at Blue Sky.
Each day, complimentary transportation will connect guests staying at Goldener Hirsch with the Stay Wild experiences taking place across The Lodge at Blue Sky’s 4,000-acre ranch.
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Friday, October 2 | Welcome + Stay Wild Benefit Concert
- 3PM | Arrive & Settle In at Goldener Hirsch – Settle into your accommodations at Goldener Hirsch in Deer Valley before complimentary transportation brings you to The Lodge at Blue Sky for the evening’s events.
- 5:30PM | Horse Thief Cocktail Hour at Blue Sky – Enjoy cocktails with Barb Phillips, “The Horse Thief” herself, and fellow guests before the evening’s signature concert. Hosted by Saving Gracie, the gathering features Horse Thief cocktails and welcome remarks from Barb Phillips and Patricia Miller, Executive Director of American Wild Horse Conservation.
- 6:30PM | Stay Wild Benefit Concert featuring Sierra Ferrell – Come together at The Lodge at Blue Sky for an unforgettable evening dedicated to protecting horses through rescue, rehabilitation and conservation. Enjoy live entertainment from four-time Grammy Award-winning artist Sierra Ferrell, along with food trucks, a silent auction and a gathering of guests united around a shared cause.
- Following the evening’s festivities, complimentary transportation returns overnight guests to Goldener Hirsch.
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Saturday, October 3 | Wellness, Horses & Gracie’s Farm
- 8AM | Morning Wellness Ritual – Begin the day at The Lodge at Blue Sky with a 45-minute aromatherapy yoga practice designed to awaken the body, center the mind and encourage mindful movement.
- 10:30AM | Saving Gracie Immersive Rescue Horse Workshop – Experience the heart of Saving Gracie through an exclusive, behind-the-scenes workshop with rescued horses. Meet the horses, hear their stories and gain a deeper understanding of the rehabilitation and daily care that helps them thrive.
- 2:30PM | Choose your Experience – Spend the afternoon at your leisure before the evening’s gathering. Guests may choose to enjoy additional experiences at Blue Sky or return to Goldener Hirsch and explore Deer Valley.
- 5:30PM | Gracie’s Farm Dinner – Gather around the table at Gracie’s Farm for an intimate evening of seasonal cuisine and meaningful connection. Celebrate the continued work and lasting impact of Saving Gracie and American Wild Horse Conservation over a multi-course dinner thoughtfully prepared by The Lodge at Blue Sky culinary team.
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Sunday, October 4 | A Meaningful Farewell
- 10:30AM | Saving Gracie Wild Herd Visit – Return to The Lodge at Blue Sky for one final experience before departing. Spend time with the Saving Gracie wild herd and experience firsthand the missions at the heart of the weekend—a memorable conclusion centered on connection, conservation and the remarkable horses Stay Wild seeks to protect.
- 12PM | Farewell Brunch at Yuta – Savor one final taste of Blue Sky with brunch at Yuta before beginning your journey home. Settle in over refined mountain cuisine inspired by the season, with locally sourced ingredients and fresh produce from Gracie’s Farm bringing the flavors of the surrounding landscape to the table.
Join Us at The Lodge at Blue Sky
Whether you choose the complete Experience Pass or join us for individual events, all Stay Wild programming takes place at The Lodge at Blue Sky. For assistance with the Experience Pass or individual event tickets, please call 866.296.8998 or email [email protected].
