Dakota's Summer Timeline ( Real )

production_start
August 24, 2014

Filming of Dakota's Summer Begins

Principal photography for the movie Dakota's Summer started.

release
August 18, 2015

Dakota's Summer Movie Release

Dakota's Summer was officially released to the public in theaters and on DVD.

Dakota's Summer Timeline ( Fictional )

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Summer 2012

Dakota Joins Her Family's Ranch

Dakota returns to her family ranch to help with the summer work and the horses.

relationship
Early Summer 2012

Dakota Meets Shane

Dakota meets Shane, a ranch hand, and they begin to develop a close friendship and partnership.

training
Mid Summer 2012

Dakota Trains Horses For Competition

Dakota trains the family’s horses in preparation for a local rodeo competition.

competition
Late Summer 2012

Rodeo Competition Day

Dakota competes in the rodeo competition showcasing her horsemanship skills.

victory
Late Summer 2012

Dakota and Shane Win the Rodeo Tag Team

Dakota and Shane win the tag team event at the rodeo, solidifying their partnership and Dakota's confidence.

decision
End of Summer 2012

Dakota Decides to Stay on the Ranch

After the summer, Dakota decides to stay and continue working on the ranch and with the horses.