The screenplay by Janet Maclean was adapted from an original story by Tab Hunter, who also co-produced and played a supporting role.

There she comes to love spending time with the animals until an automobile accident disables her and her favorite horse Jet.

This film was the second project brought to the screen (the first being Lust in the Dust) by Glaser/Hunter Productions, owned by Tab Hunter and his life partner Allan Glaser.

[3] Director Hemmings insisted on shooting in his home base of Sun Valley, Idaho, where he was surrounded by an entourage offering strong support.

[5] TV Guide wrote the film "does succeed in presenting a tale of overcoming adversity and growing up.