- High comfort accommodation
- Indoor pool
- Hot tub
- Tennis court
- Stunning landscapes
- Many activities
Located in a truly beautiful part of the world with an abundance of nature, clean fast moving water, green fields and breathtaking mountain vistas you find a spectacular 35,000 acres guest ranch which offers the invigorating lifestyle of a working cattle ranch and reining horse training facilities - with exceptional lodgings and cuisine of a world-class resort. The ranch offers a whole world of fun things to see and do, including a complete range of horseback riding programs, hiking, mountain bikes, fly fishing, tennis, heated pool, hot tub, fitness facility or book a massage, its your vacation experience with true western hospitality.
Here you can horseback ride to your heart's content, explore trails through the woods, crisscross the plateau or wander along a riverbank. How you spend your day is up to you. But no matter what you choose, you'll have the time of your life.
The ranch offers a variety of riding lessons for all riding abilities. While the Wranglers strive to make you a better rider on every ride, you also have the option of taking a lesson in one of the ranches many riding arenas. The controlled environment in an arena provides a great opportunity for riders to hone their skills under the supervision of an instructor.
In the evening there is something for everyone. Whether that is a relaxing glass of wine on the porch, a beer at the Saloon with the rest of the crew, or getting involved in the ranches one of a kind evening program. Whether you’re a spectator or a participant you are guaranteed to be entertained.
Singles, families and couples are all welcome !
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HORSEBACK RIDING TRAIL RIDE IN CANADA
INDICATIVE ITINERARY *
Guests can enjoy horseback riding at all levels, hiking, river rafting, mountain biking, fly fishing, tennis, trap shooting, swimming, kids programs, archery, wildlife viewing, golf, pool, a wide variety of tours - or simply do nothing at all. The ranch also features a heated indoor pool, a hot tub, and a complete fitness facility. In addition to daytime activities, evening events include ranch casino nights, campfire nights, volleyball games, reining horse demos, fire engine games and other experiences. Guests can also head over to the ranch’s Saloon for a cold beer, wines from British Columbia or around the world, or their favorite drink. The Ranch Store carries a full line of western gear and logo wear. Cowboy boot rentals are also available through the store.
Please, note that there are no activities on arrival or departure days.
Day 1 (Sunday): Arrival.
Check-in at 3pm. After you check in and get settled into your cabin you will have a little time to explore. The bar will open at 6:00pm for a meet and greet with your hosts. This is also a great opportunity to meet the other guests for the week. Dinner is served at 6:30pm. After dinner Tyler will give a ranch orientation and answer questions about the upcoming week. The Ranch store will then be open, and boot rentals are available
Day 2 (Monday): Horse Orientation.
After breakfast everyone will meet at the corrals for the horse orientation. This is where you will meet 
your wranglers and your horse. Your tack will be sized and adjusted before heading out for your morning ride. While riding is never mandatory, it is always an option and rides go out every morning and every afternoon. The morning rides will return back to the ranch in time for lunch. After lunch you will have the option of the afternoon ride, or the guided hike to the Perry Creek waterfalls. Both will have you back to the ranch late in the afternoon. Every evening, the bar is open for happy hour, before dinner is served at 6:30pm. Wranglers vs. guest Volleyball game to follow.
Day 3 (Tuesday): Ride and optional Rafting Trip.
Morning rides will leave after breakfast. Rides will start to be broken into more advanced groups, and fast rides will be available for guests that qualify. Afternoon ride or rafting trip. The St. Mary rafting trip will leave just after lunch and return to the ranch late afternoon. After dinner, fire engine games.
Day 4 (Wednesday): Riding, Shooting and Reining Demonstartion.
Breakfast Ride: rides leave the corral around 8:30am and ride a short distance to a hot breakfast. For those who prefer, there is a hike and/or a van that also go to the breakfast area. After breakfast riders will head out for their morning ride. Afternoon ride, or trap and skeet shooting. The trap range is located on the ranch and guests have the opportunity to shoot trap under the supervision of an instructor. After dinner, Reining horse demo. Your hosts will perform a reining horse demonstration. You'll be amazed at what these horses are capable of.
Day 5 (Thursday): Ride and optional Rafting Trip.
Morning rides will leave after breakfast. Afternoon Ride or rafting trip. The St. Mary rafting trip will leave just after lunch and return to the ranch late afternoon. After dinner, archery and campfire.
Day 6 (Friday): Full day Ride
Morning Ride or all day ride. Riders will have the option to take the all day ride or just a morning ride. Anyone not on the all day ride will have the option to take the van down and meet the all day riders for lunch on the river. In the evening, steak BBQ followed by Casino Night.
Day 7 (Saturday): Departure. Breakfast and checkout by 10:30am.
* Indicative itinerary, that may be adapted to the weather conditions, other conditions, your riding level, your desires ...
MEETING:
Sunday directly at the ranch in the afternoon after 3 p.m. Complimentary airport transfer from Cranbrook Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) between 2pm and 10pm.
DEPARTURE:
Saturday after breakfast. Complimentary airport transfer to Cranbrook Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC): departure at 10:30 am.
CAR RENTAL:
We recommend car rental at advantageous rates on the site www.autoeurope.fr.
FLIGHTS:
Flights to Canada are not included in our prices: it is generally more interesting to book your flights yourself, a flight package included is generally more expensive with agency commissions. However, we are at your disposal to help you find the best rates or offer you a trip with transport included on request: free service.
RIDING LEVEL: 
This stay is accessible to all levels, but to take full advantage of this stay, we recommend that you be independent on horseback and comfortable at the three gaits (walk / trot / canter). For less experienced riders, you will alternate arena sessions with an instructor. The trail rides are done in groups of levels, from 2 to 8 riders per group.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:
It is mandatory that every rider wear boots for safety reasons. If you don't have boots, the ranch offers cowboy boots for rent at the ranch store. Helmets can be provided. Wearing a helmet is compulsory for anyone aged 12 and under.
RYTHM:
4 to 6 hours on horseback on average per day. 2-3 hours in the morning, 2-3 hours in the afternoon.
GROUPS:
From 3 to 8 riders.
MANAGEMENT:
A wrangler accompanies the rides, an instructor supervises the arena sessions. The whole team speaks only English.
HORSES:
The Ranch has more than 100 horses, which makes it possible to best adapt the horses to the level and experience of each rider. Your horse is "your" horse for the week!
TACK:
Western.
ACCOMMODATION: 
This is a stationary ride, so all nights are spent in the same location.
The ranch is an upscale guest facility with attractive guest cabins overlooking the central lawn area and the ranch’s world-class guest lodge. Built in 1989, this ranch offers the perfect blend of western culture and modern convenience. Endless options on site: enjoy the saloon for a drink, recreation lounge to relax, fitness center, public library, indoor pool, outdoor hot tub, tennis court, volleyball court, and more! This special part of the world offers an abundance of nature, clean, rushing water, green fields, and breathtaking mountain views. So feel free to relax or adventure every day- it'll up to you!
Each of the spacious log cabin emphasize comfort, relaxation, and the best in amenities. Newly renovated in 2013, all of the guest cabins feature a comfortable seating area, hand-built log furniture, spa linens, fully renovated private bathrooms, 36” flat screen televisions with satellite reception and 100+ channels, free WiFi, a refrigerator, coffee pot, hair dryer, and a covered front porch with chairs for relaxing. Daily housekeeping service is provided in all guest cabins and public laundry facility available for a small fee.
MEALS:
All meals are included and the ranch’s staff specializes in dining with an upscale flair.
Dining ranges from traditional homemade favorites to BBQ steak cookouts and Mexican cuisine. The in-house chef specializes in fresh breads and homemade desserts. Most meals are served buffet style, although family seating and private dining are options as well.
Usually, breakfast and dinners are eaten at the ranch and lunches are eaten on the trail.
Breakfast: The day begins with your choice of a light breakfast or a meal to fill you up for the day. We provide fresh fruit, cereal, yogurt, and oatmeal for those that prefer something simple. Our hot breakfast menu varies from pancakes & waffles to bacon, sausages, and eggs. Weekly breakfast rides are generally a favorite. Enjoy fresh blueberry pancakes cooked on an open grill out on the trail. There is just something about the morning fresh air to entice an appetite.
Lunch: Return from your morning ride for a delicious midday meal. We offer hot or cold entrees, fresh salads, BBQ cookouts, and some of the best cookies and dessert squares you have ever tasted! Remember to pack a few extra treats for your afternoon ride.
Dinner: The most social time at the Ranch, this is a time to sit back, relax and enjoy another exquisite meal. Freshly baked breads and salads with a selection of vegetables and meats will impress even the most discerning connoisseurs. Our fantastic homemade desserts will end your perfect day on a sweet note.
Drinks are available for an additional cost at the bar.
Dietary Restrictions: We can cater to most dietary restrictions if given prior notice.
2023 PRICE / PER PERSON *:
In shared bedroom:14/05 to 10/06 and 10/09 to 30/09:
2600 € / person
11/06 to 24/06 and 27/08 to 09/09:
3100 € / person
25/06 to 26/08:
3700 € / person
All dates:
Single bedroom supplement: 750 €
Booking fees: 15 €
* The prices are calculated on the basis of $ may vary downwards or upwards at the time of your reservation, depending on the $/€ exchange rate.
PRICES INCLUDE:
Horse and tack rental, supervision, accommodation, all meals from Sunday evening to Saturday morning, transfers from/to Cranbrook airport at fixed times, taxes, the financial guarantee of your payments by our surety 'travel agent.
PRICES DON'T INCLUDE:
Individual insurance, drinks, mandatory tips (10 to 15% highly recommended), private riding lessons on request, optional massages and treatments, all optional activities, transportation to/from the ranch or Cranbrook Airport, Transfers to/from Cranbrook Airport out of schedule, generally anything not listed in "prices include".
INSURANCE (if you don't already have one):
We offer to European citizens (only) Chapka insurances:
Cap Security: full insurance with cancellation. Cap Cancellation: cancellation only.
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