Select Ranches of USA as of December 3, 2014 This guide to ranches was generated by the Ranch Seeker website on December 3, 2014 For the most up to date ranch listings, visit http://www.ranchseeker.com This guide contains the following ranches: United States Arizona Bar 10 Ranch Inc. Rancho Los Baños Adventure Guest Ranch Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch White Stallion Ranch California Coffee Creek Ranch Marble Mountain Ranch Colorado Bar Lazy J Guest Ranch Colorado Trails Ranch Laramie River Ranch Vista Verde Ranch Georgia Southern Cross Guest Ranch Idaho Red Horse Mountain Ranch Western Pleasure Guest Ranch Montana Bar W Guest Ranch Covered Wagon Ranch Hawley Mountain Guest Ranch Travel trade symbols indicating sectors that ranches work with: Tour Operator -2- Travel Agent Wholesale Travel Agents Meeting / Incentive Planners Lone Mountain Ranch The Ranch at Rock Creek New Mexico Burnt Well Guest Ranch Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch Texas The Sugar & Spice Ranch Virginia Shangrila Guest Ranch Wyoming RED REFLET RANCH Spotted Horse Ranch The Hideout Lodge & Guest Ranch Travel trade symbols indicating sectors that ranches work with: Tour Operator -3- Travel Agent Wholesale Travel Agents Meeting / Incentive Planners United States - Arizona Bar 10 Ranch Inc. Basic Information: The Heaton Family has been running cattle on the Arizona Strip for over a century, and they have been hosting guests since the early 1980s. The ranch is fully self-sustained, leaving all public utilities and amenities, including power lines, oiled roads, and telephone lines, 80 miles away. The Bar 10 Ranch generates its own solar power and is fed by one of the only springs on the Arizona Strip, providing the ranch with a constant supply of pure water. Our corporate offices are located in St. George Utah, and all mail should be addressed to: PO BOX 910088, St. George, UT 84791. The Bar 10 staff is a unique blend of Heaton Family members, seasoned cowboys, and enthusiastic college students. All are multi-talented and will care for you, assist with entertainment, and make your Grand Canyon vacation an unforgettable experience. Over the years, the western atmosphere and country hospitality of the Bar 10, combined with the secluded location and grandeur of the Colorado River and Grand Canyon, has attracted individuals and groups looking for a unique gratifying experience. The Bar 10 offers ranch activities, country buffet-style meals, and comfortable lodging facilities. You are invited to the Bar 10 Ranch to enjoy the grandeur, the mystery, and the Old West flavor of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River on the fabled Arizona Strip. Category: Guest Ranch Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.bar10.com Contact Information: Address: Bar 10 Ranch Inc., North Rim of the Grand Canyon, 70 miles south of St. George, UTah, Arizona 86021 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 1-800-582-4139 Business Phone: 1-435-628-4010 Fax: 1-435-628-5124 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 45 Max.No.Guest(group): 60 Minimum Stay(days): 1 Transportation: check with office -4- United States - Arizona Accomodations: Overnight accommodations include 14 Conestoga covered wagons with double mattresses (sleeps 2 comfortably). Each wagon is uniquely named after a historical wagon trail, displaying that trails heritage. They are equipped with an electric lantern, bedding, and a bench seat. Inside the Lodge, we have 5 rooms that are set up dormitory style with two sets of bunk beds (single bed on top with a double bed on bottom). These rooms are each named after well known cattle breeds in the West, and can accommodate couples or families nicely. The Lodge also has a 1,700 square foot deck, and has become a very popular place to sleep under the amazing starlight sky. We can accommodate 45 overnight guests comfortably, and with advanced notice, can arrange for groups as large as 60. We can easily accommodate much larger day groups, not requiring sleeping accommodations. Dining: Mealtime is the perfect opportunity to swap stories, share a laugh, meet new friends and get reacquainted with old ones. Most of the main dishes are cooked in the old-style dutch oven pots that give our food a seasoned flavor. All meals are served buffet style, so no one goes away hungry and not to mention the Bar 10 Gals are the best cooks on the Arizona Strip! Entertainment: Evenings in the company of old friends and new acquaintances, along with the genuine western hospitality for which the Bar 10 is famous, are bound to be among the most treasured memories of your ranch vacation. Evening entertainment varies from casual camaraderie around a campfire, to a boot-stompin' country program with singing, dancing, and much more starring the Bar 10 guys and gals Conference Capacity: 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): 4 1/2 hrs. Las Vegas, NV AirStrip at Ranch: Yes On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 2 1/2 hours Months Open: February, March, April, May, Exception to Months Open: June, July, August, September, October, November Languages: English, German, Spanish Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $100.00-$150.00 (Per night in US dollars) Travel Trade: Travel Agent, Tour Operator Activities and Services: Airstrip on Property, All Terrain Vehicles, Barbecues, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Dancing, Flight Seeing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Nature Trails, White Water Rafting -5- United States - Arizona Rancho Los Baños Adventure Guest Ranch Basic Information: Rancho Los Baños is a 30,000 acre adventure guest ranch and nature travel destination, a genuine Mexican cattle ranch and wilderness preserve located a mere 55 miles south from the southeast Arizona town of Douglas. While we are located in safe, secure northeast Sonora, Mexico, we are so close to southeast Arizona that we would like you to consider our ranch for a possible stay. Our offices are based in Tucson. Through our shuttle service, we personally escort and drive you from Tucson to the ranch and back, leaving the driving to us and the sightseeing to you. We are a new generation guest ranch catering to new generation adventure travelers seeking a fun, thrilling and active holiday. We are a unique, original, exotic and exclusive guest ranch, unlike anything else around. Our adventures are thrilling, challenging, educational, fun-filled and environmentally-friendly. Offering stunning landscapes, scenery and wilderness, with spectacular adventures such as hikes through amazing box canyons in our Canyonlands, backcountry horseback riding through some of the most scenic, otherworldly, exotic and unspoiled land you will ever see, excellent birding and wildlife spotting, kayaking on Lake Angostura, Dark Skies stargazing, incredible geological rock formations/canyons, 2,000 year old dwelling and pictograph sites, diverse plant and animal life, 4x4 jeeping and ecotours, mountain biking, and, of course, amazing rest and relaxation in complete peace, serenity, remoteness and tranquility. With so many diverse habitats, encompassing lake, river, mountain, high desert, box canyon and riparian ecosystems, avid nature lovers are sure to enjoy their stay. While here, you will escape the wired world and enter the natural world. Combined with great lodge, cabin and tent accommodations and service, Mexican hospitality and food that is second to none, close proximity to the United States, staying in pristine and isolated land, and a natural scenery that is spectacular to see, Rancho Los Baños is sure to make your stay an exciting, fun-filled, relaxing and -6- United States - Arizona memorable one. Riding Experience: At the ranch, besides our many scenic nature trails, you can also ride to numerous historical attractions. Our guests visit a 17th century abandoned Jesuit gold mine [at 6,000 feet of elevation with views that go for miles], by the name of San Jose, where many Native American slaves perished. Deep inside a scrub oak, canopy-filled canyon at the foot of 7,500 ft El Pinito Mountain, guests also visit the remains of a 19th century bandit hiding camp where both American and Mexican outlaws went to lay low. After all, the Wild West did not end at the border. You can also ride to 2,000 year old pre-Colombian dwellings full of pictographs, deep inside El Cajon Canyon, or visit a 20 mile long lake, and its dam, built during the Great Depression by the architects and engineers that also built Hoover Dam [the dam is a smaller replica of Hoover]. You can visit the ruins of an early 20th century homestead, with a genuine Model T Ford skeleton gathering rust. At Cat Claw Cliffs, you will ride up to the top, with spectacular 360 degree views. These cliffs and its canyons, the story goes, hold the lost gold of an outlaw on the run, stashing his treasure after robbing a stagecoach. If that is not enough, you can ride to magnificent views of famous El Tigre, a nearby Sierra Madre mountain that acted as Geronimo's [famous Apache chief] Last Stronghold. Indeed, to ride at the ranch is to ride in what was once prime Apache country, where the fierce warriors once rode, camped and lived. At the ranch, after all, you are riding, breathing and living through history. Besides riding through history, you will also ride through a diversity seldom seen at a guest ranch. You will explore pristine wilderness and diverse habitats and have chance encounters with our wildlife, including mountain lion. Guests ride to our high country, passing through vertical sierras, to locations such as Los Toros, “The Bulls,” a mountainous region so remote and secluded few humans have ever seen. Indeed, so remote is this region, that ferrel cattle roam its mountains, seldom, if ever, having seen a single human being. You will also ride to “El Sordo,” “The Deaf Man,” high country so named for the incredible, omnipresent silence and quietness one encounters when there. Down in our Canyonlands, you will ride through stunning, wet, box canyons full of life, with cliff walls -7- United States - Arizona hundreds of feet high. You will ride through rock formations, formed over eons, that are beautiful manifestations of nature as it artistically carves its way through time. Throughout the ranch, you will explore habitats that are varied, diverse and exotic. You will see regions full of desert palm trees, organ pipe cacti, ocotillo forests, sycamore canopies and much more. You will ride through hills covered in knee-high, golden-colored grass, and see a vast collection of high country vegetation. With a riding elevation between 3,200 to 6,000 feet, your entire conception of what a desert is will be radically altered. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch B & B, Horseback Riding Only, Working Ranch, Adventure Riding Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.tierrachamahuaecoadventures.com/home.html Contact Information: Address: Rancho Los Baños Adventure Guest Ranch, 55 miles south of SE Arizona (Douglas), northeast Sonora, Mexico northeast Sonora, Arizona 85608 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 520.955.2577 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 12 Max.No.Guest(group): 14 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Transportation: Yes, from Tucson International Airport, Tucson hotels, or Douglas. Accomodations: Our modern B&B-style ranch lodge and cabins will become your home away from home, offering homey comfort and relaxation. Offering private single and double occupancy rooms in a very comfortable and clean setting, with solar energy, satellite radio/tv and flatscreen television, with hot water and fully functioning restrooms, our home will welcome you with open arms. When relaxing or eating outside, you will enjoy our 360 degree views from our covered, wrap-around porch that are something out of a Western movie. When at the rancho, you are treated like an old family friend. Dining: Our all inclusive rates and packages offer three great gourmet, home-cooked meals a day, including fresh, mesquite fire International and Mexican food, both northern and southern Mexican dishes, combined with tasty home-made pastries and other such delights. All snacks and drinks are also provided. We dine family style in either our dining area or outdoor table, on our balcony, overlooking vistas that are scenic and spectacular. When on hiking adventures, we carry lunches with us inside the canyons, to be eaten in intimate, private and fantastic settings. Guests are encouraged to bring your own alcohol, as well as favorite foods and snacks as well. Before entering the ranch, we stop at a large grocery store for guests to purchase favorite foods and -8- United States - Arizona drinks. Our meals are a constant guest favorite, made with pride and lots of love, without cutting corners, full of quality and quantity. Entertainment: Various Eco Adventures surrounded by unspoiled, 30,000 acre wilderness, untouched by civilization. Nearest Airport(Hrs): Tucson International AirStrip at Ranch: No Airport, 3.5 hours On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present Nearest Hospital(Hrs): One hour away Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English, French, German, Spanish Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $100.00-$150.00, $151.00-$250.00 (Per night in US dollars) Activities and Services: Adult Oriented, Barbecues, Birding, Cattle Drives, Cowboy Cookouts, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Photography Trips, Riding arena, Saddle Your Own Horse, Spin Fishing, Swimming, Whirlpool Spas, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Working Ranch, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: Treks, Kayaking, Porching, Ecotours, Jeeps, Wildlife, Fishing, Warm Springs -9- United States - Arizona Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch Basic Information: Situated in one of the most beautiful areas of northwestern Arizona, we offer 2 horseback rides for each full day you are at the ranch(no riding on Sundays). Our riding program is exceptional, as we cater all of rides to our guests’ abilities. And yes, you can ride the afternoon of your arrival and the morning of your departure! Our wranglers are friendly, knowledgeable and are careful to match horses to riders. Our well-trained horses are trail safe and excellent for all riders. We even have some gaited ones for a really smooth ride! We offer a variety of rides, including slow walking, intermediate trotting and fast, loping rides. We also offer challenging mountain rides(seasonal). Take our popular “Saguaro Cactus” ride where the views are spectacular at the top. Be sure to bring your camera! Or choose our ½ day rides into the Mohave Mountains (October 15-May 1 only) where you will enjoy breathtaking views, authentic Indian petroglyphs and a 60 ft saguaro (Must stay for 4 nights or more to go on these types of rides). Our outdoor swimming pool (heated seasonally) is always a favorite, especially during the hotter summer months. Our hot tub is enjoyed all year long by everyone, especially those wanting to “ease their saddle sores”. Located just 45 minutes from the ranch is Lake Havasu City, where guests can enjoy the Historic London Bridge as well as numerous water sport activities, including jet skis, powerboats, pontoon boats, canoes and kayaks. The famous Grand Canyon is a favorite place for our guests to visit. The west rim (which boasts the widest point of the canyon) is only 2 ½ hours away and the more popular south rim is 3 ½ hours from the ranch. At the west rim, whitewater rafting and spectacular scenic floats can be arranged on the Colorado River as well as helicopter rides into the canyon. The Hualapai Mountains are only an hour’s drive where you can enjoy beautiful pine trees and elk roaming the mountains. (A big change from the desert scenery at the ranch!) There is something for everyone here, whether it is on or off the ranch. You can relax, read a book, or enjoy the many activities offered at Stagecoach Trails. Do a lot, do nothing. We leave that up to you, because after all this is your vacation. In the hotter summer months, our riding times are altered to avoid the heat of the day. We do not offer 1/2 day or all day rides during the summer. Situated between 3 mountain ranges and only 140 miles from Las Vegas, NV - 220 miles from The Grand Canyon and Phoenix, AZ - 10 - United States - Arizona 60 miles from Laughlin, NV and Oatman Ghost Town - 45 miles from Lake Havasu City and Kingman, AZ. Category: Guest Ranch Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.stagecoachtrailsranch.com Contact Information: Address: Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch, PO Box 580, 19985 S. Doc Holliday Road Yucca, Arizona 86438 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 866-444-4471 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 40 Minimum Stay(days): 0 Max.No.Guest(group): 40 Transportation: N/A Accomodations: Stagecoach Trails was built in 2000 with spacious, tastefully decorated accommodations. We have carefully designed the ranch so that the “old west blends with the new” for a wonderfully unique western experience. Since the ranch is barrier free, all of the public rooms, guest rooms and bathrooms are accessible. (If you don’t need the accessible features, you just get nice big guest rooms and bathrooms!). The western style Frontier Lodge is our gathering place and consists of a huge stone fireplace, comfortable couches, saloon bar (BYOB), Bison room with satellite TV where you can watch movies or your favorite shows, billiards table and a game table. We have a spacious courtyard area that is perfect for sunset viewing, star gazing at night, enjoying our cowboy singers or just relaxing by the fire. Our family homes, which have two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a living room with a fireplace, can accommodate groups or families of four to eight. Our guest rooms have either one queen bed, one queen bed with a full-size sleeper futon or two double beds. (We also provide rollaway beds when needed.) All rooms have private baths with large verandas that are perfect for enjoying the sunsets, mountains and stars or visiting with new friends. The rooms are large, tastefully decorated either western or southwestern and comfortable. Each morning you will awake to the smell of wonderful home-cooked food and a dinner bell to tell you it’s time to eat. Dining: Many friendships have begun around the tables in the Hualapai Dining Room at Stagecoach Trails. The relaxed, friendly atmosphere and incredible mountain views create a feeling of family, laughter and good conversation. It feels like you are at home, without any of the work! Every meal is anticipated by our guests and served with a smile. Three delicious meals are prepared every day at Stagecoach Trails along with complimentary coffee, tea and other refreshing beverages. Everything is served buffet style so you can eat as little or as much as you want! All of our food is homemade and our desserts are already becoming legendary, so save room for them! You will never be hungry at Stagecoach Trails! Although we have a saloon bar in the Frontier Lodge, we do not have a liquor license. Guests are welcome to BYOB and we will be happy to store it for you in our community refrigerator in the lodge. Our bar is a popular gathering place for guests to get to know each other while enjoying an evening beer, glass of wine or a cocktail. (We do have a variety of sodas and bottled water for purchase in the lodge at all times.) Entertainment: Every guest's itinerary varies because of the many choices of activities on and off - 11 - United States - Arizona Entertainment: Every guest's itinerary varies because of the many choices of activities on and off the ranch. Most choose to ride and relax. Others like to participate in the many activities offered or just enjoy the swimming pool and hot tub. Many look forward to evenings in the lodge where they can get to know other guests or participate in activities that are offered such as game night, line dancing, campfires and more. We leave that up to our guests to choose how much or how little they want to be involved. After all it is their vacation! This is the basic Ranch schedule: 8:30 AM - Breakfast 9:30 AM – Morning ride** 1:00 PM – Lunch 2:30 – Afternoon Ride** 7:30 PM – Dinner (Dinner is at 8 pm from May 1 through October 1) After dinner, a variety of evening activities may be offered based on number of guests SUNDAYS: 10 AM – Continental Breakfast No Horseback Riding on Sundays 6:00 PM – Dinner **During the hotter summer months, usually May 15 through September 30, morning rides go out before breakfast (between 6:00am and 7:00am depending on length of ride). The afternoon rides depart between 5:00pm and 6:00pm. These alternate ride times help our horses and our guests avoid the heat of the day. This gives you more time to enjoy the swimming pool and air-conditioned buildings or enjoy the many nearby attractions! Conference Capacity: 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Las Vegas- 2 1/2 hours, AirStrip at Ranch: No Phoenix 4 hours On Site Medical: Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 45 mintues from Lake Havasu or Kingman, Arizona Membership: Associate Member of Dude Rancher's Association Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express Price Range(s): $100.00-$150.00 (Per night in US dollars) Travel Trade: Wholesale Travel Agents, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: All Terrain Vehicles, Dancing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hot Tub, Loping permitted, Riding arena, Spa Services, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Wedding Venue, Wheelchair Accessible, Wildlife Viewing, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING - 12 - United States - Arizona White Stallion Ranch Basic Information: This charming, informal ranch gives you a real feeling of the Old West. Only at White Stallion Ranch can you enjoy such wide-open space at the foot of the ruggedly beautiful Tucson Mountains adjacent to the Saguaro National Park. Here, ranch informality is blended perfectly with the comforts of a top resort. You will enjoy the western-style horseback riding with experienced wranglers, fine horses, and scores of scenic trails. This is a working cattle ranch and it's great fun to watch the Longhorn cattle come in to water. Whether you are busy all the time or take it a little easier, your time here will be one of real experiences and relaxation. This is a vacation free of crowds, lines and stress. Even if you arrive alone you will know everyone within hours. We invite you to the ranch that has been our home since 1965, where the third generation of the True family is now growing up. Our goal has always been to carefully blend the family approach and personal touch of a traditional dude ranch with the best customer service possible. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.whitestallion.com Contact Information: Address: White Stallion Ranch, 9251 W. Twin Peaks Road, Tucson, Arizona 85743 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 888-977-2624 Business Phone: 520-297-0252 Fax: 520-744-2786 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 75 Max.No.Guest(group): Minimum Stay(days): Transportation: Complimentary Airport transfers from Tucson. Accomodations: All rooms have air conditioning, private bath with tub and shower, refrigerators, safe, robes, i-pod/alarm clock combo, hair dryers and individual patios. All ground floor level. Most have a queen bed and a twin bed. Deluxe Suites have fireplace, whirlpool tub, king-size bed. Deluxe Doubles have two twins or twins made into a king with either a fireplace or whirlpool bath. Washer & Dryer facilities are available on the ranch. There is also a fitness center with exercise room, sauna and massage therapy. Dining: Amerian Plan rates include three full meals daily. Meals are served in the dinning room or on the patio typically buffet style. Breakfast is cooked to order. Entertainment: Evening entertainment includes country/western dance lessons, nature programs, - 13 - United States - Arizona Entertainment: Evening entertainment includes country/western dance lessons, nature programs, cowboy singer around the bonfire and astronomy program. There is generally an exhibition rodeo Saturday afternoons. Conference Capacity: 51 to 100 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Tucson International AirStrip at Ranch: No Airport is a forty minute drive from the ranch. On Site Medical: Hospital Nearby Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 20 mins. Membership: The Dude Ranch Association Arizona Dude Ranch Association Tucson Chamber of Commerce Tucson Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $151.00-$250.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Travel Trade: Wholesale Travel Agents, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: Barbecues, Big/Heavy Riders, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Dancing, Fitness Room, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Riding arena, Sauna, Spa Services, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Tennis, Whirlpool Spas, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: Basketball, volleyball, ping pong, horseshoes, tennis, billiards. Weekly Events Monday 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Team Cattle Penning This fun, exhilerating team activity involves people, horses and cattle all in the arena. In teams of four, our guests set out to round up 3 steers and put them in a pen with the fastest time. The game is well supervised and organized in a safe and enjoyable manner. Tuesday 8:30 am - 10:30 am Breakfast Cookout A beautiful gentle trail ride through the desert to a scenic outdoor site for a cooked over-an-open fire breakfast. White Stallion scrambled eggs with potatoes & bacon, fluffy blueberry pancakes, sausage, juice, ceral and coffee. All you can eat. The ride returns to the ranch in time for guests to go out on a fast ride at 11:00am. 9:00 am - 4:30 pm All Day Ride This ride takes about 7 hours and includes loping. The ride is met in the - 14 - United States - Arizona This ride takes about 7 hours and includes loping. The ride is met in the Saguaro National Park with a packed lunch. This is a fairly rugged ride and very scenic. Riders must have passed a lope test and have ridden at the ranch on the day prior to the ride. 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm Wine and Cheese Ride This beatufil foothills ride arrives at a picnic destination where there is wine, various chesses, crackers/breads and fruit awaiting them. Plenty of table space and beautiful views. You can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the desert while chatting with new found friends. Wednesday 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Team Cattle Penning This fun, exhilerating team activity involves people, horses and cattle all in the arena. In teams of four, our guests set out to round up 3 steers and put them in a pen with the fastest time. The game is well supervised and organized in a safe and enjoyable manner. 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Lunch Cookout with a Hayride Guests load up in our horse drawn hay wagons and go to the lunch cookout site for hamburgers and hot dogs cooked on the grill. Food always taste best in the open air and this is accentuated by the spectacular views and delicious aromas. Lunch is accompanied by our White Stallion "KickaPoo Juice", a grapefruit and tequila cocktail. Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm All Day Ride This ride takes about 7 hours and includes loping. The ride is met in the Saguaro National Park with a packed lunch. This is a fairly rugged ride and very scenic. Riders must have passed a lope test and have ridden at the ranch on the day prior to the ride. 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm Beer and Cheetos Similar to the wine and cheese ride in destination, but a little more casusal in refreshments. Loads of fun and lots of laughs are had on this enjoyable social outing. 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Steak Cookout Evening Nobody wants to miss this dinner. Delicious, tender steak cooked to perfection, baked potatoes with all the trimmings, green beans, salad and home baked rolls. And of course there is always a dessert of apple pie ala mode. Plus, it's all you can eat. Dinner is over at 8:00 and then guests mosey out to the bonfire to enjoy our talented and entertaining cowboy singer. Friday 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Team Cattle Penning This fun, exhilerating team activity involves people, horses and cattle all in the arena. In teams of four, our guests set out to round up 3 steers and put them in a pen with the fastest time. The game is well supervised and organized in a safe and enjoyable manner. Saturday 7:00 am - 9:00 am Breakfast cookout A beautiful gentle trail ride through the desert to a scenic outdoor site for a - 15 - United States - Arizona A beautiful gentle trail ride through the desert to a scenic outdoor site for a cooked over-an-open fire breakfast. White Stallion scrambled eggs with potatoes & bacon, fluffy blueberry pancakes, sausage, juice,ceral and coffee. All you can eat. Experienced riders continue riding the perimeter of the ranch bordering the Saguaro National Park on a ride that includes some loping. Beginner riders return to the ranch by horseback on a nice slow ride. 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Exhibition Rodeo An authentic exhibition rodeo put on by the owners and their friends. Some are professional rodeo cowboys and cowgirls. The events are narrated by owner, Russell True. They have steer wresting, barrel racing, team roping and breakaway roping. 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Indian Oven Dinner This is the ranch signature dinner. A huge roast of beef, potatoes, onions and carrots are all cooked in the large outdoor Indian oven. It's quite a procedure to prepare the oven for cooking the evening meal. There is a distinct flavor derived from cooking in this type of oven that makes this meal a wonderful experience. - 16 - United States - California Coffee Creek Ranch Basic Information: Our staff makes our guests feel at home. Coffee Creek has every imaginable guest ranch amenity, with the most popular still being horseback riding. Rides are divided by ability levels. Breakfast rides are the most popular, with the all-day rides to a lake the most spectacular! For a unique experience, the all-day ride can be extended into an overnight pack trip returning the next day by lunch time. The wranglers offer a gymkhana, where the adults and children compete for the prized blue ribbon in various events. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: coffeecreekranch.com/ Contact Information: Address: Coffee Creek Ranch, HC 2 Box 4940, 4310 Coffee Creek Rd Triniy Center, California 96091 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 1-800-624-4480 Business Phone: 530-266-3343 Fax: 530-266-3597 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 40 Max.No.Guest(group): 40 Minimum Stay(days): 2 Transportation: From Airports. R/T Charge/ per car load Accomodations: All 15 private secluded cabins have porches. One ranch house room equipped for the handicapped. All cabins have one or two baths with bathtub/shower combination's. Daily house keeping and laundry facilities available. Dining: For meals you can expect hearty breakfasts in the ranch house or out on the trail, lunches down by the pool and western barbecues under the stars! We will pack a lunch for your pleasure if you plan to be gone all day hiking, riding, or just exploring the area. Special diets can be accommodated. Entertainment: This place has it all. Heated swimming pool, over sized outdoor spa, rifle range, trapshooting, fly fishing, gold panning in the creek, badminton, ping-pong, tennis, volleyball, hayrides, bonfires, fishing & pedal boats in the stocked trout pond, archery, bingo, talent show / karaoke, wireless internet, and of course daily rides. Tennis is near by. Golf is in Weaverville about an hour away. White water rafting is on the Trinity River about an hour away. Trinity Lake is 9 miles down the road. Conference Capacity: 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Redding, CA 2 hrs. AirStrip at Ranch: No Medford, OR 2hrs. Trinity Center Air Strip, CA 10 Minutes. On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present, Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 1 hr. - 17 - United States - California On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present, Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 1 hr. Hospital Nearby Membership: California Hotel & Lodging Association, Trinity County Chamber of Commerce, Yreka Chamber of Commerce, America Outdoors Months Open: April, May, June, July, August, Exception to Months Open: Spring and Summer September, October, November Rates available. Week long stays in the Summer! Languages: English, German Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $100.00-$150.00, $151.00-$250.00, $251.00-$300.00 (Per night in US dollars) Travel Trade: Wholesale Travel Agents, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: Adult Oriented, Barbecues, Big/Heavy Riders, Birding, Bring your own horse, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Culinary Trained Chefs, Dancing, Fitness Room, Flight Seeing, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Pack Trips, Pets welcome, Photography Trips, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Spa Services, Spin Fishing, Sporting Clays, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Tennis, Wedding Venue, Wheelchair Accessible, Whirlpool Spas, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: Hunting Pack Trips Availible. Rafting Nearby Weekly Events Sunday 8:00 am - 11:00 am Breakfast Ride You eat breakfast prepared by the wranglers out on the trail 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Hayride and Bonfire Our team of Percherons take you on a creekside hayride up the road and then brings you back to ranch for a bonfire...where we tell ghosts stories and play games while eating the homemade ice cream the kids made, hot cocoa, and campfire popcorn. Monday 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm Game Nite Pool tournament and Bingo with prizes Tuesday 8:00 am - 11:00 am Breakfast ride You eat breakfast out on the trail prepared by the wranglers 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Square and Line Dancing Nite Our long time caller gets you out on our poolside deck for some "Western" moves. The first 1/2 hour is for the little kids. Two left feet no problem! Wednesday 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm Talent Show Karaoke The staff and guests do skits and tell stories...after we sing or try to with the karaoke videos - 18 - United States - California Thursday 8:00 am - 11:00 am Breakfast Ride You eat breakfast up on the trail prepared by the wranglers 2:30 pm - 4:40 pm Gymkhana Mini Rodeo with barrel racing, pole bending, egg-on-a-spoon race and boot race 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Steak Fry The owners Bar-B-Q your steaks for dinner near the confluence of Boulder Creek and Coffee Creek..a beautiful creekside setting to add to your NH brand of happy memories! Saturday 8:20 pm - 9:35 pm Orientation Night After dinner on check-in day we show a slide show of the the history of the ranch and Trinity Alps Wilderness lakes while the kids have apow-wow with their counselors on what they are going to do during the week. - 19 - United States - California Marble Mountain Ranch Basic Information: Marble Mountain Guest Ranch in Northern California offers American ranch holidays centered around a Western Trail Riding theme. We combine our equestrian program with thrilling guest ranch activities such as rafting, fly fishing, sporting clays, and traditional ranch events. These all inclusive and unique "combined activity" days, our superb dining experience, our Kids Program, and "Enrichment Programs" create the best setting for a family dude ranch vacation that can meet the diverse interests and needs of your entire family. We also personally outfit and guide our horse riding, rafting and fishing activities directly from our guest ranch to avoid long shuttles and to avoid handing you off to a third party vendor. Personally outfitting all of our events is unique to Marble Mountain Ranch and allows us to maintain the highest level of quality control and risk management in providing you the best possible dude ranch vacation. We have been a family owned and operated business since 1981 and have been in the outfitting and guiding industry since 1970. Come meet our ranch family and join us for an exciting family adventure. Enjoy a Northern California dude ranch vacation at the historic Marble Mountain Guest Ranch. Be sure to visit our blog "The California Dude Ranch" for, commentaries, guest ranch current events, and recipes. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch OTHER Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.marblemountainranch.com Contact Information: Address: Marble Mountain Ranch, 92520 Hwy 96, Somes Bar, California 95568 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 530-469-3322 Fax: 530-469-3321 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 30 Max.No.Guest(group): 30 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Transportation: Medford Oregon airport and Arcata/Mckinleyville California airport Accomodations: Marble Mountain Ranch is Siskiyou County's only full service Klamath River - 20 - United States - California Accomodations: Marble Mountain Ranch is Siskiyou County's only full service Klamath River Lodge and Guest Ranch. Guest accommodations and lodging at our Ranch include fully furnished deluxe homes and housekeeping cottages (or cabins). Our cottages and homes vary in size and can accommodate groups as small as two or as large as 7. Each cottage provides beds with linens and towels, bathrooms with toilets and showers and a kitchenette at a minimum. If you are visiting during our non-peak season (Before Memorial Day and After Labor Day) you may choose to rent our homes and cottages a-la-carte and design a more self sufficient Klamath River cottage Bed and Breakfast vacation. The kitchen units are stocked with utensils, cookware, stove and a refrigerator and easily enable vacationing chefs. Our lodging guest capacity is at 50 beds in 10 cottages and two homes. In shoulder seasons our 12 R.V. hook-ups and group campsites serve more self contained visitors. Dining: We find that fresh mountain air and invigorating outdoor activities stimulates appetites and further heightens the culinary experience at our California guest ranch. We look for every opportunity to enhance your experience with us. We feel that our best efforts should be reflected in a quality and original dining experience during your dude ranch visit. Meals here are healthy, hearty, wholesome, fresh and based on original ranch recipes with produce from our own gardens and orchards. Upscale and original cuisine is the signature of our executive chef, ranch owner Heidi Cole, who brings a 35 year tenure in the food service industry to the ranch. She has published her own cookbook “Ranch Cooking, Simply Good”, managed her family Danish pastry business, teaches at our ranch culinary retreats,and carries culinary training from several universities. Entertainment: Our daily activities include riding, rafting, sporting clays, fly fishing, and more. Ranch evening events include campfires, cook-outs, karaoke nights, line dancing, and more. Our ranch amenities include swimming pool, pond, zip line, game room, fitness room, gardens, volleyball and more. Conference Capacity: 21 to 30, 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): 1.5 hrs - Medford Oregon AirStrip at Ranch: No airport and Arcata/Mckinleyville California airport On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 2.5 hrs. Membership: Backcountry horsemen, Friends of the River, Months Open: April, May, June, July, August, Exception to Months Open: September, October, November Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $151.00-$250.00, $251.00-$300.00, $301.00-$400.00 (Per night in US dollars) Travel Trade: Travel Agent, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: Barbecues, Birding, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Culinary Trained Chefs, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Loping permitted, Nature Trails, Other, Pack Trips, Photography Trips, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Spin Fishing, Sporting Clays, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Wedding Venue, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING Other Activities: Jet Boat river tours to the Pacific Ocean, culinary retreats, fly fishing lesson - 21 - United States - California - 22 - United States - Colorado Bar Lazy J Guest Ranch Basic Information: The ranch has a fascinating history. While the original log lodge and cabins have been modernized, everythging possible has been done to retain the look and atmosphere of the "old west". You will enjoy stepping into the past. Our private 3/4 mile stretch of private river offers some of the the best Rainbow and German Brown trout fishing in the state. Our horseback rides take you on sage covered hills and majestic mountains with sapphire skies and crystal clear views. Other activities include jeep rides, hiking, mountain biking and sightseeing van trips. Golf, tennis and white water rafting are available options. We feel we have an outstatnding children's program. Our counselors lead activities for children (ages 3-12), which include hiking, arts and crafts, fishing, swimming, and many games. Relaxtion is what we offer at Bar Lazy J. The pace is slower......or not at all. We offer many things to do.......or not at all.The choice is always YOURS as to what you participate in. Category: Guest Ranch Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.barlazyj.com Contact Information: Address: Bar Lazy J Guest Ranch, 447 County Road 3, P.O.Box N, Parshall, Colorado 80468 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 800-396-6279 Business Phone: 970-725-3437 Fax: 970-725-0121 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 42 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Max.No.Guest(group): Transportation: Accomodations: We can accommodate 42 guests in 12 cozy, comfortable log cabins plus the "RANCH HOUSE". All cabins have screened porches with a view of the the beautiful Colorado River. Cabins are cleaned and the beds made daily. There is a coin operated laundry. Dining: For most meals everyone gathers in the historic lodge where we serve good old American home style food. Lunches are served in our river porch overlooking the Colorado River. At 7500 ft. elevation the mountain air and outdoor life provide a terrific appetite. Entertainment: Aside from the day activities, we have planned evening activities. These include hay rides, horse drawn wagon rides, campfire sing alongs, western dancing, volleyball night, staff show, and a nearby rodeo. Nearest Airport(Hrs): DIA 2 hrs. AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: Hospital Nearby Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Kremmling Memorial 30 - 23 - United States - Colorado On Site Medical: Hospital Nearby Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Kremmling Memorial 30 mins. Membership: Dude Ranchers' Association, Colorado Dude and Guest Ranch Association, Grand County Dude Ranch Association, Granby Chamber of Commerce Kremmling Chamber of Commerce Months Open: May, June, July, August, Exception to Months Open: September Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card Price Range(s): $151.00-$250.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Activities and Services: Barbecues, Cattle Drives, Dancing, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Nature Trails, Programs for Children, Swimming Pool, Whirlpool Spas, White Water Rafting - 24 - United States - Colorado Colorado Trails Ranch Basic Information: Fun, adventure and breathtaking scenery at Colorado Trails Ranch, in the San Juan Mountains outside historic Durango, Colorado include horseback riding on scenic trails, fly-fishing, rafting, shooting sports and hiking. Children have the time of their lives making friends and discovering new activities in CTR’s children/teens’ program. Evenings offer a hayride & campfire sing-along, western dancing, cookouts and relaxing under starlit skies. More activities, friendly staff, excellent food, almost all new, larger cabins and spectacular location makes this a vacation of a lifetime. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.coloradotrails.com Contact Information: Address: Colorado Trails Ranch, 12161 County Road 240, Durango, Colorado 81301 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 800-323-3833 Business Phone: 800-323-3833 Fax: 970-385-7372 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 55 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Max.No.Guest(group): 55 Transportation: yes Accomodations: Almost all the cabins will be replaced by 2015 with larger,cheerfully decorated cabins with living rooms to accommodate singles to extended families. They all have large porches and private baths. Daily maid service and complimentary laundry facilities are included. Dining: Buffets and family style dining in our beautiful mountain lodge plus cookouts. Entertainment: Cowboy singer sing-a-long, square dancing, candlelight dinner, kid's campouts, ice cream social, evening at an old fashioned Melodrama in Durango. Conference Capacity: 21 to 30 Nearest Airport(Hrs): ½ hour AirStrip at Ranch: No - 25 - United States - Colorado On Site Medical: Nearest Hospital(Hrs): ½ hour Membership: Colorado Dude and Guest Ranch Association The Dude Ranchers' Association Durango Chamber of Commerce Months Open: June, July, August, September Exception to Months Open: Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $301.00-$400.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Colorado Dude & Guest Ranch Association, Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Travel Trade: Travel Agent Activities and Services: Barbecues, Computer/Email services, Cowboy Cookouts, Dancing, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Loping permitted, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Spin Fishing, Sporting Clays, Swimming Pool, White Water Rafting, Wireless Internet access, MOUNTAIN SETTING Other Activities: Archery, riflery, trap shooting, team penning, water skiing and power tubing. - 26 - United States - Colorado Laramie River Ranch Basic Information: The Laramie River Ranch dates back to the late 1800's and it is this heritage that is reflected in the lodge and five log cabins. While all the accommodations have been renovated to provide the comfort of modern amenities, they maintain the flavor and charm of the old west. The Laramie River Ranch has a typical capacity of twenty five guests. Its small size allows their crew to give each guest their personal attention. Horseback riding is the principal activity at any dude ranch! With a large string of riding horses, wranglers will pick out a horse to match the ability and personality of each guest. Wranglers take out small groups of riders for morning, afternoon and all-day rides across a tremendous variety of terrain. Instructional rides are available and guests are welcome to help groom and saddle their own horses if they please. For those who would like to try their hand at cattle sorting, we have a lively team penning activity that is fun for all. We round up our steers, team pen with them for the day, and then lead them back to pasture for the night. It's a great opportunity to improve your riding skills while having lot of fun. When you decide to climb down off your horse our naturalist will be there to offer you stimulating walks and hikes. You'll learn about the wide variety of plants and animals that share our mountain home. Birds, antelope, beaver, and your hand-picked herbal tea are sure to be topics of conversation at dinner. Other activities include tubing down the river, learning to swing a rope, orienteering, volleyball and horseshoes. In the evenings guests can enjoy guitar music, cowboy poetry, or late night strolls to gaze at the start and learn about the mythology of the constellations. Outdoor activities and fresh mountain air create healthy appetites. Whether it is on the trail or back at the ranch, meals are an event at the Laramie River Ranch. Delicious breads and desserts, fresh - 27 - United States - Colorado salads, fruits and vegetables, as well as delicious entrees keep guests coming back for more. Vegetarian and other special diets are not a problem with advance notice. In keeping with informal western tradition, meals are served family style. The Laramie River Ranch prides itself on providing outstanding vacations for its guests. Come experience their hospitality and the great Rocky Mountains. Categories: Guest Ranch, Working Ranch Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.LRRanch.com/ Contact Information: Address: Laramie River Ranch, Glendevey Colorado Mail Route, 25777 County Road 103 Glendevey, Colorado 82063 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 970-435-5716 Business Phone: 800-551-5731 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 25 Max.No.Guest(group): 30 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Transportation: Free pickup and dropoff at Laramie WY airport. Accomodations: The lodge at the Laramie River Ranch dates back to the 1890s and has a new dining room and kitchen, private bathrooms for each guest room, and both enclosed and open porches for relaxation after a long day of riding. Dining: Meals are served family style in our lodge. All your meals, snacks, and treats are provided as part of your stay. We're happy to accommodate special diets with advanced notice. Entertainment: Horseback riding, cattle penning, fishing, hiking, naturalist activities, square dancing, musical entertainment, and more. Nearest Airport(Hrs): 45 mins. AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 45 mins. Membership: Colorado Dude and Guest Ranch Association, Dude Rancher's Association, America Outdoors Months Open: June, July, August, September Exception to Months Open: Languages: English, French Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, Discover Price Range(s): $251.00-$300.00 (Per night in US dollars) - 28 - United States - Colorado Association(s): Colorado Dude & Guest Ranch Association, Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA International) Travel Trade: Travel Agent, Tour Operator Activities and Services: Barbecues, Big/Heavy Riders, Birding, Cattle Drives, Computer/Email services, Cowboy Cookouts, Dancing, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Photography Trips, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Saddle Your Own Horse, Spin Fishing, Swimming, Wheelchair Accessible, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, Working Ranch, MOUNTAIN SETTING Other Activities: Naturalist led hikes and explorations. - 29 - United States - Colorado Vista Verde Ranch Basic Information: Nestled deep in the Rocky Mountains, Vista Verde is a truly unique ranch experience for all seasons. The 500-acre property offers accommodation in secluded, spacious log cabins and deluxe lodge rooms. Each cabin has a private hot tub on the deck to relax in whilst enjoying the panorama of the national forest. Enjoy gourmet meals served in the main lodge, or on the sundeck. Take part in a wine tasting and cooking class. Summer activities include horseback riding, hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, fly fishing, rafting, hot air ballooning, and more. Winter activities include cross country skiing, snowshoeing, horseback riding, sleigh rides, downhill skiing, and more. Adult only times are set aside for singles and couples and family times are for those with children 6 years and up. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Ranch B & B Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.vistaverde.com Contact Information: Address: Vista Verde Ranch, PO Box 770465, Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80477 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 800-526-7433 Business Phone: 970-879-3858 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 45 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Max.No.Guest(group): 30 Transportation: Yes Accomodations: Vista Verde style is first class, and friendly, whether our guests select to stay in a private cabin or deluxe lodge room. The quiet, luxurious cabins range from one to three bedrooms and one to three bathrooms with living rooms, wood stoves and private hot tubs out on the deck. The spacious lodge rooms are very convenient and have sitting areas, balconies and pleasing mountain views. Amenities include snack bars, refrigerators stocked with complimentary beverages, coffee makers, hairdryers, robes, plus much more. Daily maid service is included. And you read it right, there are no phones or TV's in the accommodations. For additional views and floor plans of our accommodations, please check out our seasonal virtual tours! Dining: Yes, Vista Verde is a luxury ranch, but we're also just a ranch. We try to represent that with the food that we serve and the style in which we serve it. To do that, Chef Robert and his staff use the freshest ingredients and creative preparations to make even a casual cookout have a flair of gourmet. With all the time you'll spend outside using muscles that haven't been used for a while, you definitely earn the right to enjoy all the wonderful cuisine. Bon Appetit! Conference Capacity: 21 to 30 - 30 - United States - Colorado Conference Capacity: 21 to 30 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Hayden/YVRA AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: Hospital Nearby Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Months Open: January, February, March, June, Exception to Months Open: July, August, September, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card Price Range(s): $401.00-$550.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Travel Trade: Travel Agent Activities and Services: Barbecues, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Cross Country Skiing, Culinary Trained Chefs, Dancing, Fitness Room, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Nature Trails, Photography Trips, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Sleigh Rides, Snow Shoeing, Spa Services, Swimming Pool, White Water Rafting, Wireless Internet access, Yoga, MOUNTAIN SETTING - 31 - United States - Georgia Southern Cross Guest Ranch Basic Information: Southern Cross Guest Ranch is a premier year-round guest ranch and horse farm conveniently nestled in Central Georgia's Historic Heartland and within an hours drive from Atlanta. Home to over 200 quality Paint and Quarter horses, the ranch is best known for its exceptional hands-on horseback riding program, unguided riding opportunities, and peaceful, comfortable setting. We welcome you to experience our delightful accommodations, exceptional cuisine, and southern hospitality. Southern Cross Ranch - a wonderful All-Inclusive vacation in a horse lover's paradise. The All-Inclusive Plan includes horseback riding (twice daily), meals (3x daily), lodging, unlimited nonalcoholic beverages, unlimited snacks and desserts, use of mountain bikes, game room privileges, and access to the DVD library. Horseback riding is the featured activity at Southern Cross. Horses outnumber guests by more than 7 to 1, so there’s sure to be a horse right for you. The climate in Georgia is great for horseback riding year round. The riding program even allows qualified guests the unique opportunity to ride on their own if they desire, but small guided groups are always available. You'll be encouraged to groom and help tack the horses for a true hands-on and bonding experience. Whether you want to ride lazily across beautiful open pastures or trot & canter through lush wooded trails, Southern Cross Ranch can accommodate your needs. If you or a member of your group are not into horseback riding and don't wish to start, there are non-riding plans available with reduced rates. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Ranch B & B, Horseback Riding Only, Working Ranch Geographical Area: USA - South East Website: www.southcross.com Contact Information: Address: Southern Cross Guest Ranch, 1670 Bethany Church Rd, Madison, Georgia 30650 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 706-342-8027 - 32 - United States - Georgia Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 35 Minimum Stay(days): 1 Max.No.Guest(group): 45 Transportation: Yes Accomodations: Individual guestrooms are pleasantly appointed featuring a King-sized bed, A/C, TV, DVD, free wireless internet, phone and private bath. Premium rooms offer whirlpools, fireplaces, and extra nice views. Rooms are available with a rustic, western theme or more traditional Southern décor. Some rooms may have a King and Queen or King and twin bed arrangement. Dining: Meals are served buffet style 3 times daily and feature a delicious mix of international cuisine as well as local favorites. All guests will also enjoy complimentary unlimited nonalcoholic beverages and unlimited snacks and desserts available 24/7. Entertainment: The convenient location of Southern Cross Ranch (1 hour east of Atlanta) makes it ideal for those who'd like to explore many of Georgia’s countless attractions. Locally, you can enjoy golfing, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, skeet shooting, and shopping. You can also appreciate Georgia’s rich history by visiting many of the areas museums and historical treasures. Check out the “Local Attractions” page of Southern Cross’s website for links and more details. Conference Capacity: 10 to 20 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Atlanta AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: Hospital Nearby Nearest Hospital(Hrs): .10 Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English, German, Spanish Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $0.00-$99.00, $100.00-$150.00, $151.00-$250.00 (Per night in US dollars) Travel Trade: Wholesale Travel Agents, Travel Agent, Tour Operator Activities and Services: Bring your own horse, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Culinary Trained Chefs, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Pets welcome, Riding arena, Saddle Your Own Horse, Swimming Pool, Whirlpool Spas, Wireless Internet access, Working Ranch, RURAL SETTING - 33 - United States - Idaho Red Horse Mountain Ranch Basic Information: Nestled in a private mountain valley just outside Harrison Idaho lies Red Horse Mountain Ranch, the perfect all inclusive guest ranch vacation with just the right blend of outdoor adventure and rustic luxury. With an amazing number of guided activities, famous kids program (age 3-11), and beautiful location there is truly something for everyone. To fuel you for your adventures, head to our kitchen where our diverse menu will please even the most discerning of palates. In the spirit of the old west, we’ve taken some of your favorites and given them authentic western flair. In the evenings, enjoy a selection from our extensive wine list and socialize with fellow guests during cocktail hour at our full bar in the lodge. After dinner, join one of our evening activities or simply sit in one of our hot tubs and enjoy the stars. After a day of fun, turn back the sheets in one of our private guest cabins or lodge suites. Private cabins feature 1-2 bedrooms, multiple baths, sitting rooms, microwaves, refrigerators, private decks, and semi-private hot tubs. Lodge suites feature luxurious queen bedrooms, sitting areas, private baths, microwaves, refrigerators, and beautiful views of the surrounding valley. This is more than just a vacation; it’s the experience of a lifetime. Start your family tradition with us this season at Red Horse Mountain Ranch. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Horseback Riding Only, Ranch OTHER Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.redhorsemountain.com Contact Information: Address: Red Horse Mountain Ranch, 11077 East Blue Lake Road, Harrison, Idaho 83833 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 208-689-9680 Fax: 208-689-9686 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 42 Minimum Stay(days): 6 Max.No.Guest(group): 50 Transportation: yes for an additional charge Accomodations: 7 private guest cabins, or 20 suites, ranging from 1-3 bedrooms and 1-4 private baths, sitting rooms, and private decks. 4 lodge suites containing queen beds, sitting areas, great views, and private baths. Dining: To fuel you for your adventures, the ranch provides 3 home cooked meals per day, an - 34 - United States - Idaho Dining: To fuel you for your adventures, the ranch provides 3 home cooked meals per day, an assortment of snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and cocktails during cocktail hour. Breakfast is cooked to order off a menu, lunch is served buffet, and dinner varies between family style, plated, and buffet style meals. Entertainment: Evenings are a the perfect way to kick up your heals after a day of adventure. Every night brings something different such as outdoor concerts, line dancing, karaoke, campfire programs with a cowboy singer, Texas hold em, kid's rodeos and more. Conference Capacity: 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Spokane, WA (GEG) AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present, Nearest Hospital(Hrs): St. Marie's, ID 30 Hospital Nearby minutes Membership: Dude Ranch Association Idaho Dude Ranch Association Idaho Outfitters and Guide Association America Outdoors Months Open: May, June, July, August, Exception to Months Open: September, October Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $301.00-$400.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Travel Trade: Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: Adult Oriented, Barbecues, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Cross Country Skiing, Culinary Trained Chefs, Dancing, Disc Golf, Fitness Room, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Other, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Snow Shoeing, Spa Services, Sporting Clays, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Wedding Venue, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, Yoga, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: Kayaking, archery, challenge and high ropes course - 35 - United States - Idaho Western Pleasure Guest Ranch Basic Information: As our guest you will saddle up for some good old-fashioned fun as you ride along the ridges and valleys of this splendid land. Ride through grazing cattle or sneak a peek at deer, bear, and other wildlife in their native surroundings. Join in some friendly competition during our cattle sourting or feed your “need for speed” on one of our fast rides or participate in an afternoon of games on horseback. Children are welcome at the ranch and have the opportunity to be involved in one of the most educational and fun children's program available today. They learn horse husbandry skills and equipment care. Every morning they will help catch and saddle their own horse. Western Pleasure Guest Ranch is a year round destination. As North Idaho is transformed by a blanket of white, let our “gentle giants” treat you to a horse drawn sleigh ride or indulge in cross-country skiing, snow shoeing or downhill sledding. At the conclusion of these winter activities, enjoy the romance of coming back to a fire-warmed cabin or warming up next to the big stone fireplace in the lodge. Our log lodge, hewn from local timber, features six spacious guest rooms; each with private baths or discover the peace and serenity of our modern log cabins in secluded settings. Each cabin can accommodate up to six, yet is cozy enough for two, with one bedroom, a full bath, and a sleeping loft for four. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch B & B, Horseback Riding Only, Working Ranch, Adventure Riding Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.westernpleasureranch.com Contact Information: Address: Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, 1413 Upper Gold Creek, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 888-863-9066 Business Phone: 208-263-9066 Fax: 208-265-0138 Additional Details: - 36 - United States - Idaho Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 25 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Max.No.Guest(group): 25 Transportation: rent a car Accomodations: Lodge guest rooms, each with private baths. Cabins accommodate up to six, yet is cozy enough for two, with one bedroom, a full bath and sleeping loft for four. Dining: Our meals are prepared using only the finest ingredients to satisfy your entire family. We are especially proud of our beef products. They are raised naturally on grain and grass here on the ranch. Entertainment: Horse drawn wagon rides, camp fire music, star gazing, Cattle sorting, Dinner cruise on lake Pend Orielle, Scavenger hunt, Archery range, Trap shooting, Fishing with a local outfitter (extra charge), White water rafting (extra charge), Kayaking (extra charge), mountain biking, hot tub, basketball court Conference Capacity: 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): 2 hrs AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: Hospital Nearby Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 1/2 hour Membership: Dude Ranch Association. Idaho Outfitters and Guides Assoc., Idaho outfitters and Guides Association, America Outdoors Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card Price Range(s): $100.00-$150.00, $151.00-$250.00, $251.00-$300.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Travel Trade: Wholesale Travel Agents, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: Adult Oriented, Barbecues, Birding, Bring your own horse, Cattle Drives, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Cross Country Skiing, Dancing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Pets welcome, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Saddle Your Own Horse, Sauna, Sleigh Rides, Snow Shoeing, Spa Services, Sporting Clays, Swimming, Wedding Venue, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, Working Ranch, MOUNTAIN SETTING Other Activities: Horse Drawn Wagon rides - 37 - United States - Montana Bar W Guest Ranch Basic Information: A great western vacation for all ages is what the Bar W Guest Ranch on Spencer Lake in Whitefish is all about. The Bar W is open year round and ready to treat you with true Western Montana hospitality - from the moment you arrive to long after you have left. Beautiful vistas and rolling ridges adorn the Montana countryside of this cozy dude ranch. In addition to horseback riding, there is plenty for all ages to do and discover at the Bar W. Guests are invited to explore the entire property - watch our trainers work the horses, help with the chores (if you like, of course), fish for big pike on Spencer Lake, hike the miles and miles of trails, mountain bike, swim in the lake, throw horseshoes, or play badminton, volleyball, or a leisurely game of pool. You can even test your archery skills or try your hand at breaking some clay pigeons. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch B & B, Horseback Riding Only Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.thebarw.com/ Contact Information: Address: Bar W Guest Ranch, 2875 Highway 93 West, Whitefish, Montana 59937 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 866-828-2900 Fax: 406-863-9500 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 50 Minimum Stay(days): 1 Max.No.Guest(group): 50 Transportation: Yes Accomodations: The main lodge is 6,200 square feet of classic elegance and traditional western informality. The lodge has 6 bedrooms, three common areas, and a game room. There is no shortage of great views from the decks that overlook the back horse pasture, the arena, and even the wildlife rich wetlands surrounding Spencer Lake. After an activity filled day sit back and soak in our hot tub. Aspen Suite – the Aspen suite is beautifully appointed with a king bed, a jacuzzi, duel stand up shower, bidet,large in-room full bath, private deck, television with Dish Network and a great view. The Aspen Suite also has bunk beds in an attached but separate room. Solitude – the Solitude has two beautiful log wood futons and a queen bed that will sleep 6 very comfortably. Solitude offers a private full bathroom as well. - 38 - United States - Montana Whitetail – the Whitetail sleeps two in a queen bed and two in a full size futon along with a private bath, large walk-in closet, a great view of the property and the lake complete the room. Tamarack – the Tamarack is on the main floor. It sleeps two with a queen bed, and has a walk out to the main deck overlooking the south pasture. It has a half bath directly across the hall with access to a shared full bath one floor down. Appaloosa – Appaloosa is our most affordable room, which is a short distance from the game room on the first floor. The room is furnished with log furniture and has a queen bed. A shared full bath is directly across the hall. Sunroom – Located on the first level of the lodge with adjacent patio where you can view the arenas and a good portion of the property. Sunroom is furnished with log furniture and has a queen bed,separate but attached room with two full bed futons, and a set of bunk beds, making it a comfortable sleeping area for 8. A full private bathroom completes the room. Game Room - The game room is equipped with a big screen television with Dish Network, a pool table, wood stove, card table/chess set, a bar area and lots of room to move about. There are two futons in the basement as well for a family style sleeping arrangement. All in all the lodge will be able to sleep 26 and with the use of the game room and a family style arrangement up to 30. The Cabin: Designed by the Amish here in Montana, who are incredibly meticulous about their craft. The cabin with two suites, over looks the South pasture and surrounding forest full of wildlife, our outdoor arena with lots of activities and our herd of horses. These are beautiful suits that together could sleep up to 16 utilizing the common areas! This is a perfect setting to enjoy the true Montana lifestyle. What could be better than watching the deer coming out to feed in the early evening while enjoying the beautiful Montana sunsets on your own private deck. The furniture in both the Eagles Nest and the Bear Den is hand crafted and made of logs, from the table & chairs to the beds. Wood floors & uniquely designed rugs add that special touch to round-out that "in the woods" feeling. Eagles Nest – has a bedroom with a queen bed, a sleeping loft with two incredibly comfortable full size beds, a living room with two full size log futons, a private bath, a kitchen area with microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker. The deck overlooks the south pasture and surrounding forest, which is a great place to watch the local wild inhabitants. The Eagles Nest can sleep up to 10 utilizing the two futons in the sitting area. The interior of the Eagles Nest has such a great log cabin feel to it, you will think you're taking a step back in time. Bear Den – located on the first floor of the cabin Bear Den offers a bedroom with a king size log - 39 - United States - Montana bed, a sitting area with two incredibly comfortable full size futons, a private full bath, a kitchen area with microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker. The Bear Den also features a private deck that overlooks the South pasture and surrounding forest. The Bear Den can sleep up to 6 utilizing the two futons in the sitting area. Glamping: Also known as “Glamorous Camping” glamping has come of age here at the Bar W. You get the best of both worlds – being and feeling a part of nature while staying in an elegant setting at the same time.The Bar W offers two luxurious canvas tents decorated Bar W style – simple elegance blended with western informality. Each tent offers a queen size log bed, full sized log futon, private porch, kitchenette and chic Western décor. Both tents have a private bath located just a couple of feet away. Your glamping experience is nestled in our pasture with wild flowers, our string of horses and all sorts of wildlife right outside. We guarantee you’ll never think of camping the same way again. Glamping is available May 1- October 31 Dining: Wait until you sit down and taste some of the best down-home cooking this side of the Mississippi - Montana style! Meals are prepared with love and care and are always served in hearty portions - no one leaves hungry. Have a unique food requirement? Just let our cooks know and we'll accommodate your request. Entertainment: Square dances, campfires, cowboy singers, wagon rides, sleigh rides, storytelling and a whole host of great local nightlife, dining, shopping and theater Nearest Airport(Hrs): 25 minutes AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present, Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 10 minutes Hospital Nearby Membership: Dude Ranch Association America Outdoors Association Flathead Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau Glacier Country Convention and Visitors Bureau Whitefish Convention and Visitors Bureau Whitefish Chamber of Commerce Kalispell Chamber of Commerce Bigfork Chamber of Commerce Eureka Chamber of Commerce Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: 3 night minimum May, June, July, August, September, October, stay during July & August November, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $0.00-$99.00, $151.00-$250.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International) Travel Trade: Wholesale Travel Agents, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners - 40 - United States - Montana Activities and Services: Barbecues, Big/Heavy Riders, Birding, Bring your own horse, Cattle Drives, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Cross Country Skiing, Culinary Trained Chefs, Dancing, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Pack Trips, Pets welcome, Photography Trips, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Saddle Your Own Horse, Sleigh Rides, Snow Shoeing, Spin Fishing, Sporting Clays, Swimming, Wedding Venue, Whirlpool Spas, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, Working Ranch, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING Other Activities: Skeet, archery, wagon rides, square dancing, team building - 41 - United States - Montana Covered Wagon Ranch Basic Information: Ours is one of the oldest continuously operating guest ranches in this canyon, and any changes that have been made are in the interest of the comfort and enjoyment of our guests today. Here, you'll stay in historic log cabins with their original 1920's charm, complete with wood-burning stoves and rustic wood furniture, but you'll also enjoy private baths, great meals and pampered attention from ranch hosts who are happy to cater to your every need. So treasured is this place that it's become a tradition among families, individuals and couples over the years ˜ in fact, most of our guests are return visitors or their friends and families. Category: Guest Ranch Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.coveredwagonranch.com Contact Information: Address: Covered Wagon Ranch, 34035 Gallatin Road, Gallatin Gateway, Montana 59730 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 1-800-995-4237 Business Phone: 1-406-995-4237 Fax: 1-406-388-7589 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 24 Max.No.Guest(group): 24 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Transportation: Transportation is offered to/from the airports with advanced notice and fee Accomodations: While staying true to the ranch's 1920's vintage heritage, we're also committed to making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as it can be. Over the years, our ranch has retained every bit of its original charm, but has gradually gained the sweet refinement and gentility that comes only to a place devoted for over four generations to its guests' comfort and pleasure. To be sure, you'll commune with your Old West longings as you relax beside the fire in your historic log cabin. But you'll also appreciate a soak in the hot tub, quiet reflection on the large covered porch, or perhaps a good read in our well-stocked library. You might tickle the ivories of our old piano, play a round of pool or challenge the kids to a little foosball. This is a place where the cookie jar is always full, and the coffee pot is always at the ready. You enjoy, and we do the rest. Dining: You'll enjoy hearty meals that hearken back to a bygone era with family and friends in the classic Western lodge. Entertainment: Friday night cookouts, campfires, picking the guitar and singing songs, learning to rope and play games, and even cowboy poetry at times. - 42 - United States - Montana Nearest Airport(Hrs): Bozeman, one hour On Site Medical: AirStrip at Ranch: No Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Bozeman, 1 hour; Big Sky Clinic, fifteen minutes Membership: Proud Members of the Dude Ranch Association and the Montana Dude Ranch Association. Months Open: June, July, August, September Exception to Months Open: Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $151.00-$250.00, $251.00-$300.00, $301.00-$400.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Travel Trade: Wholesale Travel Agents, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: Barbecues, Birding, Computer/Email services, Cowboy Cookouts, Culinary Trained Chefs, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Pack Trips, Pets welcome, Photography Trips, Programs for Children, Saddle Your Own Horse, Swimming, Wheelchair Accessible, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING Other Activities: white water rafting, mountain biking, trips to Yellowstone National Park, & more Weekly Events Friday 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday Night Cookouts Open pit BBQ, roping, games, horseshoes, music, campfires, cowboy poetry at various times. - 43 - United States - Montana Hawley Mountain Guest Ranch Basic Information: Experience Montana at our ranch in the middle of a pristine wilderness just north of Yellowstone Park. Enjoy a different kind of vacation spot, a place of quiet solitude to get away from the distractions of the world. Wild and remote, the last ranch at the end of a gravel road, we offer the best in western hospitality and mountain wilderness experience. You can enjoy a variety of unique outdoor activities. • Horseback riding on spectacular mountain trails is a great way to see the beautiful mountain terrain around us. • Fly fish away from the crowds in a breath taking mountain setting. With one mile of river frontage, we boast Blue Ribbon fly fishing on the Boulder River where parts of “A River Runs Through It" were filmed. • Hiking to unique scenic spots interests many outdoor enthusiasts. • A 4x4 ride to a ghost town and gold mines, a scenic boat float on the Yellowstone River, and “cowboy" cookouts and campfires allow guests to totally enjoy the wilderness. With a maximum of 20 guests at our ranch each week, you will be part of our ranch family. You, the staff, and owners eat meals together. A campfire cookout two or three nights a week allows an opportunity to play volleyball or horseshoes, practice roping, sing songs, or just sit around the fire and relax. After a week of enjoying exceptional things in our area and interacting with others, you’ll take away new experiences and long-lasting friendships. Come and have a fun and safe vacation with us. Category: Guest Ranch Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.hawleymountain.com Contact Information: Address: Hawley Mountain Guest Ranch, Email Address: [email protected] - 44 - United States - Montana Address: Hawley Mountain Guest Ranch, PO Box 4, McLeod, Montana 59052 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 877-496-7848 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 20 Minimum Stay(days): 5 Max.No.Guest(group): 28 Transportation: Accomodations: Three cabins and four rooms in the lodge Dining: Hearty meals served three times a day in the lodge or camfire cookouts, buffet style. Luches packed for day trips or fishermen wanting to stay on the river. Nearest Airport(Hrs): Bozeman or Billings. AirStrip at Ranch: No Approximately 3 hrs drive On Site Medical: Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Membership: Dude Ranchers Association Montana Dude Ranchers Association America Outdoors Montana Outfitters and Guides Association Big Timber Chamber of Commerce Months Open: June, July, August, September Exception to Months Open: Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, Discover Price Range(s): $151.00-$250.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Travel Trade: Travel Agent Activities and Services: Barbecues, Big/Heavy Riders, Cowboy Cookouts, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Nature Trails, Riding arena, Swimming, Wildlife Viewing, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: Jeep trip to alpine lakes, Scenic float trip - 45 - United States - Montana Lone Mountain Ranch Basic Information: Discover our hidden valley in the Northern Rockies of Montana tucked beneath one of the most stunning mountain peaks in the world, Lone Peak. Full of adventures, the Ranch provides an opportunity to reconnect with your family, your friends or yourself. The heritage and history of the old homestead shines through, as warm as the authentic smiles of the crew. After extraordinary adventures by day, the stars emerge while guests share laughs over dinner and fine wine before tucking themselves away in a cozy cabin with a crackling fire. Summer activities include horseback riding, hiking, kids program, Yellowstone Park trips, mountain biking, canoeing, fly-fishing with our Orvis® Endorsed guides, whitewater rafting and ziplining. Winter activities abound with 85km of cross country skiing, 30km of snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, Yellowstone snowcoach tours and fly-fishing, along with downhill skiing and dogsledding nearby. We also offer massage and yoga during both summer and winter seasons. Our all inclusive packages offer lodging in a cozy cabin or a room in our Ridgetop Lodge, all meals and snacks, activities, live music, evening programs and transportation to and from the Bozeman Airport. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Adventure Riding Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.LoneMountainRanch.com Contact Information: Address: Lone Mountain Ranch, Box 160069, 750 Lone Mountain Ranch Road Big Sky, Montana 59716 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 4069954644 Fax: 4069954670 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 70 Max.No.Guest(group): 45 Minimum Stay(days): 4 Transportation: Yes - 46 - United States - Montana Accomodations: Stretched amongst the towering pines are scattered our collection of private log cabins. The North Fork creek winds its way through the retreat providing a soothing accompaniment. Each cabin is unique, secluded and outfitted with lodgepole pine furniture, featherbeds and patchwork quilts, a private bath, woodburning stove or fireplace and electric heat. We have one room cabins (1-4 guests), large cabins (3-7 guests), our Douglas Fir House (5-9 guests) and our Ridgetop Lodge (6-18 guests). Dining: The dining experience at Lone Mountain Ranch is approached with unwavering care. Meals are epicurean exercises taking advantage of locally produced offerings where possible and prepared to satisfy the kind of appetite that develops after outdoor adventures. Breakfasts typically unfold with the likes of oatmeal, fresh fruit, banana pancakes and scrambled eggs served buffet style. Lunch offers a salad and soup bar as well as featured hot items like chicken parmesan. Dinner is a time to gather back as a family and share stories of the day over a three-course meal, including Crispy Panko Fried Jumbo Tiger Shrimp, Cast Iron Roasted Statler Chicken Breast and 12 oz. Grilled All Natural Angus New York Striploins. For those nights that call for something simpler, the burger or pulled pork sandwich hit the spot after a day of adventures. Entertainment: We have live music several nights each week that may include a local bluegrass trio, a cowboy entertainer or a western duet. During the summer, our music is often around a cracking campfire. Conference Capacity: 21 to 30, 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Bozeman (1 hour) AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Bozeman (1 hour) Membership: Dude Rancher's Association, Montana Dude Rancher's Association, Montana Office of Tourism Partner Months Open: January, February, March, June, Exception to Months Open: July, August, September, October, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $301.00-$400.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Travel Trade: Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: Barbecues, Birding, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Cross Country Skiing, Culinary Trained Chefs, Disc Golf, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Pack Trips, Photography Trips, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Sauna, Sleigh Rides, Snow Shoeing, Spa Services, Wheelchair Accessible, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, Yoga, MOUNTAIN SETTING Other Activities: Yellowstone National Park Trips - 47 - United States - Montana The Ranch at Rock Creek Basic Information: The Ranch offers an array of rustic yet elegant accommodations, including nine luxury suites in The Granite Lodge, authentic log cabins and eight luxury canvas tents on the banks of Rock Creek, which are considered the definitive ranch “glamping” experience under the big Montana sky. The Ranch, a Relais & Chateaux property, became Montana's first and only resort to earn the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award (2014).Also The Ranch was just awarded TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence in 2014 for the third year in a row. The Ranch also just made Robb Report’s The World’s Top 100 Resorts for May. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Ranch Spa, Adventure Riding Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.theranchatrockcreek.com Contact Information: Address: The Ranch at Rock Creek, 79 Carriage House Road, Philipsburg, Montana 59858 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 1-877-786-1545 Fax: 406-859-6030 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 125 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Max.No.Guest(group): 125 Transportation: Yes Accomodations: Granite Lodge Rooms Luxury Log Homes Historic Barn Glamping Canvas Cabins Dining: The Granite Lodge Blue Canteen Entertainment: Silver Dollar Saloon (private cinema, bowling, billiards, karaoke, shuffleboard) Outdoor Swimming Pool Granite Spa Ranch Rodeo Conference Capacity: 101 to 250 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Missoula (1.5hr); Butte AirStrip at Ranch: No (1.25hr); Helena (1.5hr) Bozeman (2.5hrs) On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present, Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Granite County Medical - 48 - United States - Montana On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present, Hospital Nearby Months Open: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English, French, Spanish Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Granite County Medical Center (25 minutes) Exception to Months Open: Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express Price Range(s): $551.00+ (Per night in US dollars) Travel Trade: Wholesale Travel Agents, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: All Terrain Vehicles, Barbecues, Birding, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Cross Country Skiing, Culinary Trained Chefs, Dancing, Fall pheasant hunts, Fitness Room, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Pack Trips, Pets welcome, Photography Trips, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Saddle Your Own Horse, Sauna, Sleigh Rides, Snow Shoeing, Spa Services, Spin Fishing, Sporting Clays, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Wedding Venue, Wheelchair Accessible, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, Yoga, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: Archery, Ropes Course, Geocaching, Snowmobiling, Downhill Skiing - 49 - United States - New Mexico Burnt Well Guest Ranch Basic Information: We are located in sunny, southeastern New Mexico. Guests have said "This is John Wayne country!" "I can't believe how far you can see!! Sometimes 50-60 miles!" "I feel like I'm just visiting family, I feel so at home and welcome here!" "I was actually a valid part of the work at hand!" "It is so-o-o peaceful and relaxing here, my hectic life seems a world away!" We've been asked, "What does a normal day at Burnt Well look like?" We tell them, "The only thing normal at Burnt Well is the setting on the washing machine!" We don't have set schedules. Flexibility is the word here, and YOU are the focus of our attention while you are at Burnt Well? The only exception would be if there is water problems (windmill, pipeline,etc.) or any other urgent ranch business that may come up, since we are a working ranch first, with no staff. We're it unless you're here and then WE'RE (including you) it! Come to Burnt Well, get dirty and have some fun, then kick your boots off and relax a spell!! We'll fill your tummy with good country food, fill your days with fun and adventure, fill the air with lots of conversation & laughter and fill your mind with unforgettable memories! At Burnt Well: We're committed to the quality of your stay..... Not the quantity of people we can run through our place!! Categories: Guest Ranch, Working Ranch Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.burntwellguestranch.com Contact Information: Address: Burnt Well Guest Ranch, 399 Chesser Road, Rosewell, New Mexico 88203 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 866-729-0974 Business Phone: 575-347-2668 Fax: 575-347-2668 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 10 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Max.No.Guest(group): Transportation: Accomodations: Our 3,000 square foot guest hacienda has two private rooms. The "INDIAN" room - 50 - United States - New Mexico Accomodations: Our 3,000 square foot guest hacienda has two private rooms. The "INDIAN" room will sleep up to a family of 6 and the "RODEO" room will sleep up to a family of 4. Each room has a private bath. The spacious "GREAT" room has a native rock fireplace, a pool table, a kitchenette and lots of room for games, reading or relaxing. Off the "GREAT" room is the "WASH HOUSE" for your laundry convenience, the "BURNT WELL MERCANTILE" stocked with unique to Burnt Well and New Mexico gifts and souvenirs and "THE PRIVY" another full bathroom complete with a horse trough shower! There is also an inviting porch with lots of seating and a hot tub to sooth those saddle sore muscles! Dining: At Burnt Well you will be exposed to our local Mexican food and lots of "Cowboy" cuisine, such as brisket, chicken fried steak, grilled steak and/or lamb chops, and plenty of other hearty country cooking. We eat all our meals together and family style in the main ranch house, or outside around the campfire. There's always PLENTY!! If you leave Burnt Well hungry it's your fault! Entertainment: We're a simple ranch with simple pleasures such as; good conversation, lots of story telling and laughter, campfires and a night sky full of stars. You may be able to coax Patricia to pull out her fiddle and play a few old cowboy tunes or some sweet fiddle melodies. She may even be able to lure some musician friends out from town for a music night around that campfire under those twinkling stars. Nearest Airport(Hrs): Roswell 45 minutes away AirStrip at Ranch: No On Site Medical: Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Eastern New Mexcio Medical Center 1 hour Membership: DRA-Dude Rancher's Association, WRCA-Working Ranch Cowboy's Association, AQHA-American Quarter Horse Association Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card Price Range(s): $251.00-$300.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International) Travel Trade: Travel Agent, Tour Operator Activities and Services: Barbecues, Big/Heavy Riders, Birding, Bring your own horse, Cattle Drives, Cowboy Cookouts, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Loping permitted, Riding arena, Working Ranch, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: horseshoes, sightseeing - 51 - United States - New Mexico Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch Basic Information: Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch is a real western adventure! Horseback or hiking takes guests through beautiful forests of tall Ponderosa pine, through astounding deep canyons with sheer towering walls and crystal clear streams. From the "Top of the World" guests view more than 3 million acres, 1000 square miles of the Gila National Forest, the Aldo Leopold and Gila Wildernesses. Elk, mule deer, wild turkey and other wildlife abound. Pithouses, cliff dwellings, and rock art of the earliest inhabitants, the Mimbres (750 - 1150)to explore in the immediate vicinity. The land Geronimo and the Apaches roamed. Outstanding horses (many registered quarter horses and paints)for every ability. Comfortable, attractive accomodations, warm hospitality, relaxed atmosphere, great food. No set schedules - guests do as much or as little as they want! Category: Guest Ranch Geographical Area: USA - South West Website: www.geronimoranch.com Contact Information: Address: Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch, 1 Wall Lake Road, Winston, New Mexico 87943 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 575-772-5157 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 16 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Max.No.Guest(group): 16 Transportation: Accomodations: "Apache": 1 queen, 1 twin, (max occupancy 3). Full Bath. Sitting area with table - 52 - United States - New Mexico Accomodations: "Apache": 1 queen, 1 twin, (max occupancy 3). Full Bath. Sitting area with table and chairs. Covered Porch with swing. "Mimbres": 1 queen, 1 bunkbed (max occupancy 4). Full Bath, Sitting area with table and chairs. Covered Porch with swing. "Cowboy": 1 queen, 3 twins (max occupancy 5). Full bath, sitting area with table and chairs, small porch. "Outlaw": 2 bedrooms-one with 1 queen, the other with 1 bunkbed (max occupancy 4). Full bath, sitting area, small porch. All cabins have gas fireplaces. Native American or cowboy and horses decor. Dining: Southwestern Ranch cooking served family style in our "Cantina". Hearty breakfasts: New Mexican style scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast with toppings and fresh fruit. Guest's favorite dinners include New Mexican lasagne, thick juicy steaks, salmon, pork tenderoins, fried chicken. Yummy desserts! Entertainment: S'mores and music around the campfire. Indoor and outdoor games. Games on horseback in our arena. Conference Capacity: 10 to 20 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Albuquerque,NM or El AirStrip at Ranch: No Paso, TX - 4 hours On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 2 hours Membership: The Dude Rancher's Association, American Quarter Horse Association. Months Open: March, April, May, June, July, Exception to Months Open: Open March 1st August, September, October, November November 15th Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, Discover Price Range(s): $251.00-$300.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International) Activities and Services: Adult Oriented, Barbecues, Birding, Dancing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Loping permitted, Nature Trails, Riding arena, Saddle Your Own Horse, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: Families welcome! Adult oriented in May, September, October and November. - 53 - United States - Texas The Sugar & Spice Ranch Basic Information: The Sugar & Spice Ranch.......Featured on NBC's "Today Show" as "an amazing mother and daughter getaway".... "Bonding Mothers & Daughters Through Horses" What an unforgettable way to un-plug and re-connect with your daughter. At the ranch you will spend a week living the ranch life. You will own your own horses for the time that you are there. You will feed, groom, tack-up, and of course ride. All experience levels are welcome and they encourage beginners. These are all-inclusive packages and nothing is overlooked. they cater to moms and all the niceties that you would expect from one mom to another such as gourmet food and fresh flowers in your bunk room. There is nightly entertainment, even a massage therapist on Tuesday evenings when you're at the point where you may need it. In addition, the ranch will also bring you to a local rodeo where the children can participate in many events. Come to the ranch and experience everything that the ranch has become famous for, great food, great horses, and of course, great memories. Throughout the year The Sugar & Spice Ranch offers Spring Break Weeks, Christmas Week Mother/Daughter Packages, and For Thanksgiving, we host one family and provide an amazing bountiful feast complete with a turkey and all the fixin's. The ranch also offers family packages and "women only" packages throughout the the year and can customize a package to suit your needs. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Horseback Riding Only, Working Ranch Geographical Area: USA - South Central Website: www.texashorsecamps.com Contact Information: Address: The Sugar & Spice Ranch, 884 Rikki Drive, Bandera, Texas 78003 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 830-460-8487 Fax: 830-460-8487 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 10 Minimum Stay(days): 3 - 54 - United States - Texas Max.No.Guest(non group): 10 Max.No.Guest(group): 10 Minimum Stay(days): 3 Transportation: Shuttle service available from the airport Accomodations: A lovely bunkhouse that sleeps up to 10 guests. The house is climate controlled with heat and a/c. Dining: All meals and snacks are included. all the meals are gourmet and amazingly scrumptious!! Entertainment: Every evening has entertainment or activities for everyone including a rodeo, a cowboy singer to entertain you and even a massage therapist to rub away those aches and pains from being in the saddle. Nearest Airport(Hrs): San Antonio AirStrip at Ranch: No International Airport On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present, Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 20 minutes Hospital Nearby Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express, Discover Price Range(s): $151.00-$250.00 (Per night in US dollars) Activities and Services: Adult Oriented, Barbecues, Computer/Email services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Loping permitted, Natural Horsemanship, Overnight Horse Trips, Pets welcome, Programs for Children, Riding arena, Saddle Your Own Horse, Spa Services, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Whirlpool Spas, Wireless Internet access, Working Ranch, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Weekly Events Wednesday 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Meet and Ride Texas Longhorns Our guests get the chance to get up close and personal with Casino and Vegas our Texas Longhorn friends!! - 55 - United States - Virginia Shangrila Guest Ranch Basic Information: The farm is an exciting place to be any season of the year. No matter which season is your favorite, there are activities to enjoy all year long. There is something for everyone - singles, couples and families. Children especially enjoy collecting eggs from the chickens, feeding the ducks and other farm animals. The farm experience is an excellent opportunity for quality time together. Come and be a part of the family, and come home to Shangrila - our paradise on earth! Horseback riding is the featured activity at Shangrila Guest Ranch, however, the majority of guests start with little to no riding experience. All rides are guided and accompanied by experienced trail guides. You choose the kind of outing that best fits your schedule - anywhere from a one to two-hour ride, or an all-day ride with lunch on the trail. This is determined by your group and what you are comfortable with. Shangrila Guest Ranch provides a family oriented atmosphere in a country setting. Take the time to slow down and enjoy life..... and take the memories with you of a lifetime! Categories: Guest Ranch, Horseback Riding Only, Ranch OTHER Geographical Area: USA - South East Website: www.shangrilaretreat.us Contact Information: Address: Shangrila Guest Ranch, 3219 Cluster Springs Road, South Boston, Virginia 24592 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 434-517-0888 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 12 Minimum Stay(days): Max.No.Guest(group): 25 Transportation: Accomodations: Old Home Place – Originally built in 1801, the home place has 3 bedrooms, one with a queen bed and fireplace, one with a full bed and fireplace, and one with two twin beds. It also has a kitchen, living room with fireplace, full bath, washer and dryer. The home provides a haven for visitors to relax, whether on the porch overlooking the herb garden or in the hammock for afternoon snoozes. Information on the history of the farm is also located in the home. The Log Cabin sits tucked in the woods. It has a full bed, full bath, open kitchen and living area with two twin beds in the loft. A small pasture lies in front of the cabin surrounded by trees. - 56 - United States - Virginia The Packhouse - Formerly used as a packing barn for tobacco in its day, the large refurbished structure retains its rustic charm with the addition of modern conveniences. The backside of the upper floor is a private efficiency which has a queen bed, private bath and small kitchen area. It also has a private deck that overlooks the pond and pastures. The Packhouse -The middle room upstairs in the Packhouse has a private efficiency which has a queen bed, futon, private bath, and open living/kitchen area. The Packhouse - The backside of the lower level provides rustic accommodations with two twin beds. There is a separate bathroom with shower for guests use. All lodgings have a view of horse pastures. Dining: Meals are served at the Packhouse dining area. Lunch may be on the trail for those trail riding. Arrangements may be made for those with food allergies or special dietary needs. Entertainment: Local Blue grass music located nearby. Nearest Airport(Hrs): 1 1/2 hours RDU, AirStrip at Ranch: No Raleigh-Durham International On Site Medical: Hospital Nearby Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card Price Range(s): $151.00-$250.00 (Per night in US dollars) Travel Trade: Travel Agent, Meeting / Incentive Planners Activities and Services: Barbecues, Bring your own horse, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Programs for Children, Riding arena, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: hay rides, wagon rides, campfires, volleyball, sightseeing, fishing, shooting - 57 - United States - Wyoming RED REFLET RANCH Basic Information: Located in Ten Sleep, a beautiful, quiet area of Wyoming, the Red Reflet (re-flay) is both a working ranch and luxurious Guest Ranch/Resort, that utilizes over 25,000 acres of land which range from 4,200' to 8,300' in elevation, and encompassing many spectacular landscapes. These landscapes transition from cacti desert to Aspen forests to deep limestone canyons fringed with giant Ponderosa Pines, to rolling sage covered hills, to multicolored rock layered canyons in the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains. But minutes away are the fascinating Castle Gardens and the lakes, streams, and trails of the 1,115,000 acre Big Horn National Forest, and nearly 200,000 acres of the Cloud Peak Wilderness with peaks to 13,175'. There is so much to explore and so many surprises, we are sure you will be delighted and enthralled. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Working Ranch Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: red-reflet-ranch.net Contact Information: Address: RED REFLET RANCH, 10 Lodge Road, Ten Sleep, Wyoming 82442 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 3073662340 Fax: 3073662341 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): Max.No.Guest(group): Minimum Stay(days): Transportation: Shuttle service free of charge to and from the Worland Airport Accomodations: Guest accommodations have great privacy, wonderful views, and are very luxurious. All Chalets offer a private hot tub, steam shower, fireplace, washer & dryer, complete kitchen, satellite Direct-TV, wireless Internet access, direct phone line and are stocked with snacks, beverages, and breakfast foods as you require. In accommodations, and every other aspect, the Red Reflet Guest Ranch is unlike any other guest ranch and we seek to keep it simply in a league of its own. Dining: Mealtime is always memorable on the Red Reflet Ranch, as almost everything on the table has been grown or raised on the Ranch to be the absolute best, then prepared by our resident executive Chef, and intended to be healthful and fabulous dining. A full bar is included to compliment pre-dinner hors-d oeuvres. Choose from 20+ different beers and 100+ wines from all over the world, also included in your one rate vacation. Most lunches will include staff from different units of the operation, some days include the full staff for lunch, so you will have an opportunity to meet and visit with the folks who make the ranch work and better understand what do - 58 - United States - Wyoming opportunity to meet and visit with the folks who make the ranch work and better understand what do on at a real, Wyoming working ranch. Dinners are usually with the owners, who live on site, and want to be sure your experience on the Red Reflet Ranch is a memorable experience and everything you could hope or expect. Entertainment: Roping and Barbeques weekly ... along with Singer Conference Capacity: 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Worland (WRL) or Red AirStrip at Ranch: Yes Red Reflet Ranch (private) - WY00 On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 45 minutes Membership: WDRA DRA Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English, French Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card Price Range(s): $401.00-$550.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International) Travel Trade: Travel Agent Activities and Services: Airstrip on Property, All Terrain Vehicles, Barbecues, Big/Heavy Riders, Birding, Bring your own horse, Cattle Drives, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Culinary Trained Chefs, Fitness Room, Flight Seeing, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Pack Trips, Riding arena, Sauna, Snow Shoeing, Spa Services, Spin Fishing, Swimming, Swimming Pool, Tennis, Wedding Venue, Wheelchair Accessible, Whirlpool Spas, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, Working Ranch, WILDERNESS SETTING, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: snowmobiles - 59 - United States - Wyoming Spotted Horse Ranch Basic Information: We are located on the Hoback River that runs into the Snake River and the ranch backs up to the Bridger Teton National Forest. We are only 16 miles South of Jackson Hole, Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) and the Grand Teton National Park. Yellowstone is approximately 1 hour drive north of the ranch. Our rates are based on the American Plan which includes cabins, meals, fly fishing on the ranch, free fishing clinic, horseback riding, rodeo, cookouts with live entertainment, scenic/or whitewater rafting on the Snake River, swimming in Granite Hot Springs and all ranch activities. We have a saloon in the main lodge; beer and wine at cocktail hour before dinner are included in your stay. Horseback rides scheduled twice daily except for Wednesday. Our trail rides are in the scenic mountains of the Bridger Teton National Forest. If you want to take advantage of being so close to Yellowstone we will pack you picnic lunches and drinks for your day travels through the park. Guided fly fishing float trips off the ranch can also be arranged. We have 10 guest cabins that have been renovated in the past 6 years to deluxe accommodations. Six of the cabins have two bedrooms. Category: Guest Ranch Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.spottedhorseranch.com Contact Information: Address: Spotted Horse Ranch, 12355 South U.S. Highway 191, Jackson, Wyoming 83001 Email Address: [email protected] Reservation Phone: 1-800-528-2084 Business Phone: 307-733-2097 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 35 Minimum Stay(days): Max.No.Guest(group): Transportation: Accomodations: We have ten guest cabins that have been renovated in the past six years to deluxe accommodations. Six of the cabins have two bedrooms. The atmosphere at the Spotted Horse Ranch is relaxed and casual. Our individual cabins are of log construction with the modern conveniences of home. Spacious comfortable rooms with private baths are all attractively furnished in a decor benefiting the true spirit of the West. The main lodge includes a dining room overlooking the Hoback River, a spacious livingroom with a beautiful rock fireplace and lounge. Other main features include a sauna, whirlpool, video library, - 60 - United States - Wyoming and laundry facility. Dining: Enjoy three home cooked family style meals each day during your stay. Our motto is "Quality and Quantity" and many of our repeat guests return simply to relax and enjoy the excellent cuisine. Any special diets can be catered to with advance notice. Entertainment: Twice a week during the summer and once a week in the fall we have cookouts. The cookout is accompanied in song by a local music talent just like in the days of old when voices were lifted in song around the campfire. Conference Capacity: 21 to 30 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Jackson Hole Airport AirStrip at Ranch: No (approx. 40 min away) On Site Medical: Hospital Nearby Nearest Hospital(Hrs): 25-30 min. Months Open: May, June, July, August, Exception to Months Open: September, October Languages: English Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, Discover Price Range(s): $301.00-$400.00 (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), USA State Dude and Guest Ranchers' Association Activities and Services: Barbecues, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Culinary Trained Chefs, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Laundry Service, Loping permitted, Nature Trails, Overnight Horse Trips, Pack Trips, Programs for Children, Sauna, Sleigh Rides, Swimming, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, MOUNTAIN SETTING Other Activities: Trip to the Granite Hot Springs and the Jackson Hole Rodeo, - 61 - United States - Wyoming The Hideout Lodge & Guest Ranch Basic Information: This is not your typical Guest Ranch and a very unique place. The accomodations and level of personal attention are boutique-like. With a culinary schooled chef the food is Western gourmet style. When it comes to riding this is not a nose to tail ranch. There are miles and miles of trails to ride on private, National Forest and BLM land in a variety of scenery. This is not a nose to tail ranch. Experienced riders will find the horses of exceptional quality and beginning riders will find the staff very patient and accomodating. Guests have the opportunity to participate in an authentic working cattle and cowboy experience with cattle work, riding, etc. Many of The Hideout's organized and experienced staff are year-round, which makes them very personable and experienced with the area. Safety sets The Hideout apart and great attention is being paid to the hiring process, quality of horses, maintenance of equipment, communication, safety training, etc. During the cattle drives & round ups, guests are guaranteed plenty of time on horseback as they move over 1,000 head of cattle across the ranch's quarter of a million acres of range. Other activities include trapshooting, natural horsemanship and stockmanship clinics, massage, hot tub, fishing, hiking, canoeing, equine massage initiation, culinary classes, art events, photography clinics, guided visits to Yellowstone National Park, Cody, The Buffalo Bill Museum, Cody Nite Rodeo and much more. Guests of The Hideout with an interest in paleontology, archeology or geology have the unique opportunity to participate in a walking, guided tour of the nearby Red Gulch Dinosaur Track site with a local expert. During the summer months, it is not unusual to meet with international scientists exploring and working on the many geological sites for which Wyoming is world renowned. The Hideout has no dedicated kids program because we believe that family vacations you be a learning experience with children and parents sharing a fun time together. During the summer season families with older kids will find The Hideout not only a fun and exceptional vacation but the entire family will take home many learnings. From September to Mai the Hideout is mostly adult - 62 - United States - Wyoming oriented. Wonderful food, fine horses, great adventures, and genuine western hospitality all await you at The Hideout. Categories: Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Working Ranch Geographical Area: USA - North West Website: www.thehideout.com Contact Information: Address: The Hideout Lodge & Guest Ranch, P.O. Box 206, 3170 Road 40 1/2, Shell, Wyoming 82441 Email Address: [email protected] Business Phone: 307 765 2080. Fax: 307 765 2681 Additional Details: Max.No.Guest(non group): 25 Minimum Stay(days): 4 Max.No.Guest(group): 35 Transportation: Yes Accomodations: The Main Lodge is at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains (4200 ft) and is surrounded by 5 luxurious and comfortable cabins (15 rooms). At our main lodge, we have a hot tub, a trap shooting facility, and our barn along with a professional size arena. Along with these accomodations The Hideout offers additional choice in more upscale accommodation at The Hideout Home. Dining: The Hideout has a culinary trained chef who prepares, healthy food from quality ingredients, many of which are sourced locally. Entertainment: Other recreational activities include fly fishing, archery, trap shooting,natural horsemanship and stockmanship clinics, equine massage initiation, culinary classes, photography clinics, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, biking, guided tours to Yellowstone Park, the world famous Buffalo Bill Historical Center, Cody Nite Rodeo, The Old Trail Town, and other local attractions. Conference Capacity: 31 to 50 Nearest Airport(Hrs): Cody, WY 70 mi. (1 hr) AirStrip at Ranch: Yes On Site Medical: First Aid Personnel Present, Nearest Hospital(Hrs): Cody, WY 70 mi. (1 hr) Hospital Nearby Membership: DRA, WDRA Months Open: January, February, March, April, Exception to Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December Languages: English, French, German, Spanish Credit Cards: VISA, Master Card, American Express Price Range(s): $251.00-$300.00, $301.00-$400.00, $401.00-$550.00, $551.00+ (Per night in US dollars) Association(s): Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA - International), Wyoming Dude & Guest Ranch Association Travel Trade: Travel Agent, Tour Operator Activities and Services: - 63 - United States - Wyoming Activities and Services: Adult Oriented, Barbecues, Birding, Cattle Drives, Computer/Email services, Conference Services, Corporate Groups, Meetings, Cowboy Cookouts, Cross Country Skiing, Culinary Trained Chefs, Fly Fishing, Golf on Premises or Nearby, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Horseback Riding Lessons, Hot Tub, Loping permitted, Mountain Biking, Natural Horsemanship, Nature Trails, Other, Overnight Horse Trips, Pack Trips, Photography Trips, Riding arena, Snow Shoeing, Spa Services, Sporting Clays, Swimming, Wedding Venue, Whirlpool Spas, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wireless Internet access, Working Ranch, MOUNTAIN SETTING, RURAL SETTING Other Activities: Horsemanship & stockmanship clinics - 64 -
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