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Willow
Lane Ranch is located south of the Calgary in the heart of ranch country.
This is where the rolling foothills meet the Rocky Mountains and the stress
of city life just seems to fade away. You will join your hosts on a real
working cattle and horse ranch and learn all about western Canadian hospitality.
This is not a dude ranch, where trail riding is the main objective, but a working ranch. These folks are cowboys ... they know the country; they know cattle; they understand the Cow Horse and they are willing to share their knowledge, experience & way of life with you.
Visitors marvel at the vastness, the stark beauty and the diversity of landscape that Willow Lane offers. For those who have never experienced farm or ranch life or are wanting to reacquaint themselves with their roots, this is a time of rejuvenation, a time of re-discovery. Deadlines, traffic and voice mail are all very far away.
You’ll get acquainted with your hosts as you enjoy a wholesome dinner, followed by a pleasant night’s rest in your new home.
OR
Guests take part in daily ranch activities, which may include riding with your hosts to check cattle, rounding up cattle, fence mending and general ranch activities.
After
hours, guests often gather around the campfire or indoors in the family
room, around the piano or TV and VCR. Stories are traded, experiences embellished
and it is not uncommon for a song or two to be heard, as the Lane's entertain
guests and encourage them to join in on a session or two. A library and
board games are also available for your pleasure. Outside a cedar hot tub
completes the picture of a great way to cool your heels before climbing
into your cozy bed for one of the best and well earned sleeps you have ever
had.
There’s no need to be in a hurry this morning. You will enjoy another hearty breakfast before heading off down the trail on your return journey through the rolling foothills scenery to Calgary.
5 Day/4 Night: $1062.50/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
7 Day/6 Night: $1400/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
Contact
our knowledgeable staff today to discuss making your western experience
holiday a reality.
Arrive at the ranch to spend the first night at the ranch house.
Guests
stay in a comfortable tent camp away from the ranch house in the beautiful
Porcupine Hills. (Clients will be expected to share a tent with one other
same sex guest or as a couple. The tents are 12 X 14 and able to easily
handle two people with lots of room for there gear as well.) Long hours
in the saddle and lots of cattle work in a wonderfully scenic setting, highlight
this adventure.
A usual day would see everyone in the saddle by 9:30 AM and back to camp around 5:00 PM. For the first day, however, everyone is in the saddle by 11:00 AM returning to camp at 6:30 or 7 PM. A mid-day break is taken for lunch (which is packed along). Breakfast & Supper are served at camp.
Guests return to the ranch where they can refresh and change back into their “civilian” clothes for the return journey to Calgary.
* Advanced Camps are for guests able to handle long hours in the saddle without a break. Guests do not need cattle handling experience, the wranglers will instruct them, however the riding in these camps often calls for quick maneuvers and thinking as well as the ability and confidence to get your horse moving in a hurry. Another important difference is that the terrain is often rough and varied with no chance to choose an easier route so confidence in your horse and riding ability are important.
In order for guests to enjoy the Western Cow Camp experiences, they should have at least intermediate riding experience and be able to ride for long periods of time. The terrain is varied as is the pace but most of the riding is done at a walk or trot. Cantering or galloping is only done when necessary to bring the cattle back into line or keep them going in the right direction.
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our knowledgeable staff today to discuss making your western experience
holiday a reality.
This
is a true Alberta working ranch experience. You head back in time at historic
Lucasia Ranch. Join ranch cowboys as they herd cattle through the picturesque
Porcupine Hills of southwestern Alberta. Surround yourself with 4000 acres
of vast open country. Herds of elk and deer mingle with Texas Longhorns
and Crossbred cattle, as well as Percheron, Appaloosa and Quarter horses.
Established
in 1881 this Alberta foothills ranch stands as testament to a bygone era.
After a day in the saddle, you can spend the evening beside a crackling
campfire or relaxing on the deck. Taste the crystal clear spring water that
flows through the ranch yard into a pond that is home to colourful ducks
and geese.
The
main ranch home has two guest rooms. Or, you can experience pioneer life
and stay in the refurbished 1900s log cabin.
OR
Guests
take part in daily ranch activities, which may include riding with your
hosts to check cattle and horses, fence mending and general ranch activities,
as well as seasonal round-ups of cattle. Other ranch options include team
roping practice and learning the basics of roping the dummy. Or perhaps
you would like to challenge someone to a game of horseshoes, enjoy an evening
of fire pit camaraderie or hike the hills and watch for birds and other
wildlife.
There’s
no need to be in a hurry this morning. You will enjoy another hearty breakfast
before heading off down the trail on your return journey through the rolling
foothills scenery to Calgary.
5 Day/4 Night: $875/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
7 Day/6 Night: $1150/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
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our knowledgeable staff today to discuss making your western experience
holiday a reality.
You’ll find Sierra West nestled under the Livingstone Mountain Range in Southwestern Alberta. Here the prairies rise up to meet the rolling foothills and continue on to the pristine mountains. The breath-taking scenery is second to none and you will often catch a glimpse of the abundance of wild life in the area. This is an authentic working cattle ranch where you can stay in one of two self-catered log cabins – offer all the amenities including stove, fridge, microwave, water coolers, pots & pans, dishes, TV, VCR and full bath – and enjoy the clean mountain air (and fishing) on the banks of Todd Creek. One cabin is the original log homestead from 1905 (Homesteader), and the other is newly finished (Sundowner) with an eye to our guests’ comfort.
Do you want to bring your own horse? If so, here for your pleasure, you will find barns, corrals, a riding and roping arena plus Texas Longhorn cattle to work. And for those who just want to experience the cowboy way of life – horseback riding and/or beginner roping lessons are available. Fishing, canoeing, snowmobiling, and sightseeing are only minutes away. The ranch is in close proximity to forest reserves, natural lakes and man made dams. And, Waterton Lakes National Park and many other points of interest lie within liesurely driving distance.
(Sleeps 7 with hide-a-bed)
(Sierra West & Brown Creek Ranch)
Get the Best of Both!
Spend an adventuresome few days taking in the ranching activities of 2
spectacular ranches - Sierra West & Brown Creek. Start out by learning
horsemanship, how to ride, rope and handle cattle. Then join a trail ride
or perhaps even a cattle drive or pack trip into the back country (on available
dates) where the scenery never ends!
And all the while you’ll be enjoying ranch cooked meals and relaxing
in your private log cabin.
5 days/4 nights - $980.00/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
7days/6nights - $1470.00/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
Dedicated to those touched by the spirit of the horse!
At
Bent Creek you will quickly discover a life-long passion for horses, horsemanship
and learning. This is a cattle and horse operation that focuses on equine
education. A unique mix of Western Rider level instruction as outlined by
Equine Canada combined with practical applications in pasture conditions
including cattle handling. Rekindle your spirit as you immerse yourself
in a lifestyle surrounded by horses, cattle and the wildlife of the Meadow
Lark Valley.
Cowboy
appetites always get huge. You'll surely look forward to Kathy's delicious,
generous, home-cooked meals served in our spacious ranch house or veranda.
Sittin' around an evening camp-fire by the rapids, recalling the day's work
and maybe "stretchin' the truth a bit" ... what a way to end a
day!
Experience a 3, 5 or 7 day ranch stay while you enjoy riding and an assortment of guest ranch activities.
4 Day/3 Night: $645/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
6 Day/5 Night: $1050/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
8 Day/7 Night: $1435/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
Or, take part in one of the several horsemanship clinics available to enhance your riding and ranch skills.
Clinic choices for 2006 include the following:
Improve your human-horse relationship by implementing correct, consistent communication. Our horsemanship clinics teach non-intrusive techniques that can be incorporated into any equine discipline with emphasis on the ranch horse. Problem solving techniques will be addressed at this clinic.
4 Day/3 Night: $780/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
Learn numerous heading and healing roping techniques. We'll see how different roping techniques or loops are beneficial in different situations. Try techniques real ranch cowboys use to catch and doctor cattle in a low stress and humane way. Proper handling of cattle on the open range or in the feedlot is an art. Experience the western pride of good horsemanship and low stress cattle handling techniques.
4 Day/3 Night: $780/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
The focus of this clinic is horsemanship specializing in the pack horse and trail horse. Learn about different components of the pack saddle and how they are used. The single and double diamond hitches, trail horse do's and don'ts are taught. The practicum portion of the clinic sees day three on a trail ride and days 4 and 5 on an overnight pack trip.
4 Day/3 Night: $780/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
We invite you to discover a burning desire to share a life-long passion for horses, horsemanship and learning. Immerse yourself in the challenge of horse/human communication. A quarter century of professional teaching and Equine Canada National Coaching training set the background for your six days of western rider and cattle handling preparation.
This program is ideal for individuals seeking employment as a ranch or guest ranch cowboy; or the "city slicker" who always wanted to try cowboyin'. The program combines the following: horsemanship skills and the ranch horse; cattle handling; ranch roping basics and horse packing. Cowboy 101 is designed to give a quality introduction of the cowboy skills required to carry on the day to day tasks many of today's ranches require. Certificates are awarded on the final day for graduates of Cowboy 101.
Feel the cowboy spirit emerge as you slip into a lifestyle surrounded by horses, cattle and Western Canadian hospitality in the peaceful Meadowlark river valley.
7 Day/6 Night:
$1560/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax & 10% gratuity.
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our knowledgeable staff today to discuss making your western experience
holiday a reality.
When a Texas cowgirl and an Alberta rancher get together, the result is a charming blend of two cultures in an old west setting. Head on out to Alberta's majestic Porcupine Hills ... Canadian Ranch Country at its finest. Nestled in the Porcupine Hills, on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains is Brown Creek Ranch.
Brown
Creek Ranch stays feature a self-contained pine log cabin situated on a
family-run working cattle ranch. Listen to a gently rolling creek that runs
just outside the cabin and let country life surround you while taking you
back to a slower pace.
Your hosts are Shaunere and Brian Lane and their four children. From a long-time ranching family in the Claresholm area, Brian runs the Brown Creek cow/calf operation and is a team-roper in his spare time. Shaunere hails from San Antonio, Texas and brings her own western cultural perspective to Brown Creek Ranch. In addition to working with Brian on the cattle operations, Shaunere also enjoys southwestern-style ranch cooking, working in the yard and spending time with her family.
Brown Creek Ranch Packages all Include:
(arrive any day) - Cowgirls only ... Cowboys need not apply!
This package is for a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 ladies.
Have
you been looking for a great escape with a few good friends? The search
is over! Brown Creek Ranch offers a Cowgirl holiday with the best of both
worlds, from sunny summer days in the saddle working with cattle and getting
your hands dirty, to being completely pampered and having the time to relax
and "catch up," This ‘All Cowgirl’ package includes
accommodation in a private pine log cabin, riding, cattle work, daily ranch
activities and ranch chores. To enhance this special time away with the
girls, head to ‘town’ for a Cowgirl shopping trip, and to complete
the perfect day, stop for afternoon tea before returning to the ranch. After
a day in the saddle, relax with a glass of champagne and scented candles.
5 Day/4 Night: $1025/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
(This getaway can be reserved for any three days of the week.)
Spend three days and two nights in private log cabin accommodation, and enjoying ranch cooked meals, combined with riding and ranch activities.
3 Day/2 Night: $440/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
(This getaway can be reserved for any four days of the week.)
Escape for four days and three nights in private log cabin accommodation, enjoying ranch cooked meals, combined with riding and ranch activities, and all the special "extras" to make your honeymoon special. These extras include fresh flowers, chocolates, champagne and candle light dinners as well as cozy robes.
4 Day/3 Night: $625/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
(This ranch stay can be reserved to begin on any day of the week.)
Enjoy
a relaxing five day ranch holiday while joining in various ranch activities.
Tour the Porcupine Hills and savour the view from the back of your horse
and spend a day Cowboy shopping at some of the local Western shops. This
stay includes four nights accommodation in a private pine log cabin, ranch
cooked meals, riding and a day trip of your choice to near-by sight seeing
attractions.
5 Day/4 Night: $995/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
(This ranch stay can be reserved to begin on any day of the week.)
Spend
seven days on working cattle ranch doing things the old west way. Ride through
the scenic Porcupine Hills surrounding the ranch. Enjoy a day trip to the
Historic Bar U Ranch, or go sight-seeing at one of the near-by attractions,
or spend a day Cowboy shopping at some of the local Western shops. Your
stay includes six nights accommodation in a private pine log cabin, ranch
cooked meals, riding, ranch activities and a day tour.
7 Day/6 Night: $1295/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
Extend your stay to 9 Day/8 Night for $1680/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
(Sierra West & Brown Creek Ranch)
Get the Best of Both!
Spend an adventuresome few days taking in the ranching activities of 2 spectacular ranches - Sierra West & Brown Creek. Start out by learning horsemanship, how to ride, rope and handle cattle. Then join a trail ride or perhaps even a cattle drive or pack trip into the back country (on available dates) where the scenery never ends! And all the while you’ll be enjoying ranch cooked meals and relaxing in your private log cabin.
5 Day/4 Night - $980.00/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
7 Day/6 Night - $1470.00/person (based on double occupancy) plus tax and 10% gratuity
Contact
our knowledgeable staff today to discuss making your western experience
holiday a reality.
Working Ranch Vacations are all-inclusive. Transportation to and from the working ranch is not provided by the ranch, unless specifically stated, although we can arrange this service.
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