It can be defined in many ways, and is different to every person. According to Henry David Thoreau, “In Wilderness is the preservation of the world”. Edward Abbey said “A wilderness, in contrast with those areas where man and his own works dominate the landscape, is hereby recognized as an area where the earth and […]
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Of course, many long time riders discovered this early on in their life. And, many others have been aware of the therapeutic benefits, but there is recent scientific proof of this benefit. I just read an article in “America’s Horse”, by Andrea Caudill, that addressed this, and thought I’d share some of the pertinent points
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While the days are longer and we are getting more bright, sunny days, we continue to have lots of cold (today it was 5 degrees when we got up!!) and the snow is melting excruciatingly slowly. As of today, April 20th, we still have over two feet here on the level. And so, one of
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The dark patches on Lincoln, just recently revealed by milder weather, are already disappearing back under their white mantles. And so proceeds March in Montana. “Springtime in the Rockies” is a period of schizophrenic mood changes for Mother Nature. She is alternately gentle, warm and bright followed by angry winds, biting snow and sullen skies
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Following is the afternoon portion of “Day 2” in our “Day in the Life…” Series. In the first weeks of being brought to the ranch from winter pasture, the foals are getting used to being without Mom, learning how to be caught, haltered, led, touched, pick up their feet and to give at the poll.
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from Jane Volk: I cannot tell you how much my Montana memories with you mean to me. I think of so many things like: the book at the top of Mt. Lincoln; Cowboy Bob; Kim swearing at the &%#^%% horses (the highlight of the pack trips); bossy/lovable/noisy Jeff (how is he???); the Monday morning briefings
from Jane Roshborough Jackson: December 16, 2010 Dear Kim and Kelly, I recently found this picture from 1958 which I think was a family Christmas card or included a family letter that came to my family. I believe that is you Kim in the picture. I also remember being present at your baptism when we
Day 2 will be broken into a.m and p.m. since we’re going to follow Jeff as he works with the young six-month old foals on their lessons – and they have a LOT to learn!! Just having one of the largest Dude Ranch herds around isn’t enough to guarantee excellent trail horses. Neither is relying
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So, today we’ll be starting a series called “A Day in the Life…” to help all our friends see what a Montana Dude Ranch winter is like. Day 1: Just like the Nine Quarter Circle, most Montana Dude Ranches close in the winter due to weather, snow load, etc. However, unlike the Nine Quarter, many
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Well, there are many aspects to a great dude ranch vacation including the lodging, meals, scenery, hospitality, etc. However, we believe that one of the most important parts, especially for a family dude ranch experience, is the horses. Being able to match any age and personality to the best possible mount is essential. We here
