Mountain and Prairies - Who says you can't have it All?
- Paradise Valley, Kanaskis Country
- The Prairies
Ride 5 days in Kananaskis Country (see Forgetmenot Ride for description) and finish with a Ride in Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park, Southern Alberta.
It is the perfect combination for all those who can't decide whether to enjoy the quiet wilderness of the Canadian Rockies or galopp across the Prairies and through the badlands of Southern Alberta.
Itinerary 2012
| 12 Sept | Guests arrive in Calgary before 4 PM, transfer to M&M Ranch, reception, accommodation at the ranch |
| 13 Sept | Training ride at the ranch, getting acquainted with the horse, working on specifics for the Competitive Trail Ride, accommodation at the ranch |
| 14 Sept | Transfer to Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park, training ride and visit of the historic site, accommodation in tents |
| 15 Sept | Participation in the “Rattlesnake Roundup” Competitive Trail Ride, accommodation in tents |
| 16 Sept | Leisurely ride in the Provincial Park, transfer to the ranch, accommodation in guesthouse |
| 17 Sept | Ride from te ranch to Threepoint Camp, accommodation in tents |
| 18 Sept | Ride over Forgetmenot Mountain to the Elbow Camp |
| 19 Sept | Ride around Threepoint Mountain, return to Elbow Camp |
| 20 Sept | Ride up Box Canyon and to the trail head, transfer to ranch, accommoation in guest house |
| 21 Sept | Transfer to Calgary after breakfast |
Experience the contrast of two very different and exciting landscapes!
- Evan Thomas Pass 8400' above sea level
- Endless Grasland in the open Prairies
- Tombestone Pass
- "Badlands"
Price includes: 8 days of guided riding, all meals from supper 12 September until breakfast 21 September 2009, 4 nights in guesthouse at the ranch, 5 nights in camps (wall tents), transport to and from Calgary and to and from Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park and maybe even a ribbon to take home!
Not included Alcohol with your meals, 5% federal tax
| Prices and Dates: | $ 2.699 (CAD), 12 september - 21 September 2012 |
| Level of Experience: | intermediate to experienced (see details) |
| Pace and Terrain: | walk, trot and canters in the mountains, fast canters in the Prairies |
| Accommodation: | 4 nights at the M&M Ranch (surcharge for single rooms applies), 5 nights in camp |
| Route: | see trailmap |