The High Plains Drifter is a Riders Dream coming true
Ride 120 miles in 7 days across the open plains of Southern Alberta, from the Sweetgrass Hills on the Montana border to the Cypress Hills in Saskatchewan. Explore the magical coulees and badlands of the Milk River, and ride along routes that were once used by Indians, whiskey traders, fugitive outlaws, and the North-West Mounted Police (see trailmap).
- Crossing Milk River
- Enjoy fast and long canters across the open Prairies!
Visit historic Writing-On-Stone, a badland landscape that has been settled by Native Americans for thousands of years. Much of this country has not changed since the time of the buffalo.
The Prairies is excellent riding country, with unlimited opportunity for experienced riders to move at a faster pace. Riding through the Prairies is an unforgettable experience.
- Police Coulee in Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park
- Refreshment for horses and riders
Itinerary 2012
| 26 May | Guests arrive in Calgary, transfer to Bragg Creek, reception, accommodation in guesthouse at ranch |
| 27 May | Deploy to Writing On Stone Provincial Park, visit of the Interpretive Centre |
| 28 May | Ride to Aden Bridge |
| 29 May | Ride to Pinhorn Ranch |
| 30 May | Pinhorn Ranch - a true experience of Alberta's cowboy culture, ride or relax, overnight in same camp |
| 31 May | Ride to Manyberries (30 miles), overnight in hotel |
| 1 June | Ride to Bear Creek Reservoir (15 miles) |
| 2 June | Ride to Homested |
| 3 June | Ride into Cypress Hills, return to M&M Ranch in evening |
| 4 June | Depart for Calgary Airport |
Price includes: Seven days of guided riding, with historical and natural interpretation, all meals from supper 28 May until breakfast 06 June, 2 nights in our guesthouse, 1 night in hotel in Manyberries, 6 nights in camp (wall tents), Transport from Calgary to Bragg Creek and to trail-head (Milk River) and return (from Maple Creek, Saskatchewan) and PHENOMENAL MEMORIES!
Not included: Alcohol with your meals (you can order beer and wine for dinners during the trip)and 5% federal tax
| Prices and Dates: | $ 2.699 (CAD), see schedule |
| Level of Experience: | experienced, expect to ride up to 30 miles (50km), see details |
| Pace and Terrain: | many trots and canters for several miles, river crossings, grassy slopes |
| Accommodation: | 2 nights at the M&M Ranch (surcharge for single room applies), 6 nights in camp, 1 night in hotel |
| Route: | see trailmap |
