Great Excursions Home Aug 21, 2008
As with any other type of vacation, a ranch vacation begins with a fantasy, and the closer you can approach to fulfilling this fantasy, the more successful and satisfying your vacation will be. Discover our carefully selected authentic guest ranch vacations in western Canada. Experience the lifestyle, become part of the family, participate in all aspects of the care and maintenance of horses and cattle. Transform yourselves into range inhabitants for a few days, while horseback riding and taking part in our guest ranch vacations.

 

A Holiday on Horseback in Canada

9 days

Quench your thirst for freedom by going on this holiday on horseback in Canada and experiencing the eerie sensations generated by the sight of endless horizons. Discover how on this land of the grasses two civilizations have met and are still struggling to achieve harmonious relations. In the horse, First Nations and ranchers have found an ally -- a kind of common ground where different worldviews can be reconciled.

 

City Slicker - A ranch stay for beginners in Canada, horse riding

7 Days

Have you always wanted to experience life on a working ranch, but just never thought you knew enough about horses? Now is your chance to saddle up and experience a week on a working ranch at Beaver Creek Ranch and Horse Centre. Discover Canada's ranch holidays that will make city slickers feel right at home on the range horse riding.

 

Fall Cattle Drive in Western Canada

1 or 2 days

Here is an opportunity to experience how life unfolds at the Beaver Creek Ranch in the Qu'Appelle Valley. Barry and Brenda Clemens must bring back one of their herds of cattle to carry out a series of chores with the animals. We are putting the final touches on an experience over two days that will allow both experienced riders and guests who prefer to enjoy ranch life from the ground to participate in the rites of Fall at the ranch.

 

Family Ranch Adventure Vacation

4 Days

Enjoy the life of a cowboy, with the comforts of home, including an outdoor pool to dive into. From novice to expert, we will match you up with one of our well-trained horses.

 

Guest Ranch Horseback Riding Vacation in British Columbia

4 Days

Ride along well-defined horse trails, once used by explorers, pioneers and gold miners on this guest ranch horseback riding vacation in British Columbia. This is Western hospitality with all the activities of a true western lifestyle, and reliable Cayuse horses matched to your abilities. You'll be impressed with your thorough introduction to Western Mountain riding as you learn to control your Cayuse horse by practicing horse sports in our gymkhana. Our sure-footed Mountain Cayuse horses are from the Cariboo-Chilcotin where the wild herds still roam. They have stamina and toughness, lots of energy, intelligence and a good disposition.

 

Participate in a Traditional Cattle drive in Canada

1 or 2 days

Imagine a 30-mile cattle drive in November or December and bringing home 100 cows from pastures in the Qu'Appelle Valley Uplands od Saskatchewan, Canada. Imagine yourself with at least ten other riders, sharing the adventure and the traditions of one of the most noble livelihoods in the Great Plains.

 

Ranch Stay in Canada for Intermediate to Advanced Riders

7 days

This week is designed for the true cowboy/cowgirl who wants to get in and work along side the Clemens team. Cowboy weeks provide the most opportunity to ride on the range, move cows, ride off trails and do some honest to goodness ranch work. Throughout the week, you may have the opportunity to take in team roping, team penning or experience the excitement of working with buffalo on horseback!

 

Ranch-based Grizzly Viewing Adventure in British Columbia's Chilcotin Country

4 Days

A Ranch-based grizzly viewing adventure in British Columbia's Chilcotin Country, where grizzlies are truly a symbol of the wilderness. View these awesome creatures in their natural habitat as they progress through the seasons. After the long winter months in deep hibernation, the Grizzlies emerge from their den, as nature‘s clock dictates from mid-April to early May.

 

Team Penning Clinic in Canada

2 days

Team Penning has been labeled the fastest growing equine sport in the nation. Anyone can participate. It does not take a special horse, nor does it take great riding ability to compete. All that matters is that three team mates cut out and drive their three head of assigned cattle to the pen , faster than any other team. It makes no difference if you are young or old, male or female, a novice or a professional . There is room for everyone in the team penning arena.