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TRAPPER’S CABIN PACK TRIP
3 DAYS RIDING/ 2 NIGHTS WILDERNESS CAMPING
for only
CDN $ 595.00
This three day horseback adventure takes you back in
time and through the dramatic canyons of Hemp Creek Valley to a secluded
old Trapper's Cabin in a romantic setting at the shores of the
Clearwater River. Working with horses, meeting the local wranglers, the
stories around the campfire and breathtaking vistas make you feel like
living back in the old days of pioneers, trappers & cowboys surrounded
by the beautiful wilderness of Wells Gray Park..
Day 1 – Wednesday
Arrival at the Wells Gray Guest Ranch at 09.00 a.m. Registration at the desk. After the formalities you will meet the wranglers at the barn. We saddle our horses and pack the packhorses. We spend some time getting to know our horses and get familiar with some riding techniques. Instruction includes details on how to ride western style and how to handle your horse on the trail and various terrain. Around noon we depart for the Flat Iron Viewpoint where we stop for lunch. In the afternoon we descend along Trout Creek Canyon to the old Cabin down by the Clearwater River. We set up camp and start the first campfire BBQ.
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Day 2 – Thursday
We mount our horses earlier today as we do not have to pack packhorses and cross Hemp Creek. Along this creek we ride north until we reach the old "Hoods in the woods camp". From there we ascend the Coal Creek Bluffs and ride along the bluffs to Moul Creek Falls. Here we can walk down and behind this impressive fall. Mid afternoon we return to the camp.
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Day 3 – Friday
We pack up the packhorses again and then ascend from the river up a steep hill to reach the Hoodoo Trail. Beautiful vistas of the Shuswap Highlands and a series of hoodoos, which are unique lava rock formations which were worshipped by the natives in earlier days. The views and the land formations are definitely the highlights of today's trail back to the Ranch. Arrival at the ranch at approx. 05.00 p.m. |
DEPARTURE DATES 2008
On Arrangement.
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RATES 2008
3 days / 2 nights - $ 595.00 / person
Pre/post night package in bunkhouses at the Wells Gray Guest Ranch,
including dinner/breakfast per person/night: $ 55.00. Rates are subject to
5% GST.
SPECIAL NOTES
- Tours are a minimum of 4 participants and a maximum of 7 (except
special group requests)
- The minimum height for a child to participate is 105cm (42 inches)
to be able to reach the stir-ups of our saddle. Sorry, we can not
accept riding double. Children up to 12 years of age are discounted at
10%.
- All guests are required to sign a waiver of liability prior to departure
- For accommodation before and/or after the tour please visit www.wellsgrayranch.com
or www.bluegrousecountryinn.com
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TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
- Guided trail riding as outlined
- Use of camping equipment (tent and insulating pad)
- All meals starting with lunch on first day and ending with lunch on last day.
- Park use fees
- Transfers to/from Wells Gray Ranch to Clearwater
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NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE
- Personal expenses
- Fishing license, tackle etc.
- Bring your own sleeping bag!
WHAT TO BRING
- Warm sleeping bag
- Rain Coat and pants
- Hat
- Riding Gloves (optional)
- Riding or Cowboy Boots
- Running shoes or waterproof footwear
- Jeans or Cotton Pants
- Bathing Suit
- Cotton T-Shirt or long sleeved shirt
- Warm Wool or Fleece Coat
- Wool or Fleece Sweater
- 2 Pair of Wool Socks
- Camera and Films
- Sun Lotion and Insect Repellent
- Flashlight
- Pocket Knife
- Personal Water Bottle
- Water Purifying Tablets (optional)
- Personal Medication and First Aid Kit
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HOW TO GET THERE
Turn off Highway # 5 in Clearwater (122 km north of Kamloops, B.C.) at
the Tourist Information Centre and follow the road to Wells Gray Park
for 27 km and then turn left at the sign "Wells Gray Guest Ranch". We
gladly pick up guests arriving in Kamloops or Clearwater by public transportation for
an additional charge. (Kamloops $ 95.00 per person/one-way, minimum 2,
Clearwater $ 20.00 per person, no minimum)
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