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What's A Dude Ranch Vacation Like?

May 18, 2023
Are you looking to plan the perfect vacation this summer? Enjoy an experience like none other at a dude ranch! From horseback riding and hiking to fly fishing and tasty home-cooked meals, there’s so much fun to be had. Until you’ve been to a dude ranch, it’s hard to understand just how amazing the experience...

A Luxury Stable In The Mountains

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December 17, 2020
Like something out of a fairy tale, this luxury stable is situated high in the mountains of Bad Gastein, Austria. This town is known for their steep, forested slopes and beautiful villas. Professional rider, Nicola Baur-Rona has designed a magnificent facility. And during this time of year, it’s decked out for Christmas! Some Top Amenities...

7 Unique Airbnb Rentals On Working Horse Ranches

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August 13, 2020
Get away from the city and travel to the country! These Airbnbs all have something in common- they’re on working horse farms. There’s nothing like fresh air, open space and whinnying horses. That’s a vacation done right! Whether you’re traveling on the west coast or east coast, there are plenty of options. Thanks to the...

Saddle Up: 5 Dude Ranches Open For Visitors

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July 3, 2020
What’s a summer without a visit to a dude ranch! Many are still opening their doors for the season, but with extra precautions set in place. You can enjoy a trip to one of America’s most beautiful places! A trail ride through the mountains, fly fishing, wilderness hikes, campfires and home cooking are just a...

Living Relics

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May 6, 2019
Early in the spring, I found myself with wild horses somewhere between the Crow Indian Reservation and Custer National Forest in Montana.  We were amidst uplifted limestone and prairie forbs, in a sacred place known as the Pryors. The Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range, located along the Montana-Wyoming border about 40 miles south of Billings...

A Treat In The Tetons

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November 5, 2018
Before us, a crystal-clear river wends through a lush green meadow.  Beyond the meadow and jutting up through the pristine valley, stone-gray skyscraping mountains pierce the sky with their rugged, saw-toothed peaks.  This is Jackson Hole, and those mountains are the Grand Tetons. As guests of GMC’s enthusiastic marketing crew for its Denali-branded luxury trim...

Experience A Working Ranch Firsthand

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August 7, 2017
Non-stop adventure is waiting for you at Sweet Grass Ranch in Montana. This sixth family generation working farm doubles as a guest ranch. Enjoy warm hospitality at an authentic western vacation spot. Tucked away in the Crazy Mountains and about six miles to the nearest public road, you can expect wilderness seclusion. Horse lovers, here’s...

A Yoga Retreat For The Horseback Rider

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January 18, 2017
From beginners to experts, equine yoga is suitable for all riders. No matter what discipline you ride, the benefits are substantial. Expect a leap forward both physically and mentally in your riding abilities. You will experience improved balance, stamina, focus, relaxation, and sensitivity. Simple exercises help to connect your mind and body. It is best to...
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