» July 2004

COME AND DISCOVER BC IT IS YOUR OWN BACK YARD!!!

 
MAKE IT A MEMORABLE ONE AND BEAT THE CITY HEAT, WE'RE ONLY 4.5 HRS FROM VANCOUVER!!
 
A short drive from Vancouver a place at a different pace awaits.  Begin your journey meandering up the beautifully scenic Sea to Sky highway.  Open your car window and smell the cedar and moss forests growing alongside the highway, let the salt air breeze blow through your hair.  The farther you travel away from the city the more relaxed you feel.  Soon you will reach the green meadows of Pemberton Valley.  The crops are already up and the animals are fat on the new summer shoots.  The first cut of hay is drying in the fields and all you see is the one tonne bales of hay dotting the valley floor.  Although the Hurley is a dusty bumpy route it is the beginning of your back country adventure.  Take it slow and enjoy the tour.  Fireweed, Tiger Lilies and Wild Daisies line the gravel road till you reach Gold Bridge.  The reservoir is filling up fast and the turquoise blue lake looks so refreshing. The Saskatoons have finished blooming and it won't be long now until the tastey snacks are ready for picking!

    

Finally, after your five hour drive you roll into the main ranch on Pearson Pond.  You are greeted by our friendly staff offering you a nice icy beverage.  Come sit by the pond and feel the cool breeze.  The horses are all around you in the enclosed meadow.  You hear their hooves beating the earth as they chase each other out of pure enjoyment.  Whinnies and Snorts make you realize how happy these animals are.  After your refreshing glass of ice tea you are invited to come and make yourself comfortable in your ranch cabin for the evening.  Come settle in it will be an early morning tomorrow.
 
Up with the roosters a hearty pancake breakfast awaits you.  Coffee has never tasted better than on a brisk summer morning.  You can hear the wranglers calling the horses in and packing has begun.  The excitement of the journey into the back country is just waiting to start.

 

This years tours have already begun.  The season has been fantastic.  The grass is high now in the mountains and the lake although brisk is comfortable for swimming on a hot day.  Spruce Lake is bubbling with trout for the fry pan and the colours on the hillsides have not ever been so abundant.  The balsam roots are at their peak now.  Recently, on our tours through Spruce Lake we have had a mama grizzly with her three young cubs.  All fat with shiny coats from eating the trout in the creek.  The wildlife photo's this year have been endless.  The cozy feel of our log cabin at Trigger Lake is just calling out for more guests to host.  The rustic beauty of this precious place is captivating.  Nestled off the shore of the lake with grass meadows all around makes it hard to leave.  The high passes are just about clear of snow now.  Much earlier than expected.  What an exhilarating journey when you travel over 8000feet by horseback.  Our sure footed horses make even the novice riders feel at ease. 
 
So... whether you are a group of friends, business colleagues or family looking for an adventure of a lifetime this is it.  Close to home, no need to cross borders or deal with exchange rates.  Just a short drive up the highway to where the rejuvenating effects of the wilderness will take hold of you.  A great way to spend the summer.  Check out our specials and discounts on group bookings.  And most of all come and let us take care of all the holiday planning and arrangements.  Sit back around the campfire and relax and know that tomorrow is going to bring you yet another great day!

 

We look forward to taking you on a safe, fun and adventurous summer holiday. Families are welcome! Don't leave the kids at home, this is one holiday the teenagers will want to come on!
 
Happy Holidays....Warren and Casie Menhinick
 
SPECIALS        SPECIALS        SPECIALS
 
 
July 2 - 4th  3 Day LONG WEEKEND SPECIAL   reg. $510.00    sale. $410.00
 
July 12 - 15th  4 Day Pack Horse Tour                reg. $680.00     sale. $580.00
 
 
Tour Dates for Groups Under 4 People
 
July 25 - 28th  4 Day Pack Horse Tour                $760.00 (Families Welcome)
August 1 - 7th 7 Day Pack Horse Tour                $1330.00 (Families Welcome)
August 6 - 8th 3 Day Pack Horse Tour                $  510.00 (Adult's Only)
September 17 - 19th 3 Day Pack Horse Tour       $  510.00
 
Wilderness Guide Training
 
Last program for 2004 Season
 
October 4th - 17th  2 week Beginner Program    $2000.00
 
For Groups over 4 Guests I currently have dates available in July, beginning and end of August as well as September and early October that I can work with your dates instead of ours.  Call for more details.