The High Plains Drifter is a Riders Dream coming true

new!! special offer for 2008 ride!

20% off listed price - contact us for details!
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.

Visit historic Writing-On-Stone, Fort Walsh and other places along the Redcoat Trail. Much of this country has not changed since the time of the buffalo.

It is excellent riding country, with unlimited opportunity for experienced riders to move at a faster pace.
Crossing the Milk River Police Coulee in Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park
Bear Creek Reservoir, in the background the Sweetgrass Hills, 4 day's ride away. Enjoy fast and long canters across the open Praerie
Riding through the Prairies is an unforgettable experience. Click here for more info about the most Southern Part of Alberta.
Itinerary for 2008

23 May

24 May

25 May
26 May
27 May

28 May
29 May
30 May
31 May
01 June

02 June

Guests arrive in Calgary, transfer to Bragg Creek,
Reception, accommodation in local B&B
Drive to Writing On Stone Provincial Park, visit of the Interpretive Centre
Ride to Ross Bridge (18 miles)
Ride to Pinhorn Ranch (22 miles)
Pinhorn Ranch - a true experience of Alberta's cowboy culture, ride or relax, overnight in same camp
Ride to Manyberries (30 miles), overnight in hotel
Ride to Bear Creek Reservoir (15 miles)
Ride past Highway 41 (15 miles)
Ride Fort Walsh, visit of the National Historical Site Return to Bragg Creek and Farewell Dinner, accommodation in local B&B
Depart from Calgary after breakfast
This is real Cowboy Country
Price includes: Seven Days days of guided riding, with historical and natural interpretation, all meals from supper 23 May until breakfast 02 June 2008, 2 nights in local B&B, 1 night hotel in Manyberries, 7 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)
Prices and Dates:

Level of Experience:

Pace and Terrain

Accommodation:

 $ 2450 (Cdn) or contact us for special offer!!!!

experienced, expect to ride up to 30 miles (50km)

many trots and canters for several miles, river crossings, grassy slopes

2 nights in local B&B, 6 nights in camp, 1 night hotel
Swimming with the horses is extra fun! Approaching Fort Walsh