Hunewill Working Ranch in California
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The elevation at this working ranch is 6500 feet. They recommend that you bring a hat, sunscreen, rain jacket or poncho and a warm jacket for cool evenings. Dress is informal as you might imagine. The Ranch is located just east of Yosemite National Park in the green, mountainous Bridgeport Valley of California. You'll love riding your horse through this 26,000 acre expanse of cool lush meadow, bordered by timbered peaks. There is world class trout fishing in the nearby East Walker River and in the many lakes and streams in the adjacent Toiyabe National Forest. Home style meals are served in the dining room in the founder's Victorian ranch house. You'll stay in comfortable cottages near the horse pasture; allowing you to watch the horses come thundering in early each morning. The majority of cabins have two connecting rooms with private baths and comfortable porches. Most rooms have a queen and a twin bed or two twin beds. All rooms are non-smoking rooms.
This property is mainly a working cattle ranch with over 1200 head of cattle. You'll be able to learn cowboy skills such as gathering and sorting cattle. It's not uncommon for you to be able to help cowboys gather and bring in the herd to the corrals for vaccinating or branding. Once in a while cows will need to be "doctored" 'in the field. In the Gift Shop you will find T-shirts, sweatshirts, posters and postcards are for sale. Other items such as books, notecards, film and sunscreen are also available. It is recommended that you fly to Reno in order to get as close as possible to this ranch because they do not provide transportation between Reno and Bridgeport. Rental cars are available in Reno. Private planes can land at the Bridgeport Airport. 9-16 September the Big Fall Cattle Gather : Spend a week gathering our cows out of the high country and driving them back to the ranch. Enjoy camping out under the stars for two nights (optional), chuck wagon meals, cowboy music, and long satisfying days in the saddle during this traditional end of summer cowboy event 18-22 September Cattle Work :The work will include sorting, moving, parting, and possibly doctoring cattle. 1-5 October Fall Colour Ride week 8-14 November 2009 100th Year Hunewill ranch Cattle Drive - You’ll help move 600 to 750 head of cattle 60 miles from the Bridgeport ranch to our winter ranch in Smith Valley, Nevada. The beautiful scenery and the tradition of the cattle drive combine to give you a memorable experience. You must have intermediate to advanced riding skills to participate in this drive. The cattle drive takes place rain, snow, or shine, so be prepared for all types of weather! Ranch Open May to September. Saturday to Saturday. Destination airport : Reno. November - Cattle drive. Max Guests : 40 Prices from £1210 plus £166 compulsory ranch service charge 30 May- 23 September 2009 Includes tax, three meals a day and all riding activities. Riding lessons and massage available at extra charge. Car required no airport transfers available All prices are per person unless otherwise specified. Please call American Round-Up on 01798 865946 to book this ranch. Remember we charge the same as the ranchers do and only by booking through us can your holiday be protected by our industry bonding.
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