Articles Tagged 'Dude Ranches'

Ups and Downs of Ranching Dreams

Expert Equestrian Articles — February 20, 2012
Who hasn’t fantasized about riding off into the sunset on your own horse through beautiful Western terrain that is all yours for as far as the eye can see? by Darley Newman. Originally published in True West magazine. Yet running a ranch is a 24/7 existence with a lot of… Read more »

Colorado Dude Ranches Video Tour

Darley's Travel Blog — January 27, 2012
Saddle up on a horseback riding adventure through Colorado, as we explore Colorado dude ranches in this Equitrekking video. by Darley Newman In Colorado, we rode horses at a variety of working cattle ranches and dude ranches, getting to know the owners and their way of life, as well as… Read more »

Hawaii Horseback Riding Ranches & Cowboy History Video

Darley's Travel Blog — January 18, 2012
Learn about Big Island horseback riding and the history of cattle drives and paniolos, Hawaiian cowboys. by Darley Newman This Equitrekking video clip, from our Great American Ranches TV special, showcases great places to saddle up and relive the history of the American cowboy in Hawaii. Learn about wrangling cattle in… Read more »

Hunewill Ranch Vacation & Cattle Drives in California

Equestrian Travel Articles — December 11, 2011
A rider vacations at a family-owned, Western ranch just east of Yosemite National Park, enjoying Gold Rush history and cattle drives. by Dorina Lindberg Bridgeport Valley lies below the slope of the highway like a green carpet, a contrast against the dun-colored rock hills and sagebrush. Hunewill Ranch, a cluster… Read more »

What is Western horse riding? - Travel Tips

Travel Tips — December 8, 2011
Taking a dude ranch vacation? Learn about Western riding and hear a beginner's take on what it's like to ride Western style. by Darley Newman Many people who are new to horseback riding wonder about differences between English and Western riding. In our Equitrekking Great American Ranches TV special, we explored… Read more »

Dude Ranch Military Discount

Darley's Travel Blog — November 11, 2011
Three great dude ranches offering military discounts! by Darley Newman Many dude ranches, guest ranches and vacation destinations offer military discounts. In honor of Veterans Day, we've highlighted three great dude ranches that offer military discounts. Giddy-up! Bar W Guest Ranch in Montana - offers 10% Active Military Discount Southern Cross… Read more »

Family and Group Friendly Riding Holidays

Travel Tips — May 11, 2011
Ideas for Riding Vacations Where You Can Bring Your Horse Husbands, Kids and Non-Riding Friends by Darley Newman One of my good friends recently said that when she was growing up, every family vacation revolved around horseback riding. “It was lots of fun for my dad, the one member of… Read more »

Vacation Destinations to Horse Ride in the Snow

Darley's Travel Blog — February 5, 2011
Great Winter Ranch Vacations by Darley Newman Saddle up for horse riding in the snow at these winter vacation destinations I’ve had the pleasure of horse riding through the snow in a few different areas, including on a film shoot for the Equitrekking Southern Quebec episode. We’ve certainly gotten a… Read more »

Packing Tips for Ranch Vacations Video

Travel Tips — January 9, 2011
Equestrian Travel Expert Darley Newman Gives Packing Tips for Ranch Vacations by Equitrekking host Darley Newman Gearing up for a ranch vacation? Looking to channel your inner cowboy or just relax for some scenic trail rides?  Dude ranches, guest ranches and ranch resorts across the United States and world are… Read more »

Happy Anniversary EquitrekkingTravel.com

Darley's Travel Blog — January 6, 2011
Many of you know about our Emmy winning TV show Equitrekking. We're excited to celebrate the one year anniversary for our new business EquitrekkingTravel.com! It's been a busy year. Over the course of our first year, we've sent travelers to Costa Rica, Ireland, Hawaii, Turkey, Jordan, North Carolina, Alberta and… Read more »