Coming soon to Cherokee Park Ranch...
New activities & special events coming the summer of 2015
Cowboy & Cowgirl Extravaganz
May 30th-June 6th, 2015
Join us for the week as Katherine Barbarite of Whispering Hooves, LLC® puts on a weeklong clinic at Cherokee Park Ranch. She will focus on partnership and confidence building with your horse. For more details click on https://www.facebook.com/events/1449810151967131/
Early Season - 15% OFF
May 30th-June 20th, 2015
Stay with us between May 30th and June 20th, 2015 & receive 15% off your all-inclusive stay with us. We offer ALL of our exciting activities during this time at a discounted rate. For more details click http://www.cherokeeparkranch.com/rates/
Cheyenne Frontier Days
July 18th-25th, 2015
Vacation with us July 18th-25th, 2015 and we will take you to experience the ultimate rodeo, referred to as "The Daddy of Em' All." We will pack a lunch and head down to Cheyenne, WY for the day where you can watch the rodeo, shop , eat & really celebrate the Old West. For more details click http://www.cfdrodeo.com/
The Cherokee Challenge
Stay with us the summer of 2015 and participate in our 2nd annual photo contest. Winner will recieve a free vacation for 2 for the summer of 2016.
New Activities
Fishing Ride: Love to ride & fish? Sign up for our fishing ride where we ride out to a beautiful river location, tie up our horses, and fish along the Cache La Poudre River. With a packed lunch and fishing pole, you are sure to hook a biggin’!
Boat Trip: Soak up the sun on our personal boat in an absolutely gorgeous mountain setting. We will take you on a day trip on our 8 person boat to Horsetooth Reservoir. Relax in the sun, tube behind the boat, and enjoy a packed lunch on board!
Tubing: Tube down the Cache La Poudre River in one of our inner tubes. It is available both low & high seasons as long as the current is safe. It is a refreshing and fun ride, the perfect activity after riding in the Rocky Mountains!
Siesta Ride: Take a ride to a peaceful & secluded area where you will be met with hammocks, lemonade, cookies, & the perfect location to nap! We will tie up our horses and spend an hour to ourselves: reading, enjoying the peace and quiet, or even napping! The perfect afternoon ride for those needing some relaxation!
Check out more of Cherokee Park Ranches blogs at www.cherokeeparkranch.wordpress.com and watch some of our great videos at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRTBaDFZZ3wCZdGHM_VsyYA.
Give us a call today at 970-493-6522 or email us at info@cherokeeparkranch.com and together we will help you plan a dude ranch adventure you will NEVER forget!
www.cherokeeparkranch.com
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Sylvan Dale Closed? “You Got-ta be Kiddin’!”
To quote the great Mark Twain: “the report of my death was an exaggeration.”
In fact, Sylvan Dale has re-opened for business since the 2013 Floods—open "to share the beauty of Sylvan Dale with others,” as the Mission Statement says—since June 1, 2014, thanks to the heroic efforts of our staff, friends, Larimer County, and the City of Loveland, not to mention a host of volunteer organizations.
Monday, July 7, 2014
White Stallion Ranch Honored in the 2014 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards
TUSCON, AZ– July 1, 2014
White Stallion Ranch announced today that they
were awarded 19th Place in the Top 25 Hotels in the USA for
Exceptional Service by TripAdvisor in its 2014 Travelers’ Choice® Awards.
Now in its 12th year, the
annual TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards honor the world’s best hotels,
earning their distinction from those who know them best – real travelers.
Unlike any other hotel honors, TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice winners are based
on millions of valuable reviews and opinions from travelers around the world.
Russell True, owner of the
White Stallion Ranch responded to the award by saying “This is such a great honor. As children, we watched our parents work
tirelessly to create a culture of honest Western style service. They believed
strongly that everything should just happen as it should and anything else
should be out of the guests’ sight and hearing.
This award is recognition of the sincere, kind, hard-working
service the entire staff here provides our guests. Before you succeed at
anything, you must believe. Our crew does and that in turn makes our guests
believe.”
“We’re excited to
recognize the world’s best properties, based on the opinions of those who know
them best – the millions of travelers around the globe who come to TripAdvisor
to share their experiences,” said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for
TripAdvisor. “For those seeking inspiration for their 2014 travel planning,
this list of spectacular accommodations that received 2014 Travelers’ Choice
awards is a perfect place to start.”
For reviews on White
Stallion Ranch, go to http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g60950-d112512-Reviews-White_Stallion_Ranch-Tucson_Arizona.html
To
see 2014 Travelers’ Choice winners, go to www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice
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The year 2015 will mark
the 50th Anniversary of Guest ranching by the True family, where the
third generation has recently joined the staff. It is also the 75th
year of operation as a Guest Ranch, having started at the turn of the century
as a cattle ranch.
Conveniently located just
1.5 hours from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and 35 minutes from Tucson International
Airport, White Stallion Ranch has access to excellent air service both
domestically and internationally.
Open year round, the ranch
offers an extensive riding program appropriate for everyone from first time
riders to experienced competitors. Non-riders will find a host of activities to
fill their days. Rates are Full American Plan. Special Seasonal Rates,
Educational Workshops and Clinics are offered throughout the year.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Solar Project - KVOA News Article and video
Russell True co-owner of White Stallion Dude Ranch is interviewed by KVOA News regarding the solar energy project started by the ranch about a month ago.
"If we could take advantage of what makes Tucson so special, all those hours of sun and help ourselves and do the right thing for the world, it was just win win win all the way around," Russell True said...
Click below to see the full article and view the video.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Meet Your Host- The Spur Alliance
Meet Your Host - The Spur Alliance
Equestrian Travel Articles
January 31, 2011
The Spur Alliance is a group of ten unique dude ranches that have been sharing the western lifestyle with guests from around the world for over a combined 500 years in the ranch industry. Started by Tyler Beckley, a third generation cattle and guest rancher whose family owns Three Bars Guest & Cattle Ranch in British Columbia, The Spur Alliance offers travelers help and advice in getting matched with a ranch vacation.
It sounds funny to have “vacation goals,” but as travelers seem to garner less and less time for vacations, it matters a lot where they spend their time away and there are hundreds of dynamic ranch vacations from which to choose. Just deciding where to go can be a job by itself! By answering just a few questions, Tyler says folks can help dramatically narrow their ranch search.
Equitrekking: Why did you decide to launch the Spur Alliance?
Tyler: I started the Spur Alliance to better help guests find that perfect ranch for them. For someone new to a guest ranch vacation, selecting a ranch can be a little overwhelming. There are literally hundreds of ranches and for the most part they all sound the same. I can tell you they are not all the same. There are huge variations in riding programs, locations, facilities, and atmospheres. Some specialize in adults, some specialize in families, some sleep 200, and some sleep 4. There are a lot of different thing to consider when choosing a ranch. By creating the Spur Alliance we pulled together the very best dude ranches to help the consumer find a ranch that is a good fit for them.
Equitrekking: You have only ten select ranches listed as a part of the Spur Alliance. Will you add more? Why or why not?
Tyler: There are, and will only ever be 10 ranches listed in the Spur Alliance. By selecting only the very best 10 ranches, we did a lot of the leg work and made the decision process a little easier for the potential guest. The Spur Alliance Ranches all adhere to the highest standards in dude ranching that I feel make a ranch great. All Spur Alliance Ranches are family owned and operated, with a min of 20 years in operation. Every ranch is a member of their respective state association, the Dude Ranch Association, and are all Horse Safety Certified though the DRA. With every ranch having served as president of either the DRA or their state association, these are the leaders within our industry. To be honest it is an honor to be associated, and work with this outstanding group of Ranchers.
Equitrekking: What is your family history with ranches?
Tyler: My family has been in the Dude Ranching business for over 60 years. My grandfather, Lloyd Jones, started Dude Ranching and running pack trips through Yellow Stone National Park in 1952. He and his family built and ran 3 ranches in Northern Idaho, before heading to Canada in 1980 where he built and ran Top of the World Ranch. In 1989 my parents moved across the valley and built a new ranch, Three Bars. By know they knew exactly what they needed and wanted in a Guest Ranch. Three Bars is the culmination of 50 years of experience. I am lucky enough to be a third generation Dude Rancher and to follow in my parents and grandparents footsteps. As Russell True, president of the DRA and Spur Alliance member says “I had the good fortune of picking my parents well”
Equitrekking: What are some things that guests should think about when choosing a ranch vacation?
Tyler: There are a lot of things a potential guest should consider when choosing a ranch, but it all boils down to just a few simple questions. What kind of accommodations are you looking for? Ranches offer everything from rustic cabins, through to 5 star accommodations. What kind of food do you enjoy? Would you prefer gourmet meals, or more of a family style meal service? Does the ranch have a bar? Or do they allow alcohol at the ranch. What is the makeup of your traveling group? If you are travelling as a family, you will most likely enjoy visiting a ranch that has an age appropriate program and other guest kids that are the same age. There are ranches that have full extensive kids program for kids, and there are other ranches that offer more opportunities for families to ride and participate in activities as a family. If traveling as a family it is important for these guests to understand what kind of a program the ranch offers. And what kind of an activities program they run. Some ranches offer mostly riding, while others have more diverse activities such as rafting, shooting sports, fishing etc. The Spur Alliance ranches have been selected to fill all of the categories listed above.
Equitrekking: How is the dude and guest ranch industry changing and how does the Spur Alliance fit in with this changing travel climate?
Tyler: The Guest Ranch Industry has changed dramatically over the last 50 years and more so in the past 10 with the emergence of the internet. In my grandfather’s day, guests came for 4-6 weeks at a time and they came back every year. You could not just go to a dude ranch, you had to be invited. Hence not a lot of need for marketing. But the internet has made travel and finding new interesting vacations easier than it has ever been. We have found that more and more of our guests are visiting our ranches every second or third year, and visiting someplace new in-between. The Spur Alliance was created to make it easier for us to refer clients to a different ranch, without having to worry about whether they would enjoy it or not. While your experience at a Spur Alliance ranch my differ from ranch to ranch, the quality never will.
Equitrekking: What resources does the Spur Alliance make available to travelers?
Tyler: Even though the Alliance is only 10 ranches, we have built a very effective interactive search tool on the web site. The interactive search allows guests to see, in real time, the cause and effect while searching though ranches. Allowing them to decide what is most important to them while using the application. Within seconds the interactive search will help you find the perfect ranch.
Equitrekking: You are part of the new generation of American ranchers. What does holding on to this way of life mean to you?
Tyler: Holding on to and sharing my way of life is everything to me. I am lucky enough to have a lifestyle that people are willing to pay to be part of. In a time when the gap between people and agriculture is larger than ever before in history, it is important that people have the opportunity to get back to something real and natural. My connection to my family is not only very important to me, but it is a vital component of our business. We take pride in our ability to work together and create an environment where our guests feel like they are part of the bigger picture, and not just a visitor.
Check out the Spur Alliance and Tyler's Three Bars Ranch in British Columbia, Canada in Equitrekking.com's Vacation Guide, a resource for great ranches, resorts, outfitters and destinations offering equestrian vacations.
Equestrian Travel Articles
January 31, 2011
The Spur Alliance is a group of ten unique dude ranches that have been sharing the western lifestyle with guests from around the world for over a combined 500 years in the ranch industry. Started by Tyler Beckley, a third generation cattle and guest rancher whose family owns Three Bars Guest & Cattle Ranch in British Columbia, The Spur Alliance offers travelers help and advice in getting matched with a ranch vacation.
It sounds funny to have “vacation goals,” but as travelers seem to garner less and less time for vacations, it matters a lot where they spend their time away and there are hundreds of dynamic ranch vacations from which to choose. Just deciding where to go can be a job by itself! By answering just a few questions, Tyler says folks can help dramatically narrow their ranch search.
Equitrekking: Why did you decide to launch the Spur Alliance?
Tyler: I started the Spur Alliance to better help guests find that perfect ranch for them. For someone new to a guest ranch vacation, selecting a ranch can be a little overwhelming. There are literally hundreds of ranches and for the most part they all sound the same. I can tell you they are not all the same. There are huge variations in riding programs, locations, facilities, and atmospheres. Some specialize in adults, some specialize in families, some sleep 200, and some sleep 4. There are a lot of different thing to consider when choosing a ranch. By creating the Spur Alliance we pulled together the very best dude ranches to help the consumer find a ranch that is a good fit for them.
Equitrekking: You have only ten select ranches listed as a part of the Spur Alliance. Will you add more? Why or why not?
Tyler: There are, and will only ever be 10 ranches listed in the Spur Alliance. By selecting only the very best 10 ranches, we did a lot of the leg work and made the decision process a little easier for the potential guest. The Spur Alliance Ranches all adhere to the highest standards in dude ranching that I feel make a ranch great. All Spur Alliance Ranches are family owned and operated, with a min of 20 years in operation. Every ranch is a member of their respective state association, the Dude Ranch Association, and are all Horse Safety Certified though the DRA. With every ranch having served as president of either the DRA or their state association, these are the leaders within our industry. To be honest it is an honor to be associated, and work with this outstanding group of Ranchers.
Equitrekking: What is your family history with ranches?
Tyler: My family has been in the Dude Ranching business for over 60 years. My grandfather, Lloyd Jones, started Dude Ranching and running pack trips through Yellow Stone National Park in 1952. He and his family built and ran 3 ranches in Northern Idaho, before heading to Canada in 1980 where he built and ran Top of the World Ranch. In 1989 my parents moved across the valley and built a new ranch, Three Bars. By know they knew exactly what they needed and wanted in a Guest Ranch. Three Bars is the culmination of 50 years of experience. I am lucky enough to be a third generation Dude Rancher and to follow in my parents and grandparents footsteps. As Russell True, president of the DRA and Spur Alliance member says “I had the good fortune of picking my parents well”
Equitrekking: What are some things that guests should think about when choosing a ranch vacation?
Tyler: There are a lot of things a potential guest should consider when choosing a ranch, but it all boils down to just a few simple questions. What kind of accommodations are you looking for? Ranches offer everything from rustic cabins, through to 5 star accommodations. What kind of food do you enjoy? Would you prefer gourmet meals, or more of a family style meal service? Does the ranch have a bar? Or do they allow alcohol at the ranch. What is the makeup of your traveling group? If you are travelling as a family, you will most likely enjoy visiting a ranch that has an age appropriate program and other guest kids that are the same age. There are ranches that have full extensive kids program for kids, and there are other ranches that offer more opportunities for families to ride and participate in activities as a family. If traveling as a family it is important for these guests to understand what kind of a program the ranch offers. And what kind of an activities program they run. Some ranches offer mostly riding, while others have more diverse activities such as rafting, shooting sports, fishing etc. The Spur Alliance ranches have been selected to fill all of the categories listed above.
Equitrekking: How is the dude and guest ranch industry changing and how does the Spur Alliance fit in with this changing travel climate?
Tyler: The Guest Ranch Industry has changed dramatically over the last 50 years and more so in the past 10 with the emergence of the internet. In my grandfather’s day, guests came for 4-6 weeks at a time and they came back every year. You could not just go to a dude ranch, you had to be invited. Hence not a lot of need for marketing. But the internet has made travel and finding new interesting vacations easier than it has ever been. We have found that more and more of our guests are visiting our ranches every second or third year, and visiting someplace new in-between. The Spur Alliance was created to make it easier for us to refer clients to a different ranch, without having to worry about whether they would enjoy it or not. While your experience at a Spur Alliance ranch my differ from ranch to ranch, the quality never will.
Equitrekking: What resources does the Spur Alliance make available to travelers?
Tyler: Even though the Alliance is only 10 ranches, we have built a very effective interactive search tool on the web site. The interactive search allows guests to see, in real time, the cause and effect while searching though ranches. Allowing them to decide what is most important to them while using the application. Within seconds the interactive search will help you find the perfect ranch.
Equitrekking: You are part of the new generation of American ranchers. What does holding on to this way of life mean to you?
Tyler: Holding on to and sharing my way of life is everything to me. I am lucky enough to have a lifestyle that people are willing to pay to be part of. In a time when the gap between people and agriculture is larger than ever before in history, it is important that people have the opportunity to get back to something real and natural. My connection to my family is not only very important to me, but it is a vital component of our business. We take pride in our ability to work together and create an environment where our guests feel like they are part of the bigger picture, and not just a visitor.
Check out the Spur Alliance and Tyler's Three Bars Ranch in British Columbia, Canada in Equitrekking.com's Vacation Guide, a resource for great ranches, resorts, outfitters and destinations offering equestrian vacations.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Send In Your Stories and Comments
Ranchers,
Send in your stories and comments and we will post them on this Blog. Email them to info@duderanches.com and show the world how many great experiences and how much fun can be found at your ranch.
Jackie
Send in your stories and comments and we will post them on this Blog. Email them to info@duderanches.com and show the world how many great experiences and how much fun can be found at your ranch.
Jackie
Memories of Rankin Ranch
My children were approximately 8, 10, and 12 years of age when we visited Rankin Ranch for the first (and only) time, around 1975. Now, two of my daughters have their own daughters ages 8, 9, and 10-years of age. We have NEVER forgotten the fun, activities and good food that we shared at the Ranch those many years ago. During that long-ago visit, there was fishing and my youngest daughters caught a fish and the cook prepared it for our breakfast; my husband enjoyed horseback riding; there were counselors who led the group of children in skits and other activities; there was a hay ride and much more, but for me -- fresh air and REST was the best.
Now, I want my grandchildren to see the Ranch - hopefully, it will still work its magic. We are looking forward to visiting the Ranch and then, making it an annual experience, as our mutual time permits.
Wilma
Los Angeles, CA 90019
Now, I want my grandchildren to see the Ranch - hopefully, it will still work its magic. We are looking forward to visiting the Ranch and then, making it an annual experience, as our mutual time permits.
Wilma
Los Angeles, CA 90019
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