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Ride the Northwest Mechanics of Gaited Horses Long-Distance Hauls AUGUST 2020 MONTHLY In this issue... RIDE THE NORTHWEST MECHANICS OF GAITED HORSES LONG-DISTANCE HAULS Brought to you by PHOTO BY MICHAELA JAYCOX BY PHOTO HorseandRider.com FEED the NEED FINALLY, LOW SUGAR FORAGE! Key Product Benefits: • Low Sugar/High Fiber Forage • All-Natural Alternative for Horses with IR, Cushing’s Disease or Tying-Up Syndrome • Great for Overweight Animals Ne w PRODUCT Visit standleeforage.com to learn more. Proud sponsor of: STORY AND PHOTOS BY KENT & CHARLENE KRONE BEST OF THE CANYONS HEAD TO THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST FOR THE GUEST- RANCH VACATION OF YOUR DREAMS! HERE’S A FROM- THE-TRAIL ROUNDUP. Discover what life is like in the West by staying at the Bar W Guest Ranch. 3 | AUGUST Horse&Rider’s TRAIL RIDING MONTHLY The entrance to the Bar W Guest Ranch near Whitefish, Montana. ead to the Pacific Northwest for the This vacation did more than provide lawn below Spencer Mountain, and rests Hguest-ranch vacation of your dreams! relaxation and fun riding experiences. It between two pine-covered ridges alongside The beautiful states of Washington, Oregon, affected his relationship with his daughters; the 30-acre Spencer Lake. This idyllic para- Idaho, and northwest Montana offer first it drew them closer together. Summer after dise feeds both the soul and an adventure- class ranch experiences for trail riders. summer, for four years, they came out as a some spirit. Ride to outstanding vistas, brush up your family to enjoy riding, outdoor activities, A guest may choose from a myriad of horsemanship skills, and move cattle. At and Western culture. However, outdoor activities or engage in night, soak in a hot tub and enjoy a Charlie this wasn’t enough. quiet contemplation in the Russell sunset, or sit around a campfire The ranch experience gazebo by the lake. singing old cowboy tunes. was something Dave Ranch services cover Here, we’ll profile Bar W Guest Ranch, one wanted his family to a wide spectrum: de- of our favorite guest ranches, then give you a have on a regular ‘The backbone of any lightful meals, horse- rundown on seven more inviting northwest basis, and he wanted operation is only as good back riding in all sorts ranches. to share his expe- as the folks running it, and of terrain, wilderness rience with others. the Bar W Ranch has some hikes, birdwatching, Bar W Guest Ranch To accomplish this mighty good hands!’ fishing and boating on This northwest Montana ranch provided us goal, Dave, his brother Spencer Lake, pho- with a ranch experience we’ll long remember. Greg, and his friend, Phil tography, swimming, The seed for the Bar W Ranch was planted Dukes, collectively pur- mountain biking, archery, when Dave Leishman, a stressed-out, chased the Bar W Ranch. skeet shooting, or serious Eastern businessman, and his two younger If location is everything, relaxing! daughters vacationed at a northwest Mon- then the Bar W Ranch has it all! The The backbone of any operation is only tana guest ranch. ranch is located in jaw-dropping, scenic as good as the folks running it, and the Bar According to Dave, it turned out to be “a northwest Montana, and is 23 miles from W Ranch has some mighty good hands! vacation for the ages.” He discovered that Glacier National Park. It’s also 3 1/2 miles Dave and Jan Leishman’s three daughters not only did he love riding, but also, he was from the town of Whitefish, rated one of are involved in the day-to-day operations, good at it. “We went up and down ridges “The Top Ten Cool Towns” by Frommer’s along with 20 other employees. Emily is in where I never imagined a horse could go,” Budget Travel. charge of housekeeping, Meghan runs the of- he said. The ranch snuggles on a velvet green fice, and Haley, the youngest, is a wrangler.→ 4 | AUGUST Horse&Rider’s TRAIL RIDING MONTHLY We listened as general ranch manager beaming face. Watching her reminded us Dave Schettine gave guests a safety talk be- Ranch Guest of what owner Dave Leishman said about fore sending them off on their first morning We had the opportunity to observe interest- ranch experiences. “It’s about family. Ranch ride. He explained and demonstrated basic ing people enjoy the ranch. A family from life brings family together.” horse-and-rider communication techniques New York City came because their 7-year-old and laid down the safety rules, giving clear daughter, Ava, loves horses. Ranch Riding reasons for all of them. Other guests included a father and his While at the ranch, we rode on our own and Guests were given the opportunity to try 16-year-old son from Palo Alto, California, also went on a wrangler-led ride using Bar out their horses in the arena, ask questions, and the Great Eight, a lively group of four W horses. Andrew Mioli, our wrangler, is a and get comfortable riding before heading couples from Louisville, Kentucky. hand from Big Bear, California. out on their first trail ride. The Great Eight were admirable and Andrew guided us on a two-hour ride that At the Bar W Ranch, you can choose to stay in a luxury tent (shown). “The Bar W Guest Ranch provided us with a ranch experience we’ll long remember,” say The ranch also offers accommodations in the main lodge, plus cabin suites. the Krones. “The ranch is located in jaw-dropping, scenic northwest Montana, and is 23 miles from Glacier National Park.” Bar W horses are trained to neck rein amazing. These happy folks were in their went alongside Spencer Lake, then up and and are generally 10 to 15 years old. Lind- 70s and some had health issues, but their around a nearby mountain. Our ride was a say Sunderland, head wrangler, has an spirits were bright, and their laughter conta- sensory feast: chirping birds, sapphire-blue experienced staff of nine, each of whom is gious. Horseback riding at a guest ranch was sky, dense forest of pine and deciduous more than happy to accommodate riders at a bucket-list item for them. They also went trees, and fresh pine-scented air. We fol- various levels of experience. Experienced whitewater rafting during their trip. lowed along, enjoying all of it. riders can request lengthy rides in more We went on a trail ride with Stanford A wagon ride around the ranch before challenging terrain. professor Paul Skokowski and his son, dinner was an unexpected treat. Lindsay, Lindsay says she gets paid to “do what I Christopher. They’d been on a father/son the head wrangler, harnessed two draft love.” When asked about her job highlights, multi-week road trip, and the Bar W Ranch horses to a large wagon. After we all piled in, she smilingly described a lady in her mid- was the grand finale. she gave us a ranch tour, then took us to our 70s sadly bidding goodbye to her horse after The ranch gave them a glimpse of differ- dinner destination, the gazebo by the lake. a fun week of riding. ent lifestyles and an opportunity to try new “The guest had tears sliding down her activities together. We enjoyed watching the Ranch Activities cheeks,” says Lindsay. “She patted her quiet camaraderie between father and son. Dave and his family have anticipated almost horse’s neck and said, ‘Dreams really do Little Ava rode to her heart’s delight, and any ranch package a guest could wish for: a come true.’” her parents took pleasure in seeing her photography vacation, an adult only week, 5 | AUGUST Horse&Rider’s TRAIL RIDING MONTHLY a cowgirl-up experience, cowboying on the The Diamond D is an all-inclusive ranch leased nearby for summer grazing. We’ve rid- Great Divide (spring and fall), and more. that offers horseback riding, hiking, gold den near the guest ranch on the Kettle Crest. The ranch offers horsemanship clin- panning, swimming in a pool or private Talk about awesome Washington scenery! ics, pack trips, roping, barrel racing, team lake, and hot-tub soaking. After a day in You’ll feel right at home when you get penning, and children’s programs. And if the saddle, enjoy a scrumptious meal and to this ranch. Upon arrival, you’re given a there’s a ranch activity you’re interested in evening activities. ranch tour via a team of Belgian horses pull- that’s not listed, just ask. The Bar W wants to Wranglers will match you to your horse ing a wagon. Horseback riding is a primary personalize your visit. based on your experience level and the type activity at the ranch. With more than 70 Unlike many guest ranches, the Bar W of riding you desire. You’ll find the horse to horses, you’re sure to get a horse to match is open all winter. During winter months, match your abilities, whether you wish to your ability level. Lessons are also available. guests may ride horses on trails or in the stick to a slow walk or go on a fast ride. Most You can participate in the seasonal cattle indoor arena, ski at Big Mountain ski resort rides are up to 2 1/2 hours long. An all-day drives. Experience an Old West cattle drive nearby, go cross-country skiing, do some ice ride with lunch is provided once a week. by helping move the herd up into the high fishing, take a horse-drawn sleigh ride, and For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, the country for summer grazing and then bring perhaps try dog sledding! Diamond D can also provide you with a them down for winter calving.
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