Transfer and Other Options:

Monthly temperatures in degree Fahrenheit:

Roy says: "Here is a list of things to bring, 'cause this ain't no disco, just a little ol' cow ranch."

flashlight
long sleeve shirts (cotton)
thin and thick socks
boots for riding
hiking boots or walking shoes
comfortable clothing
bluejeans or khaki type
shorts
bathing suits
jacket (durable, hard shell) 
 
chaps (if you have them)
rain slicker (no poncho)
leather or warm gloves (no mittens)
bandanna
western hat and/or baseball cap
towel and washcloth
personal toiletries and medication
sunscreen and insect repellent
any alcoholic beverages for personal consumption
pocket knife  

You will not have to bring linens or hand soap as that is provided in the bunkhouse arrangements.

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Tack:		Western
Horses:		Quarter horses, Paint Horses and Tennessee Walkers.
Pace:		Slow, but includes trots and canters, approx 5 - 7 hours a day in saddle. | Walk | Trot | Canter |
Level:		(2.5 to 4 out of 5)    Low Intermediate
Age:		Min 7	Max 70 - pending on phsyical condition
Weight:		Max 250lbs
Riders:		Min 1 riders	Max 6 riders (per riding group)	Max Capacity 8

Live and ride with us and learn a lot about the life of an authentic cattle ranch.
This place is not a fancy dude ranch! We offer "vacations" for real cowgirls and cowboys! We do day to day cattle work, moving cattle to new pastures, branding late calves and horse activities are involved in all of this work. Cowboy crafts and old fashioned fun are presented with each person joining in as much or as little as their ability or interests allows. Some just like to enjoy the great outdoors and solitude of the raw beauty of the desert...others want to get completely hands on.

Every year in Spring and Fall we have several round up weeks!

Spring Cattle Work:  First 3 weeks in March
Spring Round Up:  During the week before and after April 1 we ride along the river, gather our cattle, bring all the cattle to the house corral and brand the calves.
In May and September we start early to take advantage of the cooler morning hours. We also work in the evenings with a middle of the day rest period or siesta.
During Memorial weekend we make a "clean up", that means we bring in and brand the late born calves.
Fall Round Up:  During the week before and after Oct 1 we ride the dry side and put the cattle back on the river pasture.
In October and November we wean the calves, separate them from the cows and send them to the sales.

Passports
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart ; validity varies - for most countries the passport must be valid for at least six months from the date on which the holder enters the USA. If not, the holder will be admitted until the expiration date on the passport; check with the embassy (see Contact Addresses).
Passport Note
(a) For nationals included in the Visa Waiver Program (see below), passports must be valid for at least 90 days from date of entry.
(b) All travellers entering the USA under the Visa Waiver Program require individual machine-readable passports. Children included on a parent's passport also now require their own machine-readable passport. Travellers not in possession of machine-readable passports will require a valid USA entry visa.
(c) Passports issued on or after 26 October 2005 will need to have a biometric identifier in order for the holder to travel visa free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Machine-readable passports issued between 26 October 2005 and 25 October 2006 require a digital photograph printed on the data page or an integrated chip with information from the data page. Machine-readable passports issued on or after 26 October 2006 will require an integrated chip with information from the data page (e-passport).

The US has announced new measures that require all travellers to provide details online 72 hours prior to travel.
ESTA: The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) came into force on 12 January 2009. It is a fully automated, electronic system for screening passengers before they begin travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. ESTA applications must be submitted at least 72 hours before travel to the USA. Some websites may charge you for the service but you can apply online for free at www.dhs.gov. The granting of an ESTA does not guarantee entry to the USA.

New Requirements for Travellers: As of 23 January 2007 all persons, including US citizens, travelling by air between the USA and Canada, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport, or other approved document, when entering or re-entering the USA. Similar requirements for those travelling by land or sea will be introduced on 1 June 2009.

For further details about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, visit the website of the US Department of State: (website: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html).

Visas
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except:
1. nationals of Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Hungary, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Romania and Slovak Republic, who do require a visa.
Visa Note
(a) Landed Immigrants of Canada and British residents of Bermuda who are citizens of, and have valid passports from, Commonwealth countries or Ireland are not eligible to enter the USA without a visa. (b) All passengers using US airports for transit purposes are required to obtain a transit visa. This does not affect qualified travellers travelling visa free under the Visa Waiver Program. (d) To qualify for visa-free travel under the Visa Waiver Program, nationals must travel on a valid passport, for holiday, transit or business purposes only and for a stay not exceeding 90 days. (e) Passengers must have the full address and ZIP code of where they are staying in the USA to be able to fully complete the I-94W form. Note: Airlines are also required to collect passenger details, including the address of their first night's accommodation in the USA, before they board the aircraft. (f) 2. Holders of UK passports with the endorsement British Subject, British Dependent Territories Citizen, British Protected Person, British Overseas Citizen or British National (Overseas) Citizen do not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program. A passport which states holder has right of abode or indefinite leave to remain in the UK does not qualify for visa free travel. (g) A visa does not expire with the expiry of the holder’s passport. An unexpired, endorsed visa in an expired passport may be presented for entry into the USA, as long as the visa itself has not been cancelled, is undamaged, is less than 10 years old and is presented with a valid non-expired passport, provided that both passports are for the same nationality. (h) Nationals of countries not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist, Business, Transit and Student: US$131.
Validity
Visas may be used for travel to the USA until the date it expires. Some visas are valid for multiple entries. The length of stay in the USA is determined by US immigration officials at the time of entry but is generally six months; there is, however, no set time.
Applications to:
Embassy or consulate (see Contact Addresses).
Working Days Required
Usually five after interview. Some cases may take up to 12 weeks – check with embassy/consulate.