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Every steward has his or her own definition of what stewardship means to them. Most often, stewardship evokes a sense of personal responsibility for ensuring our natural resources are sustainably managed for our own quality of life, and for future generations.
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May 2011
Sunday, May 22 .
Bar U Ranch National Historic Site - Opening Day
Immerse yourself in ranching history. Free cake and coffee served at the cookhouse to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Parks Canada, the first National Park system in the world.
All special events at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site begin at 1pm and are subject to cancellation or rescheduling depending on weather conditions. For more events information call 403-395-3044.
May 27, 28, 29.
Bride’s Boot Camp, Hiking or Riding Boots
Married or not, give ‘im the boot and bring your “Gal Pals” out to the country for some rootin’ tootin’ fun! One day and weekend packages available.
This Girlfriend Getaway weekend away includes 2 nights accommodation at working cattle ranches in some of the oldest cattle country in Alberta with home-cooked meals featuring many locally grown products and an itinerary to keep everyone busy! But there will be time to just relax or take a nap. Our visitors will enjoy some down-home hospitality in wide-open country – meet story-tellers and other local talent from the area.
Dust off your riding boots and your hiking boots to join us for an entire weekend! Or opt for one or the other and come out for just the day.
- Hiking Boot Camp: See our local Wildflowers and Plants while hiking through some spectacular scenery; learn more about their uses and benefits during a Native Garden Workshop; take a guided-Ranch Tour to explore more about the rich ranching history this region has to offer.
- Riding Boot Camp: Guided Range Tours offer a different perspective where you can learn about our native plants; Horseback Riding in the sacred Porcupine Hills with chances to see birds of prey or Mountain Bluebirds; Historic Ranch Tour of the Oxley Ranch - old foundations and tepee rings.
Weekend: $590/person. Day Hiking: $165/person. Day Riding: $305/person.
- Hosts: Alberta Parks, Brown Creek Ranch Vacations, Chimney Rock B&B, Oxley Ranch Tours
- To register: Contact Dame Debbie 403.646.0151 or websterranch@xplornet.ca
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All programs are subject to change – new events may be added throughout the year.
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"I really can't think of anything that would have made my weekend with you more enjoyable. Saturday at the Oxley Ranche was wonderful. Debbie and Tony - thank you so much for inviting me into your lives and sharing with me!"
Karen M, Calgary
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Need more time to see the country? Extend your stay and visit our other Dames on the Range businesses in Nanton and surrounding area – there is plenty to see and do in our “neigh”bourhood!