—    East Pines Ranch    —
at Dove Creek, Colorado USA
http://www.eastpines.com

A week in the life of the Cowboy

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Q: How do I make my reservation?
A: See our schedule and registration form pages or Contact Us at the Ranch.

Q: What is a typical day like on the ranch?
A: The breakfast bell rings around 7:00 a.m. By 7:45, we are ready to saddle up our horses or prepare for the job at hand for the day. By 8:30a.m. we are on the trail or loaded in the horse trailer to cattle. Some days find a 2-hour ride to cattle, other days we start from camp. The job at hand may consist of gathering, checking the situation, moving the cattle. Checking grass, water and range conditions. Taking a break for lunch and or just to observe wildlife and enjoy the beautiful view of the countryside. Return to camp. Supper is served around 6:00p.m. Story telling, cowboy music and sing-alongs, horseshoe games, or maybe a stroll after supper to enjoy nature's bounty of wildlife. Sit by the campfire and recapture the day's events

Q: What is a typical week like on the ranch?
A: Guests may arrive Saturday afternoon. Spend time getting acquainted, settling in for your enjoyable stay. Sunday morning is spent matching riders to horse, issuing tack for rest of the week. The remainder of the day is spent learning or refreshing knowledge of horsemanship. Ranch work skills are sharpened with some team penning and other training events. Monday thru Friday is "a week in the life of a cowboy". Departure of guests is after a hearty farewell breakfast on Saturday morning.

Q: Do I have to work all the time or is there time to play too? What non-work activities are there on the ranch? - In the area?
A: There are always jobs to be done on a ranch so we combine work and pleasure in our days events. There is always sight seeing - enjoying the things of nature around us. Stream fishing, hiking or nature walks. In the area, there are several National Parks: Mesa Verde, Hovenweep, Canyonlands, and Arches. There is also the Canyon of the Ancients National Monument near by.

Q: What are the accommodations like?
A: Depending on the time of year-Winter Country -October 20 thru May 1- The Slick Rock bunkhouse has electricity, phone, indoors bathroom, water, shower, 3 bunk rooms, dining, living, kitchen facilities. There are times we will spend a night or two out on the trail in tent camps. Tents are weather-proof and equipped with air mattresses or cots. Heat is provided if needed. Summer Country-May 1 thru Oct.20- Glade and Pines camp have no electricity or phone, no indoor plumbing. Solar showers are available upon request. Outdoor toilet. Cabin or tent as available. Bunk, cot or air mattress provided. All weather conditions.

Q: Can you accommodate special diet requirements (e.g. Low/ no salt, low/ no fat, kosher, vegetarian...)
A: We will do our best to accommodate special diets if specified on registration.

Q: Do you provide references? Do you provide referrals?
A: Yes, references and / or referrals will be provided upon request.

Q: Can I buy processed beef from the ranch?
A: Yes, you can purchase beef from the ranch. Contact us for details.

Q: Do you allow or provide hunting on the ranch?
A: Yes, hunting is allowed. Lodging is provided. Guiding is not provided. Please contact us for details.

Q: Do you provide travel arrangements? Can you help with arrangements? Can you recommend travel arrangements?
A: Yes we would be glad to help with travel arrangements.

Q: Will I need a vehicle (car/ truck/ SUV) while at the ranch? Should it be 4-wheel drive?
A: We will provide all needed transportation for your stay while at East Pines Ranch.

Q: What kind of work will I be doing? Do I have a choice?
A: The kind of work will depend on the time of year and week events that you choose to participate in. The majority of all the work is done on horseback. The choice is yours. You can participate at any level you feel comfortable or stay at camp, rest, go for a hike or just enjoy the country.

Q: Will my wireless phone work at the ranch?
A: Wireless phones will work in some areas but not in all areas.

Q: Can I bring my camera / video camera and tape recorder?
A: Your cameras or video equipment are a must!

Q: Are medical facilities nearby
A: Community Health Clinic in Dove Creek and hospital in Cortez. Cowboys have CPR Training.

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( Last Update December 18, 2005 -crv )