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1st Departure:
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05.20.2009
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Provider:
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Hondoo Rivers & Trails
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Destination:
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North America > USA > Utah
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Duration:
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6 days
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Skill Level:
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Intermediate
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The Grand Staircase/Escalante Canyons National Monument is Utah's largest tract of unspoiled wilderness. Over the eons, the Escalante Canyons have been sculpted by wind and water into a maze of gigantic proportions. This is a landscape of slickrock punctured by deep, narrow canyons. A landscape so rugged and remote that the tiny village of Boulder, Utah, which lies within its midst, could not be reached by automobile until 1938. The Escalante River was the last named and explored drainage in the continental United States. Rides are open to all horse enthusiasts and nature lovers. Although heart and athleticism are often more important than experience when judging horses or riders, riders should be in control at walk, trot and short canter. We strive to give experienced riders all the pace and challenge they desire, and to give inexperienced riders all the instruction and patience they need. Time and logistics permitting, we often divide into two groups riding to separate destinations or scenic features. What we guarantee, with the help of seasoned guides, wranglers, cooks and horses, is access to a rugged and scenic landscape of immense scale. We couple this--access to the backcountry--with an unencumbered and comfortable ambiance at the end of each day where you can relax, refresh and rejuvenate prior our next day adventure. (Non-riding companions are welcome on all trips.) HORSES: Our remuda consists of ranch raised Quarter Horses with a few Thoroughbreds, Arabians and Mustangs. Most of the horses we've bred and raised ourselves. A deluxe base-camp will serve as your home for daily forays deeper into the wilderness. Exploring a new trail each day, you'll visit ancient petroglyphs, slot -canyons, rock arches, buttes and spires. Trail rides feature complete outfitting (everything you'll need except personal accoutrements) with deluxe base-camping. Camping trips include one night motel lodging and four nights base-camping with five days of trail riding. Participation is open to novice through advanced riders. All rides are limited to ten persons. With a high guide/guest ratio this allows each group to divide by level of ability. Hikers and non-riding companions are welcome.