Beautiful BC on
Icelandics On Gaited Horses in British Columbia
Experience the grandeur and
tranquility of British Columbia on an Icelandic
Horse Resort. Beautiful log cabins, and endless
trails all at the doorstep of the Canadian
wilderness. Enchanting panoramic views and a rich
wildlife habitat will give the nature lover an
experience of a lifetime. The resort is situated
on 300 private acres of spectacular and undulating
countryside. Come and experience the outstanding
lifestyle enjoyed by residents of the lovely
Okanagan Valley - Canada's Four Seasons Playground.
Also:
Weekend
Rides Taxes:
2.5% GST (5% for Canadians) Gratuities: 10% recommended
Meeting: Vernon Closest
airport: Kelowna, BC Transfer: Free from Vernon - take shuttle
from Kelowna to Vernon ....
Horses: Icelandic
Tack:
Icelandic Pace:
Moderate Level:
Low Intermediate + Min/Max: 2-8 riders Minimum Age: 10
Accommodations:
You will be staying in one of the 3
tastefully decorated cabins Meals:
All tasteful meals are served in the open
Gazebo (heated) with wonderful view..
Itinerary
Sunday: Late afternoon arrival. You
will settle in your luxury cabin, relax or
meet the host and other guests.
Monday: After a good nights sleep and
a lovely breakfast, we will start with an
introduction to the
Icelandic
Horses. A brief evaluation and
assignment of horses is followed by a short
ride. Lunch break and off again for the
afternoon ride in the resorts attractive
forest.
Tuesday: A serious day of riding into
the exciting back country wilderness with a
great chance to encounter Canadian wildlife.
Not uncommon to see coyote, deer, bear,
baldheaded eagle, and grouse. Lunch will be
a trail picnic. Wednesday:
Today will be a gentle riding day. We
will be back for a nice lunch at the resort.
In the afternoon you will have time to stay
at the resort to relax in the sauna, hike or
mountain bike, or do one of the many
fascinating activities possible in this
area. At 7:30 pm we meet you again for a
real Canadian barbecue at the resort. Thursday:
On this day you will ride your
favorite Icelandic horse on an high
wilderness trail that gives you a stunning
view of Okanagan lake and the surrounding
area.
Friday: On this day you will ride
your favorite Icelandic horse on a high
wilderness trail that gives you a stunning
view of Okanagan Lake and the surrounding
area. Our last lunch together, around 2 - 3
pm. Then we say "Till we meet again" or...
you may book for the weekend as well.
Introduction to the
Icelandic Horse Weekend In this weekend
you will learn and experience the adventure of
riding the iclandic horse beyond your imagination.
GRBC09 Rates incl. all meals,
accommodation, 2 riding days
3 days / 2 nights$ 450 Single
+$50 2008
Dates: 05/02-05/04
05/09-05/11 05/16-05/18
05/23-05/25 05/30-06/01
06/06-06/08 06/13-06/15
06/20-06/22 06/27-06/29
07/04-07/06
07/11-07/13 07/18-07/20
07/25-07/27 08/01-08/03
08/08-08/10
08/15-08/17 08/22-08/24
08/29-08/31 09/05-09/07
Fall Foliage: 3 days / 2 nights$ 475
Single +$60 2008
Dates:
09/12-09/14 09/19-09/21
09/26-09/28 10/03-10/05
10/10-10/12
Taxes:
3% GST (6% for Canadians) Gratuities: 10-15%
recommended
Itinerary
Friday:
Arrive for overnight.
Saturday:
Morning breakfast. We then introduce
you to the Icelandic horses and show the
special gaits of the Iclandic horse: Tolt
and Pace. Lunch in the gazebo. After
lunch we will give you hands on experience
with handling a horse, saddling and lessons
in the arena. Refreshment break in the
gazebo followed by a trail ride through the
forest suitable to the riding experience of
the rider. After dinner you will enjoy a
seminar about the Icelandic horse including
history, gaits, and conformation by Arnold
Faber International Feif breeding judge from
1998-2001. And a seminar on the care of the
Icelandic horse by DVM Lennie Thurgood.
Sunday:
After a good night sleep and
Icelandic breakfast we go out for an
extended trail ride on these great horses in
the beautiful Okanagan wilderness. We will
have a lunch picnic on the trail. Around
three o'clock we are back and say our good
byes or if you like you can stay for the 6
day 5 nights ride.
Our
passion for the Icelandic Horse is ever
growing and the resort owns a large herd of
purebred Icelandic Horses consisting of
breeding, riding and young horses with high
quality bloodlines. The Icelandic Horse is an
extraordinary animal still possessing the
natural five gaits and traits of the old
European horse. Purebred for over 1000
years, it has the natural five gaits walk,
trot, canter, tolt, and flying pace. The
tolt is the most popluar four beat gait as
it takes the rider on smooth ride that can
vary in speed. The flying pace is a two beat
gait that can make the rider feel as though
one is flying. Because the Icelandic
Horse has had no carnivorous enemies, it has
an ingrown friendly nature. This contributes
to its easy temperament and unafraid
personality. The rough terrain and nature in
Iceland has led to its amazing stamina and
hardiness. The height of Icelandic Horses is
13 - 14.2 hands. These small but strong
horses can easily carry a rider up to 250
lbs. Experience a ride on the Icelandic
Horse - it's an unforgettable ride.
GRBC08
Our
passion for the Icelandic Horse is ever
growing and the resort owns a large herd of
purebred Icelandic Horses consisting of
breeding, riding and young horses with high
quality bloodlines.
