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Wilderness Trails All our wilderness trips facilitate nature connection, personal development and nature conservation! Our ranch is alcohol-free, drug-free, and non-smoking.

Community partners: Chilcotin Ark Institute and Trails to Empowerment We share our home, our history and our Culture at Chilcotin Holidays. We expect you to respect our environment, our community, our standards and our philosophy. You will have the opportunity to learn lots of new skills, enjoy ranch life, nature and wilderness. Our ranch provides an environment that is focused on empowering you t

o grow and develop new skills. Our ranch is committed to the personal growth and leadership development of our staff members. We believe that people grow and harness their leadership potential by facing challenges and learning to thrive outside of their comfort zones. We facilitate empowerment of women and actively work on conservation and stewardship projects.

10/02/2025

Who did we spot in this swamp? A cow moose with a calf. This is a good indicator of how a population is doing. By recording those sightings we can better shape our conservation efforts.

07/02/2025

Riding through rain on a greasy trail was challenging, but natures challenges contributed to deepening my nature connection and connecting with myself. Learn more in today's Blog Story: https://buff.ly/40Ct2ev

03/02/2025

Stay open-minded, step out of your comfort zone and you will be rewarded by a unique experience that will transform your life.

31/01/2025

Attending the Ritchie Bros equipment auction was the perfect opportunity to try something new, learn a lot and work as a team. Hear about our adventure in today's Blog Story:
https://buff.ly/3CddODs

29/01/2025

Our Guide School covers all aspects of horse-care to wilderness camp procedures and wildlife safety. We’ll teach you the broad set of skills that are essential for every horseback guide. Along the way, you will also learn how to solve problems and overcome challenges with a mindset of positivity, initiative, personal responsibility and what team work really means.

27/01/2025

On our trips, we record the population of the Whitebark Pine, an endangered species that plays a crucial role for the alpine ecosystem.

24/01/2025

During my time volunteering, I changed in ways I did not imagine - I found a new way of thinking and living that changed me in ways I never saw coming. More in today's Blog Story: https://buff.ly/3DWUrPz

22/01/2025

Craving that empowered feeling of being on top of the world? Our horses will bring you there - mentally and physically!

20/01/2025

Looking to venture into the wilderness on your own? Our rustic research camps equip you with all the essentials while fostering a profound connection with nature.

17/01/2025

“A day late and a dollar short” might be phrase with a negative perception, but when you add “but we always get the job done”, we realize things will be done when the time is right. A recent example was getting the horses off the range, which involved bringing 20+ horses two hours down from the alpine. Learn more about this adventure in our latest Blog Story: https://buff.ly/3DzWDMN

15/01/2025

Nothing like spending a hot summer day in the beautiful wildflower alpine meadows!

13/01/2025

As part of our graduate program, you will have the opportunity for a full day ride into the alpine during your ranch-based adventure! You will feel empowered in many different ways!

10/01/2025

There's never a dull moment living at a ranch with amazing animals such as horses, cats, dogs and chickens, full of character and their own stories to tell. Today's blog stories is about the adventures of our chickens: https://buff.ly/4fGcqqF

08/01/2025

Our guided wildlife tracking horse pack trips will take you through the rugged wilderness of the Chilcotin Ark to learn more about the nature around you and within you. More than just a BC wildlife viewing trip, each of our guided horseback riding wildlife tracking trips provide you with hands-on experience in wildlife identification, behaviour and habitats and conservation projects. More info here: https://buff.ly/4hduHgn

06/01/2025

What are your goals for this year? Are you planning on learning a new skill or traveling to a new place? Our Guide School Program is the perfect opportunity to learn new skills that help you become more self-sufficient and empowers you!
More info here: https://buff.ly/4iSIbzF

03/01/2025

What were my plans for coming to the ranch? How did my goals and purpose develop and change? Life at the ranch is the perfect opportunity to define what I really want, to make an impact, to find our purpose, all while experiences the South Chilcotin Mountains. Learn more in today's blog story: https://buff.ly/3PgxrgJ

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! Thanks to everyone who contributed to the Chilcotin Ark in 2024. We can't wait for the adventures that will happen in 2025! To start the new year right, have a look in your inbox for our Newsletter with exciting news! Sign up here: https://buff.ly/41SLNLO

18/12/2024

Dreaming about a snowy winter adventure? Our hut-based skiing trip might be exactly what you are looking for!

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Monday	07:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 20:00
Thursday	07:00 - 20:00
Friday	07:00 - 20:00
Saturday	07:00 - 20:00
Sunday	07:00 - 20:00

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http://www.chilcotinholidays.com/

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Once our marketing intern, Sara, realized all the opportunities available at the ranch, she pivoted her journey with us to spend time learning about gardening, cooking/baking, ranch hand tasks, and trail riding. Anything is possible here, you just have to be willing to put in some hard work and have a positive attitude! Do these opportunities sound like things you'd like to try? Visit wildernesstrails.ca and trailstoempowerment.org for more information and available opportunities.

Meet our animal family! The ranch is home to 24 horses, 20 chickens, 6 dogs, and a few kittens...talk about nature and animal connection opportunities! #animalconnection #horses #dogs #britishcolumbia #chilcotinark #ranch

We break down the questions of how to become a guide by relying on tested and established procedures. These have produced competent, empowered guides who have gone on to realize their dreams of living and working in the wilderness! These are some of the topics and skills covered during guide school training: - How to saddle, shoe and pack horses - Wilderness survival skills - Mountain horseback riding, with a focus on safe procedures for riding through rugged terrain Learn more about our guide school at wildernesstrails.ca or go to the link in our bio! #chilcotinark #wildernesstraining #horseback #westernriding #empowerment #southchilcotinmountains #britishcolumbia

Meet burdock: the prickly invader disrupting BC's natural beauty 🌿 Introduced to North America, this fast-growing plant outcompetes native species, altering habitats and threatening biodiversity. With persistent seeds and no natural predators, burdock poses a challenge for conservation efforts. Let's do our part in preserving our ecosystems! 🌎 #invasivespecies #bcwildlife #conservation #chilcotinark #britishcolumbia

Whether you’re in Guide School, booked a pack trip, a horse ride, or a conservation trip, you can expect views and trails such as these! Visit buff.ly/3URo2zY or the link in the bio for other opportunities and information! #southchilcotinmountains #chilcotinark #horsebackriding #trails #natureconnection #britishcolumbia

Uncertain about summer plans? 🌞 Immerse yourself in the extraordinary with Chilcotin Holidays! Explore thrilling opportunities on our website. #ChilcotinHolidays #AdventureAwaits

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