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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.

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!

16/12/2024

Are you conscious and aware? Our horses for sure are. Just by observing them you can learn so much about your environment and become more conscious of what happens around you.

13/12/2024

Ever wondered how living in the mountains looks like? Learn more about the wilderness lifestyle in today's Blog story: https://buff.ly/4fkNBjT

11/12/2024

Our trusted mountain horses bring us safely to the top of the world. We appreciate them for all they do for us! 🐎 🏔️

09/12/2024

This is Mountain Sorrel. This little plant can grow in tough conditions on top of the mountains. It is rich in vitamin C and other nutrients. Knowing which plants to eat is part of our self-sufficient lifestyle, so we know where to find a healthy snack anytime!

06/12/2024

"As with everybody who comes to the Trails to Empowerment community, I had the opportunity to get involved in and learn about everything the ranch has to offer and it prepared me for becoming an entrepreneur." Read more about Charlie's empowerment journey in today's blog story
https://buff.ly/3ZFMre8

04/12/2024

Horse logging is a rare skill in today’s world – one that reminisces of the days of pioneers and mountain explorers.

02/12/2024

Ski into our satellite research camp and use this as your base to explore the surrounding area. With extensive rolling and unmarked slopes, deep powder snow and panoramic views; it’s the perfect place to enjoy skiing at its best.

29/11/2024

We embrace self-sufficiency in every aspect of life, from sourcing our own food and water to shaping our own destinies. Mastering wilderness skills empowers us to adopt a self-reliant mindset and thrive by harvesting from nature, such as foraging for wild potatoes. Discover more in today's blog post! https://buff.ly/497dP8b

27/11/2024

Learning new skills and living with a positive mentality empower us to do anything and everything. Everybody becomes the leader in their own life.

25/11/2024

Nature connection enhances our well-being, even in small doses. Savoring pure mountain spring water straight from the source is the ultimate nature connection. 🏔️💧

22/11/2024

With little plan for her life, Charlie arrived at the community. She started to invest in her perosnal development and with each opportunity her self-confidence grew. Read about her journey in our latest blog: https://buff.ly/4hOl5tk

20/11/2024

Everyone who joins us will experience our Six Principle philosophy of nature connection, nature conservation, self-sufficiency, personal development, empowerment and conscious & aware. Do you want to be part of the community and have meaningful experiences in the wilderness? Learn more about our Six Principles: https://buff.ly/3UYAIVe

26/06/2024

Are you looking for a ranch or hut-based hiking experience that allows you to immerse yourself in the South Chilcotin Mountains Park? These experiences also come with the possibility of wildlife sightings and conservation opportunities.

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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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+12502382274

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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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