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The 4-day 3 night progressive horseback
pack trip is our most popular. On this trip, we stay in at least
two different camps. You will need to pack light for this
horseback adventure, because we will be on the move. Generally,
we go in one end of the Uncompahgre Wilderness and come out on
the other. These trips start on Monday but we can rearrange to
fit your schedule.
Monday
is pack in day. We usually start these trips at East Fork of the
Cimarron Trailhead, but with enough notice, we can begin at a
different trailhead. You will arrive at the packing station
early Monday morning; these trips require a little more packing
because we will be taking our camp wherever we go. Lunch will be
on the trail. After packing camp and everyone’s gear, we trail
towards the headwaters of the Cimarron. First nights camp will
be above the old Silver Jack Mine (now ghost town). Upon
arriving at camp horses are unpacked and turned out. Camp is set
up while the cook prepares supper (garden salad, t-bones, baked
potatoes, sautéed mushrooms and ranch beans. You will be able to
relax and enjoy the wilderness, while not required, always feel
free to jump in and help.
Tuesday morning starts early. Camp has to
be picked up and moved to our next destination. After a hearty
breakfast, we pack up and head for Big Blue Creek. This ride is
one you will never forget; we ride along the famous Uncompahgre
Peak and drop down into the “Blue”. The scenery is un-matched;
it is not unusual to see several hundred elk on this trip.
Tonight finds us at the head of Big Blue Creek; we will camp
here for the next 2 nights. The anglers in the group hurry down
to the stream; “The Blue” is famous for its cutthroats. Others
in camp may enjoy a leisurely walk. As always, another great
meal waits as you return for supper.

Wednesday is a layover day; some will spend
their day on the stream while others horseback to Ridge Stock
for some amazing views of the drainage below. This camp has
several trail intersections with unlimited riding. We usually do
an evening ride after supper to view the abundant wildlife this
area has to offer. This eventful day ends back at camp, with
s’mores around a crackling campfire.
Thursday is pack out day. We will pack up and
either head down the Big Blue drainage, or go over the pass and
come out in Fall Creek
"HORSE THIEF" WILDERNESS PACK TRIP 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS $825
This 7-day 6 night wilderness pack tip is a
progressive trip. We stay in at least three different camps.
This is for the adventurer, who feels more at home on the
mountain than in town. This pack trip generally starts on Monday
but we can tailor it to meet your situation. One of our past
guests kept a journal on this trip. I will let her tell the
story.
Day
1- Monday July 15th: Our long awaited Colorado
vacation is finally here!!! I am anxiously waiting to see my
horse. We were here 2 years ago, and I fell in love with a paint
filly that had one blue eye. The outfitter said he would reserve
Missy for me again. Last time we only went for 3 days and
decided that just was not long enough. We are going to be gone
for a week this time. Jay said; there would be two other couples
on this trip, I hope they like to ride. We were picked-up at
the motel about 7am, it is about 8:45 now, and we are almost
there. When we arrived, I could see Missy tied to the hitching
rail. I went right over to get reacquainted with her, I think
she remembers me!!! Got to camp late that afternoon, it
sprinkled on us on the way in. One of the other guests left his
slicker in his bag on the packhorse and one of guides had to let
him use his. We had the biggest steak I have ever seen for
dinner. I wasn’t too hungry; I guess it was the altitude. Jim
said there was a herd of elk down the valley, I was to busy
bonding with Missy.
Day 2 - We are staying here today and going
for a ride toward Wetterhorn Peak, We saw a mountain goat today;
at least that’s what the guide said. It just looked like a white
spot on the mountain to me. We are going to be back early today
so we can go explore around the Silver Jack Mine ruins.
Day 3 - We had to get up early today, we
are moving camp. This is exciting because we were here for such
a short time last time; that we had to stay in the same camp. We
had a great day except for a little rain, and the ride was more
breathtaking than Jay had said. We are now in the Big Blue
valley or as the guides call it, “The Blue”. It is beautiful
here.
Day 4 - We are going to stay here for a few
days. Everyone is a little slow getting around today. The couple
from Ohio said they were going to rest today and enjoy the
scenery. The rest of us went for a ride to El Paso Creek. We saw
a lot of elk and heard the elk making calls. It was a great
ride; we were all back in time to
take a solar shower and clean up a bit.
Day 5 - The men went down stream to fish
while the women went for a long horseback ride on the Ridge
Stock Driveway. I guess this is where they used to trail sheep
across. I am going to have a hard time giving up Missy at the
end of trip; I wish I could take her home. The men had a good
day fishing. Jim said that one of the guys was a real good fly
fishermen and he caught and released more than everyone else
combined.
Day 6 - We are moving today. It was another
great day. I love watching the pack string. Two mules are
characters they come up form the meadow each night and see what
they can find to get into. I can’t believe we have to leave
tomorrow, it seems like we just got started. We went for an
evening ride after dinner and saw over a hundred head of elk.
Day 7 - Well it’s time to pack up and go
home. I wonder if I can sneak Missy out of here without anyone
knowing. The trip back to the trailhead was too quick for me,
everyone was talking about showers and real beds, and all I
could think about was going back to the real world and leaving
my horse. Since I could not sneak Missy away, I guess I will
have to come back and see her next year. What a great trip!
"MOUNTAIN
MAN" WILDERNESS PACK TRIP 7 DAY 6 NIGHT $1525
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