All is well at the main ranch on Pearson Pond. We are almost to the middle of our winter season. We just passed a cold snap and are happy to say that it is over! Our back country skiers have been enjoying the pristine virgin snow that the seclusion that Eldorado has to offer them. The children have been enjoying the ice skating on the pond and the sleigh rides over Christmas went really well. We will still enjoy our sleigh rides around Pearson Pond until mid March when it starts to get too slushy. All the horses are enjoying winter at home. It is nice to have them in the yard and watch them frolic in the snow. We have had some good entertainment. Seems as though Humphrey and Cheroe figure they are a tag team and do laps around the big willow bush out by the pond.

The 2004 season is looking good and we are excited! There is lots of interest out there this year and we are happy to say that dates are filling up fast! 2003 brought us many new faces from all over the world and we are looking forward to meeting even more new friends this year. We are pleased to add this year to our list of activities a Youth Program, a Spring Grizzly Viewing Package, Back Country Horseman Seminar with Tours as well as some extended back country tours which will travel deep into the heart of the back country and be supported by vehicle or floatplanes. Looks like we have the opportunity to travel into Taseko country again to. Luckily I had a partial booking right before sending out this newsletter. So if anyone is interested in the few spots left please give us a call soon.

We still have many dates between June 15th and July 15th to work with and you will notice the lower rate for the beginning of the seson. It is one of the most beautiful times to travel as the bustle of the back country has not yet begun and the wildflowers are at their prime. Don’t forget this is also the best time to travel to experience the bug free environment that the Chilcotin boasts.

If you are interested in booking a tour for the 2004 season and wish to receive your ideal dates, give us a call and let us help plan your vacation of a lifetime!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Warren and Casie Menhinick

Following you will find some specials for those on our mail out list to enjoy!!

Are you looking for a career in adventure tourism or the horse industry? Would you like to further your knowledge of back country living and basic horsemanship? Then this is the course for you. Our spring program is at a special price as we are actively searching for employees for the upcoming season. We will provide participants with a solid combination of working knowledge and practical skills for --horse handling, horse shoeing, horse packing, feed and range management, mountain riding, pack trip preparation, back country camp selection, working with teams, plant and wildlife identification and so much more! Start your career in adventure today! This program is registered with PPSEC and HR funding is available to qualifying candidates.

May 3rd to May 16th (2 Week Beginner Program) reg. $2000.00 sale. $1500.00