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BEFORE
THE SUNRISES
over the mountains to awaken the ranch, the music of birds and
other singing creatures is interrupted by thundering hoof beats
as horses gallop through the woods. Finally they appear, chestnuts,
blacks, bays, and paints running toward the corral. The last
horse is urged out the pen and the gates shut. Wranglers' bring
the stock along to you. The day at RANCH 4 SAISONS has begun.
Start off right with a hearty breakfast: The
smell of fresh coffee and homemade biscuits will greet you when
you first enter the lodge in the morning. You may choose to
start the day out with a hearty "stick to your ribs"
breakfast to hold you 'til lunch. Fresh fruit, bagels, and yogurt
are also available for the not-so-big eaters. One special
morning during your stay, wake at daybreak; mount up and ride
to a cowboy breakfast where the staff are busy grilling
smoked ham and Dutch oven potatoes.
Fill up on a lunch made for a Western appetite:
By now the sun is high and it's time for lunch. What a great
time to talk about the day's fun. Once again, the cook will
be ready with more down home cooking to satisfy that hunger
that only enjoying the outdoors can bring.
Relax with serene and scenic trail rides: "Your"
horse will be chosen with your particular needs in mind, so
you can relax and enjoy each ride. The large bluffs surrounding
the ranch inspire awe in all riders. As you ride through or
past the wooded areas, chances are good that you'll catch a
glimpse of some wildlife; deer, fox, and squirrel are among
the creatures seen regularly..
Take to the water on the great River L'Assomption:
Another great place you don't want to miss is the River, and
the best way to see it is to let the river itself quietly glide
you between its magnificent bluffs. You'll be canoeing on water
so clear you can see the fish on the bottom and surrounded by
bluffs so high you may get a kink in your neck from trying to
see the tops. It's a great experience and so much fun your cheeks
will hurt from grinning.
Canadian evenings are for socializing: Another
mouth-watering meal and its time for bed, but wait!!
More great activities are planned for after the sun goes down.
Whether you prefer Sauna & Spa under the stars, campfires,
moonlight rides, ice-cream, or local entertainment, we have
something to tempt you to stay up just a little while longer.
When it really is time to hit the sack, retire to your comfortable
suite and sleep after a day out in the fresh air and having
lots of fun.
Spend
some time alone: Several cool springs, cascading streams,
and quiet pools await you on hikes and nature walks. The locals
call the pools "cowboy Jacuzzis", so pull off your
boots and take a dip or just cool your feet. Bring along a pair
of binoculars to spot the many species of birds and the palette
of butterflies that paint the pathways by the water. See the
Indian Totem pole and along the bluffs are there to be explored
and treasure hunt are waiting to be found.
Share
the fun, whether adult or young: While the adults discover
their own adventures, the young ones have plenty to do, too.
A wonderful youth program gives the kids a chance to learn new
crafts, discover plants and animals with an expert and ride
a dependable and child-friendly pony. They'll also have fun
and learn self-confidence, as they become "cowboys".
Of course, you don't have to be young to enjoy this mini ranch,
although it helps to be a child at heart. Everyone is invited
to keep a goat company.
Remember,
it's your vacation: Ranch 4 Saisons is a place everyone,
young or old, can enjoy and where families can share outdoor
experiences. You'll travel back in time to the smells of leather
and livestock; the sounds of the mountains in the mornings and
evenings and association with hard working, friendly people.
You'll experience the West (with a dash of Southern charm)!
If simply relaxing on the porch of your room or sunning by the
spa sounds like your kind of vacation, come on down! Whatever
you do (or don't do!) during your visit, you're sure to leave
happier for having experienced the magic of RANCH 4 SAISONS |
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| Horseback
riding is the main activity at the ranch but there is plenty more
to choose from. You will feel at home in the cozy inn. Stay for
a night, a week or more.
Each
day is different at RANCH 4 SAISONS. In the evening, gather together
to decide what activities you’d like to participate for
the next day. After a wonderful breakfast the next morning, you
are ready to groom and saddle your horse and now are ready to
explore Vista mountains through clear running water.
You
can take a dip in the many natural lakes or waterfalls. Ride in
the enchanting forest among birds and wildlife and enjoy a well
deserved lunch or have wine-picnic or return at the ranch for
lunch and relaxation.
After
lunch, get back on the trails for more adventure. Upon your return,
enjoy the talk of the day while feeding your horse, unsaddle and
enjoy a refreshment while dinner is waiting for you.
During
the evening under the stars, enjoy full relaxation in the sauna
and spa. This is not only an incredible place, but it has an incredible
spirit as well.
Great
service from friendly staff a fun atmosphere. You will remember
the time you had... so much fresh air, good food and you will
feel like you were part of the Jordan's family.
You
get Private suite. Air-condition for your comfort.
Whirlpool bath, fireplace, TV, refrigerator, coffee machine. All
rooms have their own private entrance, sun chairs, single, double
or queen-size bed, and full private bathroom and sitting areas.
The ranch provides all linens, bath towels with daily maid service.
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Meals
at the Ranch 4 Saisons will not disappoint you! You can look forward
to tastefully prepared fresh meats, Seafood, fruit, and vegetables
with creative homemade desserts.
Breakfast
Fresh fruits, eggs, bacon, beef sausages, fresh ham, roasted potatoes,
pate, bake beans, home-made jams, cheese, croissant, toast, coffee,
tea, hot chocolate.
Lunch
Well-deserved meal varies from juice to hot homemade soup accompanied
with cheese pie/lemon dill cucumber salad; smoke meat and homemade
French fries, BBQ cookout and more.
Dinner
Soups made from fresh vegetables and broth to the scallop bisque
or French onion and many more.
Starter
Parmesan fondue a tingly taste to your palate, the giant tiger
shrimp cocktail in between coquille St-Jacques, escargot, stuffed
mushrooms to name a few.
Meat
From salmon served with a velvet lemon-dill sauce to fresh BBQ
chicken breast served with vegetable and saffron rice. But the
best is the opportunity of western beef such as prime, filet mignon;
New York cut steak, fondue, bourguignon stew, and Parmesan Florentine
pasta.
Seafood
Scallops, shrimp, lobster tails accompanied with fresh fruits
in homemade garlic butter – What a delight!
Desserts
You must have an upside down strawberry cake with fresh cream,
chocolate mousse, date squares, rice pudding with Quebec maple
syrup, apple pie, lemon chiffon, maple sugar, and coconut cream.
Beverage A
variety of fresh ground coffee, tea, a numerous herbal teas to
choose from, hot chocolate, juices.
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Depending on
the season Ranch 4 Saisons will add ice fishing excursions, archery,
pellet gun shooting, roping practice and a four-hour kayaking
or canoeing trip on L'Assomption River from April to June.
In
Quebec, there is the benefit of four beautiful seasons. Spring
for the Sugar bush. Summer for the beauty of the 54 lakes in the
region. Fall is for all the breathtaking colors. Winter is a good
season for horseback riding, ski-doo or squad, flying saucer, crazy carpet, snow
shoe walking or cross country skiing, sleigh rides, feed the small animals, and take a good ride in our big foot v.t.t.;
are all fun winter activities.
All
equipment is supplied. It is possible for you to bring your ski-doo
or squad. The trail begins at the ranch.
It
is possible to check with David to have a day or night out of
the ranch to eat at the campfire and sleep under the stars just
like a real cow-boy. Please bring your sleeping bag for this activity.
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Multi Add-On Activities
Multi
Add-On Activities covering such activities that will give
you first hand and hands-on experience in viewing wildlife,
angling, winter sports, horsemanship, cowboy/wrangler
skills, participating on wilderness guided tours, and
trying your hand at ranch pastimes. Most of our wilderness
Multi Add-On Activities are multi-sport activities —
wrangler style. Many are just part of our livelihood and
essential to our very survival in nature and working with
horses.
Most
people can’t imagine how vast their wilderness experience
options can be on a ranch holiday at Ranch 4 Saisons encourage
“city folk” to step out of their comfort zone
and explore all the activities this environment has to
offer. For example, on a 6 Day Ranch Trip the following
list of activities are routinely accomplished:
Horse
Related Activities
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Show you how to feed and saddle your horse
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Take a sun-rise ride
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Learn the art of mountain riding
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Ride a horse over rocks
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Learn to trim your horse hoofs
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Learn how to ‘pack’ a horse
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Worm a horse (while holding its slimy tongue!)
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Participate in a horse chase through the mountains
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Ride in snow or rain
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Ride a horse threw clear rushing water
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Show you how to go in and down the Red river
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Learn how to ride bareback
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Take a moon-night ride
Live
as a Cow-boy
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Shoot with pellet gun on our shooting range
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Practices shooting with a bow and arrow
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Pan for gold
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Manual labor such as help cut trails or repair a fences
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Bush whacking ride off the trail through the forest
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Learn how to swing an axe properly and help cut down a
tree
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Learn how to run a chainsaw properly
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Go 4 x 4’ing in the bush
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Fish for your supper
Explore
Nature’s Wild Side — Safely
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Explore the inside of a hunting den
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See hummingbirds
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Spot deer, moose, bears or fox in their natural environment
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Learn bear defense
Depending
on the season Ranch 4 Saisons will add ice fishing excursions,
archery, pellet gun shooting, roping practice and a four-hour
kayaking or canoeing trip on L'Assomption River from April
to June.
In
Quebec, there is the benefit of four beautiful seasons.
Spring for the Sugar bush. Summer for the beauty of the
54 lakes in the region. Fall is for all the breathtaking
colors. Winter is a good season for horseback riding,
ice fishing, ski-doo or squad, snow shoe walking or cross
country skiing, sleigh rides; tube sliding are all fun
winter activities.
All
equipment is supplied. It is possible for you to bring
your ski-doo or squad. The trail begins at the ranch.
It
is possible to check with David to have a day or night
out of the ranch to eat at the campfire and sleep under
the stars just like a real cow-boy. Please bring your
sleeping bag for this activity.
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The
day's activities will be pursued according to your wishes. The
goal is to have fun.
There
are many activities to pursue on a trip: take a dip in the water
falls or in a lake, take a walk or do some hiking, fishing, photography,
singing around the campfire, site seeing for wildlife, and just
relaxing and enjoying life.
Those
at the ranch like to stay clean too, but you will get dirty on
a trip. Expect it and enjoy it.
All
camps have streams nearby and most have live springs that produce
clean mountain spring water. Water is drawn from the springs.
It’s cleaner than your municipal water supply.
Everybody
will pack in drinking water. You will take meals sitting around
the campfire with plates on your laps. Food is cooked on the grill
over the campfire.
Guides
put a great deal of effort into making picnic great. All camps
are accessed by horseback only, so there is no way to pack in
unnecessary and heavy gear. Beer and wine will be packed in for
you to enjoy.
On
a wilderness picnic, typically staffed with one wrangler/guide.
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Pack Trip Special!
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| V.I.P
CITY SLICKER PACKAGE
Ranch
4 Seasons is offering our V.I.P CITY SLICKER PACKAGE for a six-days
trip for a family of four (2 adults and 2 children) for $6,900.
Normally it would cost 7,400$. This represents a great
$500 savings!
Special
applies to spring, fall and winter season only and is subject
to availability.
Special
is subject to availability. So don’t wait, book now!
If
you have specific needs, we will find the best solution for you!
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| Overview |
| Duration |
1
-7 Nights or more |
| Season |
Year
Round |
| Area |
St.
Alphonse Rodriquez |
| Nearest
City |
Montreal
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| Physical Condition
Required |
Fair
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| States/Country/Region |
Quebec,
Canada, Lanaudiere |
| Type of Ride |
Western |
| Minimum Age
Limit |
6
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| Weight Limit |
450 |
| Guest Capacity |
28
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ALL RATES ARE IN CANADIAN DOLLARS:
V.I.P
CITY SLICKER PACKAGE
STAY LONGER
& SAVE MORE $$$
Take
one-week Vacation 7nights for $2700 You save $300 dollars
Take
2 weeks Vacation 14 nights for $4800 Saving of $600
dollars
Take
3 weeks Vacation 21 nights for $6900.
A
SUPER SAVING OF $1200.00
| 1
Night, |
..700
dollars per person / |
....600
per child |
| 2
Nights, |
1,200
dollars per person / |
..900
per child |
| 3
Nights, |
1,500
dollars per person / |
1,200
per child |
| 4
Nights, |
1,800
dollars per person / |
1,400
per child |
| 5
Nights, |
2,100
dollars per person / |
1,600
per child
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| 6
Nights, |
2,400
dollars per person / |
1,800
per child |
| 7
Nights, |
2,700
dollars per person / |
2,000
per child |
Additional
Nights, Double Occupancy: $300
per person
Ages 0-2: No Charge
RESERVATION
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MONEY
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