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Packages consist of some or all of the following components: Lowland fern finder: Stroll along lowland trails to study ostrich, cinnamon and sensitive ferns, to name just a few. Learn how to identify common, lowland fern species, learn which produce edible ‘fiddleheads’ and how to responsibly harvest them for a delectable spring-time delicacy. Horse driving: Horse driving is the perfect introduction to the method of handling these Norwegian Fjord horses. Your guide will accompany you on your cart or wagon to teach you vocal commands and how to handle reins attached to halter – no bridles and bits here! Woodland wildflower stroll: The forest floor in summer offers up a visual feast of wild flowering plants in full bloom and developing fruit, an important source of food for our wildlife. Bunchberry, starflower, blue bead lily, Indian cucumber root and wild sarsaparilla are just a few of the species you’ll encounter on this hike. Ride and fish: Saddle up for a day-long riding adventure to the Cape Breton Highlands Plateau and a unique trout fishing expedition to Bell Lakes and an old fashioned, on-the-fire, just-caught lunch.
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| Season: July to August |
| Suggested Items: Camera, daypack, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle, personal fishing gear. |
| Suggested Clothing: Jacket, hiking boots, riding boots, sneakers, long pants, shorts, t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hat, rain gear. |
| Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate |
| Restrictions: Horse driving is available for horse lovers of any experience level. Our horseback, trail-riding adventures are designed for experienced riders only due to the rugged and untouched nature of our wilderness trails. Helmets (mandatory) are available. Age restrictions apply - 12 years of age and older.
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| Equipment Provided: Horseback riding equipment, fishing gear. |
| Transportation: Trips begin and end in at the ranch near Baddeck, Nova Scotia. You can fly into Halifax International Airport or the regional airport in Sydney, Nova Scotia with a commercial scheduled airline. From there you can take a chartered flight or drive a car directly to the ranch.
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| Accommodations: Accommodations at the guesthouse included. The building’s natural wood cladding, green, steeply-pitched, metal-tiled roof and natural stone accents allow it to blend effortlessly into its surroundings. Hand-crafted, wrought iron railings and paths lined with native stone enhance the rugged hillside into which the building has been set. Balconies and windows, strategically placed and opening onto incomparable views of the foothills of the Cape Breton Highlands or over the lush and fertile Baddeck River Valley, provide breath-taking panoramas of the beauty that surrounds you. This unique Guesthouse provides exceptional comfort in a simple yet elegant setting. The 8 suites, individually decorated with restful, autumn palettes, are beautifully appointed with hand crafted, solid native yellow birch furnishings and hardwood flooring to enhance the rugged beauty of the integrated, exposed hand-hewn timbers. Sheepskin area rugs, 100% pure cotton bed linens, topped with hand-made quilts that reflect the changing seasons, add just a touch of whimsy. On the practical side, the well-lit, three-piece baths are equipped with state of the art equipment, an endless supply of hot water and, to quench your thirst, chemical-free drinking water. Sound-proof division walls and concrete sub-floors ensure both a peaceful and quiet stay as well as your privacy. And, to further ensure healthy, clean air, the Guesthouse is a non-smoking facility. And, for your convenience, the Guesthouse is mere steps from the adjacent Interpretive Centre and your dining venue. The resort has an interpretive centre, lounge and bar.
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| Meal Information: All meals included. The lodge serves healthy gourmet cuisine. Devoted to serving healthy, organic food, the lodge grows fresh vegetables and herbs on the farm and in the greenhouse, and they raise their own Highland cattle beef, Blackface lamb, free-range poultry and fish. These efforts ensure the chefs are able to offer guests original, seasonal gourmet dishes, made only with fresh ingredients, year round. Top off your gourmet meals with a visit to the cellar to choose from a selection of local award-winning wines. |
| Guide Information: All riding, hiking and fishing tours fully guided. |
| Weather Information: Summer temperatures will average from 10 to 25 degrees celsius. |
| Comments: This is an adult-oriented resort. Kids 12 and older are welcome. |
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4 days
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$910.00* per person
Double occupancy. 3 nights. Evening arrival |
4 days
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$1210.00* per person
Single occupancy. 3 nights. Evening arrival |
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax , 8.00% Provincial Sales Tax
If you have any questions or would like more information about a particular adventure, please email us.
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