Oregon cannot boast of any world-famous man-made monuments, but then it doesn't need to: its array of stunning natural scenery is a matchless monument to nature. It has 224 state parks and 13 national forests plus 400 miles of coastline and countless lakes and rivers. Home to nine Native American tribes, Oregon is proud of its pioneering history and especially the 2000 mile long Oregon trail bringing settlers to a new life in the West. Washington State is known as the Evergreen State, with natural wonders from the active volcano of Mount St Helens, the rainforests and Mount Rainier, to manmade structures like the Space Needle and the Grand Coulee Dam. Contrast all this with the vibrant city of Seattle the gateway to the islands, this legendary archipelago was a gift of the glaciers that covered Washington 15 thousand years ago and is a refuge for some of the world's most rare and regal species.

ROCK SPRINGS GUEST RANCH BEND - OREGON

Guest Ranch

Built in 1969 by Donna Gill and still run by the Gill family, Rock Springs nestles in the beautiful foothills of the Cascade Mountains. The ranch has access to 12,000 acres of varying terrain, from rimrocks and high desert plateaux to lush meadows and winding creeks. Ponderosa pines, junipers and sage bush all help to create a truly western landscape. Well-appointed pine duplex and triplex cabins with private facilities provide comfortable surroundings. Buffet meals are served in the dining room or out on 'the deck', with a separate dining room for children to eat with their new found friends. A riding orientation and instruction clinic is held on Sunday morning, prior to a week of trail riding. From a string of 65 horses, mounts and guests are appropriately matched. Twice daily rides of varying length, from one to two-and-a-half hours are offered, with an all day luncheon ride later in the week. Guests are divided into groups of eight or less, according to age, riding ability and preferences, all guided by experienced wranglers, who lead the way to scenic areas with superb views of the mountains, spectacular waterfalls and wildlife. Children under 6 years are not able to take trail rides but there are two terrific programmes for ages 3-5 and 6-13, with many activities to keep youngsters happy all week long. The ranch has a heated swimming pool, two tennis courts and a hot tub. Volleyball, basketball and indoor games are available, with fishing, golf and white water rafting nearby.

HOLIDAY NUMBER	SEASON	ACCOMODATION TYPES	DOUBLE OCCUPANCY	SINGLE OCCUPANCY	ADDITIONAL PERSON	CHILD	AGES
OR001	JUNE 14 - AUG 23	STANDARD	1539	1789	1539	1259	Ages 6-17

DEPOSIT REQUIRED	AIRPORT TRANSFER	GRATUITY CHARGE	SUPPLEMENTS	EXTRAS
£250 per person per week	Included from Bend	£145 per person (double occupancancy). June 14-21 & Aug 16-23: Less 10% discount
PRICES SHOWN IN £ STERLING - PLEASE REFER TO GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE FOR EXPLANATION OF TERMS

K-DIAMOND-K CATTLE & GUEST RANCH REPUBLIC - WASHINGTON

Guest Ranch

This 1600-acre ranch has been in the same family ownership for over 40 years and offers wonderful, friendly ranch hospitality and has been home to many guests as they enjoy the variety of activities on offer. The surrounding countryside offers beauty and serenity whilst the ranch bordered by the spectacular Colville National Forest and the Colville Indian Reservation, give a taste of the old west. The ranch offers scheduled morning rides through the meadows, forest trails and along the San Poil River where you will get stunning views that will live on in the memory. There is usually an opportunity once or twice a week to help with the various cattle and ranch chores, if you wish. The afternoons are very much left to you to fill up with maybe fishing for trout, swimming in the nearby lakes, panning for gold, hiking or just relaxing. Late afternoon and evening horseback rides are available on request. The ranch does not have any set children's programme but children can ride out on the main rides from the age of 8 years old, younger children may ride in the corral. The ranch has two bedrooms upstairs and two bedrooms downstairs in the main 3500 square foot log lodge, with shared facilities. The ranch offers family style dining offering good hearty ranch fare around the great big family table. Finish the evening off by having a guest sing-along around the campfire or just swap tales about the day's events.

HOLIDAY NUMBER	SEASON	ACCOMODATION TYPES	DOUBLE OCCUPANCY	SINGLE OCCUPANCY	ADDITIONAL PERSON	CHILD	AGES
WA001	APR - OCT	STANDARD	609	609	609	609	Ages 6+

DEPOSIT REQUIRED	AIRPORT TRANSFER	GRATUITY CHARGE	SUPPLEMENTS	EXTRAS
£150 per person per week	Car Hire recommended	Left to guests' discretion
PRICES SHOWN IN £ STERLING - PLEASE REFER TO GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE FOR EXPLANATION OF TERMS

Call Ranch Rider on 01509 618811 or fax on 01509 610585
Ranch Rider, Devonshire House, Devonshire Lane, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 3DF, England.