Extend your adventure and experience the magic of the Yukon under a star-studded sky. Spend a night under the vast expanse of the Yukon sky, watching the sunset paint the horizon withvibrant hues. Relax and soak in the breathtaking views of the Pilot and Grizzly Mountain Range, overlooking the Yukon River and Lake Laberge.
Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive grizzly bears, wild sheep, and moose that call this region home. We will provide delicious meals, but don’t forget to pack some snacks for the trail to keep your energy levels high!
The love of the wilderness and being outside has always made up a big part of my life – the craving of my existence. Ever since I was a young child, a day has never gone by that I don’t think about the outdoors, or I am involved with it in some way or another. I live, work, play and even sleep outside. At the age of 17, I couldn’t take the confinement of the civilized theme any more and I headed north to Northwest Territories; the following spring to the Yukon and Northern B.C. I was going to live in the bush and become a trapper. So that’s what I did for the next 9 years. In addition to the work, I met my soulmate, a seasoned trapper after whom I named my son. However, I wanted to experience and live in the wilderness by myself with my dog Oona, so I would trap on a fly-in mountain line from October to January, snowshoeing to and from the cabins that my partner and I had built together. I brought in no radio, and said to the pilot, “See you in 3 months.” I loved it. There were many challenges, but it was raw and free. After that, my partner and I would come back together and live and trap until April on his line. Other than the mountain line, we did everything together until he passed of cancer in 1989.
I ran into an outfitter at the age of 30 and started guiding for sheep, caribou, moose and bear. Over the years, I have guided for outfitters in Northern B.C, Yukon, and NWT and covered countless mountains by air, horseback, and foot. I’ve seen a large portion of the Yukon from the air, but mostly on horseback.
When I wasn’t guiding, my son and I would go with our own horses for a month at a time covering hundreds of miles through the mountains. At 29 years old, I went to school and became a farrier – something I still am today. I also practised Equine Therapy and Dentistry. During that same time, I picked up the chainsaw and became a Faller, and since became a certified Faller and tutor. I used to fall and clean up dangerous trees on Siesmic Programs and later supervise it. I also pursued the extermination of the Mountain Pine Beetle the last 13 years as a surveyor and faller. I couldn’t get enough of the bush, but more so, the Wild Places, so back in 2009 I started buying and training horses. My son and I went to the mountains a lot then, including friends here and there. Everyone would say “Deb, why don’t you run your own horsepacking tours?”
Well, I finally have... and here we are!
Our trips are raw and beautiful, wild and breathtaking, hard yet simple, full of adventure and peace.
Tour highlights
Capture Amazing Views
Capture the view of the Pilot and Grizzly Mountain Range that overlooks the Yukon River and Lake Laberge
Explore Local Wildlife
Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive grizzly bears, wild sheep, and moose
Travel Back in Time
Follow the routes gold miners used to take in the Klondike Goldrush
Route details
Day 1
Start Exploring
Arrive at the ranch at 9 am (day of departure). Load up the horses and drive 10 minutes to the trail head.
Enjoy a 3 hour trail ride up the mountain that takes you to an amazing spot to have lunch (complimentary lunch) that overlooks lake Laberge where you can see moose, sheep and bears, and the routes gold miners used to take in the Klondike Goldrush.
Then hop back on your horse and travel to camp that is nestled beside a beautiful Plateau mountain lake. Finish the night off with a warm meal and tea or coffee.
Day 2
Go Venture a New Day
Wake up to a gorgeous sunrise and go venture the day and get back to the ranch in the late afternoon or evening.
It’s more than just an overnight!
Difficulty
Easy
Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age
Tour provider's comments
This trip can be tailored for all riding abilities (beginners/ intermediate/ experienced riders).
Horse Breed: Mountain horses
Tack Type: Western
Accommodation
Comfort
Basic
Tent
1 night
You will share tents with your friend, partner, or another participant.
1 night
Tent
If requested we will provide a tent for each (double or single).
Our meals will be healthy and hearty.
Tickets to group meeting place
Group meeting place
Yukon, Erik Nielsen Whitehorse Airport
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Weather during the tour
Weather conditions along the route
You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on
the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips
Tour conditions
Included
2 riding days;
1 night accommodation;
meals (breakfast and dinner);
instructions and guides;
all camping equipment;
horse equipment;
horses;
tack;
first aid.
Extras
international flights to and from Canada;
airport transfers (we can meet you for $100 both ways);
personal travel insurance (we encourage clients to obtain relevant travel insurance before joining the trip. Insurance is not obligatory, however, tourists will have to sign a waiver before a trip);
lunch (you should bring your own snacks for the trail);
sleeping bags;
thermarests;
backpacks;
extra clothing;
additional activities;
GST taxes, gratuities and personal expenses.
Group size
up to 4 tourists
Duration
2 days
1 night
It's important to know
Personal equipment you need for the tour
rain gear (good quality), (2 pieces) coat and pants;
a good hat: baseball cap, cowboy hat, water proof hat;
good boots: water proof, breathable, as well as camp shoes ex. crocs;
2 pair of good outdoor bush pants, long johns in case it gets cold and to give you an extra layer;
2 good outdoor marina wool shirts, (long sleeve) not cotton (cotton kills) also a good fleece sweat shirt for over layer;
a few good pairs of wool socks;
gloves (waterproof is best);
personal backpack;
rechargeable headlamp;
sleeping bag rated to -10 Celsius and a lightweight Thermarest;
good book;
favourite unbreakable cup.
When is the best time to come for a trip?
The best time to come for a trip is in late June to mid July, so that the temperature mountains can warm up and its before the rain sets in for fall.
Should any taxes be taken into consideration?
Yes, please mention that the tour price should be calculated considering GST (Goods & Services Taxes), so add GST (5%) to the tour price.
What can I do before or after my horse trip in the Yukon?
We always suggest our clients travel to Dawson City, Skagway, Kluane National Park or maybe something more local like Yukon Wildlife preserve, Takhini Hotsprings, and Yukon Beringia Center.
Do you provide meals for vegetarians?
Yes! If you have special dietary requirements please let us know in advance when making a reservation.
Cancellation of booking
In case of booking cancellation the next policy applies: Tourists will receive a full amount they paid for the reservation in case they cancel more than 35 days in advance of the tour start date In the event of cancellation within the period of 34 to 16 days before the tour start date - they are entitled to receive 50% of the booking amount Cancelations made within 15 days before the tour starts will not be entitled to a refund.