Western Ranch Experiences at our Rustic Holistic Retreat Center

Australia

5

I had a great time! Diane and Bear were very welcoming and shared so much of their knowledge with us. the Center is so peaceful and a true opportunity to unwind and connect with nature. The horses themselves are beautiful and you can see the love and compassion Diane and Bear show for them. I truly enjoyed my stay here and hope to be back soon.

10 months ago

Belgium

5

The hosts were absolutely fantastic and made us feel right at home from the start. They were incredibly supportive and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. If you're curious, they share a wealth of knowledge, making the stay even more enriching. The location exudes tranquility and is the perfect spot for some serious relaxation. We had two unforgettable weeks here, during which I truly felt like I recharged my soul. Saying goodbye to Diane and Bear was hard, and I still think about them and their beautiful place every day.

11 months ago

Belgium

5

We had an amazing experience with Diane and Bear. We loved working with them and there was a mutual respect and understanding between us, which was so nice. We loved our stay and we're already looking forward to coming back 😊 If you're willing to work and put the effort in, you'll have an amazing time with Diane and Bear. I truly appreciate everything they've done for us 🥰

12 months ago

United Kingdom

5

The most incredible experience, Diane and Bear are both truly amazing people who made me feel at home from day one. All of the horses are so wonderful to work with and I loved learning all about their story's. Day to day work was enjoyable and exactly as Diane advertised and was always appreciated by Diane, I've been able to make friends for life through this trip and also gained a home away from home with Diane and bear. I can't thank them enough for this opportunity and welcoming me into their beautiful home🤍

12 months ago

Norway

5

I had an amazing time at the Center! Diane is an amazing host, and made us feel so welcome. Housing was cozy and charming, we were well fed and the work was fun. the Center is a beautifull place and I wish I stayed for longer. Diane and Bear have truly made a magical space here. I would recommend this work exchange over and over again, and would love to go back one day! I am very thankfull for getting the opportunity to stay and for the kindness that was shown to me at the Center.

12 months ago

Norway

5

Had the best two weeks of my life! Diane and Bear are the best people, they were so welcoming and kind to us. We ate great food everyday and never walked around hungry. The tasks were great, they were not to hard and we had a great time doing them! The staff house is so cozy and cute, and we had a wonderful time there with the other girls. The horses were amazing and had such good manners! We loved every one of them, but especially my heart horse checkers🥰 You can tell that diane love her animals, and the animals have such a good life at the Center. Would recommend this place with all of my 🩷

12 months ago

United Kingdom

5

Amazing experience at the Center!Diane & Bear are such kind hearted and warm people who make you feel like part of the family from the moment you arrive. Day to day work life on the Center was exactly as described to us beforehand and included gardening, horse chores and just general maintenance. Girls camp was busy but we always felt appreciated for everything we did and any hard work was always rewarded with sweet treats, trips to town, evening sunset rides etc. Overall I would highly recommend, this place has truly become home away from home for me and I can't wait to come back again❤️

12 months ago

United Kingdom

5

Incredible experience at Wild Horse the Center, feeling like part of a big, welcoming family from the moment I arrived. Meeting volunteers from around the world and forming lasting friendships was a highlight. Free-time activities were fantastic, including line dancing, trips to town, and a day at the rodeo, immersing us in Alberta's western culture. Riding horses daily (weather permitting) and bonding with my heart horse, Chief, was a dream. Working days involved gardening, fencing, and some horse chores. Evenings were magical with coyote sounds and wildlife sightings. Am I now a rookie cowgirl?!

about 1 year ago

United Kingdom

5

Diane and Bear are both great people and provide a great cultural experience for travels to experience the Center life. The peacefulness of there the Center is amazing and it was nice to just live off grid for a while. Diane is a great host and provides food for meals and cozy accomidation. The horses are amazing and I miss them already. Overall I would highly recommend❤️

over 1 year ago

Canada

5

Diane and Bear were not only incredibly giving and kind hosts, but also amazing horse people with a wealth of knowledge about horses, horsemanship, indigenous culture, and sustainable living. The food and accommodation were amazing and we learned so much about western riding and horsemanship. Overall, we would definitely recommend this experience to any individual looking to connect with nature and learn more about horses and indigenous culture.

over 1 year ago

Diane replied

Amelia was a great help on our ranch. She easily transferred her English riding skill to Western style and helped get many of our horses ready for the upcoming season. she is a very competent horsegirl! Amelia is friendly, gets along well with other volunteers, happy to help wherever she was needed. We really appreciated all she did while she was here! Highly recommend her!

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