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Budd and Emi Betts
Absaroka Ranch
P.O. Box 929
Dubois, WY 82513
307-455-2275
Fax 307-455-2275

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At a Glance
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Famous For
Capacity
Open
Altitude
Location
Reservations
Rates
Minimum Stay
Deposit
Payment
Closest Airports
Transportation
Travel Agents
Guest Reviews
Featured Amenities
Lodging
Recreation
For Children
Food/Liquor
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Region/Customs
History/Hosts
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HIGHLIGHTS
Famous For:	Secluded, highly personalized,spectacular setting,loads of fun!
Capacity:	18
Open:	Mid-June to Mid-September
Altitude:	8,000'
Location:	16 miles from the town of Dubois; 85 miles from Jackson Hole; 85 miles from Riverton
Reservations:	307-455-2275
Rates:	*Adults:* $1,195.00 - $1,495.00 per week *Children:* $1025.00 - $1,215.00 per week
Minimum Stay:	June and September - 3 nights; July and August 7 nights
Deposit:	1/3 of rate to secure reservation (non-refundable)
Payment:	Personal check or cash
Closest Airports:	Jackson Hole and Riverton, Wyoming
Transportation:	Rental car recommended
Travel Agents:	YES
Guest Reviews:	Read reviews from travelers who have visited this ranch.

FEATURED AMENITIES

Adults Oriented Adult Weeks Big/Heavy Riders 200-250 lbs. Children's Programs Baby Sitting Nannies Encouraged Children's Trail Riding 5 yrs old Corporate Groups, Meetings Small (under 50) Cuisine Gourmet Ranch/Western Vegetarian Culinary Trained Chefs Dude/Guest Ranches Email Access Fishing Fly Fishing Equipment Available Fish on Your Own Kids Fly Fishing Program Professional Guides & Instruction Type of Fish Trout Spin Fishing Equipment Available Instruction Available	Golf Near (within 30 miles) Hiking Guided On Your Own Honeymoon Packages Horseback Riding Horsemanship Horsemanship Moderate Program Horses Appaloosa Draft Paint Quarter Hunting Ranches Big Game Deer Elk Languages Spoken English Liquor Bring Your Own	Massage Pack Trips Ranch Activity Rafting Nearby (within 30 miles) Saddle Your Own Horse Short Stays (1-4 days) Always Western Town White-Water Rafting Nearby (within 30 miles) Class III Women Weeks

LODGING

Four cozy cabins tucked into the Aspen trees. Each is heated with two bedrooms (two full size beds in each room) and adjoining bath, snugly quilts, carpeting and rustic atmosphere. A porch on every cabin affords our guests views of open meadows and snow-capped peaks.

RECREATION

Horseback riding is the mainstay. With 650 acres of private land and National forest beyond, there are miles and miles of trails to take you through cool forests and high country meadows. Photo opportunities abound with wildlife sitings and gorgeous wildflowers. Our experienced wranglers will select a surefooted horse for you based on your ability and experience and are always on hand to answer your horsemanship questions. In addition, guided fishing excursions to nearby lakes and crystal clear streams are offered. The Dubois area is famous for its world-class fishing. For those who prefer to hike, we have numerous guided and unguided opportunities both on and off the ranch. One of the favorites is an all day, guided trek to the Continental Divide which offers enthralling panoramas. A day trip to Yellowstone National Park (on your own) is a great adventure as is a day in Jackson Hole with an exciting river float trip. During the week there are many ranch activities taking place such as a cookout ride to our special open air spot; various forms of entertainment in the evenings; a trip to town for weekly square dancing with other ranches from the area, rodeos, museums, art galleries, and wonderful shops where you can find that unique western gift or keepsake.

FOR CHILDREN

Children have always enjoyed the freedom of the big outdoors here at the ranch. In addition to participating in all of the aforementioned activities, we have a recreation room - "The Gold Pinch Palace" - with games and foosball. There are often spontaneous games of whiffleball after dinner!

FOOD/LIQUOR

At Absaroka you'll enjoy three hearty and healthy meals a day. Cooking is "fresh gourmet" with our own baked breads, pastries, and desserts. Vegetables and fruits are delivered weekly, meats are the finest from our local butcher, and fresh fish is flown in via our supplier. Wine is offered with dinner every evening. Meals are served family style in the Main Lodge. We recommend bringing your own liquor as desired. Wine served complimentary with dinner.

MEMBERSHIPS

Dude Rancher's Association; Wyoming Dude Rancher's Association; Wyoming Outfitter's Association; Dubois Outfitter's Association

REGION/CUSTOMS

Dubois has always been in the shadow if its more famous neighbor, Jackson Hole, but we like it that way. Here you can immerse yourself in an unhurried, western way of life. The area teems with history from the Wind River Indian Reservation to the Tie Hack camps to the Sheepeaters to the Mountain Men. Perhaps you will find an arrowhead or a teepee ring or an elk antler shed last spring. Dubois is home to the largest bighorn sheep herd in North America with an excellent museum, The Bighorn Sheep Center to tell you all about it. There are truly so many things to discover in this unspoiled region.

HISTORY/HOSTS

Budd and Emi Betts and their two children, Lindsay and Robert serve as your hosts. Celebrating our 21st year of dude ranching this summer. The ranch has a wonderful history starting in the late 1800's with original buildings and a picture wall to show how it has changed very little. We have been fortunate enough over the years to have met almost every owner from the past.

ITINERARY

The day begins with our wranglers bringing in the horses from pasture around sun up. Breakfast is in the Main Lodge and coffee is always available. This is followed by morning horseback rides, hikes, or fishing. Lunch will be served in the backyard or the Lodge. The afternoon brings more riding or hiking or fishing. Then perhaps a nap or a sauna before dinner. After dinner could be entertainment, conversation, games, or a lovely walk to watch the sun drop behind the mountains. With the exception of mealtimes, your itinerary can be as varied as you please. We like to stress relaxation, no pressure, pack as little or a lot into your day as you wish . The choice is yours and we will do our best to accommodate all of your choices.

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