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Won' t have my cell till wednesday left charger at daughters
 viv u have my home phone 
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messaged you my number, viv... I think...
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got them ....
I think..... yep.. I do! 
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This has been mentioned , so I looked it up for anyone who is interested.
Old West Stables · 11450 Park Road 5 · Canyon, Texas 79015 · 806-488-2180 Watch for this sign after entering the canyon. Horses and horse back riding have been a part of Palo Duro Canyon's history since the days of the Apaches, Kiowas, Comanches, and Cheyennes. Tho' you shouldn't expect your ride to be as daring as some of theirs undoubtedly were, we expect that you'll want to make your own horse back riding history when you visit Palo Duro Canyon and the Old West Stables. Our rental horses are tame and well kept and our horse back riding guides are not just experienced, they're real honest to goodness COWBOYS! You'll never find a more beautiful setting as you ride the canyon floor through the same hills and ravines as such famous individuals as Colonel Ranald MacKenzie of the U.S. Cavalry and Colonel Charles Goodnight, Palo Duro Canyon's first permanent white settler. Our season begins each year on the first Saturday in March and ends on the first Sunday after Thanksgiving. We are closed through the winter months. 1 Hour Guided Ride *Minimum Age: 6 years *Maximum Weight: 250lbs Reservations (by telephone) are Required $35 Call 806-488-2180 for reservations. Payment is required with all reservations We accept Visa and Mastercard Snacks and Souvenirs are Available * No exceptions, no double riders, other restrictions may apply. |
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Edited by
metalwing
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Mon 10/29/12 07:53 AM
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The ranch just before entering the park offers jeep tours also. I toured Elkings Ranch for a Cowboy breakfast some years ago (dutch oven cooking with a cowboy seranade!)
Elkins Ranch 1 800 865 2613 Jeep Tours in Palo Duro Canyon Come with us on an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure! Experienced, fun and informative tour guides. An exciting and educational adventure for all ages. Slow, gentle exploration in comfortable, customized vehicles well equipped for canyon terrain. Open air for great visibility. A photographer's dream! Join in discussions of the flora and fauna, geology, geography and ecology of the area. Listen, as your guide takes you on a journey through history and heritage. Follow the explorations of early Spanish Explorer, Francisco de Coronado in his search for the fabled 7 Cities of Gold. Walk the land where cattle rustlers were hanged by the legendary Colonel Charles Goodnight. Relive the battles of the Red River War, and the heartbreaking life story of Cynithia Ann Parker. Enjoy fascinating folklore, legends and tales of the famous lawmen, Bat Masterson and Pat Garrett; and notorious outlaws, 'Dutch' Henry and William H. Bonney, aka Billy the Kid. Venture into a natural habitat where wildlife thrive. Travel exciting and remote terrain. Land virtually untouched since the time of our Native American predecessors...where the last, great Comanche War Chief battled the army in an epic struggle for a way of life. Learn about Native American culture and customs. Sit back, relax and discover the mysterious enchantment of Palo Duro Canyon...an incredible marvel of nature that has attracted people for thousands of years. We promise to provide some of the most memorable moments of your vacation! Exciting Tours to Fit Your Budget Black Hawk Tour 1 Hour. Adult $25.00. Child $15.00. From the canyon rim, our tour begins a slow descent into Palo Duro with spectacular views of Palo Duro Canyon State Park and the famous Lighthouse monument, 400 feet below the rim, we travel along the plateau and around the outer perimeter of Black Hawk Mesa. Stop to witness the power of water - through time - over solid rock at Legend Falls. Capture fantastic North/South views of the canyon from Yellow Bear Bluff. Our tour continues through Mule Deer Meadow, a colorful carpet of wildflowers. Thrill to the unexpected as we climb up and over the exciting E. J. Pearson Pass on our return to the rim. Hidden Spring Canyon Tour 2.25 Hours. Adult $45.00. Child $25.00. Enjoy a fun-filled ride through Drunken Drover Draw in route to Hidden Spring Canyon. Travel to Ol' Loggin' Trail into this secluded box canyon and come upon the Outlaw's Hideout hidden at the base. Follow along the creek as it meanders through a picturesque paradise of wayward trees, red cedars, wildflowers and ancient towering cottonwoods in this natural habitat where wildlife thrive. Stop to explore an authentic Plains Indian Tipi. Our tour enters the main canyon and continues along the plateau with stops at Legend Falls and Yellow Bear Bluff. Enjoy unsurpassed canyon views on our return along Ghost Rider Road. Great for kids! Spirit of Palo Duro Tour 3 Hours. Adult $65.00. Child $50.00. For the truly adventurous! Experience the incredible beauty of the canyon that inspired Georgia O'Keeffe's world famous landscapes. From the rim to the canyon floor! Our journey begins over Ghost Rider Ridge. Explore the canyon's unique geological features as our path descends and winds along the caprock through Crik Crossin' #1 to Legend Falls. A photography stop at Yellow Bear Bluff then on to the unbelievable Crazee Woo-man Slide to begin our trek to the canyon floor. Capture 360 degree breathtaking panoramas as we maneuver down the slide and onto Deadman's Crossin'. Marvel at the miracle of color in this up-close view of the formations known as the Spanish Skirts. Continue our descent through remote terrain to Prairie Dog Town Fork of the Red River winding along the canyon floor. Venture across and travel the bank of the river. Encounter livestock and wildlife that roam the floor as we head East of the river to our destination, the Acient HooDoo Site, to witness the geological evolution of millions of years. Hear the legend of the lost gold as we begin our journey to the top over Lost Treasure Trail. This tour combines the best of the Black Hawk and Hidden Spring Canyon Tours into one unforgettable adventure. |
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i hope the jeeps can carry more than 250 pounds
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I vote on the jeep tours, if they are open..horses are fun..but you'd see very little of the canyon on them.
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i hope the jeeps can carry more than 250 pounds They carry about six or eight people! Actually they are four wheel drive Suburbans with the roof cut off and dressed up to look like cows!  It was a lot of fun and a great way to learn about the history, flora, and fauna of the canyon! |
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Jeep tours sound like fun!
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I'm poor as a church mouse..but the last tour, the 3 hr one sounds as if it will give you more bang for your buck..and you will see a LOT more of the canyon!
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Sadie??? Will you be staying with us at the cabin?? I haven't seen you post about this yet.
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I just called Elkings Ranch. Sadly, the six inches of rain they had recently washed out too many of the jeep trails for tours! They are bringing in a dozer tomorrow to do repairs. The lady said to call back on thursday to see how the repairs were going. They might be back in operation by Saturday. They are the ONLY jeep tour operator in the area.
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Okay I have a queen size air mattress do I need to bring it or not. I think there are 10 of us total and the cabins sleep 8 total. You'd better bring it along... I have a blow up cot I'll bring...and we might want to each bring a blanket..except for Glenda..and I'll bring her one. I know the cabins have linens furnished..but have y'all ever known a motel or ANY PLACE that has enough covers...and I'm taking my pillow....it's a security thing
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I just talked to the park...right now the burn ban has been lifted..we'll need to bring our own wood....but she said to call the day we came just to make sure that nothing has changed.
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I'll get with Don as we get closer to the weekend. We'll need tortillas for our breakfast tacos with ingredients like sour cream and cheese. The meat is covered. We'll need buns and condiments for our burgers and whatever we want to go with our steaks and burgers. Baked potatoes would probably be best since we can cook them in the microwaves and they use the same toppings as the breakfast tacos. Right now the menu is looking like (subject to change) Friday afternoon - snacks Friday night - we cook steaks Saturday morning - breakfast tacos Saturday lunch - burgers Saturday afternoon - snacks Saturday night - Big Texan Steak Ranch Sunday morning - Breakfast tacos The only meal outside the park is the Steak Ranch. Breakfast tacos I got eggs today. We can use leftover dinner meat if available. We can also use leftover potatoes, etc. We still need: Tortillas Sour Cream Shredded cheese Fruit (It goes with your taco, not in it!) Paper Plates: I have a bunch. I hope to remember to bring them. Burger lunch Don brings burgers and maybe dogs. We need: Buns Mustard (remember Texans eat Mustard!) Burger "stuff" (we could put Miri's salad on there!) Same 'ol shredded cheese. Relish or picante sauce Sides (potato chips?) Steak dinner Need input from Don on this one Newest head count is ten people Charcoal Firewood |
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I can bring tortillas, mustard, ketchup, relishes, onions, pickles...I hadn't decided to stay in the cabin, yet. I am very poor right now.
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Okay I have a queen size air mattress do I need to bring it or not. I think there are 10 of us total and the cabins sleep 8 total. You'd better bring it along... I have a blow up cot I'll bring...and we might want to each bring a blanket..except for Glenda..and I'll bring her one. I know the cabins have linens furnished..but have y'all ever known a motel or ANY PLACE that has enough covers...and I'm taking my pillow....it's a security thing I'm bringing the air mattress with the covers for me and well my pillow to heheheh yeah it is must lmao But we will have to watch carol on any heat coming in or we will be toasted in the morning want need no food just stick an apple in my mouth if she gets a hold of the heat... |
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I can bring tortillas, mustard, ketchup, relishes, onions, pickles...I hadn't decided to stay in the cabin, yet. I am very poor right now. Do you need to be picked up? I think Don will be in Amarillo on Thursday night, or Glenda and I can pick you up when we go to the store..that'll save you some gas driving back and forth. I'll bring the Possum, fudge, chips, sour cream, guacamole, and MIRCLE WHIP!!!. And of course my diet Dr. Pepper. My cot and some extra bedding. |
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Okay I have a queen size air mattress do I need to bring it or not. I think there are 10 of us total and the cabins sleep 8 total. You'd better bring it along... I have a blow up cot I'll bring...and we might want to each bring a blanket..except for Glenda..and I'll bring her one. I know the cabins have linens furnished..but have y'all ever known a motel or ANY PLACE that has enough covers...and I'm taking my pillow....it's a security thing I'm bringing the air mattress with the covers for me and well my pillow to heheheh yeah it is must lmao But we will have to watch carol on any heat coming in or we will be toasted in the morning want need no food just stick an apple in my mouth if she gets a hold of the heat... I'll bring one of the bows and arrows I'm making and selling for the kids...if Carol gets too close to the heater, or fire place...we'll use her for target practice!!! But I do have a couple of apples here at the house, in case she runs out of range...she's pretty fast when she has to be!
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