Percherons Archives | 320 Guest Ranch

4 03, 2023

Top 5 Reasons to Love 320 Ranch

kk@320ranch.com2023-03-04T23:00:14+00:00320 Guest Ranch Blog, 320 Guest Ranch History, 320 lodging, 320 Ranch Sleigh Rides, Draft Horses, McGills Restaurant & Saloon, Montana, Percherons, Summer Season Activities, Uncategorized, Winter Season Activities|

Here are the top 5 reasons to visit 320 Ranch: 1. Location: 320 Ranch is located in a picturesque Gallatin valley surrounded by the stunning Rocky Mountains. The natural beauty of the area makes it an ideal place for outdoor enthusiasts to explore, hike, and ride horses. 20 minutes south of Big Sky and 45 minutes north of West Yellowstone. 2. Authentic Western Experience: 320 Ranch was founded in 1898 and offers a unique and authentic Western experience that visitors are sure to enjoy. From a rich history as part of the Gallatin Canyon to horseback ride in the [...]

From a 320 Ranch Sleigh Driver

kk@320ranch.com2023-02-27T15:41:38+00:00320 Guest Ranch Blog, 320 Guest Ranch History, 320 lodging, 320 Ranch Sleigh Rides, McGills Restaurant & Saloon, Montana, Percherons, Winter Season Activities|

As a winter wrangler and sleigh ride driver at 320 Ranch, I have the pleasure of immersing myself in the snow-capped Montana wilderness. With each sleigh ride, I get to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and share it with our guests. Daily tasks: To ensure that our guests have the best possible experience, my first task each day is to groom the sleigh-ride trails. I use a groomer or snowmobile to make sure that the trails are smooth and free of any obstacles, providing our guests with a safe and enjoyable ride. It's a crucial step in our operations [...]

A Horse-Story in the Making

kk@320ranch.com2020-12-18T19:41:00+00:00320 Guest Ranch Blog, 320 Guest Ranch History, 320 Ranch Sleigh Rides, Draft Horses, Percherons|

Being that it’s the season for sleigh rides at 320 Ranch, we thought we’d write up a little something about our Draft Horses. After all, without them, there would be no sleigh rides! So, credit must be given where credit is due. Lesser known than their Clydesdale cousins (most often referred to as the “Budweiser Horses”), our hearty horses are Percherons, a sub-breed of the Draft Horse family. This French breed is a rather mysterious one in terms of its origin. According to the International Museum of the Horse, the French kept scant records of this breed’s history. With the exception of [...]