History
The Cariboo Chilcotin region of British Columbia has thousands of years of Native American history. After early European exploration, British Columbia was settled by ranchers that established holdings large and small, fur traders and miners that came for the various gold rushes. They settled and shared the wildlife bounty of the mountainous province, the blue lakes, dusty blue glacier fed streams and rivers with the remnants of the original inhabitants. Some aspects of this history may be explored during the time enjoyed taking an ESL course by visits to museums and historic mines.
Originally from the Cariboo-Chilcotin region, Kevan Bracewell is a third generation guide outfitter.
Cattle rancher and wilderness tourism operator, Kevan has extensive experience in all aspects of logging and forest management, sawmill operations, staff training, and most government regulations related to resource-based industries.
Kevan developed his pioneer ranch family’s business into a four-season wilderness tourism operation in the 1980s, while building a 10,000 square foot all-log lodge from logs harvested and milled onsite.
A Special Horse
Not just any horse can take our guides and guests safely and reliably through the mountains. Our horses are sure-footed Mountain Cayuse horses from the Cariboo-Chilcotin where the wild herds still roam. The Chilcotin Mountain Cayuse is not a thoroughbred, but a mixture of breeds that have developed over many generations. They have stamina and toughness, lots of energy, intelligence and a good disposition. They are patient and gentle with small children, yet spirited enough for riding mountain trails. These horses are the descendants of those that the early pioneers used.
