Highlights from the Okavango Delta
Posted on: Tuesday, December 15th, 2015
Flying in on a helicopter it’s easy to see where the Okavango Delta begins, a startling oasis of green surrounded by stark desert. As we entered the delta from Maun, the pilot pointed out the “buffalo fence” designed to... Read more
Discover Cornwall: The Gateway to Bodmin Moor
Posted on: Friday, May 22nd, 2015
Riding the moors of England Monday’s trail along the wooded valleys of the Camel Trail to Hellandbridge and beyond was simply magical. Clouds were still rolling in and out but the secluded valley and the tree-lined trail offered shelter... Read more
Horses, Dunes and Nomads in Morocco, 2015
Posted on: Thursday, April 23rd, 2015
Following Mel and Bayard Fox’s ride in Morocco in March, they put together the following photo... Read more
Glacier Estancia Ride 2015
Posted on: Monday, March 2nd, 2015
Please enjoy the below photo slideshow created by Mel Fox following her Glacier Estancia ride in... Read more
Living The Dream
Posted on: Tuesday, February 17th, 2015
Bayard Fox, founder of Equitours and Bitterroot Ranch, was featured in Hurlingham Polo From my ranch in Wyoming I can see a range of mountains, towering more than 13,000 feet into the sky. No other human dwelling in sight.... Read more
A History of Horseback Riding and Man’s Relationship with Equines
Posted on: Wednesday, February 4th, 2015
Horseback Riding History Has Multiple Aspects There are countless facets to the complex relationship between men and horses which has been so crucial to both species. We summarize some of the most important below with links to more detailed... Read more
Riding through Portugal
Posted on: Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014
Sampling Lusitano horseback riding My week in experiencing riding vacations in Portugal was split between our host south of Lisbon and the other farther north. It began at the international airport in Lisbon as our group all found each... Read more
A Glimpse of Sardinia
Posted on: Tuesday, November 18th, 2014
Riding and Exploring during this unique riding vacation in Italy I was struck by the charm of the inn the moment I stepped from the car near Abbessanta, Sardinia. Granted, my lack of Italian might have made it easier... Read more
Exploring Iceland on Horseback
Posted on: Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014
Not for the faint of heart Icelandic legend spins the tragic, true tale of falsely accused folk hero Fjalla-Eyvindur and his wife Halla. Exiled in the inhospitable highlands with little food and no shelter, their children died in infancy... Read more
Adventurous Horseback Riding in Oregon
Posted on: Monday, July 21st, 2014
Oregon’s Forests, Beaches and Vineyards The hosts and guides of the Willamette Coast ride come from a strong riding and outfitting background. The husband and wife team of Justin and Lindley Leahy oversee all aspects of this adventurous trip,... Read more
A Celebratory Ride in France
Posted on: Monday, July 14th, 2014
Castles, Caves, Vineyards, Forests, Medieval Villages and Foie Gras Since we started Equitours some 35 years ago I have had the wonderful good fortune to do over a hundred rides around the world. My latest ride, the Castles and... Read more
Trading Winter for a Spring Jungle Ride
Posted on: Tuesday, May 27th, 2014
What better way to spend spring break than on a jungle ride in Belize with family? Leaving the long, bitter Wyoming winter behind, I happily embarked on the Mayan Jungle and Tikal Ride with my daughter, son and ... Read more