THE ULTIMATE HORSE COURSE - Permanent Backcountry Horsemanship Trail Course

Thanks so much for your interest in our Ultimate Horse Course and Competitive Trail Riding.  Due to a scheduling conflict, increased insurance rates, and lack of profitability, we are canceling permanently the May 29th Competitive Trail Challenge and the May 30th Open House. 

We sincerely hope you will find using the Course, as designed, helpful and fun for trail horsemanship.  Our Ultimate Horse Course will be open for use beginning June 11th every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday by reservation for $35 per person. 

We are sorry if this has caused any inconvenience.

 



2010 - UHC OPENS FOR REGULAR WEEKEND USE STARTING JUNE11th

$35 per rider for daily Course use. Please call at least 24 hours ahead to let us know you're coming and for information and Course conditions. Stay tuned to our blog for latest news and details.
We also offer lessons by appointment ($70).

The Course is located 14 miles from the services of Three Forks. Be sure to arrive with plenty of fuel.
There is no cell reception at the ranch, but the ranch telephone can be used 406 285-3541.

You might want:

1.) Fly spray for you and your horse.
2.) Snacks/Lunch and drinks for breaks.
3.) Feed and water buckets if you plan to stay awhile.
We Accept:
There is running water on the Course, and hydrants, hoses, and a wash rack at the corrals. Pens and hitch
rails are available, as well as cabins or camping. There is an outhouse at the Course entrance and bathroom in the office.

When you arrive, park and check in at the office before unloading. You will sign a risk acknowledgment form and pay the Course fee of $35 per rider. Tie your horses to your trailer in the parking lot and use it as your “base”. You may
use the covered deck at the office for breaks or the shady picnic area on the Course.

The Course is designed as a backcountry Western trail riding challenge course. Expect to encounter downtimber, branches, trees, brambles, deep water, mud, weather (sun, heat, wind, rain), and possibly rattlesnakes. Appropriate clothing and tack should include a long sleeved shirt, hat to keep the sun off your face, and a saddle with a horn (if you plan to utilize the dragging portion, a rope is provided). We recommend riding with a halter on, or have the ability to tie your horse away from your trailer. The footing is soft and can be wet/muddy, so unshod horses are okay. We do not recommend using boots because of the thick mud.

Well behaved dogs are welcome if they stay with you at all times and do not fight with other dogs. You, your horses, and your dogs WILL come into contact with others. You assume and understand the risks of these encounters. (This could include contagious diseases, unspayed/neutered dogs, and misbehaving animals or people.) So far, everyone has been respectful and cooperative and this has been a really nice group of people and animals enjoying the Course. We do not see the need to regulate common sense.
Montana Horses, Inc.

Kail Mantle and Renee Daniels-Mantle
9700 Clarkston Road Three Forks, MT 59752
(406)285-3541 or (888) 685-3697-toll free (406) 581-6501-cell (406)285-0918-fax
From outside the US, dial 001 406 285 3541

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