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Easy riders will find one and two hour trail rides right in Canmore’s backyard. Cross Zee Ranch offers guided, scenic walk-rides on the bench paths along the north side of Highway 1 next to Canmore. You must be at least 7 years old and under 250 pounds to participate. Mosey over for a different view of the valley. This is a relaxing way to see the wildflowers and other forest flora. Calypso lilies bloom in the spring and wood lilies are plentiful in late July. www.canadianrockies.net/crosszeeranch

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Kananaskis Country’s Boundary Ranch offers great views, horses and guides. Recreational riders can raft and ride, enjoying a steak barbecue lunch at the ranch for a full day’s guided outing. Ask for the Surf ‘n Saddle package. www.boundaryranch.com

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Backcountry Horseback: Boundary’s backcountry pack trips from three to six days are a peak experience. Enjoy campfire camaraderie, “roughing it” at wilderness base camps with a foamy under your bedroll and gourmet-style cowboy grub at the cookhouse dining table. You can expect to see wildlife in their natural habitat and exhilarating vistas. Hiking and fishing in secluded areas are an added diversion. www.boundaryranch.com