• Getting started is simple. Reserve your spot on your desired trip by paying a deposit through our trips page. We’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • We blend practical expertise, sure footed stock, reliable gear, and thoughtful service to make outdoor time safer, more comfortable, and more immersive. 

    Our pack trips are thoughtfully designed for small groups of up to six people. Each itinerary is built around your needs, preferences, and pace. Ideal for families, friends, or small teams seeking an intimate, curated travel experience with the freedom to make it truly your own.

  • CLOTHING

    • Sleeping bag – rated to at least 20 degrees, wt. 3-5 pounds

    • Sleeping pad: self-inflating sleeping pads are best

    Temperatures generally range between 85 degrees during the day to 20 degrees at night. As you pack think about layering your clothing.

    • Riding boots with a 1 inch heel, such as the newer riding boots or traditional cowboy boots, please avoid vibram type soles for riding boots as these have a tendency to stick in the stirrups making it harder to dismount.

    • I suggest and prefer a pair of smooth soled shoes for camp to decrease impacts on the ground as you walk around camp. Rough soled shoes have a tendency to dig into the ground causing larger impacts on the wilderness.

    CLOTHING SUGGESTIONS

    • Broad brimmed hat; helps to keep you cool in the sun

    • Cotton &/or Wool Socks

    • Underwear

    • Warm Sleeping Clothes (long underwear works well)

    • Warm Jacket, Wool Sweater or a Down Vest for the cooler evenings

    • Rain Gear, should be durable and lightweight (this gear will be kept with you at all times and tied on the back of your saddle, the weight of this gear is not counted in the 30 pound weight limit).

    • Shirts – a variety of long sleeve, short sleeve and/or sleeveless.

    We suggest riding in a lightweight long sleeved shirt to decrease sunburn and also for protection against scrapes and scratches from the brush and trees.

    • Jeans or other durable pants – total of 2 – wear a pair, pack a pair.

    • Shorts – are nice to wear in camp, 1 pair should be sufficient.

    • Optional: Soft Leather Gloves for riding

    • Optional: Swim Suit, for either cooling off in a creek after a day’s ride or taking a shower.

    • Optional: A Neckerchief.

    • Optional: The nights can be very cool, some folks find light weight gloves and a stocking hat to sleep in are helpful to keep warm.

    PERSONAL ITEM SUGGESTIONS

    • A Bath smallish Towel and Washcloth

    • Water Bottle

    • Sunscreen

    • Sun Glasses

    • Toothbrush & Paste

    • Skin lotion

    • Lip Balm with SPF

    • Camera

    • Prescription Medicines

    • Environmentally Safe/Biodegradable Shampoo

    • Environmentally Safe Soap, i.e. Castile

    • Insect Repellent

    • Hair Brush/Comb

    • Head Lamp or Flashlight

    • Extra Batteries

    Bring unscented items when possible, sweet scents and smells attract bugs and bears.

    PACKING SUGGESTIONS

    Be sure to pack your belongings in a durable duffle bag – 25 pounds per person.

    • The best way to pack your gear is to use - TwoMedium sized duffle bags, one for your clothing and personal gear. Pack clothing in small plastic bags to keep them separated and double your protection in case of moisture. A Second duffle bag could be used to hold your sleeping bag and pad Or leave these items loose. Whether in a duffle or loose your sleeping bag should be packed in a plastic bag to reduce the chance of it absorbing moisture. It is also better to pack in smaller duffels than using one large one. This allows more flexibility when I am matching the weight for the loads.

    • Items that should be with you while riding are, but not limited to; a water bottle, sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses, Kleenex, camera, and gloves. When not being worn rain gear and/or a jacket will be tied to the back of your saddle for added convenience and accessible if needed for inclement weather. The weight of these items that are with you as you ride, do not count against the 25 pound weight limit, however, I will monitor how much gear you are putting on your horse to keep with you as to not over load the animal.

    If you need to put on your rain gear while we are riding DO NOT untie it and put it on while riding. Please let us know and we will stop, dismount prior to putting it on or taking it off.

    • Snacks are provided so please limit the amount of personal snacks you bring. Your snacks will need to be brought to the kitchen every evening to be placed in a bear resistant container and out of your tent.

    • Pack your toiletries in a separate bag to be stored out of your tent in a bear resistant container overnight.

    • Bring any small items not included on this list as you might desire, just be conscious of the weight they might add and also think about, “do I really need this?”

  • HEART W OUTFITTERS REFUND POLICY

    Payments are non-refundable. Failure to make timely payments will result in forfeiture of monies paid and the reservation will be cancelled without notice to said client. We will not refund any monies or re-book you on a future trip if requested for the following reasons:

    • Cancellation by the client for any reason.

    • Changes in camp location due to weather, water, drought, fire or any consequences of natural process.

    • Changes in trip dates made by policy or order of the U.S. Forest Service, Governor, and other ranking authority.

    • Price increases for airfare, insurance, equipment, etc.

    • Our rider’s weight limit is 250 pounds. In order not to overwork our beloved horses.

  • To protect your investment, we suggest that you buy an Adventure Travel Insurance Policy.  To view policy travel insurance coverage, click here.  These policies are available to cover initial, secondary, and final payments, airfare, medical etc. In case something unexpected occurs to you, pandemic outbreaks, and civil insurrection or terror threats. Insurance is highly recommended for trips.

    ANOTHER TRIP INSURANCE OPTION IS TRAVELGUARD