from $1,550* per person	7 Days	May-October
Comfort accommodations	1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Operator: The Dude Ranchers' Association	Comfortably sleeps 12

The Bucking S is a traditional working cattle & guest ranch and we enjoy sharing our home and ranch life with our guests. We are located in south central Wyoming. Our 10,000 acre ranch is tucked away in a beautiful valley surrounded by the Seminoe, Shirley and Pedro mountains at an altitude of 6,800 to over 8,000 feet. We provide summer pasture for about 300 to 400 head of cattle from mid-May through mid-October. During that time we also open our doors to guests from all over the country and around the world. In order to provide you with a unique and personal ranch vacation we limit our guest numbers to a maximum of twelve guests per week. Our ranch week goes from Sunday through Sunday with riding activities from Monday through Saturday.

Our small guest numbers allow us to customize our horseback rides and other ranch related activities to your expectations and level of experience. Most every week you have the opportunity to experience a good mix of scenic pleasure rides and working cattle.

We start our week with an orientation and riding lessons on Monday to make even beginners most comfortable in the saddle. On Tuesday we offer two half day rides to give everybody the opportunity to break into the saddle and get to know their horse. Every guest gets two horses assigned for the week. Wednesday through Saturday you can expect 3 to 4 days of cattle work. Since we not only rotate our own cattle from pasture to pasture but also help three neighboring ranches, we stay busy every given week of the season.

The rides go cross country and there is no nose-to-tail riding. Our wranglers will be happy to provide additional riding instructions and you can always rely on their help and hints during all of our rides. You will enjoy the stunning views, the vast uninhabited open spaces around us and the absolute absence of any signs or noise of modern day life. You can get involved in the ranch and cattle work as much or little as you like.

Our ranch is located close to the North Platte River as well as three lakes, the Alcova, Pathfinder, and Seminoe Reservoirs, that offer excellent opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating during the summer. On your own time there are endless opportunities for hiking and wildlife watching or you can practice your trap shooting.

If you just like to kick-back and enjoy the ranch atmosphere, you find plenty of cozy and comfortable places to wind down. Enjoy the afternoon reading a good book on your front porch, relax in the hot tub after a long day in the saddle, shoot some pool or settle in front of the wood stove and share your day's adventure with fellow guests. Yard and table games are available at all times for play time. The main ranch house, a beautiful log home, is open to our guests for family style dining, entertaining and relaxation. The atmosphere is casual and you can enjoy the advantages of a small group setting. Very cozy and comfortable western style log cabins with private bath and wholesome, home style food are awaiting you.

Meanwhile, if you have any other questions about our ranch or like to make a reservation, please feel free to contact us at any time. We will be more than happy to answer any questions you might have or email you a detailed statement and our reservation form.

If you are looking for beautiful western scenery, sound ranch horses, abundant wildlife and a real working cattle ranch combined with well appointed western accommodations with your comfort in mind, this is the place for you. We look forward to the opportunity to provide you with a unique and fun filled ranch vacation and outdoor adventure!