Advanced Horse Guide Course, Canada

Are you ready to take your horse guiding skills to the next level?

After successfully completing the one to two-week horse guide training course or a similar program where you acquired basic knowledge about horses and the wilderness, the next step awaits you!

In the Advanced Wilderness Horse Guide Course, you will deepen your knowledge and expand your skills in handling horses in nature. You will learn more about guiding guests through remote landscapes, living and navigating in the wilderness. This way, you will become more confident in exploring the Canadian outdoors!

Topics and activities of the Advanced Horse Guide Course

Throughout the course, you will gain essential skills in horse husbandry and care. A few days later, you will embark on a multi-day adventure into the wilderness, riding through forests, flower meadows, valleys, and impressive mountain landscapes.

The focus of your advanced training will be on horse management, wildlife identification and tracking, plant species identification and practical uses, wilderness survival skills, navigation, safety training, and planning and leading complex wilderness trips.

After completing the course, you will possess the knowledge and experience necessary to serve as a second guide on wildlife tours, camping trips, and other outdoor guest tours, working your way up to becoming a lead guide.

Start your wilderness horse guide training!

Arrival and orientation in North America

First, you need to book a flight to Vancouver International Airport. After your arrival, you will spend the following night in a local hotel or hostel.

The next morning, an express shuttle will take you from Vancouver to your base station: a Western ranch a few hours north of Vancouver, nestled in the untouched wilderness of southwest British Columbia.

After lunch at the ranch, you will be introduced to outdoor and adventure tourism, and you will receive your horse—your companion for the upcoming days.

Accommodation and board

During the course, you will stay on a horse and guest ranch surrounded by the wild nature of southwest British Columbia. You will sleep in tents on the ranch grounds and receive three meals each day.

After a few days, you will depart for the wilderness, sleeping in various wilderness camps that may include large canvas tents or rustic mountain huts. You and your group will carry all necessary food items and prepare them either in one of the camps or on the way.

Leisure time as a horseback guide student

As the focus of this course is on your advanced horseback guide training, leisure time is relatively limited.

However, you can typically use the evening hours for personal activities: there is a ranch library available, and you can relax in the garden's deck chairs.

Train to become a lead horseback guide!

The Region of British Columbia

This course not only allows you to deepen your knowledge but also gives you the opportunity to experience the stunning landscapes of Canada.

From dense forests to blooming meadows and majestic mountains, the surroundings you explore are breathtaking. Each day brings new adventures and unforgettable impressions of this unique wilderness.

For more information on this once-in-a-lifetime experience, visit here.