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What our 2010 customers are saying:

Hi Dave!

I just got back from the mustang trip you put together just for us
Pierce College kids. Thanks for doing that for us! I do have a
comment. There was something wrong with the guides. They were way too
nice! Duncan, K.C., Matt and Lori were the best team we have had in
any of the 3 trips we've taken with you, by far. They worked so hard
to make sure everything was perfect and just how we wanted it to be,
getting us all mounted up, tying up our horses for us and even busing
our dishes for us at dinner, all with a friendly smile and positive
attitude. Lori's food was exceptional and the best we've had on any
trip of this type. The weather was perfect and we could not have had
better mustang sightings, and having your "A" team there to take care
of us was icing on the cake. We will definitely be requesting the 4 of
them to be our guides again when we come back every year!!!
Thanks again!

Julia, from The Boots and Saddles Mustang Trip
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Hi Dave,

Faith and I made it to the cabin safely, despite not having a cell phone, HA!

I went onto your Facebook site and wrote a review. I also sent a friend request to you. Love the picture of you on Cactus. Thank you again for everything. That was by far the best vacation I have ever been on. Beats out Hawaii, Mexico, Bahamas, Australia (sorry Jules) any of them. You all were a pleasure to be around and made Faith and I feel so welcome and most of all safe so thank you! I can't wait to go again!!!
--Lori
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Dave,
Forgot to tell you. Thought the food this year was exceptional. It's
always good, but this year was a standout. I told the crew. Wanted
to let you know.

Hope to see you next year.

Thomas

Come get away from it all and explore the magnificent Yosemite National Park and Ansel Adams / Minaret Wilderness with us. A perfect vacation awaits you in an uncrowded mountain area with clear blue skies, sparkling streams, and lakes teaming with trout. Discover the endless adventure of a wilderness back country trip, free of stress, in a comfortable atmosphere that lets you truly relax.

Let us take you to some of nature's finest vacation spots in the Sierra, whether you want to hike or go by horseback, fish or lay in the sun, we will provide you with a first-class experience you are sure never to forget. Kent and Dave Dohnel have 35 years of accumulated packing experience in the Sierra. Our staff of women and men wranglers, cooks and assistants are some of the most experienced and personable that you will meet at any packing operation.

The Dohnel brothers personally attend to the details of safety and hospitality that can make the difference between a mediocre trip and one that will be remembered for a long time. All trips are full service, designed to fit your personal needs and interests. A full camp is set up each evening with latrines and tents and a back country kitchen for good old fashioned cooking. We match you up with gentle, well mannered horses suited to your riding ability, beginner or expert.

Get started by browsing our calendar to find a trip that fits your schedule then visit our reservations page .

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July ........................ Pack Trips Begin!

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