The Ayers'ARMSTRONG WOODS
PACK STATION HORSEBACK ADVENTURES

Through the giant Redwoods and Coastal Mountain Wilderness
Of Armstrong Redwoods and Austin Creek State Parks.

ARMSTRONG WOODS PACK STATION is uniquely located on the edge of a scenic wilderness extending hundreds of square miles through nearly inaccessible state and private lands. Although we are close to the bustling Russian River resort community, wine country and ocean beaches, the rugged topography we ride through gives a sense of serene isolation found only in more remote areas of the West.

Five miles away the Russian River offers swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Guerneville is a charming town of shops to supply anything you need. A variety of activities, great restaurants, lodging and campgrounds can be found throughout the area. Most inns require a two-night minimum on weekends. Phone us evenings or email us for recommendations.

Women's Overnight Horseback Adventure

Explore giant redwoods and mountain wilderness,
riding gentle horses through Armstrong Redwoods,
and Austin Creek State Parks.


 

FULL DAY TRAIL RIDE with leasurely gourmet picnic on a ridgetop with spectacular vistas or with hammocks strung along a shady stream.  Instruction and well trained AQHA horses for beginner to advanced riders. 9:30 am to 5 pm. Riding time: 3.5 to 4.5 hours. 10 riders maximum. Comfortable Private Camp with hot shower, communal teepee, smaller range teepees for couples, or bring your own tent or 4x4 camper. Women only. Delicious vegan or chicken barbeque dinner, campfire camaraderie, and hearty morning brunch. Non-riders joining us after 5 p.m. Overnight with only shorter trail ride next afternoon Other Options  Camp massage Another trail ride next afternoon Fees vary Dates to be decided by participants, or check the Calendar.  Most weekends available  (Private weekday alternatives)   Your hosts: Laura Ayers (right), guide and naturalist. Outfitter and owner since 1983. Carole Brock, wrangler and local business manager. Laura Ayers also hosts Trail Rides, Overnight Rides, Pack Trips, Naturalist on Horseback Rides and Horse Owners Options. For prices and more information on these packages visit ARMSTRONG WOODS PACK STATION or email Laura. Directions: From San Francisco (1-3/4 hours): Hwy 101 to north Santa Rosa. Exit River Road to Guerneville. At the second stop light in Guerneville, turn right to Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve. Stable is one mile into State Park. Follow "Horses for Hire" signs (left fork), turn into dirt road by Armstrong Tree. (With reservations, drive 1/2 mile past "Authorized Vehicles Only" off-season sign.) Park charges $5 per car day-use fee. You can park free at entrance lot and walk the mile. Mention Whispers and save 10% ARMSTRONG WOODS  PACK STATION  Jonathan & Laura Ayers  guides/outfitters/ owners - Since 1983  Box 287, Guerneville, CA 95446  (707) 887-2939 jayers@metro.net All rides reserved by phone conversation only. © 1997 Armstrong Woods Pack Station