Packing List for

The Lodge at Thanksgiving Ranch

Situated near the Rocky Mountains, the weather can be unpredictable, so it's always best to be prepared for all types of conditions, no matter the time of year. We recommend bringing layers to ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

At the Ranch, our style is casual and 'western'—we’re usually in boots, jeans, and rugged apparel since we’re on horseback and outdoors most of the time. You likely won’t need anything extra, but if you do, we have a few essentials available in our Mercantile, like fleece jackets and hats. Feel free to bring your cowboy/cowgirl boots and hats—they’ll fit right in! But don’t worry if you don’t have them; you’ll still feel right at home.

GENERAL ITEMS

  • Lightweight/breathable jeans

  • Lightweight/breathable shirts

  • Rain jacket/rain gear

  • Wind/waterproof jacket

  • Fleece jacket

  • Slippers or house shoes you’d wear inside at home)

  • Hat & gloves 

  • Sun protective hat (ball cap)

  • Swimsuit

  • Camera

  • Phone/camera chargers

  • Sunscreen

  • Insect repellent

  • Lip balm with sunscreen

  • Sunglasses

  • Pajamas/robe

  • Books/reading material (there is wi-fi available in the Lodge but it’s a great place to unplug)

 FOR HORSEBACK RIDING EXPERIENCES

  • Riding boots or boot/shoe with a 1" heel and, preferably, with a smooth sole

HIKING

  • Hiking boots/shoes

  • Daypack/backpack

  • Flashlight or headlamp

  • Binoculars

  • Backpack

  • Reusable water bottle

WINTER

  • Downhill/cross-country ski equipment

  • Winter ski clothing

  • Ski wax

  • Snowshoes

  • Winter boots/footwear

    FISHING

  • Lightweight shirts (avoid cotton)

  • Synthetic base layer for under wader 

MOUNTAIN BIKING

  • Helmet

  • Padded shorts

  • Cycling shoes

PERSONAL ITEMS (remember these everyday items ..)

  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

  • Razor

  • Shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and other toiletries

  • Any medication/prescriptions

  • A personal first aid kit with bandaids and other essentials

  • A memory card and extra batteries for your camera so that you can take as many pictures as possible

  • Stain remover pens for the clothes you love

  • A laundry bag (we don’t have guest laundry facilities at the Ranch)

NOTE

  • You may bring your own beer, wine, or liquor - we don’t carry a liquor license, so bring what you’d like, or let us know your preferences in advance so we can provide

  • If you are heading out on a trail ride, we have excellent quality tack that is comfortable for our guests to ride in and also fits our horses

Have more questions?

Call or email us at info@thanksgivingranch.ca, 1 (403) 627-1961 or 1 (866) 966-7484 or fill in the form below.