Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Out on the trail . . .

Last week a group of intrepid guests headed out north into the Sierras Chicas for a mini-trail ride, ably led by Kevin and, of course, Little Joe. Basing themselves at the infamous homestead of Chiche & Menta’s, the trail involved a days ‘exploratory’ ride, with Chiche leading the willing victims . . .er, I mean guests . . .on a magical mystery tour of the surrounding countryside. I think it would be fair to say that the day was perhaps a little more ‘exploratory’ than originally envisaged, and eventually Kevin had to hand over to Little Joe to make sure that our intrepid explorers got back to camp in one piece and before Easter!! All credit as always to our wonderful sure-footed horses, who took the rather dramatic rocky ascents and descents in their stride as though it was just another day at the office . . .

I’ll let the pictures do the talking . . .

It all started out quite civilised . . .

. . .with time to enjoy the scenery and even take a little dip . . .

. . .and then Chiche started to look a little less convincing . . .

. . .but on the demolition and re-building of the third or fourth historic Jesuit stone wall, Little Joe took over and delivered everyone safely home . . .

. . .much to Kevin’s obvious relief!

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Saturday, October 27, 2007

Any ideas what the girls are up to?!!

Ann and Annie are taking part in the traditional gaucho game of ‘Sortija’, in which they have to pass a small stick through an even smaller ring . . .whilst galloping!

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Friday, September 28, 2007

Our round corral is ready!

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Friday, August 31, 2007

Morning coffee break

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Wednesday, August 22, 2007

The Bluffers Guide to ‘Pato’

1. Take one ‘pato’ or duck . . .

2. Find a great horse to ride . . .

3. Then add a few more at speed . . .

4. Mix in a bit of Argy-bargy . . .

5. Always keep your eye on the ball . . .

6. It is all about scoring goals . . .

7. And always remember to keep at least one toe in the stirrups!

 

Pato - coming to an estancia near you soon! 

 

 

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