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| Pilgrim Ranch Retreat, LLC (A Guest Ranch)
An Outdoors Experience in the Kansas Flint Hills
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Near-by Attractions - will take you to Web-page. |
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There are some pictures of ranch scenes, interesting views, fishing, and nature; all photos are taken on the ranch property.
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Photo Album - will take you to Web-page. |
The Pilgrim family members, who own and operate the farm and cattle ranch, welcome visitors. We will strive to provide a rewarding stay.
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Cottage
Lodging:
2. Bunkhouse: (Click thumbnail to see the full-size picture, then use your Web browser's Back button to return to this page.)
Fee - $125.00 per day for the bunkhouse. Covers up to four persons (adults
and children 8 years and older). There is an additional $25.00 per day for each
additional adult and/or child over 8 years. Children under 8 years are free. If
fewer than four, the fee is $35.00 per day/night per person.
Lodging -
Meals - The Bunkhouse has a completely outfitted kitchen with dishes and utensils included so guests may prepare their meals. An outside grill is available. Food is not provided. But it is not necessary to bother with preparing meal while on vacation because many local restaurants are only 15 min away (see item 3. below).
Orchard grove adjacent to Bunkhouse has
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3. Other Meal Options:
Several public restaurant options are available within 5 to 12 miles (See Near-by Attractions web-page). These include the Grand Central Hotel, Emma Chase Cafe, Hitchin Post, Flint Hills Restaurant, and Pizza Hut. A leisurely lunch in Matfield Green, Cottonwood Falls, or Strong City provides an opportunity to take in the many craft shops, museums, historic buildings, and scenic drives.
4. Check-In: After 2:00 PM on arrival day.
Check-Out: Before 12:00 Noon on departure day.
If there are no arrivals pending, then check-out can be extended to later in the afternoon. Even if the bunkhouse must be vacated, ranch activities may continue past noon. The general idea is that there be a 24 hour stay for each day/night booking.
5.
Lodging accommodations are smoke free.
Alcohol beverages are restricted.
6. Extreme care to not cause grass or timber fire in the field is essential.
7.
Visitors shall read and sign a Rental Agreement, Release, and Acknowledgment of
Risk.
It is your choice to do-your-own-thing, or to have guided - nature trail-walks,
fishing, or join
in the daily ranch activities.
An orientation and description of the property will be given on the first day and on subsequent days as needed. The ranch is in two separate parcels that are not connected: 1) 2,640 acres at the home site and 2) 320 acres about six miles south. Each parcel has distinct characteristics and unique beauty of the Flint Hills prairie.
One cannot stay too long, but at least a minimum of two days stay is needed to experience some of the variety available.
Fishing: 2.5 miles of South Fork of the Cottonwood River and 3 ponds feature channel cat, flathead cat, bass, bluegill, and croppy. The South Fork is a clear water stream fed by prairie springs of the Flint Hills. Biologically managed fishing is practiced.
Hiking: Roam around 300 acres of woods, 600 acres of bottomland farm, and 2,100 acres of native pasture. Discover wildlife, plants, trees, springs, ponds, streams, rivers, and Native American Artifacts.
Horseback:
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Wildlife: Whitetail deer, antelope, bobcat, fox, coyote, beaver, raccoon, possum, skunk, otter, squirrel, rabbit, mole, eastern & rio turkey, prairie chickens, geese, ducks, great blue heron, quail, dove, owls, eagles, a wide variety of song and migratory birds & vultures, and others.
Nature: The Flint Hills is one of the last stands of the tallgrass prairie displaying a wide variety of native grasses and forbs. The riverbed and tributaries provide growth for giant oaks, walnuts, cottonwoods, sycamores, hackberries, locus, etc. Remarkably, contrasting dense woods against a backdrop of treeless prairie.
Scenic Views:
Orchard: Apples, pears, and cherries are plentiful in their seasons and are yours for the taking.
Farm and Ranch Participation:
The
option is available to observe and/or participate in the chore of the day.
Farming
- Crops grown are wheat, corn, soybeans, and alfalfa.
Ranching - Black Angus and other breeds of cattle graze the prairie pastures in the spring, summer, and fall.
Upkeep and maintenance are on going events.
Recommended clothing for hiking and water activities:
High top sinkers & long legged pants (jeans) provide protection and allow the greatest flexibility to getting around on foot. You can wade through ankle to knee depth water (rocky bottom) and continue over trails. You shoes and pants will dry out in no time. Light weight long sleeve shirt and wide brim hat offer protection from sun and insects.
Things guests may want to consider bringing:
Cameras - stills and video
Hiking boots/
Wader pants/boots
Long legged pants are imperative
Wide brim hat
Fishing
equipment
Outdoor
chairs and recliners
First-aid
kit, tick and insect repellant, hat
Mountain bikes for farm roads
Items available at the ranch:
Jeep Wrangler, 4X4, four persons.
Argo Avenger, 8X8, go anywhere on land and water, six persons.
Two canoes
Fishing boat with trolling motor
Life vests
Outdoor chairs
Fishing equipment and bait
4-wheel drive high-body pickup (used to forge river)
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You,
your family and/or friends have an opportunity to enjoy a secluded, remote and
private ranch as if it is your very own.