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WolfHorse Outfitters

WolfHorse Outfitters presents a Native historical and indigenous perspective of American western history, with a deep respect and appreciation of the sacred relationship between humans and nature. Whether it is a day ride, hiking tour, multi-day pack trip, adventure ride, or horseback lesson, WolfHorse Outfitters tailors a unique, personalized experience for each guest.

The founder of WolfHorse, Joe Saenz, is of Huichol and Tci-He-Nde (Red Paint People) ancestry. He provides extensive guiding experience in horseback and backpacking expeditions, including experience throughout the American and Canadian Rocky Mountains, Mexico’s Northern Sierra Madre, and Alaskan Brooks Range. He shares the wisdom of Apache teachings on all tours and trips. Learn more about Joe in New Mexico Magazine’s article,“Listening to the Land.”

Guide to the Gila

The Gila National Forest is located within the ancestral lands of the Chiricahua and Warm Springs Apache Nde and encompasses three wilderness areas: the Gila; the Aldo Leopold; and the Blue Range. At 3.3 million acres, the Gila National Forest offers one the continent’s most pristine and wild areas known today. Elevations range from desert at 4,500 feet, to alpine at 11,000 feet. The Gila River’s immense watershed system has created sprawling valleys, magnificent mesas, and deep canyons, with more than 1,400 miles of trails. The environment encompasses four of the planet’s six life zones, with hot springs, streams, and small mountain lakes.

Adventures for All

Hiking/Backpacking Group Tours

These full day 9:30am-2:30pm daytime backpacking and hiking tours include an experienced guide and educational escort who will take you through sacred wilderness canyons and valleys of wildflowers, streams, and forests of Aspens and evergreens. All group hiking/backpacking tours are customized to the interests and experience levels of the participants, the seasons, and the natural conditions. Groups range from 1 person to 10 (max).

Continental Divide Preparatory Trip

5-7 day experiential seminar includes 2-3 days of instructional guidance and 4-5 days of wilderness practicum, determined by the experience and skills of participants. Educator/Guide, Saddle Horse, Pack Horse, Riding Tack, and Meals are included. Each participant brings their own personal gear and sleeping bag. There is a 1-2 Person Limit and a 5-Day Minimum with 10-Day Maximum.

Horseback Day Rides

To optimize this intimate experience, all rides are customized to the interests and experience levels of the participants, the seasons, and the natural conditions. Rides include guide/wrangler, saddle horse, and riding equipment. Maximum of 4 people on each trip.

Full and half-day rides
3-day (minimum) wilderness adventure rides
Moonlight rides
Horseback riding lessons.

“Drag the Wolf Tail” Ride

Educational, immersive, outdoor skills journey. This is a multi-day ride with a 1-4 Person Limit and a 5-Day Minimum to a 10-Day Maximum. Guide, saddle horse, riding tack, and meals included. Each participant brings their own personal gear and sleeping bag.