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From the comfort of your cozy cabin at the Double E Ranch, tucked away in the corner of southwestern New Mexico, you will be presented with an exclusive opportunity to experience  a virtual ecological paradise for those seeking absolute solitude and escape from modern society's busy, stress-filled lifestyle.

Consisting of several  relaxing loop journeys, travel  back in time  through 30 million years on land  that eventually became one of the early pioneer ranches established near the end of the Apache Wars in 1886.   You will have an exclusive opportunity to explore areas accessible by invitation only, isolated and remote.  This area is now known as the Double E Ranch.  You will begin your journey each morning from Ranch Headquarters and return each evening to the comfort of your cozy, rustic cabin and a hearty home cooked meal.

Meals are served in the dining room at Headquarters, family style. While it's not  possible for us to accommodate extreme Vegetarian Diets, pasta, eggs, chicken, rice and bean dishes will always be on the menu, regularly.  We won't let anyone gohungry!  However, please be responsible about your dietary needs.  Be sure you let Ranch Staff know of any dietary concerns or allergies on your arrival  in order to avoid miscommunication and problems.  Thanks!

The horses at Double E Ranch are quite, willing, safe, gentle. Most of our horses have grown up in this country, are athletic, conditioned, know their way around and will take care of you. All tack is western style. Horses are trained to be ridden on a lose rein and to 'neck rein'. The riding style is relaxed, providing plenty of opportunities to take in the scenery, stop for photos, hike or have a picnic lunch.

Weather and Climate:  Four gentle seasons best describe the climatic conditions in the Gila National Forest,  Gila Wilderness and  Double E Ranch areas.  The latitude, as well as the  5,000 - 7,000 foot elevation  permits maximum enjoyment of the region during any season.  Whether winter or summer, daytime temperatures are generally pleasant for hiking or horseback riding, and range from the high 90's in the warmest summer  months to mid-40's in winter.  The area enjoys an average of 345 days of glorious sunshine and clear blue skies annually. For additional information on the area, check out the Silver City Website.

Each day, you'll travel in a new direction. The views will be staggering in their expanse, wildlife is abundant. Bring your questions and a camera! Not much has changed in millions of years. If you listen, you'll hear your heart beat.

In the afternoon, you'll return to headquarters ready to unsaddle feeling tired but relaxed. Head back to your cabin. Grab a rocking chair, put your feet up and serve yourself your favorite beverage while waiting for dinner. Tomorrow will be another new horseback adventure.

After the evening meal is finished, you'll head back to your cabin for another trip to your favorite chair. Spend a little while enjoying the onset of evening, watch the mountains turn from golden to orange as the sun begins to set. They say that New Mexico has the very best air for gazing at the stars. Pull out your atronomers' guide, find the Milkey Way or Caseiopia. It's truly an amazing site.

You'll sleep well, tonight.