Expeditions Guide/Wrangler

Expeditions Program (All Positions): The Expeditions program consists of Classic (guided) Expeditions and Self-Supported (unguided) Expeditions. The Expeditions program hosts groups of 4–6 guests for 5–7-night customized trips based at cabin locations beyond A Bar A headquarters.  

Expeditions include activities in backcountry terrain and guides must be comfortable navigating in remote landscapes on and off ranch property. Expedition Guides host guests at Expeditions lodging locations, including meal hosting and preparation; trip logistics (e.g., packing, restocking, transportation, etc.); upkeep of facilities and equipment; and care for horses used for Expeditions.

Expeditions Wrangler: Works as a member of the Expeditions Program team and A Bar A Wrangler team; reports to Expeditions Directors and Operations Manager during Expeditions (3 days/week), and the A Bar A Head Wrangler during days working with A Bar A Wrangler team (3 days/week). Expeditions Wrangler leads all Expeditions rides departing from A Bar A corral and Expedition locations. Expeditions Wrangler must have previous horseback riding experience and skills defined under the regular A Bar A Wrangler position requirements. A riding video is required.  (See Wrangler Job Description)

Expeditions Guides work a 6-day work week with an average of 11 hours/day. They must be able to lift/carry at least 40 pounds.