Magee Homestead is proud to host Jack Galante as we sample a wide range of wine paired with unique foods organically grown and raised at Brush Creek Ranch.

Culinary Experience | Galante Vineyards | Brush Creek Ranch

Jack Galante

Magee Homestead’s elegant and intimate backdrop creates indelible memories that stay with our guests long after they leave. We are excited to host Jack Galante and learn from his expertise while enjoying the wide range of flavorful wines for which he is known.

FLAVORFUL WINE

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Placing an emphasis on organic and responsibly sourced ingredients, Chef de Cuisine AJ Buchanio leads our culinary team at Magee Homestead. His team created an entirely new menu for the 2018 season, using only the freshest Ranch raised Wagyu beef and yield from our on-site greenhouse, and will be doing so again for the 2019 season.

MEET CHEF AJ

of Carmel Valley

Jack Galante of Galante Vineyards joins us at Magee Homestead to explore some of his most prized wines. Working alongside Chef AJ Buchanio, this is a culinary experience not to be missed. July 11-13, 2019.


Galante Vineyards

“Within you I lose myself, without you I find myself wanting to be lost again.”
The unknown poet who crafted these words could have been speaking to Falcon Peak Overlook. An inspiring, 1,000 sq. ft. cliff-hugging platform, the Overlook offers a spacious mountaintop experience like no other. Unleash your practice as you contemplate limitless views of the Sierra Madre Mountains and North Platte Valley. Unravel your deepest tensions and discover new depths in the company of kindred spirits who, like you, want to not just live, but live well.



Falcon Peak Overlook

Ground your practice through a wilderness hike to our traditional Yurts inspired by yoga’s Eastern roots. This secluded, 700-ft. circular tent, is built to promote centering, wellness, and spiritual growth.


Yurt Yoga

Expansive. Limitless. Gorgeous. Some landscapes simply call to your practice. The Ranch’s wilderness  affords valuable time for reflection on hikes to and from our main grounds. This singular experience will leave you feeling deeply connected with the land, and with yourself.


Yoga Hikes

Perfect your craft with our expert yogis in destinations that will truly allow you to connect with the land.

Dude Ranch Yoga Fitness | Lodge & Spa At Brush Creek

Join the Magee Homestead team as we spend the weekend with acclaimed winemaker Alex Gambal, enjoying unforgettable food and wine.

Wine & Culinary Weekend | Saratoga, Wyoming | Brush Creek Ranch

Alex Gambal

Friday night will include a 4 course wine pairing dinner executed by Chef AJ and his team. This dinner will feature courses paired with Alex’s wines, such as a 2013 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, a 2013 Vougeot Clos du Village, and a 2013 Chassagne-Montrachet.

EXQUISITE DINING

Saturday will be filled with French cuisine and a tutored wine seminar by Alex. He’ll also bring an old White Burgundy from his personal cellar to share with all guests in attendance.

EDUCATIONAL WINE SEMINAR

at Magee Homestead

Join us at Magee Homestead as we welcome winemaker Alex Gambal. The event begins Thursday with a welcome dinner, introducing delectable meals served by our very own Chef AJ Buchanio and incredible wines from Alex Gambal. This memorable, culinary weekend runs from August 15-17, 2019.


Jesse Katz, founder of Devil Proof Vineyards, joins Magee Homestead for a weekend of wine tasting, great food and a photography seminar from Andy Katz.

Personalized Wine Experience | Katz Winery | Brush Creek Ranch

Andy Katz’s love of photography takes him around the globe. From the deserts of Namibia to the disappearing Jewish World of Eastern Europe to the rolling hills of the California wine country, his subjects range as broadly as his travels and adventures.

Each journey for Andy is a new exploration of images. He discovered his passion for photography at a young age and is now a Sony Artisan of Imagery, one of only seven photographers representing Sony’s new cameras.

[More on Andy Katz](https://andykatzphotography.com/about-andy/)

MEET ANDY KATZ

Early adventures to legendary vineyards and wineries around the world with his father, photographer Andy Katz, gave Colorado-native Jesse a profound respect for the creative art of winemaking. His experience spans 15 harvests and includes experience working at Pétrus, Screaming Eagle, and Viña Cobos and Bodega Noemia in Argentina.

Today, Jesse’s craft centers on selecting unique cooler sites in California, then pairing diverse farming and precise winemaking techniques to extract the deepest expression of each vineyard.

[More on Jesse Katz](https://www.devilproofvineyards.com/pages/winemaker.html)

MEET JESSE KATZ

and Photography

This special weekend event features a personalized wine experience with winemaker of the year Jesse Katz, founder of [Aperture Cellars](https://aperture-cellars.com/) and [Devil Proof Vineyards](https://www.devilproofvineyards.com/) in Sonoma County. Jesse is known for his Bordeaux-style, terroir-driven wines. Jesse’s Devil Proof Malbec from California is the highest rated Malbec ever in California from both Robert Parker, Jr. and Wine Spectator, and was named “Cult Winery” of the year.  Guests will be guided through custom wine blending seminars, expand their wine knowledge through a journey that mirrors Jesse’s career of new and old world wines, and enjoy thoughtfully crafted wine pairing dinners. Guests will also join Jesse in helping craft a Magee Homestead custom blend. Joining Jesse Katz will be professional photographer Andy Katz, who will lead a behind the scenes sunset photography seminar, culminating in a winning photograph to be utilized as the wine label on Magee Homestead’s one-of-a-kind wine. Join us from July 25-27, 2019.


Aperture and Devil Proof

Spanning forever-long across the Western Frontier lies Medicine Bow National Forest, an area steeped in legend. As the story goes, tribes sought after coveted Mountain Mahogany to constructing their bows and as a medicinal ingredient during annual, ceremonial powwows. When settlers appeared on the scene and began interacting with the tribes, a hybrid speech developed among them. The tribe’s activities in the forest became known as “making-medicine”  and “making-bow”, resulting in the area being called Medicine Bow by locals.

Guests are driven to a trailhead where they can run, throttle along on an ATV, or simply enjoy a picnic lunch. For ambitious hikers, the two most popular hiking options are the Peak Hike and Lakes Trail, but, no matter which of these you choose, they can be tackled with or without guides.



Explore the western frontier as you hike, bike or ride ATVs from the ranch in to Medicine Bow National Forest where you will find endless land to explore.

Medicine Bow National Forest Adventure | Brush Creek Ranch

Our network of trails throughout Brush Creek are ideal for gentle family hiking, biking, snowshoe and cross country skiing, as well as horseback riding and snowmobiling.

Brush Creek Trails

Our guides are not the occasional or seasonal outdoorsmen. They’re experts in their fields. They’re immersed in the hunting lifestyle and are ready to assist you no matter which activity you choose.

Expert Guides

Chef Justin Cogley of L'Auberge Carmel will showcase his artistry alongside our very own Chef AJ Buchanio for an unforgettable culinary experience at Magee.

L'Auberge Carmel | Magee Homestead | Brush Creek Ranch

of Relais & Châteaux properties L’Auberge Carmel

Chef Justin Cogley

Magee Homestead’s private kitchen creates constantly-evolving, seasonally crafted meals. With our 6,480 square-foot greenhouse growing a multitude of ingredients on-site, our guests are provided fresh flavors plucked straight from the surrounding region.

INVIGORATING CUISINE

OUR MAGEE CHEF

At Magee Homestead

Join us at Magee Homestead as we welcome Chef Justin Cogley of Relais & Châteaux properties L’Auberge Carmel to showcase his artistry with our very own Chef AJ Buchanio for a Wyoming weekend of culinary fun from September 26-28, 2019.


L’Auberge Carmel

Choose your adventure. Hike or run our network of 55 miles of single and double track trails ranging from easy to intense terrain. Hike near the Rendezvous Camp, or Ranger out and do a return hike to the Rendezvous Camp, with or without a guide. The possibilities are endless.


With more than 50 miles of trails, there is plenty for hikers and trail runners of all skill levels and abilities.

Hiking and Running | Brush Creek Luxury Ranch Collection

Choose from four levels of difficulty that appeal to all interests and ability levels. Our trail rides last anywhere from one to three hours. You’ll mount a horse handpicked for you based on size, ability, and temperament. 

Trail Rides

Not many can say they’ve feasted on gourmet picnic lunches along the banks of the Platte River after a full day’s ride. An even rarer experience for the ultra-adventurous includes once-in-a-lifetime cattle drives. Take upward to three hours as you ride across the storied land, driving cattle through the Ranch’s various terrain. Our wranglers will help you get outfitted at our activities barn, finding boots, helmets, or hats for your adventure.

Cattle Drives

One of the rodeo’s most popular events, barrel racing is when a horse and rider attempt to compete a cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time. Many of our wranglers compete at top levels in barrel racing. They’ll teach you everything from how to ride or race to how to cut seconds off your time.

Barrel Racing

A very popular speed event with competitors of all ages, pole bending consists of a horse and rider maneuvering their way through a challenging slalom course. Our wranglers will teach you the technique and skills required to excel in this activity.

Pole Bending

We offer general horsemanship lessons to riders of all ages and abilities. If you’re wishing to gain further knowledge and comfort while riding a horse, in  the arena or out in the open, visit our activities barn to schedule a lesson with one of our wranglers.

Private Lessons & Rides

The quickest team wins. Team penning consists of teams of five working together to herd cattle through an obstacle course, and requires horsemanship skills, communication, and teamwork. 

Team Penning

Horseback riding vacations at Brush Creek Ranch offer adventure for all ages and skill levels. Saddle up and explore the ranch!

Wyoming Horseback Riding| Lodge & Spa At Brush Creek

Our network of 55 miles of single and double track trails ranging from easy to intense terrain is waiting for you.

Our Trails

Our 28,000 sq. ft. equestrian arena include indoor and outdoor riding areas, horse stalls, and veterinary facilities for the best in horseback riding in Wyoming. Participate in general horsemanship, arena games, or be the spectator for rodeo events held throughout the season!

Equestrian Arena

We love to tell the stories surrounding our rich, Western history, and what better way to hear them than by venturing on a summer tour around the Ranch property in an all-terrain Polaris Ranger vehicle? You’ll see firsthand some of the outstanding spots that make our land so incredible. Tours generally take breaks in particularly beautiful locations to let guests out to walk around, snap photos, and take in the breathtaking views.


Hop on an open-air ranger and enjoy a guided tour of our 30,000 acre working ranch while you enjoy the best views of scenic Wyoming you will find anywhere.

Breathtaking Beauty

Renewal on the Range

Galante Vineyards

Yoga

Alex Gambal

Aperture and Devil Proof

Medicine Bow National Forest

L’Auberge Carmel

Hiking and Trail Running

Horseback Riding

Guided Ranger Tours