Bill and Barbara Murray were hoping to pay for their vacation as they panned for gold. For Phyllis and Daniel Cole, the goal was to improve their kitchen skills so they could take turns preparing meals at home. Friends Betty Price and Martha Taylor had a more relaxing experience in mind. They enjoyed soaking in a hot tub after which they spent time in a soothing sauna.
These disparate experiences shared one common—and in ways surprising—factor: Rather than taking place at a luxury hotel or resort destination, these folks were enjoying a stay at a dude ranch.
