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MARCEL HOFFMAN  

Horse Operations Manager & Head Wrangler

Biography

Marcel (Marce) Hoffman is Horse Operations Manager and Head Wrangler for the 320 Guest Ranch, an extraordinary and historic property located along the Gallatin River near Big Sky, Montana .

In these positions, Mr. Hoffman is responsible for the care and general health of the ranch's herd of 70 + horses, as well as the repair and maintenance of 320's vehicles, heavy and other equipment. He also oversees a team of wranglers who deliver guest services, such as horseback riding, rider safety demonstrations, riding lessons, hayrides, sleigh rides, and more.

Additionally, Mr. Hoffman is responsible for the ranch's pasture management, including four pastures at the ranch and a large winter pasture of 1700 acres, located off the immediate property. Marce also serves as the National Forest Service contact, since the Gallatin National Forest surrounds 320 Guest Ranch on four sides.

Originally from Minnesota , Hoffman began his career literally on horseback as a Cowboy at the Climbing Arrow Ranch, a 2000-head commercial beef operation located in Three Forks, Montana . Following this, he was employed at Buffalo Horn Outfitters, located in Gallatin Gateway, Montana , where he led guests on outdoor sporting and big-game excursions. He continued these two positions seasonally until joining 320 Guest Ranch as Horse Operations Manager. Mr. Hoffman attended Willmar Technical School , located Willmar , Minnesota .

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Montana 's premier year-round ranch destination, the 320 Guest Ranch is a historic property situated along two miles of the famed Gallatin River near Big Sky, Montana . Begun in 1898, the 320 Guest Ranch offers 87 sleeping rooms within 59 luxurious and modern cabin accommodations, log homes and a mountain chalet. Many accommodations feature wood-burning fireplaces. The property offers superb dining at the 320 Ranch Steak House, with an emphasis on big game cuisine exquisitely prepared. The 320 Saloon is perfect for after-hours activities. The ranch provides facilities and concierge support services for corporate events, social and leisure activities. Close to world-class downhill and cross country skiing at Big Sky Resort and Moonlight Basin, 320 Guest Ranch offers a full range of seasonal recreational activities, such as horseback riding, trail hiking, rafting, sightseeing, mountain climbing, fly fishing (some of the world's best), hayrides, sleigh rides, snowmobiling, and many more. On staff are experienced wranglers and horse experts, as well as a team of professionals who can assist in making a guest's experience highly memorable. The property is located 12 miles from Big Sky, 5 miles from the boundary of Yellowstone National Park and 52 miles from Bozeman , Montana , and the Gallatin Field Airport . To learn more about 320 Guest Ranch, visit www.320Ranch.com .

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Physical Address:
HWY 191 ~ Mile Marker 36 ~ Big Sky, MT ~ 59730
Mailing Address:
205 Buffalo Horn Creek ~ Gallatin Gateway, MT ~ 59730
toll free 800.243.0320 ~ phone 406.995.4283
info@320ranch.com