I wanted to visit one of those Montana dude ranches, as I have heard many positive stories about others experiences. I did not just want to pick up and go to the Montana Dude ranches, as my family always needs to have a plan. I sat down and looked online to see what ranches offered the most activities. I was able to plan my vacation according to the ranches activies and the attractions that were in the area. I did not realize how much there was to do on a Montana Dude ranch. I am happy I took the time to plan the vacation, and I do not think we would have had time to do everything if we just picked up and went.