David and Joyce Dorsey began taking people with them into Tweedsmuir Park 25 years ago, when BC Parks first offered an exclusive concession for horse trips. However, David’s connections with the country go back to before there was such a thing as a park anywhere. First Nations ancestry on his mother’s side, Thomas Squinas, his grandfather, hunted, trapped and took his family through these mountains all his life. David’s first memories are of camping with the family in the Tulsulko Basin and this camp, has become one of the many family base camps used throughout the summer. His other grandfather, Lester Dorsey, one of Anahim Lake’s pioneers, guided hunters throughout the park for many years; he and First Nations guides established many of the trails and camps which are now part of the park.
Over the years, Joyce has been responsible for the "grub" and has perfected the pack box kitchen. Her wholesome and gourmet meals have become a hallmark of the outfit.
Leslie Dorsey, now 25, has traveled on horseback throughout the park with her parents since she was born. She is now an integral part of the outfit, along with Aileen Jorgenson who has been with the outfit since she was a young teenager. These young women guide, pack, wrangle, and cook; their enthusiasm and competence are an inspiration and a joy to be around.
Paul Lowrie has been with the outfit since the beginning. A guide, trapper and father of three up-and-coming wranglers, Paul has an abundance of energy, wilderness knowledge and local history to share.
