First trail ride

After lunch, we had the option of a lesson in the ring or a trail ride. I picked the ride because I didn't want to trot for an hour in the ring.

There were 6 of us plus 2 wranglers. Three were from my group this morning who didn't want a lesson, and the others were two experienced riders from the other group. We went up Spencer Mountain, which is just behind the ranch. It was all at a walk and very pretty. One of the older guests had his horse decide to lay down, about halfway through. He isn't a strong rider, and his horse took advantage of him. He handled it well! It did rain for about 10 minutes, but it wasn't too bad.

My knees were killing me afterward, and it took me several minutes to get moving after I dismounted. I am now in the hot tub relaxing!Read more