Audrey Pavia, "Trail Riding: A Complete Guide"
English | 2005 | ISBN: 0764579134 | 240 pages | PDF | 33.9 MB
Experience the sheer joy of being one with your horse and one with nature. When you′re riding the trails with your horse, you enjoy a refreshing feeling of freedom, the exhilaration of exploration, and an invigorating escape from the demands of the day. You′re in control--as long as you can control the 1,000-pound creature you′re riding. Trail Riding: A Complete Guide takes you from the basics to more advanced trail riding skills with information on: ∗ How to choose a horse, including basics on conformation ∗ Finding the best trail-riding lessons, tack, and equipment ∗ Feeding, care, grooming, health care, and stable management ∗ Conditioning--for the horse and yourself ∗ Trailering to trails ∗ Advanced trail riding, including information on camping with your horse, how competitive trail riding is judged, and racing on the trail ∗ Tips on how to find the best trails, both locally and around the country This book helps you develop the knowledge and skills that will give you a leg up every time you climb in the saddle. You and your horse will become the perfect pair for relaxing yet energizing adventures off the beaten path.