Man...talk about a chilly, rainy day!!! Brrrr!!!!!!!!!!! I checked the temp today on my way home from tha barn and it said 44*. Let me repeat that. 44*. UGH!!! I thought it was techinically summer, since it was Memorial Day just 2 days ago!!! Where did the nice, warm weather go??? BRING IT BACK!!!
Despite the crappy weather (yes, I said crappy) lessons went on as scheduled with the Wednesday program. The horses were a bit wound up at first, but settled in nicely. Everyone did a great job today and we are so proud of you girls!!!
Well, I haven't been able to have a true training ride on my girl in almost a week!! UGH!!! I had planned on a ride today, but given the weather, I decided it was bad enough she had to stand in it, I didn't want to make her work in it - not to mention I knew I would get wet enough teaching later on....So, today she had off. I did a short ride on her on Monday and it was basically a hack around the farm, as they were working on the arena footing.
Speaking of which, I LOVE THE FOOTING!!! Did anyone else notice how nice it was?? For those that don't know, 2 loads of sand were taken out and it was all smoothed over. It looked great and you don't feel like you are constantly walking in beach sand. I think it will be better for the horses to jump in later. (Although, I'm still hoping for my jump field....) I can't wait to get my girl in there on Friday - depending of course on the weather.
Ok, that's enough for me for now. One more week to go in the Wednesday program and then the countdown to Summer Camps begins!!!
If you haven't already, make sure you sign up for your week soon! Spots are limited and going fast!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Monday, May 18, 2009
Hello! Goodbye....
Ok, so change of plans....Tex won't be coming back after all. Due to some extenuating circumstances, Tex will remain where he is for a while longer. What is the one rule we stress at WBF?? Anyone???
SAFETY!!!!
Tex remained a safety risk and therefore cannot return to the farm. However, the horses we have at the farm are great and we will keep them all safe - and in turn will keep us ALL safe!
See you Wednesday!
SAFETY!!!!
Tex remained a safety risk and therefore cannot return to the farm. However, the horses we have at the farm are great and we will keep them all safe - and in turn will keep us ALL safe!
See you Wednesday!
Sunday, May 17, 2009
May?!
Ok, ok....here I am. After several requests I am updating my blog. I'm sorry to keep my faithful readers wondering and guessing. I've been rather busy lately and I apologize for not updating sooner!
Ok, so what has happened in the last month....let's see....April Vacation! For those that were there, we had a BLAST! Lots of time in the saddle, learning about the Farrier and what he does, as well as a trip to Dunkin Donuts were some of the highlights! ALL of our campers did a great job and as usual, the Show Off went well! Parents and friends were on hand to witness everyone's big and little accomplishments! Well done!
The following week began our after school lesson program with the Portland schools. We have 7 riders and they have all been doing a great job! We have Veronica, Emma, Max, Brickley, Natasha, Molly and Bethany joining us and it's wonderful to see the beginners learn something new and the more intermediate riders enhance their skills. :)
In case anyone is wondering about Missy, I will let you know her progress. She has been getting better and better. She really enjoys being out of the ring, and is more cooperative when we are in the ring. Every ride has been different and for her, that is the key. I have gone into a pasture and done some w/t/c and although she is fast (one of her ways to avoid working), she is moving which is more than I can say for a month ago! I have also taken her up Canter Hill a few times and of course, like the other ponies, she has loved that, too. By the summer camp season, a few advanced riders may get the chance to ride her if she continues on her good stretch. I'm hoping by then we can go into the ring all the time and have her nice and slow.
Saturday May 17th we said goodbye to Red. Redman has gone to his new home in Raymond and we hope he will be very happy there. We will certainly miss him. But on a happy note, Tex has come back to us! I personally am looking forward to working with him again and I know my students have missed him.
Wow....this is a book! Enjoy your last few weeks in school and get ready for some serious riding this summer!!!
Until next time....
Ok, so what has happened in the last month....let's see....April Vacation! For those that were there, we had a BLAST! Lots of time in the saddle, learning about the Farrier and what he does, as well as a trip to Dunkin Donuts were some of the highlights! ALL of our campers did a great job and as usual, the Show Off went well! Parents and friends were on hand to witness everyone's big and little accomplishments! Well done!
The following week began our after school lesson program with the Portland schools. We have 7 riders and they have all been doing a great job! We have Veronica, Emma, Max, Brickley, Natasha, Molly and Bethany joining us and it's wonderful to see the beginners learn something new and the more intermediate riders enhance their skills. :)
In case anyone is wondering about Missy, I will let you know her progress. She has been getting better and better. She really enjoys being out of the ring, and is more cooperative when we are in the ring. Every ride has been different and for her, that is the key. I have gone into a pasture and done some w/t/c and although she is fast (one of her ways to avoid working), she is moving which is more than I can say for a month ago! I have also taken her up Canter Hill a few times and of course, like the other ponies, she has loved that, too. By the summer camp season, a few advanced riders may get the chance to ride her if she continues on her good stretch. I'm hoping by then we can go into the ring all the time and have her nice and slow.
Saturday May 17th we said goodbye to Red. Redman has gone to his new home in Raymond and we hope he will be very happy there. We will certainly miss him. But on a happy note, Tex has come back to us! I personally am looking forward to working with him again and I know my students have missed him.
Wow....this is a book! Enjoy your last few weeks in school and get ready for some serious riding this summer!!!
Until next time....
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