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🐴 Trailmanship Class – Learn, Ride, Explore!

Our Trailmanship Class is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines real-world horsemanship with the excitement of trail riding. This immersive program gives riders a behind-the-scenes look at how a professional trail outfit operates—while learning the skills to do it all themselves!

This is more than just a ride—it's a full learning experience! You’ll get to see and participate in every step of the process, gaining confidence and understanding in what it takes to safely ride and manage horses beyond the arena.

Perfect for beginners and all level of riders ready to take their skills to the next level while enjoying nature and adventure with their horse.

Trailmanship Class – Learn, Ride, Explore!

🧭 What’s Included:

Each class includes:

  • 2-hour lesson at the barn focused on horsemanship and riding fundamentals

  • Hands-on practice preparing your horse for riding (grooming, tacking, etc.)

  • Loading horses into the trailer and traveling together to a local trailhead

  • Unloading, and hitting the trails with our instructors

  • 2 - 3hr guided ride through beautiful natural landscapes, putting your new skills into action

  • Total of 4 - 5hr experience! (Can be broken up into two days also)

 

You’ll gain practical knowledge in areas like:

  • Horse behavior on the trail

  • Leading in unfamiliar environments

  • Navigating terrain safely

  • Trail etiquette and safety

 

🐎 Age & Experience Requirements:

  • Ages 10+

  • Riders must be comfortable at a walk (2hr riding lesson, helps you with this!)

 

🧢 What to Bring:

  • Riding boots (required – must have a heel)

  • Helmet (we provide loaners if you don’t have your own)

  • Comfortable pants (leggings, jeans, or riding tights)

  • Water bottle

  • Snacks or a small lunch (optional, especially for longer rides)

 

📅 Scheduling & Availability:

  • Offered select weekends and weekdays – see our calendar or contact us for availability

  • Each class is approximately 4–5 hours, including prep, transport, and trail time

  • Limited spots available to keep the experience personalized and safe

 

🌲 Take Your Riding Beyond the Arena

This is more than just a trail ride—it’s a full learning experience that builds independence, confidence, and connection with your horse. Come ride with us and explore what real trailmanship is all about! Open to all level of riders! 

* $25 discount for  multiple riders

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