Let's Go Riding

Horseback riding in the western states is very popular. To be a western rider is a little different than a English rider. The saddle of a western rider is different in style. If is made from a substantial material that gives it a greater support.

It is important to have good support for the horse and the rider. The horse appreciates it because it is a more comfortable way to handle the weight of the rider. The rider appreciates it because the rider spends longer hours in the saddle while working. The saddle also features rings and ties for easy access to drag or carry extras.

The western riders usually wear denim jeans, long sleeved shirts, cowboy boots and a cowboy hat. Since the stirrups are wider, the rider boot usually has a higher hill so that the feet don't slip during a fall. Riding skills such as trotting and cantering can be adventurous.

If you visit Louisiana, you can stop by St. John and Lodge and enjoy 25 miles of scenic hills. They have a riding camp that is available year around. MacDonalds ranch has 36,000 acres in the Sonoran Desert that will entice a rider. It is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. It's a great place to come and be entertained by horseback riding. Whether you are galloping around a track or up and down the mountains, a western horseback ride is a beautiful experience to have. Enjoy the ride.