trail riding

"Each June, Tory Bilski meets fellow women travelers in Reykjavik where they head to a horse farm in northern Iceland, near the Greenland Sea, to escape their ordinary lives and embrace their desire for adventure. Buoyed by their friendships with each other and their bonds with the horses they ride, they are ready to return home"--.

Tracing back to the allure of the Wild West’s open frontier, trail riding is a unique way to enjoy nature’s beauty. This useful guide for trail riders will even inspire those who have never come near a horse. Readers will understand the evolution of the animal and the history of riding before learning how to choose and get to know a horse before a trail ride. Practical tips for grooming, tacking, and dressing are outlined, as are basic guidelines and safety measures for learning to ride. The many joys and also the potential dangers of trail riding are discussed.

Describes the history, rules, training, equipment, and judging of trail horse riding. Also covers information on the best horse breeds for trail riding as well as some of the riding champs. Includes photographs, side-bars, fact-boxes, and a list of facts and figures.

Describes the deep trench known as the Grand Canyon, found in the Grand Canyon National Park, and the activities of visitors to the park.

Describes the deep trench known as the Grand Canyon, found in the Grand Canyon National Park, and the activities of visitors to the park.

Traces the history of the horse, describes various breeds, explains how to prepare horses for the trail, and points out possible dangers when riding.

Provides information and advice on various aspects of trail riding, discussing preparation, horse assessment and conditioning, tack and gear, and training, and looking at the pleasures and vices of trail riding, nature conditions, and competitions, with survival tips, a camping guide, and resources.