| Horseback riding is a lovely recreation and even | | | | when you encounter a tree branch). So always use |
| though it is considered expensive and difficult this is | | | | protective head gear. |
| not the case. Anyone can learn how to do it, if they | | | | Here's another typical scenario. The weather is lovely |
| are patient determined and they just love riding | | | | and you decide to head out. But just when you start |
| horses. Here are some basic horseback riding tips for | | | | to enjoy the ride a terrible rain bursts. Have you |
| beginner horse lovers. | | | | thought about the rain? Wouldn't it be nice to have a |
| One thing that is really important when it comes to | | | | water-proof vest or something with you? Isn't this |
| horseback riding is your tack. You have to take good | | | | common sense dear horse lover? |
| care of it especially before you head out. You must | | | | If the weather is warm you have to take some |
| also learn how to repair it in case it fails. That's why it | | | | measures against insects and bugs. They can drive |
| is a good practice to carry a knife, a string and | | | | you and your horse crazy. At first you will not even |
| pieces of leather with you to make temporary | | | | notice they are there. But as you get farther away, |
| repairs. Unless you want to walk back home instead | | | | it will look like they are waiting for you! So you must |
| of riding. | | | | protect yourself and your horse. There are aerosol |
| When you head out it is smart to have someone | | | | sprays and lotions that can keep insects away. Go |
| with you (on the same horse or not). Accidents | | | | buy a small container and always carry it with you |
| happen all the time and even a minor accident could | | | | when you ride. Spray some to your hands and to the |
| ruin your ride and your entire day if you are alone. | | | | horse's feet and ears when you notice insects |
| Safety above all. | | | | appearing. |
| Talking about safety. You should be really careful of | | | | Last but not least, the trail. You've got to find a trail, |
| what you wear when you ride. For example your | | | | ride along and stick to it. Don't be tempted to go into |
| boots, an important part of your riding outfit. If you | | | | woodland areas or cut across a field. The result can |
| are smart you will wear hard soled boots and avoid | | | | be a disaster. A lot of dangers may be hidden under |
| boots with deep arches, unless you want your feet | | | | the plants or the grass (e.g. barbed wire, holes or |
| to get caught in the stirrups. Next, your helmet. Most | | | | other hazards). Always prefer a relaxing and safe ride |
| people don't even wear a riding helmet not being | | | | along a trail. |
| aware of the dangers out there (e.g. when you fall or | | | | |