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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the weight limit for Horseback Trail Riding? |
- The Weight Limit for riders is 205 lbs. You must be able to mount the horse with minimal assistance. Not sure if we have the horse for you? email / call and inquire
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What is the minimum age, height, and experience level required for Horseback Trail Riding? |
- The minimum age for Trail Riders is 10. Legacy Riding Stables may require a series of Riding Lessons for youths before Trail Riding.
- Legacy Riding Stables may recommend other Riding Services for youths.
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Are reservations required for "Horseback Trail Riding" or the "Lesson / Trail Ride Package Experience"? |
- Reservations ARE NOT required on the WEEKENDS for Trail Rides or the Lesson / Trail Package.
- If you have a group larger than 6 or would like to request a PRIVATE ride, please call or email.
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When are Horseback Trail Rides available? Are you open in all weather conditions?
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- Legacy Riding Stables is open ALL YEAR for all riding serices. Reservations are not needed on the weekends. Please call / email to schedule week day rides.
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Are "Private" rides an option? I would like to have a romantic and fun date with my signifigant other. Can we this be set up? |
- All Riding Services can be scheduled as PRIVATE RIDES. When booked as a PRIVATE RIDE only members of your party and your trail guide / riding instructor will be joining you on the trail.
- Please call / email to set up a PRIVATE RIDE.
- For dates we suggest our Lesson / Trail Ride Package.
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- Horseback Riding is an outdoor activity. Long pants such as jeans are your best option. Closed toe shoes such as work boots or sneakers are appropriate.
- Legacy Riding Stables will happily lend you a Riding Helmet at no extra charge.
- DO NOT WEAR: Sandles, Flip-Flops, Uggs, High-Heels, Shorts, Skirts, Bathingsuits, Excessively baggy clothing
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Are the Trails Guided? Can I ride with out a Guide? |
- All Trail Rides are Guided. Our Guides are very knowleable of the trails and the horses. They are there to help you.
- Guests can not Trail Ride with out a Trail Guide.
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Should I tip my Trail Guide? |
- YES. If you enjoyed your ride, tip your guide.
- Our Trail Guides are all Trained Volunteers who are there to assist you. They greatly appreciate tips.
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How fast to the horses go? Can I make my horse run? |
- The speed of the trail is set for the safety of the riders and the horses.
- Trails are typically walk / jog.
- Only want to walk? Just say so. We will be happy to accommodate you.
- The pace of you Trail Ride will be set to the skills of the most Novice rider on the Trail Ride.
- If the Trail Guide feels every rider is capable and willing a more aggressive ride may be possible.
- Consider a Private Ride to ensure the minimal skill level in your group.
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Do you ride English or Western at Legacy Riding Stables? |
- For our Trail Rides we keep it WESTERN. Nothing like the good old cowboy way!
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We want to come Riding with the WHOLE family, including the little kids. How does that work? |
- The minimum riding age for youths is 10. We may require a ring ride or lesson for some youths.
- We have hand-led Pony Rides for the little guys.
- Make sure you bring an extra adult with your group to watch the kids while everyone else is on the Trail Ride.
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