Games

  • Mother May I?

    Hello friends! I skipped last week because I was out in Yellowstone National Park celebrating the Fourth of July in the wilderness. I could have pre-planned a post but I thought everyone should take a little break to celebrate the holiday, especially in the summertime! Is it just me or is this summer absolutely flying…

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  • Animal Scavenger Hunt

    What You Need:-Various animals (toys or stuffed animals)-Animal signs or cards-Animal noise sounds or animal fur/hair (optional) Here’s another fun game to play with riders that can be adjusted for any level of rider and can be played multiple weeks in a row with a few tweaks. First, pick your animals. I usually do a…

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  • Obstacle Courses

    What You Need: Poles Cones Barrels Cavaletti Anything your heart desires! I love obstacle courses. They are so versatile and help keep riders engaged. I usually do obstacle courses every 8-10 weeks with my riders, if not more often. You can adjust a course to be whatever you want, which is why I like them…

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  • Today we’re shifting gears slightly. Most of the off-horse activities we have been talking about have all been related to the horse. This week, I want to talk about gardening. How is this related to horses? Let me tell you.

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  • What You Need: A Loud Voice Colored Cue Cards (optional) This is a game that can be played in a private, semi-private, or group lesson. It works best for younger riders, but you can make it more advanced to appeal to older riders.

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