Have you ever ridden a horse before? There is just something so amazing about sitting on top of a horse, hoping it will Canter and thrill you while praying it doesn't throw you off.
A visit to the riding ranch at Sweeneys is like stepping back in time a hundred years. It is quite and peaceful and the only sound you will hear is nature. You almost feel guilty for talking and breaking the silence.
Sweeneys offers a Riding Ranch at Scenic Hills. They were very polite and encouraged me to get on the horse. My horse's name was Bella and she was very gentle. They put my partner on Bella's lover, so we both could ride along as our horses had a strong attraction. It started very cosily and I soon got comfortable on Bella.
Being on a horse for the first time, I learn't how to pat her with my heels to go faster or slow down using the reins. Clearly, I didn't master the art as Bella just kept following her sweetheart and gently ignored my commands. We went on a long trail ride over an hour and you begin enjoying the ride almost immediately. The farm is very pretty and the guide takes you over hills and slopes, which is fun and surprising to discover a lake in the middle of nowhere.
The farm has over 100 horses and they do offer experienced trail riders the opportunity to Gallop. read more