Just my 2 cents worth... I can't imagine any parent putting their 5-year-old on a horse and allowing that child to ride 100 miles. Seems like an ego-extension of the adult. Surely a 5 year old would not be able to aspire to doing a 100 miler.
That said, I still believe there is NO need for an AERC rule on this matter. AERC's job is to protect the HORSE --- not necessarily the RIDER....... Let's hope that each parent will use common sense and reason in this matter. I think most parents will........
Susan Vuturo -- Mom to Sadie, Encore, Rocky, and assorted kitties.
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