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To make a very long story very short, I have come to the decision that my 
mare just is not quite cut out for this sport. She is, without a doubt, one 
of the best trail horses out there, and she is progressing nicely in 
dressage, but she internalizes stress and just does not cope well with the 
competitive atmosphere at the rides themselves. However, I love her like a 
sister and can't bear to part with her.

At this point in my life (busy stressful career, another young horse at 
home, husband in vet school), it isn't the right time to add another horse 
to our herd. When my husband graduates, I should have more free time so I 
can continue to ride my beloved Mazzie and condition and train an endurance 
prospect. In the meantime, I was wondering if there are every opportunities 
to "catch ride" at endurance rides?  Still being new to the sport, I didn't 
know if this was done much. I did, however, think it would be a great way 
for me to get more experience in the sport, get on different types of horses 
and see which type best suited me, and hopefully help someone out who has 
too many horses and not enough riders.

I'm not directly looking for opportunities at this moment (ride season is 
over here in Michigan), just wondering if this might be a possibility for 
next season.



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