Kathie, thanks for the encouragement and advice. I
am going to go to the Feb. ride as a volunteer. Hopefully I will be able
to condition enough to do the March 25. There is just too much rain.
As of a month ago we were riding 3-4 times a week as much as 20-25 miles in that
week. Neither my horse nor I have done more than ten miles in a day at
this point, so obviously we are trying to build to that. We have been
mainly walking and getting used to the trail and all it's distractions. I
can't wait to pick Maryben's and Becky Hart's brains, just being there is going
to be such a learning experience. It will be my second volunteer job, the
first time was as a vet scribe. I hope we get to meet at the March
ride. BTW, I live in Mckinleyville but, would love to come down and ride
some time. Talk to ya later, Jen M. and Banjo
HI Jen, you're very welcome. I really liked those rides down there
and miss them. I too am going for the March ride. Feb is too soon for me
as I have to recondition my horse after a few months off to be on the safe
side. So maybe will get to meet. I'll most likely be doing the 50
unless I feel she is not ready. Then I'l do the LD.
Take care and happy conditioning!
by the way, I rode my horse in the arena about 3 days a week and rode on
the trails on the weekends and she was more than ready for the LD. Just
be consistant and really hone in on knowing everything about your horse.
Moods, eating habits, how the feel under you etc. And good warm ups and
cool downs. I'm sure if you keep ask MB, she'll give you even more good
advice. Those folks who hold that ride are all great veterans in the
sport and they know what they are doing! You will learn much
helping!
Thanks everybody for the great stuff about
Shine and Shine. Nancy, the Redwood ride is my backyard and I plan on
doing both of them this year...but the first on is not until July. I
would like to get started before then. Let me know if your coming down
this year and we'll camp together. :)
Kathie, THANKS! Your advice was
exactly what I was looking for. I am going for it March!
Maryben, awesome. I am at your
service. I was going to email Becky Hart to volunteer, but I would be
honored to be of assistance. Let me know what I need to bring and when
you need me there. I can come down the Thursday before if you need me
to.
