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RE: [RC] Any comments on the Vermont Moonlight Ride/Riding at Night - Sarah Seashols

This winter, I had to bring my gelding back LSD from a minor injury.  Since
I work full-time and have 2 young children, I could only ride at night.
After about a week of trotting 30-45 minutes in the dark, you become very
comfortable with trusting your horse in the dark, and you realize that you
can see at least outlines on most nights, once your eyes become accustomed
to it.  

We were riding in a cob-filled cornfield, and I can't remember one time that
he tripped. I also think I developed into a better rider for not being able
to see my surroundings -- all I could do was focus on the horse underneath
of me and keep my eyes straight ahead..

Sarah
Virginia 
:)


Hi,
I am pretty new to endurance and would like some information on the 
Moonlight Ride in Vermont on July.

What is the ride like?

What do people do to see in the dark.  Total newbie question for sure.  I 
am guessing head lamps, want to see if I am right.

How often and how do people train for riding in the dark?

Thanks,
Susan Cushing



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Re: [RC] Any comments on the Vermont Moonlight Ride, Marirose Six