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Horseback riding vacations offer families the kind of active,
challenging adventure which children and adults can share and will
remember with pleasure. Passive and bland vacations like sunning on the
beach or the vicarious amusements of Disneyland do not provide the same
kind of shared experience. To bond and unite, families need to leave the
world of television and computer games behind to embrace an exciting
real-life activity demanding skill and attention. Like so many other
sports, riding is something children can learn rapidly and well, but
success requires practice, dedication and physical fitness. The rewards
are proportional to the effort invested. Young children would be best
advised to visit a place like the Bitterroot to perfect their
horseback
riding skills. At a place like the Bitterroot, children can also
become acquainted with horses and play with young foals which can build
their confidence in riding and help build an affinity with their equine
partners. One of the great joys of riding is the harmonious interaction
with an equine partner on a physical and spiritual level. After the age
of 8 or 9 many other opportunities open up and children in their very
early teens can often ride better than most adults so that they can take
our most demanding rides.
Take a
Video Tour of the Bitterroot Ranch
to see the ranch and hear what our guests have to say about their stay.
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Two children pause after a canter along a scenic Irish beach. The family made a horseback tour of the coast.
Mother and daughter on a horseback vacation in spectacular mountain country.
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Horseback riding vacations for families offer more than a chance to
practice a fascinating sport together. They are also a wonderful
introduction to another culture which can stimulate interest in history,
art, language and music. A common love of horses and riding makes
contact with local people much easier. An equestrian holiday in places
like Belize, Argentina and Costa Rica can also provide a welcome escape
from dreary winter weather. In cases where some members of the family do
not wish to ride there are often other fascinating activities available.
It gives us special pleasure to plan custom trips for larger or
smaller family groups and many have found these trips the adventures of
a lifetime. Our adventures can often include non-riding extensions.
Call our ride consultants now on 800-545-0019 to discuss these
exciting possibilities or contact us for
further details. They will gladly help you find a destination which
will suit your particular case.
Also see the Custom Rides page.
The following rides are popular horseback riding destinations for
families:
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