A core group of staff here today ended up hitting the trails when nobody else signed up to ride on this beautiful winter day! The weather was warm, 38 degrees in the lowlands and 25 degrees on the mountain. There was minimal to no wind. The entire trail was covered in even, soft snowfall with no tracks or slush. Just perfect!
I actually wonder why more riders don't ride here in the winter. I mean riders, not people! Winter is the perfect time to hit the trails if you are an advanced novice, intermediate or experienced trail rider for so many reasons:
1) no bugs
2) no yummy green things
3a) cool temperatures and horses that don't get sweaty or tired
3b) cool temperatures so riders can dress in layers and keep from being sweaty
4) real riders wear gloves anyhow
5) less daily mileage with true beginners for the horses so they are more willing and agile participants
6) snow is soft and excellent footing, reducing strain on tendons and hooves
7) less people riding means more one-on-one attention and smaller groups
8) AND SO MANY MORE REASONS....
To see a quick video visit: http://youtu.be/uBYxsjKWJsw
To see our route and statistics click here:
http://www.mapmyhike.com/workout/817947445
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