I did a few games at the fair when they first started their horse show and had so much fun that I want to do them again.  But, by the looks of things they have a LOT more classes and some require a partner!   

I am happy to ride at any level though I admit I’m a bit of a novice at games.  If you’re like me and just are out for a good time and to laugh so hard your gut huts let’s partner up! 

There’s an extra spot in my horse trailer if you’re in or around the Avon area and need a lift.

 Please email me if you’re interested!  

FRIDAY AUGUST 8th-—-OPEN FUN AND GAMES SHOW
1. Costume
2. Sit A Buck
3. Egg and Spoon
4. Can Race
5. Ribbon Race
6. Relay Race
7. Boot Race
8. Root Beer Race
Lunch break
9. Musical Chairs
10. Dash For Cash
11. Relay Game TBA
12. Flying W
13. Texas T
14. Cloverleaf
15. Polebending

 Please join us on our next adventure June 29th at the

EquiCenter Trail Trials

Be sure to sign up under team Rochester Trail Riders!

Cotton and I will be competing for our first time this year.  If you have ever been curious about driving and want to stop by and see us you’re more than welcome to.  I’ll be happy to answer any questions about harnessing, hitching, and how to get started teaching your horse to drive.    If you wan to find us we’re the ones with the green Chevy truck and the old grey 2 horse trailer.

Hope to see you there!

Date:  June 14^th

Time: 10am we ride

Where: Mendon Ponds Park

Level: Medium to hard – trail lengths vary – hilly

The first ride was a great success.  I see our horses are eager for something a little more challenging and the hills at Mendon I’m sure will do the trick.  There are tons of trails to ride once there and we can decide on which ones to take as a group.  I’ve only ridden there once so if someone with more trail time at the park would like to lead this ride please let me know.

If you’ve already mailed in your forms you’re all set to attend this ride.  If I don’t have them, please go to the Forms Page for more information.

Detailed Park Map(PDF) – Park at Horse Trailer Parking

·         390 South to Exit 11

·         Make LEFT on Rt 15

·         Make LEFT on Rt 251

·         Make slight LEFT on Pittsford Mendon Center Rd

·         Make LEFT on Pond Rd

·         Trailer Parking on RIGHT

·         390 North to Exit 11

·         Make RIGHT on Rt 251

·         Make slight LEFT on Pittsford Mendon Center Rd

·         Make LEFT on Pond Rd

·         Trailer Parking on RIGHT

Forward this to anyone who might think is interested.

 I can’t wait for our next one in a few weeks.  Stay tuned for time and location.

 Click Here for some of the photos I took along the ride

• Date: Saturday May 24^th
• Time: 10am – We start to ride at this time
• Where: Genesee Valley Greenway - Brook Rd
• Level: Easy – 6 miles – flat and wide trails, good footing

Welcome to the 1^st RTR Fun Ride!

Our first ride is to help get your horses ready for the summer season.  The ride will go South on the Greenway to 383 and back which is approximately 6miles / ~2hr ride.  Most of it will be walking and the decision for a faster pace will be based on the fitness level of the horses this early in the season.

Please remember to mail me your Waiver2008 and a copy of your coggins/rabies to be kept on file for 2008..  Yes that’s right you only have to send it to me once and it’s good for all RTR events!  Please note you will not be allowed to unload your horse if I do not have a copy on file.  The Medical2008 form is only if you are sponsoring a child under 18 who you are NOT the legal guardian or parent of.

Directions!

From the North:

• Rt 390 Exit 17 for Rt 383 Scottsville Rd
• Head South on Rt 383
• RIGHT on Brook Rd (Hard to see, Turn before white pasture fencing)
• Parking on RIGHT just past the Greenway

From the South:

• Rt 390 Exit 11 for Rt 251
• Head West on Rt 251 into Scottsville
• Continue straight on to Rt 383 North
• LEFT on Brooke Rd (Easier to find turn, after white pasture fencing)
• Parking on RIGHT just past the Greenway

Google Map

Please try to have your forms or RSVP by May 21^st so I have a general idea of how many people will be attending.

Forward this to anyone you might think is interested

All forms and copy of coggins/rabies must be completed and returned to me before the start of the event.

Coggins must be current as of 1/1/07

Rabies must be current as of 1/1/08

A medical release form only needs to be filled out if you are responsible for a person under 18 who you are NOT the legal parent or guardian of.  

 Please read the trail rules, they are there to insure your safety and that of the group.  If you do not follow the rules you will be asked to leave the ride.

Stay tuned for the location of our first ride!  If you would like to host one of our rides on the calendar please let me know. Email

The Lehigh Valley Trail system is amazing.  Much of it has been completed with wide stonedust trails for walkers/bikers and a wide grass area for us horse riders. 

NOTE: Be kind and follow directions so horses will still be welcome on the trail.  Horses on grass NOT gravel.

The old railroad bridges have been redone in a VERY safe manor for horse travel with high railings, rubber matting, and mounting blocks on both sides so you can get back on your horse after crossing!

For those of you who think “no way my  horse will cross a bridge” it can be done!  My Arab mare wasn’t fond of stepping on anything that changed in color.  AKA, wet spots on the driveway, crossing a yellow line on the road and so forth.   So when we rode up to this HUGE trestle bridge I thought, oh boy, there goes my ride I’ll have to go home so soon.  I dismounted, let her sniff the matting on the bridge and to my surprise she walked right on.  Even being a good 30-40 feet above the tracks or river it didn’t bother her at all.   If my mare could do it and I couldn’t even get her to set foot in a puddle I’m sure you’ll have no problem.

I’ve only ridden 1 section of the LVT so far.   The parking area is small but we managed to fit (2) 2 horse BP trailers in with no problem.  I recommend backing in and staying on the right side so others can still use the parking lot.  We rode West across 2 bridges and the trail merges with the GV Greenway.  The ride was beautiful and totally worth getting on and off for the bridges which in itself was new and exciting.

Directions:

From north:
- 390 South
- Exit 11 (Rush)
- RIGHT on Rt 251 West
- LEFT at 4 way stop (E. River Rd)
- Parking area on RIGHT (Recommend backing in)

From South:
- 390 North
- Exit 10 (Avon)
- LEFT on Rts 5&20
- RIGHT on Rochester St (After roundabout but before RR Tracks)
- Parking will be on LEFT (Recommend backing in) 

PS Don’t forget to sponsor RTR to help support the EquiCenter!

Yes, Spring is here!  The emails are starting to fly around about the annual EquiCenter Trail Trials held at Davidson Knoll Farm on June 29^th.

For all of you trail lovers out here this is a fantastic event.  Not only do you get to enjoy a beautifully groomed 5 mile course with your best equine friend but the money raised supports the EquiCenter in Mendon, NY!

If you’ve never done a trail trial before these are a BLAST!  5 miles, stroll or go it’s your choice but you must navigate the 12 or so obstacles along the way. Each obstacle is creative and challenging but don’t worry if you don’t do well.  Remember, it’s all about the fun and supporting a great cause. 

Want to join our Team?  Rochester Trail Riders is riding in the Green Horn division, if you would like to join up with us you’re more than welcome to.  Just be sure write “Rochester Trail Riders” in the team name box when you register.