Dearfellow horseback riders,

HaveI got a ride for you! 

Manyof us have been chomping at the bit for a chance to do some real riding… andour moment has finally arrived!

Wehave made arrangements with Double D Guest Ranch near the Delaware Water Gap totake us for a half-day ride in Footbridge Park, which means 3+ hours of realriding with a break for lunch in the middle. 

Soundlike fun?

Readon for details:

WHEN? Sunday, June 19, 2011.  Our ride begins at 10:00 AM at the beginning of the trail.  Be on time so you don’t miss your ride!

STABLEDETAILS: Double D Guest Ranch http://www.doubledguestranch.com/Programs.htm.

MUSTI BE AN EXPERIENCED RIDER?

Nope.All are welcome, as long as you don’t mind the smell of horse. 

Noteto new riders: 3 hours in the saddlecan become painful for the uninitiated. If you are considering this for your first ride, it may be wise tochoose a shorter trip for getting your feet wet. 

WILLIT BE A BORING TRAILRIDE?

Thatdepends on your definition of ‘boring.’ Every trail ride does depend on thetrail guides’ comfort that all riders can hold on safely.  That confidence will vary based onexperience and expertise of the participants of a particular ride.

Wewill be a group of 15 riders, divided into smaller groups based roughly byability. This means that if the trail guide for your group determines everyoneis able to trot, you’ll have that chance! (Maybe even canter…. )

HOWMUCH:

$106if confirm before Sunday, June 12, $123 thereafter (depending onavailability). 

NOTE: Because of a good relationship we are developingwith the stable, I am pleased to offer you this ride AT COST (tip and paypalfees included)! You won’t get a much better deal in the city for this kind ofride.

HOWTO SIGN UP?

A)Send your payment of $106 (Early Bird) or $123 (Late Bird) to the Paypalaccount, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . All monies forwarded to this account will beremitted to the Jewish Outdoors Club.

B)Please also respond to the following questions so that we can plan a successfulride for you:

1)Name

2)Cell Phone number

3)E-mail address

4)Point of departure

5)Riding experience (choose one)

       (a)What’s a horse?

       (b)Walker: I’ve ridden once or twice before

       (c)Trotter: I’ve taken lessons at some time or another

       (d)Cowboy comfortable in the saddle

7)Riding preferences: (a) As fast as we can go OR (b) A gentle autumn ride

NOTE:You are not signed up until payment is received. I will then e-mail you toconfirm your registration.

Ifyou sign up, please be committed to the event, and don't back out last minute –this would stink for others who might get closed out.

HOWTO USE PAYPAL:

1)Go to www.paypal.com

2)Create a log in name and password (this is free).

3)Select "Send a Payment"

4)Fill out the form for payment information, and send $106 EB/ $123 LB This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Ifyou encounter any difficulties, you can also contact me.

CLOTHING:

Longpants and sneakers, riding boots and/or helmet if you have them. 

Helmetsare also available at the stable. Skirts are do-able as long as they areflowing and worn with pants or leggings underneath.

TRANSPORTATION: We will work out rides during the week before theevent, once registration is concluded.

Otherquestions, feel free to e-mail me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Lookingforward to riding with you!

Amy