05/05/2025
After 8 weeks of training, learning, and bonding, our 2025 Intro to Distance riders completed their program with a successful ride at the Spring Chessie CDR at scenic Fair Hill!
Our Intro riders learned about pacing and conditioning, vet checks and trot-outs, fitness for horse and rider, nutrition, crewing, and shoeing as they developed their skills and strength to take on distance riding. Everyone dug deep to make huge improvements over the 8 weeks and then over again the 12.5 mile ride to get to the finish line! Congratulations to everyone, and welcome to the Distance Team!!
Joining our Intro participants, Jessica took advantage of the opportunity to get some conditioning miles on on the 25 mile CTR with Delilah. Coaches Elizabeth and Katie were joined by Phil and Elana on their trusted steeds Estrella, Jimmy, Chip, and Ozzie to round out the pack in the 12.5 mile CDR.
Thank you to Laura Broglie of Enhanced Equilibrium, Shannon Cody of Shannon Cody Yoga, Team Captain Jesseanne Norton, and Dr. Nancy Reams of SMEVS for sharing your expertise to help our Intro participants prepare for their first ride. Thank you to Cate, Denise, and the CTRC for an inviting and educational event, well marked trails, and 10/10 for the weather! Thanks to ADM Animal Nutrition - Horse Feeds and Farmers Cooperative Association, Inc. for keeping all our horses in perfect form.
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