Audrey Pavia 
Trail Riding 
A Complete Guide

Experience the sheer joy of being one with your horse and one with nature.



When you”re riding the trails with your horse, you enjoy a refreshing feeling of freedom, the exhilaration of exploration, and an invigorating escape from the demands of the day. You”re in control–as long as you can control the 1, 000-pound creature you”re riding. Trail Riding: A Complete Guide takes you from the basics to more advanced trail riding skills with information on:

* How to choose a horse, including basics on conformation

* Finding the best trail-riding lessons, tack, and equipment

* Feeding, care, grooming, health care, and stable management

* Conditioning–for the horse and yourself

* Trailering to trails

* Advanced trail riding, including information on camping with your horse, how competitive trail riding is judged, and racing on the trail

* Tips on how to find the best trails, both locally and around the country





This book helps you develop the knowledge and skills that will give you a leg up every time you climb in the saddle. You and your horse will become the perfect pair for relaxing yet energizing adventures off the beaten path.