Tag Archives: horseback riding

On The Trails Again

Posted on February 8, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Our group, the Redwood Empire Trail Riders, likes to hit the trails together, or on our own. Here are photos from some of our rides. One of our favorite annual rides is to climb Pine Mtn up to the Bob … Continue reading →

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Tech vs. Horse Play

Posted on January 13, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Arrrgh! It’s necessary for tech updates around here. But I’d much rather be out playing with the horses and dog. The horses look quite fit on their winter pasture near the coast. Here’s Gracie and her buddy Mustang Argo out … Continue reading →

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Trail Ride Fun

Posted on January 8, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Mickey, a Kiger Mustang, checks out his selfie image with Aaron. An all around good sport, Mickey is sensible boy on our trail rides. He’s settled in well from his prior wild horse status in the Oregon hills. Here’s Greg … Continue reading →

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Appreciation

Posted on June 1, 2016 by robinofrockridge

In that lull between spring and summer one of the best way to enjoy life is to venture out into nature and appreciate it. Gracie and I found a spot where the wild oats were up as tall as her … Continue reading →

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Lazy Me Trail Ride

Posted on May 1, 2016 by robinofrockridge
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Come Out and Play

Posted on April 16, 2016 by robinofrockridge

On Sunday, April 24th the Redwood Riders will host their opening day Play Day to kick off their 2016 horse show season. They have planned this day of horseback play for the whole family to enjoy as not only fun, … Continue reading →

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What is the horse saying with his ears?

Posted on April 2, 2015 by robinofrockridge

What is the horse saying with his ears?.

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The Good Old Boys

Posted on February 18, 2014 by robinofrockridge

Author Elmer Kelton started writing The Good Old Boys while his father was still able to retell the stories from his former ranching and cowboy days. Those stories inspired Kelton to write The Good Old Boys. He created the character … Continue reading →

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Jealousy Takes A Bite

Posted on December 16, 2013 by robinofrockridge

            Jealousy is an ugly emotion no matter what type of critter is expressing it. We all know the human clichés depicting jealousy’s vengeful stares, back stabbing, and plotted revenge to right a perceived hurt. But is the supposed cause … Continue reading →

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For Valentine’s Day: Good As It Gets

Posted on February 11, 2011 by robinofrockridge

The following poem is by Sandy Baker. She previously published it in the Redwood Empire Trail Riders newsletter, the Roadapple Gazette. This ties in well with Valentine’s Day and hints at spring not far away. We all know that cold-backed horse … Continue reading →

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