Safety and Horse Rules

• We adhere to safety policies and practices set out by the Nova Scotia Equestrian Federation.
  All guests will be given safety and horse handling instructions before every trail ride.\

• Riding horses involves an element of risk and all people using the facilities must sign a waiver releasing the owners of liability. 

• All guests must wear a proper fitting riding helmet which will be provided (feel free to bring your own but must be a horseback riding helmets only, no bike/motorcycle/skateboard helmets etc. ).

• Guests must dress appropriately for riding and weather conditions. Wearing layers is recommended.  Keep in mind it is often 10 degrees cooler on the hottest days near the shore, and sometimes foggy. Long pants and sturdy footwear with a heel are required to ride safely. No sandals, open shoes, or bare ankles will be permitted.

• Children under 10 are not permitted on trail rides per our insurance policy, and beginner riders must be 12 or over (*see below for our definition of a beginner rider).

• We are currently booking a maximum of 4 guests per ride.

• Based on size of our horses, we cannot accommodate persons weighing above 240 lbs. (20% of the horses weight) 

• A certain level of physical capability is required to ride a horse. You know your physical limitations better than anyone else and have to discern if a trail ride is something that is within those limitations. Some things to consider would be your fitness level (your legs and core will be actively working) , any breathing restrictions ( how easily you get winded), and your ability to stay balanced.  By booking a trail ride you are confirming that all riders have read and agreed to these restrictions and rules, and feel that they meet the general level of fitness required for such an activity.

• Please inform us of any allergies or physical/ mental conditions or concerns which may impact your riding experience so we can do our best to meet your needs. All personal information is confidential. 

• Always keep a distance of at least 2 meters behind horses while riding, and always verbally let a horse be aware when you are approaching them from behind.

• No smoking of any kind and no alcohol on the farm or trails.

• No dogs permitted on the property.

• Always treat the animals with kindness when interacting with them, and never speak poorly to any of our horses–absolute zero tolerance of animal mistreatment or abuse. We reserve the right to remove you from your horse and no refund will be issued if you do not adhere to this policy.
   

*We classify guests riding experience as follows:

1. Beginner: Has ridden a horse less than 10 times, or had 5 or less riding lessons on the back of a horse, and no formal shows or competitions.

2. Intermediate: Has ridden a horse consistently for over a year, more than 5 lessons, and/or competed in shows or events.

3. Advanced: Has ridden more than 3 years consistently and ridden recently, has obtained rider levels through a Provincial Equestrian Federation, or competed for more than 2 years in shows or events.
   
   We will have printed copies of our waivers on site to be signed prior to the ride, please take the time to review waivers  prior to arrival to make this a speedy process at the time of the ride. Feel free to print and initial/sign waivers ahead of time and bring them with you.