My Learn to Ride Book [antikvár]

Introductionly.Most boys and girls at some time or another dream of owning their own pony. But for many people, for all sorts of reasons, it is often not possible for that lovely dream to come true. Well, if you are among them, don't despair! After all, being with ponies, learning how to look after and ride them is all that really matters, whether they belong to you or your local riding school.MY LEARN TO RIDE BOOK will give you the basis for a good all round knowledge and understanding of ponies. Here you will learn how to look after them, groom them and care for their saddlery and equipment, as well as how to actually ride and jump, because these aspects of horsemanship are all equally important and enjoyable. Time spent with a pony, caring for him and simply getting to know him is very satisfying. In return, you will have a lot of fun and the special comradeship that comes from the association with horses and ponies.Well, now that you ore all set to learn to ride, just a few words about the sort of clothes you willneed. The only really important item of clothing you must have before starting out on your riding career is a correctly fitting hard hat. It is essential that you wear it wherever and whenever you ride, even if it is only from the field to the stable. Accidents can happen - the pony might stumble and toss you over his shoulder, on to your head. Or, just as easily, you could hit your head on an overhanging branch it simply isn't worth the risk!Having taken care of that very necessary item, what else will you need? Surprisingly little, for although jodhpurs, riding boots and hacking jackets are all nice to hove, you can begin to ride with a strong pair of jeans, leather shoes and a jumper You con add to your wardrobe as time goes on!It takes time to build up an understanding between you and your pony. But this, coupled with the good advice you'll find here and your own common sense will introduce you to one of the most natural and satisfying pastimes.