Horseback riding vacations are a great way to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you travel as a family or as a couple, you are able to enjoy nature's scenic beauty on the back of a horse. Family friendly or romantic, the choice is up to you.
Before you venture out on a horseback riding vacation, you might want to try it out in smaller doses. Get your backside used to being on a horse for long periods at a time prior to committing yourself to a two-week stay with nothing more than geldings and mares to keep you company. You do not want to spend days on end on the back of a bucking bronco if you have never ridden before. Once your back and legs get used to being on a horse for hours on end, you can then comfortably commit to a longer vacation.
An equestrian vacation spent at a dude ranch could be fun for the entire family, but it's not a good idea to surprise anyone with a week-long stay at this kind of location. You might find that some members of family are not really the cowboy or cowgirl type. If, however, you've all discussed it and are rearing to go, then Saddle up for a fun time at the ranch!
Shopping for your dude ranch clothing is part of the fun with this kind of vacation. Be sure to trick yourself out in the latest cowboy styles but pay attention to comfort as well. Jeans and western-style shirts are on the fashion menu, and you will need to have a good pair of boots for your trip as well. Don't forget a cowboy hat to shade your eyes and protect your face from the sun, and wearing sunblock would be well-advised as well.
With just a little bit of planning, you and your family can have a wonderful horseback riding vacation. Giddy up partner, the fillies are ready for the trail.
For over nine decades the C Lazy U Guest Ranch in Granby, Colorado has been providing families and groups with fantastic horseback riding vacations that include not only lots of trail riding time but other activities and amenities like fly fishing, mountain biking, skeet shooting, swimming, rodeos, the luxurious Lazy You spa and upscale accommodations.
