Club Introductory Walk Only Rides
next walk only ride: watch this space for 2023 date announcement
Friday night stays are now available
WALK ONLY RIDE CALENDAR
Next Walk Only Ride
Friday 14 to Saturday 15 July 2023
No catering
Walk Only Ride
Watch here for our next Introductory Walk Only Ride
Walk Only Ride
To be announced
BYO HORSES
We are sorry we cannot provide horses. All riders are required to bring their own horses.
Walk Only rides
The next Introductory Walk Only Ride will be in 2024 with an overnight stay on Friday night.
Walk Only Rides …. Watch this page for further information.
Friday Night Stays are now available. Gates open at 4pm for Friday night arrivals.
Club members and guests can bring their own dinners or opt to eat at their own expense together at a local venue. We will advise prior to the Friday Night Stay which of our lovely local venues will be attended.
The Friday Night Stays have been introduced to help riders & horses with settling in the night before the Walk Only Ride. The morning of the ride can often be hectic, travelling to a new destination, finding the new destination, unloading, and acclimatising to a group of other riders. Some great connections and riding partnerships have been formed at our Introductory Walk Only rides.
BYO Breakfast
10 am – Saddle up for horse muster chat on the Obstacle Course. Horses in halter and lead ropes, with bridle in hand to put on horse later – all participants. Everyone will benefit from some time on the Obstacle Course as it has been designed with what riders can encounter out on the trail in mind. Riders will lead their horses through the Obstacles and then ride through the Course. Our club members will be on hand to assist. When everyone is warmed up and feeling relaxed the trail ride will begin.
Our experience has shown that a bit of time spent on the Obstacle Course results in a better experience while trail riding.
We will be sending riders a questionnaire regarding your experience and your expectations.
Riders are to bring a saddle bag, lunch and drink to take on the trail ride. Lunch can be enjoyed out on the trail.
FAQ
Is participating on the obstacle course mandatory?
Yes, Riders are more prepared and relaxed after a session warming up on the Obstacle Course. Experience has taught us that preparation is needed to ensure everyone has an enjoyable time while out riding.
Is there a requirement as to riding abilities?
Whilst it is a Walk Only Ride we do require that all riders are able to walk, trot and canter confidently outside an arena. Road rules must be observed. Directions from Ride Leaders must be adhered to. These requirements are in place for every rider’s enjoyment & safety.
What is the cost?
$130 – Friday Night Stay – Bunk bed in shared bunk room and access to shower facilities.
BYO Friday Night Dinner & Breakfast.
$95 – Walk Only Ride – Mandatory Obstacle Course Session for all riders.
When Do we pay?
Pre-payment is essential and should be received two weeks prior to the Walk Only Ride. Ride numbers are limited. If payment is not received two weeks prior to the ride, the booking will move to enquiry status and the next paid booking will be accepted in its place.
How do we pay?
EFT to Trail Riders of Victoria
BSB: 083 232
Acct: 82 586 9376
Cancellation?
Notification of cancellation is to be received two weeks prior to the ride. We will do our best to fill the spot, but should we not be able to fill it there will be no refund.
What do we bring
BYO horse, horse gear & feed, saddle bag, lead rope, lunch, snacks and drink for ride. Friday night – towel, bedding, pillow, human breakfast and dinner & extra feed for horse, portable yards if your horse doesn’t like to share a paddock. We have some yards. Wet weather gear if it looks like rain.
For those interested in coming along for a ride send us a message using the contact box below: