Embrace the changing of seasons with this fun list!
Fall is nearly here with shorter days, cooler temperatures, and changing leaves. For many, this season is welcomed with open arms. Equestrians can finally say goodbye to the hot, buggy days of summer. Your horse is likely excited for autumn, as well. There are many extra activities you can partake in now that the weather is shifting. Have some fun and make a fall bucket list!
Fall Horse Activities
A trail ride through the woods!
What better way to experience fall foliage than on the back of your horse. Whether you have trails on your own property or have to trailer out, there’s plenty of sights to be seen everywhere! Gorgeous yellows, reds, and oranges paint the trees! The blue skies and white fluffy clouds make it a day to remember.
Saddle up with a group of your barn buddies and explore the outdoors. It’ll also be fun to catch up on everything happening in your circle of friends. Plan an all-day event with a picnic and some tasty treats like muffins or dried apples.
Attend a costume contest.
Halloween is tucked in the middle of fall. This fun holiday gives riders and their horse a chance to dress up together. You can buy a costume or design your own. If you take the DIY route, makes sure to start well in advance. Some ideas include a bee and flower, dragon and knight, zebra and zookeeper to name a few.
If you have a confident horse, then consider entering him in the local parade. How much fun would it be to prance the streets aboard your horse. The kids will love seeing you and him in your costumes!
Capture special moments during an autumn photo shoot.
Pictures can last a lifetime! Fall leaves make the perfect backdrop for a photo shoot. Whether you hire someone or create your own little scene, these pictures will be gorgeous. This season has a special warmth that comes across. Don’t miss the opportunity!
Bake a tasty treat for your horse.
This activity may start in the kitchen, but it’ll end in the barn with your horse sampling your tasty creations. From sweet apples to crunchy carrots, there are so many yummy ingredients to incorporate. You can even offer your horse some pumpkin this time of year!
Try this homemade oatmeal treat, if you need a simple recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1 large Carrot
- 1 large Apple
- 1 cup Molasses
- 2 1/2 cups Old Fashioned Oats
- 2 Tablespoons Oil
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- In a large bowl, shred the carrot and the apple.
- Stir in the oil, oats, and molasses. Make sure all of the oats are covered in the molasses.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Flatten the treats against the bottom of the pan with a spoon or your fingers.
- Bake for roughly 40 minutes or until crispy.
- Remove the treats from the oven and let them cool. Once hardened, cut them into pieces.
Recipe courtesy of LittleHouseLiving.com
Every horse deserves a spa day!
When the temperatures start to drop, the wooly hair comes out! It can be hard to give your horse a deep cleaning, unless you have the right tools. A horse vacuum can be extra helpful in blowing out their hair or sucking up dirt. A rubber curry with some elbow grease can also make your horse look like a million bucks. Some riders like to tidy up their horse by trimming a bridle path and clipping whiskers. There are even products that spot treat manure and grass stains, no water necessary.
Soak up the beauty and cool temperatures of this amazing season. There is so much you and your horse can do!
