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So you think you’re a Texan?? Have you ridden a horse yet!!

By
Real Estate Agent with ADKOR Realty

 

 

Being in real estate I work with a lot of out of state clients. It never fails that at some point throughout the conversation they will ask what it's like living in Texas. I find for a lot of people those old Texas stereo types still exist today. Does everyone in Texas drive a truck, does everyone where cowboy hats and live on a ranch, is everything really bigger in Texas? Now I may be exaggerating just a bit, but you would be surprised by some of the questions I get asked about living in Texas.

 

Well thinking along those lines brought me to my next Texas adventure. The top question always has to do with horses....do kids ride horses to school (yep...someone did ask that question), do you still see people riding horses around town; do most people in Texas ride horses....Etc.

 

Well if you haven't ridden a horse I will say it is not for everyone, but it is almost like a right of passage to become a real "Texan"....I mean you can't live in Texas without riding a horse at least once, right??

 

 

Anyway, moving right along, I decided I was going to take my daughter to experience her first real adventure on horseback. We are in Texas, so I really wasn't too concerned about being able to find a couple of places that offer guided rides, though I was very pleasantly surprised to find one so close to us. We went to Bear Creek Stables located right off FM 1626 in Buda Texas (technically in Manacha, where Brodie T's in to FM 1626). Not only was it less than 10 minutes away, but it also was voted as the favorite equestrian of 2008 by Austin Family Magazine. Bear Creek offers something for everyone; 1 hour guided rides, riding lessons, free horseback riding demonstrations, full care horse boarding, day camps, horse training, parties,  BBQ's and even hays rides!

 

 

 

Now, I will say that this is probably not the least expensive thing you can find to do in the Kyle and Buda area, but as I said earlier....You can't consider yourself a real Texan if you haven't ridden a horse at least once! You might find once is enough for you J. (I must say I am still a bit sore..lol)

 

It cost $40 per person for a group of 2 and $35 per person for a group of 3 or more. That buys you a 1 hour guided ride. For those of you that will be first time riders, I would think that 1 hour will be plenty of time for you.

 

I went with my daughter (almost 8) and my younger sister (15) and we all had a great time. I wasconcerned once my daughter got up close to a real horse she may get nervous or even scared by how large they are, but that was not the case at all. With a little help she hopped right on and 2 minutes later she thought she was a pro! My sister even commented on how much she enjoyed it (for anyone who has a 15 year old, you might understand how seldom they like to admit they are having fun if friends are not involved)

 

   

 

So, in short, riding horses at Bear Creek Stables was a hit for everyone involved!

 

 

 

"Talk" to you soon

 

 

Comments (1)

Bill Gillhespy
16 Sunview Blvd - Fort Myers Beach, FL
Fort Myers Beach Realtor, Fort Myers Beach Agent - Homes & Condos

Hi Ashley,  I remember getting my daughters into riding.  They both developed into terrific riders ( English, Hunt Seat ) and enjoyed going to local shows and competing on the equestrian team.  Great memories and certainly one of the best interests a young person can develop.

Aug 28, 2008 05:10 AM