Be Prepared
Riding Policies
Based on your abilities, height, and weight the most appropriate available horse will be chosen for you.
Weight limit: 230 pounds.
Age limits: Trail Rides- 10 years old, Lessons- 7 years old, Pony Rides- 1 year old to adult.
HELMETS WITH HARNESSES ARE MANDATORY AT ALL TIMES WHEN MOUNTED ON A HORSE.
If you do not have your own helmet (this could be a horseback riding helmet, bike helmet, skate/snowboarding helmet, etc.) we have a selection of helmets that you may borrow.
Boots with a heel are recommended when riding western and are mandatory when riding English. Sandals may not be worn while riding or interacting with the horses.
Previous riding experience is necessary before riding on the trail. If this requirement is not met, other services, such as lessons and pony rides, can be provided instead.
All rides are guided.
Waiver Form
Waiver Forms must be filled out completely before your ride at Langley 204 Horseback Riding.
Please print and fill out your waiver form prior to your ride if:
- Your parent/guardian is unable to attend the day of your ride
- You have a large group of 10+ people
- You would like to save time the day of your ride
Waivers will be provided at the time of your ride.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your ride time to fill out the waiver form and get ready for your ride (find a helmet, use the washroom, pay, get acquainted with your horse, & etc.)
Preferred Riding Orders
Riding orders are chosen according to the horses temperament and habits
All horses, like people, have likes and dislikes…
Some like to be in front, some like to be in the middle, and some prefer to be last. Some like to be by their friends and are rivals with others. NONE of them like to be tail gated.
Most lead horses are more competitive as second horses and are therefore more relaxed as a lead horse.
We recommend you…
1. Always keep a horse length distance between riders, to avoid bucking, kicking, biting, and etc.
2. Keep in single file to avoid competition or racing
3. Walk by oncoming traffic – do not stop, and always keep to the right of the trail to allow plenty of room for other trail users.
4. Proper etiquette is all about kindness and sensibility to acquiring utmost safety for all.
Keep In Mind
We recommend that you allow ONE HOUR longer for each service to ensure that your ride will not interfere with any other plans you have.
We ride rain or shine. Lessons may not be cancelled due to the weather as they are held indoors. For extreme weather conditions, such as heavy rain, hail, snow, wind, please call to cancel ASAP.
24 hours notice is required for all cancellations not due to extreme weather conditions. If notice is not given Langley 204 reserves the right to charge in full.
All people at Langley 204’s facilities must wear proper shoes. Sandals are not adequate footwear around horses.