Autumn Delights for Horse Owners: 10 Reasons To Love Autumn
With a hint of crispness in the air, horse owners can look forward to the many joys which autumn brings, from exploring the countryside bathed in glorious rich autumn colour to enjoying a hot cuppa, tack cleaning and chatting with friends back at the yard. In this blog, we give you ten reasons to love autumn.
Stroll out in stunning scenery
Now is the time to plan a few longer hacks and enjoy the golden autumnal hues before the weather and scenery change. Immerse yourself in nature's beauty for memories made with equine friends.
Go for a gallop
After the heat and the hard ground of summer, autumn showers make way to softer ground conditions offering the perfect opportunity for a fast canter or gallop on good going.
Book a photo shoot with your horse
Book a professional horse photo shoot with your beloved equine friend for a set of photos you'll treasure forever. Take advantage of nature's magical backdrop and book a photographic session for images you cherish forever.
Try some autumn delights
Whether it's planning to try something different with your horse or discover new hacking routes, autumn is the time for horse owners to have some fun! Look for some local dressage competitions to enter, enjoy a fun ride with friends or improve your horsey knowledge with an online course.
The real reason to love autumn
We love autumn because the flies are becoming less of a nuisance, and we don't have to worry about the heat or hard ground. Summer was fun, but autumn is so much better!
The chance to update your wardrobe
Even if it's just a cheeky purchase to update our autumn riding clothes, such as a knitted pom hat, headband or a pair of waterproof riding gloves, autumn buys are those buys that you know you'll enjoy wearing for many more seasons to come.
Gorgeous base layers and cosy quilt gilets make autumn riding more cosy and enjoyable.
The opportunity to dig out all those lovely autumn rugs
You've cleaned and packed all your rugs away neatly, so now is the time to sort through them all and organise them ahead of the winter months ahead. Put the rugs in order of preference, putting your fleece and lightweight rugs to the forefront of your storage area so that they are easily accessible as and when you need them.
A chance to pamper your horse
As your horse's coat starts to change, there's nothing like a good grooming session and final bath before the colder weather arrives to get his coat looking and feeling fabulous ready for a long winter or ahead of a fresh new haircut!
An opportunity to prepare for winter
We love autumn as it's when we start to prepare the yard for winter, removing cobwebs, cleaning out our tack rooms and tidying and repairing to ensure that we are organised before the colder weather arrives. Jobs that were too hot to carry out during summer mean that autumn is an ideal time to tackle those essential jobs!
Spending quality time with your horse
With the prospect of shorter daylight hours, most horses will see a change in routine, meaning more time spent in the stable and less out in the field. This gives you the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your horse. From grooming to groundwork, there are many ways that you can strengthen your bond with your horse.
