Horseback Riding - Beginner & Advanced...

Please read the entire event description, so you don't ask questions already answered and/or leave gear behind. This event requires a non-refundable security deposit ($50) to be etransferred. In the event of needing to drop out, the deposit can be "refunded" by finding someone to take your place. The deposit will be maintained if the event is postponed due to bad weather.

Only 10 riders will be selected!! There will be 2 groups able to go horseback riding, one for Beginners (1 hr = $137) at 11am and then the Advanced (1.5 hr = $175) at 1pm. Regardless of the group, for the health of [the horses, everyone must weigh less than 200 lbs! The Beginners, anyone who has never ridden or has not ridden much. Regardless of departure time, everyone must be at the stables 45 minutes before their departure time so you can receive instructions on how to ride and to become familiar with one's horse before riding. The patio has gas powered heaters and chairs, if you arrive early or are waiting for a rider to return. The Advanced group will depart at 12pm. Everyone must dress warm (layers, hat, gloves, etc), wear boots with a heel, and be prepared to ride through creeks.

CARPOOLING:
Group size depends entirely on number of drivers/vehicles available!! ONLY if yo[u are in the Going list are you allowed to contact drivers to ask for a seat in their vehicle. Contact drivers directly to ensure they have room. For those carpooling, the payment is $9 CDN per hour of driving per person.

Link to Carpool Sheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/13Gn3n-HvXe76TZD2QLLJwal2OYyBP2gbK2F62isgLmM/edit?usp=sharing

ATTENDANCE:
Only RSVP if you ARE attending! We don't need a list of those who can't attend or can't do it.

By RSVP'ing Yes for this event, you acknowledge having read and agreeing to the rules and waiver for this group. To have your RSVP Accepted, every attendee must display a clear, unobstructed and current close up photo of themselves. Also, if you do NOT answer all of the questions in your profile, and/or if you input fake info to answer the RSVP questions, then your RSVP will be Ignored or Rejected. Until corrected, those in the Wait List ahead of you with a proper profile will be Accepted before you.

FITNESS:
Please make sure you ARE ABLE participate! Each member is solely responsible for their well-being and their capacity to finish the event! If you cannot continue, you are solely responsible to return to parking lot. This may require you to wait for your driver to return or for a driver to wait until all their passengers return hours later.

SAFETY:
This event is weather dependent! It will ONLY occur under ideal conditions. For example, if there is NO significant rain/snow that could compromise trail conditions, if there is NO increase in the need for professional gear, and/or there is NO increase in avalanche conditions that could contribute to unnecessary risk(s) of injury. If there is any risk of postponing the event, hikers will be notified Friday by 7pm. Leave an event plan with a responsible person, explaining your destination, who is with you, and your estimated return time!

HEALTH:
If you have a medical conditions that could be a factor during the event, speak to the host so I can be prepared in event of an emergency. This is voluntary. All information is confidential. I am NOT a paramedic and response is limited in remote settings. It is better to plan ahead, instead of last minute decisions in a worst-case-scenario.

RESTRICTIONS: This is a closed group of dedicated, responsible, and like-minded people sharing enjoyable outdoor experiences. If a friend (+1) is interested in attending, have them join the group; it's free. There are NO kids and NO dogs allowed!!