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[coraa]

Let's say for a moment that one loves horses and loves riding, but has not done it for years and years and years. Like, I think twelve or thirteen years at this point.

Let's say said person went to dancinghorse's horse farm and rode a truly magnificent great big Lipizzan mare (♥ to Pandora), and smiled so much while doing so that half the people watching said, "You should find a place to ride. Anybody who smiles that much when they're with a horse needs to find a place to ride."

Let's drop this ridiculous way of writing the post and say: I want to start riding again, and I need lessons -- ideally frequently (like, once a week), starting at a really basic level, but if it continues to make me so happy my face hurts from smiling, with the possibility of continuing.

I'm not ready to own a horse or even probably lease one, not from day one, but I would like to find a reputable stable where I could take lessons and ride occasionally. I live in Seattle, so if anyone happens to know anyplace in Seattle by some chance (I'd be willing to drive to get there, although probably not too far if it's going to be a regular thing), that would be Awesome. If not, tips on how to locate a reputable stable with that sort of thing would be much appreciated.

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[dancinghorse.livejournal.com]

I posted on the Lipizzaner list--there's a whole bunch of Seattleites on it. I do know of a place in Snohomish but am not sure if they have school horses or if they're all boarders. Hopefully someone will get back to me with some suggestions.

You do know that that's the heart of Lipizzandom in North America? There are major breeders in Graham, out east in Goldendale, and a bunch down around Portland. Pandora came to Arizona from Goldendale.

[coraa.livejournal.com]

Thank you! The recommendations you sent me are exactly what I was hoping for.

I actually didn't know that about the Northwest. It's wonderful, because I completely fell in love with the breed when I met yours. :)

[dancinghorse.livejournal.com]

Oh dear. You're doomed. 8)

[(Anonymous)]

There's a horse rescue project in Port Townsend that offers custom trail rides at $25/hour, or less for longer times.

[dancinghorse.livejournal.com]

Check your gmail. Two referrals to a barn in Snohomish, and some good contact info.