Tag Archives: Horseback Riding

The Cabalgata in Acosta

March is the middle of what Costa Ricans consider their summer. The days are hot and dry. All through out the country side the rural towns hold a fund raising event they call “Cabalgatas”. These are group trail rides that … Continue reading

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4* Parelli Instructor Nita Jo Rush, Feb 17- 25, 2012

Come let me be your ”user-friendly” guide to new and deeper understandings of horses and Parelli, of horseplay and riding, of “love, language, and leadership.” Let ‘s go together on both the mind-bending horse-man-ship journey and the adventure of the … Continue reading

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Check Out our Article in the Savvy Times!

Parelli Article

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The Cabalgata for Mari Cruz Belen

The horses and their riders from Barking Horse Farm and Establo San Rafael show their support for Mari Cruz Belen, the Special Olympic’s Cyclist from Puriscal, by joining in a Cabalgata. Continue reading

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New Photos of Jan Trek and David Lichman Workshop

This was a great trip because we rode with all very accomplished Parelli riders. We ended the trip with a two day workshop with David Lichman. We are currently putting together the trek and workshop schedule for 2012. We are … Continue reading

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Riding Beau Bridleless

We are having a great time riding Beau with out reins in the ring. He stops with only the leg commands and stays relaxed and calm in all the gaits. This is great for a right brain introvert that he … Continue reading

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Photos from our most recent Costa Rica trek to the beach and the David Lichman Parelli Horsemanship Workshop.

Barking Horse Farm and Establo San Rafael combined horses to take a large group (11 horses in all!) On this trip our riders were all high level Parelli students and horse owners. It was a real treat to see the … Continue reading

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7 Day Horseback Riding Trek Dec 3-9, 2010

Ride with us on a 7 day trek through the breathtaking mountains of Puriscal, Costa Rica for the super low price of $1000 US Marvel at the breathtaking views as you and your horse climb the heights of rugged mountains Learn about local … Continue reading

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We just got back from our 7 day horseback trek through the mountains to the beach!!!

We just got back from our 6 day horseback trek through the mountains to the beach!!! Continue reading

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