Riding also teaches complete focus, because if your mind wanders, then your horse will wander, too. Riders also get stronger both physically and emotionally, because riding requires intelligence and understanding to stand up and take charge and to control fear or anger while in the saddle. These characteristics and disciplines that the rider develops can be applied to other areas of their lives.
Supervisor Kathryn Barger celebrates Los Angeles County’s great equestrian tradition
by hosting her annual “Barger’s TrailBlazers” trail ride, held this year at Frank G. Bonelli Park in San Dimas.
“Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation maintains a vast trail system that stretches over 200 miles and provides our equestrians, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts with a full range of recreational opportunities,” she said.
