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New season of trail riding returns at Mercer County Stables!

Mercer County Stables (MCS) is inviting the community to participate in its 2022-23 Trail Riding Program, which starts in October this fall and runs through May next Spring.

 

Reservations begin at 9 a.m. on Sept. 12. Phone-in reservations only. MCS require reservations to participate. Have your Community Pass account set up before calling to make your reservation. To reserve a trail riding spot, call 609-730-9059 x401.

For this relaxing walk-only trail ride, the program organizers want the public to join them for a 45-minute guided ride around the trail at Mercer Stables property for ages 12 and up; adults are welcome too!

Previous riding experience is not necessary, but riders must be able to control the horse. At the management’s discretion, riders may be on lead for the rider’s safety.

Weight Restrictions: 220 lbs. max weight limit, weigh-in will be required by all participants. They must be physically able to get on and off the horse without assistance. Boots are preferred; no open-toed shoes, ballet flats, thin sneakers (like Vans/Converse) or tight clothing. Wearing a riding helmet is required (provided by MCS).

Please allow for some extra time before and after your scheduled trail ride. One adult from the same family must register with minors. When making reservations, MCS may provide additional policies.

Trail Riding at Mercer Stables starts Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, and runs to mid-May 2023.

Times: Mondays – 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays- 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m.

Thursdays – 10:30 a.m.

Saturdays- 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m.

Cost: 45-minute trail ride $45.00

*Actual time may vary by a few minutes depending on how fast or slow the horses walk.

Age Requirement: 12 years old and up

Weight Restrictions: 220 lbs. maximum

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