For Nutty’s 6th birthday, she wanted a horse party. After some research, I discovered it was just as expensive, if not cheaper, to take the party to Sunnyside Stables (and have each girl ride their own horse) as it would be to have one pony come to our house and have the girls take turns! So, we went all-out and took the party to the stables!
For Nutty, and most of the girls at the party, this was her first time on a real horse (instead of a pony at a petting zoo). For Tottie (who is too small to ride a real horse), this was her first time riding a pony by herself. Their experience is something they will never forget!
Both Hubby and I want to take the girls horseback riding for a family fun time. If Nutty can gain a little more confidence she should be able to ride her own horse. Tottie, however, will have to ride a horse with one of us. We know, however, that we will ALL have fun!
If you have never taken your children horseback riding, I highly suggest you find a stable near you. It is definitely worth the money for the memories you will gain! If you are in the southern suburbs of the Twin Cities, check out Sunnyside Stables in Rosemount.
I was not compensated for this post in any way nor was I asked to mention or link to Sunnyside Stables. I simply mentioned and linked to them because I was impressed with what they did for Nutty’s party and how they took care of the horses, us, and our party girls. I give them a big thumbs up!!
Hey, from another red-headed Jamie! Saw your blog on the sits Girls, and have joined your site! My daughter (now 22) fell in love with horses as a 4 year old. We got her a pony when she was 8, and she’s still riding and competing! If they’re “horse crazy,” they don’t just “outgrow” it! It kept her involved with good kids, lots of family time on weekends at horse shows, and held off interest in boys (which was well worth the money!) Just one friendly warning, though, Mama to Mama: it is an expensive hobby! Looking forward to keeping up with y’all’s adventures! Oh, and I LOVE your blog name and pic with the blocks! I remember those days of toys in the dryer. Crayons and ink pins are worse! LOL!
This looks like a blast! My middle child loves all things horse. We still have the Kentucky Derby saved on our DVR.
Aww! It looks like you guys had a great time!! When I was a kid I loved horses – I bet they will remember the fun they had today for many years to come! 🙂
Newest follower via Bloggy Moms 🙂 I would love to give my son horseback riding lessons or at least an experience riding a horse when he gets older. Lucky for us, my in-laws own a horse 🙂 They are such gentle and beautiful creatures. Love your blog! Lots of great stuff on here 🙂
I remember loving horses when I was that age. I took lessons for a couple of years. It was great!