Riding horses is fun!

Whether it's in a show or for practice, learning a new skill or working with a new horse, ambling along a trail or going full-tilt through the barrels, riding is a total pleasure. The horse, the smell of the leather, the enjoyment of nature - all are elements of the joy we get from being riders.

This pleasure is often enhanced and extended by sharing these pleasure with others who also find them to be a desirable part of their lives. These shared delights are part of why you see so many events and gatherings among those who ride.

Below you will find information designed to help you find places and events that may be of interest to you. As we obtain more information we will post it - we like sharing our passion too!

The Eagle Point Park Equestrian Center in Clinton is a nice facility easily accessible from western Illinois and eastern Iowa. It has a very nice ring where the Clinton Horsemen's Club holds events in the spring, summer and fall. The Fun Shows and the Speed Shows are well-organized, and attract a number of participants and visitors. Parking is spacious, the food delicious, and the crowd is a delight!

In Iowa there are a number of horse trails, varying in terrain and range of difficulty. It's pretty easy to find one that fits your abilities and is within your reach. The link below, to the "Horse and Travel" website, provides a list of the most popular public park trails and links to each park. The phone numbers and e-mails for the contact at each is also provided.

http://www.horseandtravel.com/states/iowa_horse_trails.html

And just across the Mississippi: http://www.horseandtravel.com/states/illinois_horse_trails.html