Riding in the Foxhunting Field and How to Halt Correctly

The hunt field is the definition of Real World Riding! Solange speaks on her love of the field and how it truly is a place for All Riders…and All Horses! Next we have an interview with a long time Foxhunter who shares her riding story. Spring is here and Solange thinks that this makes it the perfect time for us all to practice our halt transitions!Horses in the Morning Stable Riding with Solange Episode:Host: Solange of Stable RidingSponsor: Stable RidingGuest: ValerieTime Stamps:00:32 - Solange on riding cliques and foxhunting02:46 - Discovering foxhunting at 1705:00 - Foxhunting basics and terminology06:21 - Hunt fields and field master roles07:41 - Community vibe and introducing Valerie09:11 - Wild hunt on bad pony Pickles10:17 - Valerie’s age and starting riding at 3612:36 - Anxiety around “large fauna” and value of groundwork16:05 - Why Valerie loves hunting and “church” on horseback20:00 - Meet Gorn, the OTTB gentle giant24:12 - Memorable joint meet and extended trot “sailing”29:34 - Stable Riding vs show ring position and key tweaks34:54 - Huge rear and “sit a little trouble” success story40:00 - Rex the standardbred and foxhunting’s inclusivity45:39 - Rider tip: practicing halt transitions