ARENA MAINTENANCE-
Here on the ranch, it's not just about riding horses. There are lots of other "projects" that have to get done or be maintained on a regular basis so that we can continue to enjoy the beauty of our facilities.
Running a set of disks and a harrow over the arena at least once a week is one of these tasks.
Thomas (Wrangler) takes great pride in keeping the indoor arena in "tip top" shape, especially over the winter months since it's always our back-up to riding outdoors in the wind and snow!
It can take up to one hour or more to get all of the "dips" out of the sand.
The goal is to create a soft and even riding surface that is enjoyable for both rider and horse!
One of the "prettiest" pieces of dirt on the ranch.
And, did I mention it smells delightful too? Really, haven't you ever smelled fresh tilled dirt?
I guess you have to be a country girl to love that smell!
Making the rounds, this is a harrow, also sometimes called a "rake." After the soil has been tilled with a set of metal disks, we hook up the harrow to smooth the surface.
The finished product!
Now, who shall we ride first???