The Reality Of Trail Riding With Kids (of course someone falls off) // Versatile Horsemanship

In this video you'll see the reality of trail riding with kids, the giggles, the thrills, the spills, and good fun for all involved. This is our first trail ride as a family. Our kids are riding our miniature horses, Rosie and Daisy, who have never been ridden on the trail.
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[@VersatileHorsemanship]

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[@deannabarker625]

🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎

[@nyxxexists]

I love that you show the REALITY of owning horses were most people show all the good moments and how good there horse is and how expensive there tack is and all that and you just keep it real, I appreciate that so much :) Keep doing what your doing and I will keep watching! Also your kids are SO CUTE (equine and human ;) )

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Sienna Silverbell thank you, I really appreciate that. I definitely like to keep it real 😂

[@coffeehugger]

That's what I thought as well. It is so real, no phony crap. Honest and magical.

[@tjm00000]

THIS HAS GOT TO BE THE CUTEST THING THAT IVE EVER SEEN; YOUR TWO KIDS BOBBING UP AND DOWN ON THOSE PONIES WHEN THEY TROT. HOW ADORABLE!

[@bigshannon6065]

Tracey Jane Merrikin that’s called posting or sit stand

[@tjm00000]

@@bigshannon6065 yes in England it's called rising trot, but it's sooo cute to see them on their tiny ponies

[@monicap1717]

I forsee you laughing so hard it is YOU that falls off...lol❤

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Monica Peterson I’m really surprised I didn’t 😂

[@stevehuey5729]

Your whole family is hilarious 😂 and just add horses to the mix and we have a show😂😂😂

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

steve huey thanks! I’m glad you enjoy!

[@cmarie5774]

I smiled all thru this video, except when my heart jumped when the bird spooked the ponies. Beautiful country, and your kids did great! Thanks for sharing your first family trail ride!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

CMarie57 thank you! My heart skipped a few beats too 😂

[@Rebelgirl-kv6bd]

OMG this was the absolute cutest thing I've ever seen, well besides Manzer...lol!! I would love to see more vlogs like this, I smiled & laughed the whole time, lol.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Ashley Motto thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@debbiesmith6344]

What a lovely video all of you riding together and looked such fun 😊.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Debbie Smith thanks, we had a great time!

[@dorothymerrell6091]

It’s great that the kids get to go trail riding, those ponies are just the right size them. Watching the video sure brings back memories of taking my horse out trail riding, that was probably the best time of my life.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Dorothy Merrell some of my best childhood memories were on the trail 😊

[@wonderwoman978]

oh I dream of doing this with my husband and future kiddos. This video is SO cute.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thank you

[@tracyrain4941]

Oh my word...that was so brilliantly funny to watch. The tears were pouring down my face with laughing too much! Jason, cool and collected up front and you a giggling wreck at the rear! Such a lovely wee family. I know this'll sound weird but do you fancy adopting a forty-something woman from Scotland?! Lol 😂😂😂

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Tracy Rain I’m glad you found it as funny as I did. My gosh I still laugh about it. It was hard for me to edit 😂

[@zarico6157]

That’s it. I’ve found the most wholesome place on the internet. This is the sweetest comment section and the cutest video I sWEAR- Honestly, I hope everyone is having fantastic day! ヾ(＾∇＾)

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Aw thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@mauraswenson8892]

Your laughter response to "bad" stuff cracked me up! I do the same thing, not always appropriate. Ahhhahaha! 😏😂💞

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Maura Swenson totally not appropriate in many cases but I can’t help it 😂

[@suzystone244]

Perfect. Inappropriate 🤣❤

[@JordanJames316]

Me too! I l've had to bite my cheek on more than one occasion 😂

[@ashleywilson191]

The toad at the end made me laugh. I enjoyed this video it was very wholesome!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed it.

[@Laurieb2851]

Don't feel bad about the laughing. When there is stress, you have to relieve that stress and sometimes it eases up in a variety of ways - laughing being one of them. When I got married, I guess I was nervous because I laughed during the ceremony. Just prior to the ceremony, the chapel people ask you about everything you want for your ceremony. Well, we were just there to get married and all of those questions was like having to make wedding plans all within five minutes before you go in the chapel to be married. When they asked us if we wanted music, hubby goes, "HUH?" Then he asked how much that cost and then quickly told them that we could live without music. For everything you want during the ceremony, it costs something more. Now who wouldn't laugh after an experience like that. Wedding, all plans made in five minutes before you actually get married. No, I would not exactly advise anyone to do it that way.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Laurieb2851 haha, definitely something to laugh about

[@bwheat60]

I got tickled at you being tickled at watching the kids! Fun and great memories! 💕🙏☮️

[@jenniferlehman2464]

This is so good for the horses minds as well as watching and giggling along with you about Bodie and Tovah!! And it teaches both of the kids so much on these light trail rides. To be more aware of their surroundings and their horses. Both of them have such natural seats, hands and legs!! A joy to watch!!! I'm enjoying this video so much Brandi!! Thank you so much for sharing this awesome and enjoyable video!! Best Regards from Ontario, Canada, your friend, I hope I may call you that Brandi, Jenn!!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Jennifer Lehman thank you for the kind words!

[@laurashipp447]

After losing MS. Kitty on Wednesday and all the sadness I felt for you and your family, I was so happy to see this video in my recommended! I was so glad to hear your infectious laugh with your precious family! Yes, I realize this was six months ago, but it's still great!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thank you! That is one of my absolute favorite videos!

[@tinacaseley395]

OMG your kids are just to adorable. i'm laughing all the way through.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Tina Caseley thank you, glad you enjoyed it

[@christinenewell4587]

Treasure this. Experiences make our memories.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I treasure every moment

[@eyesea123]

"Hey, look out for that birrr...." I'm glad they're alright. Such an incredible place to ride, beautiful country.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

😂 Thank you

[@flamazing718]

i love that my happy place is horses. whenever i can’t sleep (and it’s 6am) i always come to horse videos, and then i slowly fall asleep, it’s awesome :)

[@susanflowers6282]

Oh my! That was so much fun to watch! You're such a good Mama! You giggle all of the time! Too Cute! I'm a Great Grandmother, watching you and your adventures brings me a lot of joy! Thank you for that!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoy it

[@GALLEN-vf7uy]

Little ponies plus little kids equals funny , everytime

[@susanflowers6282]

Ok this is my second viewing of this video, and I just wanted to say, AGAIN probably! How much I enjoyed it! You're quite funny, and your family is awesome! Thank you for taking us along!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

thank you, I'm glad you enjoy it!

[@xxdiamondsxx315]

When she said when anything bad happens I seem to laugh, I do 2. An example of that is literal yesterday, my friend and I were riding out hobby horses and she jumped a big bush, she didn’t stride it right and she ended up falling and I tried 2 hold in a laugh but then she started laughing and I couldn’t stop myself. 😂

[@a.phillips6892]

So glad you let the kids experience trail riding and all that comes along with it. When something minor happened like the crow hops, you don’t freak out, which would, in turn teach the kids to be afraid when anything like that happens. I love trail riding so much, it’s a great adventure every time I go.

[@gaelcrane8008]

Oh my goodness, that was wonderful, such fun, I felt like I was on that trail riding right along with you guys.. I haven’t ridden western in a long time, switched to English but In many ways miss It. Loved the sound of leather squeaking on a western saddle. I jumped when Bodie’s pony spooked, your kids are game and so adorable, your husband ain’t bad either, lol. Thanks Brandi,, that was thoroughly enjoyable!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Gael Crane thank you, I’m so glad you enjoyed it 🤠

[@Bevlyn123]

Love all your video's and loved this 1 but surprised to see you riding with no riding hat, your safety is important too x

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Bev King thank you. sometimes I like to live on the wild side 🤷‍♀️

[@gaelcrane8008]

Versatile Horsemanship haha!

[@TuberoseKisser]

It's a choice.

[@victaylor7777]

what would Buck say?

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

@@victaylor7777 That’s a great question and next time I see him, I’m going to ask.

[@cricketbee7823]

This was the best👍💜 so sweet, kids did a great job. Loved this vlog. Thanks for sharing your Labor Day Adventure. Great job!👍😁💜

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Cricket Bee78 thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@Pamelamusic371]

So, cool thank you for all your vids, can't have a horse, so love watching and learning about your 🐎 family and your kids too so adorable ❤️I keep editing, that trail, beautiful 😍 you guys had a good time!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Pamela Bruno thanks for watching, I’m so glad you enjoy them!

[@equitime77]

This video is soooooo cute!!! Going to have to watch it again many times!!!!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

equitime77 thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it

[@martineinfrance]

I viewed it again as I love that video ! Your kids manage so well on their minis. The bird episode was frightening but they handled the situation. You have beautiful wild trails 👍

[@moon_pie8116]

You guys did this trail perfectly! one adult in the front, kids in the middle, and one in the back!

[@carolshortley8395]

Your son had me laughing just like you were. Your kids are so sweet and cute. I enjoyed that video so much. I have been on this journey since Manzer was born and have loved every minute of it. The adventures with your family are the best. Can't wait for the next episode lol.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Carol Shortley thank you! I’m glad you enjoy the journey!

[@territn8871]

Well that was probably the best trail ride I ever watched!! Your two little ones cracked up, especially Body! He was wanting to speed it up! Sweet little Rosie, to think she nearly died and you had to haul her in your SUV to get her to the animal hospital for treatment. I love little Rosie!❤🐎 Anxious to hear about your Appaloosa and hope she going to be okay! Do some more rides with the family, that was fun to watch! Give Manzer and Nika some love for me❤😊

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Terri TN thank you! Rosie is worth her weight in gold! I was so worried about her last winter, so glad it all worked out.

[@territn8871]

@@VersatileHorsemanship Me too. She was a sick little girl😊.

[@homemadecookie7392]

This was lovely!! Almost felt like I was riding too. Thank you!!💕💕💕💕💕

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

My Evening glad you enjoyed it!

[@andreacope7534]

I had a commercial with great timing. Right at the br.. err.. pause when the kids fell off when the "toucan" spooked the minis.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Andrea Cope haha! Perfect timing 😂

[@AmeliaLenten-yb3ev]

Brandi “that’s my horse she toots the hole time” I’ve bean stuck behind that horse for a three hour trail ride 😅😭🤣🤣😂😭

[@stephaniegardner6236]

Beautiful scenery, we don’t have that here in the desert....love your videos....🤠

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Stephanie Gardner thanks! I love our trails, the smell is the best

[@angelahames5056]

OMGOSH that was so stinking cute, I just can't even. Thanks for sharing! Body is a show-stealer for sure!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Angela Hames thanks, he certainly is 😂

[@AliRaeYT]

New subscriber! I loved the video you guys! Your horses and family are so cute! 🐴😂👏

[@courtaneemarvin]

The little trot that the minis do to catch up is just the cutest thing ever.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I know 🤗

[@Slpy-sd2wx]

I went on my first horse trail when I was 5. So much went wrong my horse slipped and almost fell and then it started to canter when we were supposed to trot. 5 year old me didn't fall off once I'm so proud of myself

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

yay!

[@barbaragreene6592]

One very, very, important safety message to get out when children are riding on trail rides with small horse or ponies n that is to not get close to the big horse that they are following. I ride a lot of trail rides n it’s so dangerous for a child on a pony to get close behind a big horse. It’s not necessary dangerous if the horse n pony know each other, but when u have strange horses n riders riding with u, children won’t think n ride up behind a big horse n the big horse will kick out with both feet at the pony. With the pony being small the big horse will kick over the pony n hit the child on the pony in the face. I have seen it happen more than once.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Barbara Greene yes that is very scary and I wouldn’t recommend that young children ride with anyone but a very experienced adult. We keep our kids close to our horses, but I’ve spent countless hours getting these kids and horses comfortable and prepared for this situation. I would never allow my child to ride this close to another horse. My kids will exclusively ride with me until I feel they are ready to ride with others.

[@jessicagray3648]

My gosh girlfriend you have more guts than I do! My kids are 7 and 11 and I'm still scared to take them on a trail ride with me! Mostly because I dont have the broke horses to do it, but my nerves couldn't handle it! LOL. All I can imagine is a horse galloping off with my kid hanging on for dear life! More power to you!! I respect the hell out of you!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Jessica Gray haha, thank you! It really does boil down to the horses. I wasn’t too concerned since the minis are only 30 some inches tall and we’d only be walking and trotting with my husband and I being on really solid horses. My kids are learning how to fall off without it being “scary”. Watching a kid fall off a big horse makes my heart sink, but the little horses are pretty comical in the right situation.

[@jessicagray3648]

Versatile Horsemanship Funny story, the first and only time I took my son trail riding he was on a rock solid quarter horse mare, but my son had no experience at all. She started trotting and he couldn’t slow her down. They went around a turn and by the time I caught up, she was eating grass and my son was on the ground lol. He had slid off going around the corner. So ever since that I’m so paranoid letting them have control of a horse on their own lol.

[@Believinabel]

As a mom who works for a kids riding program, this is so relatable. I just subscribed!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Yay! Welcome to my KZbin family!

[@loril2729]

That was so fun to watch. You are a lucky Mama and they are lucky kiddos. Made me smile and laugh!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Lori L Thank you!

[@dianereiser6417]

The little mini trot is absolutely the cutest thing ever. 😀

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Diane Reiser isn’t it? 😂

[@portcityminis]

I love this. My daughter fell off and had a mild break in her arm and people freaked out. But kiddos break their arm in sports all the time. If you are not prepared to fall off don't get on in the first place.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

It happens

[@rachaellane883]

Loved watching this video.. I’ve been a little scared to put my 4yr old back on her pony since she got bucked off. Any suggestions on how to get past that? She’s never bucked before (we got her in April), so we think she got bit or pinch, but I’m so nervous now. At 4yrs she doesn’t understand how to get out of the way & almost got stepped on by the pony..

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Rachael Lane that’s a tough one and I can totally understand how you feel. I currently have a couple hundreds kids in my program, I start my riders as young as 2. I do a tremendous amount of quality groundwork with my horses. When the horses have a good handle on the groundwork exercises, I put the kids on and go through the paces. The kids get comfortable with the horses making quick turns, stops, and circles while the horses are getting some quality work. Any child that is remotely timid stays online for a very long time. Even the confident ones are kept online until they “graduate” to the next step. I personally ride all of our horses and ponies except the minis (I’m way too big for them). Keep it very simple and slow with your child and put a ton of quality time into that pony. It will pay off in the end. Best wishes to you!

[@rachaellane883]

Versatile Horsemanship thank you soo much!!

[@janethedberg9581]

Love the spottedpony!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

janet hedberg she’s a little stinker but she sure is cute!

[@elizabethparks4851]

A back cinch or girth helps really well with the saddles going up same with bucking, it helps u not fall of better, because when the pony or horse bucks it pops you in the butt and gets u out of the saddle.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

In this case, the only thing that was going to keep the saddles in place properly is a crupper and a well fitting breast collar. A rear cinch will help the back of the saddle from popping up, but not when the whole set up is sliding around. I bought one new saddle, had breast collars and cruppers custom made to fit these minis since I filmed this video. They fit about as good as a saddle is going to fit these rollie pollies. Thanks for watching!

[@coffeehugger]

This is one of the most touching and adorable videos I ever watched on all of KZbin. For those of us who have grown kids, we can watch this and return for a few minutes to priceless moments of laughter and togetherness. It was so sweet I just can't even find the words. And yup, your hubs is badass. lol!!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Aw thank you! Yup, he sure is, haha

[@BadHairdayKimmie]

...and everyone came away with a little more schooling. Good times! BTW, the scenery is GORGEOUS. A lot different than what we have in So. California.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

CatsRUFOs thank you. Definitely!

[@rodyates4771]

Cherish every second with those guys, the trail riding days with my kids are over, with careers and raising their own children it doesn’t seem they have a lot of time for pop anymore.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Time flies by so fast. I'm trying to enjoy every little moment.

[@DeirdreB-fu1qb]

Love this video 😊 feel like I'm trail riding with you all almost

[@Livingtheretiredlife]

Brandy, this was so lovely.! The gorgeous country side and views and colors were just AMAZING 🤩 LOVED your commentary, so pleasant and informative (and your laughing 😂) So glad you’re back.! We missed you 🤗

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thank you so much!!

[@cherithomas5623]

Oh my gosh! Love this- you guys are cracking me up! :))) How fun!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shouloakleyaha7576]

Yes!i understand now the saddle for daisy hasn’t got the D’rings or croupier ring!❤️

[@deetngator4191]

Love it. Used to take three kids and one mustang on trail ride

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Very cool!

[@evuii9685]

I wish I grew up with parents like you. so beautiful and loving. Loved this video

[@Phantasmaphobic]

I love horses, but they're terrifyingly huge up-close and in-person! One of the reasons i'd probably never own a horse.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

They certainly take some getting used to. Thanks for watching!

[@AubsEQ]

6:46 i know i shouldn’t be laughing but that scream😂🤣🤣😂🤣

[@jonathanwintherbang6385]

I have been a horse rider for about 15 years now and I have never seen anything so darn cute and funny😆

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Aw, thank you

[@Runningfromtheherd]

My favorite video so far! What fun to watch and sweet memories for the babes.

[@vilmaarce2066]

That is the cutest video! I smile all the way until the end. Ponies and kids too cute!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Vilma Arce glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@gingercox6468]

I was riding my mare along a field when she imagined something in the woods. I learned; first she drops slightly then turns and bolts. This day I wasn't ready and I was suddenly on my back on the ground and she was a speck on the horizon. Another day she spotted a turkey vulture sunning itself in the woods and she was again a quivering bag of jelly at such a horrible sight. Another time riding near a cornfield when the leaves on the corn plants were blowing in the wind she imagined a multitude of monsters about to eat her up. She was a draft cross. The cross was quarter horse. She had great conformation but never took me as her leader. We struggled with that. She was crossed over the rainbow bridge after causing herself a compartment bleed in her hindquarters. I'm not sure how but, she fell bad or landed bad somehow. She was a vindictive horse and I feel a bit dangerous. She dropped me many times. I guess I'm lucky I wasn't hurt worse. I became a frightened rider and I hated that. Nothing worse than doing something that should relax you, but your shaking from adrenaline release.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

oh man, thats quite a story. glad you werent hurt

[@sudburyhouse]

Hahaha.... your best video yet!! I loved it! The kids are so cute on their ponies! Beautiful trails and fields! Thanks for sharing this one!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

sudburyhouse thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it 🤠

[@autumnisnothere]

Aw, what a sweet family trail ride. Nice land to ride on! I love your daughter's name; she's so "good". 😊

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Susie Wallace thank you!

[@ellibarnard7593]

this is the best video ever, i cant stop giggling

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I giggle every time I watch it.

[@vesperlipsham6024]

Amazing but one thing I would say is the saddle almost falling off which is NOT save as you said so I would say get new SAFER saddles

[@patfal1514]

Flank cinches really help keep a saddle in place,esp.on barrel shaped ponies without defined withers.Snug up,don't forget the crucial little "keeper" strap between girth and flank cinch,under belly.You can easily add rings,d's for crupper or make up breeching.Nothing like having a saddle that stays in place no matter what. If you can find (or make ) a good pony there's nothing like it for your child.Literally worth their weight in gold.And hard to find.I remember back in 50's - 60's ponies were the BIG thing and some breeders had 100's even thousands.Every color - some fine quality animals.Lots of American Shetlands with beautiful heads and necks.As a 10-11 year old with natural skills I made a fortune starting ponies for a neighbor who bred them and had 100's.I would just wade into the herd pull out 4-5 at a time that were pretty.Blacks,palominos,dapple greys,pintos (funny back then horse people were "generally" prejudiced against them ole indian "ponies" but they liked the spots in the actual ponies.If you decide to pursue something with profit potential in the future there's definitely a opportunity for someone whos children can ride and enjoy riding to either rescue ponies from sale pens and put good solid 6 weeks on them and resale (just gentled ponies average $700 to $1,500) If finished on barrels or something $2,000 to $8,000...AND I used to raise POA's (Reg. Appaloosa ponies of extremely high quality,Pony of America;s) oh my ,they were the most amazing animals,beautiful confirmation,extreme athletic ability and dispositions to die for.ONLY BREED created especially for children AND ONLY BREED that allows children to exhibit stallions! That tells you something about disposition. Most show exhibitors will have 1 pony that jumps,does hunt seat,western pattern,barrels,flag race,poles,cart,trail,That tells you something about versatility. The breed is standardized now but foundations were Arab,(intelligence,stamina,refinement) American Shetland,Appaloosa and Quarter Horse.They're a medium to large pony size mount,with those flashy Appy markings and just a blast to own and breed.You should check them out.

[@user-lj7sq7ix1j]

Great video. Kids are so cute and the ponies are beautiful

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

CAROL HIRD thank you!

[@lpsgalaxystar]

I’m also a Michigander! The weather is crazy, we live in Macomb township. Lol I wish I could ride but my mom said it’s too expensive :(

[@conniekempf4050]

So would you say a mini is a good idea for kids? I have a HUGE older well broke QH gelding, and a green QH filly. Neither of which I'm comfortable putting kids on. My old gelding is too smart for young kids and the filly is greener'n springtime grass. I'm debating on getting a mini for my 5 and 3 yr old children but I can't decide if it's very wise. I had a QH/pony growing up...my heart broke into a thousand pieces when we had to sell her. I'm probably overthinking a little bit. My daughter is fairly responsible for her age and loves all the animals on our farm... But do I buy a pony we'll outgrow or wait until they're older and able to control the big horses?

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Connie Kempf First I’d recommend watching this video because I answer a lot of those questions kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGbCoYujZqt-jdU My first pony was a Shetland. She had been there, done that, and was good natured. She gave me the confidence I needed and was safe. When I outgrew her we had to sell her to buy my next pony who was a little larger and faster (I had a need for speed and barrel racing was my thing). I outgrew him at age 10 and again had to sell to get my next horse, a 4 year old quarter horse that I had for 22 years and who was the foundation of my entire program. My recommendation is getting the kids involved in a reputable lesson program, it will open up so many more options and be much safer for the kids.

[@conniekempf4050]

Thanks for your reply! I trained my own horses, and did several others for family, and your video helped put into words the thoughts and struggles my mommy brain has been dealing with. On one side there's the thought that they'll just learn the way I did. But on the other hand, there's not a herd of 10 horses lazing out in the pasture for them to spend hours and hours with just hanging out. There is where I learned to recognize simple things like facial expressions and just general horse language. At the time I didn't KNOW that but as an adult, I realize now how useful those hours were. I always told myself I wouldn't buy a horse for my children until they were old enough to work for it, and to convince me they were committed to ALL aspects of caring for one. The filly I have was given to me just recently, but the gelding i slaved for when I was a teenager and it's been over ten yrs since and I love him as much as the day I got him. I want that for my daughters. But I guess I don't know how to go about getting that done, way back in the Ouachita mtns of AR.

[@kopikoicey3457]

Best family can’t imagine haveing a family like this ❤️❤️

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

That’s incredibly kind of you ❤️

[@missys]

So awesome! They both did great! Don't sweat the laughing! I would have done the same thing! Glad everyone had a great time! Thanks for taking us along! Congrats to Bode on his first trail ride! 😄

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Missy S thank you!

[@brendaswanson6629]

😂😂 those little leggies just kill me

[@brendaswanson6629]

Do pony need shoes?

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Brenda Swanson all the horses on my property are barefoot. If we lived in an area with very rocky ground or had to be on asphalt regularly, then I would put shoes on them. But they do great in our area.

[@katiehair7098]

lol I’m going tomorrow!

[@aBbY-im4uo]

✨Goals✨

[@royrogers4541]

What an enjoyable video! My wife & I watched it! Great family! Looked fun & beautiful trail too! Thank you!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Dave Bowen thanks for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@allthumbs3792]

Beautiful day and scenic trail for a family outing! What a great way to spend time together.

[@pitbikecookracing3324]

Great video. I need some pony’s at our stable .

[@shouloakleyaha7576]

Great block there Jason!

[@luvurself_13]

"she wants the apple too!" "NOooOooO" LOL

[@jencaisse7392]

Ponys are so quick and agile!

[@TW1GGY_TH3_W0LFY]

She’s 11?! For my 11th birthday I rode a horse abt the adults size.. OR BIGGER ( my birthday was august 10th )

[@cp7893]

I love your horse riding videos

[@balancingmidlife2022]

What a fun family adventure!! Your kids are adorable and so good with their ponies. I have to admit I was laughing with you. Such great memories you are creating. ♥️🐶♥️

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

thank you, we have a lot of fun

[@Lia-qq9xw]

You have beautiful horses

[@chriskjorstad]

My name is tovah so glad to hear you named your kid that 🤣☺️

[@pippakay7234]

Loved this first time round and just as good 2nd time round. I think it's you laughing that makes me laugh the most. Lovely family fun time.🌈

[@bethvancleave1380]

You are correct, nothing more handsome than a man who knows how to sit a horse. Love it!!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Absolutely!!

[@themrspickle6046]

Can you get one of those things that go around the tail to the back of the saddle? this is way to cute!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

yes, we have cruppers for the minis now

[@Bclark_06]

Your kids are fantastic at riding!!!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

thank you!

[@Mjaetee]

Too funny!! If I were a super confident rider with a super confident horse I think the same things that made you laugh on this trail ride would make me laugh 😂 🤣 all in good fun 🙌🦄

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

mj so fun ♥️

[@fleetskipper1810]

Does life get any better than this day? No, it does not! What a wonderful terrific video. You made my day.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Fleet Skipper glad you enjoyed it. It certainly was a fantastic day

[@AubsEQ]

love the title. Of course somone falls off😂😂

[@shirleywheeler9727]

I love the way you had a family fun day. I would love to ride again. Thanks for the great videos.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Shirley Wheeler thank you, I’m glad you enjoy my videos.

[@suzystone244]

Hi Family. LOVE this outing. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤗🤗🤗❤❤❤ Meanwhile a mini is plotting to throw her rider .... Whoops a kid fell off... Then tooting horse. WOW ...❤🐎💣💥

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

suzy klitgaard 😂