Fallbrook, CA

Yesterday, Diane and I trailered Delgado and Scotch to Fallbrook. We took a new ride with Danny and Jill.

We rode up on the high trail enjoying views of the Santa Margarita River systems. The leaves on the Cottonwood and Oak trees were showing their Fall color. The day was warm, with Santa Ana winds gently blowing.

Jill and Danny took us past Deluce Road to a large pond new to Diane and I. Del went right in and calmly stood. I was so proud of him.

 

Getting ready to hand Del his carrot reward.

Jill and Monty

 After our ride with Jill and Danny, Diane and I went to our favorite place for  rest and Margies. Diane calls this Paradise Pond. It is the Willow Glen Crossing. It was where Del had a breakthrough with crossing water. Bareback pads and bare feet remind me of my youth.

The weather was so warm, Diane and Scotch went wading. 

Scotch stood there for the longest time.

Perhaps he likes looking at his reflection.

Delgado would rather not go in at this point. He did enjoy a roll in the sand.

Another great day.

Imperial Beach, CA

It has been an year since I have posted to this Blog. I have been riding instead of writing. I feel the need to share what has become one of my favorite places to go riding. Of course, it would not be possible without the Brenderup trailer. This photo was taken on the Grapevine, Interstate 5, as I brought it home from Oregon. Finding a used trailer of this brand was difficult. It is light and well-made. I can hitch up in a matter of minutes!

As, I mentioned, riding on the beach is a little bit of heaven.  Delgado was nervous at first. He is still very cautions of getting his feet wet but each time we ride he becomes more confident.

If I lead him, he will walk closer.

Del loves to roll. I took off his tack and let him relax. He loved the sand.

On this day, 11/7/11, Delgado walked in the wet sand beside Diane and Scotch. The light was beautiful.

This photo was taken on an earlier ride in September with friend Nicole, her daughter in red, and Diane at a distance. It doesn't get any better.