Natural horses:
We believe that horses are best off when allowed a natural lifestyle.

Thus most of the time our horses live as a herd in large paddocks. The horses are all bare-foot and their hoofs are trimmed monthly. We take great care to condition their hoofs for different terrains. They are also fed a diet which is more natural and supports healthy hoof growth. In training we use methods which encourage the horses to develop relationships with humans and stimulate the horses to develop mentally.

Groups:
We only take out small groups (2-4 persons) to ensure that we ride at a pace which all guests are comfortable with and that assistance can be given when needed. We can accommodate beginners as well as experienced riders.

Trail guides:
The trail guides are experienced horse-riders who have been riding for many years.

What to wear:
For comfort and safety it is best to wear long pants (but not denims), closed shoes preferably with heels, t-shirts with sleeves and sun protection (sunglasses, sun block). It is also advisable to bring a warm top or jacket.

Safety:
Riding hats are provided and a first-aid kit is taken on all trails.

Location:
We are located at Dwars in die Weg farm on the Devon Valley road, +- 8 km from Stellenbosch town centre.
The farm is +- 30 min drive from Somerset West and 45 min drive from Cape Town.

Payments:
All payments are to be made in cash directly to Bare-Hoof Horse Trails after the trail ride:

• or fees can be transferred one day prior to the trail ride
..into JM Kirsten’s account.
• Bookings for wine-tasting tours and picnic rides have a
..non-refundable booking fee which must be paid one day
..prior to the trail ride either in cash directly to Bare-hoof
..Horse Trails or by cash transfer into JM Kirsten’s account.
• JM Kirsten , Absa Bank, branch code : 632006, Cheque
..account no: 40 7069 2326

Bookings:
Bookings are essential and should be made at least a day in advance for the necessary arrangements to be made.

Contact Jeanne-Miriam at 083 257 2933 / reddust1@gmail.com