A few weeks ago, I saw a mention online of a new offering at Gilchrist Farm, where the girls have picked pumpkins and Vi's ridden horses in the past: Mounted Archery. Yes, archery on horseback, two of Violet's hobbies in recent months. Wow! Sign this kid up!
On Saturday, we went to the farm for the first of three two-hour lessons.
It was supposed to be a group class, but this lucky girl was on her own the instructor! A private lesson!
For this lesson, the instructor led Violet and Dixie around, while teaching her how to ride and shoot at the same time.
She shot from the side, shooting behind, and ahead.
And, she got a bulls-eye! Another boba earned. Her instructor told us about high-level competitions she's planning to enter... who knows, maybe this will become something Violet can compete in?
She absolutely loved her first lesson, and asked the next day how soon she can go back - and can she go twice a week, say on Tuesdays and Fridays?? I love seeing that enthusiasm from her again!
Dixie is a sweet girl, and Violet gave her a nice brushing when she was through.
Before we left, we checked out the newly hatched chicks...
...so soft!
There were lots of baby goats, too, along with bigs and peacocks showing off their plumage.
What a great afternoon!
1 comment:
So glad you had such a lovely afternoon Violet that was good riding and archery Well Done.
love you lots Nan and Pop xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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