This message is from: kelly <ke...@landsdrop.com>
Since you have family in the San Antonio area, you probably already know some about it. I live outside San Antonio (Bandera) and commute in for work. You can pretty much ride all winter here, and spring and fall are lovely. The middle of summer is bad, but I see similar temperatures all over the country. Most people just ride early in the morning or under lights in the evening. There are a number of state parks in the area that allow horses, so there are several public options for trail riding. There are some dressage/eventing barns around, though the western disciplines are more prevalent. Cost of living is low compared to many other places. Cost of horse-keeping depends upon the weather. Hay prices are pretty high right now, but for one horse, it is manageable.
I bought my fjord a few years ago in Michigan and she's acclimated pretty well. On New Year's Day, they're having an event out at the Hill Country State Natural Area - a 5,500 acre park - the "Cowgirl Round-up and Show-deo." This year they're having a parade of horse breeds and I'll be taking my fjord and my percheron out there. They usually have between 60 - 80 horsewomen show up for a big panoramic picture.
Good luck, whatever choice you make! --Kelly (and Fjord Annie) On 12/27/2012 9:11 PM, S Sexton wrote:
San Antonio, TX - supposed to have a good variety of boarding options and variety of riding styles too. too far south for tornadoes, rain from hurricanes but not a direct hit area, humid summers, mild winters, average cost of living, good healthcare and i have family in the area.
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