Last Observation

For my last observation, I decided to go to Hunter Creek Farm and thank every person who helped me with my project. Without the contribution of trainers, assistants, riders and the maintenance crew I wouldn't have been able to conduct my observations and learn all the things I know about hunter jumping horseback riding.

While I was there I spent a good amount of time talking with the trainer about starting to practice Hunter jumping horseback riding; she gave an exact price for the sport and materials I will need. Then, she showed me the horse that I would ride and the days and hours I would have to be there. After we talked, I took a moment to think and I realized that even though I love horses, hunter jumping horseback riding is not the sport for me. The first reason is that I can't work because I am an international student. This means that i am living on a very short budget and this makes it impossible for me to afford this expensive activity. The second reason is that I should devote most of my time to school and this would represent a distraction.

Hunter Creek Farm is beautiful place, where you feel surrounded by nature and good people. They told me I could keep going every week to visit them and spent time with the horses. I would recommend to practice this sport in this great place and I know that someday I will have the money and the time to practice hunter jumping horseback riding.