Boomer Equestrians Unite

Boomer Equestrians face many challenges as they age. Leaping into the saddle is no longer a reality. Boomers don't bounce when they hit the ground, as Roy Rogers said they smash. Theses realities don't lessen the love we have for horses and the desire to ride.

After a mild heart attack in June of 2015., I reviewed my bucket list. I wanted to go camping with my horse, but I knew that long hours in the saddle would be unfair to him. He was mutton withered and I had yet to find a saddle that was comfortable for him.  I decided to get him the best saddle I could afford and I searched the internet. After a few weeks, I found Schleese Saddles 4Life and their  most informative saddle fitting videos. There was a video of 93-year-old woman, Elsa, cantering on her horse. I was amazed! I thought if she can ride at her age there is no excuse for me. That video motivated me to find the perfect saddle for my horse, get fit and continue to ride. The Schleese Saddle company came to fit my horse and the next summer we went horse camping!

I created the Facebook group Boomer Equestrians so older riders can share tips and information to help keep their interactions with horses more safe and comfortable.