Florida Horseback Riding

A UNIQUE FLORIDA TRAIL RIDING VACATION

Our horses are well behaved & well mannered. They are happy to go & accept commands willingly.

LADY HAWK FARM
THE BEST PLACE TO RIDE A HORSE IN FLORIDA

Lady Hawk Farm entrance

Each horse at Lady Hawk Farm was carefully selected to meet the needs of our guests, We aim to please when it comes to matching you with the right horse. We want you to form a bond of trust and respect with your horse. We encourage our guests to try as many horses as they wish, so they can see for themselves that each one is an individual. We can provide a horse or pony for a beginner or the most advanced rider. Experienced riders, whether you ride every day or are a little rusty, will find that Susanne is a highly trained instructor, who is very observant of both horse and rider. She can help experienced riders improve their skills, while riding trails and enjoying nature at its best. Whether you ride upper level dressage, jump, race around barrels or chase cows, you will feel at home at Lady Hawk Farm.

Dallas is a quarter horse arabian cross. He has soft gaits & provides an exciting ride

We use quality western style tack from Simco-Longhorn, Circle Y, Weaver & Reinsman. Western tack seems to be the most suitable for the terrain we ride. We take pride in our farm, our horses and our equipment. Our horses belong to us and most of them have been with us for many years. Susanne is a certified instructor with over 25 years experience. She will accompany all of our guests on the trail. She knows the horses and the trails that will best suit your ability. She will take you where you will have the best chance to see wildlife and enjoy the natural beauty of the Withlacoochee State Forest. You will be given as much or as little instuction as you want. Your safety & comfort, as well as the well being of our horses, is our prime concern. Take a moment to read the Testimonials page. We are sure you will see why we believe Lady Hawk Farm is the best place to ride a horse in Florida.

Poncho is a Gaited Pony suitable for children as young as 6

Our goal is to provide you with a very diverse vacation opportunity. From our location between Brooksville, Inverness and Homosassa, Florida, you will find peace and quiet where you can commune with nature. Our horses will carry you through the deep woods of the Withlacoochee State Forest. We will provide a trail riding experience tailored to your needs and experience level. If you have never ridden before, you will be taught to do so on the trail by an experienced and capable instructor with a long list of international credentials. In just a few days you can become a confident rider. If you wish to obtain more specific training, either beginner or advanced, lessons can be arranged for you on an individual basis. Experienced riders will be given every opportunity to ride to their own level of expertise. We will walk, trot and canter as the terrain allows.

Sue on Gemstar a registered Arabian

We are here to serve all of your vacation needs. Our goal is to take our guests away from the stress of everyday life and create a relaxing and fun adventure vacation revolving around horses. Your time is yours to spend as you wish when we are not riding. You can swim & dive in the numerous rivers, hike & explore the Withlacoochee State forest or other nearby preserves or you can visit Orlando, Tampa or other nearby Florida cities and enjoy all they have to offer.

We believe everyone deserves their dream vacation. If you don't care to ride every day, you can create your own special vacation on the Nature Coast or beyond. We are here to help you meet your needs, and make your vacation one you will always remember. We want to build strong relationships with repeat customers who will refer us to their horse-loving friends.

Sue will be your guide and instructor. She is fully conversant in English and German.
Wir sprechen Deutsch.

Briscoe is a quarter horse cross. He is very gentle & has carried riders from 6 to 72 years old.

Patches is a leopard appaloosa. Lots of energy!

Our horses are the centerpiece of the farm. Each one has its own personality; its own set of likes and dislikes. All are well trained and well mannered. We have horses of different breeds and sizes. You will easily find one to suit your style and expertise. This will not be a nose to tail walk-in-line trail ride. Your knowledgeable guide will be there with you every step of the trail. You may experience the thrill of a herd of deer suddenly appearing and running across your path. You'll have to go up and down into steep gullies. Occasionally you may have to cross water. You will have an opportunity to form a relationship with your horse that makes the horse feel safe under your control. This will be a rewarding learning experience. We encourage each rider to sample as many different horses as they like. You can learn alot about riding that way. We practice natural horsemanship and do not use fear and pain to control our horses. Instead, we build trust and respect between horse and rider.

Jim on Gracie a registered American Quarter Horse. She is a comfortable ride.

Diva is a registered Thoroughbred. She can do it all.

Our guests are given our undivided attention. Since we cater only to small groups, you will find that riding at Lady Hawk Farm will be a very personal experience. One which you and your family or companions will remember for a long time. The riding will be tailored to your ability and comfort level. Each rider will be allowed to ride to the limits of his or her ability including trotting and cantering. We teach proper equitation. You will learn how to establish your balance and a proper set of cues to get your horse to do what YOU want it to do. We ride our horses we don't merely go for rides. In just a few days you can learn how to be a confident rider.

Lil' Joe is a 16 hands & APHA registered

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