A Forest Trail Ride.

To break up the arena work I like to have a day when Biasini and I just go for a walk in the forest. This week we had a real treat waiting for us.

First we set off on one of the wider trails.

It was a warm sunny day so Biasini had on his fly bonnet in case the flies were out and about.

We travelled along the goat trail and then at the end of that we turned and I saw a lovely sight.

. The trilliums have arrived! From up on a horse it is hard to get close enough with my phone. But here is a closer look I got by cropping with my photo editor.

Biasini thought he would give them an inspection.

Trilliums are the provincial flower of Ontario. If you would like to learn more about this flower please take a look at this Trillium post by Michael Stephen Wills. There are some excellent close ups in the post.

Comments

29 responses to “A Forest Trail Ride.”

  1. Mark Avatar

    Amazing ride.Respect your representation at a great image.

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Thank you.

  2. rkrontheroad Avatar

    I do enjoy these forest walks with you and Biasini. Never heard of fly bonnets before, it’s becoming.

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Thank you! The fly bonnets keep pesky flies from his ears.

  3. Grandma-Bear44 Avatar

    What beautiful and informative posts from you and Biasini. Nature, Fresh air, flowers and a truly magnificent horse 🙏

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Thank you very much. What an encouraging comment!

  4. cigarman501 Avatar

    Beautiful ride. Thanks for explaining the fly bonnet.

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Thanks for commenting .

  5. whippetwisdom Avatar

    What a beautiful day for a ride along the trail Anne and so lovely to see the first Trillium in bloom! Wishing you a wonderful weekend and please give sweet Biasini a big pat from us all 🤗🧡🐴 xxx

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Thank you Xenia! I will give Biasini that pat and best wishes from all of us here for a wonderful weekend in the Highlands.🐴😊

  6. The Backyard Horse Blog Avatar

    Please tell Biasini that I think his bright fly bonnet is quite fetching! Glad you are able to enjoy the trails together again.

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      The forest trails are a joy for both of us. We are so lucky to have them right out at the back of the barn.

  7. Ritish Sharma Avatar

    It seems Biasini is really enjoying the weather and those flowers. It is such a cute picture of him. 🧡

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Thank you Ritish. He likes to investigate everything.

  8. de Wets Wild Avatar

    What a serene trail!

  9. sandyjwhite Avatar

    A lovely flower it is. And such a wonderful surprise on your ride!

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Thank you Sandy.It is always a nice surprise to find the Trilliums. Only a week earlier there were no blooms and now….!!

      1. sandyjwhite Avatar

        Yeah!

  10. Neal Saye Avatar

    Love Biasini’s obviously intelligent perusal of the flowers.

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      He likes to investigate things 🙂

      1. Neal Saye Avatar

        Lol.

  11. Tanooki Avatar

    “Oh how lovely Biasini’s fly bonnet is, he looks extra stunning today!” was what I thought in the first sight. I didn’t know that cute one can protect him from insect bites. Good walk is completed with safety👍💕✨ Have a wonderful weekend Anne🎉

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Thank you! Biasini does not like flies on his ears and if they land and bite he shakes his head a lot and does not enjoy our ride. You have an enjoyable weekend Tanooki.

  12. Pepper Avatar

    Spring has finally arrived. 😊

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      Yes and we have had glorious weather this week!

      1. Pepper Avatar

        😊👍

  13. Lillian-Keith Avatar

    Ah, I love your horse! His chestnut coat is stunning. How old is he, if I may ask?

    1. anne leueen Avatar

      My horse,Biasini, is now 17 years old. He gets lots of maintenance as we train at an advanced level in dressage. His confirmation is very good for this discipline as he is short coupled and strong in his hind quarters. He is in great shape for his age!

      1. Lillian-Keith Avatar

        Wow, he’s doing so well!

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