SYRIA HORSE FIELD GUIDE
Pony Rides on the Farm: A Short, Safe Circuit Among Goats and Lambs
Lead-line pony rides in the paddock and farm-yard at Graves Mountain Farm — a brief, helmet-required introduction to horses ideal for young children and families.
Pony Rides on the Farm: A Short, Safe Circuit Among Goats and Lambs.
Set against the working farm atmosphere of Graves Mountain, the Pony Rides are a short lead-line circuit through the paddock and around the farm-yard where children can meet goats, baby goats, calves, ponies and sheep; the program emphasizes safety, with helmets required and waivers completed on arrival.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A farm-yard menagerie
The paddock and surrounding farm-yard are lively with friendly goats, playful baby goats, calves, ponies and sheep — part of the draw for children and families on this short ride.
Lead-line safety and a short circuit
Rides are lead-line and designed as a brief tour around the farm-yard, keeping the experience calm, controlled and suitable for first-time riders.
A memorable first ride
The format — short, supervised circuits amid farm animals — is tailored to create a memorable, age-appropriate introduction to riding for young children.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
The Pony Rides are a compact, rustic experience: children are fitted with helmets, led into the paddock and taken on a short circuit around the farm-yard while adults watch nearby; the setting is informal and anchored by the surrounding herd of goats, calves, sheep and other ponies.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this is best for — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Helmets are required; children may bring their own helmets if they prefer. Plan to have a helmet available for every rider — the stable enforces helmet use with no exceptions.
Arrive early to complete the required insurance waiver and to be fitted for helmets before the short lead-line tour.
Bookings can be made online, or by calling or emailing the stable; contact details are provided by the operator for reservations and questions.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How do I book a pony ride?
You can book online, or by calling or emailing the operator directly.
What is the operator's contact information?
You can email [email protected] or call 540 923 4231 to inquire or make a reservation.
When should I arrive before the ride?
Please arrive 15–30 minutes early to fill out waivers and be fitted for helmets.
Are helmets required?
Yes — helmets are required with no exceptions; children may bring their own helmets if they choose.
Is there a weight limit for riders?
Children must weigh under 80 lbs to participate.
Will I need to sign any forms?
The stable will have an insurance waiver for you to fill out upon arrival.