The Pony Experience
A special holiday gift for the horse-loving kid in your life!
Give them a chance to spend some one-on-one time with a pony! This private, 90-minute experience includes hands-on grooming, a beginner-friendly riding lesson tailored to their age and ability, and professional photography throughout the visit.
From meeting their pony to getting in the saddle, Ever After Photography will be there to capture the candid moments, followed by a few posed photos together.
It's a fun introduction to horses and a chance to make some lasting memories, with photos to take home!
What to Expect
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Meet The Herd & Groom Your Pony
Meet our herd, and your pony! Brush the pony, learn about grooming, and get acquainted!
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Let's Ride!
Time to hop in the saddle! Enjoy a private, beginner-friendly riding lesson with your pony. Learn the basics of riding, practice steering, and maybe even play a few fun games along the way!
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Pony Pictures!
Ever After Photography will be there throughout the entire experience, capturing natural, candid moments from grooming to riding. The visit will finish with a few posed photos of the child and their pony.
Families will receive a small collection of digital photos, primarily unedited candids along with a few edited portraits.
Give the Gift of a Pony Experience!
We're offering just 10 Pony Experiences this holiday season!
Important Purchasing & Scheduling Information
Limited availability: Only 10 experiences are available for purchase.
Advance scheduling required: Appointments are coordinated around both our instructor's and photographer's availability.
Dates are not guaranteed: Purchasing this experience does not reserve a specific date or time. Scheduling flexibility is required.
Check before purchasing: If you have a particular date or timeframe in mind, or a limited schedule, please email kirsten@foxislandequestrian.com to inquire about availability. Inquiries do not hold or reserve appointments.
Seasonal recommendation: Spring and summer are recommended for the best weather and outdoor photography, but experiences may be scheduled year-round.
Redemption: We ask that experiences be scheduled and completed within one year of purchase, subject to applicable gift certificate laws.
Once purchased, please contact us by email to arrange the experience.
Important Purchasing & Scheduling Information
Limited availability: Only 10 experiences are available for purchase.
Scheduling: Experiences are typically scheduled on Sundays, based on our instructor's and photographer's availability. We do have limited availability on other days, with more open in the summer when school is out of session. Advance reservations are required.
Dates are not guaranteed: Purchasing an experience does not reserve a specific date or time.
Check availability before purchasing: If you have a particular date or timeframe in mind, please email kirsten@foxislandequestrian.com. Availability inquiries do not hold or reserve appointments.
Rain or Shine: Experiences are held in typical Pacific Northwest weather, including light rain. We may reschedule in the event of high winds, heavy rain, or other unsafe weather conditions. Rescheduling is also permitted in cases of illness.
Seasonal recommendation: Spring and summer are recommended for more favorable weather and outdoor photography, but experiences are available year-round.
Redemption: We ask that experiences be scheduled and completed within one year of purchase, subject to applicable gift certificate laws.
After purchasing, please email kirsten@foxislandequestrian.com to arrange your Pony Experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all! The Pony Experience is beginner-friendly and tailored to your child’s age, comfort level, and experience. Kids who have ridden before are welcome too!
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Please dress for the weather and the barn! Long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes or boots are recommended for riding. Avoid sandals, Crocs, or open-toed shoes.
We have riding helmets available for the mounted portion of the experience.
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The experience is designed for young horse lovers and is tailored to each child’s age and ability. If you’re unsure whether it’s a good fit for your child, feel free to reach out before purchasing.
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We’ll mail you a special gift card explaining their Pony Experience, so you have something fun to wrap up and give them!