Two weekends ago Lauren and I made our way over to Bainbridge Island for a lovely weekend. Lauren had been invited to demo for a dressage clinic at Wacky Nut Farm. It was an amazing 20 acre farm with an on-site bed & breakfast, barn, indoor and outdoor arena, and many walking trails to take your horses on. The camp was instructed by Henrik Johansen, a well known Swedish instructor who has been training dressage for over 35 years. I sat in on some of the instruction, and watched Lauren ride Decartes as she gave examples of Henrik's teaching.
Grooming Descartes for his demo ride
(Below) Kayaking in Eagle Harbor
It was perfect weather and we took advantage, kayaking Eagle Harbor with views of the Seattle skyline, eating great food, walking around charming downtown Winslow, and enjoying the ocean breezes from the deck of our rental home. The ferry rides were enjoyable, other than having to entertain the horse during the multiple hours waiting in line. I was made very aware that horses don't mind being in a moving horse trailer, but things get much more complicated when you stop. We made it back succesfully and back to work I went. This summer has been quite exhausting. I've spent almost every day off doing some sort of activiy. Summer is only half over and so much has already been done. At this rate I'll be more than ready for school to start! Next week: Las Vegas.
Some really good pizza!
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