“I recently had a long-time friend and his grandson visit from Minnesota. Bethany Pappani took the three of us on a wonderful late afternoon trail ride.  Bethany allowed each of us to groom our own horse and helped us "tack up" for the ride.  Bethany did a great job assessing each person's riding ability and she matched us up perfectly with just the right horse for our ride.  Once on the horses, we walked, we trotted, we galloped and had an absolutely great ride up and down hills and across the fields. Joey had the biggest smile on his face the entire time! His only complaint was he wanted to ride on and on!  After they left the next day I received a text message from Dave saying his grandson said the best thing about the trip to California was the great horseback ride Bethany took us on!  He can't wait to come back to California and ride with her again.  Thank you Bethany, for the great ride!”

Carolyn,
Pine Valley, CA  
Ride:  Family Trail Experience

“The trail ride was definitely the best ride we have ever been on. It was wonderful and just perfect. Nothing to complain about. Jackie was totally surprised about the whole experience and kept asking where we were going, but I was persistent in not letting her know a thing. She loved it and the champagne and sunset view at the top of the mountain made the entire experience even greater. We can't stop thinking about how much fun this was, and can't wait to come back for our next ride. The horses were amazing as well. We have never felt so comfortable riding a horse, and Bethany's horses were truly amazing, and felt very secure and safe the entire time. We've been spreading the word ever since and it looks like her parents may be interested in scheduling a ride very soon. Thank you and Bethany so much for your assistance and for such a memorable experience.”

Francisco,
San Diego, CA
Ride:  Romantic Ride through Countryside, Trailside Champagne

“I have been a student of Bethany’s for the past six months, riding in the arena but mostly on trails in the surrounding mountains, which she possesses an extensive knowledge of. Bethany’s passion for horses, enthusiasm for riding, and horse handling skills makes her the ideal teacher. She is continuously improving her own horsemanship skills and passes down her knowledge in a natural, easy manner that makes learning from her a truly pleasurable experience. I feel very comfortable riding trails with Bethany; she has a keen awareness of her surroundings and anticipates situations that could cause problems.”

Richard Haak, 
San Diego, CA
Ride:  Standard Trail Lesson Package

“As a skilled sharp shooter, Annie Oakley was right on target. Bethany Pappani is also on target when it comes to horses. Her knowledge in Western and English riding styles and horse training is also perfected with grace and beauty. As a seasoned equestrian professional, Bethany’s patient attitude with her students also reflects the love she has for her horses. With a gentle smile, a twinkle in her eye, and a wiggle in her saddle, Bethany Pappani can give you a challenge on the trail. If you like riding steep canyons with narrow trails and rocks big enough to make your eyeballs pop out of your head, then give Bethany a call. She can really make you yell YAHOO when it comes to horseback trail riding. I would best describe Bethany Pappani’s equestrian skills with three words: pleasant, patient, and perfectionism. Her knowledge and love for horses is respected by her students as well as by her colleagues. When it comes to horses, Bethany Pappani is a true professional!”

Richard Ybarra,
San Diego, CA
Ride:  Standard Trail Lesson Package