Hundreds of enthusiastic Explorers took advantage of this program last year, and are
signing up again this year. The Greater St. Louis Area Council is sponsoring this
fun-filled adventure, with experienced members of the trail guides committee guiding
the horseback riding sessions.
Horseback riding sessions of various lengths are offered any Saturday or Sunday on
a year round basis, weather permitting.
Rides are scheduled as follows, and all costs are per person, per ride.
| 5 1/2 hour ride | 9am to 2:30pm | $10 | Explorer Posts Only!
lunch on the trail |
| 3 hour ride | 9am or 12:30pm | $6 | |
A leader from the unit is required on the trail rides.
There are generally 20 horses available from September to June, and approxomately
10 horses available from July to August.
RESTRICTIONS -- Persons over 250 lbs. will be safety checked, and may not be able to ride.
The trail guide has the responsibility to restrict any person from riding who may, in their
opinion, pose a safety risk to themselves, others, or the horse.
Hayrides
Wagons are available to Explorer posts for hayrides. Hayride groups may rent the Nagel
recreation hall after hayrides for parties. All hayrides begin and end at the Nagel Explorer
Base, and last for about one hour. Horse and hayrides will not be cancelled because of
weather until the day of the event. Available March through November.
MAXIMIM 20 PERSONS PER WAGON
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