$225 · Horse Lease - Metchosin

The leasing opportunities here come up rarely and we have an opening for one person starting July 1, 2025. The ideal person is an adult that likes to do leisurely trail rides in beautiful countryside. We are not a show barn, and our horses are semi-retired. The property is located next to the galloping goose trail for miles of trail riding and a short hack from the Metchosin Community Riding Ring (requires registration at the Community Hall). There is also a lit sand round pen on the property available for use. This is an adult atmosphere, and intermediate or experienced riders need only apply. There are no lessons available with the lease, but an outside instructor can be arranged at your cost. The lease is a month-to-month arrangement. It's $225 a month to ride one day a week, $300 for two or $375 for three days a week. The lease provides use of the horse’s tack and equipment, but not the rider's helmet or boots. We do operate under the “you break it you buy is policy”. We ask that you treat our equipment like your own. There is general care required of the horse and equipment on your riding days, fly spray, hoof care, tack cleaning etc. Clean up of manure in paddocks and field area is required on your riding days and can be shared if another leaser shares your day. If you are unable to ride on your designated day, then an email or text to the owner is required to ensure that the chores are covered. The horse is yours on your designated lease day and you can ride anytime within barn hours 9:00am-8:00pm (daylight hours). The evening hours will extend or shrink as the daylight does or you are free to use the lit round pen in the winter. The horse should only leave the property for a maximum of three hours unless previously arranged with the owner. Horse Council of BC (HCBC) insurance and wearing regulation safety equipment - certified riding helmet and boots with a heel is mandatory. Lucky is a 16hh quarter horse gelding that is wonderful on the trails. He is good to go out in a group or on his own but does require an intermediate rider. I have western or English tack available for use. Other leasers currently ride on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, if you are looking to connect with another rider to trail ride. If this interests you and you'd like to discuss more, please send me an email to arrange a meet and greet.