Scott leads us around the fence where we come to a smaller enclosed area with two horses are waiting patiently. For the next hour, he reviews everything we need to know about the horses. I will be riding a horse named Amber, for her beautiful color, who Scott assures me is their most gentle horse. Nicholas will be leading with Max, a slightly larger horse.

“Are you ready, Kenzie?” Scott asks.

“I hope so,” I try to force myself to relax.

“Just remember, the horses know where they’re going. They won’t lead you off the path, so don’t worry about getting lost or anything.”

“I’m more worried about falling off!”...