[RC] response: Very young riders in AERC rides - EgyptianMirage
But young children will happily do many things
that are dangerous or can damage their growing bodies simply due to
over-stress.
So is climbing a tree! Are you going to try and ban that also? Why would you deny a child of 5, that can "obviously" perform, the opportunity to do something that gives them the confidence they can use throughout the rest of their life! I think you are forgetting the fact that most stress comes from negative influences, not positive ones. I would have to think that riding a 100 mile ride would tend to lean on the side of joy and accomplishment. I applaud that 5 year old and wish them more rides in the future.
Forgive me if I am wrong but I believe the AERC's responsibility is for the horse, not other parents children! Next thing you know, the masses will start telling us we can't spank our children......Oh yah, I forgot, they already have!
So, as far as that very serious problem that you are saying exists........sorry, but I just don't see it.
Ginger
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