Horses

Guided Trail Rides

The Anne Springs Close Greenway maintains an equestrian facility for professionally led trail rides. The trail rides meander through some of the most beautiful countryside left in this region. The trail riding schedule changes seasonally. All riders must be at least nine years old. In order to preserve trail conditions, all horse trails are closed for at least one day following a rain event of one inch or more. After rain, please call 803-547-1019 to ensure that the trails are open.

All riders must sign up and make payment in the drop box. The sign-up sheets are posted on the bulletin board outside at the Horse Barn after 6:00 p.m. on Sunday for the trail rides the following Tuesday and Saturday. Once the sign-up sheet is full it is removed. Horses will be saddled and ready 15 minutes prior to the trail ride. We suggest you arrive 20 minutes before the ride to allow time for adjustments. In case of cancellation due to inclement weather, you will be able to reschedule your ride for a later date.

Trail Ride Schedule: Summer 2010
  • Tuesdays 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm  $20/person
  • Saturdays 9:00 am – 10:30 am  $30/person

  • Additional rides added based on demand
     

Lead Line Rides

Currently closed for the summer. Beginning back in September 2010, adults can lead their child on horseback each  Saturday and Sunday from 2:30 - 5:00pm.  $5/30 minutes.  Barn staff will saddle and help you get started.

Birthday Parties

Birthday parties are available for children of all ages. Hayrides are also available. Please contact John Morris (803) 524-5213 for information.

Adopt-A-Horse Program

To adopt a horse, riders must be experienced and know how to groom, bridle and saddle a horse. Riders must be familiar with our trails. At least three guided trail rides are required by all in order to be eligible to adopt – no exceptions. Riders must be at least 15 years old or adopt with an adult. The next registration will be Wednesday, September 8, 2010 beginning at 8 a.m. at the Horse Barn. The fees are as follows:

Fort Mill Resident
  • Thursday $45 per month
  • Saturday or Sunday $50 per month
Non-Resident
  • Thursday $55 per month
  • Saturday or Sunday $60 per month

Horseback Riding Lessons

Lessons are offered in the spring and fall and available to children ages 9-14 years and for adults. The next registration date will be Tuesday, September 7, 2010 beginning at 8 a.m. at the Horse Barn. The children’s lessons are one hour per week for four weeks. They are offered on Monday or Wednesday afternoons at either 4 to 5 p.m. or 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Upon completion of the first four weeks, the children may continue for four more weeks of lessons. Adult classes are one hour per week for five weeks and are offered on Thursday afternoons at 5:30 p.m. Additional classes may be added based on demand.

Child & Adult Lesson Fees (4 lessons)
  • $55 Fort Mill Resident
  • $65 Non-Resident

Equestrian Camp Registration Opens March 1, 2011

An equestrian day camp is offered in Fort Mill in the summer. The day camp is offered for four weeks beginning June 6, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, except for the overnight camp out on Thursday. The camp is for children ages 9-14. Camp applications are accepted starting Tuesday, March 1, 2011.  

Camp activities:
  • Grooming, feeding, and care of horses
  • Riding instruction and techniques for beginners, intermediate, and advanced riders
  • Recreational riding
  • Evening trail ride and overnight campout
  • Crafts
  • Riding demonstration for family and friends

Horse Boarding on the Greenway

Horse boarding on the Greenway is offered at the barn on Highway 160 and in pastures around the property.  Pastures on the Greenway are soil tested annually and fertilized and seeded as required.  The Greenway grows and stores most of its own hay.

Barn Boarding ($300/month)
Horses fed grain twice daily
Run-in shelter
Winter hay
Tack shed accessibility
Annual Greenway membership and access to trail system
Use of the outdoor and indoor riding rings when available

Pasture Boarding ($200/month)
Winter hay
Tack shed accessibility
Annual Greenway membership and access to trail system
Use of the outdoor and indoor riding rings when available