Mesilla Park, NM
May 2004
Mary Saxton Griffin
Fine Art Photographer
All images are Copyright 2003 by Mary Saxton Griffin
To receive permission to use images, please contact Mary at msaxton@zianet.com
Horse Heaven Riding School is 4 miles south of Las Cruces on S. Main Street in picturesque Mesilla Valley. |
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Pecan orchards and the Organ Mountains frame the blue summer sky. |
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The horses often stand head-to-rear to swish the flies off of each other's faces. |
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Tim learns how to put a bridle on a horse. |
Tim catches Charlie and brings her to the fence for a brush down before riding. |
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Having a little friendly conversation. |
"Now, how do you tie this again?" |
A class of beginning riders start to circle the arena. |
Instructor Jess watches the action from the center of the arena. |
Passing another horse on the inside. |
"Back straight, heals down!" |
