Al Rayyan, Qatar – Sheikh Faisel’s Cheetah

January 13th, 2018 – Al Rayyan, Qatar – Sheikh Faisal’s Museum – His Cheetah

Capturing Galloping Colts & Fillies in Action & One Silly Mafnood

A few fun moments before my hack ride with Bay Mare. S, 🇶🇦 Silly Mafnood Galloping Colts & Fillies

Exploring Al Samariyah Equestrian Centre: Bay Mare And The Oryx Adventure

Bay Mare, as she is affectionately called, is one of the old girls at the stables.   I am told she is a good horse to ride as I’m led to an arena. There, I trot her out and get a feel for her. But I was startled. This old mare was full of energy….

Joyful Hack Ride Through Sheikh Faisal’s Farm

Michael and I enjoyed a hack ride around Sheikh Faisal’s farm. Michael was riding Mafnood. I was riding Mafnood’s bestie. After our ride, Mafnood and his bestie were put in the same stable together. I fell in love with these horses. They were so sweet. Mafnood has a lot of personality, is very social. His…

My Morning Ride with Mafnood: A Horse Adventure

Today a new horse was presented for my morning hack ride around the farm.   His name was Mafnood, and he needed a crop. I was told he likes to find patches of sand and roll in it. Even when a rider is on his back. The presence of the crop gently reminds him that…

First Ride with Farfoor: Challenges And Triumphs In Riding

The McLaren My ride to the farm early this morning required a stop. I had to fill our car’s tank with petrol (that’s what you call it here). Here are pictures of one of the world’s most expensive cars, a McLaren, parked next to the petrol station. Al Samariyah Equestrian Centre – Hack Ride –…