How big of an arena should we build? - Page 2

 Thanks! I'll pass the compliment along to my husband. He cleared the training field, it was all kudzu, blackberries and scrub trees when we bought the place. He also built the clubhouse. It's taken a few years and is a forever work in progress, but at least it's something we both love.
Annette

Wow that area looks gorgeous!  i like grass but worry about the maintenance of it. Sure is pretty.  Also the dogs pounding on it could ugly/muddy it up pretty quick.  Hog fuel in Canada is wood shavings that are about 4 to 5 inches in length.  we use it in arenas for the horses.  nice and bouncey for them landing after a jump (horses)  The property is 6 acres so 100 yards should do nicely!  maybe do grass in the beginning to cut costs and change footing later?  Sand prices here would kill us!  A dump truck load is 500.00 or more. Thank so much for taking the time to respond.  This is a big investment you want to do it right the first time! 

Wow that area looks gorgeous!  i like grass but worry about the maintenance of it. Sure is pretty.  Also the dogs pounding on it could ugly/muddy it up pretty quick.  Hog fuel in Canada is wood shavings that are about 4 to 5 inches in length.  we use it in arenas for the horses.  nice and bouncey for them landing after a jump (horses)  The property is 6 acres so 100 yards should do nicely!  maybe do grass in the beginning to cut costs and change footing later?  Sand prices here would kill us!  A dump truck load is 500.00 or more. Thank so much for taking the time to respond.  This is a big investment you want to do it right the first time!