| Ponies and Paints comes to you in a full-size
truck and 14' bumper-pull trailer. We fit in most
neighborhoods with ease.
Setting aside a designated parking area for us is
appreciated. We
like to unload our equipment nearby but prefer having a quiet
place to get the ponies ready.
Here are some
observations we’ve made during our stay at parties and other
events:
It works well
to schedule the pony rides to start a half an hour after the
party starts.
This allows guests to arrive and greet each other.
Smaller
children (between the ages of 1 and 4) may only want to sit on
the pony or ride it for a very short period with a parent
close by. Often,
they are much more brave on their second turn. We will take the age
of the children attending into consideration when giving you
an estimate on the optimum amount of time you should schedule
for pony rides.
When sending
out invitations, be sure to notify parents that there will be
pony rides at the party.
We suggest having the children wear close-toed shoes
around the ponies and while riding.
Having other
mellow activities going on at the same time as the pony rides
keeps guests entertained until it’s their turn to ride. Sports and
high-energy games are best held in an area away from the
ponies. This
helps ensure the safety of the children, ponies, and
handlers.
Our ponies
are accustomed to dogs near and around them. Dogs at times will
attempt to run around, nip, or generally act playfully with
the ponies.
Although your dog may be very kind and friendly, we ask
that you confine him or her for the duration of the pony’s
stay.
Keeping
balloons and long streamers away from the designated pony ride
area is greatly appreciated. The ponies are used to
popping balloons, but they make our handlers jumpy! Balloons
tied at lower levels next to the ponies are tempting for the
children to grab as the pony they are riding walks by
them. They also
are liable to hit or entangle a child, pony, or handler as
they walk by.
Having an
adult or a responsible older child nearby to assist in keeping
children from running up behind the ponies is extremely
helpful. This
keeps all of us safer and more
relaxed.
Plan
enough time for the rest of your activities. Leave time for
organized games, cake cutting, and present opening for when
the rides are completed. We can help you with a
time line and games that will go along with your party’s theme
and will work with you to provide you the best possible order
of
activities. | 
