Unlike cars, horses can still successfully jump bridges without exploding and can continue to run after using carrots as fuel. Appreciate equine advantages over the horseless carriage with today's Groupon: for $65, you get three horseback-riding lessons at Avon Valley Show Stables, located in Avon (a $135 value).

Situated on 30 acres of verdant grassland neighboring the Farmington River, Avon Valley Show Stables saddles eager equestrians with quality courses and expert instruction in the ways of horseback riding. With style specialties in hunter, jumper, and hunt-seat equitation, lessons are offered for all ages (3 and up) and experience levels. Owned by professional show equestrian Emer Coyne , Avon Valley Show Stables features an experienced staff of pony-savvy instructors that will take pony-riding pupils through each step of the horseback process. Cantering cavalry can train on a stable horse or use one of their own, whether it's a majestic mustang named Afterglow or an existentially pondering pony named Aristotle. Lessons can be scheduled throughout the day, seven days a week, by appointment only.