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Apr 16, 2024
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2020-2021 Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]
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AGE 158 - Fundamentals of Trail Riding
Description: Preparation of horse and rider for safe and enjoyable trail rides. Includes appropriate tack selection, trail first aid, etiquette of riding in groups, camping considerations, and trailering. On-campus use of trail obstacle course includes water crossing, teeter-totter, pedestal and bridges. Horse ownership required or contact instructor for lease option. Ability to transport horse to site required.
Credits: 2
Lecture: 1
Lab: 2
Course Content:
- Trailering, handling, loading, and transport of horses
- Trail-specific tack and gear for horse and rider
- Maneuvering trail obstacles
- Trail etiquette and safety
- Trail-specific first aid and kit design
- Introduction to camping with horses
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify and implement elements for safe transport of horses. (1)
- Evaluate trail-specific tack and gear for horse and rider. (2)
- Safely and efficiently maneuver a trail obstacle course. (3,4)
- Explain basic trail first aid. (5)
- Develop a trail-specific first aid kit. (5)
- Identify horse camping considerations including camp selection and horse containment while camping. (6)
- Develop a list of supplies for horse and rider for weekend camp trips. (6)
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