Horseback Riding Safety

Horseback Riding Safety

Horse Safety, Horses

Every year, millions of Americans participate in horseback riding activities. Riders are often six feet above the ground on horses weighing more than 1,000 pounds capable of 35 miles-per-hour speeds. So while horseback riding can be very enjoyable, there are inherent...

15 Steps to Minimizing Theft of Horses and Equipment

Horses, Management

Individuals can take several precautions in the management and care of horses, facilities and equipment to minimize the risk of theft. This article contains 15 steps to minimizing theft on any horse farm. Almost any victim of horse theft can attest to the emotional...
Judging Horse Events – Trail

Judging Horse Events – Trail

Horse Judging, Horses

The trail class is judged on the performance of the horse over obstacles, with emphasis on manners, response to the rider, and quality of movement. Class Requirements Horses must not be required to work on the rail. Horses must work all three gaits (walk, jog, lope)....
Judging Horse Events – Hunt Seat Equitation

Judging Horse Events – Hunt Seat Equitation

Horse Judging, Horses

Hunt Seat Equitation evaluates the ability of the hunter rider to perform various maneuvers on his or her horse which provides a base for the natural progression to over-fence classes. The hunt seat equitation class: Tests an amateur or youth’s ability to ride, not...
Judging Horse Events – Dressage

Judging Horse Events – Dressage

Horse Judging, Horses

Dressage is an ancient equestrian discipline that highlights movements originally used in warhorses. The first horsemanship book, On Horsemanship, was written by the Greek cavalry general Xenophon and contains many of the same concepts seen in modern-day dressage. The...