B. The right horse
The right mind
The right confirmation
Buying the right horse
C. The physical horse
Muscles and bore
The foot and legs
D. Riding equipment
Saddles, tack, and accessories
E. Basic training for the riding horse
Steps that weanlings, yearlings and two-year-olds should be brought through.
Responding to pressures
The round pen (Horse Whispering?)
Practice time
F. Bitting, saddling, riding
Practice time
G. Basic training for pack horse
Similar to 'E'
H. Packing equipment
Packsaddle types and different methods
Panniers, bags, top packs, ropes, rigging, Mantis, Etc...
I. Packing up
Single diamond, Double Diamond, One Man Diamond, Basket
Hitch
Weight and balance
Technique and caution
Practice time
J. Trimming and shoeing
Observation only
Possible hands on trimming for interested individuals.
K. Caring for horses
common problems and remedies
Basic First Aid
L. Safe travel on the trail
Trailer
Leading horses
Hobbling and wrangling
Stops and starts
Difficult trail (bog, water,deadfall, etc.)
M. The campsite and equipment
Guests will have the opportunity to observe and use various equipment, tents and tools.