Riding Gear/Clothing
Name all three basic types of protective gear.
Pants, boots, and a helmet.
Why shouldn't you run or use loud voices near a horse?
Running and using loud voices near horses can spook them.
What does a curry comb do?
A curry comb is used to help break up really tightly packed dirt as well as cool down a horse when they sweat.
What does the helmet do?
The helmet is meant to protect your head in case you fall.
What is the room called where you can put away your tack?
The tack room.
What direction should you use a curry comb on a horse?
In a circular motion.
What do the riding pants do?
The purpose of breeches is to give you a better grip on the saddle to enhance your ability in the saddle.
Why shouldn't you hang on a gate or fence?
If a fence or gate gets broken, it offers the horse a chance to get loose.
What should you never do with a hoof pick?
Try to pick the horse's frog.
What do riding boots do?
The purpose of boots is they protect the rider's feet and ankles from injury, prevent slipping in the stirrups, and they help to maintain the proper leg position in the saddle.
Where does the bridle go when put on a horse?
What is commonly mistaken for a knot when grooming a horse's mane and tail?
The horse's tail bone.
What are riding pants typically called?
Breeches
Name all five rules we covered today.
1. No running
2. No loud voices
3. Pick up and put away supplies and tack
4. No climbing on hay, gates, fences, etc.
5. No riding or handling your horse alone.
Name five grooming tools we learned about today.
1. Curry comb
2. Hard brush
3. Soft brush
4. Mane and tail brush
5. Hoof pick