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At
Barnes Ranch, we promote responsible horse Basics of Horse Care, developed by Gerrie, uses a hands-on clinic to provide one full day of instruction and practice in caring for a horse. Using our schooling horses you will learn how to perform daily tasks and interact with a horse in a safe manner. |
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Note: For your safety and to anticipate horse behavior, it is recommended that you have an understanding of a horse’s flight and herd instincts. This information is covered in the second seminar: The Basics of Owning a Horse.
In the Basics of Horse Care you will learn:
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How
to safely get a horse from a stall or pasture
How to correctly halter a horse How to lead a horse How to tie a horse safely How to safely pick out a horse’s feet How to groom a horse How to cut the horse’s bridle path and trim his face and ears Longeing a horse at liberty/round penning How to tell if a horse is hot and how to cool him down Grooming a horse after riding Safely returning a horse to the stall or pasture Care of tack Stable management Feeding manners & rules |
Please
check the calendar at right for specific dates & times.
Cost:
$150 per person or $125 with combination discount
Combination
Discount
Take both seminars and clinic and pay only $225 – a $43 savings
per person.
Bring a “buddy” and the second fee is only $200.
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“Thank
you for the wonderful seminar series. I learned so much and
had some old information validated. Given the opportunity, I
would be sure to recommend your courses to anyone who asks.”
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Sherrie
Brotzman
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“All
levels of experience were attended to. Felt very relaxed. Entire
surroundings gave an air of welcomeness!”
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Doug
Hallden
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“It
was excellent. More than I expected to be made available.”
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Cherie
Miller
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