Lessons

01/03/05

The Bitterroot Pony Club offers mounted lessons in the spring, summer and fall. In the winter we have unmounted lessons where we learn about horse management.

Dress Code for Mounted Lessons

	Boots- some type of riding footwear, over the ankle and with a heel, such as leather or rubber boot. Waffle type soles are not permitted.
	Helmet- all members must wear an ASTM-SEI approved helmet.
	Shirt- always tucked neatly in appropriate breeches, jodhper pants. Sleeveless shirts are not allowed.

Turnout

The horse or pony should show regular care and attention. A good way to teach this goal is to follow the method in the USPC Manual of Horsemanship. BPC's minimum requirement is that the horse's feet are properly shod or trimmed, the mane, tail, legs and body brushed free of excessive dirt and debris, and teeth have regular veterinary inspections. Mounts need yearly shots and a regular worming schedule.

All grooming equipment must be kept clean. Leather should be of good quality, kept supple, clean and in good repair. The stitching should be checked regularly to make sure it is in good condition, and fit well. Stirrup irons should be one inch larger than the ball of the boot. Bits should be clean and fit the horse. A plain snaffle bit is preferred.

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