Category Archives: Unmounted

Certificate Readiness

Certificate Readiness Preparation Checklist So you are ready for your certificate. I know that you have all downloaded the test sheets and read them by now.  If you have not, it would be better to do that late than never. Remember, … Continue reading

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s02e02: Parts of the Horse (Instructor’s Cut)

Parts of the Horse Knowing the parts of the horse (anatomy) is important for anyone who rides, owns, or cares for a horse.  The ability to identify where an injury is located and tell the veterinarian over the phone can … Continue reading

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s02e01: Riding With Double Reins

Double Reins Double reins are used with specific bits and/or bridles.  Bits typically requiring double reins are:  kimberwick, pelham, elevator, and gag.  The double bridle requires double reins, one for the snaffle (bridoon), and one for the curb. Riding with … Continue reading

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Fencing

February’s unmounted lesson focused on fencing covering some aspects of safe fencing and dangerous fencing. More detailed information is available under Fencing in the Curriculum for 2011.

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Straight from the Horse’s Mouth, The Farrier (Mike Frazier)

Mike Frazier, serving South Eastern Idaho and South Western Wyoming spoke to PVPC Thursday, October 15.

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