Trail Riding, livre ebook

Experience the sheer joy of being one with your horse and one with nature.
When you're riding the trails with your horse, you enjoy a refreshing feeling of freedom, the exhilaration of exploration, and an invigorating escape from the demands of the day. You're in control--as long as you can control the 1,000-pound creature you're riding. Trail Riding: A Complete Guide takes you from the basics to more advanced trail riding skills with information on:
* How to choose a horse, including basics on conformation
* Finding the best trail-riding lessons, tack, and equipment
* Feeding, care, grooming, health care, and stable management
* Conditioning--for the horse and yourself
* Trailering to trails
* Advanced trail riding, including information on camping with your horse, how competitive trail riding is judged, and racing on the trail
* Tips on how to find the best trails, both locally and around the country
This book helps you develop the knowledge and skills that will give you a leg up every time you climb in the saddle. You and your horse will become the perfect pair for relaxing yet energizing adventures off the beaten path.
Acknowledgments.

Introduction.

Part I: Getting Started.

1. Laying a Good Foundation.

2. Getting Experience in the Saddle.

3. Finding a Horse to Ride.

4. Tacking Up.

Part II: Caring for the Trail Horse.

5. Basic Care.

6. Preventative Care.

7. Health Concerns.

Part III: On the Trail.

8. Preparing Your Horse for Trail.

9. Conditioning Yourself for Trail.

10. Safety on the Trail.

11. Finding Good Trails.

12. Trailering to Trails.

Part IV: Advanced Trail Riding.

13. Camping With Your Horse.

14. Judging on the Trail.

15. Racing on the Trail.

Part V: Appendixes.

A. Glossary.

B. Resources.

C. Trail Riding Opportunities.

Illustration Credits.

Index.