Black Level - Checklist

Checklist of objectives for Purple Level Horsemanship (Mounted)

Ribbon 1

  1. Walk, trot and canter, without stirrups

  2. Identify diagonals and leads through feel.

  3. Demonstrate the following maneuvers:

    -- 20m, 15m and 10m circles at walk and trot

    -- 20m, 15m and 10m half-circles at walk and trot

    -- Simple change of lead on a straight line

    -- Leg yield, from quarter line to rail, at walk and trot

  4. Ride accurate trot/halt/trot transitions.

  5. Demonstrate a walk to canter transition, returning to walk with three or fewer steps of trot.

  6. Ride canter to halt in three or fewer steps.

  7. Know distances for trot poles and basic gymnastic exercises.

  8. Ride a variety of gymnastic exercises up to 2’9”, with and without stirrups.

  9. Jump a course (minimum of 8 fences) at 2’6”, to include spread and vertical fences, related distances, bending lines, and a combination.

  10. Jump a small course (5 to 6 fences) at 2’ without stirrups.

  11. Maintain a galloping position at the walk, trot and canter, for a minimum of five minutes.

  12. Ride at the gallop in the open with control and a strong galloping position.

  13. Has completed two clinics this calendar year

  14. Has complete six horse show in this calendar year

Checklist of objectives for Black Level Horsemanship (Unmounted)

Ribbon 2

  1. Groom a horse to turnout inspection quality, to include appropriate hunt or button braids in the mane.

  2. Longe a quiet horse and evaluate performance and movement.

  3. Fit side reins.

  4. Pull a mane.

  5. Apply a shipping bandage.

  6. Wrap a tail for travel.

  7. Identify different types of shoes and their uses, to include traction devices such as borium and studs.

  8. Discuss blemishes such as windpuffs and bog spavin.

  9. Describe causes, signs, and treatment of laminitis/founder, tying up, choking, ulcers, thrush, skin conditions.

  10. Name five diseases of the horse and describe symptoms and preventative measures.

  11. Discuss stable and pasture management, to include:

    -- Turnout schedules

    -- Parasite management

    -- Grass management

    -- Different options for fencing and bedding

    -- Routine facility maintenance

    -- Daily care of horses