obstacles

Most riders and trainers know the value of trail obstacles. They offer a unique challenge for your horse and help them overcome their fears. Some includes tarps, umbrellas, water elements, and bridges. The options are endless! It can be scary for your horse to step onto a bridge or platform. Once you help them beat...

Most trail riders come across a water crossing at least once on their trip. It could be a small puddle or creek, either way your horse needs to be confident going through it. No one wants to dismount or turn around because their horse refuses to move forward. With training, your horse can cross water...

Each year, the IMTCA (International Mountain Trail Challenge Association) puts on a variety of trail obstacle challenges. These events have riders navigate through manmade and natural elements, such as bridges, rock patches, water crossings and more! They’re open to all types of riders and horses. A few facilities act as hosts for these unique and fun...

Trail obstacle courses push horses and their riders to the ultimate limit. These unique competitions challenge a horse by testing their ability to trust their rider. They must navigate through a series of obstacles by listening very carefully to their rider’s aids. If you’re looking for a fun way to test your horse’s training, here...

If you’re looking to try something new with your horse, agility might be the sport for you! Similar to what you might see in a dog agility competition, handlers guide their horses through a series of obstacles. It is a great way to connect with your horse and test the bond you have. The levels...

PC: BLMIdaho A trail horse challenge will put your horsemanship skills to the ultimate test! Riders and those leading their horses from the ground should expect a series of natural and manmade obstacles in an arena. Your job is to maneuver through them while being judged on how well your horse completed it and how...