Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan the ride.
- Access maps to confirm intended route and become familiar with route environment for the intended ride according to organisational policies and procedures.
- Identify possible hazards and risks associated with the ride according to organisational policies and procedures.
- Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information and ascertain possible impact on the ride.
- Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the ride.
- Select equipment for the ride.
- Select and check equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures.
- Adjust and fit equipment to ensure comfort and safety for rider and horse.
- Select and pack first aid supplies for horse and rider.
- Pack saddle bags to ensure even distribution and comfort for the horse.
- Select personal clothing and footwear that are appropriate for the ride.
- Demonstrate horse riding skills in a remote area.
- Adopt appropriate posture for horse riding and handle the horse in a safe and effective manner according to organisational policies and procedures.
- Approach and negotiate obstacles and hazards in a safe manner and minimise risks to self and group where possible.
- Initiate a gait appropriate to the terrain.
- Establish and maintain an appropriate rhythm according to conditions.
- Negotiate ascending and descending inclines on steep slopes.
- Demonstrate appropriate navigation skills to follow planned route.
- Apply minimum environmental impact procedures according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- Manage horse overnight in remote environment.
- Select a suitable site for tethering or corralling horses according to organisational policies and procedures.
- Set up corrals and picket lines using appropriate knots.
- Tether horse and supply with needs for overnight stop.
- Ensure safety of other horses and riders during stop over's according to organisational policies and procedures.
- Store equipment for overnight stop in a safe manner according to organisational policies and procedures.
- Evaluate the ride.