HTM 156 - Colt Training

Credits: 12(0-12)

Provides each student with two or more horses to start and train in the following objectives: show at halter; proper grooming; bitting and driving; stand still while being saddled, bridled and mounted; work on the rail; take proper leads; back; lope circles; stop; two-track; open gates; accept a rope; drag a log; accept a slicker while mounted. The student will also receive instruction in the theory of basic hoof care and proper stable management. This section will end with the student participating in the HTM semester Horse Show. Prerequisite(s): Student must be accepted into the HTM certificate program.