Revised February 2024
IV. EQUESTRIAN RULES AND ETIQUETTE
Riding Etiquette
1. Courtesy and common sense are expected by all members and riders using or visiting BOH facilities. 2. Before entering the arenas, check for oncoming horses. Close the gate on entry and move towards the center of the ring as soon as possible. 3. Stay to the inside while walking, thus allowing those who are moving at a faster gait access to the rail. However, if someone is “working” at the walk on the rail, graciously pass the rider to the inside. 4. Riding in the indoor arenas can be very crowded at times. Riders are encouraged to travel in a single direction around the indoor arenas. To change direction, please advise others so all can change to the new direction. When traveling in opposite directions, horses should pass left to left. The horse on the left track has the right-of-way. 5. Precedence in the ring will at all times be given to scheduled lessons. Those exercising their horses are expected to surrender the rail and routes along a jumping course without being specifically requested to do so. 6. Those taking lessons have priority for trainer attention. Please try not to interrupt trainers when they are giving a lesson.
7. Upon leaving the arena, immediately close the gate behind you.
8. Members should use their own equipment only.
9. There is a ride time board outside the Stable Office. If you plan to ride at a certain time, be sure to post the time on the board (see manager for instructions) so your horse will be in his stall and groomed (if on full board). 10. If you plan to ride during the feeding hour, make certain to have stable management prepare a bucket so you can feed your horse when finished riding.
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