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You and the trail - your responsabilities
Horsemanship
You and the Trail – We are the Cavalliers read before you hit out on the trail
In Harmony with the horse and the environment
The goal of trail riding is harmony —
with the horse, with nature and with the people we meet along the way.
The horse always comes first.
Its physical and mental well‑being has priority over distance, speed or ambition.
Responsibility starts with the rider
On the trail, responsibility cannot be delegated. The rider decides:
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pace and distance, when to ride or lead, when to continue, stop or turn back
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A horse does not choose the trail — the rider does.
Relieving the horse
Responsible trail riding means relieving the horse whenever possible:
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leading instead of riding
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walking steep sections up or down
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adjusting plans to terrain and fatigue
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Trail riding is not about staying in the saddle at all costs.
It is about arriving safely — together.
Care, equipment and simplicity
Responsibility includes thoughtful care and functional equipment.
The trail horse is:
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kept in a species‑appropriate way
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well cared for and cooperative
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equipped according to terrain and condition
Simplicity, comfort and reliability matter more than appearance or tradition.
Sharing the trail with others
Trail riding happens in shared spaces.
We show respect by:
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greeting pedestrians and passing at a walk
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adapting our position on narrow trails
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behaving calmly and courteously when we face dogs, other horses, or bikers
Respect for land and people
Trails exist because they are maintained by the forest service and the back country horseman people
we respect private property, stay on designated trails, close gates, respect hunting seasons, and forestry work
Farmers and ranchers are partners — not obstacles. We leave no traces.
Impact and conduct
Responsible riders manage their impact on the trail. At Camp, we stay clear of the water by at least 30 feet.
We remove manure where necessary, and public areas are treated with care.
Small actions protect long‑term access.
Decision‑making on the trail
Good decisions are calm and early. They include changing plans, getting off your horse,and choosing safety over ego. Responsibility is not rigid. It is adaptive.
Trail riding is defined by:
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how we treat our horses
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how we move through nature
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how we interact with others
Responsibility is not a limitation.
It is what makes trail riding possible.
Sportsmanship
You and the Trail – We are the Cavalliers read before you hit out on the trail
In Harmony with the horse and the environment
The goal of trail riding is harmony —
with the horse, with nature and with the people we meet along the way.
The horse always comes first.
Its physical and mental well‑being has priority over distance, speed or ambition.
Responsibility starts with the rider
On the trail, responsibility cannot be delegated. The rider decides:
-
pace and distance, when to ride or lead, when to continue, stop or turn back
-
A horse does not choose the trail — the rider does.
Relieving the horse
Responsible trail riding means relieving the horse whenever possible:
-
leading instead of riding
-
walking steep sections up or down
-
adjusting plans to terrain and fatigue
-
Trail riding is not about staying in the saddle at all costs.
It is about arriving safely — together.
Care, equipment and simplicity
Responsibility includes thoughtful care and functional equipment.
The trail horse is:
-
kept in a species‑appropriate way
-
well cared for and cooperative
-
equipped according to terrain and condition
Simplicity, comfort and reliability matter more than appearance or tradition.
Sharing the trail with others
Trail riding happens in shared spaces.
We show respect by:
-
greeting pedestrians and passing at a walk
-
adapting our position on narrow trails
-
behaving calmly and courteously when we face dogs, other horses, or bikers
Respect for land and people
Trails exist because they are maintained by the forest service and the back country horseman people
we respect private property, stay on designated trails, close gates, respect hunting seasons, and forestry work
Farmers and ranchers are partners — not obstacles. We leave no traces.
Impact and conduct
Responsible riders manage their impact on the trail. At Camp, we stay clear of the water by at least 30 feet.
We remove manure where necessary, and public areas are treated with care.
Small actions protect long‑term access.
Decision‑making on the trail
Good decisions are calm and early. They include changing plans, getting off your horse,and choosing safety over ego. Responsibility is not rigid. It is adaptive.
Trail riding is defined by:
-
how we treat our horses
-
how we move through nature
-
how we interact with others
Responsibility is not a limitation.
It is what makes trail riding possible.
Naturship
You and the Trail – We are the Cavalliers read before you hit out on the trail
In Harmony with the horse and the environment
The goal of trail riding is harmony —
with the horse, with nature and with the people we meet along the way.
The horse always comes first.
Its physical and mental well‑being has priority over distance, speed or ambition.
Responsibility starts with the rider
On the trail, responsibility cannot be delegated. The rider decides:
-
pace and distance, when to ride or lead, when to continue, stop or turn back
-
A horse does not choose the trail — the rider does.
Relieving the horse
Responsible trail riding means relieving the horse whenever possible:
-
leading instead of riding
-
walking steep sections up or down
-
adjusting plans to terrain and fatigue
-
Trail riding is not about staying in the saddle at all costs.
It is about arriving safely — together.
Care, equipment and simplicity
Responsibility includes thoughtful care and functional equipment.
The trail horse is:
-
kept in a species‑appropriate way
-
well cared for and cooperative
-
equipped according to terrain and condition
Simplicity, comfort and reliability matter more than appearance or tradition.
Sharing the trail with others
Trail riding happens in shared spaces.
We show respect by:
-
greeting pedestrians and passing at a walk
-
adapting our position on narrow trails
-
behaving calmly and courteously when we face dogs, other horses, or bikers
Respect for land and people
Trails exist because they are maintained by the forest service and the back country horseman people
we respect private property, stay on designated trails, close gates, respect hunting seasons, and forestry work
Farmers and ranchers are partners — not obstacles. We leave no traces.
Impact and conduct
Responsible riders manage their impact on the trail. At Camp, we stay clear of the water by at least 30 feet.
We remove manure where necessary, and public areas are treated with care.
Small actions protect long‑term access.
Decision‑making on the trail
Good decisions are calm and early. They include changing plans, getting off your horse,and choosing safety over ego. Responsibility is not rigid. It is adaptive.
Trail riding is defined by:
-
how we treat our horses
-
how we move through nature
-
how we interact with others
Responsibility is not a limitation.
It is what makes trail riding possible.
Trail Rules
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The horse comes first.
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Inform the team about your horse
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You are solely responsible for your horse and equipment.
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Be ready and on time and wait until everyone is ready to ride off.
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We ride as a team.
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Hold your position at a walk, trot and canter.
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Keep your distance from the person in front of you.
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Horses do not die of thirst if they have to go without water for two hours.
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The guide or wrangler is in charge.
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If one has to take a leak, all go taking a leak.
Western Lore
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Stories from your neighbor's past should not interest you.
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You discuss problems with your neighbor when you can see the whites of his eyes.
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You shall not speak evil of any enemy, nor shall you give up on him if he gives up.
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You should not be ungrateful.
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You shall not take away from anyone anything that does not belong to you.
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You should be ready to help, support the weak and women, and defend them against everything and everyone and not tolerate that even a hair on their head should be harmed.