4-H Horsemanship Standards
Study Guide -
Level 1 and 2 Stable Management
and Safety
What I need to learn:    

Level 1:

- Know at least two things that are not
safe to do or have in a barn.
- Know at least one type of bedding for
horses.

Suggested Resources: Chapter 4 USPC
Intermediate Horsemanship



Level 2:

- Name at least three common stable
vices.
- Name at least two types of fencing that
are safe for horses.

Suggested Resources: Chapter 6 in
USPC Basics for Beginners, Chapter 4
in USPC Basics for Beginners, Stable
Relationships

What I need to study:


Horse Bedding  

Do not ever use black walnut shavings for
your horse. Click here to find out why

Common Stable Vices  

How to Clean a Stall  
   
Stall Design  
   
Safe Fencing  

Take This Safe Fencing Quiz  
   
Riding in a Group  
   
Pasture Safety

Barn Safety