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ACCREDITATION COURSE: ECHUCA 25 – 26 November 2023

ACCREDITATION INFORMATION FOR PARTICIPANTS

The course is an ATHRA internal course run by ATHRA and hosted by the Echuca and District Trail Horse Riders Assn. The

accreditation course is for ATHRA members only and all participants must be currently registered with ATHRA as a member.

The ATHRA Trainer for this course is Clare Cummins.

To participate complete the application form and pay the fee of $50.00 to your hosting club. This fee must be paid in advance no

later than 14 days ahead of the weekend so the host club can forward payment to ATHRA and the trainer can lock in travel

commitments.

The Course Agenda generally follows this outline.

Modifications may be made depending upon prevailing weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances.

SATURDAY SUNDAY

0900 – 10:30: Classroom Theory 08:30 – 10:45: Practical Riding Simulated Trail Ride

10:30 – 10:45: Morning Tea Break (MT provided) 10:45 – 11:00: Morning Tea Break (MT provided)

10:45 – 12:15: Classroom Theory 11:00 - 12:30: Classroom Theory

12:15 – 12:45: Lunch Break (Lunch provided) 12:30 – 13:00: Lunch Break (Lunch provided)

12:45 – 14:45: Practical Riding Assessment 13:00 – 1400: Theory & Certificate Award Advice

14:45 – 15:00: Afternoon Tea Break (AT provided) 14:00: Finish (AT provided)

15:00 – 1700: Classroom Theory

COURSE PRACTICAL RIDING REQUIREMENTS

All course participants wishing to obtain the Trail Boss qualification will be required to meet and satisfy all of the practical riding

requirements listed below. There is no allowance for Trainers/Assessors to deviate from the requirement. Trail Boss applicants must

independently complete the following and be observed as being in control at all times;

• Ride a horse in a walk, trot and canter, this is to be carried out in either a 20 metre circle or figure of 8. The rider must

complete this exercise independently and complete each circle as directed by the Assessor.

• Lead a horse whilst mounted and be in control of both the ridden and led horse. This exercise is to be conducted at a walk.

The Assessor will want to observe both horses are under control by the rider at all times.

• Mount and dismount their horse unassisted. The use of mounting blocks, steps or stools as an aid to mounting is generally

not permitted. Natural culverts, logs and ditches are permitted to be used.

• Correct use and fit of equipment will be observed as well as the condition of them.

• Securely tie up a horse.

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ACCREDITATION COURSE: ECHUCA 25 – 26 November 2023

• Safely lead a horse from the ground using reins or lead rope.

• Safely open & close a hinged gate as well as a “makeshift gate” (Cocky Gate)

• Role Playing – Trail Boss applicants must be observed in taking control of scenarios as outlined by the Assessor. This is to

be taken seriously and undertaken to the best of the applicant’s ability. This is taken into consideration by the Trainer when

awarding of certificates.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• You may arrive on Friday night.

• Non powered camping sites are available

• Showers, toilets and access to a camp kitchen with $5.00 cost towards Rotary and must be paid on arrival

• Some horse yards available, however we recommend you BYO portable electric yards.

• BYO horse food and horse buckets.

• A simple lunch and morning/afternoon tea will be provided both Saturday and Sunday

• Hot breakfast available on Sat & Sun and BBQ dinner for additional cost or group dinner in town

• Nearest meal providers: Pubs, clubs, Macca’s KFC, Pizza, etc. Most will deliver if required

• Nearest Accommodation: Lots within walking distance, check when booking in.

DON’T FORGET TO BRING WITH YOU

• Your horse! (Trail Boss and ride Steward Applicants only, those applying for Ride Coordinator do not have to take part in

the practical sessions on horseback)

• Your sense of humor – whilst we are learning, we are also having fun

• Pen and writing pad

PRIOR TO THE COURSE

• You must complete this Free ATHRA on-line training prior to attending

Horse Safe Volunteer Induction – Affinity Risk Management

• We strongly recommend you download and spend time reading the ATHRA Code of Conduct – Available from the ATHRA

Website prior to the course.

o Download your copy at IMS-GU-010 ATHRA Code Of Conduct V20220207

PAYMENT

Payment (including camping) must be made into the following account:

FOR FURTHER QUERIES CONTACT:

ANNEMARIE NORMAN, COORDINATOR

Ph: 0409 787 371 or email miekia1039@yahoo.com.au