Horses are very intuitive animals, they will figure you out easily and we will try to match their personalities and skills with your own to make this a pleasurable experience for all

Health and Safety

Please read

Basic Safety and Manners while Riding

Riding a horse is a physical activity that requires you to use your body so a measure of fitness is required. When you are riding, please be aware that you are working with your horse, you do have to be an active participant. Our guides will teach you
the basics of riding a horse. It is then up to you to practise these skills.

Honesty

Be sure, to be honest about your experience level as both the horses and the guides will notice what you are and are not capable of doing and we do not want to disappoint by the refusal of a trek for safety concerns. If you are nervous or suffer from a physical disability or illness, please make sure this is made clear to your guide so we can help you in any way necessary.

Safety

It is a requirement that you wear one of the helmets that we provide or bring your own. Always wear covered footwear. Follow the guide's instructions they are there to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Manners

Respect the horses. Talk to your horse as you approach from the side so they are aware of your presence. Horses spook at loud noises or sudden movements be aware of your actions. Take notice of your environment and the horse's behaviour, you will hopefully become confident with his personal characteristics and actions. These are intelligent animals.

Yard Rules

Children are to be supervised at all times and kept away from the horses until we are ready to help them mount their horse. We have an age limit of 7 years plus as we trek out in all-terrain and require a child to pay attention, keep their feet in the stirrups and fit our saddles. We DO NOT allow babies or toddlers to ride on the same horse as an adult this is a dangerous and preventable risk.

Good riding practise

Horses can be spooked by sudden movements and noises. Being aware of your surroundings as well as your horse is important. We ride through paddocks with sheep/cattle that can pop out from hiding places. The horses will also interact with each other as they are a herd. Riding your horse must be a partnership. Help him to help you. For example secure flapping/lose clothing and

don’t constantly pull on your horse's mouth.

Health Declaration

Please fill out the following form
in order to participate in our activity.

Full Name

Phone

Age

Riding Experience

Please identify any medical information. physical complaints or difficulties that might effect your participation in any activites with us.

Please identify any allergies and/or known reactions to medicines or drugs

Please state any usual treatment for any exsisting medical condidions or physical difficulties

Emergency Contact

Where are you from?

Where did you hear about us?

I declare that the info I’ve provided is accurate & complete and have read the safety information. I herebyatuthorize the staff of Cape Farewell horse Treks to obtain medical assistance on my behalf if they feel it is nessecary. I also acknowledge that some of the activites I may undertake in this program can be physically demaning and may involve an element of risk. I therefore agree to follow all instructions regarding matter of safety issued by the staff and to properly utilise any saftey equipment supplied to me and I agree not to knowingly act in a manner so as to endanger myself or any other person.

Your Signature

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