Groom and Tack trainers help teach new volunteers the basis of grooming and tacking during volunteer training.
Groom and Tack trainers should have a good understanding of horse management and be capable of answering any question concerning tack and grooming. Eligible candidates are required to take and pass a test to receive further training from the instructor staff.
Please visit our calendar for future groom and tack testing and training dates.
Requirements:
Minimum of 18 years of age
Recommendation by a minimum of two members of the instructor staff
Participate as an active volunteer (Spring, Fall and/or Summer within one year) as either a volunteer captain, schooler, backrider or a whip for driving classes
Study References:
U.S. Pony Club Manuals Vol. 1,2,3 - may be purchased from most book retailers
Groom and Tack trainers should have a good understanding of horse management and be capable of answering any question concerning tack and grooming. Eligible candidates are required to take and pass a test to receive further training from the instructor staff.