Cave Creek Horse Trailrides
BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGE

Mark next to each item the number of people we will provide the service to.

____ 1 hour or 1.5 hour trailride with Cave Creek Trailrides.
COST: Children’s rate 6-12 years old-$38.00/hour, $48.00/1.5 hour. Adults - same as chlid rate.

____ Birthday cake with candle and child’s name on cake. Bottled Gatorade or water for each guest. Western style paper plates and plastic silverware.
COST: $35.00- Minimum order/cost. This cake will feed up to 12 guests. $3.50/guests after the first 10 people.

____ Straw cowboy hat
COST: $5.00 per person

____ Western bandanna
COST: $2.00 per person

____ Sheriff’s badge
COST: $2.00 per person

____ Cowboy hat, western bandanna and Sheriff’s badge
COST: $8.00 per person

____ Free Disposable camera for birthday child.
COST: No charge

____ Cowboy Boots and Chaps can be worn on ride. This is optional and up to each guests.
COST: No charge

HERE IS HOW YOU CAN HELP:

1. Let us know date and time of your child’s birthday party. Please provide us with his/her name so that we can get it on the cake.

2. Each child’s guardian will be required to sign an Assumption of Risk Form. We will provide you with as many of those as needed. IF WE DO NOT HAVE A RISK FORM BACK THAT CHILD MAY NOT RIDE. This is probably the most important thing you will have to do. Children without a risk form will be very disappointed in not riding with their friends. < Click here for risk form.>

3. Birthday groups will wear our equestrian riding helmets (no charge). If you have someone who does not want to wear a riding helmet we have a release form that needs to be signed by the Guardian of that child. We highly recommend that all children wear a helmet and that the organizing adult makes it mandatory to wear the helmet. Children 6 to 12 years old are required to wear helmets.

4. We will take a Visa/Mastercard to hold your date. Please call us 24hr ahead to confirm numbers.

Girl Scout Programs

New for 2010 - 2011

Grades 2-5

Here's what one Girl Scout leader said about her experience at Cave Creek Trailrides.

"Dear Deb,

I wanted to let you know that my troop and I had a wonderful time at the Cave Creek Trail Rides yesterday. It was a great experience for the girls and for myself. Your staff was amazing! Everyone was courteous, helpful, patient and very friendly. It will definitely be a day that they will not forget.

After talking with you about the other Girl Scout badges the girls can earn, we are thinking of arranging another visit sometime in April to earn the Horse Rider badge. We are uncertain of the time right now. It will either be April 16th or April 30th. Once we know what day will work with the troop I will contact you to make reservations.

Thanks again for making our day yesterday a very enjoyable experience!

Sincerely,

Jill Regulski
Girl Scout Troop #1119 "

Earn your Fan, Horse Rider Badge, or Try-It Certificate

Discover the confidence within as you learn how to care for, maintain, and safely enjoy riding horses! Exploring the desert on horseback offers a unique educational experience by allowing your group to connect with our natural surroundings. Dress up in cowboy hats, boots, and chaps for fun group photos! A great opportunity to earn your Horse Fan or Horse Rider Badges! Brownies can earn a special Try-It Certificate.

PLEASE NOTE:
The park has a $6.00 entrance fee. Please stop and register when you enter the park. This money goes directly to trail maintenance and upkeep of the park.

OTHER DETAILS

1. Acknowledgment of risk forms MUST be signed by legal guardian for each participant prior to ride. < Click here to go to forms page >
2. Each participant will be required to wear a riding helmet while on the ride.
3. We offer boots, hats and chaps to each participant. Bring your cameras and come early to get a group picture! The cowboy hats come off and the helmets go on for the ride.
4. This is a great area so plan to bring a picnic for your group before or after your time with us.
5. If you have additional questions or concerns, please give us a call, so that we can discuss them.


The following items are part of the Horse Fan Try-It and Horse Rider badges. Because of a limited time frame to orally cover these topics, please list the top 3 things that you want us to cover. Please put “1” in the blank for your number one choice “2” in your number two choice and so forth.

Try-It

1. Learn Safety rules for being around horses and then follow them as you complete the try-it and do other horse activities.
2. Learn the main parts of a horse and label the parts on a picture. Here are some important parts to include:




Muzzle	Withers	Girth	Knee	Ears	Neck
Hindquarters	Leg	Mane	Belly	Back	Tail
Shoulder	Breast	Hoof	Elbow



3. Practice grooming a horse using tools such as a curry comb, hard brush, soft brush and main/tail comb. What does each brush feel like?
4. Find out how to care for a horse (i.e. what do horses eat and how often do they eat it? Where do horses sleep? Etc.). Visit a place where horses live and see for yourself.
5. Before you ride a horse, it’s important to know how to communicate with them. How do you know if a horse is angry, relaxed, or excited? What does it mean when a horse stomps its foot on the ground or flicks its tail? Learn how to approach and lead a horse from the ground.
6. What does a horse need to wear for a ride? Be able to tell the difference between Basic English and Western tack. Learn several important parts of the tack that you would use when riding.
7. Riding in a ring or corral. Show that you can get on a horse. How do you ask a horse to more forward? Who do you stop or slow down? Can you turn a horse to the left and right? Learn how to do these things?
8. Have your ride is complete; your hose may need addition care. Learn what steps should be taken after a ride to ensure a happy healthy horse.

HORSE FAN BADGE

_____ 1. On the trail
Find out where you can ride horses in your community. Ask each group or facility how much it charges for membership, riding, or riding lessons. Find out whether its specialty is English or Western riding. Find out which groups provide instructions, which require you to own your own horse, which have indoor and outdoor rings, and which have riding trails.

_____ 2. Caring of Horses
Visit a stable. Find out from the owner or manager what is involved in the care of a horse. Find out how much and what kind of food a horse needs daily, acceptable treats for horses, everyday care in a stable, and how often a horse needs to be shod and why. If possible, watch while a farrier pulls and resets a shoe.

_____ 3. Fashion and Function (in booklet)
Show the correct and safe clothing for horse shows, western trail rides, and your group’s equestrian activities. You can model the clothes yourself, or use pictures. Point out to others the safety features to look for in the footwear, pants, jackets and safety hat you wear when riding.

_____ 4. Horses Through History (in booklet)
Make an illustrated booklet about the history and development of the horse. To do this you can draw your own pictures or use photographs that you find in magazines and other places. Be able to point out and name the principal parts of a horse.

_____ 5. Song of the Horse (depends on my staff but don’t count on this one)
Listen to cowboy ballads and teach one to your troop.

_____ 6. Make a Career of Riding
There are many careers associated with horses. Explore at least three of them. You might begin by finding out the type of training and experience your instructor needed before she could begin to teach others, for example.

_____ 7. Ease with Equipment
Learn the parts of a saddle and a bridle. Find out how each part contributes to the comfort of the horse and rider. Learn how to take care of a saddle and a bridle and how to keep them in good repair. If possible, assist with the saddling and bridling of a horse.

_____ 8. Horse “Tales” (in booklet)
Learn about famous or legendary horses. Tell a horse story to your troop or another group.

_____ 9. Horse Stories (in booklet)
Read one or more books about horses. These might include books on horsemanship, information on related careers, stories about famous horses, or stories of adventure on horseback.

_____ 10. Showing Off
Attend a horsemanship event at camp. Can’t find one close by? Then watch a live or televised performance by show riders, such as a rodeo, a local horse show, or a draft-horse pulling contest.

HORSE RIDER BADGE

_____ 1. Get Ready to Ride
Saddle and bridle a horse by yourself. Explain the care and use of each part of the tack and the importance of correct fitting. Hitch a horse at the correct height when bridled, using a halter, a suitable knot, and the correct length of lead rope.

_____ 2. Equipment Expert
Visit a harness or tack shop or obtain a harness catalog and become acquainted with different styles of saddles, bridles, and bits. Find out the advantages of each type and know the approximate cost of each type. Teach someone else how to clean and care for tack.

_____ 3. In Good Form
Show that you can do the following in good form:
• Mount and dismount correctly
• Turn and stop a horse, at both a walk and a trot, and on command. WE CANNOT TROT THE HORSES. WALK ONLY

_____ 4. Clips, Combs, and More
Examine the tools used to groom a horse. Discover the purpose of each. Learn to use the brush and currycomb. Learn how to brush a horse before and after saddling. Practice safe stall and barn behavior.

_____ 5. Ride On
Plan and take part in a ride with others that includes a trail breakfast or other meal, group skill, riding, or a cross-country ride.

_____ 6. Horses, Safety, and You (in booklet)
Explain to your troop, friends, or family the safety regulations for riding, and equestrian etiquette. Show how to give proper hand signals when riding on public roads and how to do an emergency dismount at halt and at walk. Tell what to do if your horse rears, trips, bucks, stops, or bolts.

_____ 7. Horse Anatomy (in booklet)
Name the principal parts of a horse. Find out from a veterinarian or horse trainer what can be done to prevent the common ailments or diseases of horses.

_____ 8. New Skills
Identify two new riding skills you want to learn. Then work with an instructor to learn and practice.

_____ 9. Perfect Your Form
Take riding lessons to learn the basics of riding: lead a horse before and after riding, mount and dismount start stop and back up, ride at a walk and trot, and guide a horse while riding and with supervision. Already know the basics? Then demonstrate to others how to mount and dismount, and ride at a walk and a trot. Show others how to groom a horse and how to care for a horse after exercising.

_____ 10. See For Yourself
Take a trip to a state or county fair to see a horse show. If possible enter a show class that is right for you and your horse.

From: Trevor [mailto:Trevor@TheHarwoodFamily.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 13, 2011 5:42 PM
To: 'Cave Creek Trailrides'
Subject: Thank you - HorseBack Riding for Cub Scouts

Hi Deb,
I just wanted to say thank you to you and your staff for such an awesome time today. All the boys and parents had a spectacular day and you and your team far exceeded our expectations.
Let me know if there is anything I can do to help you with the program, and as soon as I get the updated flyer, I will send this out to the rest of the Pack. I know some of the other local packs, so will also get the information out to them.

Thanks again,

The Harwood Family


Cub Scout Horse Riding Requirements

Belt Loop Requirements

Complete these 3 requirements:

1. Explain five safety precautions for when you are near a horse.
2. Watch how to mount and dismount a horse safely. Practice these skills as you go on your ride.
3. Go on a supervised/guided horseback ride for at least 20 minutes. Each Cub Scout will wear an approved helmet. These helmets will be provided by Cave Creek Trail Rides.

PROGRAM TO BE APPROXIMATELY 1 HOUR IN LENGTH
COST: $32.00 + TAX/ CUB SCOUT & ADULT. 1 FREE ADULT LEADER/GROUP

Sports Pin Requirements

Cave Creek Trail Rides is able to provide the opportunity to earn the Horseback Riding Pin. This optional upgrade package includes a full hour of riding, and completion of the following five requirements:

Complete these 5 requirements:

1. Learn how to measure a horse's height and what a "hand" equals when measuring
2. Point out these main parts of a horse: forehead, muzzle, mane, withers, point of hip, knee, hoof, and root of tail.
3. Describe three different breeds of horses and explain what feature makes each breed special OR Learn about three famous horses. Explain why these horses were well-known.
4. Tell why it is important to wear an approved riding helmet when you go horseback riding.
5. Go on a supervised/guided horseback ride for at least 30 minutes. Dress appropriately and show that you can safely mount and dismount the horse.