How to Compete in Working Hunter

Gracefulness, balance and coordination are required of your horse in this English jumping event.

Things You'll Need

  • Spurs
  • English Riding Jacket
  • Light-colored Shirts
  • English Reins
  • English Saddle
  • Breeches
  • Bridles
  • Headstalls
  • Leather Riding Gloves
  • Riding Boots
  • Riding Helmets
  • Saddle Pads
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Instructions

    • 1

      Know that the working hunter event course consists of a minimum of four obstacles that simulate obstacles found in a hunting field, such as fences, brush and walls.

    • 2

      Understand that the obstacles range in height from 3 feet to 3 feet 3 inches for junior horses in the youth and amateur divisions and from 3 feet 3 inches to 3 feet 9 inches for senior horses.

    • 3

      Make at least eight jumps during the competition.

    • 4

      Be judged on manners, style of jumping, flow of strides and balance.