Saftey When Horseback Riding

Accidents involving livestock and pleasure animals have resulted in the injury and death of farmers, family, employees and guests on Michigan farms. Of the injuries and deaths reported by newspapers, individuals being gored, tramples, or even mauled to death by a bull or cow are the most prevalent; however, a review of the past four years of Michigan agricultural related deaths due to animals shows that one-half of the accidents involved horses. While determining an …

…Knowing the riding area- Ride slowly in a new area. There may be hazards such as holes and ditches that may not be easily visible. Ride slowly until you and your horse are comfortable and familiar with the terrain. Skill and knowledge with horses is a learned experience. Obtain a supervised experience to refresh or learn basic horseback riding skills in a controlled area with an experienced instructor before you ride a horse for pleasure.