Farm Rules

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We have designed these rules for the safety of our boarders, horses and guests. In addition to the rules on this list, we expect our boarders and guests to be respectful of people, property and animals.

General Rules
1. No smoking or alcohol permitted.
2. No dogs.
3. All stable boarders and horse care-givers who ride, lead, feed, or groom a horse must sign a Release and Waiver of Liability form–no exceptions.
4. Please park in designated areas and observe 5 MPH speed limit. Please check under/around cars for cats!
5. Stable premises hours are from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. If you need to be on the premises outside of these hours, please ask Stable management first.
6. Stable has a zero tolerance policy for abuse of any animal or person.
7. Please do not enter any buildings on the property other than barn.
8. If you go through a closed gate, close it behind you.
9. If you are the last person to leave the premises in the evening, please close the barn doors and turn off all lights as appropriate.
10. Any alteration to stalls, barns, or paddocks must receive Stable’s permission first.
11. Do not leave dirty saddle pads on stalls, fences etc.  Please take them home to clean.
12. Please clean up after yourself and your horse.  Remove manure from driveways, paths etc.

Children
1. Children under 12 must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult at all times, unless such child’s parents receive permission from Stable management. Small children must be in hand at all times.
2. Under no circumstances may you allow your children to yell, run or otherwise bother the horses.
3. No baby strollers, bicycles, motorized vehicles or toys likely to spook horses are permitted on Stable premises without prior permission from Stable management.

Barn Safety and Etiquette
1. You must keep your horse under control at all times. We do not consider ground tying or leading your horse without a halter or bridle to be adequate means of controlling your horse. If your horse is feeling frisky, please consider using a stud chain to lead him.
2. Please pick up and put away tack, manure forks and all other equipment in designated areas when you are done using them.
3. Please do not borrow or handle other boarders’ tack, equipment or horses without asking them first. This includes feeding other boarders’ horses treats.
4. You are responsible for storing and securing your own equipment. If you have valuable equipment and are concerned about theft, please consider taking your equipment home when not in use.
5. When you are done grooming or washing your horse, please remove all manure, hoof pickings and loose hair and dispose of them in trashcans.
6. Please tie your horse only in designated tie areas. All horses must be tied with a quick-release knot or panic snap. Please do not leave your tied horse unattended or tie your horse with the chain over his nose or under his chin.
7. Please do not take feed or bedding without asking Stable management first.
8. If you keep feed, treats or anything else edible on the Stable premises, you must store it in a rodent and insect proof container.
9. You must provide a properly fitted halter and lead rope for each of your horses and store them in plain view on your stall.
10. If you notice damage to your horse’s stall, or pasture, please inform Stable management immediately.
11. Please keep the tack room and all other areas clean and neat.
12. HELP YOUR FELLOW RIDERS AND BOARDERS. ALWAYS TRY TO WORK TOGETHER. INFIGHTING, GOSSIPING AND GENERAL POOR BEHAVIOR TOWARDS PEOPLE OR HORSES WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.

BOARDING*TRAINING*LESSONS
Riding Safety and Ring Etiquette
1. Helmet and Safety Policy:
A. Stable requires all riders wear a properly fitted, approved riding helmet with the chin strap securely fastened at all time when riding horses.
B. All riders must wear proper attire at all times, including closed-toe footwear.
2. Jumping Policy:
A. No one may jump on Stable premises unless another adult is present on grounds.
B. No one under 18 may jump on Stable premises unless such jumping is part of an organized riding instruction session.
C. If you take apart jumps, please reassemble before you leave the ring.
3. Ring Etiquette:
A. Please treat other riders with consideration and respect. Riders going in opposite directions should pass left-shoulder to left-shoulder and riders going in the same direction should pass on the inside.  Students riding in a lesson have right of way in all instances! 
B. Please leave at least one horse-length between your horse and other horses. If your horse is green or feeling frisky, please do not ride in a crowded ring, especially if other green horses or novice riders are present, and warn other riders in the ring so that they may treat you with extra caution. We expect more experienced riders to help less experienced riders by yielding the right of way to novice riders and green horses and politely pointing out any unsafe ring use.
C. If any rider falls, all other riders must immediately halt their horses and dismount, immobilize the rider, assist the fallen rider in catching his or her horse, and then inform stable management.
4. Trail Riding:
                A. Be mindful of crops planted and do not ride across them. 
                B. Be extra careful during hunting season and stay away from                     designated hunting areas.

Going Out of Town
1. If you will be out of town for several days, please let Stable management know where you can be reached and when you expect to return.
2. If someone else will be riding or otherwise caring for your horse while you are away, please inform the Stable management. As a reminder, all horse riders and caregivers are required to sign a Release and Waiver of Liability form immediately upon entering the premises.

Events
1. If you plan to trailer off the property for an event, please notify barn management so that we may account for your horse.

Accidents and Injuries
1. If you or your horse are involved in or witness an accident or injury, please report it immediately to Stable management so that proper care can be administered.

Barn Rules Read and Acknowledged:

Boarder:_________________________________________________

Date:____________________________________________________