TRAIL RIDE
RULES
If you are going to be late, please contact the Trail Boss.
If it is 15 minutes past the ride start time and no one has arrived, the Trail Boss is free to cancel the ride. Please be at the ride at least 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time to allow for tacking up and safety briefing. In case of inclement weather, monitor email and facebook.
All rides require rsvp to rmbch.info@gmail.com so we can inform of ride changes etc.
Rides are free to RMBCH members unless specified. First Fun ride $5 for non-members (NOTE You must be an RMBCH member for all work rides). $5 may be applied to membership if you join within a week of the ride.
RMBCH Ride Rules:
Ride at your own risk. Rider and equine ride within your ability.
No foul language towards other riders and be respectful.
Trail boss decisions are final.
Be saddled and ready at the time listed for the ride
No Dogs or Stallions
No riding double
Cantering will be controlled and at the discretion of the trail boss.
Ride waivers must be signed before you can ride. Online waivers are available here https://tinyurl.com/rmbchridewaiver
Follow Leave no Trace principals. Leave trailheads and parking lots CLEAN.
Do not park in car parking when trailer parking is available. Be kind to our other trail users.
Last but not least, relax and enjoy your ride, the company of your mount and fellow riders!
ADDITIONAL WORK-RIDE RULES:
Read all details and requirements of work rides.
Required safety gear must be worn while working. These include gloves, hat (baseball or cowboy OK), shatter-proof eye protection (prescription & sunglasses OK), appropriate shoes (no sandals).
If you would like to stop working before the group ends their day, you are free to return to the trailhead but the group is not required to return with you. If you do not want to return to TH on your own, remain with the group until their day is complete.
Work rides often require the group to split up. If your equine is not safe when separated from other herd members, please talk to the ride leader and fully understand ride expectations before joining the ride.
Unless specifically noted, trail rides are not training rides. If your equine is not ready for trail work, being stationary, tools, mules, ATV's and other trail hazards, and many obstacles, please wait for a ride that is open for trail training.
Know your limits - physical, mental, riding abilities, equine abilities, tool abilities. You are responsible for your and your animal's safety at all times.
Each ride is different. Follow all Forest Service, trail boss, and safety assessment rules for the ride.
Do not touch other rider's personal tools. RMBCH has tools which they provide and you are also welcome to bring your own. People are not obligated to share their personal tools.