EQUESTRIAN CENTER

Barn Rules

  • Children under the age of 12 must always be accompanied by a responsible adult.

  • Children under the age of 18 must wear ATSM approved properly worn and fitting safety helmets if riding.

  • All riders are encouraged to wear ASTM approved properly worn and fitting safety helmets. It is also recommended that all appropriate attire is worn. Enclosed shoes (preferably boots) must be worn when handling equines. Long pants are recommended.

  • All riders must sign a liability waiver before handling equines.

  • Do not feed anything to another boarder’s equine.

  • Be respectful of other people and their property.

  • Keep common areas clean and tidy. No brushes, buckets, tack left in breezeways. The breezeways need to be clear as it’s a safety hazard.

  • Maintain a calm and quiet atmosphere.

  • Any problems or concerns need to be addressed with the barn manager. Do not discuss or address issues with other boarders or staff without directly involving the barn manager first.

  • Smoking is not allowed in or near barns and or inside any buildings.

  • Riding or driving through the barns is not allowed.

  • Inhumane treatment of animals will not be tolerated. If witnessed or suspected, TEC will issue a warning. If inhumane treatment continues, TEC will immediately terminate contract and boarder will be asked to leave premises. TEC reserves the right to contact the Humane Society and/or the Navajo County Sheriff’s office should they feel the situation warrants.

  • Arena is to be used for riding, schooling, and groundwork. Longeing is acceptable when space permits. Turnouts are available for turnout and free play.

  • Training Equipment – Prior authorization needs to be approved before setting up/installing training equipment in arena or on property. TEC reserves the right to revoke authorization. Boarder may be asked to relocate or remove said equipment. Any training equipment needs to be clearly marked to not create an unsafe situation to other boarders or equines. The best place possible will be found to place equipment for boarder to utilize without inconveniencing other boarders. TEC assumes no liability should equipment become damaged or stolen. Equipment is not to be used if inconveniencing other boarders/equine from utilizing the area for purpose of riding/training their equines. TEC reserves sole authority if training property is allowed to remain on premises.

  • TEC will not serve as storage facility for personal items. Please do not put large storage trunks in the tack rooms. You will have room for your saddle, pad, bridle, and a grooming tote.

  • If training equipment is set up, boarders are not authorized to use said equipment or move said equipment that does not belong to them.

  • If provided, fly masks will be put on and taken off when needed. Staff does not blanket or deal with leg or tail wraps.

  • Take into consideration others when riding/working with equines. Be considerate to other boarders working their equines.

  • The public restroom is to be kept clean and free of trash and debris. Do not flush any items other than toilet tissue in toilet. No smoking will be allowed in the bathroom.

  • If boarder sees a safety issue, please bring it to TEC Personnel’s attention.

  • Dogs must be kept under control while on the premise. It is the owner’s responsibility to clean up after their dog. TEC reserves right to deny access to dogs should TEC choose to exercise this right. If your dog is running through the property or barns, urinating in barns, or being a nuisance in any way, the barn manager will ask you to keep the dog on a leash or to leave it at home. Dogs must be leashed when farrier is working.

  • Do not enter arena while it is being watered or groomed, wait until the area is ready or you will be asked to leave the arena. If you are directed to leave the arena so it can be groomed, please do so promptly.

  • If arena sprinklers are on, do not turn them off unless you have permission from the barn manager.

  • Wash Racks are available for use. Racks must be rinsed out and items picked up from the wash rack after use. Please make sure water is fully turned off.

  • TEC assumes no liability for items in the Tack Rooms.

  • Trailer parking on the property is at the sole discretion of TEC. If a trailer is permitted to remain on the property, TEC will direct where the trailer is to be parked. TEC reserves right to revoke parking permission at any time for any reason. TEC assumes no liability for damage to trailers or loss of property inside the trailer.

  • Although TEC will do their best to work with boarder on stall location, TEC has final decision on equine placement in barn. TEC may move horse to a different stall at any time.

  • The speed limit for vehicles on the property is always 10 miles per hour. If there is dust behind you, you are going too fast.

  • Make for a safe environment for everyone on property. Use caution when driving vehicles as horses are being ridden and/or being handled. It is TEC’s intention to make this a safe and enjoyable environment for every boarder and equine.

  • Parking in front of barns with trailers is only acceptable for loading and unloading of equines and equipment. Please be sure you are not blocking traffic with your vehicle. Once you are done with the trailer, it needs to be parked in the designated trailer spot.

  • You may not attach anything to the walls of any buildings including barns without permission from the barn manager.

  • NO hay is allowed to be stored in Barn breezeway. If boarder is supplying their own hay, it needs to be kept in their own trailer.

  • Round Pen is not for unsupervised turnouts.

  • All supplements need to be kept in neat and tidy order. They must be in sealed container.

  • Boarders may put their horses in a turnout late in the day if available. However, they are responsible to put them back prior to staff feeding.