Intro to Draft Horse Basics

Jay Fisher of Long View Farm will guide us through a weekend of learning about draft horse care, safety, gear, and driving. Participants will be able to independently harness a horse and practice driving by the end of the course. No prior horse experience is required.

Friday: Evening Social and introduction to draft horse philosophy.

Saturday: Basics of horse communication, care, harnessing, and driving. Participants will each have a chance to practice harnessing and driving

Sunday: Lingering questions, hoof care, and more hands on experience

See the agenda for more details

Course cost: $165/participant. A $50 deposit is due at registration. The remaining $115 can be paid day-of by cash or check.

If there is enough interest we will schedule a second weekend in the fall for more immersive working experience at Long View Farm in Charlestown NH.

Learn more about Long View Farm: https://www.facebook.com/LongviewFarmInc

Tent camping at Dancing Bear Farm is available for an additional $10/participant. Email [email protected] to reserve a campsite.

This course is limited to 8 participants to ensure a hands-on experience.

Learn more about Long View Farm: https://www.facebook.com/LongviewFarmInc

Host or Publisher Dancing Bear Farm