Equestrian Activity Badge

To gain this badge, Cub Scouts must complete the following:

1. Show how to mount and dismount a horse safely.
   
   
2. Show the correct position in the saddle.
   
   
3. Show how to hold the reins correctly.
   
   
4. Show how to ride safely in an enclosed area without a leading rein. This should include walking and trotting.
   
   
5. Show two of the following skills:
   
   
   1. walking without stirrups
      
      
   2. walking on a loose rein and shortening the reins
      
      
   3. riding up and down a hill at walking pace
      
      
   4. cantering
      
      
   5. riding over a single pole or very small fence.