{"id":1404,"date":"2026-04-01T21:26:54","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T21:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/?post_type=4h-resource-cpt&#038;p=1404"},"modified":"2026-04-03T16:31:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T16:31:41","slug":"horse-show-101-guide","status":"publish","type":"4h-resource-cpt","link":"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/4h-resource\/horse-show-101-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Horse Show 101 Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ed6f83e4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hair should be neat <\/strong>\u2013 pulled back, no stray hairs, no bangs. Bun is preferred for all except Ranch. Neat ponytail is acceptable for Western classes, but creates movement and should never interfere with Judge view of number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jeans should be long enough to cover boot heel while on the horse<\/strong>. Some \u201cstack\u201d is preferred. NO skinny jeans or boot tucked into jeans unless under chaps. No bling on pockets \u2013 will scratch your saddle!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Belts should be plain <\/strong>\u2013 no blingy belts. This causes the appearance of body movement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Showmanship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Correct pattern, confidence, poise, grooming of horse, appearance of exhibitor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Good <\/strong>\u2013 jeans, boots, hat, belt, long sleeve button down shirt \u2013 tucked in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better <\/strong>\u2013 Horsemanship shirt (tucked in or untucked) or vest, show slacks, boots, hat, coordinating jewelry <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best <\/strong>\u2013 Showmanship suit \u2013 matching jacket and pants, matching boots, hat, coordinating jewelry or scarf<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Bathed, clipped, show halter and lead (with chain) or regular halter and lead, NO bronc halters, NO rope halter Class Routine: Pattern only \u2013 Know it well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Runway model \u201cattitude\u201d, never touch your horse, know your quarter system, always keep your eye on the judge, eye contact with judge, practice for 5 minutes at the end of every ride!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9b47041c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"818\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Halter-Image.png\" alt=\"Image showing appropriate dress for horse event\" class=\"wp-image-1418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Halter-Image.png 818w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Halter-Image.png?resize=300,219 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Halter-Image.png?resize=768,561 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Halter-Image.png?resize=600,439 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 818px) 100vw, 818px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Halter-Showmanship-Diagram.png\" alt=\"Example of a horse halter showmanship diagram with instructions\" class=\"wp-image-1417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Halter-Showmanship-Diagram.png 538w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Halter-Showmanship-Diagram.png?resize=267,300 267w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Halter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Conformation of the horse only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor and Horse dress<\/strong>: Same as Showmanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class routine<\/strong>: Walk to judge, trot by, trot to line and square up. Judge will do individual inspections and mares are usually required to show their teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful hints<\/strong>: Not as much \u201cattitude\u201d as Showmanship \u2013 you are here to show off your horse to the judge. Use half system instead of quarter system. No pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9b47041c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"911\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-English-Pleasure-Image.png\" alt=\"Image showing appropriate dress for horse event\" class=\"wp-image-1419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-English-Pleasure-Image.png 911w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-English-Pleasure-Image.png?resize=300,207 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-English-Pleasure-Image.png?resize=768,529 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-English-Pleasure-Image.png?resize=600,414 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 911px) 100vw, 911px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"479\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Hunter-Seat-Equitation-Diagram.png\" alt=\"Diagram showing an example of the Hunter Seat Equitation\" class=\"wp-image-1420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Hunter-Seat-Equitation-Diagram.png 479w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Hunter-Seat-Equitation-Diagram.png?resize=266,300 266w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 479px) 100vw, 479px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">English Horsemanship (aka Hunt Seat Equitation)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Rider \u2013 seat, hands, legs, heels. Horse \u2013 correct diagonals and leads, responsiveness to rider. Head carried level with withers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Helmet with chin strap, English shirt with collar, English jacket, breeches, belt, clean black boots. Tall boots, or paddock boots with half-chaps (black).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Optional<\/strong> \u2013 conservative jewelry, spurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Clean English saddle and pad, English bridle. Optional \u2013 mane and tail braided, breast collar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prohibited<\/strong>: any leg wraps or boots, tie-downs or martingales, nosebands, illegal bits (see 4-H rulebook)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class routine<\/strong>: Rail work both directions, usually a pattern is required. May be pattern only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Should be a straight line between your ear, shoulder, hip, and heel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">English Pleasure (aka Hunter Under Saddle)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Horse. Responsiveness of horse to rider. Head carried level with or just above withers, Correct diagonals and leads, rate of speed \u2013 not too fast, but faster than western. Flowing, reaching trot, rider maintaining light contact on reins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Same as English Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Same as English Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Rail work only. Walk, trot and canter in both directions. Back<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful hints<\/strong>: Same as English Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">English Control<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Correct pattern, extension of trot, same as English Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Same as English Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Same as English Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Pattern only \u2013 no rail work. See rule book<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Be exact in your pattern. Must be at least Level 1 to enter this class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Show Hack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Advanced rail class judged on rider and obedience of the horse. Quality of extended and collected gaits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Same as English Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Same as English Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Rail work only. All gaits \u2013 normal, collected and extended<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Show differences in each speed\/gait. Must be at least Level 2 to enter this class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Western Horsemanship (aka Western Equitation)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Rider \u2013 seat, hands, legs, heels. Only one hand is allowed on the reins. Horse \u2013 Correct leads, responsiveness to rider. Head carried level with withers. Speed should be slower than English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Good <\/strong>\u2013 jeans, boots, hat, belt, long sleeve button down shirt \u2013 tucked in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better <\/strong>\u2013 Horsemanship shirt \u2013 tucked in or may be out, boots, hat, coordinating jewelry. Chaps and spurs are optional.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Clean western saddle. Silver is not counted over a good working saddle, but it does help with \u201ceye appeal\u201d. Western bridle and shanked bit (can use snaffle and two hands for a horse 5 and under) \u2013 same rule for silver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Optional <\/strong>\u2013 Breast Collar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prohibited<\/strong>: Illegal bits (see rule book), any training tack, any leg wraps or boots, nosebands or tie-downs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Rail work both directions, usually a pattern is required<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Same as English Horsemanship, do not allow horse to 4-beat. Horse must exhibit a true three-beat lope. Slow speed is good but should not be excessive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9b47041c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"656\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Pleasure-Image.png\" alt=\"Image showing appropriate dress for horse event\" class=\"wp-image-1421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Pleasure-Image.png 679w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Pleasure-Image.png?resize=300,290 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Pleasure-Image.png?resize=600,580 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"564\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Western-Horsemanship-Diagram.png\" alt=\"Diagram showing an example of Western Horsemanship pattern\" class=\"wp-image-1422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Western-Horsemanship-Diagram.png 500w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Western-Horsemanship-Diagram.png?resize=266,300 266w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Western Pleasure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Horse \u2013 Correct leads, responsiveness to rider. Head carried level with withers. Speed should be slower than English. Rider in control of horse at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Rail work only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Western Riding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Correct pattern, lead changes, control of horse at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Pattern only \u2013 containing many lead changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Depending on the level of the rider in 4-H, simple lead changes or flying lead changes are required. Where there is no requirement, good flying lead changes count over good simple lead changes. Pattern must be exact! Judged on a penalty system. Must be at least Level 1 to enter this class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reining<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9b47041c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"908\" height=\"617\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Riding-Image.png\" alt=\"Image showing appropriate dress for horse event\" class=\"wp-image-1423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Riding-Image.png 908w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Riding-Image.png?resize=300,204 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Riding-Image.png?resize=768,522 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Western-Riding-Image.png?resize=600,408 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 908px) 100vw, 908px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"471\" height=\"695\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Western-Riding-Diagram.png\" alt=\"Diagram showing an example of a horseback event reigning pattern\" class=\"wp-image-1424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Western-Riding-Diagram.png 471w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Western-Riding-Diagram.png?resize=203,300 203w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 471px) 100vw, 471px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Correct pattern, lead changes, control of horse at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship. Plain button-down shirt and scarf is popular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Pattern only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: depending on the level of the rider in 4-H, simple lead changes or flying lead changes are required. Pattern must be exact! Judged on a penalty system. Must be at least Level 1 to enter this class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9b47041c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"525\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Reining-Image.png\" alt=\"Image showing appropriate dress for horse event\" class=\"wp-image-1425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Reining-Image.png 525w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Reining-Image.png?resize=281,300 281w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"402\" height=\"389\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Reining-Pattern-Diagram.png\" alt=\"Diagram showing an example of a Horse Reining Pattern \" class=\"wp-image-1426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Reining-Pattern-Diagram.png 402w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Reining-Pattern-Diagram.png?resize=300,290 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 402px) 100vw, 402px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Performance of horse over obstacles, manners, responsiveness, movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship or Reining<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Same as Western Horsemanship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Pattern only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Know your pattern! 3 refusals per obstacle. If your horse refuses one obstacle, keep going! Credit given for calmness and quietness. This is not a race. Must be at least Level 1 to enter this class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9b47041c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"554\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Trail-Riding-Image.png\" alt=\"Image showing appropriate dress for horse event\" class=\"wp-image-1427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Trail-Riding-Image.png 554w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Trail-Riding-Image.png?resize=242,300 242w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 554px) 100vw, 554px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Trail-Riding-Diagram.png\" alt=\"Horse Trail Riding Diagram example\" class=\"wp-image-1428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Trail-Riding-Diagram.png 400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Trail-Riding-Diagram.png?resize=248,300 248w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ranch Classes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Judged on<\/strong>: Horse and rider\u2019s ability to perform ranch tasks- gaits, obstacles, roping, working cattle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exhibitor Dress<\/strong>: Western clothing that is work-like in appearance. No bling. May wear chaps or chinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Horse<\/strong>: Saddle- western roping type with a double rigging (back cinch), plain working bridle, breast collar encouraged, may use snaffle or curb bit on any age horse. Rope required for rope work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Class Routine<\/strong>: Different classes = different requirements. See rule book for individual classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Helpful Hints<\/strong>: Horses should move more freely than Western Pleasure\/Horsemanship. Extended gaits are called for. Horse\u2019s head should be carried in a natural position. Should work on a relatively loose rein, but not as loose as HMS. Must be at least Level 1 to enter this class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9b47041c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"537\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Ranch-Riding-Image-1.png\" alt=\"Image showing appropriate dress for horse event\" class=\"wp-image-1431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Ranch-Riding-Image-1.png 537w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Ranch-Riding-Image-1.png?resize=300,296 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 537px) 100vw, 537px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"517\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Ranch-Riding-Image-2.png\" alt=\"Image showing appropriate dress for horse event\" class=\"wp-image-1432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Ranch-Riding-Image-2.png 517w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/boulder\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/33\/2026\/04\/Horse-Ranch-Riding-Image-2.png?resize=293,300 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 517px) 100vw, 517px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column 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