EAA Tack Identification Activity Worksheet Answers Equine Assisted Therapy Tack for the horse is diverse as the sports and activities we use horses for are also diverse. Being a knowledgeable horsemen or women requires not only knowing how to use this equipment, but also knowing the different types and their respective names. This is particularly important when working in an equine assisted activities program. Learning to identify tack and utilizing the terms specific to the type of tack comes through practice and through practice individuals new to the horse industry will be more comfortable in these activities. In addition, the costs associated with horse handling and management are something most non-horse owners don’t realize and this knowledge is useful for efficiently and effectively managing horses in an EAA program. Students have learned about tack through lecture and class handouts so now it is time to put that knowledge to use through practice, and through the process of practice, students can learn more about the costs of horse handling and management. Students are required to go to local tack sales store (Tractor Supply or the County Co-op) and look for the tack pieces indicated below. NO Internet information will be accepted. Once these pieces are found at the store students must fill in additional information about the equipment located as directed below. Fill out completely each column. At the top add in the store name that you got your information for this assignment and the date you located these items in the store. Name of Store: _____________________________________________________ Description of Tack Name of Tack Piece equipment that goes over a horse’s face and that is used, not for riding, but for leading the horse when attached to a lead rope. Piece of equipment attached to the horse’s face and held by the handler during vaulting activities that keeps the horse moving in a circular direction around the handler. Not a lead rope. Part of the bridle used to steer the horse and that the rider holds onto while riding. It is not approved by PATH, Intl. without the ends being tied together. Part of the bridle used to steer the horse and that the rider holds onto while riding. This type would be approved by PATH, Intl. as it is attached as one piece. Description of Tack Halter Date: __________________ Product, Brand, or Company Name for item once located at store Price of located item Product, Brand, or Company Name for item once located at Price of located item Lungeline Split Reins English Reins (can also be Ladder Reins or Rainbow Reins, and although not ideal, roping or barrel reins are connected) Name of Tack store Part of the bridle that goes in the horse’s mouth and is used for steering the horse. Equipment that connects the bridle to the saddle and used for holding the horse’s head in place. Part of the saddle that goes under the belly, just behind the forelegs and attaches each side of the saddle together. Equipment that goes underneath the saddle to provide cushion for the horse’s back. Equipment that attaches to the saddle and comes across the horse’s chest to keep the saddle from slipping back. Item used to protect the rider’s head while he or she is riding. Required by PATH, Intl. for riding activities. Bit Tiedown Cinch or Girth Saddle Pad Breast Collar Riding Helmet (ASTM/SEI Approved)

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