Introduction.

Part I: Getting Started.

1. Laying a Good Foundation.

2. Getting Experience in the Saddle.

3. Finding a Horse to Ride.

4. Tacking Up.

Part II: Caring for the Trail Horse.

5. Basic Care.

6. Preventative Care.

7. Health Concerns.

Part III: On the Trail.

8. Preparing Your Horse for Trail.

9. Conditioning Yourself for Trail.

10. Safety on the Trail.

11. Finding Good Trails.

12. Trailering to Trails.

Part IV: Advanced Trail Riding.

13. Camping With Your Horse.

14. Judging on the Trail.

15. Racing on the Trail.

Part V: Appendixes.

A. Glossary.

B. Resources.

C. Trail Riding Opportunities.

Illustration Credits.

Index.