This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to ride horses on complex trail rides along untracked areas with steep or difficult terrain, numerous obstacles and or environmental extremes. Rides would typically involve overnight stays and this unit requires the ability to manage horses overnight.

These personal riding skills are required by support staff, guides and trail bosses to lead participants on complex trail rides offered by outdoor recreation operators.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.