ridecamp@endurance.net: Re: CMO

Re: CMO

Jerry & Susan Milam (jdmilam@fwb.gulf.net)
Thu, 18 Dec 1997 06:10:51 -0800

Cyndi wrote:
>
> Hi, just another lurker with a question. I've seen lots of stuff about
> endurance and competitive riding but nothing about CMO - don't remember
> what it stands for but think it's competitive mounted orienteering???? I> think?? I have a friend who is doing it but wanted to check it out here> because she seems to think she has to race her horse hard, and take
> chances with her horse's legs, soundness, etc. by racing thru
> brush/gullies etc. without really looking before she sends her horse
> thru it. And many of the other people in the club seem to be the same.
> Is this normal for this type of riding or is it just this club?

It must be the club. Our CMOs are run by our local Arab Assn and safety
and fun are the priority here. CMOs came from a military exercise so in
war, yes you probably would take chances to "find the treasure" you
wouldn't normally take with your horse. Our CMOs are a great time, but
never at the risk of safety for you or your horse.

Find a different group putting them on.

Susan

Home Events Groups Rider Directory Market RideCamp Stuff