OBSTACLE CHALLENGE
February 22
REGI: 9am | COURSE: 10am
Practice After
Our Obstacle Challenge Arena Course is a colorful, confidence-building experience for horse and rider of all levels. With 20+ creative obstacles, beginner and open classes, and a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere, it’s all about building trust, testing skills, and having a great day at the ranch. More info on logistics and rules below the flyer.
Winter Obstacles 2026 at Black Horse Ranch is a thoughtfully designed arena obstacle competition focused on horsemanship, partnership, and practical skill. Riders will guide their horses through carefully constructed obstacles that test responsiveness, confidence, control, and communication — both in-hand and mounted. Whether you compete in Beginner or Open, this event offers a structured, supportive environment where riders can challenge themselves while building real-world skills with their horses. Set in Umatilla, Florida, with on-site camping available, FE-BO Obstacles brings together a community of serious horsemen and women who value steady progression, good sportsmanship, and strong horse-rider partnerships.
How It Works
Riders may participate in Beginner or Open classes
You may compete only, practice only, or compete and then stay for practice
Check-in is required between 9:00–10:00am at the Judge’s Booth to receive your wristband
Each horse may compete once only.
If a horse is ridden by two people, or in two divisions… the FIRST ride counts as the competition ride.
Ride times are assigned based on sign-ups
Please let us know if you have a time preference
Final ride times will be announced on our Facebook page as we get closer to the event
Practice will take place after the competition
Approximate practice start time will be shared closer to event day once competition timing is known