Simple instructions to follow for teaching riding lesson students how to identify a hoof pick, putting the steps to clean a hoof in order, and then why it’s important to clean a horse’s hooves. This lesson plan is part of Rider Medals Level 1: Horsemanship I with skills found on the Horsemanship I checklist. Accompanying worksheets are also available. This lesson also pairs well with our grooming journal, shoeing activity page and farrier fill in the blanks.