Organize a barn gymkhana by picking a short event slate, assigning owners to each station, and publishing the order of go early. Start smaller than you think — three events done well beats eight chaotic ones.
Choose the slate
Mix a favorite (barrels) with one technical event (poles or keyhole) and one fun class. Publish estimated start times.
Volunteer map
Every event needs a named adult. Anonymous “we’ll figure it out” lists fail at 8 a.m.
Keep scoring transparent
Post how ties break and when ribbons happen. Confusion, not competition, ruins barn days.
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