Trail Riding
New trails plan distinguishes between horse, non-horse trails
The City Council June 7 approved a usage plan for which trails in the city should allow horses. The Parks Commission recommended the plan, and the council only made changes to plans for future trails, changing sections of would-be horse trails ...
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Jul 1, 2011, 08:49
Trail Riding
COUNTY PARK TO REVIEW McDOWELL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK TRAILS MASTER PLAN
The Department is inviting members of the community to provide feedback on potential amendments to the Trails Master Plan at a public meeting on Thursday, June 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the park’s Visitor Center.
Jun 22, 2011, 11:53
Trail Riding
Western Horseman Magazine 75th Anniversary Trail Ride
Trail ride at the U.S. Air Force Academy's beautiful back country
Dinner and Michael Martin Murphey Concert at ProRodeo Hall of Fame
Cowboy Church and lunch at the Flying W Ranch.
See horse industry celebrities including Chris Cox, Craig Cameron, Curt Pate, Al Dunning, Bob Avila, Dr. Robert Miller, Dr. Terry Swanson, Martin Black, Mike Major, Buck Taylor, Jack Brainard, David Stoecklein and many more!
Buy your tickets today and join in on the Western Horseman 75th Anniversary celebration! Registration ends June 30, 2011.
Jun 20, 2011, 10:28
Trail Riding
Aurelia woman dies in fall from horse
A 60-year-old Aurelia woman died Sunday in a fall from the horse she was riding at Martin Access east of Larrabee. According to the Cherokee County Sheriff's Department, Judy Henke of Aurelia died after falling from her horse while trail riding in ...
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Jun 14, 2011, 10:53
Trail Riding
Saddle club wants area to become a real 'horse camp'
That's exactly what the Kearney Saddle Club found last month at the equestrian camp where 30 members had gathered for a weekend of trail riding and camping at the only site on the campground where they are allowed with their horses. ...
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Jun 14, 2011, 10:51
Trail Riding
2011 Trail Ride success credited to courageous leader
One of 15 wagons on the 2011 Courage Canada Trail Ride organized by Curtis Anderson which saw over 200 riders on horseback and nearly 500 guest at supper on May 28. Upon looking at the sea of horses parked on a grass field in Innisfree and riders ...
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Jun 14, 2011, 10:47
Trail Riding
COUNTY PARK TO REVIEW McDOWELL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK TRAILS MASTER PLAN
The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will be reviewing the McDowell Mountain Regional Park Trails Master Plan to ensure that the park has an adequate trail system in place to support increased future use.
Jun 14, 2011, 09:59
Trail Riding
COUNTY PARK TO REVIEW McDOWELL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK TRAILS MASTER PLAN
(Fountain Hills) – The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will be reviewing the McDowell Mountain Regional Park Trails Master Plan to ensure that the park has an adequate trail system in place to support increased future use.
The plan, originally developed in 1999 and revised in 2008, will be reviewed for potential growth opportunities that align with the Department’s mission and to determine whether the current trail system meets the needs of park visitors. If the plan does not meet these needs, possible amendments to the Trails Master Plan may include modifications to existing trails or the identification of new trails.
Jun 3, 2011, 12:12
Trail Riding
Maricopa County Supervisor Wilson Seeks Feedback From Public
(Wickenburg) – Do you enjoy hiking or riding in the Vulture Mountain area? Then the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department and Bureau of Land Management want to hear from you! “The agencies have been working together to develop a Recreation Management Plan for the Vulture Mountains. This plan will allow both agencies to cooperatively manage the area while improving recreational opportunities and facilities,” stated Maricopa County Supervisor Max Wilson, District 4.
Jun 3, 2011, 11:50
Trail Riding
TEVIS CUP RIDE DATE CHANGED TO OCTOBER 8, 2011
The Western States Trail Foundation Board of Governors unanimously decided to change the Tevis Cup Ride date from July 16 to October 8, 2011.
“We faced unusually heavy snows this year,” reports WSTF President Kathie Perry. “So in the interest of rider and horse safety, the Tevis ride date is now changed to October 8. The new date will give riders the needed time to get their horses ready for the challenge of the trail, as well as give them the experience of the traditional trail with its magnificence and history.”
Jun 3, 2011, 11:38
Trail Riding
Statement by the AERC Veterinary Committee Concerning EHV-1 and Endurance Competitions
1 All ride managers, riders, crew, control judges and treatment vets are advised to educate themselves about EHV-I and the May 2011 outbreak via the many web sources, such as AERC, AAEP, USDA, and each state’s department of agriculture. All possible ride personnel and participants should check at least once daily the website for the state department of agriculture where a ride is scheduled to be held. In addition, www.usda.gov and www.aaep.org are good sources of daily information on the EHV-I outbreak, as well as including suggestions on the prevention of disease exposure and transmission.
Jun 2, 2011, 07:50
Trail Riding
Brown’s Ranch Trailhead - Public Open House in Scottsdale
As you may be aware, the City of Scottsdale recently acquired 2,000 acres of State Trust Land generally located in the area north of the Dixileta Road alignment, in the vicinity of Alma School Parkway. The City plans to acquire an additional 4,400 acres of State Trust land in this area later this year.
May 27, 2011, 12:33
Trail Riding
Report Equestrian Trail Closures or Access Issues on Federal Land
Equestrians are seeing an increasing loss of access through trail restrictions, trail closures, and use restrictions. Riders and stock users are being excluded from areas that they have historically traveled through and indeed first opened up. It is a loss of opportunities for riders, families, persons with disabilities, school groups and others.
May 24, 2011, 09:49
Trail Riding
Statement by the AERC Veterinary Committee Concerning EHV-1 and Endurance Competitions
1 All ride managers, riders, crew, control judges and treatment vets are advised to educate themselves about EHV-I and the May 2011 outbreak via the many web sources, such as AERC, AAEP, USDA, and each state’s department of agriculture. All possible ride personnel and participants should check at least once daily the website for the state department of agriculture where a ride is scheduled to be held. In addition, www.usda.gov and www.aaep.org are good sources of daily information on the EHV-I outbreak, as well as including suggestions on the prevention of disease exposure and transmission.
May 24, 2011, 09:40
Trail Riding
TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY ANNOUNCES SPONSORSHIP OF TRAIL CONSERVATION PROGRAM
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (date) – Tractor Supply Company has recently announced that it will serve as the sponsor of an American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) trail conservation program scheduled to launch in May.
STEP (Stewards for Trails, Education and Partnerships) will allow individuals to submit trail conservation project proposals nationwide. A committee consisting of officials from AQHA, Tractor Supply and the Equestrian Land Conservation Resource (others?) will review each individual proposal, select the individual projects for funding and assist in organizing volunteers for the completion of the approved projects.
May 23, 2011, 09:58
Trail Riding
Hidden Meadow Ranch in Arizona Offers Great Trail Riding Opportunities
For trail rides and riding in the arena, the Ranch has a string of wonderful horses suitable for riders of all levels, from novice to expert.
Miles and miles of trails may be accessed from the Ranch into the surrounding 5,650-acre Wildlife Habitat Area (where no motorized vehicles are allowed) and beyond. Some of our favorite rides are to Carnero Lake and through Strawberry Canyon to Patterson Spring. Off-site guided rides into rarely seen primitive areas such as the Black River may be arranged with advance notice.
Jun 21, 2010, 13:48
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