WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

Become a member of local or national equestrian trail organizations and encourage your breed or sport organization to support trail and open land advocacy. Learn how to minimize your impact on trails through programs like Leave No Trace and encourage other riders to do the same. Volunteer with groups that maintain trails in your area.

Foster stewardship with non-equestrian trail users through positive interactions on shared trails. Develop respectful relationships and open communication with private landowners. Start a riding club in your community. Local clubs help members advocate for trail needs and maintenance projects, provide a regular source of information on new issues and enable riders to establish a common set of rules for trail etiquette.