Legislative Trail Ride

 

 

Virginia Horse Council Photo

Trails and Land Use Issues

Get Your Trail Grant Applications in by March 26th

The Recreational Trails Fund Program (RTP) is a national reimbursement grant program that provides for the creation and maintenance of trails and trail facilities. The program is funded through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).  The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) administers the program.

RTP grants are due by March 26, 2008.  Program funds will be used for motorized (30 percent), non-motorized (30 percent), and innovative multiple-use (40) trails.  Grants are made for between $25,000 and $125,000.

Visit the DCR website to obtain an application or to learn more about the grant program and your project's eligibility.  Keep in mind that grant proposals for non-motorized multi-use trails will score higher than those for equestrian only trails.

Beach Trail Riding

Anyone up for riding on the beach?  Click here to download the most recent list of places on the east coast that host horseback riding on the beach!!

EnviroHorse

EnviroHorse has been formed to act as a repository and clearing-house for scientifically sound data and information about the horse and its place in the environment. This information can then be used to guide concerned individuals, groups or Government Agencies in arriving at equitable, reasoned conclusions and guidelines regarding equine use and the environment. 

Equestrian Land Conservation Resource

Equestrian Land Conservation Resource is dedicated to promoting access to and conservation of land for equestrian use.  It acts as a clearinghouse for information concerning land protection, land use policy, and equestrian land stewardship.