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Whether it is taking a mile long ride or looking to camp with your horses. NCHC is bringing trail information to you in one place. NCHC maintains public access to horse trails, to further funding for trail maintenance and support, and to establish new trails across the state. Learn More >
Exclusive Member Benefits
Thinking about joining the herd? Legislative influence, the opportunity for personal equine liability insurance and an outlet for concerns are just a few benefits of NCHC membership.
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Grants and Scholarships
NCHC offers grants including health and research, education to the community, trails, therapeutic riding and equine activities, development and scholarships. In addition, we offer safety net grants to provide feed and hay assistance, euthanasia and gelding vouchers. Learn More >
Show your support by purchasing an NCHC license plate.
NCSU is seeking NC horse owners (18+ years of age) to complete a survey on state anthelmintic (deworming) practices.
About North Carolina Horse Council
The North Carolina Horse Council exists to represent and further the common interest of the entire equine industry of North Carolina. The North Carolina Horse Council is composed of volunteer individuals and groups from all breeds and types of horse activities, without bias. We are amateurs and professionals, horse hobbyist, commercial producers, local riding clubs, and larger corporations.
Membership Benefits
$1,000,000 excess equine personal liability insurance is available for NCHC Individual and Lifetime dues-paying members. This insurance is in excess of any other valid and collectible insurance. Some exclusions apply.
The NCHC is open to new ideas and new members. Contact us, come to a meeting, speak out, volunteer, and get involved.
The NCHC is the voice of the horse owners of North Carolina. We study and stay current on issues affecting the horse industry. Our membership in the American Horse Council ensures that we are also represented in Washington.
The NCHC Trails Committee works to maintain public access to horse trails, to further funding for trail maintenance and support, and to establish new trails across the state.
The NCHC works directly with representation from the Equine Health Program at the College of Veterinary Medicine to help communicate new horse health research and availability of new diagnostic equipment and treatments for serious problems that involve the health of North Carolina horses. The NCHC has supported horse health research through their granting program. The NCHC works directly with the State Animal Response Team (SART) to get information to horse owners about emergency planning and care in disasters. These organizations have received funding from the NCHC to enhance their efforts for North Carolina horses. Also the NCHC works directly with the Veterinary Division of the NCDA&CS to get information about horse infectious diseases like West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and other industry health related issues to horse owners in a timely manner.
Whether it’s an effort to limit trail access, monitor tack and horse thefts, track disease outbreaks, or educate about animal welfare issues, NCHC volunteers strive to keep horse owners informed.
Current members receive information on current events and updates as needed on issues involving horse affairs in NC.
Learn more about membership benefits today.
License plates are available for the horse enthusiasts and those who want to support the NC Horse Council.
Economic Impact on North Carolina
$3.44 BILLION ECONOMIC IMPACT
THAT COMBINE HORSE OWNERSHIP, EQUINE INSTITUTIONS & PROFIT-MAKING ORGANIZATIONS & TOURISM SPENDING BY PARTICIPANTS & SPECTATORS.
NC RANKS 1 OF TOP 10 STATES
IN TERMS OF HORSE POPULATION
$1 MILLION EXCESS EQUINE PERSONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE
$423 MILLION ADDED VALUE
TO THE STATE’S ECONOMY WITHIN THE COMPETITION SECTOR
$812 MILLION RECREATION SECTOR
TOTAL ECONOMIC IMPACT
$734 MILLION COMPETITION SECTOR
TOTAL ECONOMIC IMPACT
$190 MILLION RACING SECTOR
TOTAL ECONOMIC IMPACT
$14.9 MILLION ADDED VALUE
TO THE STATE’S ECONOMY FROM THE EQUINE THERAPY
$2.3 MILLION ADDED VALUE
TO THE STATE’S ECONOMY FROM THE EQUINE RESCUES & SANCTUARIES
VIEW ALL THE ECONOMIC IMPACTS
Latest News
Survey and Evaluation of North Carolina Equine Anthelmintic (Deworming) Practices
- Posted by admin
- On March 13, 2023
NC State University is seeking North Carolina horse owners (18+ years of age) to complete a survey on anthelmintic (deworming) practices in...
North Carolina Year of the Trail – First Day Outdoors
- Posted by admin
- On February 17, 2023
January 1st – It may sound cold and miserable, but historically, it’s quite pleasant in North Carolina on New Year’s Day. Take...
RECALL NOTICE: Ovation Protégé Helmet, February 2023
- Posted by admin
- On February 13, 2023
There has been an important fast track recall from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (UPSC) and English Riding Supply. On February 9,...
