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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 >

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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.

The North Carolina Horse Council strives to maintain effective government relations by interacting with state leaders and our government representatives. We work closely with the N.C. Department of Agriculture, NC Farm Bureau and N.C. State University.

Membership Benefits

Equine Personal Liability Insurance

$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.

A Voice for Your Concerns

The NCHC is open to new ideas and new members. Contact us, come to a meeting, speak out, volunteer, and get involved.

Legislative Influence

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.

Trail Access

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.

Horse Health Issues

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.

Current Event Management

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.

Insider Information

Current members receive information on current events and updates as needed on issues involving horse affairs in NC.

And much more!

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