The NCHC sought clarification on Essential Businesses, specifically as it related to our Boarding and Training Facilities. This resulted in the following statement: The North Carolina Horse Council, in consultation with the North Carolina State Veterinarian, provides the following guidance regarding equine boarding, stabling, and/or training of horses: Included in the umbrella of animal agriculture […]

Attention Trail Riders: If you are home and want to help us work on keeping our trails open or adding additional trail miles, read the call to action below. If you can, help out by contacting your representatives in Washington and urge them to support this program.  

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A GUIDANCE STATEMENT ONLY. WE MAY ISSUE OTHER CLARIFICATIONS AS WE MOVE FORWARD. Dear Members of our Equine Community: The information regarding our Equine Boarding and Training Facilities is not a mandate. It is for guidance only. This is a highly fluid situation and may change as we move forward. We […]

Please note: The NCHC is making every effort to keep the website updated. Additional information can also be found on Facebook public or the Facebook group page. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture has clarified agriculture workers to include equine workers and caretakers. Please copy both documents below and have in your car should you […]

NCDA&CS activates hotline to help those impacted by Hurricane Dorian.  An operator will be available on the hotline between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. 866-645-9403 The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has activated its hotline to connect those impacted by Hurricane Dorian with resources that can assist with agricultural emergencies. The toll-free number […]

The North Carolina Horse Council is currently addressing issues with Senate Bill 315, The North Carolina Farm Act of 2019. One section of this bill addresses the expansion of the definition of agritourism activities. The proposed definition would include shooting sports. The NCHC lobbyist are working with multiple legislators to address our concerns. If you […]

The Jordan Lake trail is nearing completion, with light at the end of the tunnel (or trail!). Please join us for a JLTCA meeting on May 28 (Tuesday) at 7 pm at Grayland Farms (3405 Stagecoach Rd, Durham, NC 27713) in the lobby of the barn. In addition to the update on trail progress, we will […]

Equine-assisted therapy is a method of therapy that uses horses as a tool to help individuals with physical, mental and emotional conditions gain confidence and work through the healing process. The bond that is formed between the horse and the client is often a strong one that helps the client process feelings, gain skills and […]

Attention all trail riders! Wake County is conducting a series of community forums for input on the development of a 300 acre park along Hwy 42 in Willow Spring. There is a planning meeting on Tuesday, February 12, to discuss the proposed plan. All equestrians are encouraged to attend the meeting to offer input on […]

U.S. SENATORS INTRODUCE RTP FULL FUNDING ACT Contact: dcrandall@funoutdoors.com Washington, D.C. (November 1, 2018) – The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) has aided trail construction and maintenance projects and programs nationwide since 1991. Created through landmark surface transportation legislation, RTP reflected Congressional belief that federal gas taxes paid on motorfuel used in motorized nonhighway recreational activities […]