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Riding into the New Year with Caution: Making the Case for Equine Liability Insurance

Posted by Emily
On December 18, 2020
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If you’re an experienced horse owner, you’ve likely made a statement like, “I wish I could wrap my horse in bubble wrap!” Yes, we horse owners know how easily—and how often—our horses tend to get hurt. Your vet is probably on speed dial! What might not always stay top of mind is how easily our […]

United Horse Coalition 2020 Virtual Meeting: Part 3

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On November 23, 2020
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Did you know that the NCHC is part of the United Horse Coalition, as well as the American Horse Council? The UHC just held their 2020 Virtual Meeting, which was packed full of information – from learning about the UHC and its programs — including the Equine Welfare Data Collective, UHC Equine Resource Database, and […]

United Horse Coalition 2020 Virtual Meeting: Part 2

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On November 23, 2020
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United Horse Coalition 2020 Virtual Meeting: Part 1

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On November 23, 2020
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Equine Trail Riding in NC National Forests Survey

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On November 15, 2020
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Thank you for taking the time to fill out this brief survey that will make a direct impact by better understanding the needs of our trail riders. Begin by clicking “OK” below and feel free to share!

Executive Director’s Report

Posted by Emily
On October 19, 2020
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As we continue through the COVID-19 Pandemic, the majority of the meetings this month remained virtual. The Coalition of State Horse Councils kicked off the month with a meeting engaging 20 horse councils. The purpose of the meeting was to network with other people and groups regarding equine state events, issues and concerns. By working […]

September 2020 Trails Report

Posted by Emily
On October 19, 2020
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Submitted by Barbara Oslund, Trails Consultant This year is certainly like no other, but there continues to be progress and advocacy for horse trails. The year started with January public meetings in Oak Ridge with many equestrians present to advocate for a short distance equestrian trail on land recently purchased by the Town of Oak […]

Extension of Transportation Provisions by Governor Cooper

Posted by Cheryl Bennett
On September 15, 2020
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There are two transportation waiver extensions for COVID-19; one from the Governor and the second from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Both extensions go until end of the calendar day on 12/31/2020. CooperEO164 – Extension of Transportation provisions Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: Untitled attachment 06019

Hurricane Preparedness for Horse Owners

Posted by Cheryl Bennett
On September 14, 2020
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This week marks the peak of Atlantic Hurricane Season, which means something a little different for everyone. For North Carolina horse owners, it means that we need to take extra precautions when it comes to our horses and farms, especially for the next month. Think back to Hurricane Florence in 2018—the eastern part of our […]

Great American Outdoors Act

Posted by Cheryl Bennett
On August 5, 2020
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President Signs Bi-Partisan “Great American Outdoors Act,” Designates “Fee Free” Day Moving Forward This morning during a signing ceremony at the White House, President Trump signed the “Great American Outdoors Act,” a key legislative priority for trail riders across the country. In addition to providing resources to address the backlog maintenance of public trails, the […]

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