THE MARYLAND HORSE COUNCIL
Trails Stewardship presented by
New Partnership Strengthens Equestrian Stewardship at Patapsco Valley State Park by David Ferraro, Executive Director of the Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park, with photos by @khopshoots
Te Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park (FPVSP) and the League of
Maryland Horsemen (LOMH) are excited to announce a new partner- ship aimed at increasing equestrian involvement in the stewardship of the park and the support of its natural surface trail system. Te FPVSP, a 501(c)(3) affiliate organization with the Maryland De-
partment of Natural Resources, serves as the official nonprofit partner of Patapsco Valley State Park. FPVSP has been the leader in maintaining and improving the park’s nationally recognized trail system, contributing thou- sands of volunteer hours annually and investing more than $500,000 in di- rect spending over the past five years to enhance the trails for all user groups. Tis new collaboration with LOMH underscores a shared commit- ment to preserving the multi-use functionality of the trail system, with a renewed focus on fostering equestrian activities and encouraging greater engagement from the equestrian community. Te partnership is built on a long-term vision to increase equestrian
engagement in park stewardship. Trough joint trail maintenance events, education programs, and outreach efforts, FPVSP and LOMH aim to encourage horse enthusiasts to take an active role in investing in the trails they use and love. Tese initiatives will help ensure the sustain- ability of equestrian access while fostering a sense of responsibility, col- laboration, and equity community among park users. Te League of Maryland Horsemen brings a wealth of knowledge and
passion for equestrian trail use. By joining forces, LOMH and FPVSP and LOMH can together we ensure that Patapsco’s trails remain a haven for horseback riding while promoting sustainable practices that protect the en- vironment and bring our equestrian users into our invested trail community. Trough this partnership, FPVSP and LOMH hope to build on the established collaboration between park supporters and user groups. By working together, they aim to create a legacy of stewardship that will benefit equestrians and the park itself for years to come. “We are thrilled to partner with the Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park
CCEC Welcomes New Center Manager
Longtime volunteer Barb Carr has taken on the role as Equestrian Center Manager for the Carroll County Equestrian Council. Her first task was to renovate and repair the cross-country jump course at the Equestrian Center with the help of volunteers Pat and Gail Boone and Joe Moore.
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to support and preserve this incredible trail system,” said Bradley Rumbel, Equestrian Representative from the League of Maryland Horsemen. “As members of the equestrian community that calls PVSP home, we are pas- sionate about protecting the natural resource and ensuring that horseback riders can continue to enjoy these trails for generations to come. Tis part- nership marks an exciting opportunity to deepen our involvement and give back to the park that provides so much joy to so many.” Equestrians and community members are encouraged to support this ini- tiative by becoming members of the Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park (FPVSP)! Membership helps fund our efforts and keeps you informed about upcoming trail work events and other opportunities to contribute to the ongoing preservation of Patapsco Valley State Park’s trail system. You can learn more about FPVSP at
fpvsp.org.
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