THE MARYLAND HORSE COUNCIL ONE COMMON BOND - THE HORSE • ONE COMMON VOICE - MARYLAND HORSE COUNCIL
An Invitation to be Heard - Maryland Horse Forum
by Carrie Hull Maryland has enjoyed acclaim and notoriety over the years, even cen-
turies, as one of the most successful horse communities in the country. During a recent Maryland Horse Industry Board meeting, the Maryland Horse Council was fortunate enough to visit Whitehall Manor (An- napolis), an estate where George Washington kept his horses, and one of the original three land tracts responsible for the establishment and home of the Maryland Jockey Club. Did you know that the Maryland Jockey Club is the oldest sporting association in all of North America? Not just the United States, all of North America! While the history and role of the horse and its relation to people, industry, and sport has transformed over the years, one thing remains clear. Maryland sets the leading example for the country on how to maintain nearly 300 years of an extraordinarily successful equine industry. T rough the eff orts of some of the most pre- eminent horsewomen and horsemen, the state’s equestrians and equine organizations have joined forces since 2004 to create detailed fi ve-year stra- tegic plans for the community and industry in the form of a one-day Maryland Horse Forum. T is year marks the fourth Maryland Horse Forum since its inception and once again, your input is needed. It is only through your attendance that we can help shape future initiatives, programs, and leg- islation. We, the horse community and industry, represent “One Common Voice.” Most impor- tantly, it
is our responsibility to represent that
“One Common Voice” for our Maryland horses. So many of you took the time to complete our
survey and help us prioritize topics for this year. Resoundingly, the Maryland horse community revealed that equine welfare is still its major con- cern and this topic will be discussed at the Horse
“T e Maryland Horse Forum is our op- portunity every fi ve years to set the course for our horse community’s future. It is important for as many members of our community to attend and join eff orts to make Maryland the best horse state in the country for our horses, riders and the land we need to pasture and ride our wonder- ful horses.” - Jane T ery, Chair of the Farm Stewardship Committee for MHC
Forum. T e Maryland Horse Council is proud to continue to address this con- cern through our program--the Maryland Equine Transition Service (METS). If you have not yet heard of METS or would like more information, please visit their website at
www.mdequinetransition.org or their Facebook page at www.facebook. com/MDEquineTransition/. To make your voice and your horse’s voice heard, we need you to attend the 2019 Maryland Horse Forum. It will be held August 8th at Goucher College and additional details are provided within this issue. T e venue this year, Goucher College, looks to the future with its newly expanded equestrian center. I know many are concerned about the agri- cultural, horse and general livestock legacy in the state. Fewer younger generations are involved in our industry. T is is a priority for all of the orga- nizations involved in the Horse Forum and this location should provide the inspiration to connect
“T e Horse Forum is a great opportu- nity to network and to hear from a wide range of industry participants. It is also valuable for the feedback that is incorpo- rated in the status report to the State. It is important for your voice to be heard.” - Cricket Goodall, Executive Director of the Maryland Horse Breeders Association and Maryland Million
and educate a new generation of industry leaders. We invite you to bring your entire families, friends, and supporters of the horse community. Introduce your next generation of nieces, neph- ews, sons, daughters, etc., to the Maryland horse industry as we continue celebrating our successes and planning our future. Did I mention it’s free to attend and a love-
ly lunch with be served? T e Maryland Horse Council looks forward to seeing you there for this distinguished, unique event that continues to reaf- fi rm Maryland as a national leader in the Ameri- can equine industry.
For a preview on the 2019 Maryland Horse Forum topics, see page 13 of this issue!
Maryland Horse Council Annual BBQ
September 28 • Sagamore Farm Tours • Food • Vendors • Silent Auction • Demos • Fun!
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