On this episode of the podcast, Jess speaks with Holley Groshek, Executive Director of Equine Land Conservation Resource a non-profit dedicated to preserving lands for equestrian use.
The US is losing 6,000 acres of open land every day, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. Large open spaces and contiguous tracts of land are critical to providing the space we need to support our nation’s equestrian heritage and economy. Concerned citizens across the nation are eager to get involved at a local level, but may not know where to start. Equine Land Conservation Resource provides easy access to the information, resources and tools that help horse people take action. Since 2007, ELCR has assisted in the protection of more than 200,000 acres of land and more than 1,200 miles of trails.
Visit www.ELCR.org for more information and access to their resource library.
ELCR has many webinars available on various topics. You can find their lastest webinar here. “Equestrian Trail Design and Best Practices: From Backcountry to Urban Edge Settings”
Equine Land Conservation Resource (ELCR) is working with Back Country Horsemen of America (BCHA) to encourage the equine community to contact BLM stating they do not support allowing E-bikes on backcountry trails. Protect equine access to backcountry trails by submitting your comments to the BLM.
Until next time, Happy Trails!