Promoting a thriving equine community in Vermont
Our Mission
To foster an inclusive, equitable, and prosperous equine community in Vermont. We strive to promote and protect the interests and well-being of all equine enthusiasts while recognizing the importance of our natural environment, the rights of public and private property stewards, state laws and regulations, recreation, and local businesses.
Recent News
Equestrians Let Your Voice Be Heard – ANR Public Meetings
Do you want more equine access to state lands? Here is your opportunity to be heard. Get full details at https://fpr.vermont.gov/press-release/public-invited-comment-proposed-rules-state-lands-management-planning-process Consider attending one of…
GMHA – Coming events
Fuel prices have you concerned about the cost of even getting to equine events? Consider staying close to home and becoming a member of…
The Vermont Horse Council has been an advocate for the equine industry in Vermont since 1975
Why is this important?
$1.3 Million
in annual tax revenue is generated through the equine industry in Vermont
$37 Million
in revenue is generated annually from out-of-state visitors who come to Vermont to show, ride, and spend
$46 Million
in total expenditures annually through the Vermont equine industry
8,500+
equines living in the state of Vermont
~61 Acres
of land is kept open per horse in the state
652 Jobs
have been created to serve the Vermont equine industry
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