Interested in the Agency of Agriculture’s proposed updates to Vermont’s livestock (including horses) and poultry importation rules? Follows are public meeting dates: February 23, 2024. In-person and Virtual: 12:00 -...
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An article that might be of interest to animal welfare advocates in Vermont. https://vtdigger.org/2024/01/24/theres-no-rules-or-oversight-new-bill-seeks-to-ease-vermonts-animal-welfare-crisis/
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The American Horse Council has released the Equine Impact Study for the United States. Some highlights include: $177 B equine impact to the US economy 2.2 M jobs $120 B...
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Read with us! Free event on Feb 7. Can you guess the book we will be discussing by glimpsing a piece of the book jacket? Looking forward to discussing this...
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Last week, as we prepared for our first big snow of the season, I was reminded to be sure that every gate snap is facing down. Yes, they can still...
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HORSE COOKIES Preheat oven to 350° F 1 cup quick cooking oatmeal 1 cup flour (oat or wheat) 1 cup shredded carrot (about 1 large carrot) 1 tablespoon sugar Mix...
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Early in November I was privileged to attend a 2-day clinic conducted by Nahshon Cook. My curiosity about how to better harness my own energy to improve my horsemanship brought...
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Following the many new miles of multi-use trails in Groton State Forest just got a bit easier for equestrians. VHC member, Belynda Lussier is marking all the major intersections with...
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The journey to approval of an expanded trail network in Willoughby State Forest (Sutton, Vermont) continued with a presentation to the Forest Parks and Recreation, District 5 Stewardship committee by...
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