Info about this “Last Thursday of the Month” TROT ride will be on the TROT Facebook page and in the next newsletter.
  RSVP:  Laury Lobel  (<Laurylobel@verizon.net>, 301-467-7300)

Sweet Air is one of the most popular riding areas in Gunpowder Falls State Park with multiple trails and access from local boarding facilities. The pace of this ride will be walk- trot- cantering if trail permits and the length is 2 hours. There is trailer parking in a field and a picnic table.  Along the trail there are some muddy spots as well as a few rocky areas so boots or shoes are recommended. The trail will go through fields, wooded areas, past farms and may have some water crossings.  If the trails are wet, the park will close the area to riders so we will be confirming one or two days before.  Please contact Bianca Paterakis at 443-340-4036 biancavanhorn@me.com to register and get ride time. Helmet and current Coggins required. Bring your lunch and a chair if you would like to stay afterwards.  The address to use for your GPS is 2840 Dalton-Brevard Rd, Baldwin, MD 21013. Dalton-Brevard Road is a short gravel road. When you get to the end and see the gate and sign for the dog training facilities, turn right and drive up onto the field for trailer parking.

TROT Presents

Mountain Obstacle Course

Double C Farm, LLC is Maryland’s first IMTCA certified course. This will be an instructor-led event with a maximum of 8 riders per session. Riding the obstacle course helps a horse and rider:

• Build a deeper partnership.
• Cultivate trust, respect, and confidence.
• Increase flexibility and agility.
• Develop better communication skills.
• And it’s FUN!

The obstacles include Balance Beams, Rocks, Cross Bucks, Pond, Bridges, Teeter Totter, Texas Two Step, Cake Box, Water Box, and more.

We are hoping for sunny skies… but remember, this event is “rain or shine” so be sure to pack accordingly.

Where:         Double C Farm, 16011 Comus Rd Clarksburg, MD

When:          September 29, 2019

Time:             9:30AM – 12:30PM or 1:30PM – 4:30PM

Rider Cost: $215 (members), $235 (non-members)

Auditor Cost: $20 (members), $40 (non-members)

To register online as an auditor, go to https://bit.ly/2vXJXt2
To register as a rider, go to https://bit.ly/2HkkTBK

EventFlyer

TROT members are invited to join in this delightful annual horse camping and trail riding event, with delicious food provided, and swell company.

Spots are limited, so registration is required.

For details, please contact: Valerie Barber 410-922-5053 Joyce Bell 410-820-6002

Gunpowder State Park has miles of trails to explore, this trail is one of my favorites. The footing is good, so no shoes/boots required. There will be some small stream crossings, a bridge, a tunnel, and Im sure some hikers, bikers, and some dogs on leashes. The parking can be limited depending on the time of year, so trailering with a friend is recommended! This ride will be walk-trot with some cantering if the trail permits. We will ride for at least 1.5hrs, longer if everyone is up for it! Bring your lunch and a chair if you would like to stay afterwards! 
    RSVP: Ashley Reier (443-862-1838, <ashley.reier1@gmail.com>)

Info about this “Last Thursday of the Month” TROT ride will be on the TROT Facebook page and in the next newsletter.
  RSVP: Laury Lobel  (<Laurylobel@verizon.net>, 301-467-7300)