published Jun 2008
Horses have been suggested to be an important source for the introduction of non-native plant species along trails, but the conclusions were based on anecdotal evidence.
published Mar 2021
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Lora Goerlich
Lora Goerlich, American Trails contributor and equestrian expert, shares trail etiquette around horse manure.
published Sep 2020
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Lora Goerlich
Responsible equestrians should actively protect trees and other park structures when out on the trail. Equine expert Lora Goerlich gives her take on this topic.
published Jun 2009
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American Horse Council
A study done by the American Horse Council to gather information about trail closures or attempted trail closures on federal public lands.
published Nov 2019
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Dianne Martin
American Trails contributor Dianne Martin shares some tips on how to safely share trails with horses.
published Nov 2019
by
Lora Goerlich
This first hand account from American Trails contributor Lora Goerlich is a great reminder about why you need to be prepared for yellowjackets on the trail.
published Oct 2019
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Back Country Horsemen of America
Organizations working together can tackle problems and issues that are too large for single organizations to handle.
published Sep 2019
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Guy Zoellner with USDA Forest Service
Packers still play an important role in backcountry trail development.
posted Jun 11, 2019
The Lassen Peak Trail, located in the Lassen National Park in Northern California, is a historic trail that existed before the 1914-1917 spectacular series of eruptions of Mt. Lassen.
posted Jun 11, 2019
The Tim Scott Trail has a total length of 21.8 miles and includes two pedestrian bridges over the scenic Duck River.
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