Big Elk Lick Horse Camp
Calendar Corrections
For anyone going to Big Elk Lick this year:
The dates for this event in the Lorain OHC printed calendar are wrong.
The correct dates are:
Wednesday, August 20th thru Wednesday, August 27th
and
Sunday, September 28th thru Sunday, October 5th
Please contact Big Elk Lick Horse Camp at 814-787-4656
to confirm your reservations are correct.
The dates for this event in the Lorain OHC printed calendar are wrong.
The correct dates are:
Wednesday, August 20th thru Wednesday, August 27th
and
Sunday, September 28th thru Sunday, October 5th
Please contact Big Elk Lick Horse Camp at 814-787-4656
to confirm your reservations are correct.
2025 Tuesday Night Kayak Schedule
All of these dates depend on weather.
The general schedule is the First Tues. of the month will be at Findlay State Park.
The Second Tues. of the month will be at a Medina County Park because Hinckley Lake is closed.
The Third Tues. of the month will be at Wellington Reservation.
The Fourth Tues. of the month will be at various locations.
The general schedule is the First Tues. of the month will be at Findlay State Park.
The Second Tues. of the month will be at a Medina County Park because Hinckley Lake is closed.
The Third Tues. of the month will be at Wellington Reservation.
The Fourth Tues. of the month will be at various locations.
April 22nd 7:00 pm Findlay State Park
April 29th 7:00 pm Spencer Lake Reservation
May 6th 7:00pm Findlay State Park
May 13th 7:00pm Spencer Lake Reservation
May 20th 7:00pm Wellington Reservation
May 27th 7:00pm Chippawa lake
June 3rd 7:00pm Findlay State Park
June 10th 7:00pm Chippawa lake
June 17th 7:00pm Wellington Reservation
June 24th 4:30pm Old Woman’s Creek *
July 1st 7:00pm Findlay State Park
July 8th 7:00pm Spencer Lake Reservation
July 15th 7:00pm Wellington Reservation
July 22nd 7:00pm Kilbuck Lake
July 29th 7:00pm French Creek Reservation
Aug 5th 7:00pm Findlay State Park
Aug 12th 7:00pm Chippawa lake
Aug 19 th 7:00pm Wellington Reservation
Aug 26 th 4:30pm Old Woman’s Creek *
Sept 3 rd 7:00pm Findlay State Park
Sept 9 th 6:30pm Spencer Lake Reservation
Sept 16 th 6:00pm Wellington Reservation
Sept 23 th 6:00pm TBA
*Old Woman’s Creek (a permit has been applied for). Take SR 61 north until it dead ends into SR 6 (Cleveland Rd.), turn left (west) & go past Dollar General. After you cross the bridge over Old Woman’s Creek, the parking lot is immediately on the right (north) side.
Findley State Park is located just south of Wellington, 25381 State Route 58, Wellington, OH 44090
Spencer Lake, a 618-acre Wildlife Area, is situated in northeastern Ohio in Medina County, approximately two miles east of the village of Spencer, north of OH-162. OH-162 and Medina County Roads 27 and 58 provide good access. Coordinates: 41.1111754, -82.0822906
Wellington Reservation 535 Jones Rd, Wellington, OH 44090
Note: This is not a Lorain County OHC activity.
2024 Trail Miles Awards
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Men:
(1) Ronald Hoover (2) Billy Garn (3) Ric Augustin Women: (1) Kelly Krupp Denes (2) Wendy Gilland (3) Sandy Krupp |
Youth:
(1) Avery Easton (2) Isabel Kenyon (3) Reagan Crumpler Saddle Hours: Adult – Deb Hurlburt Youth – Adrianna Kenyon |
Total Trail Miles Lorain County OHC – 17544 Miles
Local Favorite Parks:
(1) Carlisle – 1809 Miles
(2) Charlemont – 926 Miles
(3) Wellington – 246 Miles
Other Favorites:
Mohican – 945 Miles
Hocking – 1241 Miles
Out Of State:
Benezette – 890 Miles
Local Favorite Parks:
(1) Carlisle – 1809 Miles
(2) Charlemont – 926 Miles
(3) Wellington – 246 Miles
Other Favorites:
Mohican – 945 Miles
Hocking – 1241 Miles
Out Of State:
Benezette – 890 Miles
We would like to thank the businesses that support with donations:
Tack N More
Spencer Feed
Sacred Dreams
Equine Massage by Deb
Woods Working
Tack N More
Spencer Feed
Sacred Dreams
Equine Massage by Deb
Woods Working
Junior Ambassador Initiative
Any member of the Ohio Horseman’s Council who is 17 or younger as of January 1, 2025, can be part of a unique experience this year!
The Junior Ambassador club provides an opportunity to develop skills, grow knowledge about horses, help others, make friends AND win prizes including a beautiful belt buckle and a scholarship.
Follow the link below to learn more.
The Junior Ambassador club provides an opportunity to develop skills, grow knowledge about horses, help others, make friends AND win prizes including a beautiful belt buckle and a scholarship.
Follow the link below to learn more.
2025 OHC State Trail Rides
Horse Industry Alert!
Western Justice
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It’s that time again --------
October starts Lorain County OHC's Membership drive for 2025.
Several ways to join:
October starts Lorain County OHC's Membership drive for 2025.
Several ways to join:
1) Every 2024 primary member will receive a pre-filled 2025 membership form in the mail from state OHC.
Note: The 2025 membership form mailing does not reflect the Equine Liability Insurance price increase.
Individual membership with Insurance is: $60.00
Family membership with Insurance is: $95.00
2) Join or renew online at: ohconline.com
3) You can run off either primary/secondary membership applications from our website loraincountyohc.net
4) Paper applications for Primary and Secondary memberships will be available at the membership meetings
Note: The 2025 membership form mailing does not reflect the Equine Liability Insurance price increase.
Individual membership with Insurance is: $60.00
Family membership with Insurance is: $95.00
2) Join or renew online at: ohconline.com
3) You can run off either primary/secondary membership applications from our website loraincountyohc.net
4) Paper applications for Primary and Secondary memberships will be available at the membership meetings
Costs for a 2025 membership to Lorain County OHC are as follows:
BASIC membership (this is without Equine Excess Liability Insurance): Individual (18 yrs. +) $35; --- Youth (under 18) $20; — Family (includes spouse/partner/other and/or dependents) $45
PLUS membership (includes the Equine Excess Liability Insurance): Individual (18 yrs. +) $60; --- Family (includes spouse/partner/other and/or dependents). $95
SECONDARY memberships are: Individual $13; Family $15
ASSSOCIATE membership is $50
Make checks out to: Lorain County OHC;
mail application and check to Treasurer, Monica Haschak,
7836 Vandermark Road, Lodi, Ohio. 44254
Remember if you renew now, it prevents your Equine Excess Liability Insurance from lapsing
(this insurance runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31 of the current year)
and also prevents your prescription to the Corral from being interrupted!
BASIC membership (this is without Equine Excess Liability Insurance): Individual (18 yrs. +) $35; --- Youth (under 18) $20; — Family (includes spouse/partner/other and/or dependents) $45
PLUS membership (includes the Equine Excess Liability Insurance): Individual (18 yrs. +) $60; --- Family (includes spouse/partner/other and/or dependents). $95
SECONDARY memberships are: Individual $13; Family $15
ASSSOCIATE membership is $50
Make checks out to: Lorain County OHC;
mail application and check to Treasurer, Monica Haschak,
7836 Vandermark Road, Lodi, Ohio. 44254
Remember if you renew now, it prevents your Equine Excess Liability Insurance from lapsing
(this insurance runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31 of the current year)
and also prevents your prescription to the Corral from being interrupted!
Subject: OHC Northeast Region
Regional Representative, Asst Regional Representative Update
The other four regions of OHC county chapters are voting for their regional rep, who will hold office throughout 2025 and 2026.
In the NE, Jim Wallace has been your rep for many dedicated years, and his term runs through 2025, so you're not voting for a rep.
However, Jim will focus his efforts more closely on other state OHC activities, so he is taking well-deserved time away from the role of NE Regional Representative in 2025.
Rest assured, his replacement, Penny Passalacqua, Cuyahoga County Chapter, will continue the work as NE Regional Representative; supporting Penny will be Joyce Wilson, Stark County Chapter, as an assistant regional representative, replacing Penny.
With 17 county chapters in the NE, Penny and Joyce will share responsibility for, working closely with you, the members, and each other, in a collaborative effort that includes but is not limited to:
-Serve as an interface and advisor among the county chapters in their region and between the county chapters in their region and the state OHC.
-Host at least one (1) meeting annually with the county chapter presidents from their region.
-Attend Grievance Committee meetings at which a grievance arising in their region is considered.
-Represent the county chapters at Executive Cabinet meetings in their votes, comments, and actions.
As we make this transition, Penny can be reached via email at [email protected] or 216-470-6998 and Joyce at [email protected] or 330-232-3411.
Thank you, Jim, for your many years of dedicated service as the NE Regional Representative. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Penny and Joyce for stepping up to take on these important roles. Your contributions to the Ohio Horseman's Council are truly priceless.
Ride Ohio!
Mary Alice Kuhn, President
Ohio Horseman's Council
330-413-6589
In the NE, Jim Wallace has been your rep for many dedicated years, and his term runs through 2025, so you're not voting for a rep.
However, Jim will focus his efforts more closely on other state OHC activities, so he is taking well-deserved time away from the role of NE Regional Representative in 2025.
Rest assured, his replacement, Penny Passalacqua, Cuyahoga County Chapter, will continue the work as NE Regional Representative; supporting Penny will be Joyce Wilson, Stark County Chapter, as an assistant regional representative, replacing Penny.
With 17 county chapters in the NE, Penny and Joyce will share responsibility for, working closely with you, the members, and each other, in a collaborative effort that includes but is not limited to:
-Serve as an interface and advisor among the county chapters in their region and between the county chapters in their region and the state OHC.
-Host at least one (1) meeting annually with the county chapter presidents from their region.
-Attend Grievance Committee meetings at which a grievance arising in their region is considered.
-Represent the county chapters at Executive Cabinet meetings in their votes, comments, and actions.
As we make this transition, Penny can be reached via email at [email protected] or 216-470-6998 and Joyce at [email protected] or 330-232-3411.
Thank you, Jim, for your many years of dedicated service as the NE Regional Representative. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Penny and Joyce for stepping up to take on these important roles. Your contributions to the Ohio Horseman's Council are truly priceless.
Ride Ohio!
Mary Alice Kuhn, President
Ohio Horseman's Council
330-413-6589
North Chagrin Reservation
August 13, 2024
All road access and parking lots are open.
The All Purpose Trail only is open.
All bridle and hiking trails are closed until their conditions have been confirmed for safety.
The All Purpose Trail only is open.
All bridle and hiking trails are closed until their conditions have been confirmed for safety.
Bedford Reservation
August 15, 2024
All bridle, hiking, and MTB trails are open, excluding the (0.5 mile) bridle trail east of Egbert Picnic Area toward Egbert Road.
Hazards remain in this area.
Hazards remain in this area.
Lorain County OHC Horse Travel Tip
Next Exit - a book that lists what fuel stations, restaurants, lodging, and other amenities that are at every exit on the interstates in the USA. It also includes most rest stops. Red print is RV accessible (amazon 2024 $18.95)
Pee Bucket - when we load some of our horses they pee in the trailer right after we load them. We use a dirty 5 gallon bucket to collect and dump before we leave.
Jute Ties – we use a small loop of jute binder twine between the trailer hook and the trailer tie. We put none -break away halters on the horses when towing. In case of a panic or accident, the horse will break the jute and will have a halter and short lead on them to make it easier to catch them if they are loose.
Horse Tie Ring – for your horse trailer. You can purchase on Amazon for about $17.98.
Folding Hoof Pick
Pellet Bedding - use it in the horse trailer, it doesn’t blow around when the trailer windows are open
Keys – remember the keys to the horse trailer. The horses will thank you for letting them out. Consider a spare set of horse trailer keys in the vehicle.
Leveling Blocks – bring plenty to level your trailer.
Neck Collar - for your horse on the highline.
Horse Trailer Screens – if your horse trailer does not have screens, always put on a fly mask on your horses to protect their eyes.
General Trailering on a long trip – if your horse is tied on a long trailering trip, untie their head and let them drop their heads down. Don’t leave them ties for more than a few hours.
Traveling out of State – when traveling out of state and need a place to camp overnight, most fairgrounds or rodeo grounds are available at no charge or some at a small charge.
GIDDYUPAWAY.COM – traveling with horses made easy. 863-593-7606 Also on Facebook.com / giddyupaway Horse Hotels
Roadmap – bring along a road map or an atlas in the event there is no cell phone service.
Trucking APP – on your phone
Battery Powered Impact – for tires and fixes
Spare Tires – truck and trailer
Spring Check List - prepare and check off
Flashlights
Level boards - to make the trailer level.
Animal Feed and Hay – be sure to carry and extra day or two of both in the event of a break down
Extra Horse Blankets
Extra Clothes
Extra Horse Shoes and Nails
Veterinarian numbers - for vets in the area you will be traveling
Horse Medical Kit – include Banamine for colic and electrolytes
Human First Aid kit – heavy duty / extra strength pain pills
Medicine / Emergency items – turniquet to stop bleeding. butterfly bandages, vet wrap, tweezers, baby diapers, discinfectant, flares and triangles
TireMinder – tire pressure monitoring system
Binder of Campgrounds and Trail Maps – write directions to campgrounds on a large sticky note along with notes, favorite campsites, water availability, etc. You can add the sticky notes to the corresponding pages of the road atlas.
GPS – use one that allows you to input the size of the rig so you can avoid non-horse trailer friendly areas.
Wedge for a Horse Trailer Jack – we carry a wood wedge in our horse trailer in the event we have a flat. Place the wedge under the tire and back the trailer onto the wedge to lift it up enough to change the tire. We have used this in place of a tire jack. We were able to change a flat tire without removing the horses from the trailer. Our wedge is actually a leftover piece of log from our log home.
Double check everything – walk around the truck and trailer and double check everything (hookup, tires, doors, windows, chains, etc.). Don’t assume whoever you are with checked everything.
Public Horse Watering – do not let your horse drink from public horse watering areas. It is one of the easiest way for horses to catch disease and illness from other horses.
Pee Bucket - when we load some of our horses they pee in the trailer right after we load them. We use a dirty 5 gallon bucket to collect and dump before we leave.
Jute Ties – we use a small loop of jute binder twine between the trailer hook and the trailer tie. We put none -break away halters on the horses when towing. In case of a panic or accident, the horse will break the jute and will have a halter and short lead on them to make it easier to catch them if they are loose.
Horse Tie Ring – for your horse trailer. You can purchase on Amazon for about $17.98.
Folding Hoof Pick
Pellet Bedding - use it in the horse trailer, it doesn’t blow around when the trailer windows are open
Keys – remember the keys to the horse trailer. The horses will thank you for letting them out. Consider a spare set of horse trailer keys in the vehicle.
Leveling Blocks – bring plenty to level your trailer.
Neck Collar - for your horse on the highline.
Horse Trailer Screens – if your horse trailer does not have screens, always put on a fly mask on your horses to protect their eyes.
General Trailering on a long trip – if your horse is tied on a long trailering trip, untie their head and let them drop their heads down. Don’t leave them ties for more than a few hours.
Traveling out of State – when traveling out of state and need a place to camp overnight, most fairgrounds or rodeo grounds are available at no charge or some at a small charge.
GIDDYUPAWAY.COM – traveling with horses made easy. 863-593-7606 Also on Facebook.com / giddyupaway Horse Hotels
Roadmap – bring along a road map or an atlas in the event there is no cell phone service.
Trucking APP – on your phone
Battery Powered Impact – for tires and fixes
Spare Tires – truck and trailer
Spring Check List - prepare and check off
Flashlights
Level boards - to make the trailer level.
Animal Feed and Hay – be sure to carry and extra day or two of both in the event of a break down
Extra Horse Blankets
Extra Clothes
Extra Horse Shoes and Nails
Veterinarian numbers - for vets in the area you will be traveling
Horse Medical Kit – include Banamine for colic and electrolytes
Human First Aid kit – heavy duty / extra strength pain pills
Medicine / Emergency items – turniquet to stop bleeding. butterfly bandages, vet wrap, tweezers, baby diapers, discinfectant, flares and triangles
TireMinder – tire pressure monitoring system
Binder of Campgrounds and Trail Maps – write directions to campgrounds on a large sticky note along with notes, favorite campsites, water availability, etc. You can add the sticky notes to the corresponding pages of the road atlas.
GPS – use one that allows you to input the size of the rig so you can avoid non-horse trailer friendly areas.
Wedge for a Horse Trailer Jack – we carry a wood wedge in our horse trailer in the event we have a flat. Place the wedge under the tire and back the trailer onto the wedge to lift it up enough to change the tire. We have used this in place of a tire jack. We were able to change a flat tire without removing the horses from the trailer. Our wedge is actually a leftover piece of log from our log home.
Double check everything – walk around the truck and trailer and double check everything (hookup, tires, doors, windows, chains, etc.). Don’t assume whoever you are with checked everything.
Public Horse Watering – do not let your horse drink from public horse watering areas. It is one of the easiest way for horses to catch disease and illness from other horses.
Handy Horse Tips
By Charlotte Augustin
Camping Check List
By Sherry Hoover
Malabar to Pleasant Hill
The trail from Malabar State Park to Pleasant Hill is open.
Going from MSP to PHL when you cross over (not to the left) down to the new river crossing to the big field.
Going from MSP to PHL when you cross over (not to the left) down to the new river crossing to the big field.
Carole Kenyon gave a report during the July LCOHC meeting,
on the horse camp & trails at Camp Tuscazoar in Zoarville, OH.
A few details of amenities: $185 for weekend bunkhouse (sleeps 18) with nice kitchen,
11 horse tie line spots.
There are 22 RV electric & water sites – put up your own tie lines.
Camp is located of 77 @ Rt 212.
There is mountain bike traffic on the trails.
Call Carole - (440) 935-1214
on the horse camp & trails at Camp Tuscazoar in Zoarville, OH.
A few details of amenities: $185 for weekend bunkhouse (sleeps 18) with nice kitchen,
11 horse tie line spots.
There are 22 RV electric & water sites – put up your own tie lines.
Camp is located of 77 @ Rt 212.
There is mountain bike traffic on the trails.
Call Carole - (440) 935-1214
American Horse Council
Three sites to look at from this years national meeting:
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP)
https://aaep.org/horse-owners
Good resourse for:
Learn more about a horse health topic
Review equine abuse and neglect resources for both practitioners and law enforcement
Search Get-A-DVM to find an AAEP-member veterinarian in your area
United Horse Coalition
https://unitedhorsecoalition.org/
The United Horse Coalition is committed to helping horses at-risk or in transition
Lots of good resources for beginning and advanced horse owners
The Right Horse Initiative
https://www.therighthorse.org/
The Right Horse Initiative was formed in 2016 with the lofty goal of improving equine welfare through one powerful avenue: increasing adoption. This singular goal unites diverse stakeholders on one common issue, setting aside differences to do what’s best for horses. Matching the right horse with the right person creates safe, long-term placements and enables improvements across the broader spectrum of all equine welfare issues.
Helps you find a horse or place a horse
https://aaep.org/horse-owners
Good resourse for:
Learn more about a horse health topic
Review equine abuse and neglect resources for both practitioners and law enforcement
Search Get-A-DVM to find an AAEP-member veterinarian in your area
United Horse Coalition
https://unitedhorsecoalition.org/
The United Horse Coalition is committed to helping horses at-risk or in transition
Lots of good resources for beginning and advanced horse owners
The Right Horse Initiative
https://www.therighthorse.org/
The Right Horse Initiative was formed in 2016 with the lofty goal of improving equine welfare through one powerful avenue: increasing adoption. This singular goal unites diverse stakeholders on one common issue, setting aside differences to do what’s best for horses. Matching the right horse with the right person creates safe, long-term placements and enables improvements across the broader spectrum of all equine welfare issues.
Helps you find a horse or place a horse
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Wetmore Trail Parking
From Amy O'Neil
We have lost parking at the Wetmore Rd. lot due to the hikers taking over all spots on the weekends.
Parking for trailers is now available at Pine Hollow parking lot on Quick Rd.,
This avoids current road closures.
You cannot come South off of Rt. 303, road is closed between 303 and Truxell.
Use Pine Hollow lot, 5465 Quick Rd. parking lot and trail access.
77 to Wheatley Rd exit,
go East on Wheatley Rd to stop sign at road end,
turn right on Riverview Rd
turn left at 1st road, Bolanz Rd
turn left at next stop sign, Akron Peninsula Rd.
go PAST Wetmore Rd to next road North, turn right on Quick Rd
Pine Hollow lot is on the left, park at East end of lot, lot has 2 entrances,
to access Wetmore Trail, cross Quick Rd at the center of parking lot
Parking for trailers is now available at Pine Hollow parking lot on Quick Rd.,
This avoids current road closures.
You cannot come South off of Rt. 303, road is closed between 303 and Truxell.
Use Pine Hollow lot, 5465 Quick Rd. parking lot and trail access.
77 to Wheatley Rd exit,
go East on Wheatley Rd to stop sign at road end,
turn right on Riverview Rd
turn left at 1st road, Bolanz Rd
turn left at next stop sign, Akron Peninsula Rd.
go PAST Wetmore Rd to next road North, turn right on Quick Rd
Pine Hollow lot is on the left, park at East end of lot, lot has 2 entrances,
to access Wetmore Trail, cross Quick Rd at the center of parking lot
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The Ohio Horseman's Council has your (horse)back
from
The Chronicle
Brad Zahar
The Chronicle-Telegram
June 07, 2019 3:28 PM
With 1,650 miles of bridle trails in over 100 locations, Ohio has a lot to offer those who like to horseback ride. While the riding trails are distributed throughout the state, much of the local real estate available for riding comes thanks to the Ohio Horseman’s Council (OHC).
The OHC, whose motto is “horsemen helping horsemen,” has more than 4,000 members across
70 Ohio counties committed to providing the best trails and experience possible for riders.
Started in 1972, the council began as a grassroots group of trail riders. It partnered with land owners and parks to establish bridle trails locally and statewide.
Penny Passalacqua, President of the Cuyahoga County OHC, works with the Cleveland Metroparks to help improve bridle trail access and maintain great riding in seven of its reservations.
“We want to help men and women care for the Cleveland Metroparks,” said Passalacqua. “We’ve donated money to the trails and help make improvements to their trailheads.”
In addition to Cleveland Metroparks, Passalacqua and the Cuyahoga County OHC work closely with neighboring park systems such as Lorain and Lake counties to help create good trails and conditions for all horse enthusiasts.
“We all enjoy being out in nature,” said Passalacqua.
In the Cleveland Metroparks, a park system associated with the urban area that is Cleveland, there are areas so scenic and remote in nature, it doesn’t feel like you’re in suburban Cleveland.
“We can be on bridle trails and feel like we are in the middle of nowhere,” Passalacqua said.
One of those scenic trail rides took place last weekend as the Cuyahoga County riders hosted a group ride in the South Chagrin Reservation. Beginning at the Polo Fields in Moreland Hills, about 45 showed up to ride about 10 miles through the bridle trails throughout the reservation.
During the riding season, which in Northeast Ohio runs from April to October, OHC chapters have group rides pretty regularly across the 70 chapters in the Buckeye State.
“We love to mentor new riders and new horse owners and have presentations every month to educate,” Passalacqua said. “We are very safety conscious and ride to the skill of those who are least experienced.”
For longtime enthusiasts like Passalacqua, who has ridden over 25,000 miles, riding and being involved with the local riding community is essential to keeping things going into the future.
“We want to pass on good stewardship,” she said. “We have 165 members in the Cuyahoga County chapter, and we always want to help men and women care for the Cleveland Metroparks.”
In Lorain County, the OHC chapter meets on the third Monday of each month at Carlisle Visitor Center in LaGrange. It also has events and rides throughout the area, just like its Cuyahoga County counterpart.
The passion and interest in horses and riding throughout Northeast Ohio is really special. In an area with so many miles of bridle trails and great scenery in the midst of an urban region, caring and collaborating with fellow horse enthusiasts is an important part of a very tight-knit community that plays a large part in preserving and protecting the wonderful resources we have.
The Chronicle-Telegram
June 07, 2019 3:28 PM
With 1,650 miles of bridle trails in over 100 locations, Ohio has a lot to offer those who like to horseback ride. While the riding trails are distributed throughout the state, much of the local real estate available for riding comes thanks to the Ohio Horseman’s Council (OHC).
The OHC, whose motto is “horsemen helping horsemen,” has more than 4,000 members across
70 Ohio counties committed to providing the best trails and experience possible for riders.
Started in 1972, the council began as a grassroots group of trail riders. It partnered with land owners and parks to establish bridle trails locally and statewide.
Penny Passalacqua, President of the Cuyahoga County OHC, works with the Cleveland Metroparks to help improve bridle trail access and maintain great riding in seven of its reservations.
“We want to help men and women care for the Cleveland Metroparks,” said Passalacqua. “We’ve donated money to the trails and help make improvements to their trailheads.”
In addition to Cleveland Metroparks, Passalacqua and the Cuyahoga County OHC work closely with neighboring park systems such as Lorain and Lake counties to help create good trails and conditions for all horse enthusiasts.
“We all enjoy being out in nature,” said Passalacqua.
In the Cleveland Metroparks, a park system associated with the urban area that is Cleveland, there are areas so scenic and remote in nature, it doesn’t feel like you’re in suburban Cleveland.
“We can be on bridle trails and feel like we are in the middle of nowhere,” Passalacqua said.
One of those scenic trail rides took place last weekend as the Cuyahoga County riders hosted a group ride in the South Chagrin Reservation. Beginning at the Polo Fields in Moreland Hills, about 45 showed up to ride about 10 miles through the bridle trails throughout the reservation.
During the riding season, which in Northeast Ohio runs from April to October, OHC chapters have group rides pretty regularly across the 70 chapters in the Buckeye State.
“We love to mentor new riders and new horse owners and have presentations every month to educate,” Passalacqua said. “We are very safety conscious and ride to the skill of those who are least experienced.”
For longtime enthusiasts like Passalacqua, who has ridden over 25,000 miles, riding and being involved with the local riding community is essential to keeping things going into the future.
“We want to pass on good stewardship,” she said. “We have 165 members in the Cuyahoga County chapter, and we always want to help men and women care for the Cleveland Metroparks.”
In Lorain County, the OHC chapter meets on the third Monday of each month at Carlisle Visitor Center in LaGrange. It also has events and rides throughout the area, just like its Cuyahoga County counterpart.
The passion and interest in horses and riding throughout Northeast Ohio is really special. In an area with so many miles of bridle trails and great scenery in the midst of an urban region, caring and collaborating with fellow horse enthusiasts is an important part of a very tight-knit community that plays a large part in preserving and protecting the wonderful resources we have.
Contact Brad Zahar at [email protected]
May/June, 2025 / Volume 65, Number 3
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The Arrowhead program guide is distributed on the third Friday of every other month (February, April, June, August, October and December). The Arrowhead can be found in the Chronicle Telegram, Morning Journal and the Plain Dealer on these Fridays. Arrowheads can also be found at Lorain County Metro Parks nature and visitor centers and at local libraries.
OHC & Ohio Trails Parntership (OTP)
at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus
(Back row: Arden Sims, Kris Green, Tom Green, Jim Wallace. Front row: Mary Alice Kuhn, Don Wagner, Ann Beathard, Cindy Barnett, Catherine Estill, Eric Estill.)
Members of OHC State organization joined with members of Ohio Trails Parntership (OTP) at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus this week to advocate for Ohio trails. The purpose allowed OHC to discuss with senators and representatives in most all our regions to support OHC in its efforts to build and maintain trails as well as preserve the land for horse, bike and hiking trail use. OHC is the largest all volunteer trails group in Ohio and plays an active role in OTP and will continue to participate in future legislative, trails caucuses. Ohio Horseman”s Council members joined with members of Ohio Trails Parntership (OTP) at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus this week to advocate for Ohio trails. The purpose allowed OHC to discuss with senators and representatives in most all our regions to support OHC in its efforts to build and maintain trails as well as preserve the land for horse, bike and hiking trail use. OHC is the largest all volunteer trails group in Ohio and plays an active role in OTP and will continue to participate in future legislative, trails caucuses.
Bob Jackson receives the OHC Merit Award
for his exceptional efforts working with
the Lorain County OHC.
A big round of applause to our very own Bob Jackson for all the hard work and dedication he has committed to helping with trail care and maintenance. He has received special recognition this year from the Ohio Horse Council for his time and commitment. Bob has been a long time member of the Lorain County Horse Council. Over the years he has put countless hours faithfully showing up to help at all the trail maintenance events with his large equipment and great ideas, clearing the paths to help keep us all safe on the trails. Once again, cowboy hats off to Bob and also a big hug to Dee, Bob’s wife, for always supporting Bob in his efforts.
Thank you, Bob.
Thank you, Bob.
2022
OHC Horse Power
Official Publication of Ohio Horseman's Council, Inc.
In the September 2022 issue of Horsemen’s Corral, OHC Horse Power will be included along with your copy of the Corral.
OHC Horse Power covers everything equine including information about the 1,650 miles of Ohio bridle trails OHC has adopted, legislative issues in the horse industry, OHC sponsored youth events, OHC county chapter contacts and much more.
OHC Horse Power covers everything equine including information about the 1,650 miles of Ohio bridle trails OHC has adopted, legislative issues in the horse industry, OHC sponsored youth events, OHC county chapter contacts and much more.
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Horse Power is increased when you partner OHC members with other horse clubs and land managers to achieve goals of mutual interest. You can expect your membership dues to directly support Ohio’s bridle trails as well as other equine-related events to promote the benefits of ownership. We operate on membership dues and there are no paid positions within OHC. Participate in any activities OHC sponsors, or simply enjoy owning your horse and riding the trails. Whichever you chose, your small investment will work for you and your equine friend. I hope I answered your question and see you on the trails, Arden Sims, President Ohio Horseman’s Council, Inc |
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