
About
Upon realizing the complex disconnects that exist between equestrians, park personnel and other user groups, I began writing and educating with the goal of creating safer trails and a better understanding of recreational equestrian trail riders and their simple, yet unique needs. I have presented at the following park conferences:
​Great Lakes Park Training Institute
February 2025
February 2026 (upcoming)
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​The Park Ranger Institute - Board Member since 2015
North Carolina
January 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2022
April 2022,
March 2023, 2024, 2025
January 2026 (upcoming)
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COSA (Colorado Open Space Alliance) Vail, Colorado 2020
(Cancelled due to Covid)
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American Trails International Symposium
Portland, Oregon 2015
Syracuse, New York 2019
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Ohio Parks and Recreation Conference
Columbus, Ohio 2012
Atlanta, Georgia 2011
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Contributing Writer
American Trails
Horse Trails of America
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Articles Featured in:
AERC - 2021 Endurance News
Connecticut Horse Council - 2021 Spring/Summer Newsletter
Endurance.Net - 2019 E-newsletter
Wisconsin Horse Council - 2015 Newsletter
Toledo Area Bike Club - Newsletter 2011
LA County Trails - County website
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Other Contributions:
Chewy.com (Interview for article by Katie Navarra Bradley)
Late Night Riders Podcast with Ramm Fence 2018
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Photo by Art Weber
2001 Ranger Led Trail ride - Oak Openings Preserve


I have been a dedicated trail rider and horse owner since 1986, and what a journey it has been! I've had the joy of riding, starting, and re-schooling a variety of breeds across so many exciting disciplines. In my spare time, I dive into photography, writing, and all things outdoors—trail riding, cycling, kayaking, hiking, camping (with and without my horses), cross-country skiing, and I even craft unique horsehair keepsakes. I'm on a mission to cycle every rail-trail in the United States and dream of completing a long distance thru-hike or horseback ride. Right now, my trail companions include a 2018 model, roany, Tennessee Walker gelding, and 2013 model, black, Morgan cross gelding.
I have been committed to developing safe trails for all trail users since 1989. My experience spans various natural resource positions, such as conservation, maintenance, and a twenty-five-year tenure as a law enforcement ranger. Standing out as one of the rare equestrian trail specialists, I have profound insight into recreational equestrian trail rider requirements, backed by hands-on expertise in:
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best practice horse keeping
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community involvement
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law enforcement issues and strategies
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equestrian needs & challenges on trails
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equine behavior
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mounted patrol operations
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multiuse trail issues and conflict resolution
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natural resource management
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programming
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trail riding
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trail standards, planning and maintenance in natural areas
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trail use patterns
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volunteerism - oversight, standards, scope
In addition to thirty-seven years in the field, I earned a Bachelor of Science in environmental studies/resource management and an associate degree in equestrian studies. Work, education and personal experience have woven together seamlessly to create a uniquely qualified, neutral horse trail expert and consultant.
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