Sustainable practices for horse care, stable management, land use and riding.
Reduce your carbon hoofprint
Whether it’s reducing pesticide use, managing manure safely, or keeping your creek water clean and pure, here are dozens of simple, practical, earth-friendly ways in which every horse person can create a healthier environment every day.
Use renewable energy to power your barn
In parks, ride only on equestrian-designated trails
Locate your haystack near your tractor storage to save fuel
Situate outdoor arenas on high ground to prevent flooding
Choose a green alternative to pressure-treated lumber in building projects
Give your horse sustainably grown feed from a local source
Collect rainwater for watering horses and fields
Use or sell composted horse manure
Locate fuel tanks, storage facilities, and manure piles away from all water sources
Implement a workable pasture-management schedule
Replace harsh chemical cleaners with natural alternatives
As in other parts of your life: reduce, reuse and recycle
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