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(updated 7/19/10)

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ASSOCIATION NAME
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT NAME
PHONE NUMBER
E-MAIL
WEBSITE
4-H Country Rebels Mary Delia Ripley 410-798-0732
4-H Therapeutic Riding of Carroll County 4-H Service project providing therapeutic riding for children (age 3 and up) and adults with disabilities. Small group lessons, horse shows and preparation. Volunteers needed. Peggie Roland 410-876-1760 peggier@att.net www.trp4h.org
Allegany County 4-H Youth development. Lacie Ashby 301-724-3320 lashby@umd.edu http://allegany.umd.edu/
Amateur Jousting Club of Maryland Open to riders and non-riders. Maryland Jousting runs from April to September with state Championship. A family sport - all are welcome to learn the Maryland State Sport. Tiffany Ramsey 443-632-7037 tr4hdogs96@hotmail.com http://ajc.psyberia.com
American Brabant Association Preserves and promotes the breed in the U.S. $20.00 a year buys 4 newsletters plus membership, including a breeder list. Karen Gruner 301-631-2222 brabant@ruralheritage.com www.ruralheritage.com/brabant
American Connemara Pony Society Breed association with local chapter (Region III). Regional meetings, events, and an annual show. Marian McEvilly 703-354-0912 clipclop@email.com www.acps.org
American Horse Trials Foundation Non-profit organization assisting 3-Day event riders and organizers in raising tax deductible financial support for national and international competition. National or international level athletes can apply for grants to train or compete. Donna Field 443-262-9555 ahtf@worldnet.att.net www.ahtf3day.org
American University Equestrian Team Zone 4, Region 1 of the IHSA. AU Team rides at WindCrest Farm in Clarksburg with Jeff Becker as their coach. Emi Piez 423-645-8512 aueqteam@gmail.com http://sites.google.com/site/aueqteam/
American Vaulting Association, Butler Vaulters AVA is a non-profit group with more than 100 AVA vaulting clubs and affiliates across the U.S. The Butler Vaulters are Maryland’s homestate club. Becki Hardie 301-977-6600 becki@butlerschool.org www.americanvaulting.org
Annapolis Pony Club Quiz rallies, fun days, clinics, educational opportunities, field trips, and more. Kim Stokes 410-867-1821 happyhillsfarm@hughes.net http://home.comcast.net/~annapolisponyclub/
Arabber Preservation Society Non-profit organization dedicated to the support and preservation of Baltimore’s horse-cart vendors (Arabbers). Dan Van Allen 410-385-1277 cooldanvan@gmail.com www.baltimoremd.com/arabber/
Arabian Horse Association of Delmarva Jennifer Wilson 302-236-2095 jensimagination@earthlink.net www.ahadelmarva.com
Baltimore County 4-H Horse Program The Baltimore County 4-H horse program enables youth ages 8-18 to develop leadership abilities, character to assurme responsibilities and have fun. Nia Imoni Fields 410-666-1025 nfields@umd.edu www.baltimorecounty.umd.edu
Baltimore County Horse Show Association Non-profit organization offering 16 Hunter/Jumper competitions a year along with year end awards. Kim Margiotta 443-841-0563 mmargiokka@comcast.net www.bchsa.org
Barn Buddies 4-H Club 410-835-2363
Bits & Bridles 4-H Horse & Pony Club Vicki & Lynda Bazan 301-831-8715 nazab844@aol.com
Blue Ridge Arabian Horse Association Debra Peebles 301-371-5534 windwood3@aol.com www.4braha.com
Burntwoods Pony Club Youth mounted and unmounted horsemanship education. Eventing, showjumping, dressage, games, polocrosse competitions. Cheryl Resch 301-854-3360 cherylresch@verizon.net burntwoods.ponyclub.org
Caroline County Extension & 4-H Maryland Extension youth development program for all youth ages 5-18. Sharon Pahlman 410-479-4030 spahlman@umd.edu www.caroline.umd.edu
Carroll County Equestrian Council Volunteer based organization that represents all breeds & disciplines. Has provided equine recreation & education since 1984. Works with Carroll Co. Dept of Recreation & Parks. Annual membership $15. Meetings 1st Tues of month at 7:30p in Carroll Co. Office Building Joe Zentgraf 410-386-2103 CCECofMD@yahoo.com www.carrollcountyequestriancouncil.org
Carroll County Western Circuit Open club that promotes English/Western shows, clinics, and trail rides; working towards improving the horse/human relationship through love and commitment. Annual Dues $10-Indiv, $20 Family Lynda Arnold 410-875-2050 Lynda1011@aol.com www.theccwc.com
Carrollton Hounds Juniors through adults, jumping and non-jumping. Fox chasing Sept-March, Wed & Sun. Spring & fall hunter paces. Social gatherings & trail rides. Dulany Noble, MFH 410-429-4965 DulanyN@aol.com  
Catholic University Equestrian Team Competes as part of Zone 4, Region 1 of the IHSA. Emily Goudreau 508-269-9451 81goudreau@cua.edu www.cua.edu
Cecil County Jumper Show Series Offers jumping classes such as Puddle Jumpers, Hopeful, and Schooling Levels I & II. $10/year membership qualifies you for year end awards. JoAnn Kricker 410-392-2242 jkricker@dol.net
Centaurs 4-H Club Membership is on an annual basis: $50 per member or $75 per family. Marcie Barnard 410-461-3985 marcie.barnard@ngc.com http://centaurs4hclub.org/
Central Maryland Jousting Club Mike Virts 301-834-7629
Central Maryland Saddle Club Trail riding club. Single membership: $20/year, family: $30/year. Ed Parlaman 410-552-5729 hosswizard@aol.com
Chesapeake Bay Horse Show Association Offering Hunter, Pleasure, Jumper, Leadline, Beginner through Advanced Equitiation. Members qualify for year end awards: $40/individual membership, $50/family membership. Shows held in MD & DE. Bryan Bradley 410-648-5366 granitesprings@aol.com  
Chesapeake Plantation Walking Horse Club Memberships: $10, Single; $15, Family. Friendly help with all breeds of gaited horses; monthly FREE trail rides, camping, clinics, parades, newsletter w/classifieds. Jacquelyn Cowan 410-923-6157 cpwhclub@yahoo.com http://cpwhclub.wordpress.com/
Chesapeake Pony Club Established in 1959. Part of the USPC, Delmarva region. One of the leading junior equestrian organizations. Teaches riding, horse management and teamwork. Mounted & unmounted meetings, dressage show, jumping, eventing, and mounted games. Linda Williams 443-513-0044 lindawms@comcast.net chesapeake_pony_club.tripod.com
Chesapeake Pony of the Americas Club Nancy Shuster 410-734-6028 mudman21078@yahoo.com
Chesapeake Trail Riding Club Family-oriented not for profit riding club with fundraisers during the year to benefit equine charities. $10/single, $20/family membership. Catherine Peloquin 410-420-7678 cpenguin57@aol.com
Churchville Pony Club Training tomorrows horsemen today. Members of the USPC. Serving Harford and York Counties. Amy Scampton 410-688-1051 amy5111@verizon.com www.churchvilleponyclub.com
Combined Eastern Shore Horse Show Association Show membership only, no individual membership required. For year end points to count: $15 for performance horses/ponies and $10 for equitation riders. Series of English & Western horse shows held on the Delmarva Peninsula. Affialiated with USA Equestrian and MHSA. Myra & Wayne Spencer 410-873-2708 invitefarm@msn.com www.ceshs.org
De La Brooke Foxhounds Foxhunting Club with kennels @ Mt Victoria, MD; professional Huntsman and 40 couple of hounds; Weds, Sats, and every other Mon. Trailride in fall. Six junior hunts a year. Membership area - Charles, St. Mary’s and Calvert Counties (Southern MD). Two hunter paces spring and fall (open to anyone). Guests welcome, contact field secretary. or Masters. Sandra Sweikar, Hon. Field Sec. 301-872-4055 jakedixie@yahoo.com
De La Brooke Pony Club USPC affiliate. Serves Charles and St. Mary's Counties- formed in 1978, about 30 children currently. Benefits are lessons and teamwork- a "happy child on a happy horse.” Jeana Hill 301-373-4771 jeana@protasisinc.com www.delabrookeponyclub.com
Delmarva Driving Club Promotes an interest in and knowledge of horse-drawn vehicles and equines. Organizes drives andother activities. Donna Hurst 302-492-3932 ajustakountrygal@aol.com www.delmarvadrivingclub.com
Eastern Amateur Arabian Horse Show Circuit Promotes purebred and partbred Arabian horses through futurities and competitions. Various membership types $10-$25. Family organization for amateurs. Show entry fees under $10. Fifty+ classes for all ages and seats, year end banquet. Laura Beck 302-424-1828 JCLLBeck@netzero.net www.eaahsc.com
Eastern Region Andalusian Horse Club Mission: to promote harmony and goodwill among the community of Iberian Horses: Andalusians, Spanish, Portuguese, Spanish/Portuguese, and cross-breds through annual shows, clinics, social events, and a regular newsletter. Works to increase public awareness of the Iberian Horse, and the history and traditions of the breed. Jenni Coyle 540-832-7631 membership@erahc.org www.erahc.org
Eastern Shore Jousting Association, Inc. Dues-$5 per year- Established 1970- Appox. 100 members-Hold about 14 jousting tournaments all over the eastern shore and hold educational clinics. All ages from leadline on up Diane Sherwood 410-364-5172
Eastern Welsh Circuit Sally Steinmetz 410-734-4515 rosehavenfarm@comcast.net
Easy Riders 4-H Club Cynthia S. Warner 410-692-5596
Elkridge-Harford Pony Club Formed in 1952. Located in N. Central MD. Meetings, rallies, games, shows, learning horsemanship and horse mastership. Karen Bennett 410-692-0069 karen@spring-field.com http://www.elkridgeharfordponyclub.com/
Equestrian Partners in Conservation (EPIC) Association Formed for the purpose of overseeing a piece of public park land. Created to preserve the equestrian heritage and rural character of Montgomery county. David Tobin 240-498-0473 info@epicmontgomery.org www.epicmontgomery.org
Fair Hill Volunteer Mounted Patrol Unit Located at Fair Hill National Resource Management Area. The Volunteer Mounted Patrol assists park rangers with public education and awareness, raise funds for trail maintenance, help with special events, and patrol park trails. Karen Reynolds 410-392-4454 fairhillvmp@hotmail.com http://fairhillvmp.com
Foal Acquisition Network, Inc. (FANI) & Ladd’s Landing $40 membership fee, but anyone can apply to join the organization’s internet group. FANI acquires Premarin foals and re-homes them. Kim Berger 410-817-4646 info@pmufani.org www.pmufani.org
Formidable Founders Old People’s Riding Club Promotes safe & enjoyable horsemanship through educational activities to anyone over age 21, no matter the discipline. In addition to equine education, offers varied riding opportunities, a wide range of age groups, Western & English, and is not competition. 240-880-8526 info@oprc.uf formidablefounders.oldpeoplesridingclub.org
Foxatday Hounds Marsha Pusey 410-749-2108
Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program Volunteer organization. Enjoy fresh air and friendships. Come volunteer as grooms, horse leaders, or side walkers. Bring a friend, make new friends. See the joy and pride in our clients. No horse experience necessary. Volunteers must be 14 years of age. Help Frederick county disabled citizens to enjoy freedom on horseback. Debbie Endlich 301-898-3587 fc4htrp@aol.com www.fc4htrp.org
Frederick Pony Club Founded in 1962. PC grounds at Moxley Field in Ijamsville. Meetings, rallies, fun days, quiz bowls. Sissy Fleming 301-293-2225 fpc-fleming@comcast.net http://frederick.ponyclub.org
Free State Appaloosa Horse Club Promotes the Appaloosa breed and supports its owners and trainers. Membership dues $15-individual, $25- family. David Kessler 410-922-2694 drkessler@comcast.net www.geocities.com/freeappy/
Free State Riding Club English classes, some jumping & Western & Youth classes. Shows for young riders & horses or riders wanting a fun relaxing place to show. Nancy Johnson 301-805-9385 info@freestateridingclub.org www.freestateridingclub.org
Friends of the Woodstock Equestrian Park A not-for-profit organization promoting private-public partnership in promoting equestrian facilities and trails at Woodstock Equestrian Park. Lydia McClain 301-765-9270 Lydiabotan@aol.com www.equestrianpark.org
Fugawee Trail Riders Harry Desmond 410-848-7643 irishdez@aol.com
George Washington University Equestrian Team Competes in Zone 4, Region 1 of the IHSA. GWU team rides out of Tulip Pond Farm in Poolesville under the instruction of coach Daphne Boogaard. Daphne Boogaard 301-977-6767 tulippond@aol.com www.gwu.edu
Glen Hollow Pony Club Founded in 1998. Most members are from the Westminster and S. PA. area. Weekly lessons and involved in regional activities. Debbie & Megan McGrain 717-359-9703 dkmcgrain@embarqmail.com http://www.eteamz.com/GlenHollowPonyClub/
Goucher College Equestrian Team Competes as part of Zone 4, Region 1 of the IHSA. College has barn and equestrian facility on campus and ride under the instruction of head coach Patte Zumbrun. Patte Zumbrun 410-337-6247 pzumbrun@goucher.edu www.goucher.edu
Granite Pony Club GPC is located in Howard county. Most members ride at Sunset Hill Farm. Susan & Brittany Meyer 410-465-1930 susan_meyer@hcpss.org  
Great Falls Vaulting Club Jennifer Williams 301-317-7964 greatfallsvaulters.weebly.com/
Green Spring Hounds Pony Club Formed in 1958, this Pony Club competes in the Maryland Regional Tetrathlon at Shawan Downs. Membership is the Glyndon/Green Spring Valley Hunt territory area. Pamela Stocksdale 410-374-1976 pamjs313@gmail.com
Green Spring Valley Hounds Edward Halle 410-472-3382 nedhalle@aol.com gsvhounds.com
Harford Horse Shows Association Promotes and sponsors horse shows, clinics, and special horse related events for its members, families and friends. Offers performance and equitation classes, 15 competitions per year, and year end awards. Ind. $35 Family $45 Michele Palmieri 410-218-5354 Michele_Palmieri@ars.aon.com www.hhsamd.org
Heritage Equestrian Association   Nancy Saylor 301-898-5017 mikecadd@aol.com
Hood College Equestrian Team Competes in Zone 4, Region 1 of the IHSA. The team rides under the instruction of co-head coaches Lisa Mitchell, and Karen Fenwick, owner of North Fork School of Equitation. Lisa Mitchell 301-663-3131 mitchelll@hood.edu www.hoodathletics.com/sports/equest/index
Hoofbeat 4-H Saddle Club Meetings are held the 2nd Monday of every month at 7 pm at the Carroll County Ag Center in Westminster, MD. Dues are $10. There is no August meeting. 4-H is open to all. Kathleen & Andrea Drzewianowski 410-848-0731 kadski4h@qis.net
Horse ‘'N' Around 4-H Montgomery county Youth club for kids 8-18 who love horses. Emphasis on knowledge and care of horses. Active in community service projects. Fun and chance for competition with or without horses. Holly Hamilton 301-509-8478 silverho@aol.com http://groups.google.com/group/4hhorseclub
Howard County Farm Bureau, Inc. Promotes and protects Maryland agriculture and rural life. County membership dues: $60 per year. Merhlyn Barnes 410-489-4465 merhlynbarnes@aol.com
Howard County Horse Shows Association Year-end awards and Medal Finals, newsletters, various events. Hunter, Pleasure, Equitation and Jumper shows in Howard, Montgomery, Carroll and Frederick counties. Mary Anne Steele 301-924-2467 ma.steele@verizon.net www.hchsa.net
Howard County Pony Club Member of USPC. One of the leading Jr. Equestrian organizations in the world. Not necessary for child to own pony/horse but must have access to one when needed. Opportunities offered in Dressage, eventing, show jumping, mounted games and others. During unmounted meetings members learn about horse management. Ages 7-21 are invited. Laura Wider ljwider@yhaoo.com http://howardcounty.ponyclub.org
Howard County Youth Horse Show Series Schooling show classes ranging from English Equitation, to Western Pleasure, to Trail, held at Schooley Mill Park and the Howard Co. Fairgrounds. Fundraises for 4-H. Pam Gilmer 301-580-3393 barnswallow5@aol.com
Howard County-Iron Bridge Hounds http://www.hcibhounds.com
International Side Saddle Organization Offers publications, clinics, year-end awards (including novice & youth), online forum, quarterly magazine, and information on show regulations. Our library has the largest sidesaddle holdings in the world, offering inter-library loan of hard-to-find and out of print volumes. 918-685-0072 info@sidesaddle.com www.sidesaddle.com
Iron Bridge Hounds Pony Club Members from Montgomery and Howard counties, ages 10-21. Participate in quizzes, mounted games, dressage, combined training, show jumping, and lessons. Rumsey Keefe 301-260-1969 timandrumsey@yahoo.com http://ironbridgehounds.ponyclub.org/
Jolly Circle Horse Club Brian Turley 410-761-5812
Kent County 4-H Horse Program Kent County Bits & Bridles 4-H club has no membership fees. Benefits inlcude research-based knowledge from the University of Maryland, comraderie, and fun! Beth Hill 410-778-1661 emshill@umd.edu www.equinestudies.umd.edu
Lehigh Riding Club Hunter/Jumper shows in Westminster. Beverly Abbott 410-756-6057 lehighridingclub@yahoo.com www.stableandarena.com/lehigh
League of Maryland Horsemen LOMH was founded in 1950 and now consists of over 900 members. Hosts shows, trail rides, etc. Toni Klos 443-255-1560 LOMHSecretary@yahoo.com http://www.lomh.net/
Linthicum 4-H Hi Riders Fun, equine-focused 4-H group for youth 8-18 providing educational opportunities including horse bowl, horse judging, hippology & field trips. Host 5 open horse shows a year and have year-end banquet. Horse ownership is not required. Annual Dues $30. Donna Umberger 410-760-4148 theresawilliams@gmail.com www.linthicum4hhiriders.org
Long Green Pony Club Laura Jenifer 410-665-1714 ljenifer@cherryjeniferlaw.com http://longgreenponyclub.tripod.com
Marlborough Hunt Club, Inc. Foxhunting club. Katherine Kelly Cawood MFH 410-268-6969 cawoodlaw@hotmail.com
Marlborough Pony Club Sandra Wiseman 301-627-8248 wisemanst@aol.com http://marlborough.ponyclub.org
Maryland 4-H Foundation Amanda Clougherty 301-314-7835 akbrown@umd.edu www.mymaryland4hfoundation.com
Maryland Arabian Horse Association MAHA membership open to everyone. It offers trail rides, clinics, special events, monthly newsletter. Ann Robinson 301-888-1312 randaaf@yahoo.com www.marylandarabian.com
Maryland Association for the Preservation of Equestrian Sports (MAPES) Non- profit organization to aid in the preservation of equestrian sports and the pursuit thereof; to encourage and support educational programs concerning issues and topics of importance in equestrian sports; to encourage the exchange of information and ideas between specialized fields of equestrian sports. $25/yr. Sandra R. Crow 301-627-5315 Lurchers03@aol.com
Maryland Association for Wildlife Conservation Albert J.A. (Jay) Young 410-557-6203 jay@lawbrown.com
Maryland Association of Equine Practitioners Veterinarians in horse practice. Peter F. Radue, DVM 301-829-2170
Maryland Combined Training Association Individual-$30 Family-$35-Benefits include reduced rates on clinics, year-end event, special trophies, awards and trophies. Infromative mailings and new friends with a shared interest. Ami Howard 410-877-7690 ahoward152@msn.com www.mdcta.com
Maryland Council for Special Equestrians, Inc. 410-418-4300
Maryland Council of Equestrian Therapies MCET was formed in 1987 to provide a statewide forum for the exchange of ideas, skills, information, experiences and resources relating to all aspects of Therapeutic equine activities. Membership: $25 Mary Shunk 410-239-1998 mstheretreat99@gmail.com
Maryland Draft & Mule Association Neil Parish 443-506-7750 www.mddrafthorseandmule.com
Maryland Dressage Association MDA’s Mission: 1) Encourage, promote, educate, and participate in the art of classical dressage on a local, state, and national level; 2) Promote good sportsmanship among MDA members, friends, and other associations; 3) Provide a means of association for those interested in the art of dressage. Memberships: Lifetime - $375, Patron - $20, Junior - $30, Senior - $35, Family - $30 + $17/person. Jill Blackburn 410-836-3559 philjill@juno.com www.marylandressage.org
Maryland Equestrian Foundation/ Rosaryville Conservancy Dorothy Troutman 301-627-1327 dorothytroutman@aol.com
Maryland Farm Bureau To promote and protect Maryland agriculture and rural life. 410-922-3426 http://www.mdfarmbureau.com
Maryland Farriers Assocation The MFA is local chapter number 8 of the American Farriers Association. It was started by central Maryland farriers with the idea of promoting unity and continuing education within the farrier community serving Maryland and surrounding states.     marylandfarriers@yahoo.com http://www.marylandfarriersassociation.com/home
Maryland FFA Foundation A 501(c)(3) organization supporting the Maryland FFA program in order to contribute to the professional and personal development of Maryland youth. Ronald J. Seibel 240-463-9829 rjseibel@erols.com www.mdffafoundation.org
Maryland Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative Coalition Promotes voluntary and technical assistance on grazing lands and pastures. Members have access to pasture walks and technical workshops on pasture and land management. Elmer M. Dengler 443-482-2922
Maryland Harness Horse Owners & Breeders Association William Leager 410-758-2919
Maryland Horse and Pony Show 410-591-8993 www.marylandhorseandponyshow.com
Maryland Horse Breeders Association Breeder/Owner Membership - $100; Associate Membership - $50, includes subscription to Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred magazine, automatic NTRA membership, and other discounts. Formed in 1929, approximately 725 members. Cricket Goodall 410-252-2100 cricket@marylandthoroughbred.com www.marylandthoroughbred.com
Maryland Horse Council   Margaret Rizzo 301-502-8929   www.mdhorsecouncil.org
Maryland Horse Shows Association Founded in 1932, one of the oldest, continuous horse show associations in the U.S. Goal is to provide the latest news and information regarding rated shows throughout the region and to foster horsemanship, competitive riding, and equitable rules while promoting the welfare of horses & ponies. Affiliate member of USHJA. Beverly Abbott 410-259-2575 secretary@mdhsa.org www.mdhsa.org
Maryland Jockey Club 410-578-4458 ceverly@marylandracing.com www.marylandracing.com
Maryland Jousting Tournament Association Promotes the sport of jousting as a family sport, where members of all ages may compete. Makes efforts to keep alive the quaint, colorful, ancient traditions of the Age of Chivalry associated with the sport. Dicki Betts 410-795-5067 www.geocities.com/marylandjousting/
Maryland Polo Club Call 410-557-6448 for schedule of games or information on learning how to play polo. Art Gompf 410-557-6448 marylandpolo.com
Maryland Pony Breeders, Inc. Formed in 1953, making it the oldest pony breeding organization in the US. Memberships: Sr. $15, Family $20, Jr. $10, Members recieve bi-monthly newsletter, annual color directory, eligibility for High Score awards, Awards banquet, meetings, informational seminar. Holds one 2-day show each year at the Bel Air Equestrian Center. Tiz Benedict 410-728-8732 mbenedic65@aol.com www.marylandponybreeders.org
Maryland Pony of the Americas Club Devoted to the development of youth riders. Offering shows with various class types, including open classes which allow non-member participation. Members qualify for year-end awards. Beverly Tabor 410-734-4197 beverly@mdpoac.com www.mdpoac.com
Maryland Rough Riders Frances Kinnamon 410-482-2176 rosemarykg@aol.com www.tuckahoeequestriancenter.net
Maryland Saddle Association MSA creates a supportive learning environment where riders, regardless of age, skill level, gender, and physical and mental ability, can reach their potential as capable and competent eqestrians. MSA seeks to reach out to all segments of our diverse community, and bring together, under uniform rules, people sharing a mutual interest in the showing of all types of horses. Formed in 1962. Holds shows at PGEC. Nicki Hayden 301-758-6535 MSA_Board@mdsaddle.com www.mdsaddle.com
Maryland State Quarter Horse Association Our purpse is to improve and promote the American Quarter Horse breed and stimulate the sale, breeding, exhibition, general use and enjoyment of the Quarter Horse. Sandy Brewer 410-531-1250 SandBrewer@aol.com
Maryland Steeplechase Association For the preservation and promotion of development of steeplechase racing in Maryland through the organization of the annual Governor’s Cup Series. the Jonathan Kiser Memorial Endowment Fund and Scholarship and other programs. 410-489-7826 www.marylandsteeplechasing.org
Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association Non-profit organization that services trainers and owner-trainers in Maryland. Wayne Wright 410-265-6842 info@mdhorsemen.com www.mdhorsemen.com
Maryland Western Horse Association Promotes interest in horses, horsemanship, and horseback riding as a recreational activity, and encourages and facilitates the training of horses in the state of MD. Open to all breeds, many disciplines offered at shows. Classes for all ages and skill levels. Memberships- Family: $20, Individual: $10, Youth: $7 Heidi Kern 443-848-1924 mwhaheidi@yahoo.com www.mwha.org
Mason-Dixon Miniature Horse Association Serves both youths & adults in all aspects of Miniature Horse ownership. Provides fun, safe & educational atmosphere, focusing on Miniature Horse conformation & showmanship. Halter, trail, jumping, driving. Kelly Drechsler 410-596-4407 rkdrechsler@aol.com
Mason-Dixon Paso Fino Horse Association Offering parades, clinics, drill teams, shows, and trail rides. Classes for all ages at local and national shows. Lisa Gorsuch 410-848-9532 middlefieldfarm@verizon.net www.masondixonpfha.org
Mayberry Hunt Club Hunts out of Taneytown. Gil Abbott 410-751-1366
Mid Atlantic Tennessee Walkng Horse Association Organization for people who own, ride, or admire the Tennessee Walking Horse. Founded on the following principles: sound horses, fair competition, and publilc education. Memberships: Individual ($20), Family ($30), and Youth ($15). Maria Perez 866-424-5347 springvalley96@gmail.com www.matwha.com
Mid-Atlantic Lipizzan Association Purpose: to promote the Lipizzan breed on a regional level, to educate the public about this noble breed and to encourage Lipizzan owners to participate in equestrian events. Melanie Adams 410-296-2877 madams8550@aol.com http://malalipizzan.tripod.com
Mid-Atlantic Morgan Horse Club Sponsors Youth of the Year award at Mid-Atlantic horse show in June at Virginia Horse Park in Lexington VA . Nationally affiliated with the American Morgan Horse Association Youth. Cathy Altomare 301-293-2345 alto5@msn.com  
Mid-Atlantic Saddlebred Association Promotes the use of American Saddlebreds in all disciplines, as well as the breeding of part American Saddlebred sport horses. Diane Hauslein 703-525-9238 hauslein@nti.org
Middletown Valley Beagles James Farber, Sr. 301-371-5325 gonaway@adelphia.net
Morgan Midgets Youth Group Youth group comprised of students & members of Sweet Rock Stables and the American Morgan Horse Youth Association. Roxann Baldwin 410-374-3870 swtrck@qis.net www.morganhorse.com
Mount Airy Saddle Pals Annual dues $15. All breed organization hosting trail rides and quarterly meetings Patti Lee Mathes 301-253-4391 dmathes105@aol.com
Mount Carmel Hounds Foxhunting club. Carl Shaffer 410-343-0595
Mount St. Mary’s Riding Club & Team Competes as part of Zone 4, Region 1 of the IHSA. Team rides under the instruction of head coach Janis Groomes. Elizabeth Holtry 301-447-5308 holtry@msmary.edu www.msmary.edu
Mountain Top Saddle Club, Inc. Holds competitions at the Garret County Fairgrounds in McHenry Sandra Savage 301-387-4550
Mounted Games Across America, Inc. MGAA is a non-profit, all volunteer organization devoted to playing, promoting, and teaching the discipline of mounted games. Membership: $25/individual, $40/family. Stacey Calhoun 410-489-4055 calhouns@hotmail.com www.mountedgames.org
Mounted Wanderers 4-H Horse & Pony Club English and western open show circuit at Oak Ridge Park in Hughesville. Kim Gladwell 301-375-7511 mw4hclub@verizon.net www.mw4hclub.com
Mt Top Wagon Train Association Mary VanSickle 301-746-8257
My Lady’s Manor Driving Club Offers a variety of clinics and events to help you get started driving, and diverse acitivities to continue your interest. Our events cover a range of different tastes and levels which can be casual or formal, relaxing or challenging. From pleasure and picnic drives to international-caliber competitive events; our members do it all. Chris Owsianiecki 410-374-5096 finallymarooned@aol.com www.mlmdc.org
National Capital Adult Equestrian League The league provides an opportunity for adult riders to be a viable part of a team, promote the art of equitation, foster competition and camaraderie, as well as encourage social functions centered around equestrian activities. Good sportsmanship and a no stress competiton atmosphere are emphasized. Laura Johnson 301-627-9088 wbcoachlaura@yahoo.com www.ncelaffiliates.com
National Capital Short Stirrup Equestrian League The league provides an opportunity for junior riders to be a viable part of a team, promote the art of equitation, foster competition and camaraderie, as well as encourage social functions centered around equestrian activities. Good sportsmanship and a no stress competiton atmosphere are emphasized. Emily Merkel 301-661-6453 www.ncelaffiliates.com
National Capitol Equitation League Equitation competition - teams from area riding schools participate in a series of round robin meets patterned after the Intercollegiate leagues. Points earned by each rider are cumulative throughout the year for the team. Limit of 12 teams per league. Registration is $225 per team. Laura Johnson 443-995-0981 wbcoachlaura@yahoo.com www.ncel.us
National Steeplechase Association, Inc. Membership fees-Regular-$150 General Admission, Member Pin Patron$500-Parking Pass, voting rights, annual yearbook, pins. Peter D. McGivney 410-392-0700 info@nationalsteeplechase.com www.nationalsteeplechase.com
New Market-Middletown Valley Hounds Fox chasing, great tail gates, parties, terrier races, hound shows, and more. Bonnie Kepner 301-582-2686 bonskep@aol.com www.nm-mvh.com
North American Point-to-Point Association Dedicated to preserving and promoting the sport of steeplechase racing for all ages. Regina Welsh 410-329-3749 reginawelsh@msn.com www.NAPTP.com
North American Shetland Pony Society Promotes the preservation of the traditional Shetland pony, with substance, soundness, and suitability for all ages. Members ($25/single; $35/family) are eligible for point awards with both SPSNA and Maryland Pony Breeders, clinics, futurities. Laurie Donaldson 717-993-3775 shetlandponysociety@hotmail.com www.shetlandponysociety.org
Pasadena Horse & Pony Association Family(3 or more) membership $25 yearly, Single membership $15 yearly 2 persons $20 yearly. Scott Raymond 410-360-2050 www.pasadenahorse.org
Peninsula Dressage Association Chapter of PVDA Jenny Mlyniet 443-359-8449 peninsuladressage.wordpress.com/
Penn-Marydel Welsh Pony & Cob Society Louise Gill 410-692-9352 louisenice@aol.com
Plantation Driving Club Club organizes and sponsors activities such as pleasure and picnic drives, clinics, video meetings, trips to competitions, and visits to local harness makers shops. Susan Kreckman 301-751-8991 skreckman_PDC@verizon.net www.plantationdrivingclub.org
Plantation Walking Horses of Maryland Join for a trail ride, clinic, demo, or show. Members eligible for versatility and high point awards, receive monthly newsletter, monthly club meetings, often with guest speakers, participation in parades and hands-on clinics, friendly help and fun. Specialize in gaited horses, but all breeds welcome. Dues are $15 for Individual, $20 for Family. Louise Semancik 410-329-3940 corbettmanorfarm@yahoo.com www.pwhm.net
Potomac Hunt Club Formed in 1931. Provides foxchasing activities and has social functions for all members. Dues Skip Crawford, II MFH 301-972-7621 vickiskip@intairnet.com www.potomachunt.org
Potomac Pony Club Program for youth teaching riding, mounted sports, and the care of horses & ponies, thereby developing responsibility, moral judgment, leadership and self-confidence. Offers riding lesson programs, educational meetings, and follows the USPC curriculum. Elizabeth Kenten 301-916-6171 kenten@mac.com potomac.ponyclub.org
Potomac Valley Dressage Association Member benefits include many schooling shows, recognized shows, clinics, scholarships, awards, newsletters and special youth programs. Established 1964 approx. 1200 members. Shari Packard 301-498-4972 membership@pvda.org www.pvda.org
Prettyboy Hunt Club Baltimore/Carroll counties Kathy Powder 717-227-1729
Queen Anne’s County Cooperative Extension 4-H For 4-H members, ages 5-18 years. Volunteer leaders, agricultural community - adult horse owners, nutrient management plans and pasture information for horse owners. Christine Johnston 410-758-0166 cjohnstn@umd.edu http://extension.umd.edu/local/QueenAnnes/
Reber Hounds Edwin R. Fry 410-778-2372 edfry@baybroadband.net
Redland Hunt Pony Club Founded in 1958. Organization for youths 6-25 teaching riding, mounted sports, horse management, and equestrian knowledge. Most activities occur in and around Sandy Spring and Olney in Montgomery county. Margaret Cowan 301-854-0278 deercreekfarm@mac.com www.rhpc.org
Rolling Hills Ranch Pony Club Renee Luther 410-378-3817 reneeluther@netzero.net www.rollinghillsranch.org
Rose Hill Carriage Society $10 Non-horse owner, $20 Individual, $30 Family Membership. Membership in this organization in this organization is open to those interested in the furtherance of driving. The purpose of this organizaiton is to provide education about carriages and driving and to pormote good fellowship among those interested in driving. Mary Ann & Fred Scire 301-293-3065
Rough Riders Horsemen Mission: to spread love, education, and enjoyment of horses everywhere we go. Darin Coleman 240-731-8133 roughriderspresident@yahoo.com www.roughridershorsemen.bravehost.com
Saddle Gals & Guys Equestrian Drill Team $20/year membership. Perform synchronized drills to music at fairs, shows, horse events, and parades. Patti Lee Mathes 301-253-4391 dmathes105@aol.com
Saddle Tramps 4-H Club Brenda Wotring 301-334-1438
Saddles & Stirrups 4-H June Porter 301-432-2786
Seneca Valley Pony Club Local affiliate of the USPC. Teaches riding, horse knowledge, and horse management to young riders. Sponsors 2 USEA-recognized horse trials a year. Ann Adams 301-540-9250 info@senecavalleyponyclub.com www.senecavalleyponyclub.org
Shady Knoll Farm Our purpse is to improve and promote the American Quarter Horse breed and stimulate the sale, breeding, exhibition, general use and enjoyment of the Quarter Horse. Sandra Brewer 410-531-1250 SandBrewer@aol.com
Shenandoah Valley Pony Club Part of the Capital Region Pony Club. Amber Baughman 301-842-3301  
Shore Dressage Chapter of PVDA Chapter members must be paid PVDA members. Benefits include newsletters, clinics, lectures, demonstrations, schooling shows. Year end awards, fun! Deri Jeffers 757-302-0224 deripiaffe@aol.com http://shoredressage.tripod.com/
Southern Maryland Horse Association Committed to promoting horsemanship, sportsmanship and the betterment of the equestrian sport. Caters to novice rider and green horse, promoting FUN while learning to show. Year end awards; english, western, jumpers, conformation/model, saddleseat, trail. Mari Douglas Kehrig 410-257-1662 smhahorseshow@aol.com www.smhahorseshow.com
Southern Maryland Quarter Horse Association To promote the American Quarter Horse breed. Membership dues: $20-individual, $30-family, $5-youth. Dee Hancock 301-932-2708 dhancock@charlescountychamber.org www.smqha.org
Southern Maryland Trail Riders Family oriented non-competitive trail riding and camping with horses. $30 annual family membership, $20 individual. Mary Hare 301-934-3453 mary_qbhi@yahoo.com http://smtr.us/
St. Augustine Pony Club USPC member. Holds horse trials in Chesapeake City. Learn all about horses, make new friends, and have fun! Bonnie Shriner 302-376-1077 bonnie@staugustineponyclub.com www.staugustineponyclub.com
St. Margaret’s Pony Club Field trips, meeting, horse shows, camps, jousting, rallies. USPC member. Valerie Levin 410-703-8937 valyrtt@verizon.net www.stmargarets.ponyclub.org
St. Mary’s College of Maryland Equestrian Team Hunt seat equitation team competing in the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Zone 4 Region 1. Jacqueline Falkowski-Schmitter 240-298-2576 jacqueline_falkowski_schmitter@yahoo.com www.smcm.edu
Standardbred Pleasure Horse Org. Breed organization affiliated with the U.S. Trotting Association. Jane Warrington 410-648-5850
The Educated Horsemen Three-fold mission: (1) Training, (2) Horsemanship, (3) Education. Holds 3 trail competitions a year. Ray Parker 202-421-4804 theeducatedhorsemen@yahoo.com  
Thoroughbred Racing Association For member racetracks. 410-392-9200 www.tra-online.com
Tidewater Pony Club Eliza Smith 410-476-0446 smithc585@aol.com
Trails & Tails Promote safe horsemanship and education, exchange ideas and knowledge. Enjoy horses and horse people with varying interests and knowledge and experience. Formed in 2003, serves Frederick County. Debra Peebles 301-371-5534 windwood3@aol.com
Tri-State Trotters 4-H Club 4-H Club centered in Cecil County Bryan Bradley 302-373-3008 granitesprings@aol.com
Tri-State Walking Horse Association Sandra Busico
TROT Trail Riders of Today - TROT is dedicated to the preservation of existing equestrian trails and the establishment of new trails in Maryland. Membership: $20/yr. Annual Judged Pleasure Ride, trail clearing projects, and group trail rides. Jeanne Bond 410-275-1858 TrotMembers@hotmail.com http://trot-md.org/
Tuckahoe Equestrian Center Non-profit foundation promoting all equestrian activities such as trail riding, driving, 4-H, jousting, and parades. Memberships ($15/individual, $25/family) include camping at Tuckahoe EC, monthly rides, and speakers at meetings. Also offers “Buckaroo Club” for youth. Paul McMullen 410-482-2176 www.tuckahoeequestriancenter.net
Tuckahoe Pony Club Delmarva Region of the USPC. Ride out of Worthmore Eq. Ctr. in Worton, near Chestertown. Anne Singer 410-778-6944 www.tuckahoe.ponyclub.org
UMBC Equestrian Club Club is open to all interested students of UMBC. Tryouts for the IHSA team.       www.umbc.edu/studentlife/orgs/equestrian
United States Naval Academy Equestrian Team Competes as part of Zone 4, Region 1 of the IHSA. Eric Bowman ebowman@usna.edu www.usna.edu
United States Pony Club - Capital Region Karen Tilley 301-540-8185 thuntllc@aol.com capitalregion.ponyclub.org
United States Pony Club - Maryland Region Kimberly Cranford 410-286-0997 marylandregion.ponyclub.org
University of Maryland Equestrian Team Competes in Zone 4, Region 1 of the IHSA. Team rides out of Waredaca in Laytonsville with Blair Conard (coach/instructor) and Katherine Rizzo (instructor) Colleen Woolheater 301-405-1000 Equiterps@gmail.com www.studentorg.umd.edu/umet
Up County Horse Shows - UpCo USHSA affiliate organization. Jo-Ann Schaudies 301-972-8800 jas@surmont.com www.upcohorseshow.com
US Hunter Jumper Association Zone 3 National affiliate for hunter and jumper riders. Mary Johnston 301-208-0200 www.ushja.org
US Polo Assoc Eastern Circuit James H. Burton III 301-717-7161 jimburton@USPAEasternCircuit.com www.USPAEasternCircuit.com
Wakefield Valley Pony Club Mission: to develop and encourage a knowledge of horsemanship including horse care and fair and friendly competition. Offering youth rallies, monthly meetings, access to group lessons for members only. Annual Dues $125 Shelley Sturtz 410-790-9463 dssturtz@verizon.net www.wakefieldvalley.ponyclub.org
Washington Bridle Trails Association Hunter/Jumper shows held at Meadowbrook Stables in Chevy Chase. Memberships: Single/$35, Fam/$45. Members are qualified for year end awards and receive $5 discount on class prices at shows. Catherine Cullen 301-652-3423 wbtashows@gmail.com www.wbtahorseshows.org
Western Maryland Jousting Club $5.00 each per year. Membership and voting rights with the association. A voice in the association. Leon Enfield 301-834-7488
Wicomico Hunt Annual Dues: $450 Single, $700 Family, $225 Inter. (18-24yrs College Students), $100 Jr. (under 17yrs), $100 Social (non-hunting) Membership includes unlimited hunting on the Delmarva Peninsula Gayle Cayce 302-436-6011 grc51@msn.com www.wicomicohunt.com
Windy Knoll Horsemen, Inc. Membership: Individual $10, Couples $15, Families $25. Based on calendar year. Includes newsletter mailings of club activities, private use of Windy Knoll Showgrounds in Crownsville, notification of judged & pleasure trail rides & discounts thru the year. Dan Dickerson 410-544-4056 windykfarm@aol.com www.riva.net/WKH

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