Grounds Use Guidelines

The Club grounds are located at 140 Ball Road Goshen, MA 01032.  They include two enclosed rings and access to numerous trails in our woods (including the obstacle course) and dirt roads surrounding our property, plus ample parking. Use of the Club grounds is a membership benefit and limited to current club members and guests who accompany them and sign our release form due to insurance requirements.  Click here for a release form, or copies are inside the small white building (secretary’s booth) on a clipboard. Please complete all requested information and sign the form then place in the  “signed release forms” box. There is no charge if the guest is with a current member, but membership in the club is recommended if the guest will be using the grounds frequently.

Grounds are open for use unless otherwise noted on the HCRC calendar. If you expect to utilize the grounds on a regular basis, please contact a Club officer to add it to the Club Calendar.

The Club asks that you respect the grounds and buildings while using them and refrain from driving on grounds or riding in the rings when they are muddy.  Please pickup after your horse and any dogs that may accompany you (and take the doggy bags home!) Note: removal of trees, plant life or wildlife is not permitted.  If any property damage or downed trees are discovered please contact a club officer immediately.

The club takes pride in its beautiful grounds and would like them enjoyed by members for years to come.  We ask that you consider helping with upkeep such as picking up branches, and assisting with building or fence maintenance on our workdays. Thank you for your help in making that possible!

Email Diane Merritt at dianemerritt67@gmail.com if you can spare some time to take on a project!

Trail Ride Expectations

HCRC develops a range of Trail Rides each season that take advantage of the area we live in. Expectations on HCRC rides are based on safety and courtesy to others and have a ‘riding buddy’ in case of emergency.   All riders and their mounts are welcome, but we do ask that you and your equine be in proper condition. A brief description of the length of each ride is included in the Calendar and monthly newsletter.  If you are unsure of the difficulty level of the ride call the contact person ahead of time.

Members participate in Trail Rides at no charge, unless a fee is noted. Guests are welcome for a $10 Guest fee and signature on the HCRC release form. Riders under 18 must have both parents/guardians sign the release. Guests are the responsibility of their Member, in terms of rider and group safety, pace and good company, and the Club having a go-to if any issues arise.

Please review the full list on the Trail Ride Release Form here.