The Roxbury Horse Association was formed during the winter of 1999 in the Town of Roxbury, CT. Its objectives are as follows:

Collaboration among horse owners and equestrians in the Town of Roxbury for
purposes of preserving its rural character:
Roxbury is a uniquely beautiful rural community. Roxbury's rural character, including the presence of open pasture, could be better preserved if the number and size of horse properties could be increased to offset the decline in farming. Horse property development requires larger lots than housing development and creates less tax demand for the Town. To foster more horse properties and keep those that exist , Roxbury benefits from the support of a unified community of Roxbury horse owners and equestrians.

Development of a close community of horse owners and equestrians in the Town of
Roxbury for mutual support in the care and use of the horses:
Horse care is a long-term and significant responsibility. Horse use requires unique knowledge and skills. For optimal horse care and use, Roxbury horse owners and equestrians benefit by sharing their knowledge and providing mutual support.

Creation of a strong and representative lobby group in the Town of Roxbury for
preservation of open space that allows horse access:
Creating a horse friendly community is a daily effort. Routine decisions by town commissions and community officials impact on the realization of this goal. As a united group, who are also tax payers, Roxbury horse owners and equestrians participate in sensitizing these decision- makers regarding the impact of various choices on Roxbury as a place where horses can be safely kept and used.

Partnership with other groups interested in land conservation and trail use,
including other types of trail user groups:
Pleasure-riding trail development is one important way to safeguarding Roxbury's rural character. Residents with horses feel more secure in investing further in their horse property facilities if they believe there is a future for riding here. Roxbury's horse owners who currently have to board their horses outside of Roxbury to have access to trails are encouraged to develop pasture and bring their horses home. Trail access induces other horse owners to develop horse properties here.

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Our officers are:
Jean Kinsella - President
Pam Southworth - Treasurer
Mike Spannaus - Horse Emergency Coordinator
Mimi Martinelli - Trails Development Coordinator
Lorrie Abrams - Trails Use Coordinator

The following documents are available online:
The full RHA Vision Statement and Objectives
Connecticut statutes on horse liability and road-use issues
Manure Composting Guidelines

*****************Our Favorite Links*****************

The Equestrian Land Conservation Resource
Interested in Standard Poodles? Check out Stoney Brook Farm Kennel!
Want to learn more about Connecticut Statutes? Click here.
The American Horse Council