As many of you may be aware, there has been some controversy regarding equestrian use of the private land trails near Salmon Brook Park and McLean Game Refuge. On behalf of the Granby Horse Council, Lee Shaw met with the owners of the property.  She shared with them some history of the use of these trails and how they are used to permit access to both Salmon Brook and Maclean. Lee explained how and why trails or work arounds are created and used. She was able to negotiate a way for equestrians to continue to utilize these trails. The landowners have decided that only Granby Horse Council members will have access to these trails and that riders wishing to use the trails will need to become members of the GHC.  In addition, access to the trails will only be permitted after they have signed a release of liability.  Once this form has been signed, they will be given a pass indicating permission to ride on these privately owned trails. 

GHC is currently working on identifying the specific process by which forms will be signed and passes distributed. 

Many thanks and much appreciation to Lee Shaw for her exceptional efforts in promoting continued access to these beautiful trails.