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23: Pitching In: Why We Forking Love Our Parks
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Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into a not-so-talked-about yet critical issue impacting our parks and equestrian trails: horse manure management. We explore the ecological, health, and political ramifications of leaving horse manure unmanaged and propose a community-driven solution to ensure our parks remain beautiful and accessible for everyone.
What You'll Learn:
- The Importance of 'Leave No Trace' Principles:
- How unmanaged horse manure affects local flora, waterways, and the overall ecosystem.
- The connection between manure management and soil integrity, preventing mud pits and erosion.
- Health Risks Associated with Horse Manure:
- The role of manure in spreading parasites and pathogens among horses.
- The importance of regular cleanup to reduce the risk of disease and improve horse health.
- Political Impact of Manure Management:
- How our actions influence park policies and the availability of trails.
- The responsibility of the equestrian community to maintain good relations with park authorities and the general public.
- Community Pitchfork Initiative:
- Introduction of a new initiative to place community pitchforks at trailer sites for manure management.
- Details on how listeners can get involved and support the initiative.
Resources Mentioned:
- Rochester Trail Riders Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/rochestertrailriders
- Support the cause by purchasing merchandise from our store. All proceeds help fund our community initiatives to keep our trails open and clean.
Call to Action:
- Get Involved: Consider donating a pitchfork or contributing to our cause to help expand our community pitchfork initiative to more parks.
- Spread the Word: Share this episode with other equestrian enthusiasts and park visitors to raise awareness about the importance of manure management.
Subscribe and Follow:
- Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform and follow us on social media to stay updated on future episodes and community projects.
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