Bay Country Riding

Check out our Spring 2026 Newsletter! Learn about our latest trail projects, events, and safety updates. Click the link below to read more:https://ectaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ECTA_Newsletter_2026_Spring_SinglePage.pdf

Equestrians, how can you help reduce conflict on trails? Move to the right side of the trail when approaching others and stay to the right around turns. Remember, your horse may be another trail users' introduction to horses. Be friendly and understanding!

Visit our website, www.ectaonline.org, for our updated Trail Safety Guidelines.

Greenbelt - Essex County's Land Trust, Bay Circuit Trail and Greenway, Munroe Velo Bike Shop, New England Running Company, North Shore NEMBA, Boxford Trails Association/ Boxford Open Land Trust (BTA/BOLT, Inc), Cape Ann Trail Stewards, Manchester Essex Conservation Trust, Appleton Farms, North Shore Equestrian Association

Happy (very) late spring! With all the energy going into creating the future BCR homestead, we’ve been a bit quiet online but not in the saddle! We’re still enjoying beautiful rides and fun lessons. As summer approaches, I’m planning some cross-country schooling and off-property hacks… stay tuned! In the meantime, enjoy these snapshots of the fun we’ve had. Summer adventures await!

Thank you!!!

Hacking in the rain.

Coming soon to trails near you, our new trail sign, for what to do when you encounter a horse. Chances are if you’re on our local trails you will. There are ways to approach horses safely - for your sake, and for the rider’s.

https://ectaonline.org/trail-safety-guidelines/

North Shore NEMBA, Greenbelt - Essex County's Land Trust, North Shore Equestrian Association, Munroe Velo Bike Shop, New England Running Company, Riverside Cycles Newburyport, Boxford Trails Association/ Boxford Open Land Trust (BTA/BOLT, Inc), Cape Ann Trail Stewards, Manchester Essex Conservation Trust