About the Club ... a little history

                                     We have grown greatly from our charter membership of 19. Over the years the club has sponsored judged trail rides, training clinics, demonstrations at the Maryland State Fair, Laurel International Turf Festival, and the Horse World Expo. Also, we have developed gaited classes in numerous horse shows in the Central Maryland area. The club meets once a month to discuss projects and make plans.   We have guest speakers on various topics. You do not have to be a member or even own a horse to be warmly welcomed at the meetings. Come join the fun.  Our meetings are held once a month.  Be sure to check the calendar for times and speakers.

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What is a Walking Horse?

      Just what is the Plantation Walking Horse? A Tennessee Walking Horse that has been flat shod with regular shoes.  They are known for their 3 gaits the flat walk, the running walk and the rocking chair canter.  The running walk is an even four beat lateral gait, with the hind feet overstepping the prints of the front by 12-30 inches, which accounts for the smooth ride.  It is not a shuffle, but a definite striding gait. 

                  More and more riders in this area are discovering the superlative traits of this horse.  Many owners rate his wonderfully calm and pleasant disposition just as important as his unbelievably smooth, yet fast,  running walk for which he is famous.  Contrary to popular opinion this unique gait is inbred and is not an artificial gait taught by man,  although it can be enhanced and refined by proper shoeing and training. 

                   For these reasons, the Tennessee Walking Horse is becoming more and more popular for long distance endurance and competitive trail riding.   Many enthusiasts of this riding sport wouldn't use any other breed.  They are also very well known at field trials for hunting dogs.  The Tennessee Walking Horse can be trained for driving, jumping, western reining nd games, and above all,  makes a perfect  pleasure horse for the entire family to enjoy,  whether on the trails or in the show ring. 

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                                    President:                   Jan Harrison             410-838-5976 
                                    Vice President:          Louise Semancik     410-329-3940   e-mail
                                    Web Master:               Marge Morgan         410-357-5088   e-mail
                                    Newsletter Editor :     Gayle Miller             443-807-9389   e-mail 
                                    Hi-Point Chair :          Robin Lord               717-993-0751   e-mail
                                    Versatility Chair:       Rhonda McAvoy      410-343-1469   e-mail
                                    Trail Chair:                 Julie Stein               410-343-2405   e-mail