October 11th Trail Ride: Explore the Breezy Loop Complex
Please join EPIC for a trail ride Sunday, October 11th at 11 AM!
Explore the trails in the Breezy Loop Complex with Equestrian Partners in Conservation (EPIC). EPIC’s Breezy Loop Complex features six connected trails, varying in length from one to five miles, beginning at the Potomac Pony Club field in Boyds, MD. This 13-mile trail system offers stream crossings, shady wooded paths, rolling fields, and scenic views.
RSVP/Sign Up: Please visit https://epicmontgomery.org/sign-up-for-a-trail-ride to choose your ride group based on desired ride length and pace.
Email Coggins and Waiver: You must email a copy of your horse’s current negative Coggins test (dated within one year of the ride) as well as a fresh waiver to rsvp@epicmontgomery.org. As of 2024, EPIC collects Coggins and waivers for each ride we host; even if we’ve had the pleasure of your company on a trail ride before, we will need fresh documents from you to confirm your attendance at this ride.
Find us on AllTrails: You can find EPIC’s interactive map of our Breezy Loop Complex on AllTrails! If you want the power and pleasure of riding the EPIC trails on your own, with peace of mind provided by live navigation, please download the free AllTrails app on your mobile device. Learn more at https://epicmontgomery.org/breezy-loop-trail-complex.
Ride Details
When: Sunday, October 11 th , 2026 at 11:00 AM
Where: Potomac Pony Club field, 19301 Bucklodge Road Boyds, MD 20841
Grounds Access: You may arrive as early as 9:00 AM, to allow yourself plenty of time to tack and prepare for the ride. Be sure that you are able to contain your own horse during this time. There are no stalls, pens, or other publicly available containment devices.
Ride Out Time: 11:00 AM (Please be advised that riders should be mounted by 10:50 AM and ready to ride out promptly at 11:00 AM. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, we regret that we cannot wait for late riders. Thanks for your understanding!)
Ride Groups: When you RSVP, you will be invited to choose your desired ride length and pace. We plan to offer three groups: Walk Only (3-4 miles), Walk/Trot (5-6 miles), and Walk/Trot/Canter (6-7 miles). Whatever group you pick, expect to spend 75 – 90 minutes in the saddle. Hoof protection is not required, but it is recommended due to rocky sections.
Lunch: EPIC will serve a free complimentary lunch after the ride. We hope you can join us!
Questions? Please contact Kayla: kayla.gatalica@epicmontgomery.org, call/text (724)288-7015