On the morning of July 19, EPIC members and friends gathered for a beautiful summer ride through the wooded trails and open fields that make the Breezy Loop Complex so special. With clear skies, fresh trails, and plenty of good company, it was everything we could hope for in a group outing.
If you're a landowner in Maryland and have ever wondered whether you could be held legally responsible if someone gets injured while riding a horse on your property, the answer — in most cases — is a reassuring no.
In the April 2025 issue of The Equiery, EPIC President and retired trial attorney, Allan Noble explains Maryland common law and the Maryland Recreational Use Statute in a clear, concise article:
“Liability of Maryland Landowners Who Allow Horseback Riders on Their Property”
Click below to read the article.
On October 5, EPIC hosted a public ride to introduce our newest trail, The Kay Family Trail. We had approximately 35 riders sign up to check out this newest addition to our Breezy Loop trail complex. EPIC is especially grateful to the Kay Family Foundation, which has made this equestrian trail and others possible with its generous support. Big thanks to everyone who turned out and thanks also to Pat Michaels and Kathy Noble for the photos.
EPIC is pleased to announce that Laura Groat has joined our Board of Directors. Laura brings a wealth of horse experience to our board. She currently works as General Manager for Wyndham Oaks I and II, a premiere equestrian boarding facility, located in Montgomery County. Laura participates in all forms of riding and brings a passion for land conservation and horse use to the board. Join us in extending a warm welcome to Laura!
In the past few weeks, our contractors, under the supervision of EPIC directors Kayla Gatalica, Anne Davies and Allan Noble, have completed the major cleanup work necessary to open up the new Kay Family Trail.
On April 20, EPIC hosted a public ride on our Dry Seneca system. We had great weather, and 30 riders turned out to tackle the freshly groomed trails, blooming with sweet olive and other flowering trees.
Read MoreEPIC is delighted to announce that we are hosting a spring trail ride and lunch on Saturday, April 20. The ride will be over the Dry Seneca trails that were established by EPIC and traverse beautiful woods, streams and open fields.
Read MoreDespite a blustery day, approximately 20 riders joined us on October 15, for a trail ride and public dedication of our newest trail, Mike's Loop, followed by lunch.
Read MoreTom and Allan installed EPIC's thank you plaque to Mike Rubin on August 1 at the entrance to our Breezy Loop trail complex.
Read MoreEPIC took advantage of a brief visit from out of town by Mike Rubin to dedicate Mike's Loop on July 4. We had a small private gathering and presented Mike with a plaque, showing our appreciation to him for all he has done for equestrians in Montgomery County.
Read MoreThe EPIC Board is pleased to announce that Kayla Gatalica has recently joined our Board.
Read MoreBest Wishes for 2023 from Allan Noble.
Read MoreWork on “Mike’s Loop”, an addition to the Breezy Loop Trail System progresses!
Read MoreThe new trail, “Mike’s Loop”, is almost here! On November 5th, an EPIC crew installed the trail marking posts and connected the trail to the “Gilliam Farm Loop”. Stay tuned for more updates!
Read MoreThank you for joining us for the October 9 trail ride. We had a fantastic day with over 30 riders n perfect weather!
Read MoreEPIC is pleased to announce the launch of its new website, epicmontogmery.org. The site reinforces EPIC’s mission of trail creation and stewardship and we plan to add interactive trail maps to the site.
Read MoreEPIC is excited to announce that it is in the process of planning and developing two new trails as part of its Breezy Loop complex.
Read MoreA huge thank you to those who came out to EPIC's trail ride and Tribute to Naomi Manders on October 9!
Read MoreIf your forest conservation easement needs more trees, request free trees through Reforest Montgomery.
Read MoreBarnesville Oaks Maryland trail riders in Montgomery County may get a new public riding trail around an approved subdivision straddling Peach Tree Road in Boyds.
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