Extension
It Starts With Us
Developing Leaders through Agriculture
Leadership in Agriculture
Reed Graham
Equine
Community Engagement
Agritourism Planning
Trail Design
Building the leadership base in a community is a key to the success of a community. Leaders can emerge from any realm of society. Many Breathitt County residents share an interest in horsemanship. Through the formation of a local Horsemen's Association, leadership opportunities will arise for those with that interest.
Eastern Breathitt County will have a marked trail system where users can ride year round.
The local Horsemen's Association will host a trail ride in Breathitt County
A local Horsemen's Association will be formed.
Initial Outcome: Formation of the Breathitt County Horsemen's Association
Indicator: Association is formed; Officers elected; By-laws Adopted
Method: Face to face meetings
Timeline: Spring 2017
Intermediate Outcome: The local Horsemen's Association will host a trail ride in Breathitt County
Indicator: Attendance at trail ride
Method: Planning meetings monthly
Timeline: Spring 2017
Long-term Outcome: A trail system in Eastern Breathitt County
Indicator: Marked trails for horsemen; Horsemen from other parts of the state coming in to ride the trails
Method: Survey of trail usage
Timeline:2017-19
Audience: Horsemen's Association
Project or Activity: Leadership
Content or Curriculum: Robert's Rules of Order; Leadership
Inputs: Agent
Date: Spring 2017
Audience: Horsemen
Project or Activity: Equine Health & Nutrition
Content or Curriculum: Equine Health Research
Inputs: Specialists; veterinarians; agents
Date: 2017-2019
Audience: Tourists
Project or Activity: Trail Ride
Content or Curriculum: Marked trails; Trail guides
Inputs: Horsemen's Association members; County Officials; City Officials; Agents
Date: 2017-2019
Author: Reed Graham
Major Program: Equine
Breathitt County is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The economy is depressed due to the decline of coal production. However, the forested terrain and waterways can provide an opportunity for tourism. The Breathitt County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent met with a group of horse enthusiasts who wanted to establish a Horseman’s Association for social, educational and economic development activities. The initial interest meeting had over 3
