trail riding
As the demand for structured outdoor activities increases, more farmers and ranchers are considering opening their lands to the public for trail riding. The publications on this page give guidelines for starting a trail riding business using existing ranches as examples.
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Developing Trails and Tourism on Private Lands in Texas - Texas Cooperative Extension Service. Steps to take when planning a business include developing a desirable product, considering partnerships, determining price, promoting the business, getting liability insurance and taking into account investment costs. The publication gives detailed information on seven existing ranches and gives sample location maps and a sample trail map. An appendix on liability and a sample waiver form are also given. - Equestrian Trail Riding as an Alternative Enterprise: Handbook for Ranchers and Farmers - Texas Farm Bureau, Texas Equestrian Trail Riders Association, Texas A&M, Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. This publication discusses the many things to take into consideration when planning a trail riding enterprise including the ranch and its facilities, food provided, ride organization, cost, and marketing. Detailed information on liability is given. Information on the average people that participate in trail riding is provided. A real life example is given.
