Deb Balliet, CEO Equine Land Conservation Resource

Land use planning is an important activity that assists a community grow and function in the manner that is needed and desired by its residents. It's something that equestrians concerned about the future of their sport should learn about.

With the development rate of 250 acres per hour (USDA statistics), urban sprawl in the form of commercial and residential development is running rampant. So what should you think about with regard to the future of your competition venue?