The Northeast Florida Equestrian Society supports competitive, recreational and therapeutic horse activities in Northeast Florida and encourages the growth of the horse industry and related enterprises.
The Northeast Florida Equestrian Society works to:
§ Attract resources to support development of the Jacksonville Equestrian
Center;
§ Build community among the various equestrian organziations in Northeast Florida;
§ Advise the City of Jacksonville on the interests and needs of the Northeast Florida equestrian community;
§ Educate the public on the value and importance of the Northeast Florida horse industry, and the personal benefits that come from safe exposure to and interaction with horses.


The Northeast Florida Equestrian Society:
§ Appreciates the diversity of the equestrian community and respects all equestrian disciplines, all horse breeds, and responsible riders at all levels of proficiency;
§ Believes in safety first, for both horse and rider;
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Opposes the mistreatment of horses or irresponsible behavior by owners, trainers, riders or others involved in the horse industry;
§ Respects the power of horses to change human lives.
 


The Northeast Florida Equestrian Society envisions:

§ The Jacksonville Equestrian Center as a fully developed competition facility, with the capacity and expertise to host national equestrian events in any discipline;

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The Jacksonville Equestrian Center and Taye Brown Parklands as fully developed equestrian recreation facilities, with trailheads and amenities to allow Northeast Florida residents to enjoy recreational activities with their horses in a safe environment;



CHAIRMAN
VICE CHAIRMAN
SECRETARY
Jayson Smith
jaysons@jbcoxwell.com
Betty J. Griner
bettygriner@comcast.net
Joanne Connell
galengator@bellsouth.net

TREASURER

Kate Biltz

DIRECTORS
Olwen Busch
Kelly Corbin
Jodi Coxwell
Charlie Kelley
Peggy Fuller D.V.M.


DIRECTOR, JACKSONVILLE EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Lesa Williams
lesaw@coj.net



CITY OF JACKSONVILLE LIASION
Steve Emory
semery@coj.net

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