Ensure Safe Footing and Grounds and
create a Multi-purpose grass area
The quality of footing is the most important issue for all riders and drivers.
The key to ensuring safe and appropriate footing on a consistent basis is
to have multiple options, including an all-weather surface.
Addressing our footing issues
will not only ensure a safer environment for horses and riders alike, but will
help extend our current competition season while reducing wear and tear on the
property.
In addition, parking has been an
on-going problem for all GMHA competitors, families and spectators.
To accomplish safe footing and
grounds, GMHA will:
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Construct an all weather arena, approximately 75m x 120m.
The arena will be large enough to accommodate several dressage rings, a
driving ring or a show jumping course. The
surface will meet the demands of multiple equestrian disciplines. |
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We will install an appropriate drainage system to improve the
condition of the riding, driving and warm-up grass areas. |
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We will improve the foothold of our riding and driving galloping
tracks throughout the property so our course designers will have a variety of
options when planning events. |
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The existing parking area next to the office will be re-graded and
extended across to the Upwey barn. |
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A flexible parking plan will be developed. |
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A hard, well-drained turf surface usable for a variety of
equestrian disciplines will be created. The
space will fit a driving arena or two large dressage rings when not used for
parking. |
