District of Clearwater should write a letter of support for Wells Gray Riders Association's horse-friendly community initiative, according to association president Candus Graffunder.
Speaking at the Feb. 4 town council meeting, Graffunder said that Enderby has a similar horse-friendly initiative, and it has proven a success. Many travellers stop to take photographs of horses tied up to hitching rails in front of businesses. Others stop to take advantage of the horseback-riding opportunities in the community.
The idea would tie in well with the roads and trails study recently completed for the community, Graffunder felt.
What to do with the manure had been a focus of concern in Enderby but proved not to be that big of an issue, she said.
Each business with a hitching rail also gets a box to hold manure.
The waste by-product is sought after by gardeners to make compost with, she said, and there is no problem getting rid of it.
Although formed just last year, Wells Gray Riders Association has already proven that it fills a need within the community, Graffunder felt.
It now has more than 50 members, including many families.
The club has held a number of trail rides plus mantracker, dressage and hoof care events.
Members have helped out during work bees at the Upper Clearwater Hall and support plans to construct at riding arena by the hall.
They took part in last year's May Day parade, and the Rhythm Riders (now part of the association) gave a demonstration during the Canoe Regatta.
Upcoming events include a three-day mantracker invitational to be held in Upper Clearwater.