California State Horsemen's Association

The primary objectives of the Association are: 1) to encourage and promote humane equine activities, both competitive and recreational, for youth and adults: horse shows, trail trials, gymkhanas, parades, horsemastership, drill team, stock competitions, trial rides, endurance; 2) to cultivate respect for the horse and good sportsmanship in equine activities; 3) to encourage and support the acquisition, construction, maintenance, supervision, preservation of and access to equestrian trails on public and private lands; 4) to encourage and support the construction and maintenance of horse campgrounds and facilities; 5) to educate members about appropriate horse husbandry practices, health and safety measures; 6) to award scholarships to outstanding competitors and to provide monetary contributions to worthy equine charitable organizations ; 7) to encourage participation at state and local government levels to preserve equestrian traditions and to safeguard the equine community against policies that adversely impact its well-being.