Sleeping Bear Equestrian Club launched

New club to offer equestrian opportunities

A new club launched this month will give people living and visiting the Leelanau, Benzie, and Grand Traverse region more equestrian opportunities and benefits going into the new year and beyond.

The Sleeping Bear Equestrian Club held its first board meeting on Dec. 12 to ratify its mission, vision, and bylaws. Going forward as a nonprofit, the club will promote stewardship, education, volunteering, and leadership opportunities to those interested in equestrian activities. The efforts of the group are focused on a number of things including equine sport, equine tourism, and educational programs.