Pasture Management for Healthy Land and Healthy Horses

About the Event

Join us at Greenacres Foundation in Indian Hill for a beginner-level workshop on Equine Grazing! This program is designed for equestrians that manage any number of horses; from a personal horse in your own backyard to managing full stables and equine facilities. 

Learn from experienced practitioners through a combination of classroom instruction and an interactive pasture walk. Topics will include grazing practices, pasture management, proactive manure management options, stocking rates, and sacrifice lots.

During the pasture walk, attendees will observe: rotational grazing methods, pasture and soil quality, and discuss practical strategies for implementation in equine pastures.

This workshop is geared toward adults, though young adults and older teens may attend.

Speakers

JT Benitez, OSU Extension, Butler County

Nicole Gunderman, Hamilton County Soil & Water

Micalene Villamagna, Greenacres Stable Supervisor

Leah Bartel, Greenacres Livestock Field Coordinator

What to Expect

Please be prepared for uneven terrain, short walks, and periods of standing. The program will take place rain or shine, except in the case of dangerous weather. Closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are required.

Timeline

Greenacres Welcome and Background

Holistic Approach to Pasture Grazing

Stocking Rates & Dry Lots

Manure Management

Pasture Walk

Thank you to our partners

General Information

• Advance registration is required; space is limited. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.
• Closed-toed shoes are required; please wear shoes that can get dirty and are comfortable for hiking
• No strollers permitted
• Guests must remain with a Greenacres representative at all times, as Greenacres is a privately operating property

Questions?

For questions about this event, please call (513) 891-4227 ext.3 or email events@green-acres.org.

No pets are allowed (ADA Certified Service Animals only).