​​​​​Southern Kettle Moraine Horse Trails Association

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Bold indicates Club functions. 
​Non bold are local equestrian events that impact the horse trails, our members and sponsors.

There are active posts regarding member meetings, current projects, as well as other club activities. It is also a place to ask frequent riders about the club, campground, or trails! 

Permanent Corral Additions at Horseriders' Campground, Palmyra WI
The Southern Kettle Moraine Horse Trails Association (SKMHTA) would like to extend their appreciation to the Wisconsin Horse Council for awarding the 2023 Trail Improvement Grant, in the amount of $3000, to our 2023 Corral Installation project!  This grant, combined with funds raised by the SKMHTA via fundraising events such as our Ride for Corrals and Fall Fundraiser, as well as donations from corporate sponsors and private donors, allowed us to upgrade six campsites with Priefert Premium 12x12 corrals in 2023! 

• 430 - 1 12x12 pen next to the existing highline area
• 431 - 2 12x12 pens installed under the highline area
  
• 433 - 2 12x12 pens installed under the highline area
  
• 435 - 1 12x12 pen next to the existing highline area
  
• 436 - 2 pens next to the existing highline area
  
• 402 - 2 pens next to the existing highline area

Coming in early 2025! Eight more campsites will be upgraded with two 12x12 corrals! Thank you for your support, we couldn't do it without you!

Corral Footing Installation at Horseriders' Campground, Palmyra WI

The DNR has completed upgrading all campsites with pre-existing corrals in 2024, and will continue to upgrade the newly installed sites.  DNR staff has been taking care to not bring in the equipment when there are campers, to avoid spooking horses, and faces staffing challenges, but progress is being made and the finished sites look spectacular!  A DNR Enhancement Grant was awarded to the SKMHTA, $5000 in matching funds, for this project! The completed sites look amazing and are holding up well to use.  We do encourage visitors to properly clean their highline and corral areas, as leaving hay and manure is what leads to mud and poor footing.  Please help us maintain this hard work so we all can enjoy for years to come!
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S.M.I.L.E.S Tack Sale - Saturday March 15th at 9am - N2666 County Road K in Darien, WI

Annual tack sale benefiting the SMILES facility, horses and therapeutic riding classes.

Tack Cleaning & Potluck - Sunday March 23rd, 2025, 11:00am - join us at Winterhorse Park in Eagle, WI! This will be a fun social event where we can hang out together, get our tack ready for the riding season and have some snacks!

Midwest Horse Fair - April 11-13th, 2025 - in Madison, WI! Visit our booth in the Coliseum!

Pack the Park - June 14-15th  a weekend of fun at Horseriders' Campground, Palmyra WI

2025 SKMHTA Fall Fundraiser - Saturday Sept 20th, 2025 - Horseriders' Campground, Palmyra WI

The SKMHTA is an organization of equine enthusiasts who promote, preserve, maintain & improve the bridle trails & equestrian campground in the Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest. Our activities include volunteer support, charitable fundraising events, partnerships with the local DNR and community involvement. Proudly established in 2003, and becoming a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) in 2024, the SKMHTA continues to support and make lasting changes to the trails and Horseriders' Campground so generations to come may enjoy. Come join us in the fun of equestrian activities and enjoy the 54 miles of equestrian trails in the beautiful Southern Kettle Moraine.  ​