BAY STATE TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION
BSTRA TRAIL RIDES
APRIL - NOVEMBER 2026
April 25 Fort Hill Farms Ride Thompson, CT NEHT
May 2 Nancy Maenzo Ride Douglas, MA NEHT
May 17 Livelark Acres Ride Thompson, CT NEHT
May 23-25 Memorial Day Campout Carver, MA
June 7 National Trails Day ride N. Brookfield, MA NEHT
June 14 Poker Ride Oxford, MA NEHT
July 4-5 4th of July Campout Douglas, MA
July 12 Spirit of America Ride Upton, MA NEHT
July 18 Goddard Brunch Ride E. Greenwich, RI
Aug 2 Galloping Gourmet Ride Royalston, MA NEHT
Aug 22 Northfield Mt. Ride Northfield, MA
Sept 13 Sue Brainard Hunter Pace Douglas, MA
Oct 4 Wyndham Land Trust Ride for Open Space Woodstock, CT
Oct 18 Red Rail Farm Ride Lincoln, MA NEHT
Oct 25 Big Pumpkin Ride Upton, MA NEHT
Nov 1 Larry Underwood Classic N. Brookfield, MA NEHT
Nov 15 Thompson Raceway Ride Thompson, CT NEHT
Where Legacy Meets the Open Trail, and Tradition Rides On in Timeless Elegance
At the Bay State Trail Riders Association, we celebrate a heritage born in quiet elegance along the shores of Silver Lake—where a small circle of devoted horsemen transformed camaraderie into a lasting tradition of purpose and refinement. Visionaries such as Ed Whalley and Richard Gladu brought structure and intention to what began as simple rides, shaping an experience defined by discipline, stewardship, and an enduring respect for the horse. From Cavalry, inspired field trials to sweeping distance rides and impeccably organized trail processions, each journey unfolded across New England’s most storied landscapes with a sense of quiet grandeur.
Over time, these efforts became more than a series of events, they evolved into a way of life. Signature rides and seasonal traditions blended sport with ceremony, while a devoted community ensured every detail reflected understated excellence. This legacy extends beyond the saddle, most notably through the creation of the Southern New England Trunkline Trail—a testament to a deep commitment to preservation and access.
Today, that spirit endures—refined, elevated, and thoughtfully carried forward. It lives in the rhythm of hoofbeats across preserved trails and in gatherings that feel both timeless and distinctly modern, a legacy not only remembered, but experienced.d unmistakably distinguished.