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Draft says horse use has risen since 2004; plan aims to amend Willoughby LRMP
Summary
The draft highlights observed growth in equestrian activity since 2004, states there are no current horse camping facilities in Willoughby State Forest, and proposes LRMP amendments and phased trail conversions to address demand.
The draft plan for Willoughby State Forest states that "While no horse use data exists, it is apparent from observations that use of WSF by horse enthusiasts has greatly increased since 2004." It also notes the 2004 LRMP characterizes horse use as occurring at a "low level."
The document explicitly says there are currently no horse camping facilities in WSF and proposes amending the LRMP accordingly. It frames the change as a response to observed user behavior rather than a data-driven finding; the plan includes annual reporting commitments from the Vermont Horse Council to estimate trail use and incidents of unauthorized use.
