Member Documents

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1 State Map with OHC regions Rev. 3-15-2023

Map displaying all the county chapters in the state of Ohio by regional designation. Trails are shown, too.

2 Printable Membership Application Form

Video Demo on how to download or print an OHC membership application from

3 Standing Rules Rev November 2024

Detailed rules on how the OHC is organized and administered.

4 Bylaws Rev March 9, 2024

General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.

5 Code of Ethics Rev: 2-27-1994

The guiding principles for all OHC members.

6 Join as a New Member Video Demo

Video instructions on how to Join OHC for the first time using on-line membership

7 Renew My OHC Membership On-line Video Demo

Video demonstration on how to renew you OHC membership on-line

8 Establish or Change your Password on the OHC Membership Site, Video demo

Video demonstration on how to establish or change your password to the OHC membership site

9 Primary or Secondary printable membership application form

Document to print, fill out, then send in to join OHC or renew you OHC membership. Each form is unique to a chapter.

10 Membership Benefits and General Information Rev: 3-14-2021

General description of the benefits of membership & types of memberships available to individuals, families or associations.

11 Renewing membership online @ ohconline.com Rev 3-14-2021

Instructions for membership renewal using the online system @ ohconline.com

12 Trail Maintenance Log (Excel file format) Rev: 2-28-2024

Form to log Trail Maintenance Hours

13 Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour Program Rev: 5-13-2019

How to track trail mileage and time in the saddle (schooling, driving or compettion).

14 Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour - Standard form for members (Excel file format) Rev: 2024

Form to be used to report your trail mileage and saddle hours to county chapter designate. (Excel format)

15 Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour - Standard form for members (pdf file format) Rev: 2024

Form to be used to report your trail mileage and saddle hours to county chapter designate. (pdf format)

16 Membership Benefits from American Horse Council Rev: 2-2020

Complete list of benefits from American Horse Council. To claim benefits, contact information on the attached flyer.

17 Membership Benefits from Associate Resource Group (ARG) Rev: 2020

ARG is the source of equine liability insurance and provide also other benefits from related sources.

18 Equisure FAQs Rev 2.20.2020

Detailed questions, answers and examples for equine liability insurance coverage

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1 OHC Trail Work Grant Application Form 6-21-2024

Application for $750 Regional Grants and $5000 Matching Grant

2 Ohio Horseman’s Council & Ohio State Parks Partnership Project rev 11.7.2024 final

pdf file for completing the application

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1 Standing Rules Rev November 2024

Detailed rules on how the OHC is organized and administered.

2 Bylaws Rev March 9. 2024

General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.

3 Code of Ethics Rev: 2-27-1994

The guiding principles for all OHC members.

4 Guest Policy Rev: 3-19-2006

Guidelines related to non-members attendance at OHC sanctiioned events.

5 Chapter Bylaws Template Rev: 1-27-2019

How to write specific rules for your chapter to guide operation and administration.

6 Chapter Bylaws Template -Secondary Member Option Rev: 3-20-2016

How to write a bylaw to address voting rights for secondary members in your chapter.

7 Basic Parliamentary Procedures & Guidelines Rev: 3-3-2017

How to apply parliamentary procedure to chapter meetings.

8 Rules of Debate Rev: 2-2-2017

How to make rational decisions during chapter meetings.

9 How to Debate a Difficult Question Rev: 1-15-2017

How to allow members to state opinions in a fair and mannerly order.

10 New OHC Chapter Start-Up

Minimum requirements and advice on starting a new OHC chapter

11 Help, I've Been Elected President! Rev: 3-3-2017

A guide to the process for and management of chapter meetings.

12 Social Media Etiquette & Guidelines Rev: 5-13-2015

Guidelines for proper use of facebook, twitter, websites or other platforms.

13 OHC State Grant Application

Document for a Chapter to apply for a State monetary grant

14 Insurance Coverage Form - FAQs - Why you need coverage Rev: 1-1-2015

Explanation for when you need insurance coverage for an OHC event.

15 Insurance Coverage Request Form Rev: 1-1-2018

Form to be used to request insurance coverage for any OHC sanctioned event.

16 How to Print Your Chapter's Membership List

You must first contact [email protected] to request chapter officer permission to the OHC membership website.

17 Chapter Reminders Revised 10-20-2024

LIst of reminders for Chapter officers

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1 Standing Rules Rev November 2024

Detailed rules on how the OHC is organized and administered.

2 Bylaws Rev March 2024

General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.

3 Instructions for County Secretary Rev: 6-3-2019

How to guide for proper documentation and distribution of meeting actions and results.

4 Chapter Reminders Revised 10-20-2024

LIst of reminders for Chapter officers

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1 Standing Rules Rev November 2024

Detailed rules on how the OHC is organized and administered.

2 Bylaws Rev March 2024

General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.

3 Instructions for County Treasurer Rev: 1-1-2023

Detailed guidance for financial responsibilty and reporting; role of the chapter treasurer.

4 Instructions for Managing Members Online

Online Membership Instructions for Chapter Treasurers or Membership Chairs Rev 1-2024

5 OHC Dues Summary for Chapter Treasurers (Excel file format) Rev: 1-5-2024

Required file to accompany all membership forms submitted to OHC State Treasurer.

6 OHC Dues Summary for Chapter Treasurers (PDF file format) Rev: 1-5-2024

Required file to accompany all membership forms submitted to OHC State Treasurer.

7 Income & Expense Report (Excel format) Rev 1-1-2024

Required file for yearly reporting of chapter expenses and income to OHC State Treasurer. Due by Jan. 10

8 Income & Expense Report (PDF format) Rev 1-2024

Required file for yearly reporting of chapter expenses and income to OHC State Treasurer. Due by Jan. 10

9 Suggested form to use for expense reimbursement to a county or OHC State Treasurer.

Suggested form to use for expense reimbursement to a county or OHC State Treasurer.

10 Chapter Reminders Revised 10-20-2024

LIst of reminders for Chapter officers

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1 Join Online as New Member Rev: 3-25-2021

Step x step instructions to join as a NEW member to the online database at ohconline.com

2 Adding New Members to online database Rev: 4-8-2019

Step x step instructions for chapter membership chair to add a NEW member to the online database at ohconline.com

3 Renewing membership online @ ohconline.com Rev 3-14-2021

Instructions for membership renewal using the online system @ ohconline.com

4 Membership Benefits and General Information Rev: 3-14-2021

General description of the benefits of membership & types of memberships available to individuals, families or associations.

5 Chapter Reminders Revised 10-20-2024

LIst of reminders for Chapter officers

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1 Chapter Authors Chapter Page Overview, Video 1

This video provides important information about our chapter webpages and gives you an overview of the page template.

2 Log In as a Chapter Author, Video 2

This video will show you how to log into your chapter page as an author

3 Chapter Author Instructions Rev 1-29-2020

Written instructions for editing chapter web pages

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1 Grant Money Application Forms Rev: 6-21-2024

Form required to request state OHC money for trails, campground or other improvements.

2 ODNR Volunteer Forms Rev: 6-2-2019

Forms that may be required by your ODNR state forest or park land manager.

3 Ohio Department of Natural Resources 2019 Ohio Trails Vision Plan

Plan to create new and maintain current trails of all types in Ohio. Horse trails are included.

4 Volunteer Trail Work Policy and Agreement 4-21-2022

Policy and Agreement negotiated between ODNR and OHC

5 OHC Volunteer Trail Maintenance Reporting Guidelines

Definitions for Terms Used on the Trail Maintenance Log

6 Trail Maintenance Log (Excel file format) Rev: 2-28-2024

Individual trial maintenance tracking and reporting work sheet

7 Trail Work Hours Report 2023 - Rev 2/24

Details Trail Maintenance Reports by Chapter for 2023

8 Trails Work Hours Report for 2022

2022 OHC Chapter Work Hours by Chapter and by Park

9 Trails Work Hours Report for 2021

List of trail volunteer hours and value by chapter for 2021

10 Chapter Reminders Revised 10-20-2024

LIst of reminders for Chapter officers

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1 Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour Program Rev: 5-13-2019

How to track trail mileage and time in the saddle (schooling, driving or compettion).

2 Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour - Standard form for members (Excel file format) Rev: 2024

Form to be used to report your trail mileage and saddle hours to county chapter designate.

3 Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour - Standard form for members (pdf file format) Rev: 2024

Form to be used to report your trail mileage and saddle hours to county chapter designate.

4 Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour - Reporting form for chapter/county totals (Excel file format) Rev: 2024

Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour - Reporting form for chapter/county totals (Excel file format) Rev: 2024

5 Trail Mileage Patch Order Form (Excel File) Rev: 3-2022

Form to request patches and make payment

6 Chapter Reminders Rev: 10-20-2024

Overview of expectations for reporting to State OHC officers/executive cabinet/committee chairs (trail work hours, mileage, membership forms, chapter officers, etc.)

7 Trail Riders Hall of Fame

List of Members in the Trail Riders Hall of Fame

8 2021 Trail Miles and Saddle Hour Report

Summary of trail miles and saddle hours by chapter and by location for 2021.

9 State Trail Miles and Saddle Hours Report

Overview of Trail Miles Reported for 2021

10 2022 State Trail Miles and Saddle Hours Report

Overview of 2022 State Trail Miles and Saddle Hours

11 2022 Trail Miles and Saddle Hour Report

Summary of trail miles and saddle hours by chapter and by location for 2022.

12 2023 Trail Miles and Saddle Hour Report

Summary of trail miles and saddle hours by chapter and by location for 2023.

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1 State Trail Ride Guidelines Rev: 6-6-2019

Guidelines and requirements to hold State Trail Ride within chapter's area.

2 State Trail Ride Application Rev: 12-17-2019

Application to hold State Trail Ride within chapter's area.

3 State Ride Summary Rev: 12-17-2019

Form to be submitted after event is held.

4 State Trail Ride List 2024

LIst of State rides showing dates, location, host and notes

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1 OHC Insurance - All Available Coverages 1-29-2024

One page summary - OHC Available Insurance Coverages for members and chapters

2 Insurance Coverage Form - FAQs - Why you need coverage Rev: 1-29-2024

Explanation for when you need insurance coverage for an OHC event.

3 Insurance Coverage Request Form Rev: 2-18-2022

Form to be used to request special event coverage

4 Insurance Coverage – Waiver of Equine Activity Liability Rev: 1-1-2015

Waiver form to be used for any OHC sanctioned event where equine activity is to occur.

5 Equisure FAQs Rev 2.20.2020

Detailed questions, answers and examples of personal liability insurance coverage

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1 Artwork for "Make Ohio Better, 4 Hooves at a Time

png file for use at a print shop like Office Max/Depot or posting on Facebook

2 Ride Ohio Newsletter 2023 Fall Winter

Fall winter 2023 newsletter with articles from regions, chapters and state OHC - download and print copies for handouts at chapter events, meetings, etc.

3 Chapters Trails Regions 3-13-2023

Map of Ohio showing locations of chapters and trails. Great handout at tack swaps and meetings where people may not know about OHC

4 Proper Use of OHC Registered Logo Rev: 6-15-2019

Expectations for using the OHC Registered logo in all print, merchandise, website and social media platforms.

5 PNG File of OHC Registered Logo

Use this logo for all chapter or state promotions and communications. Open file and save to your computer.

6 Promoting Your Chapter Rev: 6-5-2019

Tips and tools for promoting your chapter through various media.

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1 County Line Editor (Corral Liason) Rev: 11-1-2019

Policy, procedure and style guidelines for monthly submissions to the Corral's County By Lines

2 Awards Criteria - Gibby, Lifetime, Merit Rev: 6-21-2024

Definition of awards and process to nominate members for Gibby, Lifetime and Merit awards.

3 Historical Documentation Rev 11-1-2019

Steps to provide historical information about your chapter to the state historian.

4 Document Retention and Destruction Policy

This Policy represents the policy of the Ohio Horseman's Council with respect to the retention and destruction of documents and other records, both in hard copy and electronic media.

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1 Starting a New Chapter Rev: 6-5-2019

Steps to set up an OHC chapter in your location

2 State Meeting Checklist & Guidelines for Hosting Regions Rev: 9-24-2024

Checklist & Guidelines for regions to follow to insure all logistics of a state meeting are met.

3 OHC Payment Guidelines Rev: 1-1-2008

3-12 Expenses that are or are not reimbursed.

4 OHC General PowerPoint Presentation

What is OHC? Presentation

5 OHC General Presentation, .pdf version

What is OHC? Presentation

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1 Standing Rules Rev November 2024

Detailed rules on how the OHC is organized and administered.

2 Bylaws Rev March 2024

General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.

3 Code of Ethics Rev: 2-27-1994

The guiding principles for all OHC members.

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1 Meeting Minutes Spring 2018

Minutes of the Spring 2018 State Members Meeting

2 Meeting Minutes Fall 2018

Minutes of the Fall 2018 State Members Meeting

3 Meeting Minutes Spring 2019

Minutes of the Spring 2019 State Members Meeting

4 Meeting MInutes Fall 2019

Minutes of the Fall 2019 State Members Meeting

5 Meeting Minutes Fall 2021

Minutes of the Fall 2021 State Members Meeting

6 Meeting Minutes Spring 2022

Minutes of the Spring 2022 State members meeting

7 November 2022 State Meeting Flyer and Reservation Form

General Membership Meeting (State Meeting) Flyer and Reservation Form

8 November 2022 State Meeting Minutes

General Membership Meeting Minutes

9 March 2023 Spring State Meeting Minutes

General Membership Meeting Minutes 3-11-2023

10 November 2023 Fall State Meeting Minutes

General Membership Meeting Minutes November 2023

11 Membership Update November 2023

Membership Update Presented at the Fall 2023 General Members Meeting

12 Presentation Materials from March 2024 state membership meeting

Handouts from March 2024 meeting

13 Meeting Minutes from March 2024 State Membership Meeting

Meeting Minutes from March 2024 State Membership Meeting

14 Handouts for Nov 9

Handouts provided to all attendees at the state meeting held on November 9, 2024

15 Meeting Minutes from November 2024 State Membership Meeting

Meeting Minutes from March 2024 State Membership Meeting

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1 President's Presentation Slides

President's Presentation Slides

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1 501(c)(3) Donation Instructions rev: 1-20-2024

Instructions to Chapters on how to accept donations to the OHC Foundation 501(c)(3)

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1 OHC Ohio Sales and Use Tax Exemption Revised 1-18-2024

Instructions to Chapters on how to use the Ohio Sales and Use tax exemption allowed for purchases made by the OHC Foundation

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1 OHC Document Retention and Destruction Policy

Guidelines on document retention and destruction

2 OHC Whistleblower Policy

3 OHC Conflict of Interest Policy

Guidelines on conflict of interest and Annual Statement

4 OHC Guest Policy

Rules that apply to invited guests to OHC functions

5 Code of Ethics Rev: 2-27-1994

The guiding principles for all OHC members.

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