Member Documents
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
4 Bylaws Rev: 11-6-2022
General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.
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: 5-28-2019
How to track hours/time working to maintain or build private or public trails in Ohio.
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: 12.28.21
Form to be used to report your trail mileage and saddle hours to county chapter designate.
15 Trail Mileage & Saddle Hour - Standard form for members (pdf file format) Rev: 12.28.21
Form to be used to report your trail mileage and saddle hours to county chapter designate.
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.
2 Bylaws Rev: 11-6-2022
General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.
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.
9 How to Debate a Difficult Question Rev: 1-15-2017
How to allow members to state opinions in a fair and mannerly order.
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 Chapter Reminders Rev: 3-25-2021
Overview of expectations for reporting to State OHC officers/executive cabinet/committee chairs (trail work hours, mileage, membership forms, chapter officers, etc.)
15 Insurance Coverage Form - FAQs - Why you need coverage Rev: 1-1-2015
Explanation for when you need insurance coverage for an OHC event.
16 Insurance Coverage Request Form Rev: 1-1-2018
Form to be used to request insurance coverage for any OHC sanctioned event.
2 Bylaws Rev: 11-6-2022
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.
2 Bylaws Rev: 11-6-2022
General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.
3 Instructions for County Treasurer Rev: 10-01-2020
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 12-1-2019
5 OHC Dues Summary for Chapter Treasurers (Excel file format) Rev: 9-22-2021
Required file to accompany all membership forms submitted to OHC State Treasurer.
6 OHC Dues Summary for Chapter Treasurers (PDF file format) Rev: 9-22-2021
Required file to accompany all membership forms submitted to OHC State Treasurer.
7 Income & Expense Report (Excel format) Rev 1-9-2021
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 1-9-2021
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.
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.
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
1 Grant Money Application Forms Rev: 8-1-2023
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 Chapter Reminders Rev:3-25-2021
Overview of expectations for reporting to State OHC officers/executive cabinet/committee chairs (trail work hours, mileage, membership forms, chapter officers, etc.)
4 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.
5 Trail Maintenance Log (Excel file format) Rev: 5-28-2019
How to track hours/time working to maintain or build private or public trails in Ohio.
7 Volunteer Trail Work Policy and Agreement 4-21-2022
Policy and Agreement negotiated between ODNR and OHC
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: 2023
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: 2023
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: 2023
Form to be used by chapters/county to submit accumulated trail mileage & saddle hours to state OHC trail mileage & saddle hours chair.
6 Chapter Reminders Rev: 3-25-2021
Overview of expectations for reporting to State OHC officers/executive cabinet/committee chairs (trail work hours, mileage, membership forms, chapter officers, etc.)
8 2022 State Trail Miles and Saddle Hours Report
Overview of 2022 State Trail Miles and Saddle Hours
9 2022 Trail Miles and Saddle Hour Report
Summary of trail miles and saddle hours by chapter and by location for 2022.
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.
1 Insurance Coverage Form - FAQs - Why you need coverage Rev: 1-1-2015
Explanation for when you need insurance coverage for an OHC event.
2 Insurance Coverage Request Form Rev: 2-18-2022
Form to be used to request insurance coverage for any OHC sanctioned event.
3 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.
1 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
2 Handout Postcard About OHC Membership Rev: 3-29-2023
Postcard sized handout to provide general information about OHC benefits and membership. Use at tack swaps, fairs, etc.
3 Handout Card for Legislative Visits or meetings Rev: 3-29-2023
Postcard sized handout to show value of OHC to Ohio communities. Give to local and state legislators.
4 OHC General Power Point Presentation February 2020
Power Point Presentation for outside groups to help them understand OHC
5 OHC General Presentation - .pdf version
Presentation for outside groups to help them understand OHC
6 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.
7 PNG File of OHC Registered Logo
Use this logo for all chapter or state promotions and communications. Open file and save to your computer.
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: 5-01-2023
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.
2 State Meeting Checklist & Guidelines for Hosting Regions Rev: 4-23-2023
Checklist & Guidelines for regions to follow to insure all logistics of a state meeting are met.
2 Bylaws Rev: 11-6-2022
General rules & regulations to provide a framework for guidance in operation of OHC and its chapters.
7 November 2022 State Meeting Flyer and Reservation Form
General Membership Meeting (State Meeting) Flyer and Reservation Form
1 501(C)3 Donation Instructions rev: 2.14.23
Instructions to Chapters on how to accept donations to the OHC Foundation 501(C)3