The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is considering making improvements to the Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area, home of the Fair Hill International eventing and combined driving events.

Interest by stakeholders was prompted by new information about the value of Maryland’s horse industry, as well as an invitation by the United States Equestrian Federation to host a four-star eventing competition.

“New economic data shows that the state’s equine industry has grown 23 per cent in the last five years and contributes $1.15 billion in annual economic activity,” said chair of the Maryland Horse Industry Board, Jim Steele. “Improving equine facilities at Fair Hill is a vital part of this industry wide renaissance. We have to stay current and make sure our competition venues meet the needs of the equestrian community.”

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