Horseland is designed to introduce new people to horses and the horse industry. MHIB’s three primary functions are Regulatory: to license and inspect the state’s commercial lesson, boarding, rental, and rescue facilities that solicit business from the public. Advisory: to brief the Maryland Department of Agriculture and other state officials on issues regarding the Maryland horse industry Promotional: to market, bring awareness to and help grow the state’s equine industry.

MHIB’s Horse Discovery Center will be there and you can find out how YOU can have horses in your life. HDC’s centers are carefully selected, licensed stables that welcome people of all ages and experience levels into their barns to learn about horses in a friendly and knowledgeable environment. The breadth and diversity of the stables in the Discovery Center network is wide and deep. They range from trail riding centers to Western riding operations to horse rescues and stables offering summer camps, English equitation, and even Civil War re-enactments. Geographically they are located in all regions of the state. Click HERE to learn more about Horse Discovery Centers.