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Horsekeeping
Vegetated Buffer Strips: Slow the Flow to Protect Water Quality
How establishing vegetated buffer strips along surface waters can improve water quality. Web page
A Horse Owner's Guide to Protecting Massachusetts Natural Resources
Best management practices to ensure the protection of the environment and the health of your horse. Web page
Composting
How composting manure benefits the environment and protects horses' health. Web page
Protecting Public Health and Drinking Water
What are the potential risks from pasture runoff, and what horse owners can do to prevent contamination of water supplies. Web page
Information Sources
Useful links for information about environmentally responsible horsekeeping. Web page
Manure Management for Healthy Horses
How proper manure management ensures the health of both horses and the environment. Web page
Manure Impacts on Surface Water Quality
How proper manure management prevents water pollution. Web page
The Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Single Family Home/Horse Ownership
How the Wetlands Protection Act affects horse owners. Web page
Mud and Pasture Management
Controlling mud buildup in pastures to preserve the health of horses and the environment. Web page
More Water Safety Information:
Source Water Protection Web page
Drinking Water Health & Safety Web page |