Mentors

A mentor is a seasoned distance rider who wants to help new riders start their journey into distance riding. Mentors can be a valuable resource to a new distance rider. This sport can be intimidating to start on your own, mentors will help ease the transition and build your confidence. Below you will find a map and list of GLDRA mentors in Michigan.

A mentor will help you with:

• Conditioning program for you and your horse
• Explain the different types of distance ride formats
• Camping
• Trail etiquette
• What to expect at an event
• Help troubleshoot problems
• Support and confidence
• Answering any questions you may have
• And so much more...

Aurora and Noble, Jan and Dose sharing a hug on trail at Oak Leaf Run. 

GLDRA Mentors

West Michigan

• Caledonia
  • Diane Maxey dianemaxey@charter.net
    Click to learn more about Diane

North West Michigan

• Irons
  • Linda Hamrick llhamrick1@gmail.com
    Click to learn more about Linda

Southeast Michigan

• Milan
  • Lisa Germann blueskyfarmlg@comcast.net
    Click to learn more about Lisa

Southwest Michigan

• Niles
  • Damaris Smith d.smith.tigermay@gmail.com
    • Click here to learn more about Damaris

Upper Peninsula

• Rapid River
  • Kathy Macki k_macki@yahoo.com