History
The El Dorado Equestrian Trails Foundation was founded in 1987 to encourage identification and dedication of equestrian and hiking trails on the Georgetown Divide in El Dorado County, California. Since its inception, the Foundation, in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service, has been instrumental in the development of many miles of trails, the construction of staging areas, and the creation of the Dru Barner Campground.

In 1995, EDETF, along with the Dru Barner Foundation, entered into a cost-share agreement with the U.S. Forest Service to develop and construct the Dru Barner Campground. Through this joint effort, the campground now includes 48 campsites, many with picnic tables and a fire rings; a restroom; large group area with tables and barbecues; and water for horses. For more information about the Dru Barner Campground USDA Forest Service – Caring for the land and serving people., contact the U.S. Forest Service, Georgetown Ranger District, (530) 333-4312, or the El Dorado Equestrian Trails Foundation or email to: Information

Activities
As an annual fundraiser, the Foundation hosts a fund ride for horsemen of all skill levels at the Dru Barner Campground on the Sunday of the Memorial Day weekend. Host a ride for St. Jude Children’s Hospital and ride in Georgetown’s Founders Day Parade.

Foundation members meet regularly to participate in work parties cleaning and repairing trails, as well as to celebrate National Trails Day. The group holds seminars, workshops and clinics on a variety of topics from saddle fitting to horseshoeing. Monthly Foundation meetings feature speakers who represent a wide range of expertise, from horse camping to veterinary care.

Goals
Preserving the heritage of these magnificent Sierra trails and nurturing a system of trails and campgrounds for future generations is the vision for the Foundation’s legacy. The Foundation’s goals include:

  1. Maintaining, promoting and completing the Dru Barner Campground and surrounding trails.
  2. Developing the Donaldson Trailhead and connecting trail to the Dru Barner Campground.
  3. Maintaining, protecting and repairing existing trails on the Georgetown Divide.

We Need Your Support
To help the Foundation achieve its goal, won’t you please join our group or make a donation? Make checks payable to:EDETF and mail to P.O. Box 321, Georgetown, CA 95634. The El Dorado Equestrian Trails Foundation is a 501© (3) non-profit corporation.