Young Black Equestrians

In this episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s become deeply personal and professionally exciting for me: agritourism. I’ve been studying this space for over a year now, and through my work on the board of the North Carolina Agritourism Networking Association, I’ve seen just how much untapped potential there is — especially for Black-owned farms and horse facilities.This episode is for anyone with land, a dream, and a desire to do something different. I talk about how agritourism can be a path to sustainability, community connection, and cultural preservation. And if you think all you have to offer is riding lessons? Let’s expand that vision.What I’m Sharing:What agritourism really is (and why it's more than just tours)Why riding isn’t the only way to engage the publicReal ideas for how horse farms can bring in revenue creatively and consciouslyThe behind-the-scenes: zoning, signage, insurance, infrastructureWhy this model might just keep the next generation interested in our farmsAgritourism Examples I Ment