Who We Are
The Connecticut Valley Driving Club (CVDC) is a network of horse people with varied interests and experience, joining together for support, educational programs, clinics, monthly drive/rides, special events, equine advocacy, trail preservation, and social activities. Club members meet every month for a Saturday potluck, evening meeting and special program. CVDC hosts member drives at different locations around scenic Eastern Connecticut. Riders are always welcome at the drives, as are new members and guests. The club has members of all ages, from junior drivers to experienced seniors. We also welcome equine breeds and sizes from minis to draft horses. One does not have to know how to drive to belong, nor even own a horse. Our club is friendly and is a fun place to learn and meet others with the same interests. Drivers are the friendliest of horse people, always looking out for each other or lending a hand. CVDC is a member of the American Driving Society.
Officers
President, Cynthia Bliven
Vice President, Rita Bellinger
Secretary, Marguerite Hayber
Treasurer, Erica Robb
Committees
All the major planning for club activities takes place by Committees, who bring details to monthly club meetings for feedback and majority voting / approval. Here is a list of CVDC Committees.
- Drive — plan club drives, scout new locations, take care of logistics
- Programs — plan club programs, contact speakers, provide info to Communications Committee
- Communications — communicate with club members via email, print and web (website, Long Lines, email blasts)
- Nominating – compile and propose the Officer slate for annual election
If you would like to learn more about, or join a committee, please let us know!