Louisiana was the 18th state in the USA; it became a state in 1812. The state's nickname happens to be Sportsman's Paradise, with books written about the wildlife and wetlands. Louisiana has around 20 State Parks each park carefully chosen for outstanding riding, hiking, fishing, biking, birding and nature trails. Most feature bodies of water, campsites and picnic areas. Riding the backroads of Louisiana, will allow you to savor the food, and feel the pulse of the music and people that make this State one of the most exciting and diverse tourist areas in the United States http://directory.localriding.com/%cat_tags%/ en-us Established in 1975, the Southern Eventing and Dressage Association (formerly LMDCTA) is a non-profit, educational organization founded to foster an interest in, and understanding of, the equestrian sports of Dressage and Eventing. <br><br> SEDA belongs to USEF Zone 7, is a Region 9 Group Member Organization of the United States Dressage Federation, and an Area III & V Affiliate of the United States Eventing Association. With over 150 members, SEDA is one of the largest USDF affiliated clubs in Region 9 and growing. Our members primarily hail from Louisiana and Mississippi. <br><br> Club activities include educational events, schooling and recognized shows, clinics, seminars, tack sales, and an Annual Awards Program. SEDA's award winning newsletter, Off Course, is published bi-monthly as a service to its members. <br><br> We invite you to join us in supporting the sports of Dressage and Eventing in our area by becoming a member! http://www.sedariders.org/ 1.00