In the early 80s there was a group called The Molson Valley Driving and Chowder Society. It was a small group of friends who went on driving picnics, sometimes on the dirt roads of Westport Island. It was completely informal and friendly, driving followed by the above refreshments!

The 'New' Maine Driving Club began in the 90s. Judith Bean-Calhoun, its  first president, reports that within a short time the Club grew to include over 80 members and sponsored clinicians, shows and regular meetings. 

The mission of the Maine Driving Club is to encourage and promote the sport of equine driving.  We offer training, education, and information to our members in the various phases of pleasure and competitive driving, as well as pleasure horse ownership.  We provide a forum for people interested in the sport of driving in the State of Maine to come together for social activities and to share ideas and information

The MDC welcomes all who have an interest in carriages or driving, regardless of age, skill level or the type of driving you do.    Beginner drivers and those who would just like to "ride along" are also encouraged to join us!

MDC Officers  for 2011!

            President:         Beth Steinke           

            Vice President:     Mary Rich                  

              Treasurer:          Paula Leavitt            

                Secretary:         Denise Dimitre            

                          Publicity:          Nancy Wines-DeWan    

           Juniors:            Mary Fowler                 

 

              Executive Committees:

            Scholarship:   Patsy O’Brien