Join the Horse Patrol

We are always looking for top quality Rangers and horses. If you or someone you know has the desire and talent to train as a mounted Ranger, give us a call!

New members should expect to train alongside both the cadets and active Rangers during their initial training period. Cadet training is sometimes mounted and sometimes classroom-based; active Ranger training is always mounted, and occurs on one weekend day each month from April to October. The majority of our training is held in Grand Isle County.

Elevation to full Ranger and Ranger mount status is based on skill attainment, rather than days in training. Once you have attained Ranger status you will be placed on the active duty roster where you will be notified of events and situations. Each Ranger is expected to commit to riding in the field with the unit at least four times each year.

The expense of Ranger training is borne by the unit. Stipends to defray mount related costs are occasionally available on an event-by-event basis to active duty Rangers. When available, stipends are distributed evenly among each Ranger based on time on duty at that event.

The Vermont Mounted Response Unit is actively seeking feed and equipment sponsors to further defray the cost of maintaining each horse in the unit.