The author believes that our rule-change process must be more open and inclusive.

Once again, with the U.S. Hunter Jumper Annual Meeting fast approaching, Dec. 7-10, in St. Petersburg, Fla., we’re hearing about rule change proposals that will significantly change how our sport operates.

For years I’ve complained about the tardiness of notifying the membership about these proposals, but the situation never seems to improve. This is one of the changes that we need.