Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, as one of the major land managers of the peninsula, has supported Woodside’s history by allowing the continued use of horses on their holdings. During the early planning process of Thornewood Open Space, the historic Schilling Trail running from the lower portion of Old La Honda Road up to Schilling Lake was a major factor. Matt Freeman and Meredith Manning, with the help of other MROSD team members, listened to input from not only the neighboring residents but also the equestrian community. From this input a new realignment of the historic Schilling Trail was developed which is now called the Bridle Trail. While addressing environmental concerns of the area, MROSD was able to allow the continued enjoyment of Thornewood for hiking and equestrian purposes. The Bridle Trail is another example of a major landowner of Woodside helping to preserve the equestrian life style of this community. As such, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District well deserves being recognized with the Woodside Trails Appreciation award of 2009.