The Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard (2GHG) sponsored its annual Spring Trail Ride on May 4.

Teams were invited to begin their rides on the 2GHG grounds between 8 and 11 am.

On May 10, members of the Second Company — members only, no horses — participated in Powder House Day in New Haven, with all other state militia units also represented.

The local unit will participate in the Woodbury Memorial Day Parade on Saturday, May 24; Brookfield Memorial Day Parade on Sunday, May 25; and Danbury Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26.

The Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard is an all-volunteer state organized militia unit, originally formed to protect and escort the Governor. As an active Cavalry Unit, 2GHG continues to serve the Governor and the State of Connecticut at the direction of the Connecticut Army National Guard, under the command of the Adjutant General.

The main duties of the unit are as a ceremonial unit, partaking in parades and public educational service to schools, scouting groups, and special needs.

One of the oldest cavalry units in continuous service in the United States, 2GHG was chartered in 1808 and has had a history throughout the years of dedicated service and to the preservation of the Cavalry in Connecticut.

2GHG is headquartered at 4 Trades Lane. Call 203-270-6203, email 2GHG.CTMD@ct.gov, or visit facebook.com/2GHG1808 for additional information.