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THE ART OF BEEKEEPING

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— William Shakespeare, King Henry V For some beekeeping is a job, but for many others it is an art form creating life-changing results. From dealing with pests and mites, to bears and diseases, beekeeping is not easy, but its challenges are sweetened by high levels of reward. Middleburg’s beekeepers are deeply passionate about their trade and hope to raise awareness about the beauty of beekeeping and the sophistication of honeybees.

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Beekeeping | From page 4 come to mind. But Mary Wolfe, a beekeeper at The Goodstone Inn & Restaurant, sees so much more.

“Bees are the only insect that provide food for people. They are amazing builders. They carry pollens to the hive, [build] honeycomb, pack the honey in, seal it with wax,” she said, continuing to describe the complexity and organization of a single hive. “There are worker

bees, guard bees, nurse bees, and undertaker bees. They all work together in the hive.

Everything they do is just amazing.”

Wolfe has managed Goodstone’s bees for the past four years, where she collaborates with beekeepers Cole Lemaster and Germain Orizo-Lopez to oversee the four hives. Her goal for the next year is to add more hives and produce enough honey for the restaurant to include it on the menu.

In addition to the Inn’s hives, she also has three hives of her own, and believes in drawing a greater awareness to beekeeping’s importance. “If bees disappeared, we would have issues with food,” she said, “Without bees doing the pollinating, there’d be a lot less fruit and vegetables. It is because of bees that we have food.”

Goodstone’s honey is sold in their gift shop. Guests interested in learning more about the beekeeping program should contact the Inn to arrange a tour. www.goodstone.com JOAN GARDINER, UNISON HONEY A tile maker by trade, Joan Gardiner has always been fascinated by insects. She started beekeeping 12 years ago and hasn’t looked back. Her hives are located on her three-acre property in Unison, the place she calls home.

She describes Unison as a great location for bees – it’s wild, uncultivated, and filled with goldenrod, which provides valuable sources of pollen and nectar, and

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offers diversity for her bees.

Gardiner’s bees produced 650 pounds of honey in 2016, and have made almost as much in 2017.

“Honeybees are more than just an insect – they are a superorganism,” Gardiner said, “Together they can do things [other] insects can’t do, from regulating their body temperature, to storing food together, and building complex communities. Ants are superorganisms too, but you can’t work with

them. With a honeybee, you can actually lift a frame out of the hive and see them doing these things.”

She appreciates that more people are beekeeping, and is grateful for The Salamander Resort & Spa and The Goodstone Inn & Restaurant having hives on their property and drawing a greater awareness to local honey and beekeeping. “It’s being a little bit of an ambassador,” she said, “It’s saying: ‘Bees are here [on our property], [their honey] is on our menu. We care about bees and you should too.’” www.unisonpottery.com GARDINER MULFORD, MAIDSTONE MEADERY Fighting spring allergies was the incentive for Gardiner Mulford to start beekeeping, and its results made him fall in love with honey harvesting. He began experimenting with mead a couple years later and hasn’t looked back. As the owner of Delaplane’s Maidstone Meadery, he’s been beekeeping for 10 years and making mead for 8. His 24 hives produce over 1,000 pounds of honey each year.

“Honey is the greatest, best, tastiest agriculture product on earth,” he said, “It is full of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and carbohydrates.”

He hopes to open a discussion about the problem of pesticides in the United States, and is deeply concerned about the future of bees. Since 2006, Virginia has lost over 30%

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of its hives because of the neonicotinoid pesticide, a chemical toxic to bees. Mulford discussed the way it creates vulnerable hives that can be easily overcome by pests, because hives are not strong enough to defend themselves. Europe banned the neonicotinoid pesticide because of the high risk posed to honeybees, and he hopes the U.S. also chooses to protect one of nature’s most useful creatures. www.maidstonemeadery.com

JIM CRUNK, FOX MILL FARM & APIARY Jim Crunk grew up on a Tennessee farm and has been working with bees off and on since he was 9 years old. Now, at 71, he has been keeping bees consistently for the past 10 years. His company Fox Mill Farm & Apiary offers beekeeping services by managing hives in Northern Virginia. He established the hives at Middleburg’s Greenhill Winery & Vineyards and managed them for three years, but recently left due to personal health reasons. He has scaled back the number of hives he owns, but has not lost an ounce of passion for the art of beekeeping.

He believes bees significantly impact the environment and provide many ways to improve people’s health. He described his understanding of bee stings providing relief from Lyme Disease, and local honey improving seasonal allergies.

Crunk’s advice to new beekeepers is twofold: “Beekeeping is not easy. It takes a lot of time. But it is interesting and it is rewarding.”

He highly recommends joining a local beekeepers association – like the Loudoun Beekeepers Association – to find mentors, take classes, ask questions, and receive support during the early stages of beekeeping. ML www.foxmillapiary.com On p. 4: Honeybees at Maidstone Meadery.

Left: Gardiner Mulford and daughter with bees.

Right: Beekeeping.

Beetles, Bats & Biologists At Bull Run Mountains Conservancy Story and photos by Callie Broaddus

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Conservancy | From page 7 the board and staff at the Bull Run Mountains Conservancy, it’s more likely to call to mind the popular joke structure than a synergistic team of environmentalists.

If you grew up in the area, you’ve probably heard of the organization, which operates from their “Mountain House” on Beverley Mill Drive in Broad Run. But, if you’re like me — at least until I started researching for this article — you’re just as likely to not know exactly what they do.

Since its inception under the name Friends of Bull Run in 1994, Bull Run Mountains Conservancy has pulled local talent from diverse backgrounds to accomplish its goals of education, research and stewardship. Aside from its board and staff, the group has inspired a much larger pool of passionate and dedicated volunteers who are the arms and legs that give scope to the group’s accomplishments.

At the backbone of the organization’s goals is a commitment to science. So when founding board member and President Andrea Currier brought on biologist Michael Kieffer as executive director 18 years ago, it was a natural fit.

“He’s a dedicated educator,” Currier says.

“He has an interest and passion and background in science, so he brings rigor to education; it’s not superficial.”

That much is evident. Kieffer is currently running his 18th series of summer camps, where he teaches kids about the diverse fauna and natural systems that make the Bull Run Mountains so important to science and to the health of our regional ecosystems.

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research program, which is all about better stewardship for the land,” says Kieffer.

The research underwritten and supported by the Bull Run Mountains Conservancy and its volunteer base has included multiyear studies and surveys on moths, snakes, beetles, bats, water quality, aquatic life and American Chestnut trees on Bull Run Mountain — which backs up to the organization’s headquarters — and many surrounding areas. They supported ecologist Gary Fleming’s 2001 comprehensive documentation of ecological communities on the preserve, as well as two of Marty Martin’s five-plus decades of rattlesnake research.

These studies are performed in a large part by the Conservancy’s hundreds of stead-

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fast volunteers, who understand that studies that seem narrow — doing a beetle survey, for example — actually provide critical data to analyze the health of the region over time.

Kieffer walks through the thought process behind one such study: “So the beetles.

Let’s say the climate keeps changing. Does the beetle fauna here change? Does it diminish?

Does it become more of a southern fauna that you’d see farther south? Does the beetle fauna go farther north?”

To the Bull Run Mountains Conservancy, these questions matter. “This is just a teeny pixel point on a huge whole world,” says Kieffer. “But I’d like to think that by doing this and having the volunteers so passionate, and Conservancy | Page 9

Conservancy | From page 8 getting the little money to pay these biologists to come out and survey bats or what have you, it’s providing this…at least a pixel point.

Without the information, we have nothing.”

Much of the data the Conservancy has gathered is compared to benchmarks from a survey performed by Harry Ardell Allard in the 1930s and 1940s, when the U.S. Department of Agriculture botanist collected close to 15,000 specimens in a 33-square mile area including what is now the Bull Run Mountains Natural Area Preserve, an entity now owned and controlled by the Virginia Outdoors Foundation.

“So you take the bat survey or the beetle survey now, and you flash forward 70 or 80 years. They’re going to look back at this and have a pixel point of real information,” Kieffer explains. “All of a sudden, what’s just inventory now becomes a study later, because you have that inventory work. And that’s what the program’s about. That’s what the kids get.”

Fourteen-year-old Vinny was a camper at the Conservancy’s summer programs and has returned as an intern for the second time. The day’s topic is snakes, building off Martin’s 55 years of research on the Preserve. “Snakes are my favorite,” says Vinny. “A couple times ago,

I found a hognose snake!”

The enthusiasm of campers and interns returning year after year, the tens of thou-

He has an interest and passion and background in science, so he brings rigor to education; it's not superficial.

- Andrea Currier sands of hours put in by volunteers to assist with cleanup and research, a diverse and vested board of directors and a successful

track record of adhering to the mission are the mark of this grassroots organization.

Looking forward, Currier says, “We continue to offer educational events; we continue to host the public events, trying to educate people on what is a Natural Area Preserve, as opposed to a park, as opposed to a come-onecome-all, as opposed to locking people out.

We continue to underwrite science, which we feel keeps us credible, because we don’t want to be ‘lite.’ We want to be substantial and always girded in reality and science.”

For more information on this organization visit brmconservancy.org. ML

On p. 7: Bull Run Mountains Conservancy Board President Andrea Currier, Executive Director Michael Kieffer and Research Director Anna Ritter, stopping for a picture before spending a hot day outside, teaching summer campers about local snakes. On p. 8, top: The newly renovated Mountain House serves as the headquarters of the Bull Run Mountains Conservancy. It is open to the public from 8AM – 4PM Monday through Friday. On p.

8, below: A bright male American Goldfinch grabs a snack in the Mountain House garden. The headquarters, located on Beverley Mill Drive in Broad Run, is a great place to spot birds, butterflies, and other local fauna.

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“Traditions start somewhere,” declared Manuel H. Johnson, Chairman of the Board for the National Sporting Library & Museum, “and many of the traditions for the Polo Classic started last year when we moved to Great Meadow. We sensed something special would happen last year under our banner, ‘Great Expectations at Great Meadow,’ and this year

“A polo handicap is a person’s ticket to the world.”

—Winston Spencer Churchill, a polo player for 4th Queen's Own Hussars our banner ‘Building Traditions Along the Boards’ seems especially apt.”

Traditions abound indeed. Play on the field, accompanied by the pageantry of honor guards, bagpipers and hunting hounds found root last year. Viewing and dining under a pavilion, tailgating along the boards and picnicking from an elevated end zone all return.

Many players from last year’s matches will play again. Artist Greg Montgomery returns with specially commissioned art appropriately titled “The Pinnacles.” The two-match format, first inaugurated last year, continues again this year.

The Founders Cup Match, set at four-

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Great Meadow | From page 11 chukkers, features a returning British Military Team captained by Major Mark Cann, last year’s MVP for the Cup. Opposing the British Team is a new entrant, a Dubai Team, captained by Steve Thompson, founder of the Dubai Polo Academy, adding an international flair to the Founders Cup, first played last year. The match will start at 11 a.m.

The Mars Cup Match, the six-chukker afternoon match, will feature two teams returning from last year. The Beverly Equestrian/Cria Yatay team will be captained by international polo star Nacho Figueras and sponsored by local business executive Bill Ballhaus. “We have successfully organized winning teams in Argentina, South Africa and the U.S., and partnered to bring high performance Argentine polo ponies to the American market,” said Ballhaus.

The Greenhill Winery & Vineyards Team will be captained by John Gobin, Great Meadow Polo Club Manager, and sponsored by David Greenhill. Greenhill is the Co-owner of Satcom Direct, providing satellite communications to business jets and military government aviation worldwide, and also the owner of Greenhill Winery and Middleburg Life.

“I look forward to captaining the Green-

hill Team again,” said Gobin. “We had a great time last year and promise another exciting Polo Classic at Great Meadow.”

Greenhill was last year’s Mars Cup MVP. Gobin repeats this year as the Classic’s Polo Master, responsible for everything on the field.

Adding to the pageantry of the day, the U.S. Army’s mounted “Old Guard” from Arlington will again present the colors and players for both matches, led across the field by the St. Andrew’s Society Pipes & Drums.

Orange County Hounds, led by Huntsman Reg Spreadborough, will repeat their parade between matches.

“More than 800 guests are anticipated this year,” said Polo Classic Chair Juliana E. May. “We’ve added additional tables under the Founders Pavilion, and a limited number of tents and furnishings along the tailgate boards.”

May also expressed how grateful she was for the wonderful support from sponsors and patrons. Salamander Hotels & Resorts returns as the “Event Sponsor” and is joined by many repeat and several new sponsors. “This is the only fundraising event for NSLM each year, and we plan to make this year’s Classic as memorable as we can,” May said.

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sporting life in all its manifestations. It showcases not only our splendid Virginia countryside, but more importantly, the NSLM’s role in preserving and promoting the sporting life through literature and art,” said Melanie Leigh Mathewes, NSLM Executive Director. “We welcome everyone to join us for this exciting day.”

Traditions are building. ML On p. 11: John Gobin (left) and Bill Ballhaus (right) battle for control at the 2016 NSLM Polo Classic.

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ABOUT “THE PINNACLES” Artist Greg Montgomery had a very definite vision of what he wanted to do when commissioned to create this year’s Polo Classic artwork: “With this, our second Polo Classic poster, we wanted to showcase the world-class players in close-up polo action played out before a background of handsome patrons under the pinnacles of the great viewing pavilion. The title of this piece, ‘The Pinnacles,’ came easily," observed artist Greg Montgomery, “the pinnacles of the tent, the most successful point, culmination — of attendees, players, ponies and place.”

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HALF A WORLD AWAY TURKS & WHAT?

By Beth Rasin

Fifteen years ago, Dave and Melinda Volkert left Middleburg to embark on a real-life Caribbean adventure.

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hey met in Middleburg amid stables and steeplechases, but before long Dave and Melinda Volkert were diving headfirst into a passion further afield.

This one involved sharks and snorkels, and it was more than 1,200 miles from Middleburg.

Dave, a Middleburg native, and Melinda (née Goslin), a California transplant first drawn to the area by the equestrian offerings, were introduced by a mutual friend in what was Magpie’s Café (now Red Horse Tavern).

They married in December 1999 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Middleburg, and within three years they’d taken the plunge to purchase a Caribbean scuba diving business.

“Fifteen and a half years ago, while on a scuba diving vacation in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the opportunity to buy Provo Turtle Divers, the oldest dive shop on Prov-

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idenciales, was presented to us,” said Melinda. “We said yes very quickly, setting the wheels in motion to change our lives forever.

Six months later, we became the proud new owners of a thriving dive operation on a small island south of the Bahamas. We weren't just moving; we were moving overseas to a foreign country!”

They’d been diving in Kona, Hawaii, Curaçao, Belize, Honduras, Mexico, the Bahamas, the Caymans and Tortola before selecting “Provo,” which boasts some of the best beaches in the world in addition to spectacular diving, with wall dives that descend more than 7,000 feet through scintillating sea life.

They were also lured to the Caribbean by “the carefree lifestyle of living on an island,” said Melinda.

But it was no small endeavor.

“I was tasked with making all the arrangements to export our one dog, five cats (two barn cats and three house cats), our car and a 40-foot container with all our personal house and barn items that we thought we’d want or need,” said Melinda. “Having never lived on an island, it was really hard deciding what we should ship.

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“I had to pick a date that the truck was picking up the shipping container,” she said.

“We were supposed to only have it for five days, but luckily a little snowstorm bought me an extra week. That’s when the move became real. Before that, I think we were living a surreal dream. We were quitting our jobs, selling the condo, dispersing the horses (I had five at the time) and moving our entire lives and pets to a tiny island that no one had ever heard of. ‘The Turks and what?’ was a common question that my friends asked me.”

Melinda and Dave loved their lives in Middleburg, where Melinda was an IT support manager and webmaster active in eventing, foxhunting and point-to-point racing, and Dave had worked for the state government, was a diving instructor and retail manager. Along with diving, Dave was an avid tennis player at the Middleburg Tennis Club, of which his father David was one of the founders.

“But the lure of giving it all up to live on a tiny island and be scuba instructors was too hard to resist!” said Melinda. “Swimming with sharks, turtles and more fish than we World | Page 15

AN INTERNATIONAL ANIMAL LOVER World | From page 14 could name and showing visitors what an amazing backyard we have underwater have been so rewarding. We have a combination of the most extraordinary shades of blue [water] against the white sand beaches, teaming with an abundance of marine life.”

Melinda still can’t believe this is their life.

“We take people scuba diving in our backyard for a living,” she said. “Sharing our passion with strangers makes a perfect environment to form new lasting friendships. It also helps entice our longtime friends to come on down for a visit in paradise.”

She estimates about 20 friends from Middleburg and elsewhere have come to Provo to dive or visit, and the small island has a familiar feel to the Volkerts.

“Living on a small island is very much like living in a small community like Middleburg,” said Dave. “We see people we know wherever we go.”

But even with their feet in the sand and an ocean to explore, they haven’t forgotten their roots in Middleburg. “I miss walking around to all my favorite shops,” said Melinda. “I especially miss the Fun Shop, Danks Deli [now Middleburg Deli], The Upper Crust and

walking into the post office and being greeted by my name. I miss the beautiful countryside and all the quaint, winding roads that lead in and out of Middleburg.

“And the weather!” she said with a laugh.

“We miss seasons! Here we have ‘always sweating,’ with daytime temps in the upper 80s and nighttime in the mid-80s. Where’s all that snow and ice that we used to curse?

But, we’re very lucky to have trade winds year-round and, of course, an amazing white sand beach with the world’s third-largest barrier reef to play in.

“We’d like to return [to Middleburg] someday, maybe when we retire,” she added. “After 15 years, we still have to pinch ourselves to remind us that our jobs are real — we dive with sharks! And turtles, and amazing things like humpback whales in the wintertime, and wild dolphins and rays!”

In the meantime, whenever they return for a visit, they make sure to hit The Upper Crust, where Melinda goes for a cowpuddle and Dave gets a ham and cheese croissant. ML On p. 14: Melinda Volkert (left), shown with her husband Dave Volkert, of Provo Turtle Divers in the Turks & Caicos Islands.

When Dave and Melinda Volkert decided to move to the Caribbean, Melinda had a few reservations about leaving behind the horses that had always been at the center of her life.

“I intended to ship a horse down to the island. But after spending about six months here, I realized I would be selfish to bring down a horse that was used to living in green fields of grass in Virginia,” she said. “Our island is very dry, and not much grows here. All hay and grain is imported, and the horses here live in small paddocks. I adopted two island ponies instead, one that I ride occasionally.”

Still, she needed her animal fix, so she began volunteering with the local SPCA and a dog rescue group called Potcake Place (the island dogs are called “potcakes”), and she started fostering puppies.

“We’ve had over 200 foster pups over the last couple of years, and we’ve managed to fail at fostering a few times,” she said with a laugh.

Their current animal count includes four dogs, four cats, two ponies and a goat.

In addition to being a scuba instructor and running the dive business, Melinda also works part-time at the local veterinary clinic. “No matter where I live, I couldn’t imagine living without pets and animals in my life,” she said.

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UVA POLO, CHARACTER & COMMUNITY Story by Elaine Anne Watt Photos courtesy of Lou Lopez

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Virginia Polo is an independently funded club sport at UVA relying primarily on donations from alumni, polo organizations and other enthusiasts. All club, Junior Varsity and Varsity players are required to participate in the care, feeding, grooming and management of the horses and facilities through rotating assignments while undertaking their studies.

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as 60 donated horses at any given time, it is an incubator for novice polo players as well as seasoned riders. It also provides a second chance for “retiring” professional polo horses to continue to play, and for whom homes will be found after they have finished their time at Virginia Polo.

The stated mission of Virginia Polo is “to instill in each student the merits of responsibility, hard work, dedication, the rewards of fellowship, working as a team and the ability to compete in an intercollegiate sport on the national level. These are valuable lessons that endure in the students personal and professional lives after college.” In addition, the club offers opportunities for youth as young as 10, middle school and high school students to attend summer camps and play on the Virginia Juniors Teams, lessons and clinics extending to players throughout the mid-Atlantic region and league play at every skill level giving people from all walks of life an opportunity to experience the sport of polo.

Coach Lou Lopez has been at the helm of Virginia Polo for the last 14 years and takes great pride in the fact that anyone attending UVA can join the club program and learn to play. Many of these young students would never have the opportunity to do so anywhere else, and some have gone on to obtain great jobs or even seek a career in polo. Virginia Polo is now one of if not the largest polo

clubs in the country and attracts top players from around the world and the United States, but it still looks to develop many local players from Charlottesville, Middleburg, Warrenton and Virginia Hunt country.

With great affection in his voice, Lopez spoke of the examples of Julia Steiner who operates Foxlease Polo Club in Upperville, Julia Smith who currently spends a good deal of her time working at The International Polo Club and playing in Middleburg and Wellington, Florida, and Isabella Wolf who can be seen in local Middleburg events and in Santa Barbara, California.

These three young women are pursuing equestrian careers, and all are involved in sharing their knowledge of the sport of polo with others. Steiner manages many youth tournaments and charitable events that benefit the Middleburg Humane Society. Lopez expressed the importance of “developing the whole person, and of creating lifetime relationships with his players,” inspiring them to use their gifts wisely.

Steiner spoke highly of her time as a member of the Virginia Polo teams. She felt that she met many of her best friends there and through competing at the intercollegiate level. She remembered many of the participants in the club teams had never played polo before, and that because of the generosity of others, they were able to experience the love

of the game.

Costs at the collegiate level through Virginia Polo remain largely affordable, though continuing in the sport can be prohibitively expensive. That’s one of the reasons why having the chance to develop in such an exceptional program has been so important to these students. They have been able to be introduced into the equestrian world at large, allowing them to expand their networks and be mentored or sponsored as they’ve moved toward careers in the sport.

Steiner also is pleased that “polo is growing, with more women and kids than ever.”

She currently splits her time between her family’s Foxlease Farm from April through October, and Wellington, Florida. In addition to playing at Great Meadow, the Gulfstream Polo Club, Grand Champions Polo Club and other events, she manages horses year-round both here and there.

Smith recalled that it was at “UVA where I grew up as a player, person and leader.” More than anywhere else in the country, she feels that the responsibilities required of participants in the polo program there “give you the confidence to make important decisions,” in all areas of your life.

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Polo | From page 19 them as always together, sharing their studies, their chores and their passion for polo, often quiet and strong presences on and off the field.

The recent tragic loss of Austin Burdick is an example of how the polo community comes together in difficult times. Fundraisers and scholarships in Burdick’s honor will continue his legacy of good sportsmanship, academic and athletic success and of giving generously to others. When faced with adversity inside the polo community or within the wider circles in which they live, there is a strong tradition of players rallying together to offer their support.

Wolf emotionally spoke of how transient polo can be as a sport, so the friendships that formed as early as age 11 amongst the “kids” from the Middleburg area have sustained them as they travel around the country and when faced with the loss of Austin.

She said, “we sometimes forget how incredibly fortunate we’ve been having grown up together in this amazingly beautiful area where there were so many opportunities to pursue any kind of horse sport.” Now, “we all want to make an effort to be a little bit closer, to pull together.”

Other members of past UVA Virginia Polo teams have continued to have an impact in our community and farther afield. In addition to revitalizing Rutledge Farm into a growing presence in the local polo scene from its origin as a thoroughbred breeding operation, Aleco Bravo-Greenberg, his late-step-father, mother and the late William Rickman have donated 872 acres to Montgomery County, Virginia, to create Woodstock Equestrian Park. Bravo-Greenberg is currently developing indoor and outdoor facilities to host competitive and club polo and riding events.

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tional championship UVA teams is Derek Sifton of Toronto, Canada. Sifton has served on the board of directors for Virginia Polo and currently remains in an advisory capacity. An accomplished entrepreneur, Sifton continues as a leader of the Toronto Polo Club founded by his father and a major force in health care philanthropy through its Polo For Heart annual charity events that have raised over $5 million for medical facilities and equipment.

In commenting on his years at UVA, Sifton said he “feels strongly tied to Virginia and the many benefits he experienced while a student there.” He has tried to continue his father’s effort to fight polo’s lingering elitist image as the “Sport of Kings,” and he insists that there is a “lot more to it than getting on a horse ... 20 percent is what you do on the horse, the rest is what you do off of it.”

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opportunity to do so at Virginia. He has passed on his love of polo to his two sons who now share the family “addiction.”

We don’t have to look far to see the many ways that polo continues to shape our community and support local businesses and charities. The National Sporting Library & Museum, the Middleburg Humane Foundation, the Great Meadow Foundation and many others benefit from the healthy presence of this sport in our midst. And, thanks in part to Virginia Polo at UVA, the values and character that it instills and its connection to our area, we will continue to experience the everyday worth of polo. ML On p. 18: 2017 UVA National Champs. Above: Coach Lou Lopez with UVA Polo Teams. Below: 2011 Men's National championship team with UVA's President Sullivan.

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WOMEN GIVING BACK

Gives Back-ToSchool A Boost

By Anne Sraders

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ith the back-to-school season quickly approaching, there are countless items on the agenda to check off. However, amid the hectic weeks prefacing the start of school, it can be easy to forget those who cannot afford back-to-school supplies.

Answering these needs every year is Women Giving Back, a nonprofit organization providing clothing and school supplies to women and children in need. The organization’s president and founder Terri Stagi claims its aim is rather simple.

“I think we’re providing dignity and grace to women and children in crisis,” Stagi said.

Celebrating its 10th year, Women Giving Back has grown from operating out of a closet to now serving more than 6,000 women and children every year in their warehouse in Sterling, Virginia. The organization’s main events occur on the second Saturday of every month, where qualified clients in need peruse aisles of clothing, shopping with dignity.

“It is not like a thrift store or a hand out,” said Nicole Morris, operations manager at Women Giving Back. “It’s really an experience for them.”

While the scope of its impact has reached from Loudoun County to Fairfax, it’s the personal, everyday interactions that Stagi claims are the most significant.

“I remember, there was this mom and daughter, and it turns out that I think the mom probably had some drug or mental issue which landed them in the shelter,” Stagi said. “But the daughter had gotten a full scholarship to the University of Virginia’s architecture school, so she would go to Giving | Page 24

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Giving | From page 22 UVA and then come home to the shelter on the weekends or breaks. None of her friends knew. So that was kind of the first, ‘Oh, this is the face of homelessness.’ It’s not what we typically think. You know, they look just like you and me.”

Enabling students to blend in with their peers, says Stagi, is one of the principle ways the organization is impacting children at school.

“These poor kids don’t have anything,” Stagi said. “They don’t have the shoes to wear or a change of clothes, so what we can give them here helps them to seamlessly fit in so that their friends don’t know that they’re homeless or in a program.”

The new clothes give children an ease and confidence around their friends.

“It’s the same as you and I,” Stagi said.

“If we go out and we know we look good, we do better. [It’s the same for] these kids, just the grin on their face when we’re checking them out, and you look and they've got brand new tennis shoes or they’ve got a cool new sports shirt...”

While the organization specializes in meeting the needs of others, the benefits of volunteering have certainly had an impact on those who serve.

“I think the biggest take-away here is that it will change your life,” Stagi said. “I personally had not done that much volunteering before we had started this, and I had no idea what it would do to you. You are hands-on, you are working with the people, and you can see the difference you’re making in their lives.

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In fact, Women Giving Back has had a surge in the number of teenage volunteers in recent years. To Stagi, the increase reflects how the message of the organization resonates with people.

“We have so many teens that are working here and volunteering, so that really kind of gives you a good feeling of how people are understanding that volunteerism has got to be part of your day,” Stagi said.

The back-to-school season at the organization means a boost of donations and programs that require all the volunteers they can get. “We do back-to-school supplies, and we’re in the middle of doing that,” Stagi said. “Our September store will have stuffed backpacks for all the kids, so right now that’s in full swing.”

Donations of packed backpacks or school supplies may be dropped off at any of Women Giving Back’s drop-off sites, including any M&T Bank.

In addition, Women Giving Back partners with Loudoun and Fairfax County Public Schools to meet the specific needs of the children in the school system. While Stagi says the program is still small, it’s growing, and she hopes to reach communities in Fauquier, Winchester and Prince William counties.

Women Giving Back partners with other organizations to provide extra services like styling advice, career workshops and arts and crafts for children. This “coalition” of partners, as Stagi coins it, allows Women Giving Back to offer additional services that go beyond clothing. In fact, with the help of their partners, the organization holds special events for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Halloween and more.

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Apart from public schools, Women Giving Back reaches special markets. “We just started doing a teen night, and so we’re about to do our second one,” Stagi said. “It’s just teenagers, and we’ve got people in here to help them pick stuff out, because you know that’s a special market. They want cool stuff, so we have to go through and pull all the stuff that we think they would want.”

Youth for Tomorrow, former Redskins coach Joe Gibbs’ organization, is another one, where volunteers at Women Giving Back pick special clothes designed to fit the dress codes.

While Women Giving Back has reached all kinds of markets, the feedback the organization seems to value most is from its small clients. “These kids walk in, and they’ll run up and hug you, because honestly this is the happy place in their life,” Stagi said. “They get to come in, we feed them, and they get to play with the toys with all the teen volunteers, and they get to take pretty things home with them.

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Women Giving Back has attracted support across the spectrum from local politicians like Barbara Comstock to fellow community members, all serving these families.

“Anything we can do to help them feel more normal, that’s our goal,” Stagi said.

Please visit www.womengivingback.org for more information on how to help ensure everyone is back-to-school-ready this year. ML On p. 22: Terri Stagi, president and founder, and Nicole Morris, operations manager. Above: A Women Giving Back Volunteer.

Mount Gordon Farm

Langhorne Farm Upperville, Virginia $3,990,000

Crest Hill

Hume, Virginia $3,600,000

Mayapple Farm

128 acres and immaculate 3 level, 13,000+ sq ft stone & shingle main house • 5 BR • 8 FP • Exceptional finishes on every floor • Caterer's kitchen • Elevator • Spa • Separate guest cottage • Pool • Farm manager residence • 3 additional tenant houses • 12 stall center-aisle stable • Pond • Extraordinary land w/incomparable views extending beyond the Blue Ridge Mts • Orange County Hunt Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

266 acres in Piedmont Hunt • Panoramic views of the Blue Ridge, Bull Run and Cobbler mountains which surround the whole property • Improvements include 4 farmhouses, an iconic red dairy barn and many agricultural buildings • Ponds and traditional stone walls • This working farm is protected by a Virginia Outdoors Foundation conservation easement which allows 2 parcels (703) 609-1905 Paul MacMahon

203 acres in Fauquier w/nearly 1 mile of Rappahannock river frontage • elegant stone & clapboard house • 5 BR 4 full & 3 1/2 baths • 4 fireplaces • wood floors • gourmet kitchen • gunnite pool w/stunning views overlooking Blue Ridge Mtns and private pond • situated amongst protected properties • 5 stall Jim Fletcher barn w/pristinely maintained paddocks, pasture and gdns • 2 car garage w/in-law suite • Old Dominion Hunt territory. VOF Easement.

Alix Coolidge (703) 625-1724

Mayapple Farm", purist delight • Original portion of house built in 1790 in Preston City, CT • House was dismantled and rebuilt at current site • Detail of work is museum quality • Log wing moved to site from WV circa 1830 • 4 BR, 4 full BA, 2 half BA, 7 FP & detached 2-car garage • Historic stone bank barn and log shed moved from Leesburg, VA. • Private, minutes from town. Frontage on Goose Creek.

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Merry Chase Farm

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Old Fox Den Farm

Prime Atoka Road location • 155.08 rolling & mostly useable acres • Beautiful setting, tree lined drive • Main house circa 1837 • 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 4 fireplaces • Improvements include 4 tenant houses, 3 barns, indoor and outdoor riding arenas

Understated elegance • Finely appointed home built in 1997 on 76 acres • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 half baths, 5600+ sq.ft. • Very private • 10 stall barn • 224 ft. X 128 ft. blue stone ring • Fine horse property • Choice ride-out • In conservation easement, bordered by farms in conservation easement

Restored 3 bedroom 1830's farmhouse on 65 acres • Multiple porches & fireplaces, lots of charm • Lovely pool, shared pond, 4 stall barn, workshop • Expansive mountain views, rolling open pasture & fully fenced elevated land • Gorgeous setting in the protected valley between Middleburg and The Plains • Conservation easement permits 2 more homes to complete the compound

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The Plains, Virginia $11,750,000

Marshall, Virginia $3,200,000

Middleburg, Virginia $2,295,000

Gracious home with 5 BRs • Gourmet kitchen • Two-story floor-to-ceiling window display of the Blue Ridge Mountains • 3 FPs, coffered ceilings, random width rustic cherry floors • Large home office, gym, rec room, multiple porches and patios • Three finished stories, approx. 10,000 sf. • Carriage house • Garage • Privately situated on 27 acres Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930 (703) 609-1905 Margaret Carroll (540) 454-0650

Willow Way Farm Middleburg, Virginia $1,500,000

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Prime Middleburg location • House completely redone in 2004 • Hill top setting with panoramic mountain views • 3 BR • 3.5 BA • Main level master suite • Pine floors • Beautiful millwork • 3 FP • Attached 2-car garage • Beautiful windows • Gracious room sizes • 4-stall barn • Riding ring • In-ground pool • Lovely gardens • 31.05 acres recorded in 3 parcels Paul MacMahon

Custom-built stone & stucco home in historic Mountville • Approx 7,000 sf on 3 levels • 4+ BR include 1st floor master • Gourmet kitchen • 2nd fl media room • Finished LL w game room, exec room & ample storage • Home office with T-1 line & VIP security system & home automation • 4 stone patios, gardens, mature trees in serene setting with mountain views • 3-car garage • Gated entrance • Pond & barn Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 (703) 609-1905 Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

Kildare

The Pond House

Private 6+ acres in a lovely setting just 3 miles from town of Middleburg • Stucco home with 5 bedrooms • Traditional yet open floor plan • Hardwood floors • Wood burning fireplace • Front porch, rear deck, patio & pool • 2 bay garage and main level master suite • Very pretty lot with mature trees and old stone walls

3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths • 3300 sq. ft. home on one level • On beautiful, large pond close to Millwood • 20 acres • Very private • Contemporary stone home completely renovated in 2017 • Open floor plan • New kitchen • High end Thermidor appliances • New oak floors • New ceramic bathrooms • New Anderson windows & doors • New roof – New HVAC • Viewshed beyond pond in conserv’ easement.

Middleburg, Virginia $850,000

Helen MacMahon

Berryville, Virginia $795,000

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Middleburg, Virginia $3,400,000

The Plains, Virginia $1,900,000

Millwood, Virginia $1,995,000

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Stoneway

Cobbler Springs

Well designed stucco single story • 3 BR • 4 full BA • 2 half BA • Master bedroom w/his and hers dressing room/bathroom en suite • Library • Sun-filled sitting room-dining room • Kitchen with breakfast nook and chef’s caliber appliances • 2 FP • Large mudroom off 2 car garage • Cutting garden • Nestled on 10 private wooded acres in sought after Orange County hunt Alix Coolidge (703) 625-1724

Very private setting, minutes from Rt. 66 • Hilltop setting with mountain views and shared frontage on 5+ acre lake • Complete renovation in 2016 • 5 bedrooms • 5 1/2 baths • 2 fireplaces • 2-car garage • large rear deck, front porch & gardens • 6,000 sf of living space on 12.03 acres • Master suite on the main level. Old Dominion Hunt Territory.

Cub Drive

Pleasant Vale Road

The Plains, Virginia $1,225,000

Marshall, Virginia $885,000

Paul MacMahon

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Delaplane, Virginia $600,000

Marshall, Virginia $749,000

Great Fauquier County location • Small tract surrounded by large farms • Home built by current owner • 4 BR, 3.5 BA & 2 FP, huge 2-car attached garage • Room under garage can be used as a wine cellar • Shades in all rooms • New flooring throughout most of 1st floor & upstairs bathrooms • Freshly painted • Basement had been workshop • 6.84 acres, fruit trees, stone walls, mountain views (703) 609-1905 (703) 609-1905 Paul MacMahon

House built by current owner in 2003 • 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths • fireplace • screened porch overlooks Cub Run and Rappahannock River • Hardwood floors • county kitchen with Viking Stove • Hardiplank & brick exterior • 13.62 wooded and private acres.

(540) 247-5408 Paul MacMahon

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GREAT MEADOW INTERNATIONAL FEI NATIONS CUP Story and photos by Callie Broaddus

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t was a second Nations Cup for Great Meadow, a second win for Team USA, and a second individual Great Meadow International CICO*** victory for Jennie Brannigan and Nina Gardner’s Cambalda.

Thirty-two individual horse and rider combinations from four countries came to compete in the Great Meadow International, presented

by Adequan®, held July 7 – 9, 2017. This event has the added designation as an FEI Nations Cup™, the only Nations Cup of eventing held in North America.

Hometown hero Lynn Symansky took home the red ribbon with a great ride on Donner. Symansky and Boyd Martin, who finished 10th on Steady Eddie, were alternates, but got the call-up to Team USA due to injuries forcing two other riders out.

The winning US Team was rounded out by Brannigan on Cambalda and Olympic Gold Medalist Phillip Dutton on I’m Sew Ready. “Boyd and Lynn are very experienced riders and I think everybody was mature about it and took it in their stride. We’re glad to have people like that come in,” said Dutton of the last-minute change for the team.

The second-place team was Team Great Britain, with Selena O’Hanlon on Foxwood High in 5th, Jessica Phoenix on Pavarotti in 6th, Waylon Roberts on Kelecyn Cognac in 8th and Lisa Marie Fergusson, who finished in 16th.

Third place team award went to Team Canada with Nicky Roncoroni on Watts Burn taking 4th, Emily Llewellyn on Emirati Night Sky taking 9th.

Matthew Heath on One of a Kind and Justine Dutton on Jak My Style did not finish Sunday’s course.

Internationally trusted course designer Mike Etherington-Smith returned to Great Meadow to switch up his cross-country course, which received praise from riders for its level of technicality.

Nicky Roncoroni of Team Great Britain, who took home an individual 4th aboard Watts Burn, was a first-timer at Great Meadow. “I would like to say, with regards to the footing and the presentation of the course, that it is really up there. … It’s just exquisite course building, and huge credit to them and also to everybody that’s prepared the ground. … This is just absolutely spot on.”

Praise for the event organization and presentation was echoed down the news conference bench all weekend. “This is an incredible venue,” said Dutton. “You know, it’s got it all — a country atmosphere, a great arena, but then it’s got terrain for the cross-country … It’s an honor to be here and to ride here.” ML

Photos: 1. Lynn Symansky, Jennie Brannigan, Boyd Martin and Phillip Dutton. 2. Local rider Jan Byyny on Inmidair, owned by Jan, Richard and Jo Byyny.

Byyny finished 7th individually. 3. Hold your breath! Evan Coluccio attempting six and a half feet bareback on Fluttershy. After securing the win, Coluccio thrilled the crowds by continuing to raise the bar.

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333 acres @ $8,990,000 or 837 acres @ $17,990,000

Within 5 miles of Middleburg, 316.85 acres of very private beautiful open rolling fields with frontage on Little River and views in all directions. Mature hardwood forest, Orange County Hunt Territory with great ride out. Open Space Easement. $5,756,500

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Great elevation, fantastic views, open land, woodlands and river frontage on the Rappahannock River. 726.66 acres in 14 parcels, all of which are 50 acres or larger.

Accessed from Hume Road and from Black Rock Ford. Mixed game for hunting. Great opportunity for tax credits. $2,979,306

views of the Blue Ridge Mountains with glimpses of Skyline Drive. In addition to the stucco and stone main residence, there are guest and tenant homes, numerous barns and run-ins to house 25 horses comfortably, and an indoor dressage ring. $2,750,000

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The 176 Acre Estate of Norwood is approx. 1 mile east of Berryville. An allee of mature Maple trees line the long driveway of the manor house, c. 1819, listed in the National Register as, “One of Clarke County’s most elegant, intact examples of the Federal style of architecture.” The brick home offers 11’ ceiling height, original flooring, moldings, gracious entertaining rooms, 3 bedrooms and 3+ baths. $1,700,000

25+Acre Horse Property in 2 Parcels. Lovely & light filled 2 level home, perfect for 1 level living.Renovated 8 years ago. Kitchen opens to the family room & breakfast room.

Main level master bedroom suite w/sitting room & stunning new bath. Stone terraces lead to the beautiful gardens & heated pool. 9 stall barn, riding ring, 6 paddocks, 2 br. tenant house. Tremendous ride out potential! $1,450,000

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POTTS MILL ROAD - with frontage on Little River, Open Space Easement, rolling fields with mature hardwood forest, Orange County Hunt Territory, great ride out, very private, within 5 miles of the village of Middleburg, views in all directions.

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www.Thomas-Talbot.com Offers subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but is not so warranted nor is it otherwise guaranteed.

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c.1823, with a stunning tree lined entrance, offers one of the grand manor homes in the famed horse country of Upperville. Recently renovated, the home offers wonderful indoor and outdoor living areas. Porches, gardens, barns, paddocks, riding arena, pond, pool and magnificent views from the Bull Run to Blue Ridge Mountains. $3,200,000

Stone posts and walls mark the entrance to the 133 acre country estate of Landmark. As the driveway gently rises, curves and then circles in front of the handsome twostory stone manor house, one notices that the home is sited perfectly to enjoy the expansive mountain views from the Bull Run to the Blue Ridge. The setting for this four bedroom, four bath residence is further heightened by the massive boxwoods and the stately trees. $3,150,000

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A picturesque and tranquil retreat nestled on 158+ acres in pristine Rappahannock County. At the end of the private drive is the historic Stone residence, c. 1745 with additional stone cottage for guests or office and tucked into the woods, beyond the home, is a charming and beautifully restored 2 bedroom log cabin. Gardens, lawn, barns, paddocks and tremendous ride out potential provide an outdoor haven. $1,845,000

Absolutely exquisite 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath Colonial on 25 acres offering privacy & seclusion in a picture booksetting. The 3 level main residence includes 4 fireplaces, pine floors, Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, study & a fabulous gourmet kitchen, all in pristine condition.The manicured grounds incl. a charming 2 Bedroom Guest house, free form pool, great 4 stall barn, 5 paddocks, large equipmentbuilding, blue stone arena. $1,795,000

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Beautiful 4 bedroom, 5 bath home on over 50 acres with incredible views in all directions. Perfect for horse enthusiasts or great for enjoying country living. Elegant living spaces perfect for parties. Fencing, convertible barn, water features, lush gardens, covered porches and decks for outdoor entertaining and much more. Old Dominion Hunt Territory. $1,249,000

The lovely 22.8 Acre Ridgeview Farm offers a private, 4 bedroom residence sited on a knoll, with spacious rooms and views into the trees that border Little River. Located in prime Orange County Hunt territory the horse facilities include a 6 stall barn with tack room and wash stall, machine shed, run in shed and 4 beautiful board fenced paddocks, fields and round pen. VOF Easement. $1,095,000

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3 Bedroom 1 Full Bath, 1 Half Bath home could be main house or Guest House. Pond, Fencing, Privacy and more. Please, No drive throughs. $699,000

151.61 acres in 3 parcels. (50.49, 50.48 and 50.64) Can be sold individually as well (50+ acre parcels) One largely wooded parcel, other two parcels share a pond and have wonderful views. Great location off of Leeds Manor Rd. and only minutes from Warrenton. $454,000 & $353,000

BEARS DEN - 151.61 acres in 3 parcels.

(50.49, 50.48 and 50.64) Can be sold individually as well (50+ acre parcels) One largely wooded parcel, other two parcels share a pond and have wonderful views. Great location off of Leeds Manor Rd. and only minutes from Warrenton. $454,000 & $353,000

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One-Year Anniversary Celebration for

Bank of Charles Town and Wiseman & Associates Wealth Management

On the afternoon of July 13th, 2017, clients and honored guests gathered at The Farm House at 115 The Plains Road in Middleburg to celebrate one year at Bank of Charles Town and Wiseman & Associates Wealth Management’s new offices in the restored and renovated landmark building. With a plentiful spread of farm fresh food and delightful refreshments provided by the Side Saddle Café, Greenhill Winery & Vineyards and Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery, there was plenty of time to mingle and meet representatives of both companies.

Present was Alice Frazier, the President and CEO of Bank of Charles Town, completing her first week in the new position. Frazier formerly was with

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Cardinal Bank, which was recently acquired by United Bank. Several BCT Board of Directors members also were present, along with both new and long-standing clients, and the rest of the team at BCT. Tom Wiseman shared the enthusiasm of the day as he warmly welcomed everyone to the gathering.

The new space is well-designed and accommodating, and it has turned out to be perfectly suited to their needs.

A brief sojourn outside allowed Frazier, Grant Wetmore, Asst. VP & Commercial Lender for BCT, and Tom Wiseman a chance to express their appreciation to all present and the community at large for their support

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THE VIRGINIA GRAPE ROSÉ SEASON

By Brian Yost

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here has been a veritable rosé renaissance in recent years as wine drinkers dis-

cover or rediscover this very approachable beverage. The baggage created by the many myths sur-

rounding this style of wine is being discarded and rosé consumers are buying it like never before.

ROSÉ DEFINED Rosé is typically made from red-wine grapes using one of several methods, but the end result is largely the same. By limiting

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the contact with the grape skins, the wine takes on a much lighter hue, which can range in color from a melon or peach to a much darker red currant.

Rosé wines come in a range of taste profiles and levels of sweetness. You will also find still, semi-sparkling or sparkling rosés. There is a style for nearly every occasion and palate.

DISPELLING THE MYTHS In America, for many years, rosé’s reputation suffered as the preponderance of white zinfandel on grocery store shelves led consumers to believe that rosé was a sweet wine.

The fact is that traditional rosés are almost exclusively dry-style.

Provence, in Southern France, is one of the world’s oldest and most famous producers of rosé. Indeed, it is the dry Provençal style that is most imitated by winemakers

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far beyond the borders of that region.

Growing up and well into my adult years, I knew many who believed it was unmanly to drink rosé. I have no idea how rosé was assigned its emasculating qualities, but one must assume that it was due to the color of the wine. I will say simply “get over it” – there is no need to fear the pink.

Finally, as long as I can remember, conventional wisdom seemed to dictate that rosé is a wine consumed in the spring and summer months. Despite the number of references to “rosé season” that can be found in an online search, and while it is true that a chilled rosé does pair well with lighter summer fare, large numbers of consumers are beginning to embrace these wines as a year-round beverage.

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Grape | From page 32 many styles offer something for both new wine drinkers and serious oenophiles. It is a middle way, literally and figuratively, between red and white.

LOCAL EXAMPLES There are many Northern Virginia wineries producing excellent dry-style rosé. At least four of them are located within minutes of Middleburg.

This is only the second vintage of Boxwood Winery rosé, but like all of their wines it is exceptionally well crafted. This blend of merlot, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and petit verdot is a salmon pink wine with red fruit notes, minerality and a nice dry finish.

Chrysalis Vineyards is famous as the world’s largest grower of the norton grape. Indeed, it is from norton that the Mariposa rosé is made. Strawberry mingles with red cherry in this well-made wine, but the bright acidity and a tiny hint of black pepper help temper the fruit to create a very good dry-style rosé.

This was the first vintage for the Greenhill Winery & Vineyards rosé, but it proved so popular that it sold out within weeks of its release. The syrah-based wine was full of red fruit that finished with a splash of crisp

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acidity. Winemaker Sébastien Marquet has identified a second source of syrah and intends to at least double production next year to meet demand.

Slater Run Vineyards may be the newest addition to the local wine scene, but they have already proven to be an industry force.

They were just awarded “best rosé” at the Virginia State Fair. It is an excellent example of a dry-style rosé produced from cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon and is crisp, fresh and balanced with a beautiful nose.

Avoid giving credence to the myths surrounding rosé. You may consider exploring examples from other parts of the globe, but start locally. In addition to the regional examples above, wineries throughout the Commonwealth offer many rosés in a variety of styles. ML Brian Yost blogs as The Virginia Grape and writes for a number of local, regional and national publications. His articles concentrate on wine trends and wineries in the Eastern United States. Find more of his writing at thevirginiagrape.com.

On p. 32: Note the range of colors in these four local dry-style rosés. Above: Rosé pairs well with lighter fare.

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TRIBUTE

AUSTIN LEVI BURDICK DECEMBER 20, 1991-JUNE 26, 2017

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ustin Levi Burdick was born in Warrenton, Va., on December 20, 1991 along with his twin brother, Tyler, to Dr. Todd Burdick and Jane C. Burdick. His mother predeceased him in 2015.

By all accounts, Austin was a devoted son and beloved member of the community. The words most often used to describe him were honest, kind, happy and of good character.

A young man of many talents, he earned his Eagle Scout status with three palms, achieved a 2nd degree black belt in taekwondo, and graduated from the University of Virginia where he studied biology and was a member of the Virginia Polo program. His love of the outdoors and his innate artistic ability found expression in his oil paintings and in the sensitive way he connected with his cherished polo ponies.

Coach Lou Lopez of the Virginia Polo programs remembers Austin well from hav-

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ing mentored him for three years during high school and during the four years he spent at UVA. “The two brothers almost were inseparable, sometimes even hard to tell apart from a distance, working as a team in their studies and around the stables,” said Lopez. “Austin was a very good rider on any horse. He took particular pride in handling the most difficult horse and getting more out of that horse than anyone else.”

In fact, according to Lopez the most challenging horse, “Kisimmi,” became Austin’s favorite, and she was “made a gift to him upon graduation to start his career.” But more than anything, Lopez feels that Austin will best be remembered for his kindness, quiet strength and good nature.

Fellow UVA polo graduate Julia Steiner of Foxlease Polo Club in Upperville spoke of how Austin frequently gave his time to both

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the girls and boys teams, offering to help out and practice together. Steiner played with Austin at Great Meadow in The Plains, as well, and she noted he was “a fair player, generous person, and always fun to play with,” no matter which side he was on. At the time we spoke, Foxlease was planning to honor Austin at its NYTS Youth Tournament on July 29.

Austin’s father, Dr. Todd Burdick, has been comforted by the huge outpouring of support he has received from the community. He wants his son to be remembered not only for what he accomplished, but also for his “good character, the way he stayed calm and happy, playing to have fun.” Austin paid careful attention to the safety of the horses and riders, making sure that no detail was forgotten.

Dr. Burdick said, “Besides being my son, he was a very good friend to me. And I appreciate all the people who have reached out to me with their kindness and support.”

An open memorial service for Austin was held on July 24 at Great Meadow to celebrate his life. Additionally, the Austin Burdick Memorial Polo Scholarship Fund has been established and will be awarded to a UVA student active in Virginia Polo based upon character and academic achievement. Donations may be sent to the fund c/o Todd Burdick, 13296 Crest Hill Road, Flint Hill, VA. ML Photo by Tony Gibson

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he 7:00 p.m. Saturday night Twilight Polo match on July 15th was especially poignant as it had the usual members of Team Battlefield, Kylie Golkosky and Morgan Burner, take the field along with Tyler Burdick riding in place of Austin Burdick, his twin brother who recently died unexpectedly at home in Flint Hill, Virginia.

Friends and family gathered to honor Austin as many remember him best, enjoying the sport and community of polo. The program from that evening reflects the thoughts of all who knew him: “Austin Burdick was an especially nice guy of great character and an amazing polo player. Everyone who watched him play could see his passion for the game. He was well loved and will always be remembered as a dedicated member of the Great Meadow Polo family.” ML

1. Kylie Golkosky, Morgan Burner, Tyler Burdick, Scott Gray, Danielle Quinn, Bahram Saba and John Gobin at Memorial Polo for Austin Burdick. 2. Team Battlefield, Morgan Burner, Tyler Burdick, Kylie Golkosky. 3. Tyler Burdick. 4.Tyler and others playing in memory of his brother, Austin.

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MEET MIDDLEBURG

Jason Henry, firefighter Story and photo by Kerry Phelps Dale

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ieutenant Jason Henry was destined to be a firefighter. His older brothers and father were volunteer firemen in the small rural town of Cortland, New York, where Jason was raised. He first became a junior member of the fire station when he was 13, and he was voted a full member at 16.

When he wasn’t volunteering, he was at his day job building fire trucks at Saulsbury Fire and Rescue, Inc. also in Cortland County, not far from his hometown. It was just a matter of time before his passion became his occupation.

In 2005, Jason learned of openings in the Loudoun County Fire and Rescue Department from a friend. So he applied, did the necessary training, testing and paperwork to become a career firefighter, and for the past 2 ½ years he’s worked at the Middleburg station.

“I like the people here and that it’s a rural area,” he says of Middleburg. “And the architecture—the mix of new and old.”

Though the firefighters spend a lot of time at the station, training and readying for calls, they also get out in the community, especially when invited to provide public education on fire safety and prevention. On Fridays throughout the school year, you can catch the crew at Middleburg Elementary Charter school having a pizza lunch with the kids and then enjoying recess with them. On occasion, the station members will go door to door checking residents’ fire detectors and espousing the importance of changing batteries. They even carry a few detectors for people who still don’t have them in their homes.

Jason sees similarities between his upstate New York hometown and Middleburg. “Both are small rural towns,” he says. “It’s just mostly horses here and cattle up there.”

Jason and his wife Jennifer, who met as

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fellow volunteers in New York, live in Winchester with their two daughters ages 11 months and three years. “My daughters are my life,” says Jason, beaming. Where volunteering once took up a bulk of Jason’s free time, his young family is now his focus.

“I always enjoyed helping people,” says Jason of his career choice.

He also appreciates the teamwork and camaraderie. “We don’t do anything by ourselves here,” he says. “It’s all teamwork.”

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An Extraordinary Neighbor

By Joanne Maisano

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t will come as no surprise that many very influential and talented people migrate to Middleburg’s relaxed rural setting, where they find solace and some peace from the madding crowds of the eastern urban centers.

One such resident lives a few miles north of town on her historic Huntland estate.

In addition to being an ordained Episcopalian minister, Dr. Betsee Parker is the 17th Baroness of Lochiel, Scotland, a noted philanthropist, naturalist, conservationist and a world class owner of show ring hunters. Dr. Parker was always involved with philanthropy in the U.S. when her husband was alive, but after he passed, she thought hard about what she wanted to do that would make a difference.

Dr. Parker later read an article by Dr. Jeffrey Sachs, a macroeconomist for Columbia University. She remembers thinking that Dr. Sachs was “able to integrate many different disciplines together into an organized effort and push into sub-Sahara Africa; into the poorest areas of that continent attempting a large-scale effort with only Columbia University participants that included some engineering, agronomy, hydrology and health professors.”

She subsequently traveled to Columbia University and showed up at Dr. Sachs undergrad seminar on Sustainable Development.

When she heard Dr. Sachs discuss how he had gone into these villages and transformed the quality of life in areas where there is no other aid, she was quick to get on board.

The then secretary-general of the U.N., Kofi Annan, was so impressed with their program that the U.N. wanted to adopt their model of Sustainable Development. Malaria was down 80 percent, and people were able to grow so much corn and grain they could export or share the excess.

Ericsson Cellular stepped in and donated phones and erected cell towers so the villages could communicate and facilitate sale of goods. Next came the building of roads.

The U.N. sent representatives to audit the results. Based on those findings, Dr. Sachs was invited to become the U.N. senior adviser for Sustainable Development. This provided the resources and infrastructure to assist other continents that were requesting access to the program.

Following U.N. involvement, Dr. Parker began to meet with heads of state for think tank discussions about collapsed health care systems. Among them was President Conde of Guinea, with whom she met during the Ebola crisis.

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Dr. Parker said, “her team was asked to create a model to attack the health care crisis caused by Ebola.” They were able to contain it within two years.

Dr. Parker and her team also met with President Paul Kagame of Rwanda to discuss the development of six satellite sustainable development centers in Africa.

Following these successes, Dr. Sachs was asked to come to the Vatican and the Pontifical Academy to assume the role of senior adviser on sustainable development. Dr. Parker,

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an ordained Episcopal minister, was asked to be the keynote speaker at their youth seminar, where people brought ideas from all over the world to find solutions for the sustainable development goals. (She is the only woman clergy currently working with the Cardinals.)

This seminar generated 6 million tweets!

Dr. Parker plans to attend the second seminar, which will be held in November.

Dr. Parker is doing all she can to better the lives of the people in the poorest of African Neighbor | Page 41

Neighbor | From page 40 villages. She refers to it as “a humanitarian effort that can use all the support it can get.”

Her future work in Africa is to go on behalf of the U.N. to refugee camps.

As if the humanitarian work is not enough, there are other interests driving Dr. Parker. On a recent trip to Scotland, Dr. Parker was assigned the Barony of Lochiel by the Duke of Argyll. This means she is the 17th Baroness of Lochiel, a title created in 1608 by King James I of England and Scotland.

As Baroness of Lochiel, Dr. Parker will be assisting the Duke in conserving, preserving and restoring the historic archive at Inveraray Castle in the West Highlands of Scotland. Since most of these archives are in Latin and Gaelic, Dr. Parker explained that it is necessary “to have a scholar who can decipher and preserve them and in some cases, restore them.” She went on to point out that the “head archivist is an impressive Ph.D. from Edinburgh University who specializes in Latin and Gaelic and preservation of futile documents.”

With the help of scholars specializing in Scottish clan history, they are creating a rare books room and scriptorium with climate control. In the attic of Inveraray Castle

there are 30 trunks filled with historic charters, deeds and census documents written with quill pens and sealed with wax. None of the material has been looked at in at least a century.

Finally, Dr. Parker has a passion for the hunter show ring. She started riding western saddle as a child growing up in Minnesota, and then soon moved to the English discipline. By age 16, Dr. Parker had learned how to hook up the trailer and haul the horses across the state to local shows. She did all her own braiding, since there weren’t professional braiders back then.

“The sport today has transformed and become a big industry,” said Dr. Parker, “It’s not the elitist sport it used to be.”

Dr. Parker tries to conserve her horses, going to as few shows as possible to still qualify for the big shows like Devon, Harrisburg and Washington International. She specializes in show ring hunters.

In the early 1970s, Dr. Parker trained with legendary rider and coach George Morris.

That gave her the ability to see a good horse.

“You also need to learn about the veterinary care, farriering and the emotional life of the horse. You have to be able to pair the horse and rider. They have to be the highest caliber athlete … you need that combination,”

she pointed out.

At the Upperville Colt and Horse Show, Dr. Parker’s Huntland Farm brought five horses that were Devon champs. Four of them went champion and two (A Million Reasons and Private Life) went double Grand Champion.

Dr. Parker’s show ponies and horses come to Huntland to retire. She likes to say that “they owe her nothing but she owes them everything.”

They are her pets and she loves them dearly. Dr. Parker has had horses and ponies live as long as 35 or 40 years.

Now she has a wonderful foal out of her horse Everly, and sired by her winningest hunter, now retired, Cold Harbor. She has named him after his Grace, ‘the Duke of Argyll.’ When she called the Duke to tell him, he said he must travel to Middleburg to meet his namesake.

With many chapters written, and more to go, Dr. Betsee Parker’s amazing journey is one to follow wherever the path leads. ML On p. 40, top: Dr. Betsee Parker with the Pope.

On p. 40, below: Dr. Betsee Parker with Wonderly (Photo courtesy of Joanne Maisano).

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THEN & THERE

JOHANN RIDINGER:

ENGRAVER OF HORSES, HOUNDS, HUNTING AND FALCONRY

Article and photos by: Richard Hooper

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ohann Elias Ridinger’s (1698-1776) engravings covered nearly every subject imaginable. He produced some 500 portraits, religious scenes and allegories – a prodigious accomplishment on its own.

Clearly, however, his favorite subjects were hounds, horses, animals and nearly every aspect of the pursuit of game known at the time,

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as there are about a thousand works on these subjects bearing his name.

Born into poverty in the city of Ulm, in the state of Bavaria in Germany, he began his career as a sign painter and later apprenticed at the age of 14 to a local artist. It was a most unsatisfactory apprenticeship for Ridinger, as he received little training in art. Rather he was mostly used for mixing paint, cleaning brushes and performing other menial tasks.

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Released from his apprenticeship after five years, he moved to the more affluent Augsburg, where he studied under several masters. There, he caught the attention of Count Metternich and was invited by him to stay at Ratisbon, where he was introduced to the many forms of hunting and falconry. He met royalty and observed the activities at the Engraver | Page 43

Engraver | From page 42 count’s riding academy.

The pursuit of game was a primary activity for the aristocracy. It provided food and was a form of ritualized socializing. It also manifested itself in displays of power, such as the pageantry of the chase.

Another, much less grandiose, manifestation was against people who could engage in subsistence farming. They could grow crops for themselves, but they could not protect those crops with fences that a deer could not jump over or a wild boar could not break down. The abundance of well-fed game was paramount for the nobility.

Although nearly everything was hunted, stag hunting carried the most prestige, and the pursuit of unusually large and many-pointed antlers as trophies was carried out with more passion than searching for the holy grail. Captured stags were given special diets to determine the effect on antler growth, with the intention of introducing a new, beneficial diet into the wild.

It seems that every protuberance on the antlers ending with a point was counted. In his series of engravings, freely translated (as are all of the titles) as Most Wonderful Stags, Ridinger chronicled many of these trophies.

One was of 66 points shot by the first King of Prussia, Fredrick I. The antlers were mounted and eventually inherited by his son, King Frederick William I, who did not want them — his inclinations were much more subdued than those of his flamboyant father. However, the Elector Frederick of Saxony wanted them badly enough that, in what must have been an art of the deal at the time, he got the antlers, while the king received an entire company of soldiers in exchange.

Among Ridinger’s engravings of falconry, he shows the use of the eagle-owl, a huge bird of about 30 inches in length with a wingspan in the range of 6 feet. A falconer would set the owl to flight with the brush of a fox attached by a cord to its leg. The purpose was to lure a very high-flying kite, whose intent was to steal away what it perceived as the owl’s dead prey, to a lower altitude at which point another falconer would release his falcon in pursuit of the kite.

Horses were a fascinating subject for Ridinger. From numerous works depicting breeds and a series titled On the Color and Complexion of Horses, to their use in hunting, their training and the environment at riding academies, the horse is the singular subject of, or a major part of, the scenes in many of his engravings.

Some of Ridinger’s finest work, such as The New Art of Riding and The New Riding School, depict the activities at riding academies. The New Art of Riding captures lessons being held outdoors, while the scenes are inside in The New Riding School. Both books show congested areas filled with intense activity as riders practice haute école.

In The New Riding School, the arenas have balconies for spectators. In one engraving from that series, detail is added that shows a man engaged in the practical activity of mucking up the manure from the floor while hounds roam freely about.

The roaming hounds are in many of Ridinger’s riding academy scenes and must not have been viewed as an annoyance. Indeed, there are scenes where, in the midst of high school riding, people are wandering around waving flags and beating drums to accustom horses to these distractions that could be encountered during parades and military campaigns.

Drums also were used to drive game. The hounds are there as part of the natural habitat of the riding school and of life.

Hounds also filled a number of Ridinger’s engravings as a singular subject or as part of the pursuit of game, like the horses. They, too, were one of his favorite subjects.

Some of what Ridinger depicted is no longer practiced. However, much of it still resonates aesthetically (sometimes with curious overtones) and, with its depth of detail, so richly descriptive of his time and place, it is more than worthy of our interest today. ML On p. 42, top: An engraving from The New Art of Riding (Courtesy Margaret Gardner). On p. 42, below: An engraving from The New Riding School (Courtesy the National Sporting Library & Museum). Above: An engraving from the series on the color and complexion of horses (Courtesy National Sporting Library & Museum). Below: An engraving of a hound (Courtesy of Margaret Gardner).

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MYSTIQUE BOOK SIGNING FOR

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Though known primarily as a decorated Revolutionary War General and as the first President of the United States, George Washington was first and foremost a product of his youth where he excelled at sport and competition, became a superior figure

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on the dance floor, and developed a cultured form of address and style. Through this lens, Smucker, Washington’s fifth great-grandnephew, has explored the life of Washington and why he was able to accomplish so much. It is a fascinating new look at how early success led to moments of amazing courage and action on the part of Washington.

Adding fun to the event, Smucker dressed up as George and rode “Holly” outside Mystique to the delight of some participants and nearby observers. ML

Photos: 1. Philip G. Smucker holding his new book, “Riding with George” on Holly.

2. Getting to know Holly is author Philip G. Smucker. 3. Philip G. Smucker and Elizabeth Mandros of Mystique Jewelers.

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DUBAI TEAM COMPETES AGAINST THE BRITISH MILITARY TEAM AT NSLM POLO CLASSIC

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Founders Cup in the National Sporting Library & Museum’s 7th Annual Polo Classic at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia on Sunday, September 10, 2017. Both teams will be captained by experienced international polo players who are ready to showcase their team’s skill and athleticism on the field. Steve Thompson will lead the Dubai Team and Major Mark Cann will lead the British Military Team.

Steve Thompson is a veteran coach and player on the professional circuit with more than two decades of experience. He founded the Dubai Polo Academy at the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club in 2005, where he has trained both novices and champions of the “Sport of Kings.” The foundation of a top-tier polo academy was Thompson's dream, and allowed him to implement a training

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structure that would revolutionize how polo is taught worldwide. “I am pleased to lead a Dubai Team against the British Military in the NSLM Classic. Mark Cann is a fine polo player and leader. We look forward to meeting his team both on and off the field. It is an honor to be invited to play at this prestigious event,” said Thompson.

Major Mark Cann is the Director of The British Forces Foundation as well as the Director of The Combined Services Polo Association, which like the British Forces Foundation is fortunate to have HRH The Prince of Wales as its Patron. He has played polo in a number of exotic locations including Palermo, Palm Beach, Ghana, India, and Pakistan.

He has often played with HRH the Prince of Wales and his two sons in both The British Forces Foundation and Highgrove teams.

“We are delighted to return to this year’s NSLM Polo Classic, and we welcome Steve Thompson’s Dubai Team. Steve is an excellent player and top international polo instructor.

We look forward to spirited, competitive play in the Founders Cup Match,” said Cann.

Tickets for the NSLM’s 7th Annual Polo Classic are available through the organization’s website, NationalSporting.org, or by calling the NSLM at 540-687-6542 ext.

26. All proceeds from the event benefit the

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National Sporting Library & Museum, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, by supporting the NSLM’s mission of preserving, promoting, and sharing the literature, art, and culture of equestrian, angling, and field sports. Funds raised in 2016 enabled the NSLM to offer engaging educational public programs, host high-caliber art exhibitions, and service more than 10,000 visitors.

The National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) is located in Middleburg, Virginia, the heart of beautiful hunt country. Founded in 1954, the renowned research Library, and fine art Museum highlight the rich heritage and tradition of country pursuits. Angling, horsemanship, shooting, steeplechasing, foxhunting, flat racing, polo, coaching, and wildlife are among the subjects one can explore in the organization’s general stacks, rare book holdings, archives, and art collection. The NSLM offers a wide variety of educational programs, exhibitions, and family activities throughout the year, and is open to researchers and the general public. While there is no admission fee to the Library, the Museum charges $10 for adults, $8 for youths (age 1318), and $8 for seniors. NSLM members and children age 12 and under are free. Library & Museum hours areWednesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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PLANNING & PLANTING YOUR FALL GARDEN

By Dulcy B. Hooper | Photos by Richard Hooper

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ummer is more than underway, and for those gardeners who painstakingly planned and planted their spring gardens, the rewards have no doubt been worth every bit of time and effort. For non-gardeners, the local farmers’ markets and even grocery stores are offering an abundance of fresh, locally grown produce and summer flowers.

While summer is hands-down the highlight for vegetable gardens, fall gardens can bring their own share of rewards. A little time and research is required — comparing the number of days to harvest certain vegetables, and subtracting that from the average date of fall’s first frost.

There are quick crops that can go from seeds to ready-for-harvest in 40 days or less — arugula, radishes, kale, spinach and turnips, among others. Some vegetables are hardy enough even to handle a bit of frost — beets, carrots, broccoli and cauliflower.

Chrysanthemums and decorative cauliflower plants offer a variety of color for your yards and front porches.

There are many resources for gardeners and would-be gardeners to help determine the best crops and flowering plants for fall gardens. Once you count backward from the first frost date, some gardening experts recommend adding an additional two weeks, as the shorter days of fall may impact plant growth. You’ll need to plan for “Indian summer” heat just in case temperatures linger above normal and require extra watering.

Fall is also the perfect time to “set your landscape straight,” according to Darcy Justen, president of the Middleburg Garden Club.

Justen has kindly offered the following suggestions, which are sure to lead to an even better landscape next year: 1. Get a soil test. August is a good time of the year to spend $7 on a soil test.

Get one through the Loudoun County Master Gardener program at the extension office in Leesburg, Virginia. A soil test can show where your soil's pH levels stand and, if needed, you can change it by using the proper amounts of lime this fall.

2. Amend soil. Place your leaves, compost, peat moss, earthworm castings, minerals and mulch in layers and keep layering. It will do the trick.

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3. Divide and transplant. This is a great time of year to move plants to a fresh location or give them away to friends.

So, look around your property and find clever new ways to use them; and, don’t forget seedlings — they will be 3-4” by now and you can move them as well.

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stagger their bloom time so that you can have fresh flowers from March through May. Clever ideas for free plants. There are lots of shrubs that by forcing a branch down into the soil will take root by spring. These newly created offshoots are perfect as free plants or gifts. This technique works well on the bottom branches of spirea, chaste tree, hydrangea, climbing roses, forsythia, rhododendron, quince honeysuckle, boxwood, azalea and even clematis; all will root once buried in dirt. When carefully extracted from the soil, there will be plenty of roots to replant in a new spot.

Mulch, mulch, mulch. Mulch is everyone’s friend in the garden because of how well it protects plants.

Plant trees. Make sure new trees get plenty of water, but don’t fertilize them until spring.

Cut back and collect seeds. Yes, cut all plants back and use the time to collect seeds for next year. When you cut all the dead growth, it rejuvenates plants and makes them healthier for |the next year.

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9. Spread your leaves. Leaves don’t belong in bags; they belong in plant beds. A leaf shredder — shredding leaves and putting them in beds — will be a gift to your soil.

10. Protect your plants. If you are going to the trouble of planting a tree, you need to complete the final step by putting wire around it and saving it from the deer.

11. Weed control. Pulling now will save you time come spring.

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ARTIST

MISIA BROADHEAD Stories & Photos by Richard Hooper

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y the age of 8, Misia Broadhead already knew that she wanted to be an artist, a painter. Born in Washington, D.C., she had been living in Rome since the age of 4, and the culture, history and art had already impressed itself upon her.

It continued to do so during her next 26 years of residence there (with an interlude of studying art at the Byam Shaw School of Drawing and Painting in London). As an adolescent, she adorned her bedroom with a poster, not of a rock star or an actor or actress, but of Sandro Botticelli’s painting “The Birth of Venus.”

As Misia stated, “I grew up in Rome. Art is all around you. You live it, breathe it. It’s in your soul. You are surrounded by layer and layer of cultural history.”

And, if you are someone like Misia, living in the place where the Renaissance began makes an indelible impression.

Misia would return to the United States annually to visit her grandmother, Gladys Artist | From page 51

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Artist | From page 50 Tartiere, at Glen Ora, the property that was once the Kennedys’ Middleburg retreat. The property was eventually inherited by Misia’s mother, Elaine Broadhead. After Misia married Anthony Barham, they moved to Glen Ora, where they lived until recently.

Misia’s mother is an activist with many causes, one of which, protecting monkeys and other primates against torturous research experiments, inspired Misia, in the 1990s, to paint a mural in one of the rooms at Glen Ora. Referred to as “The Monkey Room,” all four walls are adorned with depictions of monkeys, apes, orangutans and similar species. It is beautiful; really another world. All the apes are painted with a combination of idealization and fantasy. Misia referred to it as “classical staging.” There is no greenery, like in the jungle paintings of Henri Rousseau. There are architectural and other elements to the composition, but the walls are the background.

The subjects, painted in precise detail, stand out in their isolation like the horse in George Stubbs’ painting “Whistlejacket.” More so than with the association of the Kennedys, Glen Ora should be known for the paintings in this room.

The Glen Ora mural was painted directly onto the wall, but Misia’s preference is to paint on canvas and then apply that to the wall. It can be removed later if need be, as was done to one 33-foot long commissioned piece at the restaurant Artie’s, in Fairfax. Some 20 years after she had completed the work, Misia received a phone call from a woman asking her if she would like to see it. Artie’s had closed, and the woman had purchased the mural, had it removed and was installing it in her home. Another restaurant mural that Misia painted featured a portrait of the owner as the central figure in a Renaissance hunting scene.

More than murals, Misia paints landscapes, birds, allegories, informal portraits and other scenes. Her allegories, while secular, derive from the idea incorporated in religious paintings of telling stories to an illiterate populace. This illustrates the influence of her time in Italy.

Her informal portraits can bring together numerous elements of a person’s life. A painting of the couple’s daughter is titled “Navona in Fairyland.” It shows Navona as a toddler wearing a princess dress, a crown of flowers on her head. In one hand she delicately holds herself as a baby of six months; in the other she has a bouquet of flowers. All around her are depictions of her adventures, friends and things she adored. It’s a lovely portrait and an enchanting record of childhood. Who could possibly not want one of their own child?

Misia’s bird paintings are an intimate, small size, and her popular landscapes feature local scenes. “Landscapes,” said Misia, “are like looking through a window

to the outside.”

Misia’s work can be seen at the Middleburg Antique Emporium and at The Inn at Little Washington. More of her work can also be found at www.broadheadbarham.com. ML

On p. 50, top: A landscape by Misia Broadhead of the view from Ashby Gap. On p. 50, below: “Bluebird” by Misia Broadhead. Above: “Navona in Fairyland” by Misia Broadhead. Below: One of the murals in The Monkey Room by Misia Broadhead (Photograph courtesy of the artist).

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High Heeled Happy Hour BENEFITS YMCA

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Women (and men) enjoyed delicious libations, tasty treats and shopped select vendors while taking advantage of the chance to network and learn about each other. Attendees are encouraged to flaunt their footwear in order to spark fun, conversation and win prizes. And all for a good cause. ML Alex Mangione Photography | mangionealex@gmail.com | (607)377-7317

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1. Audrey Li, Sydney Greene, Katie Barchas Wilson, Geralyn Winters and Sara Briggs. 2. Dennis Stanley with Chantel’s Bakery. 3. Alicia Malek with Senegence.

4. Michael Tupper, Christine Bridewell, Daniella Harris, Gwen Pangle, Angie Myers Hooks and Larry Harris. 5. Charlie Givens, with Founder of High Heeled Happy Hour, Katie Barchas Wilson and Nancy Givens.

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The grounds at Bull Run Mountains Conservancy.

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7/28 - 8/27

Summertime and Chaos exhibit at the AIM Gallery (12 p.m.

– 5 p.m.): Make time this month to visit this new exhilarating Summertime in Chaos exhibition at the Artists in Middleburg (AIM) gallery in the heart of Middleburg. This nonprofit seeks to elevate the arts in our community and welcomes your support. Admission is free. For more information contact them at 540-687-6600.

8/4 - 6

Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Middleburg (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. / Sun. as Posted): Middleburg’s 11th annual upscale sidewalk sale will be conducted throughout town! Look for the balloons at participating businesses. Middleburg Bank, The Middleburg Business & Professional Association and The Town of Middleburg sponsor the event. Admission is free.

For more information and updates, go to Facebook.com/MiddleburgBusiness.

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Bluemont’s 2017 Family Fun Fest at The Hill School (7:30 p.m.): The popular concert series will kick off with the Martinsburg Jazz Orchestra. This 16-piece big band ensemble has been performing at a variety of venues in the Shenandoah Valley region for more than 20 years.

Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on, and a picnic to enjoy before the show. Admission is $5 per person, $4 for Bluemont friends and seniors, $2 for kids under twelve. For reservations, please call 540-955-8186.

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Three Fox Vineyards – Dog Days of August at Three Fox Vineyards (11 a.m. – 5 p.m.): Bring your favorite dog companion. Prizes will be awarded for the best dressed, owner/dog look-alike and best vino dog. Jordan Sullivan, an independent consultant for LuLaRoe will be on hand.

Admission is free. For more information, please visit threefoxvineyards.com.

8/6

Loudoun Quakers, Abolition, and the Underground Railroad at Goose Creek Meeting House in Purcellville (2 - 5 p.m.): Dr. Glenn Crothers, author of Quakers Living in the Lion’s Mouth, The Society of Friends of Northern Virginia, 1730-1865, will be the main speaker. The event will begin at the 200-year-old Goose Creek Meetinghouse at 18204 Lincoln Road, Purcellville, VA. This event is being held as a fundraiser for Mosby Heritage Area Association. Admission is $40 per person, $30 for MHAA members. For more information, please contact Lee Lawrence leeover@gmail.com or call 540-338-8142. For tickets, please visit mosbyheritagearea.org/ events or call 540-687-5578.

8/9

Spaghetti Dinner Family Night at the Middleburg United Methodist Church (4:30 – 7:30 p.m.): The spaghetti dinner is held the 2nd Wednesday of each month beginning August 9th in the Social Hall. Proceeds will be used for major structural repairs to the church steeple. Bring your family and friends. A donation is requested and tickets are available at the door.

For advance tickets or to make a donation to the Steeple Fund contact Reiko Lewis at 540687-6208, or email reikoflewis1@verizon.net.

8/11 – 1/7

The Horse and the Camera (From 1870 – 1960), from the Judith and Jo Tartt, Jr. Photography Collection ( Wed. – Sun. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.): Come see this insightful new exhibit of exceptional photographs. National Sporting Library & Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. Admission is Adults $10, Seniors $8, Youth $8, Children Free. For more information contact 540-687-6542 or visit www.nationalsporting.org.

8/12

Coffee with the Curator, National Sporting Library & Museum (10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.): Enjoy an informal coffee reception followed by a tour of our newest exhibition, The Horse and the Camera From the Judith and Jo Tartt Jr. Photography Collection. Admission is $5, Free to NSLM members. RSVP requested to Anne Marie Barnes, Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, at ABarnes@NationalSporting.org or at 540-687-6542 ext. 25.

8/18

Dinner & Dive-In Movie at the Middleburg Community Center (6 – 10 p.m.): Join the Middleburg Community Center to close out the Summer Saffer Series. Enjoy a Chick-Fil-A Dinner with dessert from the Carousel Ice Cream Truck. Play on the 68-foot inflatable obstacle course, and finish the night off splashing in the pool while watching Finding Dory. For more information, please visit middleburgcommunitycenter.com.

8/25

Quattro Goomba’s Winery Dinner at Salamander Resort & Spa (6:30 – 10 p.m.): Join Salamander Resort & Spa in the Harrimans dining room for a wine dinner featuring Quattro Goomba wines. Experience these blends paired perfectly with a meal cultivated by Executive Chef Ryan Arensdorf. Admission is $150 per person (does not include tax and gratuity).

For all reservations, please call 540-326-4070.

8/25

Open Late Concert Series at the National Sporting Library & Museum (6 – 8 p.m.): The

Piedmont Symphony Orchestra will provide great music and Hammerdown BBQ will serve up food for this family-friendly event.

There will also be a cash bar featuring wine from Greenhill Winery & Vineyards and beer.

Picnics are welcome, but please no glass containers or outside alcohol is permitted. Admission is free. For more information, please contact Jessica Festa at 540-687-6542 ext. 35 or email JFesta@NationalSporting.org.

8/25-27

Four-Year Anniversary at Greenhill Winery (12 p.m. – Sunset): Greenhill Vineyard and Winery is celebrating 4 years of serving award-winning wines and winemaker Sébastien Marquet celebrates 10 years of making wine in Virginia. Enjoy live music and special celebratory festivities all weekend.

Admission is free. For group reservations visit GreenhillVineyards.com.

9/1

Twilight Jumpers at Great Meadow (6:30 – 11:00 p.m.): Bring your friends and family and enjoy a Friday night in the country watching equestrian riders compete for over $5000 in prize money at Twilight Jumpers. The child / adult class begins at 7:00 p.m., followed immediately by the main class where riders compete for bragging rights and a $5000 cash prize. Bring food, drinks, picnics and enjoy a tailgate spot ringside where you can get right up close to the action. Stay after the riding to enjoy music and dancing in the outdoor pavilion.

Admission is $40 per car. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Billings at 540454-6673, email elizbill01@hotmail.com; or visit www.equestrianfoundation.org.

9/02

Salamander Resort & Spa – Grand Lawn (8:45 p.m.): Bring your blankets and join us for a oneof-a-kind outdoor family-friendly movie experience on the Grand Lawn to watch “The Good Dinosaur” (PG) together. Admission is free. For more information, please visit salamanderresort.com.

9/2-3

Virginia Scottish Games at Great Meadow (Sat. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m./Sun. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.): Come experience the fun and excitement of these traditional games of strength, skill and endurance! Dogs are welcome to bring their parents as long as they keep their parents leashed and well behaved. Heat relief stations will be available in the Scottish Dogs area. Special Dog Events on Sunday morning.

Admission at the Gate: two day adult $30, single day adult $20, children 5 to 12 $5, under age 5 Free (Children 12 and under free on Sunday). For more information, please visit greatmeadow.org.

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National Sporting Library & Museum’s SPECIAL EVENING Photos by Julie Napear Photography

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Photos: 1. Michelle & Tim Brookshire. 2. Co-Hosts Brett & Laura Rees of Northern Trust. 3. Clarice Smith & Richard May. 4. Hosts Mary Johnson & Manuel Johnson, Chairman of the Board for the NSLM. 5. Jacqueline B. Mars with guests.

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Polo! Foxhunting! Eventing! all these are perfect at Lyme Kiln Farm's unique protected enclave on 54+ Acres in Horse Country. Surrounded by Goose Creek, with rare privacy so close to town, this property has it all: 4 Bedroom main house, 2 Bedroom tenant house, gardens, groom's flat, pool, pond, 10 stall barn, fenced paddocks. Ideal country home for family and/or horse enthusiast. $1,495,000

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Middleburg ~ Small horse farm on 10 private acres with French country home. Features flagstone front terrace that opens into a Grand 2-story slate entrance hall, formal Living & Dining Rooms,spacious Kitchen with Eat-in area and Family Room. Hardwood floors & 2 fireplaces. 3 sets of doors open to a fenced back yard with matures trees, swimming pool & spa, and tree covered flagstone terrace for entertaining. Full basement. 3-stall Barn with tack room & wash stall. 3 fenced Paddocks with 2 turn out sheds. $849,000

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Aldie~Wonderful horse property. Fully fenced with tremendous ride out potential in Middleburg Hunt Territory. RESIDENCE: Three level, 4 bedroom, 3 bath home perfect for extended family.Verizon FIOS, Greenhouse and Pool. HORSE FACILITIES: 4 stall & 2 stall shed row barns, paddocks, frost-free automatic waterers, 2 run-in sheds, 80' x 140' riding $798,000 ring.

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Delaplane~Located in the historic village, this 4 Bedroom, 21⁄2 Bath home has been meticulously renovated features original hardwood floors, 5 fireplaces, formal Living Room, Dining Room & Library. All new gourmet Kitchen, Baths & Master Bedroom Suite. Re-plastered walls, new lighting, new furnace/AC, sound system, extensive landscaping, fenced back yard, expansive rear terrace, covered $749,000 front porch & detached 2-car garage.

Cricket Bedford (540) 229-3201 LAND

Upperville ~ Pristine Colonial on private 10 acre wooded parcel. Just North of Upperville. Features 3 Bedrooms, 21⁄2 Baths, Formal Living Room, Dining Room, Library & Family Room with fireplace. Light filled Kitchen with quartz counters, island & eat-in area. Large open deck. Master Suite has separate Sitting Room, Walk-in & luxury Bath. Finished basement with bar area, Recreation Room & ample storage. 2-car attached garage. $735,000

Cricket Bedford (540) 229-3201 ROkEBy ROAD

MARSHALL~ Commercial: Great opportunity to purchase property in the town of Marshall. Zoned C-1, over 1.6 acres of land. Great location next to Oak View Bank, minutes from I-66 and seconds from Route 17. $1,000,000

Bluemont~Unique and charming, this arts and crafts style mountain retreat was built in 1904 as an escape from the heat of the city. Beautiful wood floors, 5 stone fireplaces, exposed beams, huge enclosed porch. On 14 private acres, both wooded and lawn, surrounded by mature trees. Only a mile from Rt. 7. Several outbuildings with stone foundation. $699,000

Cary Embury (540) 533-0106

THE PLAINS~Rare 6 acre parcel along prestigious Zulla Road. Fully wooded w/slightly rolling terrain & house site farther back away from road. Existing driveway better entered driving North on Zulla. 500+' of road frontage. Small stream. Old septic permit available.

EZ to I-66. $450,000 POTTS MILL RD~Middleburg Build your dream home on a rolling 3.17 acre parcel just East of town. Cleared lot is in area of lovely homes, just South off Rte 50 at corner Upperville~1.84 acre parcel with 3 Bedroom septic of Potts Mill & Sally Mill Roads. Setting offers an elevated Certificate on hand. Mostly wooded with fantastic views location! home site with views. Ideal commuter location. Permitted to the east! Great opportunity to own in a prime$299,999 3 BR septic on file. $285,000

Barrington Hall (540) 454-6601

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