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Deirdre Stoker Vaillancourt, REALTOR®

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THIS IS MY NEIGHBORHOOD Aiken, South Carolina — Southern Charm and Equestrian Sport 1050 CLEAR CREEK CT

• 14 board fenced acres in Bridle Creek • 4 BR 3.5 BA Luxury, executive estate • Multiple grass turnouts

MLS # 103247

• Tack room, feed rm, wash stall • Large fenced arena with professional footing • 9 stall Center aisle Barn with every amenity • $1,750,000

265 FOUR OAKS RD

MLS # 102282

Check out this beautiful property recently featured in The Cottage Journal! To view the article and details go to this URL: http://www.luxuryportfolio.com/Property/wagener-propertiesstony-brook-exceptional-equestrian-estate/HRCE $1,375,000

503 CHIME BELL CHURCH

169 WILLOW RUN RD

MLS # 100906

MLS # 104387

1063 COLBERT BRIDGE MLS # 103567

• Exceptional training facility • 10 paddocks, fenced grass ring on 67 acres • Euro-walker, 3 storage • 12 stall barn, 4 stall barn buildings, 3 pond w/apt • 4 BR 3 BA residence, in-ground • Sand exercise track pool • $1,800,000

534 MARION ST SE MLS # 102676

• Ideal setting for equestrian barn & paddocks • 6327 sq. ft. main house • 4 bdrms, 3.5 baths • 1972 sq. ft. Guest/pool house • 20 acres • Salt water pool & hot tub • $1,775,000

• 8.32 acres in the heart of Aiken’s Historic Horse Distr. • Restored 1BD 1BA residence • 11 stall barn w/ separate covered wash stall • 4 large, irrigated, cross-fenced grass paddocks • Multi function carriage bldg • $2,200,000

1064 GRAND PRIX DR

304 FOX TAIL CT

MLS # 103839

MLS # 101987

• 2BR 2BA 1730 sq. ft. owner’s residence • 8 stall European style cement block courtyard barn • Tack room; feed room • 4 large grass paddocks 20+ acres • Fox Hollow amenities • $690,000

951 SHELL BLUFF DR

• 6.42 acre Heartview Farm • New four stall center aisle barn • Hay storage building, run-in shed, storage shed • 4 BR 2.5 BA brick ranch with screened porch

MLS # 104052

• Light By Night Farm built in ‘14 • Attached garage for adding • 11.54 acres Perimeter fenced stalls, housing tractor, etc • Exceptional 4 stall ctr aisle barn • 2008 sq. ft. 3 BR, 2 BA • Tack room with bath & shower house • $735,000

• 2 blocks to Highfield’s horse show grounds • 5 minutes to Bruce’s Field and Hitchcock Woods • $390,000

3 RUNS PLANTATION LOTS

• Exceptional private lots within Aiken’s most established equestrian community • Amenities include: clubhouse, exercise area, swimming pool, xcountry schooling area, 2 dressage arenas, fenced stadium jumping arena & miles of managed trails for riding or walking • Lot 48 6.33 acres $151,920 • Lot 49 6.27 acres $150,480 • Lot 50 6.55 acres $157,200 • Lot 39 5.5 acres $132,000 • Will consider seller financing with qualified offer

•9.49 acres in Hollow Creek Equestrian • 4 matted 12x12 stalls • 2 x fenced paddocks • Wash Stall; tack room; feed room • Extensive community trails • $349,900

525 LAURENS ST

• 8.5 acre Hitchcock Stables • Adjoins The Woods • 27 12x12 stall barn • 8 large paddocks

MLS # 97065

• 2 carriage houses, bunk house • Original family stable yard dating from 1882 • $2,300,000

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News & Notes Grand Prix Secret Lives: Jazzy Ask the Judge

Our cover shows Chester Weber leading the US team to the gold medal at the World Equestrian Games in Tryon this September. Read about it, and find much more about the WEG in section two. Photography by Pam Gleason

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McLain Ward and Clinta winning the jumpoff for the team gold medal in jumping at the WEG. Read about the competition and much more in this section. Photography by Gary Knoll

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Doug Payne on Getaway, owned by Lisa Wall. Doug was competing in the CIC three star at Stable View Oktoberfest. Photography by Gary Knoll

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ow do you get exciting pictures of horses doing amazing things? The number one rule is to put yourself and your camera in front of the best action you can find. That is why we were so excited to go to the World Equestrian Games at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, N.C. this September. The WEG, held every four years, include the world championships of the eight equestrian sports sanctioned by the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI). This was the second time that the WEG were held in the US, and they would be a two-and-a-half hour drive from our office. Of course we had to go. The WEG lasted two weeks, and we were not able to attend, photograph and cover every discipline. Instead, we chose a few to concentrate on, especially those that are of greatest interest to our readers in Aiken. This meant eventing (of course), driving (again, of course) and showjumping. Having a front row seat at the competitions in Tryon put us close to many legendary riders and their horses and we got to see and appreciate their talent and athleticism. It also meant that we shot a very large number of pictures, and we really wanted to share them with our readers. Although we usually concentrate on things that happen right here in Aiken, this issue we have made an exception. Our entire second section is devoted to the WEG, including an 8-page section of color pictures that we took. We also have stories about eventing, driving and jumping, as well as about

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endurance, a discipline we had originally intended to cover. As many people may have heard, there were so many problems with the endurance race at the WEG that it was abandoned late in the afternoon, almost 12 hours after it had begun. Most stories about the WEG endurance fiasco concentrate on what happened on that day, blaming the mishaps on poor management and organization. But it turns out that this was only a small part of the story. The problems that forced the cancellation of the championship are much deeper, emblematic of a growing rift in the international endurance community that has nothing to do with Tryon. We hope that our article, also in the second section, brings some of these issues into clearer focus. Going to the WEG was a fantastic experience for us, and we are very glad we went. We had just as good a time the following weekend when we were at Stable View to photograph the very first FEI recognized eventing competition in Aiken. You will find pictures of that in our third section – Aiken is, slowly but surely, moving into the big time of the horse world and we’re definitely ready for that. In this issue, you will also find photographs from the Grand Prix at the Aiken Fall Festival from earlier in September, as well as all our usual columns and features. All of these are concentrated in our first and third sections. Catch up on local horse news in section one, where you will also meet our latest “Secret Lives” senior pony. Check out our 14th annual regional hunt directory in section 3, and find out what is on the competition schedule on our calendar of events. It’s October, time to go to polo and start getting ready for the busy winter season. We think it’s going to be a fantastic one. We hope you enjoy this issue! As ever, if you have any comments, questions or suggestions, send us an email. We want to be your horse newspaper

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Fall Season

You wouldn’t know it from the hot and humid weather, but the fall season is here, bringing with it polo, foxhunting, horse shows, horse trials, driving competitions, the Aiken Fall Steeplechase and more. The polo season is in full swing at Aiken, Wagener and New Bridge Polo Clubs. Aiken Polo has 2, 4 and 6 goal tournaments as well as the popular Aiken Women’s Challenge which brings players from around the region. Wagener has two USPA 6-goal tournaments and New Bridge has an 8 goal and two 12 goals including the prestigious USPA Copper Cup, with finals on October 14. Polo players will be out on the field every day except Monday, the traditional polo day of rest, for the remainder of the season. The actual length of this season will depend on the weather. If it stays warm and we don’t have a hard freeze, the games and practices might go on a little longer. If it gets cold, things will wrap up around the first week of November, about the time that the last tournaments of the season have their finals. Foxhunters are getting ready for their formal season now, too. Foxhunts are private affairs and not spectator events, except for the annual blessing of the hounds at opening meet. It’s a time when friends of the hunt are invited to come out to see horses, hounds and riders in all their finery before they all take off into the woods or over the fields in pursuit of their quarry. The Aiken Hounds has the most famous and popular blessing in the area. This always takes place on Thanksgiving Day (November 22 this year) and attracts both a large field of

riders and a crowd of spectators who make the long trek down the trail to Memorial Gate in the Hitchcock Woods. There are some other traditional events that take place in conjunction with the blessing, most notably “Bloodies and Bagels” a Bloody Mary and bagel party held on the lawn of the Aiken County Historical Museum on Newberry Street starting at 9 a.m. This event is billed as a “friend raiser” for the Aiken Land Conservancy, which does not charge admission, but happily accepts donations. Another exciting event on the Aiken calendar is the Katydid Combined Driving Event, which will be at Katydid Farm in Windsor from November 1-4. The Katydid

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CDE, in its 15th year, is one of the top driving events in the Southeast. It is recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation and the American Driving Society and features several FEI recognized international divisions. Top draws at Katydid this year include the ADS North American Intermediate Championship as well as the USEF Advanced Pony Combined Driving Championship. The event always brings in many of the best drivers and horses in the country, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever this year.

Polo Arena at New Bridge

Aiken has had scores of top quality outdoor polo fields for decades. Now it is starting to have a solid collection of polo arenas as well. The newest addition to the polo arena family was built over the summer at New Bridge Polo and Country Club. The new arena is regulation size and was built adjacent to field one, giving spectators easy access to the clubhouse. It was created in a partnership between Aiken Youth Polo, LLC and New Bridge Polo Club, specifically to provide a home base for the youth polo program created and run by Tiger and Susie Kneece. The new arena had its inaugural tournament the first weekend in October, the Aiken Youth Challenge, featuring four teams of young players who have been learning the game under Tiger’s tutelage for several years. Aiken Youth Polo has junior polo games, practices and lessons. Tiger, a former professional player, also coaches a middle school polo team and interscholastic polo teams. This winter he will be the coach of the new intercollegiate polo team at University of South Carolina Aiken. Having access to an arena is crucial for intercollegiate and

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interscholastic polo teams because the vast majority of tournaments for students in high school and college are played in the arena. Intercollegiate polo has a long history. It got its start early in the 20th century and became recognized by the United States Polo Association in 1922 when the

association sanctioned the first intercollegiate championship. Interscholastic programs are almost as old, and have some deep roots in Aiken. For instance, students at Aiken Prep started playing polo there soon after the school was founded in 1916. The Fermata School for girls also had an active polo team in the 1920s

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and 1930s, introducing a whole generation of young women to polo. The USPA started recognizing interscholastic polo officially in 1928. With a renewed focus on growing the sport, the USPA has been devoting a lot of resources and energy to various youth polo initiatives, including the program in Aiken, which has grown immensely. Aiken has held middle school tournaments, National Youth Tournament Series (NYTS) qualifiers and interscholastic games. Intercollegiate polo is a new offering for Aiken Youth Polo this year. The team includes the twins Charlie and Harry Caldwell who matriculated at USC Aiken this year, and Lucas Arellano, from the well-known Arellano polo family. It promises to be a competitive team, but Tiger says that this fall he has run into a problem that he didn’t anticipate. He says he has had to turn down several opportunities for his team to play because the USC Aiken players are so busy with grass tournaments at Aiken’s various polo clubs that they don’t have time yet to get into the arena. “I didn’t think there would be a conflict,” Tiger said. “I guess I always thought of intercollegiate polo being in the dead of winter. But we’ll get started once the fall season here is over.”

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Meadow Hill . A showcase equestrian estate suitable for any discipline.

Features a 6,116 sq ft main residence with exquisite finishes including hardwood floors, stone fireplace, Hitchcock ceilings and gourmet kitchen. Wonderful outdoor entertaining space with sparkling pool, built in gas and wood fire grills, stone fireplace and expansive view. Two barns (32 stall center aisle and 12 stall Carolina), 50+ acres sand and grass riding surfaces (35+ irrigated), some wooded trails, fenced and cross fenced, 10 lush pastures with run ins, 15 paddocks, round pen, producing hay field, 2 cottages and 3 mobile homes. Call for parcel pricing — Barb Uskup $3,699,999

Good Winds Farm Remarkable equestrian property includes 29.54 acres of board fenced fields and woods. Custom built residence encompasses over 5,000 square feet with covered porches, heart pine floors, state of the art kitchen, spacious great room with fireplace. Cypress paneled sunroom overlooks salt water pool and board fenced pastures. There are 4 bedrooms, each with bath ensuite. For horses there is a 3-stall barn with tack room, feed room and covered wash rack with hot and cold water. Two run in sheds with access to miles of protected riding trails. Separate “barn” with full bath and attached workshop, equipment shed. Call Courtney Conger $1,100,000

The Polo Club . Location, Location, Location! "Polo Club" is an

early century charmer, which was originally built as a clubhouse for Whitney Polo Field. Directly across from Aiken's Training Track in Historic Horse District, the property has easy access to downtown Aiken and south side shopping. Enjoy the wrap-around porch with picturesque views. Keep cozy in front of the 5 fireplaces. Beautiful hardwood floors and original details enhance this historic property that also boasts ample paddock space. Call Mike Hosang or Brian Cavanaugh $1,075,000

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West Wood Farm . Delightful Sand Hills

cottage offers spacious, light filled rooms with high ceilings, heart pine floors, great room with wood burning fireplace and floor to ceiling built in bookcases, formal dining, custom kitchen with granite and downstairs master suite with infrared sauna. The 5-acre tract is developed for horses with 2 board fenced paddocks, each with a run in shed, and 2 wells, one for the house and the other for the paddocks. Private setting in Aiken’s east side equestrian corridor. Call Courtney Conger $450,000

Equestrian lots range from 5 acres to 11.77 acres. Community amenities to include miles of groomed trails, gallop, stadium jumps, cross-country jump field and dressage ring. New fitness center planned!

Three Runs Plantation Delightfully decorated residence in Three Runs Plantation equestrian community offers over 3000 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, great room, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast bay & island and screened porch overlooking established pastures and center-aisle barn on nearly 6 acres. Community amenities include riding rings, clubhouse, pool & cabana, fitness center, picnic shelter and miles of groomed trails. Call Courtney Conger $659,000

Wadmalaw Island Equestrian . This

Charleston equestrian property offers proximity, privacy and possibilities! Renovated main residence has 5 bedrooms (2 master suites!), 3.5 baths, huge walk-in closets with built-ins, home office and gym. Property includes nearly 17 acres, with 15 acres of fenced pasture and riding arena. Large 8stall barn with kitchen, bath, laundry, wash area and detached tack room. The 4-stall barn has hay loft & storage. Call Jack Roth $1,150,000

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C’est La Vie Farm . Located on over 60 acres of

fenced fields & woods, this fully developed horse farm includes brick 3 bedroom home, 2-car garage, center aisle barn, dressage arena, 6 large paddocks, 2 run-in sheds, round pen and dog run. The custom barn has 8-10 stalls with rubber pavers, tack room/lounge with Mexican tile floors, half bath, feed room, wash stall, fly spray system, and large unfinished apartment with enclosed stairs to loft. Call Courtney Conger or Randy Wolcott $550,000

Polo Vista Stables . Beautifully constructed center

aisle barn in like-new condition offers 18 large, matted stalls on 22.47 acres overlooking polo field. Included are wash stall, spacious tack room/lounge combo, 2 bunk rooms, laundry room and full bath. There is also an 1800 square foot, insulated equipment shed and 13 four-board fenced paddocks and pastures. New Bridge Polo amenities include riding trails, clubhouse and pool. May be purchased in conjunction with charming 4-bedroom residence across polo field (see below). Call Courtney Conger $695,400

Build the home of your dreams on this 27-acre hidden oasis. Located just minutes from Aiken, this secluded property is perfect for equestrians or anyone who enjoys the outdoors!

$132,000

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Magnolia Blossom Ranch .

Beautiful equestrian estate at Three Runs Plantation on two lots, over 13 acres of established grass with majestic views! The quality built huntbox has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, custom kitchen in 1638 square feet of living space, and includes 5 stalls with automatic waterers, wash stall, tack/grooming stall and storage. There are 3 large paddocks, irrigation, security system, and stone entry with custom gate. Call Jack Roth $735,000

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Three Runs Plantation .

Encompassing over 5 acres with 3 stall barn, this home is over 3,240 square feet including the master suite on the main floor. There are a total of 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, family room, gourmet chef’s kitchen and den/office. Natural gas and hi-speed fiber optic internet available, access to nearby schooling areas, mirrored dressage ring, jump ring and fitness center. Call Jack Roth $699,000

Exquisite 11.35 acre building site in a prime location at New Bridge Polo Club. Direct access to polo fields, clubhouse, tennis and swimming pool. Complete with plenty of fencing and 3HP well!

$217,000 Call JACK ROTH

Kings Ridge Private gated equestrian estate with sweeping views of 5 verdant acres, lakes and gleaming pool artfully situated to capture vibrant sunsets. Multiple outdoor living spaces, elegant kitchen and cozy den overlooking the lake. With 5100 square feet under roof, the exterior living spaces have been designed with as much attention to detail as the interior living spaces. Studio apartment above garage with workshop, fenced yard for pets. Call Jane Page Thompson $836,000

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hallmarks of this delightful cottage with 2929 square feet. Features include open floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, cathedral ceilings, stone fireplace, wood floors and window walls overlooking one of New Bridge Polo’s beautifully maintained polo fields. Combine with Polo Vista Stables (above) for a fabulous farm! Call Courtney Conger $454,000

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TIMSHEL Level, partially cleared lots in developing equestrian area with easy access to Aiken, Edgefield and I-20. Riding rings and trails are underway, and homeowners with interests in eventing, hunter jumpers, driving and trail riding are in residence. Best of all, lots from 12.25 to over 14 acres are available for only $4,500 per acre!

Polo Vista . Comfort and craftsmanship are the

Three Runs Plantation . Aiken’s

most desirable equestrian community is the setting for this delightful home on over 5 fully fenced acres. Custom home features wood floors, high ceilings and extensive millwork with formal living room with fireplace, formal dining, custom kitchen with granite, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, screened porch and oversized garage. Call Courtney Conger $575,000

Two partly cleared tracts ready for you to have horses at home! Direct access to trail system with miles of dedicated trails, including the 61 acre Freeman preserve, which has a wonderful pond. Ask about owner financing! These 5-acre parcels offered at just

$85,000 PER PARCEL Call RANDY WOLCOTT

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Three Runs Plantation .

Beautiful NEW Wolf Construction home on a great lot in Phase 7 has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on main floor, with bedroom/bonus room and full bath upstairs. Property has 5.2 acres and 2-bay garage. Flooring throughout entire house is either oak hardwood, ceramic tile or carpet in bedrooms. Natural gas and hi-speed fiber optic internet available. Miles of groomed trails, schooling areas, dressage ring, pool, clubhouse and fitness center. CallJack Roth $579,000

In the heart of Aiken’s east side Highway 302 horse country is this beautiful parcel with 34 acres of gently rolling pasture planted in well established grass, complete with fencing and gate. Adjoins Shellhouse Lake Farm (see right)

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Calvary Training Center . Picture-perfect property with a host of potential uses in Bluffton, SC includes 43+ acres, beautiful lake, Low Country home with 7 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, education center with offices and classrooms, and extensive infrastructure that could handle a 100-unit development. The world class equestrian facility includes 25 stalls, tack rooms, grooms’ lounge and baths, wash stalls, storage and 42,000 square foot covered arena. Call Mike Hosang or Brian Cavanaugh $4,900,000

Steeplechase Cottage Beautiful 3-acre parcel in Aiken's Horse District has magnificent views of the steeplechase track and horse show grounds. The 3458 square foot main residence has open floor plan that includes 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Kitchen boasts top of the line appliances, and gracious screened porch overlooks salt water pool. Charming guest house has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Call Thomas Bossard $1,599,000

Red Top Estate . Historic Aiken estate with grand rooms for entertaining, 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and classic original architectural elements throughout. This Gilded Age residence with modern updates includes an apartment, formal gardens, carport on 1.22 acres. Additional parcels offered: 3 bedroom guest house for $265,000, and adjoining Carriage House parcel for $495,000. Call Jane Page Thompson or Alex Tyrteos $998,500

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Three Runs Plantation Located on over 8 acres in Aiken’s premier equestrian community, this stately 10-stall barn awaits completion to make it a show place. Features include hand-crafted cupolas, gabled entrance, pine paneled breezeway, large tack room, office/apartment with 2 rooms and full bath. The entry area opens to a t-shape with 5 stalls on either side, plus wash stall and feed room. Large loft accessed by outside stairs can be finished as living space. Call Courtney Conger $390,000

Private, wooded building lot with frontage on paved roadway. Mostly level with a gentle slope towards the back of this beautiful 5.32 acre lot.

Old Buckland Barn . Equestrian training

facility in Aiken’s historic downtown Horse District has spacious 2,787 square foot main residence, combining 2 original cottages with central great room. Cottage is delightfully renovated with wood floors, granite countertops and all appliances. There are 2 converted race barns with 15 expanded stalls total, board fenced paddocks, grooms’ apartment, dressage arena with mirror. Call Courtney Conger $1, 425,000

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The Wilrose . Stunning private country estate on 12 lovely

acres with beautiful live oaks! Custom home features 5 bedrooms & 4 baths, well-appointed kitchen with granite counters, high ceilings and wood flooring throughout. Attached 4 car garage plus finished basement space. Additional 18 acres with 2 large metal buildings available — complete 30 acres offered at $1,300,000. Call Mike Hosang or Brian Cavanaugh $999,000

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Three Runs Plantation . Pristine,

low-maintenance home boasts high ceilings, hardwood floors, wainscoting & crown molding. Fabulous kitchen features island, farmhouse sink, granite counters, pantry and stainless steel appliances. Spacious owners’ suite has room-sized bath and TWO walk-in closets. Separate den/office, laundry/ mudroom, bonus room with full bath above 3-bay garage, screened porch, security and irrigation systems. Call Jack Roth $579,000

Crooked Creek Farm . This 27 acre proper-

Nearby Farm . Comfortable

home with 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths near Stable View Farm and other equestrian venues. The 24 acre farm includes pasture and paddocks, and new multi-purpose building for workshop, garage, barn or storage. Call Mike Hosang or Brian Cavanaugh $240,000

LOT 22 $57,000 4.68 acres Call MIKE HOSANG or BRIAN CAVANAUGH

Wexford Mill Southern Living at its finest! This 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits on over an acre with amazing views of the lake from the rocking chair front porch. Plenty of room for entertaining with bright & spacious living room and family room, crown molding, smooth ceilings and calming colors. Lots of storage in walk-out attic and the finished garage with workshop. Call Donnita Harmon $309,500

Shellhouse Lake Farm .

Sportsman's retreat located in Aiken’s east side equestrian corridor less than 10 miles from downtown! Drive through the gated entrance and past grassy fenced pasture to the sparkling 11 acre lake. Parcel Two offers approximately 43 acres mostly cleared and grassed with Shaw's Creek at the back border. The brick 2 bedroom, 1 bath country cabin has spacious kitchen/family room, fireplace and full length porch, with wonderful views overlooking lake. Call Mike Hosang $510,000

Thirty Oaks Farm . Charming

2 bedroom, 2 bath cottage with fireplace surrounded by horse country 12.38 acres. Equestrian amenities include 6-stall barn with feed/tack room, separate workshop, hay storage building, 10 turnouts, lay-up field, and 5 run-ins in perimeter fenced established pasture. Call Mike Hosang or Brian Cavanaugh $389,900

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Large lot (8.71 acres) complete with fencing, well & septic across from endline of Field 2. World class polo community with polo fields, clubhouse, tennis & swimming pool.

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LOT 13 $41,000 3.41 acres

ty features established pasture grass, 2 barns, one with 8 stalls and the other with 12 and 3 smaller outbuildings. Home was designed to be used as two living spaces featuring two kitchens, 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and a large living/dining/ kitchen area in the center of home with a fire place. There is also a glassed in porch. Call Mike Hosang or Brian Cavanaugh $350,000

Black Sheep Farm Dine al fresco in the breezeway of this classic European courtyard farmhouse, overlooking koi pond and heated pool. Perfect for the Aiken lifestyle, this beautiful property melds outdoor & indoor living with 3 en suite bedrooms, 2 wood-burning stoves, huge kitchen & greatroom with hardwood floors. Adjoining office, family room, laundry, workshop, 4 stalls, tack & feed room with paddocks beyond. Over 8 acres with 3-bay garage. Call Mike Hosang or Brian Cavanaugh $689,000

Large trees abound on these TWO adjoining level lots approximately 16 acres each, with plenty of road frontage and beautiful home sites. Many horse farms and large estates surround this east side horse country community.

Build the home of your dreams! Two lots available in small, private, gated equestrian community that's close to Stable View with easy access to the interstate, downtown Aiken and Augusta

Three Runs Plantation .

Beautiful Phase 1 lot offered with NEW hunt box combo to be constructed by Farmfield Builders. Includes 700 square foot apartment, 3 stalls, tack room, feed room and wash stall. Close to community amenities including clubhouse, riding arenas, pool, and direct access to the 30-mile riding trail system! Call Alex Tyrteos $320,000

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New Bridge Polo . Beautiful bungalow features

2 screened in porches, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and an open kitchen and living area with a gas fireplace. New Bridge Polo & Country Club offers concierge boarding service in community barn, swimming pool, tennis courts, club house, and an extensive trail system. Call Mike Hosang or Brian Cavanaugh $238,000

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Manor Homes 350 and 352 Paloma Lane

New Bridge is an 860-acre gated equestrian community nestled among rolling pasture lands just 15 minutes from downtown Aiken. Born from the excitement, intensity and tradition of polo, New Bridge is the home of New Bridge Polo & Country Club, but also embraces equestrians of all disciplines as well as those who simply love the outdoors, with all sharing the essential joy of a life that celebrates horses, people and land - in a place that connects them. Residents enjoy an array of equestrian amenities including five meticulously groomed polo fields, stick and ball areas, an exercise track, riding trails, all-weather GGT dressage and jumping arenas, miles of groomed roads made for riding and The Stables, our full-care, premier 24-stall boarding facility. A swimming pool with lounge area, a clay tennis court, and an Argentinian colonial-style Clubhouse with restaurant/bar (open spring and fall), balcony, porch, and outdoor spaces round out the perfect setting for everyone - from families to empty nesters, casual riders to competitive athletes, and those simply seeking solace from a busy world.

Two spacious, architect-designed two-story homes within walking distance of the Clubhouse, pool, tennis court and Polo Field #1. These craftsman-style homes offer up to 2,550 SF of heated and cooled space. Roomy, vaulted ceilings and many upgrades make the Manor Homes low maintenance living at its finest.

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The New Bridge world is one where all can revel in the luxury of leisure, the excitement of sport, the abiding beauty of horse country, and the deep connections of a close-knit community. New Bridge: room to play; room to ride; room to live, all in a place you ! will want to call home.

ABOUT THE MANOR HOMES Two uniquely designed, low maintenance, comfortable homes conveniently located next to the tennis court and across from the Clubhouse and Polo Field #1. Each home features a large kitchen, dining room, living room, and enclosed porch. Marvin windows, oak flooring throughout, granite countertops and many other upgrades. Downstairs master suite has a walk-in closet. Upstairs has room for 2 generous bedrooms and a bath (this is finished space in Unit 350 and unfinished in Unit 352). Unit 352 comes with a detached 2 car garage, while Unit 350 has a designated building space for a garage to be added in the future.

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Unit 352 @$319,500; Unit 350 @ $339,500. Includes membership to New Bridge Polo & Country Club and access to all the amenities that New Bridge offers.

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Secret Lives of Horses Jazzy: Queen of the Farm By Nancy Johnson

ara Heuberger will never forget the day in February 2017 when she received a phone call from Eda Bell, a longtime friend in Pennsylvania. “I couldn’t believe she was offering us Jazzy. It was nothing short of a dream come true.” Severn Jasmine, known as “Jazzy” was, at the time, a 23-year-old Section A Welsh Pony with a long and successful career as a hunter pony in the showring. She had also spent much of her life teaching young riders at Sue McDade’s Kindernook Farm in Nottingham, Pennsylvania. She was a perfect match for Tara’s son Tegan Price, then 7 and an aspiring rider. And so Jazzy came to Aiken, where she now lives at Heuberger’s Three T Farm. Jazzy was born on May 28, 1994 near Annapolis, Maryland at Severn Oaks Farm, a renowned Welsh pony breeding farm established in 1947. Back in 1996, Eda Bell went there to find a pony for her daughter, Ellie. She was immediately drawn to 2-year-old Jazzy. “She had that confidence as a youngster that made me feel that she would take care of her rider,” Eda says. Ellie was only 3 at the time, so after purchasing the pony, Eda broke her herself. “She was so tiny that I just rode her lightly around the farm bareback.” When Jazzy was 4 and Ellie was 5, Eda sent them both to train with Sue at Kindernook Farm. There, Devon Williams, 9 years old at the time, started showing Jazzy in Welsh Pony shows. Ellie and Jazzy began their career together in leadline, then progressed to short stirrup before Ellie took over the ride completely. Just 11.3, Jazzy had developed into a stunning black roan mare that always caught the judge’s eye. “Both Devon and Ellie started winning championships on her from day one,” Eda says. “And I don’t think we ever went to a show when someone didn’t ask if she was for sale.” She fondly remembers Ellie’s last show on Jazzy, the Maryland Pony Show, where Jazzy was named Maryland Bred Champion. When Ellie moved up to Lionheart, a medium pony, Jazzy was passed to Ellie’s younger brother Jamie. Jamie was not a show rider. He did the requisite walk, trot, canter and small courses in the ring, but his favorite thing was playing cowboys and Indians bareback with Ellie on Lionheart. “Jazzy always loved to zoom and wahoo around, but only if you asked her!” says Eda. After both children outgrew her, the Bells sent Jazzy back to Sue at Kindernook where she remained for nearly a decade doing what she does best, teaching young riders. Tara Heuberger met Jazzy almost two decades ago when she was a working student at Kindernook. She remembers helping to prepare the pony for some of her final shows with Ellie Bell. Although Tara’s life then took her to Colorado, Florida, and finally Aiken, she always kept in touch with Kindernook and followed Jazzy’s career. Whenever she went home to visit her parents, she always made the trip to Kindernook to see Sue and Jazzy. On one of those trips, her son Tegan met Jazzy for the first time. “Tegan was about a year old and had never ridden except double bareback with me,” says Tara. “We sat him up on her and she walked like she was on eggshells.” In early 2017, Jazzy had just come came back to Kindernook from a lease. Sue no longer had any young riders in her barn, and she and Eda were discussing a plan for the pony. “All of a sudden it occurred to us – Tara and Tegan needed Jazzy. It’s like it came full circle since Tara has known Jazzy forever,” Eda says. And of course, Tara was thrilled to accept the pony.

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When Jazzy arrived in Aiken, Tegan had never ridden by himself, but Tara didn’t hesitate to put her son on the pony and turn them loose in the ring. Before long, Tegan was confidently walking and trotting and Jazzy was headed back to the show ring. One of their biggest accolades to date was winning the walk-trot division championship at the Aiken Horse Show in the Woods in 2018. “She has made a rider out of him and taught him so much,” explains Tara. “It’s funny because she is push button to a point, but she can feel what each kid is capable of and she’ll test them if she knows they are balanced and confident.” Tegan now canters and jumps courses on Jazzy and they have recently moved up to the crossrails division. “Tegan’s riding has progressed so much because of Jazzy. He’s starting a young pony now because of the confidence she has given him.” And while there is no question that Tegan and Jazzy adore one another, the pony has a number of other young fans. Tara currently has five students who are learning the ropes from Jazzy. She explains that having a suberbly voice-trained pony such as Jazzy can actually be tricky with beginners. “I can’t tell the kids to ‘halt’ or ‘trot’ because Jazzy will immediately do what I say and not wait for the child’s aids. We have taken to using other words; like ice cream for walk.” Tara admits that while Jazzy has definitely earned her position “Queen of the Farm,” she is a bit high maintenance. “She has never been able to be turned out with any other horses or ponies. She’ll squeal and kick if anyone comes in her space,” she says. “It’s a bit difficult in the lineup at horse shows as you can’t have her too close to another pony. “I can’t express how honored I am that Sue and Eda have entrusted us with caring for this very special pony,” Tara continues. “We expect her to happily live out her days with us here at Three T Farm.” Sue McDade has trained many top show ponies in her days, “But there aren’t many that I’ve been associated with for over 20 years!” she says. “She’s truly a once-in-a-lifetime pony. She’s always been an Alpha mare and literally rules the whole farm, but you could always count on her with the kids. She gears down for the beginners, but when they can do a bit more, she perks up her ears and is ready.” Eda Bell credits Sue for Jazzy’s enduring soundness and happiness in her job. “Although Jazzy was always very athletic, she’s only 11.3 and we didn’t want to push her to do the regular small pony hunters. Sue was very adamant about it.” Ellie Bell, now 25, beams when she talks about her first, and still favorite, pony. She has had many ponies and horses since Jazzy and credits the little mare with giving her the confidence to ride the green ones. “She is the most amazing and trustworthy first pony. I wish I could have had her in every size pony and a horse version too!” Tegan, now 9, realizes how fortunate he is to have Jazzy in his life. “I like riding Jazzy because she makes me get better because she always gives me a little challenge. I love jumping courses with her! She just goes in the ring and jumps everything and she loves it when I jump her. She really knows everything.” He sums it up succinctly, “Well, she’s pretty much just the best pony in the world!”

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Pony Club Grows

The Aiken County Pony Club (ACPC) is growing by leaps and bounds. So far this year, 10 new riders have joined to bring the club roster to 30 total members. As one of the most active pony clubs in the area, the ACPC draws members and guests from as far away as Savannah and Charleston to its mounted meetings, games, and events. This summer, on August 25th, the Aiken Hounds hosted a Foxhunting Camp for the ACPC at The Riding School, the home of Aiken’s Junior Pony Club introductory classes. Campers were introduced to the Aiken Hound’s staff, visited the kennels, and engaged in games and activities that taught them about foxhunting The most recent ACPC mounted meeting was held on September 22 at The Vista, the ACPC’s home base. Pony clubbers rotated through flat, stadium, and cross country lessons with local professionals Gonzalo Garcia, John Abbott, and Katie Cummings. A potluck lunch followed the morning instruction. The day concluded with horse management lessons and activities led by club District Commissioner (DC) Kim Wienholt. On September 30th, the ACPC members ‘Mucked for Bucks’ at Stableview’s Oktoberfest Horse Trials, earning $900 for the club’s coffers. This money will help pay for each ACPC member to attend eventing

camp, a pony club rally, or an event. Upcoming events for the ACPC include mounted lessons at The Vista on October 13th and November 17th, a fundraiser at the Aiken Fall Steeplechase on October 27, more mucking at the Katydid CDE on November 3rd, the annual ‘Washing of the Aiken Foxhounds’ on November 21st, and a rating clinic on December 15th. Check www.aikencountyponyclub.com for schedule additions and changes and contact 803.574.2707 or aikencountyponyclub@ gmail.com if interested in membership. -Ragan Morehouse

Dressage at USC Aiken

University of South Carolina Aiken has a growing equestrian program. They already have a polo team, a hunt seat team and a western team. Now a group of students would like to have a dressage team, too. The plan is to have a team that can join the Intercollegiate Dressage Association and compete against other colleges in the region. The Intercollegiate Dressage Association is a national organization that began in 1995 in order to help students make dressage a part of their college experience. “The mission of the IDA is to introduce students to the equestrian discipline of dressage and to foster continued development, understanding and appreciation of the art of dressage through organized

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student competitions and educational opportunities,” according to their website. Because one of the goals of the association is to introduce new riders to the sport and to make competing accessible and affordable, students do not need to own a horse to participate, nor do they need prior experience. The only thing that they are required to own is “appropriate riding attire” and a certified helmet. In order to get started, the team is looking for a coach, a place to practice, and horses to ride. The college’s huntseat team is currently based at Bridlewood Farm, where the students have access to school horses and all the equipment they need. The dressage team is looking for a similar arrangement at a local dressage facility. According to a statement put out by the university, the role of the coach is a “non-University funded position. Many IDA coaches receive payment from individual members via required team (group) lessons.” Interested in helping out? Prospective coaches can contact Marissa Collins, who is the staff advisor for the club. (MarissaC@ usca.edu or 803-641-3408). “We are very interested in discussing this endeavor with individuals who are interested in becoming a coach, have access to or own a facility that will support the team.”

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Amy McElroy is an FEI competitor, and a USEF S judge. She is qualified to officiate at any USEF recognized national show at all dressage levels. She rides, trains and teaches at Fair Lane Farm in Aiken and judges between 15 and 20 dressage and eventing shows each year. In her popular Ask the Judge column, she answers readers’ questions about dressage. Do you have a question for Amy? Send her an email at McElroyDRM@aol.com, or visit her website: www.amymcelroy.com.

Dear Amy I have been a huntseat rider my entire life, but I would like to start competing in dressage this fall. I am not sure what level I should try and how many tests I should enter at the show. Could you also please tell me how the winner is determined and what is a good score?

Dear Huntseat, I am so glad you have an interest in dressage. The Aiken area offers many opportunities to compete all year round. The 2018-2019 dressage season began on October 1. The current United States Dressage Federation tests will be changing December 1, 2018. These tests change every four years. Currently, the USDF offers five levels of competition. Each level has three different tests to choose from. These national level tests are as follows (some things might be changing in December when the new tests come out): Introductory Level, currently offering tests A, B and C. Elements you might see in the tests: Simple walk and trot figures only in A and B. A small canter tour only in test C Training Level, offering tests 1, 2 and 3. Elements you might see in the tests: Walk, trot, canter 20 meter circles A stretch down circle First Level, offering tests 1, 2 and 3 Elements you might see in the tests: Leg yields 10 and 15 meter circles Lengthenings Second Level, offering tests 1, 2 and 3 Elements you might see in the tests: Sitting trot Medium trot and canter Shoulder-in Haunches-in, Walk-canter-walk transitions Counter canter Third Level, offering tests 1, 2 and 3 Elements you might see in the tests: Half passes in the trot and canter Flying changes Extended trot and canter Fourth Level, offering tests 1, 2 and 3 Elements you might see in the tests: Canter pirouettes 3- and 4-time tempi changes Each of the levels has required movements that steadily increase in difficulty, and the purpose of each test is described on the front page of every test sheet. For example, all Training level tests have this purpose: “To confirm the horse demonstrates correct basics, it’s supple and moves freely forward in a clear rhythm with a steady tempo, accepting contact with the bit.” Most tests will be close to five minutes long. You will be

riding individually, and likely for one judge. According to the USEF rulebook, legally your horse is allowed to compete in up to three dressage tests per day at Third level and below, and two tests per day at Fourth level and above. I see most people riding Third level and below entering two tests per day, while people riding at Fourth level and above usually do only one test per day. I rarely see anyone enter three tests in one day on the same horse. The only other requirement is that in each show your horse can only perform tests within one level, or in consecutive levels. So you may perform any Training Level and any First level test on the same horse at the same show, but your horse cannot enter a Training level and a Second level test at the same show. Although the numbered tests within each level are progressive, you are not required to do them in any order. It is also up to you to decide at which level you should compete, and there are no scoring or other requirements for moving up, or down. The final placings are determined after all the rides and scores have been tallied. All tests currently have between 13 and 30 movement scoring boxes. In addition to the scores from these boxes, there are also currently five collective marks. Your judge will score each numbered movement on a scale of 0 (hopefully not!) to 10. A .5 decimal is allowed, so you might get a 6.5, for example. The numbers from all the boxes are added up, and then a final percentage is determined mathematically. The horse and rider with the highest percentage score is the winner, and the class is then placed accordingly. Most shows will award ribbons through sixth place. All tests have a possible 100% score, although this has never yet been achieved. Some of the world’s greatest riders have gotten into the 90s, but they are truly exceptional. At most shows you will see scores from the low 50s to the mid 70s. If you score in the 60% range, that would mean your horse belongs at the level in which you are competing and can perform all the movements in the test. Percentage scores in the 70s would be considered quite good, and they are not easy to earn. On the other hand, scores in the 50% range and below, would mean that you and your horse are probably not quite ready for that level. To answer your question about what test to pick, I would look at the stated purpose of the test, examine the required movements and then choose which test you and your horse would be comfortable performing. Training level might be a good start – if it is too easy you can always move up. I would advise entering two classes per day and see how it goes. Ride your best and strive for a score in the 70s – this would mean that most of your scores would be 7s and would probably put you at the top of the class. It also might mean that you and your horse are ready to move up a level. Hope to see you coming down the centerline.

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World Equestrian Games Mixed Results in Tryon By Pam Gleason

rom a purely competitive perspective, the 2018 World Equestrian Games were among the most successful World Championship outings the United States Equestrian Federation has ever experienced. United States riders and teams took home a total of 10 medals, more than they ever have in the past. These medals included three team golds, not just in reining (where the U.S. team has been golden at all five WEGs in which the sport has been included) but also in showjumping, and, for the first time ever, in combined driving. The U.S. equestrians also won team and individual silver medals in dressage, the individual silver and bronze in reining, the individual silver in driving and an individual silver and bronze in para-dressage. Of the seven events that were ultimately completed at the WEG, U.S. riders were shut out of the medals in two. One was vaulting; the other (a big disappointment for Aiken’s followers of the sport) was eventing. In most of the disciplines, the competition appeared to be well run and the facilities and courses ideal for testing the abilities of the horses, giving them a chance to compete at their best, without overfacing them or endangering their welfare. The fact that many horses and riders achieved personal bests in dressage (both in the discipline itself and in the dressage portion of eventing) is a testament to the quality of the footing in the arenas. The fact that multiday competitions such as eventing and showjumping saw many changes of the lead among the top riders and teams showed that the questions being asked of the horses and riders were at world class level. That there were relatively few mishaps and horse injuries throughout the two-week championship indicates that the designers of the courses did not make anything too difficult or dangerous. That being said, it is undeniable that the Tryon WEG 2018 faced some significant challenges. The first challenge was that the 1,600 acre Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, North Carolina, which opened just four years ago in 2014, had an abbreviated 18 month period in which to get ready for the games. The WEG, held every four years alternating with the Olympics, are normally awarded four years ahead of time in a bidding process managed by the FEI. The 2018 WEG were initially intended to be held in Bromont, Canada. But after the Canadian group that was supposed to run the event ran into financing problems, Bromont pulled out as a host. In 2016, Tryon came in with a bid that impressed the FEI. After it was accepted, the partners who own the resort pulled out all the stops to get the facility ready for its big international debut. The Tryon partners were ambitious and had vision, but they overestimated how much they could get done in the limited timeframe. Not only was there an immense amount to build, doing construction in the Southeast is often affected by the weather, a factor that does not appear to have been adequately accounted for. Torrential rains during the spring and summer delayed construction in many places, complicating an already difficult situation. Local people knew that many parts of the facility would not be complete in time for the games, but competitors and spectators alike were surprised to find so many of the structures unfinished when they arrived. The international pavilion overlooking the main outdoor arena was mostly finished, although there were many parts of it that were not, including the room for the media. (For instance, there were partially finished men’s and women’s rooms, with functional plumbing in at least the men’s room, while the ladies’ was roped off. Later in the week, the men’s room was roped off, too, whether for the sake of parity or because organizers did not want people to be using unfinished restrooms is not clear.) The main competition spaces were complete, but they were surrounded by vast stretches of red clay construction areas dotted with heavy equipment and massive 18-wheelers, some of them mired in deep

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Germany United States Jessica von Bredow-Werndl on TSF Dalera BB Steffen Peters on Suppenkasper Adrienne Lyle on Salvino Dorothee Schneider on Sammy Davis Jr. Kasey Perry-Glass on Goerklintgaards Dublet Sönke Rothenberger on Cosmo Laura Graves on Verdades Isabell Werth on Bella Rose

Great Britain Spencer Wilton on Super Nova II Emile Faurie on Dono di Maggio Carl Hester on Hawtins Delicato Charlotte Dujardin on Mount St John Freestyle

Team Driving

United States James Fairclough Misdee Wrigley-Miller Chester Weber

Team Eventing

Great Britain Rosalind Canter on Allstar B Piggy French on Quarrycrest Echo Tom McEwen on Toledo de Kerser Gemma Tattersall on Arctic Soul

Ireland France Padraig McCarthy on Mr Chunky Thibaut Vallette on Qing du Briot ENE HN Sarah Ennis on Horseware Stellor Rebound Maxime Livio on Opium de Verrieres Sam Watson on Horseware Ardagh Highlight Sidney Dufresne on Tresor Mail Cathal Daniels on Rioghan Rua Donatien Schauly on Pivoine des Touches

Team Jumping

United States Devin Ryan on Eddie Blue Adrienne Sternlicht on Cristalline Laura Kraut on Zeremonie McLain Ward on Clinta

Sweden Henrik von Eckermann on Toveks Mary Lou Malin Baryard-Johnsson on H&M Indiana Fredrik Jönsson on Cold Play Peder Fredricson on H&M Christian K

Germany Simone Blum on DSP Alice Laura Klaphake on Catch Me If You Can OLD Maurice Tebbel on Don Diarado Marcus Ehning on Pret A Tout

Team Reining

United States Casey Deary on Heavy Duty Chex Cade Mccutcheon on Custom Made Gun Daniel Huss on Miss Dreamy Jordan Larson on ARC Gunnabeabigstar

Belgium Dries Verschueren on Smart’n’Sparkin Ann Poels on Made In Walla Cira Baeck on Gunners Snappy Chic Bernard Fonck on What a Wave

Germany Grischa Ludwig on Ruf Lil Diamond Markus Süchting on Spotlight Charly Robin Schoeller on Wimpy Kaweah Julia Schumacher on Coeurs Little Tyke

Individual Dressage

Isabell Werth on Bella Rose (GER)

Laura Graves on Verdades (USA)

Charlotte Dujardin on Mount St John Freestyle (GB)

Individual Driving

Boyd Exell (AUS)

Chester Weber (USA)

Edouard Simonet (BEL)

Individual Eventing

Rosalind Canter on Allstar B (GB)

Padraig McCarthy on Mr Chunky (IRE)

Ingrid Klimke on SAP Hale Bob OLD (GER)

Individual Reining

Bernard Fonck on What a Wave (BEL)

Daniel Huss on Miss Dreamy (USA)

Cade Mccutcheon on Custom Made Gun (USA)

Individual Jumping

Simone Blum on DSP Alice (GER)

Martin Fuchs on Clooney (SUI)

Stever Guerdat on Bianca (SUI)

high throughout the two weeks of the games, the weather was only really a major factor on the first Thursday, when it contributed to the ultimate cancellation of the endurance race, and on the first Sunday, when the remains of Hurricane Florence brought torrential downpours. These rains forced the rescheduling of the eventing stadium phase to Monday, and the cancellation of the final dressage competition, the musical freestyle. Organizers had attempted to move the freestyle to an indoor arena, but that would have required them to change the footing, which had been prepared for the reining competitions. They also hoped to reschedule the competition to Monday, but many of the international horses were scheduled to fly out on that day, and no one thought a horse should travel on the same day that it competed. By the second week, the rain was gone and everything ran more smoothly, even though some competitions had to be moved to different arenas because of previous flooding. The final weekend certainly ended on a high note for the U.S. teams, with their win in showjumping and in combined driving, leaving many people from the U.S. side with a more positive impression than they might have had earlier on. The 2018 WEG had many detractors, including the Canadian showjumping rider Eric Lamaze, who posted a scathing review on his Facebook page. (“Tryon marked my seventh World Championship and, in my opinion was the worst one ever held,” he wrote.) But in the

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Netherlands Bram Chardon Koos de Ronde IJsbrand Chardon

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Belgium Dries Degrieck Glenn Geerts Edouard Simonet

end, many people were happy with the experience overall, and came away with a positive impression of the TIEC, which clearly will be a spectacular place when all the construction is finally completed. It was not perfect, but it showed promise. Mark Belissimo, who spoke to a group of reporters about the future of the TIEC on September 21, remained optimistic about the facility’s future as a world class equestrian destination, and even seemed to be entertaining the possibility of hosting the event again in 2022. “If we ran this again, would it be unbelievable? Absolutely,” he said. The World Equestrian Games were started in 1990, and they have always faced challenges. Holding a world championship for one discipline is hard enough; holding eight world championships at the same time in the same place is a logistical nightmare. Almost every WEG has had problems and vocal detractors. Worse still for the organizers is the strong possibility of losing money – Tryon is expected to lose about $1.5 million, according Mark Belissimo, due to depressed spectator turnout and the necessity of refunding tickets for events that were canceled. No venue has yet been selected for the 2022 games. Samorin, Slovakia, which had been the scheduled host, has withdrawn from consideration. The FEI is expected to make an announcement about the 2022 games after its general assembly meeting in November.

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Eventing Joys and Disappointments Gold for England; Tenth Place for USA

By Pam Gleason,Photography by Pam Gleasom & Gary Knoll f eventing is supposed to be the ultimate test of a horse and rider, then the competition at the 2018 World Equestrian Games in Tryon certainly did its job. The dressage phase established the top contenders on the first two days, Thursday and Friday. Saturday’s cross country results shuffled the leaderboard. Then Monday’s stadium rounds shuffled it again. Each phase winnowed down the field so that the best prepared, most well rounded horses and teams emerged victorious. This is what is supposed to happen at any event. What made WEG eventing so successful is that the jumping phases presented a true test to the top horses and riders in the world without making any of the courses so challenging that they became dangerous. There were run-outs and refusals on cross country and a few riders parted company from their mounts, but not one horse fell. Captain Mark Phillips, who is the former chef d’equipe of the US eventing team, designed the well-reviewed cross country course. He has been a course designer for decades, setting the track at many top venues, including at Stable View in Aiken, but Tryon WEG was his first world championship course. It was laid out on Tryon International Equestrian Center property adjacent to the main arenas on the grounds of the former White Oak Golf course. The old golf course already had a number of water hazards, and these

horses and riders performed their dressage tests without trouble on the perfectly manicured surface of the TIEC arena. On Thursday, the first day of dressage, the German rider Julia Krajewski rode a sensational test to earn a score of 19.9 on Chipmunk FRH. On Friday, her teammate Ingrid Klimke scored 23.3 on Hale Bob OLD. These are among the best scores ever seen in a world championship, putting the teammates one and two in the competition

Left: Phillip Dutton on Z; Lynn Symansky on Donner. Above: Boyd Martin on Tsetserleg

were incorporated into the eventing course, making it enjoyable for horses that like water, and not quite as much fun for horses that did not. There were three water complexes, three bridges, plentiful banks, drops, skinnies, combinations, and many beautifully designed, rather whimsical fences. These included a pair of giant squirrrels, an oversized carved bee on a flower, a parade of turtles, a whiskey still and a table of apples. The course was built by Eric Bull of ETB Construction, who also teamed up with Phillips for the course at Stable View. Carvings were done by Joe Stylos. In previous world championships, the event was set at a four-star level, making it as difficult as the Kentucky Three-Day (formerly Rolex), Burghley, Badminton and Luhmühlen. This time around, however, it was decided to drop the cross country course to a three-star, which explains why the fences, though certainly challenging, did not have quite the death-defying aspect of those at some previous WEGs. Tryon WEG also included another stringent test. This was a long, fairly steep hill that led from the course back up to the TIEC arenas where the last few fences were set. After 22 fences, horses needed to be extremely fit to make it up that hill and still have gas in the tank for fences 23, 24 and 25. As the dressage phase began in Tryon, everyone was on edge about the approach of Hurricane Florence, wondering when and if it would arrive. But Thursday and Friday, though hot and humid, were not wet, and

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and making team Germany the overnight leader with a record score of 73.4, including a 30.2 from Kai Ruder on Colani Surprise. Great Britain, led by Rosalind Canter on Allstar B (24.6), stood second after dressage, while the USA was third on the strength of Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg’s personal-best 27.10 score, followed closely by Phillip Dutton on Z (27.6) and Lynn Symansky on Donner (28.3) Will Coleman on Tight Lines had the drop score of 35.6. Americans have always been strongest in the jumping phases, so attaining a third place position in dressage seemed to bode well for the home team. But cross country day, which was started early, since rain was forecast for later in the afternoon, proved especially disappointing. Will Coleman went first as the pathfinder for the team, and he quickly found the problem fences. The first of these was the “waterfall-up bank,” which represented the short route out of the Mars Sustainability Water, the second water complex on the course. This was a regular looking bank jump, except that it had a fountain running out of its top. A number of horses said “no” here: Tight Lines was one of them. Will also had another run-out at fence 14b of the CSX Junction, meaning that America’s next rider, Boyd Martin needed to go clean to keep the team alive. But Boyd’s mount, Tsetserleg, was still a little green for this level of competition. He, too, ran into trouble at the Mars Water, though he did not attempt the waterfall jump, taking the option instead. Tsetserleg jumped down into the water a little unbalanced, and then did not quite seem to understand that he was supposed to tackle the sailboat fence that stood in its middle. He had a run-out, and then finished the course with time faults. Phillip Dutton’s Z started the course strong – perhaps a little too strong, since it looked like Dutton needed to contain his horse's enthusiasm quite a bit in the beginning of the course, and he seemed to be getting tired by the end of it. They were clean, but picked up a few time faults. Only Lynn Symansky and Donner were double clear. Meanwhile, Julia Krajewski, the overnight leader, was knocked out of contention with a run out and time penalties. Her teammate Ingrid Klimke went double clear, finishing exactly at the optimum time of ten continued on page 60

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Jumping Gold for USA WEG Team Victorious

By Pam Gleason, Photography by Pam Gleasom & Gary Knoll

fter three intense rounds of jumping competition, it all came down to McLain Ward and his grey mare Clinta. It had been a long day and the sun was setting over the Tryon International Equestrian Center, casting long shadows onto the course as Ward rode in. An enthusiastic crowd strained forward, alternately watching the man himself and glancing over at the giant television screen at one end of the arena, where all the action played out in real time. This was it. At the end of the team round that had just completed, the US and the Swedish teams were tied for the showjumping gold medal at the World Equestrian Games. This meant there would be a jump-off. The four members of each team would alternate rounds, and the fastest and cleanest team would be the winner. The USEF jumping team included two veteran performers, McLain Ward and Laura Kraut, along with two relative newcomers, Devin Ryan (36 and at his first world championship) and Adrienne Sternlicht, a 25-year-old graduate of Brown University. Combining seasoned competitors with young and up-and-coming talent is a winning formula devised by the showjumping chef d’equipe Robert Ridland. Not only has Ridland’s strategy brought success, it has also helped developed the next generation of showjumping talent, broadening and deepening the pool of the country’s international competitors. First to ride in the jump-off was Sweden’s Henrik von Eckermann on Toveks Mary Lou, who went clear and fast over a shortened, rather trappy course. The USA’s Devin Ryan rode next, also jumping clear aboard Eddie Blue, a 9-year-old Dutch gelding. Then, Sweden’s Malin BaryardJohnsson and H & M Indiana had a rail; so did the USA’s Adrienne Sternlicht and Cristalline. Next, Fredrik Jönsson jumped clean on Cold Play, and Laura Kraut, a member of the US gold medal team at the 2008 Olympics, put in a matching perfect round on Zeremonie. The final Swedish rider, Peder Fredricson, was clean and fast on H & M Christian K. This meant that to win the gold for his country, Ward, the final rider, had to have a clear round, and it had to be fast enough to put the USA ahead of Sweden. McLain’s mount, Clinta, was a relatively new one for him. An 11-year-old Oldenburg mare, she came into Ward’s stable in 2017, after he spotted her and fell in love with her at Aachen in Germany. Ward had purchased her from the well-known German trainer, Paul Schockemohle – while under his ownership, she was campaigned for a time by Henrik von Eckermann, from the Swedish team. Over the past year, Ward had competed successfully with Clinta, but she was not, by most standards, the top horse in Ward’s string. That honor would go to another mare, HH Azur. But HH Azur was recovering from a minor injury, and so Clinta had stepped up for the WEG. The pressure was certainly on. In the previous round, Ward and Clinta had tipped a rail on one of the last fences of the course – that was why there was a jump-off in the first place: if they had been clean, the US would have won outright. Ward knew he had to be clear, but it would do no good to have a clear round if it was not fast enough to make his team’s time better than that of the Swedes. In this situation, going too slowly would be just as bad as hitting a rail. If the USA was going to win, Ward and Clinta would have to fly. And so they went for it. Clinta careened around the arena like a dervish and Ward cut some close corners, but his horse never looked like she would hit anything. When they jumped the final fence and it

stayed up, the crowd erupted in cheers. Then the giant television screen showed that the time was fast enough to win, and the cheering became deafening. People waved American flags and clapped and shouted. The US won the gold, Sweden took silver and Germany was bronze. American teams have a solid record on the international showjumping circuit, although this is the first time that they have ever won at the World Equestrian Games. They also won team gold at the 2008 Olympics, with both Kraut and Ward on the team. That competition, too, ended in a jump-off, this time against Canada, the eventual silver medalist.

Above: The US team. Right: Laura Kraut on Zeremonie After taking Saturday off, the showjumpers returned to the arena on Sunday, the final day of the WEG, to vie for individual medals. American riders were hoping to make it back to the podium, especially McLain Ward who had the best record on his team. The individual final was made up of two rounds. The first included the top 25 riders and horses from the previous days of competition. The top 12 riders from that round went on to the individual final. The gold-medal-winning American team qualified all four of its rider for the round of 25, and three riders, Ward, Kraut and Sternlicht, came back for the final round. There, Sternlicht had one rail and Kraut had two, knocking themselves well out of contention. Ward was clean, but had time penalties to wind up in fourth place just off the podium. The individual winner was Germany’s Simone Blum on her mare DSP Alice. Blum, 29, was not on most radar screens as a gold medal contender. Previously ranked 142 in the world, she was coming to the WEG as her first major championship. Nonetheless, she put in cool and professional performances throughout: her horse did not touch a single rail in any of her rounds, and she completed the individual final with a single time fault on an otherwise unblemished record. Martin Fuchs of Switzerland took the silver on Clooney, while Steve Guerdat, also of Switzerland, won bronze aboard Bianca. Blum became the first woman ever to win showjumping individual gold at the WEG and only the second ever to win a world championship title in showjumping. Interestingly, she was also riding a mare (and a chestnut mare, at that, for those who have superstitions about that color on a female horse.) Three of the four horses on the gold medal winning American team were also mares, with only Devin Ryan riding a gelding.

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Charlotte Dujardin on Mount Saint John Freestyle (GB) Photography by Pam Gleason & Gary Knoll

Danielle Goldstein on Lizziemarie (Israel)

Top: Boyd Exell (Australia) Bottom: Abdel Said (Egypt), Glenn Geerts (The Netherlands), Sir Mark Todd (New Zealand). Photography by Pam Gleason and Gary Knoll

Above: Ryuzu Kitajima on Queen Mary (Japan) Below: Inessa Merkulova on Mister X (Russia) Right: Marcio Carvalha on Coronel MCJ (Brazil)

Driving Gold for USA Victory in Tryon

By Pam Gleason, photography by Pam Gleasom & Gary Knoll

oming into the 2018 Tryon World Equestrian Games, Chester Weber was already a three time individual silver medalist in four-in-hand driving. He had also helped the US win the team silver medal at the 2002 World Equestrian Games in Jerez, Spain, and at the 2010 WEG in Lexington, Kentucky. Competing on home soil as the country’s most accomplished driving competitor, he was striving to turn all that silver into gold this year. Not only did he hope to bring home the top prize as an individual, he also wanted to help team USA win its first gold medal in the sport. It would be a difficult, but certainly not an impossible task. For the team championship, each country sent three drivers. The American team consisted of Weber (who is based in Ocala, Florida), Jimmy Fairclough from Newton, New Jersey and Misdee Wrigley-Miller from Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Weber and Fairclough are both longtime members of US teams. Fairclough, 60, was a member of the gold medal team at the World Pairs Championship in 1991, and of the silver medal four-in-hand team at the 2010 WEG. Wrigley-Miller, 59, is a lifelong horsewoman, but a relative newcomer to competing in the four-in-hand division, having stepped up from competing with a pair just four years ago.

Left: Misdee Wrigley-Miller goes into the water; Above: Chester Weber in dressage

In most equestrian sports that have a team competition, the lowest ranked horseman’s score can be dropped. This is true in driving, and in this multi-phase event it is possible to mix and match scores, dropping the lowest score from each phase of the competition, rather than dropping the lowest scoring individual entirely. This became important for the US team, since the three members had different strengths as well as different luck in the three phases of the competition. Things started out well for the Americans on dressage day, which was Friday, September 21. Weber and Wrigley-Miller had 35.1 and 42 penalty points respectively, putting them in second and fourth place individually. Fairclough, with 53.15, finished 11th and was the drop score for the day. Weber and Wrigley-Miller’s combined 77.1 penalty points gave the American team a solid lead over the Netherlands (87.43) and France (101.40) as they headed into the marathon phase on day two. Marathon day was hot and humid and the track itself was very challenging. Designed by Richard Nicoll, and laid out on the grounds of the former White Oak golf club, the course had been used for eventing the previous weekend, and shared some of the same obstacles, repurposed for carriages. There were two water features and many tight turns in the hazards. The track ended with a long uphill climb before the final obstacle in the Tryon International Equestrian Center arena, a real fitness test for horses, especially considering the unseasonably warm

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weather. The majority of the competitors had come over from Europe where North Carolina-style heat and humidity are not common. This final hill included a cooling station with cold water for the horses halfway up – it was a popular place. Weber had the best score for the Americans, finishing fifth in the phase, but staying in second place when his dressage and marathon score were combined. Fairclough placed 12th in the marathon, but stayed in 11th place overall. Wrigley-Miller was slower on the course, and ran into some trouble in the second water hazard when her vehicle got caught on a buried coaxial cable that transmitted the video feed to the television screen at the center of the course. As she negotiated the obstacle, onlookers, thinking that she was going to get into trouble with the cable hanging off her carriage, called out to her to stop, but she forged ahead, finishing the obstacle cleanly, though slowly, before stopping to dislodge the cable. At some point during her run, the cable had snapped, and the video feed to both the television and the loudspeaker systems was cut off, leaving spectators to figure out what was going on for themselves. Fortunately Wrigley-Miller was one of the last competitors of the day, so no one was in the dark for long. Dropping Wrigley-Miller’s score this time, the American team remained in first place overall heading into cones, with the Netherlands in second place and Belgium in third. On cones day, the American team just had to maintain their 14-point lead over the Netherlands to take home the gold medal. The cones phase was competed in reverse order of standing. This meant Wrigely-Miller went first. She knocked down three balls and incurred time faults, making her the drop score for the phase. Fairclough was the next of the Americans to go. He knocked down two balls and had time faults for a total of 12.07 penalty points. Meanwhile, members of the Dutch team were tearing it up. Bram Chardon had the only double clear of the day, while Ijsbrand Chardon incurred 4.1 penalties and Koos de Ronde had 5.79. Still in second place individually and thus the second to last driver to go, Weber needed to be fast and clear. He did not have much room for error, since the US was now just over four points ahead of the Netherlands. He could drop one ball (3 points) and still win, as long as he went fast enough. But he could not drop two balls. He could also drive clean and have enough time penalties to drop the US into second place. The pressure was definitely on. But Chester Weber has been competing at the highest levels for decades and is the FEI second ranked driver in the world. He’s used to pressure. He drove clear, incurring a respectable 2.77 time faults to give America the win. The Netherlands was second, just 3.4 points behind the US, and Belgium remained in third. Boyd Exell, an Australian who drove as an individual and was in first place throughout, was clean as well through the cones, and drove just a little bit faster than Weber. He took the individual gold, giving Weber another silver. The bronze went to Belgium’s Edouard Simonet. In a telephone interview after the games, Weber said that winning a gold medal for the United States had been a lifelong dream of his. “It was the first ever gold medal in my life and the first team gold for US driving,” he said. “It took a lot of great efforts and working together for a common goal, not getting distracted by things like hurricanes. I think everybody was really focused on what they could bring to the team and did the best they could do. I can’t wait to do it again! I’m not sure where it will be, but we will be there!”

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eventing, from page 49 minutes to move into first place, while the German team dropped to sixth. All four riders from Great Britain were double clear. Rosalind Carter, competing in her first world championship on Allstar B, inched up into second place individually while Great Britain became the top team. The Irish team also had a fantastic day, moving up from seventh to second place after three of its four riders went double clear on cross country. This put them in line to win the first team WEG medal in that country’s history. The two biggest surprises were probably that the US team had dropped all the way down to eighth, and that the team from Japan had a very strong showing, moving up to fourth place and legitimate medal contention. While the cross country was going on, Hurricane Florence, now a tropical storm, finally made her appearance at Tryon. A light rain began to fall as the outer bands of the storm moved into the area just as the last horses were finishing the course. Organizers and chefs d’equipe had been in negotiations all day, trying to decide what to do about Sunday’s schedule, which included eventing stadium and dressage freestyle. The forecast was for heavy rain all day, and although there are indoor arenas at the TIEC, they were set up for reining and vaulting, not for jumping or dressage. After much back and forth, it was decided to put off the stadium rounds until Monday and to cancel the dressage freestyle altogether so as not to disrupt the travel schedules of the European dressage horses. This meant an unexpected day of rest for the horses and riders, which was not necessarily a good thing for everyone. The delay was definitely not a plus for the US team. Disappointed in their cross country result and with an extra 24 hours to worry about it, America’s riders seemed to come into stadium day in a tense mood,

hoping to improve the team standing, but knowing that, unless they went clear and everyone else turned the course into a game of pick-upsticks, they would be out of a medal on their own turf. Phillip Dutton, who has always shown himself to be immune to pressure, did manage a double clear, ending up 13th. But all three of the other members of the team had three rails down, far more than expected. This dropped team USA back to tenth place, which means that the team has not yet qualified for the 2020 Olympics: only the top six finishers, not including the home team Japan, got a ticket for Tokyo 2020. The Americans will still have a chance to qualify at the Pam Am Games in Lima, Peru in 2019, where they will doubtless meet 11th place Canada, also in the hunt for an Olympic berth. It was not a wonderful day for team USA, but riders from the Great Britain were on a high. Rosalind Carter and Kristina Cook both went double clear, and their teammates Tom McEwen and Piggy French each had one rail, leaving them securely in gold medal position. After Rosalind Carter’s clear round, all that was left to be determined was who would win the individual gold. Germany’s Ingrid Klimke was the last to go, and she could not afford to hit a rail if she wanted to keep to top spot on the podium. She and Hale Bob OLD had another beautiful round, and looked set to be crowned champions. But at the very last fence, Bobby clipped the back rail with his hind foot, and it came tumbling down, giving her four faults and put her in the bronze medal position. Ireland’s Padraig McCarthy and Mr. Chunky secured the individual silver medal, the first individual medal at a world championship for an Irish rider since 1978. Team Ireland won the silver (they have not brought home a team medal since 1966) and France was bronze.

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Endurance Disaster A Long Time in the Making By Pam Gleason

s the sun rose over the Tryon International Equestrian Center on Thursday, September 12, it became clear that something had gone very wrong with the endurance race, the first competition of the 2018 World Equestrian Games. It was dark when the race had its official start at 6:30 a.m. and many riders realized that the number of horses and riders crossing the start line seemed surprisingly low. Onlookers and members of various crews soon began seeing riders in places that they did not expect them. A few reportedly ended up on back roads near the TIEC, where they were surprised to encounter cars. Within about an hour of the start, officials discovered what had happened: about half the riders were started 15 minutes late. Not only that, they were instructed to go the wrong direction on the course. Word trickled out to the competitors and to those watching the race or helping with it. Then representatives from the FEI and the organizers had decisions to make. Either the race had to be called off altogether, or there needed to be some way to salvage a championship that so many people had worked so hard and invested so much to enter. After much discussion back and forth, officials decided to restart the race at the point where they should have had the first vet check, at the end of the first 40 km loop. All the riders who were still out on the course were recalled, and then, after a rest period, the race would have a second start for what would now be a 120 km competition. The FEI promised a full investigation of the false start after the race was over. To say that everyone was not happy with this decision would be a bit of an understatement. It was pointed out that there was no longer any semblance of a level playing field, since riders and horses had already travelled different distances over different terrain before the race began. Additionally, the race would no longer be at true 160 km championship length. Finally, many of the riders, already frustrated with the conditions at the TIEC and the surprising level of disorganization that they had perceived in the days before, had no confidence in the FEI to be able to conduct a safe and fair competition at Tryon. Meanwhile, representatives from the United Arab Emirates circulated a petition, asking that the WEG endurance race be canceled, and that the official world championship be rescheduled at a different place and a different time. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the prime minister of the United Arab Emirates and the leader of Dubai, had even offered to pay everyone’s travel expenses. The Sheikh, a big supporter of endurance racing and a WEG gold medalist himself, was already the sponsor of the Tryon race through his company Meydan. To make matters worse, the course and everyone on it was being drenched in a torrential downpour, which was entirely unrelated to Hurricane Florence, a dangerous storm that was threatening the North Carolina coast, but was still about 500 miles away. At 11:15 am, however, the race was officially started again, including all the horses and riders that had made it through the first vet check. The course now consisted of four, rather than five loops. As is standard for an endurance race, riders would have to pass a vet check at the end of each loop and stay at that check for a specified holding period before going back out. There are many different ways to fail this vet check. After the horse comes in, its heart rate has to come down to a predetermined number of beats per minute within 15 minutes, or it is eliminated. Horses are also assessed for possible lameness or for metabolic problems, any of which might send them to the veterinary tent instead of back out on the course. At an FEI event such as the WEG, horses might even be eliminated for not traveling fast enough: the WEG endurance race had a minimum speed, and horses that did not make the time were pulled and sent to the vet tent for evaluation before being released to their stalls. (Minimum speeds are not used in most endurance racing in America, since riders are encouraged to adapt

to trail and weather conditions, using their horse’s condition as a guide to the appropriate speed.) By early afternoon, rain gave way to sunshine. Now the track was wet and slippery with mud, and the heat and humidity climbed. Some teams and horses were handling the conditions brilliantly. Others were not. Top riders that were eliminated included Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid al Maktoum, Sheikh Mohammed’s son and the defending world champion. In fact, the entire UAE team had been eliminated. All four riders on the Spanish team were still on course, and looked almost guaranteed to win team and individual gold medals. All four French riders were doing well and looking at a possible team silver. The Americans were still in it, with three out of four riders still competing. But then, at 5:45 pm, the remainder of the race was abruptly called off. The veterinary committee raised concerns about the heat and humidity, the slipperiness of the wet track, and the condition of some of the horses being eliminated. The official reason to abandon the race was that there was a “wet bulb globe temperature index” of 31, which is dangerous. According to FEI representatives, of the 53 horses that had been sent to the vet tent at the time of the cancellation, all but one had metabolic issues. About 30 horses were treated with intravenous fluids, according to Thomas R. Timmons, DVM, the president of the FEI Endurance Veterinary Committee, who spoke at a press conference on September 14. Most horses recovered without complications. However, one horse, a 20-year-old Anglo-Arab gelding name Barack Obama that had been shipped over from New Zealand, was ultimately euthanized after developing kidney failure. This horse, a veteran of 16 FEI events and winner of six, had never had a ticket home to New Zealand. After the race, his owner had intended to retire him to a farm in North Carolina rather than take on the extra expense of shipping him back. Competitors may have been upset about restarting the race in the morning, but they were furious about its being abandoned, especially those who had already completed 80% of the course on sound and healthy horses and were in full expectation of winning medals. Some riders practically stormed the vet gate as they came in from the course. A photo of a rider giving FEI officials the finger went viral on the Internet. Spectators cheered as the horses came in, and then they booed the officials. One official was doused with a bucket of ice water. People knocked over partitions with sponsor banners on them. One rider reportedly tried to punch an FEI official. The police were called to intervene. It was not something commonly seen at an equestrian event. Tempers did not cool down much in the days that followed. The Spanish team submitted a petition for medals to be awarded based on competitors’ standing at the time that the race was abandoned, but this request was turned down. Many competitors and observers did not accept the official reason that the race was called off: after all, many of the horses that were still on the course had been carefully managed and conditioned and seemed to be in excellent shape. They believed that the race could have continued without danger, especially since the hottest part of the day was over when the race was stopped. They also pointed out that it is normal for a large proportion of the field to be eliminated in any 100 mile race – at the 2014 WEG in Normandy, for instance, less than 22% of the horse and rider combinations were able to complete the course. In Tryon, at the time the race was called off, just 36% of horses had been eliminated, a rate on par with other championship races at the same point in their progress. FEI officials countered by saying that they were responsible for ensuring the health of all the horses on the course, not just the elite ones. After all, horse safety and welfare is supposed to be a primary concern in the endurance world. The decision to call off the race had been unanimous among the FEI officials, the ground jury and the

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veterinary committee. Although it has not yet been determined exactly what happened that was responsible for the false start, the endurance fiasco at Tryon was actually a long time in the making and involved many other factors. According to many who were there, one factor was that the facility was not completely ready. The 100-mile endurance course, which wound through the woods, had been widened during the summer in an effort to pass inspection by the USDA. The concern was that many horses

coming from Europe are carriers of piroplasmosis, a tick borne disease that does not exist in the US. Initially, officials wanted to bar piropositive horses from competing at all. However, the USDA accepted trail-widening as a plan for minimizing possible transmission of the disease. Work on the track did not start until June, and was still ongoing in late August. The modified course was finally approved by the USDA on August 29, two weeks before the race. Although some riders who competed said that it was a good course, and that the conditions were not unusually deep or slippery after the rain, it is very likely that the earth in some places never had a chance to become completely settled, contributing to the difficulty some horses had. Work on the TIEC equine accommodations was also ongoing as horses and riders arrived, and teams that came a few days in advance of the event reported that their horses were being housed in a construction zone complete with heavy equipment right outside their stalls. Because of piroplasmosis fears, horses were not allowed to venture onto the grass, whether to graze or to exercise. Rules for things like where to park were continually changed with no explanation or advance notice. At most rides, competitors are allowed to go out on the course before the race, to see and even practice the start. This was not permitted at Tryon, and riders say that the start was never clearly marked either. People connected with various teams aired their worries about the event online days before the race. Facebook Live videos showed the condition of the venue, questioned the competence of the organizers, and speculated about whether it would be possible to have a safe race in the circumstances. “Everything was constructed yesterday and the day before yesterday,” said Benedicte Emond-Bon, the chef-d’equipe of the French team in an interview after the event. A larger issue that affected this year’s WEG is that endurance itself is having an identity crisis. This has been brought about by a growing schism in the sport. The style of endurance racing promoted by the American Endurance Ride Conference, which is the national governing body for endurance riding in this country, is clearly focused on horse welfare. The motto of the organization is “to finish is to win,” and the

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primary goal is always to come out of the race with a sound and healthy horse. When AERC members look at the Middle East, where there are endurance events with cash and other prizes, they see a different sport entirely, one in which speed is the primary consideration with horse welfare lagging behind. “In the last decade a clear divide has occurred within Endurance that many outside of our discipline are not aware of,” stated a September 28 letter written by the AERC executive committee and Meg Sleeper VMD, DACVIM, who is the chair of the AERC international committee. “This split is between traditional endurance on the one hand, and on the other hand extreme flat track racing for extended distances (also referred to as extreme endurance racing.) AERC does not encourage or support the philosophy or resultant behavior of flat track racing at extended distances . . . . Simply put, there is a dangerous disconnect between the extreme flat track racing for extended distances version of endurance and the AERC/USEF’s guiding principles.” The letter, which was addressed to officials at the USEF, went on to recommend that American endurance disassociate itself from the FEI for a period of two years or “until significant changes are made within the FEI.” From the AERC point of view, the reason that horses may have suffered at Tryon was not because of the conditions themselves, but because riders accustomed to the “extreme flat track racing” version of endurance did not take the trail and weather conditions into account and simply rode too fast and too recklessly. The negative effects of this were exacerbated by several decisions made by the FEI that overruled decisions made by the organizers. One of these decisions was to have five loops instead of six, which would have necessitated an additional vet check and identified horses that needed to be eliminated earlier in the race. Another was to make the first loop the maximum distance allowed, 40 km, which has been shown to be especially taxing for horses. Another was not to lower or eliminate the minimum speed when it became apparent that the weather conditions were challenging. Followers of endurance everywhere were extremely disappointed by what happened in Tryon, and no one yet knows the future of the discipline as an international sport. Many people who hold official positions with the various teams involved have been cautioned not to talk to anyone in the media about what happened, and not to share any stories on social media or elsewhere. There are rumors of lawsuits being prepared, and of course horse people never want to have any of their sports subjected to intense media scrutiny. USEF officials did not return calls asking for comment. Endurance officials and riders in other countries have not necessarily been as circumspect. Jean-Phillipe Frances, a member of the French team who was in line to win a bronze medal when the race was abandoned, has announced that the WEG experience has convinced him that it is time to retire from international competition. The chef d’equipe Benedicte Edmon-Bon opined that cancelling the race when so many riders were a short distance from the finish line was totally nonsensical. “They punish all the horses that have traveled at the right speed and whose riders have taken the conditions into account,” she said. “ Horsemen who show respect for their animals are punished, and those who do not listen to their horse are credited by canceling an event because they could no longer figure in the standings. . . . Sadly, I think this will sign the death of endurance. We can’t continue like this.”

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The Tryon Spectator Experience World Equestrian Games 2018 By Diana Hunt

s probably every Aiken horse person knows, the 2018 World Equestrian Games were held at the Tryon International Equestrian Center, September 11-16, only two and a half hours away in Mill Spring, North Carolina. The WEG is held every four years, alternating with the Olympic years. It generally is considered even more important than the Olympics for horsemen. It includes all eight FEI disciplines (endurance, vaulting, para-dressage, driving, eventing, show jumping, dressage and reining) rather than the three that are included in the Olympics (show jumping, dressage, eventing). This year’s WEG literally started out under a cloud. Hurricane Florence was heading to the North Carolina coast and its swath of destruction was forecast to range many miles inland. For spectators, already worried about the impending storm, there were more troubles in store. For instance, there was an avoidable debacle at Tuesday evening’s Opening Ceremonies on September 11. This was caused by a shortage of buses to take spectators to and from the distant parking area. There

were two-hour waits. Word of that went viral. Then, the next day, the first day of actual competition, some Endurance riders were sent out in the wrong direction, and the race had to be restarted several hours later and was eventually called off, leading to a near riot among some of the riders. It was not a good start and everyone was talking about it. Things improved after that. By Wednesday more buses were pressed into service to ferry spectators back and forth and golf carts were added to give rides to people between their vehicles and the buses. Waits were never longer than a few minutes, with the exception of the last day of competition featuring the show jumping individual medals and the driving cones. Other problems that cropped up were immediately addressed as well. For instance, when mud became an issue near the vendors’ tents, walking paths and parking areas after heavy rains, gravel was immediately laid down. But more bad news was to follow. Thanks to Florence, the weather forecast for Sunday’s final dressage musical freestyle and the final stadium jumping for eventing was dire. Officials had no choice but to postpone Sunday’s events until Monday, the 17th. Unfortunately the international dressage teams’ schedules would not permit them to stay, and while the eventing stadium phase did take place on Monday, most of those with tickets to watch had already gone home. After Florence moved on, the second week was much brighter -- in

fact it was uncharacteristically sunny and hot. Spectators were retreating to the cool grass under the stadium stands or into any air-conditioned spaces they could find. Other things created a cloud of apprehension about attending the games, including a rumored lack of local housing and accommodations and a shortage of volunteers. In addition, the Tryon International Equestrian Center is still a construction zone with big trucks and cranes as a persistent backdrop. As for volunteers, about 50 percent came from within driving distance, 25 percent were from all over the U.S. and 25 percent came from other countries. Although overworked, these volunteers were unfailingly smiling and polite. The lack of trained volunteers was obvious in all the venues but especially in the marathon phase of the driving competition. “Their website for volunteers was a little iffy,” said Bill Allen, one of seven driving volunteers from the Aiken area. “You had to be a determined person to want to volunteer. They did not make it easy - I heard of people who went to the website and tried to volunteer, got frustrated and gave up.” Apparently a lot of driving volunteers were not drivers and many were not horse people, either. “I thought surely they would spread the driving people out, so in any group of volunteers there would have been a mix of drivers and non-horse people so they could help the other people,” he explained. “But that is not exactly what they did. It doesn’t seem there was any discernible logic of how they allocated the volunteers. I suspect the WEG folks did not appreciate the fact that the marathon obstacles are not as straightforward as eventing cross-country jumps.” The lack of volunteers and other workers behind the scenes resulted in no “order of go” sheets for many disciplines, and way too few copies of cross-country and marathon courses were printed, making it difficult to keep track of the action. One vendor complained about being housed in a flimsy tent, as well as about the lack of organization, stating that the only place that knows how to put on an event of this magnitude is Aachen, Germany. According to this vendor, the reason Aachen is so organized is because the same people come back year after year to do the same job. Another cause for grumbling was the cost of food, especially from the food trucks. Twenty dollars for a piña colada; a bean burger with a dollop of coleslaw was $18, eaten outside in the heat; $18 for a mini taco. A much more substantial beef burger with all the trimmings plus fries inside an air-conditioned restaurant, sitting at a table and being waited on was “only” $17. But not everyone was unhappy. “I would not trade it,” smiled Peggy Sullenburger of Tryon, who was volunteering on the cross country course. “Our leader did a marvelous job – she was very organized, very informative. I could not believe how many people from all over the United States and out of the country came just to volunteer. We didn’t get as many spectators as they expected because of the hurricane. In a small way it was a blessing because they did not have a lot of things in place for the numbers they expected.” The Bottom line: Spectators were cheerful, volunteers all had smiles on their faces and people were just excited to be there, making WEG overall a pleasant experience for many who came to watch. After all, why wouldn’t anyone be cheerful having the chance to watch the best equine athletes and riders in the world?

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Oktoberfest at Stable View FEI Eventing

By Ragan Morehouse

iken’s first Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) eventing competition was held at Stable View on the last weekend of September. Stable View held Aiken’s first Advanced division in 2016, and this year stepped it up with CIC (Concours International Combiné) 1, 2, and 3 star levels at the fifth annual Oktoberfest. Three hundred and twenty five riders competed throughout the weekend, including 73 entries in the CIC levels. The event’s roster read like a Who’s Who of eventing with eight Olympians galloping over the course. On Wednesday, September 26, horses began shipping in to fill Stable View’s 250 stalls. One hundred new permanent stalls, which

Above: Elisa Wallace on Simply Priceless. Right: Leslie Law on Voltaire de Tre were constructed specifically for this event, were reserved for the FEI competitors. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday morning, FEI veterinarians conducted in-barn inspections to ensure the fitness and health of each horse in the CIC levels. Thursday, competitors made final preparations, exercising their mounts and walking the cross country course. On Friday, upper-level riders competed in the dressage and stadium phases. Saturday was cross country day for the Intermediate through CIC three star while lower level riders competed in dressage and show jumping. On Sunday morning, the lower levels took over the cross country course while the FEI barns emptied. Most of the upper level riders headed home for a few weeks before their next FEI event, the Dutta Corporation Fair Hill International, which takes place in Elkton, Maryland October 18-21. At the end of the Oktoberfest weekend, Phillip Dutton, an Olympic gold medalist, had ridden I’m Sew Ready, a 14-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding owned by Kristen Bond, to the top of the

leaderboard in the CIC three star. Although he added a stadium rail to his fourth place dressage score, he was one of only three riders to jump cleanly and beat the time on cross country. Doug Payne on Lisa Wall’s Getaway and Tamra Smith on Mai Baum finished second and third. Both had clear rounds in stadium but racked up time faults cross country. Boyd Martin, another Olympian and member of America’s international teams, toppled two rails aboard fan favorite Steady Eddie in stadium, but made the time cross country to move up to the fourth position after an eighth place dressage start. Out of 21 entrants, 15 finished cross country. There were three retirees on course, two withdrawals before cross country, and one fall with no injuries. In the two star, no one was able to make the time on cross country. Heather Morris from California and Charlie Tango secured the win by adding just 4.4 cross country time penalties to their dressage score of 27.7. Australian Olympian Joe Meyer came in second; Jonathan Holling, third; and British Olympian Leslie Law was fourth. Connor Giesselman and her mount Frankie had a rather scary fall cross country but recovered well with just a bit of shoulder bruising. Tamra Smith took the top spot in the CIC one star riding Donito. Jenny Caras with Fernhill Full Throttle brought home the red ribbon while Clayton Fredericks, an Australian Olympian, finished third on FE Smokey Water FBW. Then Boyd Martin won the Advanced division piloting On Cue. He bested fellow American team member Lauren Kieffer on Paramount Importance by more than ten points despite pulling a rail in stadium and having some time penalties on cross country. Boyd also earned third place in this division on Contestor, his third of five mounts for the day. The three CICs, the Advanced, and the Preliminary cross country courses were designed by Captain Mark Phillips, an Olympic gold medalist from Britain who is also well-known as the former chef d’equipe of the United States Eventing Team. Richard Jeffery, whose resume includes the Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event and the 2010 World Equestrian Games, was the stadium designer. Stable View awarded a total of $80,000 in prize money to the top placing riders, with winners of each CIC receiving $6,435. In addition to the thrill of watching international caliber riders and horses compete, spectators also got a chance to interact with one of eventing’s elite. Friday afternoon, fans were invited to walk the course with Boyd Martin to see how a top-level competitor prepares for his ride. The vendor village also drew crowds, with 25 shops and food vendors. For those with interests beyond equines, an oversized Jenga competition and the third annual Aiken Horsepower Fall Festival, a classic car show, were held Saturday on the Stable View grounds. Over 150 volunteers donated their time as dressage scribes, score runners, shuttle drivers, muck cleaners, gate managers, and jump judges to help ensure the success of Aiken’s first FEI event. “We really do appreciate the hard work and dedication of everyone who worked at the event,” Stable View owners Barry and Cyndy Olliff agreed. “Together we have created something very special.”

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Aiken Training Track’s Chairman

Bruce Johnstone Brings Experience, Enthusiasm

By Mike Mullaney ruce Johnstone, who spent years at the Aiken Training Track when it was in its heyday, happened to be visiting Aiken in the summer of 2017. This was at a time when the track president, Cary Frommer, was looking for a successor to Bill Simpson, the track’s chairman and CEO who had passed away on July 28, 2017. Cary Frommer knew that picking a new chairman wouldn’t be easy, but she had a feeling that Johnstone might be the man for the job. He had first come to Aiken in the 1970s when he was working as an assistant trainer for the Phipps family stable. He has maintained

looking for a job. He already had plenty to do as the New York Racing Association’s Manager of Racing Operations, a position he held since stepping away from training racehorses in 2007. “I hadn’t been in Aiken for a while but I wanted to get a look at the town again last year because things change over time, and you change as well, and I wanted to see if there was any connection between the two of us anymore,” he said. “While I was there Cary asked if I was interested in helping out and I said ‘Sure’ because I liked everything I saw.” With little aversion – and indeed perhaps an attraction – to

property in the city for nearly 40 years and was on one of his periodic visits to Aiken when Frommer put the idea of a chairmanship into his head. “I’ve known him since 1983 and I’d see him at a sale every now and then,” she said. “When he came back last year he told me that [Aiken] was better than he remembered it to be. I remembered what Bruce had said about Aiken, and I knew the job takes a lot of commitment, a lot of knowledge and a lot of time. And I thought Bruce would be a great fit.” When he came to visit Aiken in 2017, Johnstone was not really

challenges, Johnstone seems ideal for the job, and one would be hardpressed to find someone as bright, articulate and urbane. Bruce Johnstone is a California native, a longtime lifeguard and star athlete who attended the University of California at Berkeley where he majored in international relations and diplomacy. It was the early 1960s, and Johnstone looks back on those days as a time when “I was just trying to play sports and not flunk out. It was a great time to be there, at the beginning of the ‘Free Speech Movement,’ fighting the [school]

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administration on what you can say and where you can say it, at a time when segregation and Viet Nam were becoming big issues.” A scholarship winner as a swimmer and water polo and rugby player, Johnstone was recruited by the U.S. military for the Coastal Forces Program, an elite group of college graduates who had been Division 1 athletes. “It was somewhere between the Coast Guard and the Marines,” he

said. “It was a lengthy process to get in, and it was limited to a 12man team, designed to be a defensive force, protecting harbors and things like that. We engaged in small-weapons training; we jumped out of helicopters; we got into hand-to-hand combat … it was a great experience, like being kids again, and it was a great group of guys. The intention was for us to go to Viet Nam but the program was disbanded and we didn’t go.” Then came a job at Chuck’s Steakhouse of Hawaii in his native Santa Barbara. He worked his way up into an ownership stake in the restaurant. During this phase of his life, Johnstone had the opportunity to spend time with his father, Charles “Sandy” Johnstone, an Eastern-based veterinarian from whom he had been estranged throughout most of his life. Each wanted to pursue a better relationship. While visiting his father, who had clients in Kentucky and New York, Johnstone, then in his 20s, was smitten with thoroughbreds. Finally, he packed up his orange VW van and his two dogs and headed to Kentucky, trading his restaurant interest, his lifeguard stand and all that came with it, for bluegrass, burgoo and a job at Bull Hancock’s famed Claiborne Farm. After a couple years in Lexington he made his New York debut, working with the trainer Lefty Nickerson’s branch of Elmendorf Stable, which gave him a front-row seat at one of racing’s biggest upsets, Big Spruce’s stunning victory over a field that included the Hall of Famer Forego in the 1974 Marlboro Cup at Belmont Park.

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Recalling his proximity to that event, some old timers at the racetrack still refer to the imposing Johnstone as “Big Spruce.” After his Elmendorf stint came a seven-year run with the Phipps family, from 1974-80, which gave him his first good look at Aiken. “It was eye-opening to be there with all those good horses. All those outfits that were there back then: the Phipps stable, Bwamazon Farm, Greentree, Rokeby, …,” he said. “It wasn’t just the babies, it was the older horses, too. The Phippses had Relaxing, Private Account, Fluorescent Light and so many more. It was a great time to be there.” A horrific moment in Johnstone’s life came on May 25, 1979, when the plane his father was aboard, American Airlines 191 leaving Chicago’s O’Hare Airport for Los Angeles, lost an engine and crashed shortly after takeoff. There were 273 fatalities with no survivors, making it the highest single-plane death toll in U.S history. The next year, Johnstone left the Phipps stable and went out on his own, beginning a 27-year career as a trainer. His career highlights included scores with Secrettame in Gulfstream Park’s Shirley Jones Stakes in 1983 and Buck Aly in Aqueduct’s Grade 2 Bay Shore Stakes in 1986. In 2007, with his only child, Kelly, embarking on her college career, Johnstone began to consider what to do during what he calls “this third phase of my life.” Still considering himself a Californian (one on a nearly 50-year Eastern vacation), Johnstone said he was “thinking about going home to start another business, maybe go overseas” when a few friends called to tell him of an opportunity as horsemen’s liaison with the New York Racing Association. “I was 63 then, and most people don’t think there are many opportunities when they’re 63, which is probably the way you’re supposed to think,” he said, “but it’s not the way I think. “I wanted to expand myself, and I thought about the NYRA job, but after working for myself most of my career, I was leery about working for any big corporation.” His thoughts changed after sitting down with P.J. Campo, then the vice president and director of racing with NYRA. “I’m a self-effacing guy, but the more I listened, the more I felt I was probably the right guy for the job,” Johnstone said. “I pretty much knew all the trainers: I’m not in love with them all, but I have a decent relationship with them.” Now that he has become Aiken Training Track chairman, Johnstone’s familiarity with New York Trainers figures to play a role in the track’s future. “Certainly it’s attractive that he has a relationship with the New York horsemen,” Frommer said, “but more alluring is his knowledge of the track here, his desire to get it back to where it was, and his love of Aiken – the town itself and everything about the lifestyle, the friendly people, how everybody is welcoming.” Johnstone said he looks forward to re-establishing himself with Aiken’s horsemen. “I’m going to spend more time with Cary, meet some of the players, meet the personalities, and also look at the track itself, take a look at the tractors, the starting gate, things like that,” he said. “Maybe I’m romanticizing a little bit, but I think it’s a great place that people don’t know enough about. Part of the romance is that it’s a unique setting. Downtown Aiken is right there, and I like the fact that there is a little bit of weather, that a horse can grow a coat … I think systemically it’s better for a horse, that it’s a more natural thing to do ([than spend the winter in a subtropical climate].” Bruce Johnstone says that marketing and networking will play a significant part in the game plan: “Is there a better way to get the message out? Are there other things that we can do? Are there people out there who can give us good advice? It will be worth the effort to find out.”

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Aiken Area Hunt Directory Information for 2018-2019

elcome to the 14th annual Aiken Horse Hunt Directory for 2018-2019, providing important dates, information and contact numbers for nine regional hunts. For those who enjoy following the hounds, cubbing is already well underway and the formal hunting season is just around the corner. Opening meets occur in November and the season lasts through March. If you would like to join in or just come watch, please check in with the hunt secretary or MFH before showing up. Foxhunts are generally private clubs, but opening meets, especially the iconic Blessing of the Hounds in the Hitchcock Woods which takes place at Memorial Gate each Thanksgiving, are usually open to the public.

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Drag and live Hunt Hitchcock Woods and Aiken County, SC Hunt attire: Green coat with a chamois collar. Evening: Scarlet with green facings, chamois collar. Master of Foxhounds: Ms. Linda Knox McLean, Mr. Larry Byers, Ms. Wendy Collins Gutfarb, Ms. Sarah Wildasin Huntsman: Ms. Katherine Gunter Contact: Hon. Sec. Dr. Linda C. Hickey, 803.270.7392, lchickey63@gmail.com. Hotline: 803.643.3724 (643-DRAG). www.facebook.com/ aikenhounds. Season: Mid-October through mid-March Opening Meet: Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 22, 2018 Hunt Ball: February 23, 2019 Hunt days: Drag- Tuesdays and Saturdays; Live - Thursdays and some Sundays The Aiken Hounds is the longest running hunt in South Carolina. It was established in 1914 by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hitchcock and recognized by the MFHA in 1916. During drag hunt days, the AH hunts the 2,200 acres of the Hitchcock Woods. These Tuesday and Saturday meets are the only drag hunts in the Aiken area and may be well suited for riders on a fixed schedule as drag hunts typically only take a couple of hours. The live hunts on Thursdays and some Sundays are held at various fixtures across Aiken County and, like other live hunts, tend to be less predictable as to their duration. For information about events, contact the hotline or visit The Aiken Hounds Facebook page. Prospective guests are requested to please contact the hunt secretary.

Belle Meade Hunt

Live Hunt Thomson and McDuffie Counties, GA. Hunt attire: Scarlet coat with a Confederate Cavalry yellow collar. Evening: Same with red satin lapels. Master of Foxhounds: Mr. Edgar S. (Epp) Wilson, Mr. Charles W. Lewis, Dr. Gary Wilkes Contact: Hon. Sec. Mrs. Angela Smith, 706.833.3104, ke4nnr@classicsouth.net, www.bellemeadehounds.com. Hunt Office: 706.595.2525 Season: November through mid-March Opening Meet: Saturday, November 3, 2018 Hunt Week: February 10-16, 2019 Hunt Ball: February 17, 2019 Hunt days: Wednesdays, Saturdays and some Sundays The Belle Meade Hunt was established in 1966 and recognized by the MFHA in 1970. Belle Meade is a large, fast moving hunt that takes riders through the hills, fields and woodlands of northwestern Georgia. The hunts often have fields of 50 to 75, which are divided into four flights including two jumping and two non-jumping flights. Belle Meade boasts a well-attended opening meet with over 100 riders and 500 spectators. Belle Meade keeps English and Crossbred foxhounds.

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Camden Hunt

Live Hunt Kershaw County, SC Hunt attire: Black Melton or Oxford gray coat with scarlet-orange collar and charcoal piping. Evening: Scarlet with orange lapels. Master of Foxhounds: Ms. Joanne Schwartz, Ms. Sue Sensor, Ms. Amy Cantey, Dr. M. Nixon Ellis Huntsman: Ms. Melissa Rice Contact: Hon. Sec. Lea Schwartz Edwards, 803.669.1590. thecamdenhunt@yahoo.com Season: October through mid-March Opening Meet: Thanksgiving, November 22, 2018 Hunt days: Wednesdays and Saturdays The Camden Hunt is the second oldest hunt in South Carolina and was recognized by the Master of Foxhounds Association in 1926. The hunt employs a professional huntsman and maintains a kennel of between 20 to 25 couple of crossbred hounds. The terrain in hunt country is a mix of lush swamps, hardwood forests and mature pine woods. Hunt country is well paneled with coops, Aikens and Camdens. The footing is mostly sandy and very horse friendly. There are two fields: the first, which jumps; and the second, which goes at a slower pace and can avoid jumping. Game consists of red and gray foxes as well as coyote.

Edisto River Hounds

Live Hunt Edgefield County, SC., Fort Gordon Military Reservation, Augusta, GA. and several fixtures in GA. Hunt attire: Scarlet, Carolina blue collar. Evening: scarlet tails with Carolina blue facings. Master of Foxhounds: Mrs. D.K. Newell, Mr. Walter Cheatham, III. Contact: MFH D.K. Newell, 803.641.9533, houndmama@bellsouth.net. www.edistoriverhounds.com Season: mid-September through mid-March Opening Meet & Blessing of the Hounds: November 17, 2018 Hunt days: Saturdays The Edisto River Hounds is a small, local hunt with fixtures in Edgefield County and Augusta, Georgia. Suitable to all levels of horses and riders, the ERH features a family-friendly, newcomer-welcome atmosphere. The ERH hunts American, Penn-Marydel and Crossbred foxhounds.

Lowcountry Hunt

Live Hunt Beaufort, Charleston, Colleton, and Jasper counties, SC Hunt attire: Black coat with gold piped indigo collar (to represent historical crops of indigo and Carolina Gold rice) Master of Foxhounds: Ms. Melinda F. Shambley, Mr. Mark O. Shambley, Ms. Hollace A. Evans, Ms. Kim Z. Ackerman Huntsman: Mr. Tony Gammel Contact: Hon. Sec. Carol Malovich Lobdell, 203.940.2257, 38newberry@gmail.com. www.thelowcountryhunt.com Season: mid-November through mid-March Opening Meet: November 17, 2018 Hunt Weekend: January 17-20, 2019 Hunt days: Tuesdays and Saturdays The Lowcountry Hunt was founded in 2006. Hunt country includes some of the oldest and most beautiful plantations in the state with terrain ranging from freshwater marshes and tidal creeks to ancient live oak groves and hardwood forests. Fox and coyote are hunted with frequent sightings of alligators, bald eagles, and many types of waterfowl. The Lowcountry hunt keeps 33 couple of English and Crossbred hounds.

Middleton Place Hounds

Drag Hunt Charleston and Dorchester counties, SC. Hunt attire: Scarlet coat with Charleston green collar piped in light gray. Evening: same. Master of Foxhounds: Mr. Chalmers W. Poston, Jr., Mr. Donald L. Milton, Ms. Grace M. Stelling Huntsman: William (Willie) Dunn Contact: Hon. Hunt Sec. Ms. Grace Stelling, 843.442.9136, gmstelling@comcast.net. www.middletonplacehounds.com Season: October through March Opening Meet: November 25, 2018 Closing Hunt: March 10, 2019 Hunt days: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays Middleton Place Hounds was recognized as a member of the MFHA in January 1977. It is primarily a drag hunt whose hunt country consists of land in Charleston and Dorchester Counties, including over 7,000 acres on Middleton Place and Millbrook Plantation. Terrain includes miles of sandy roads, trails and drag lines through pine and mixed hardwood forest that is extensively paneled with Aikens, timber, and coops. MPH maintains a kennel of approximately 24 foxhounds, including Crossbred and English foxhounds. Visitors are welcome and should contact the Secretary or any Joint Master.

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Saxonburg Hunt Live Hunt Aiken county

Hunt Attire: Scarlet jacket with a dark grey collar. Evening- Scarlet with dark grey lapels. Master of Foxhounds: Mr. Floyd Wine Huntsmen: Mr. Chad Wilkes (prof ), Mrs. Nancy Iscrupe (hon) Contact: Hon. Hunt Sec. Ms. Donna Wine, 412.741.5597, djwine@comcast.net Season: January 1 through end of March Opening Meet: January 8, 2019 Hunt Week: February 10-17, 2019 (AKA the Hunt Festival) Hunt Ball: February 16, 2019 Hunt days: Tuesdays and Fridays The Saxonburg Hunt, based in Saxonburg, Penn, escapes the colder north to hunt in Aiken January through March. MFH Floyd Wine brings 23 couple of American, English, and cross-bred hounds to work fixtures across Aiken county. The SH has been hunting in Aiken for the past decade and welcomes newcomers. Last year, the SH hosted more than70 guest riders.

Shakerag Hounds

Live Hunt Madison, Franklin, and Wilkes counties, GA. Hunt attire: Black coat with Confederate Gray collar with Byzantine Gold piping Master of Foxhounds: Mr. Daryl Buffenstein, Mr. West Hamryka, Mr. James Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Callaghan Huntsman: Mr. John Eaton Contact: Hunt Sec. Ms. Tara Stricko Myers, 770.312.3438, huntsecretary@shakeraghounds.com. www.shakeraghounds.com Season: Labor Day through mid-March Opening Meet: October 27, 2018 (75th Opening Meet!) Closing Hunt: mid-March Hunt days: Tuesdays and Saturdays The Shakerag Hounds is the oldest recognized hunt in Georgia. It was established in 1943, when a group of horse and hunting enthusiasts at Atlantaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic Chastain Park started the Atlanta Hunt Club, the precursor of the Shakerag Hounds of today. In 1950, the hunt was officially recognized by the MFHA. Facilities include a large clubhouse, kennels, a barn for staff horses, and a home for the professional huntsman. Shakerag Hounds keep PennMaryDel and Crossbred foxhounds. The group hunts red and gray fox, coyotes and bobcats. Foxhunting with Shakerag is a family sport, with riders aged 8 to 80 riding in one of three fields.

Whiskey Road Foxhounds

Live Hunt Aiken, Allendale, and Lexington counties, SC. Hunt attire: Scarlet with Aiken green velvet collar. Evening: Same with scarlet facings. Master of Foxhounds: Mr. David Smith, Mrs. Freddy Davis, Ms. Barbara Nelson Huntsman: Mr. Joseph Hardiman Contact: Hon. Sec. Betsy Minton, 803.617.8353, elizabethminton@att.net www.whiskeyroadfoxhounds.com Season: October through mid-March Opening Meet: November 11, 2018 Hunter Pace: November 12, 2018 Hunt Week: February 6-12, 2019 Hunt Ball: February 8, 2019 Closing Hunt: March 24, 2019 Hunt days: Thursdays and Sundays Established in 1976 and registered with the MFHA in 1977, Whiskey Road Foxhounds regularly hunt large tracts in Aiken, Allendale, and Lexington counties. WRFH fields three flights over wooded and grass terrain, through cattle farms and timber properties peppered with coops, logs, and crosscountry style jumps. Whiskey Road keeps 30 couple of English and Crossbred hounds. Guests are invited to wear their colors.

Wiggins Hounds Live Hunt Bamberg County

Hunt Attire: Granitegray jacket with Wiggins blue collar and Wiggins blue waistcoat. Evening: Black tie and evening gowns Master of Foxhounds: Mr. Edmund Twining, III Huntsman: Mr. Tommy Gesell Contact: Hon. Sec. Ms. Amy Gesell, 843.754.7236, amygesell123@gmail.com Season: mid-October through mid-March Established in 2013 and recognized by the MFHA in 2017, the Wiggins Hounds is a private hunt whose territory includes roughly 10,000 acres between Charleston and Columbia, SC. The WH hunts American and cross-bred hounds which are kennelled in Ehrhardt, SC. Visitors may attend by invitation only.

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Classifieds Stalls Available at Small Private Farm. Located 5 minutes from Full

Gallop, 8 miles from Hitchcock woods and downtown Aiken. Large pastures with 3-board no climb fencing and runins. 12x12 matted stalls with ceiling fans, air-conditioned tack room with fridge. Sand riding ring, access to miles of trails, outdoor wash rack. Trailer and RV space. Monthly self-care board, short-term when available. Facebook @StayABitFarm, StayABitFarm@gmail.com or 240-350-7124.

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10 ac off 78 in Aiken. Fenced, in grass and horse shelter. Karenphillis@yahoo.com 803 646-8606

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803-599-6605 BOARDING/TURNOUT Chime Ridge Stables. Come join us! Fun group of mature riders at Chime Ridge Stables. Space available full, partial or DIY. 803508-3761; please leave message. BUILDING/REPAIRS/ PAINT Building & Repair: Carpentry, Doors, Windows, Decks, Cabinets, Trim, Stairs, Railings, Gates, Wood Siding, Floors, Framing, Repairs. Licensed, bonded, insured. Contact Paul Dyches. paul.t.dyches@gmail.com. 803-645-6645. HAY Round and Square Bales. Oakwood Farms: 3593 Silver Bluff Road, Aiken SC 29803. $60 per bale round hay bales. $70 per bale round bales kept inside. Square bales at $7.00 per bale. Will deliver for a small fee. Please call 706-830-2600 or 803-8270864. email garymcelmurray@ glmconstruction.net

Hoss Luva Hay! Exceptional quality Coastal Bermuda. Real fertilizer and lime to Clemson specs, not chicken litter. Never rained on. Square and round bales. Competitively priced. Can deliver state-wide. Fully enclosed truck. Satisfaction guaranteed. Jim McClain. 803.247.4803. PETS&SERVICES Trinity Farms Terriers: Norfolk Terriers & Russell Terriers. Quality family dogs with proven calmer dispositions. Generations of great temperaments. Health/ dispositions guaranteed. Breeder of terriers for 30+ years. Donna Fitzpatrick. 803.648.3137. www.easyjacks.com & www. trinityfarmskennel.com & trinitynorfolkterriers.com. REAL ESTATE & RENTALS Aiken Luxury Rentals. Distinctive accommodations for horse & rider in beautiful Aiken, SC. Downtown fully furnished cottages, historic

Early 1800â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home

has stood the test of time. Renovated, expanded & updated. Original heart pine floors, heavy crown molding, ship lap & plaster walls w/high ceilings through out. Formal living, dining room, 4 beds, 3.5 baths. Beautiful crystal chandeliers, clawfoot tubs add to Southern charm. Porches & patio surrounded by live oaks, pecans & magnolias. On 69 acres; 8 acres coastal hay field & 3-5 acres fenced for horses. Property boards Clouds Creek. Stables, detached garage/carports/ shop & large out building. A must see for anyone looking for country living at its best. Contact Wally Gantt. 803 351-1122

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Mill Race Farm, Aiken, SC. 2 six stall barns & turnout. 3 BR. living quarters. Show ring & riding trails. 803-6401818

stables. Executive relocation; corporate housing. Short & long term. www. aikenluxuryrentals. com; info@aikenluxuryrentals. com. 803.648.2804. Black Sheep Farm. Unfurnished 3 bed/ 2 bath cottages for long term rental and small furnished loft apartment, small guest house for short term 2 night to seasonal rental, charming pastoral setting yet proximate to downtown Aiken, and Hitchcock Woods. Horses and pets welcome. www. blacksheepfarmaiken.com. 904234-9596 Aiken Fine Homes and Land. Specializing in selling or renting homes, farms, land & barns for short or long term leases. 28 years experience in helping people find the property of their dreams, even if it takes building it! Call Barbara Lawrence, 803-439-0778 for honest & realistic answers to your real estate questions.

ISO Small Cottage: In search of small cottage near town. One or two bedrooms. Looking for a rental time fram of December through May. Contact jstebbins@ aol.com. For Rent: Four 12 X 12 stalls, pasture turnout. Trailer hookup. 803-295-2583. SHAVINGS Shaving Saver: Delivering you bulk shavings the economical & convenient way! Large, durable bags (950 lbs.) of pine shavings delivered to your stable. Reusable, eco-friendly bags make storage neat and simple; bulk pricing makes your bedding affordable. Quality blended easy sift & large flake shavings that your horse will love! Call or text Claudia White 410-303-4617 or email scshavingsaver@gmail.com

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Directory of Services BARNS,CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING Cooper Home and Stable. For Equestrians by Equestrians. A unique design and build general contractor specializing in equestrian construction and farm development, architecturally designed custom homes, historic renovations, remodeling and additions. Contact J. D. Cooper, cell 502417-2307, office 803-335-3527, www.cooperhs.com. Joshua Jackson Builders. Building custom homes, barns, and estates in and around the Aiken area. Acreage available for sale. www. JoshuaJacksonBuilders.com 803-642-2790 Larlee Construction, LLC. Fine Equestrian Facilities. 1096 Toolebeck Road, Aiken SC 29803. 803.642.9096. www.larleeconstruction.com. BLANKET CLEANING & REPAIR Introducing Aiken Horse Blanket Couture! Welcome one, welcome all! Finally, you can have your favorite equine creation designed and made just for you and your horse. Fine material, fine sewing, fine products. For your consultation and initial fitting, contact Elisa at 803-640-3211. On the other side of things; washing, waterproofing and repairing blankets, sheets and fly sheets still exists. Same cell number as above. Email: elisa@ aikenhorseblanket.com BOARDING/TURNOUT/TRAINING/SALES Chime Ridge Stables. Stalls available, full, partial or self care. Fun, friendly, adult atmosphere. Convenient to town, South Aiken 803-508-3760. Du Lop Acres. Retirement/Rehab. The farm is based in one of the quietest areas of South Carolina and is ideal for any horse to retire or rehabilitate. A peaceful farm for horses offering personalized full care for your horse. www.dulopacres.com. 858-208-6027 The Stable On The Woods: Elite boarding & training facility and home to trainers Darrell and Melissa Vaughn. With access to Hitchcock Woods, our barn sits on 70 acres and boasts a full size dressage arena with mirrors, show jumping arena and high-quality grass pastures making this the ideal place for you and your horse. Training program to meet your needs, whether your discipline is Dressage, Eventing, Hunters, Jumpers or Foxhunting. www.thestableonthewoods.com 603.785.0435 Vaughn Equestrian: offering training, sales, and boarding. Professionalism is the guiding principle of owners Darrell and Melissa Vaughn in shaping every component of Vaughn Equestrian. Dressage, Jumpers, Eventing & Young Horses. training and sales. www.vaughnequestrian.com (603)-7850435 COMPANION ANIMALS, CARE & SERVICES Palmetto Dog Club. Training classes, puppy socialization, obedience, rally & agility. 803-262-9686. www.palmettodogclub.org. Trinity Farms Terriers: Norfolk Terriers & Russell Terriers. Quality family dogs with proven calmer dispositions. Generations of great temperaments. Health/dispositions guaranteed. Breeder of terriers for 30+ years. Donna Fitzpatrick. 803.648.3137. www.easyjacks.com & www. trinityfarmskennel.com & trinitynorfolkterriers.com. FEED, SUPPLEMENTS & SUPPLIES Aiken County Farm Supply. 1933 Park Ave., Aiken. 803.649.2987. Aiken Saddlery & Supply. Full service tack & feed store. 1044 E. Pine Log Rd., Aiken. 803.649.6583. www.aikensaddlery.com HAY Hoss Luva Hay! Exceptional quality Coastal Bermuda. Real fertilizer and lime to Clemson specs, not chicken litter. Never rained on. Square and round bales. Competitively priced. Can deliver state-wide. Fully enclosed truck. Satisfaction guaranteed. Jim McClain. 803.247.4803. HOME & FARM SERVICES Be Fly Free. Automatic fly systems for barns and sheds. No unpleasant odor, no synthetic insecticides, no petroleum distillates. Call Carlos: 803-6450361. www.beflyfree.com; carlos@beflyfree.com. INSURANCE Betsy Minton, Dietrich Insurance Company, 803. 617. 8353. Providing competitive comprehensive insurance for horses and farms. Excellent professional and personal service always delivered with a smile. www. betsyminton.com. 800 942 4258

Hutson-Etherredge Company. Insuring Aiken farms since 1876. Your hometown independent insurance agency can customize your equine property coverage by choosing the best company to fit your needs. We are a full service insurance agency. Call Sandi Vogus for a quote! 803-6495141 INSTRUCTION/LESSONS Amy McElroy. USDF Gold Medalist and USEF S judge. Instruction and training at all levels. Visit www.amymcelroy.com or call 803.640-4207. Aiken Horsemanship Academy. Your naturally inspired adult learning resource! Offering Clinics, Courses, Starting Young Horses, Evaluations, and Lessons. www.JulieRobins.com 803-641-4715. B & E Stables. Elite Training and Sales Facility for all levels of horse and rider. Visit www.classicaldressagetraining.com or call Elaine: 803-2571949.jane Jodi Hemry Eventing. Three-Star Eventer offering professional training, sales, boarding, instruction, horse shows, located in the heart of Aiken, SC. 803-640-6691 JodiHemryEventing@gmail.com www. JodiHemryEventing.com Riding With Reason. Want to improve your riding position, balance & confidence and work in sync with your horse? Try a lesson on the Equisimulator in our purpose built classroom here in Aiken or bring your own horse for a ridden lesson. Agent for Heather Moffett Soft tree saddles. Yvonne Brookes: info@ridingwithreason.com; www.ridingwithreason. com. 803 842 3114 PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN SERVICES Gary Knoll Photography.com. Commercial, portrait, weddings, advertising. Pet portraits. Complete wide-format video service. 803.643.9960 410.812.4037. www.garyknollphotography.com REAL ESTATE/ RENTALS Aiken Fine Homes and Land. Specializing in selling or renting homes, farms, land & barns for short or long term leases. 28 years experience in helping people find the property of their dreams, even if it takes building it! Call Barbara Lawrence, 803-439-0778 for honest & realistic answers to your real estate questions. Aiken Luxury Rentals. Distinctive accommodations for horse & rider in beautiful Aiken, SC. Downtown fully furnished cottages, historic stables. Executive relocation; corporate housing. Short & long term. www. aikenluxuryrentals.com; info@aikenluxuryrentals.com. 803.648.2804. Carolina Real Estate Company. Fine homes, estates and horse properties in Aiken, South Carolina. Let us welcome you home to AIKEN, Home of Horses, History & Hospitality! www.carolinahorseproperties.com. (803) 648-8660 Black Sheep Farm. Unfurnished 3 Bed/ 2 bath cottages for long term rental and small furnished loft apartment, small guest house for short term 2 night to seasonal rental, charming pastoral setting yet proximate to downtown Aiken, and Hitchcock Woods. Horses and pets welcome. www.blacksheepfarmaiken.com. 904-234-9596 Sharer Dale, RE/MAX, Tattersall Group. “Where town meets country.” sharerdale@gmail.com. www.sharerdale.remax-carolina.com 803.522.3648. Suzy Haslup, Meybohm. “Your Aiken Horse Real Estate Specialist.” Buying or selling in the most celebrated equine community in the South. ww.aikenhorserealty.com; 803-215-0153 Tracey Kenworthy Turner, Meybohm. Specializing in marketing & selling Aiken’s horse country properties for 15+ years. www.southernhorsefarms. com. 803-215-4734. TACK & TACK CLEANING/REPAIR The Saddle Doctor. Saddlery and harness repair. 538 Two Notch Rd. HollyMacSpencer@aol.com. 803.642.5166. YOGA/FITNESS Aiken Yoga. At Aiken Yoga we are passionate about sharing the benefits that regular Yoga practice has on one’s wellbeing, energy level and state of mind. In addition to Yoga classes, including Yoga for Equestrians, we offer Pilates, Barre and Teacher Certification. Sarah Acord, RN, 116B Pendleton St. Aiken. 803-524-8833, sarah@aikenyoga.com; www. aikenyoga.com for schedule.

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Oktoberfest at Stable View, Aikenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first CCI ***

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Aiken Area Calendar of Events

OCTOBER

Sept 28-14 USPA Governor’s Cup 6 Goal (6 periods). Aiken Polo Club, Whitney Field, 420 Mead Avenue, Aiken. Hotline: 803.643.3611, www.aikenpolo.org 1 Playing Fore the Pets. Woodside Plantation Country Club, 1000 Woodside Plantation Dr, Aiken. Sandy and Ross Staiger: 603.533.4111, golf@fotasaiken.org, www.fotasaiken.org 3 HJ Show. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www.stableviewfarm.com 3-7 Tryon Fall II CSI 2* AA Level 6. Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC. 828.863.1000, www.tryon.com 5 Rolling Hills Saddle Club Show. Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. 770.338.0143, www.willspark. com 5-6 6th Annual Hat & Spur Ranch Rodeo. Hat & Spur Ranch, 250 Peacock Road, Waynesboro, GA. www.ipra-rodeo.com 5-21 USPA Officer’s Cup 6 Goal (6 periods). Aiken Polo Club, Whitney Field, 420 Mead Avenue, Aiken. Hotline: 803.643.3611, www.aikenpolo.org 6 Atlanta Youth Dressage Challenge. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com 6 Saturday Night Lights: $70,000 Ingles Grand Prix CSI 2*. Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC. 828.863.1000, www.tryon.com 6 Jr North American Field Hunter Qualifier. Belle Meade Hunt Stables, 3532 Wrightsboro Road, Thomson, GA. 706.595.2525, bellemeadehounds.com

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6-7 PSJ Oktoberfest. Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC. 803.649.3505, www.psjshows. com 6-7 Horse Show Ventures - The Southeastern Hunter/Jumper Series. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com 6-7 8th Annual Moore County Hounds Performance Trial. J Robert Gordon Field Trial Grounds, Hoffman, NC. www. moorecountyhounds.com 7 Foxhunting Seminar. Belle Meade Hunt Stables, 3532 Wrightsboro Road, Thomson, GA. 706.595.2525, bellemeadehounds.com 7-13 Aiken Women’s Challenge A & B Flights. Aiken Polo Club, Whitney Field, 420 Mead Avenue, Aiken. Hotline: 803.643.3611, www.aikenpolo.org 10 Stable View Schooling Dressage Show. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www.stableviewfarm.com 10-14 Tryon Fall III CSI 3* AA Level 6. Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC. 828.863.1000, www.tryon.com 10-28 USPA Presidents Cup (8-Goal) Tournament. New Bridge Polo Club, 862 New Bridge Road, Aiken. Hotline: 803.644.7706. www. newbridgepolo.com 12-13 Carl Black Classic IPRA Rodeo. Jim Miller Park, Marietta, GA. www.ipra-rodeo.com 12-13 TIP Mustang Challenge and Mustang Open Show. Chattahoochee Hills Eventing, Fairburn, GA. Rebecca Bowman: 859.489.8141, www.mustangheritagefoundation.org 12-14 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Championship and Atlanta National Fall Dressage. Georgia

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International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com 12-14 SCPEA Rodney Ready Memorial Show. South Carolina Equine Park (SCEP), 443 Cleveland School Road, Camden, SC. Ashleigh Griffith: 803.730.0262. 803.486.4938, www. scequinepark.com 13 Dog Wash. 10am-1pm. SPCA Albrecht Center, 199 Willow Run Road Aiken. 803.648.6863, www.letlovelive.org 13 WHES Schooling Day. Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Road, Raeford, NC. 910.875.2074, www.carolinahorsepark.com 13 Saturday Night Lights: $130,000 Adequan® Grand Prix CSI 3*. Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC. 828.863.1000, www.tryon.com 13-14 Cowboy Up Georgia EXCA Race. Chattahoochee Hills Eventing - Hosted at the Bouckaert Farm, 9445 Browns Lake Road, Chattahoochee Hills, GA. Rebecca Bowman: 859.489.8141. www. extremecowboyassociation.com. 13-14 PSJ Aiken Fall Classic. Highfields Event Center, 147 Warehouse Road, Aiken. 803.649.3505, www.psjshows.com 13-14 Elite Show Jumping (H,J-A). Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. Vic Russell: 678.858.7192. www. willspark.com 13-14 Paradise Farm Horse Trials. Paradise Farm, 4069 Wagener Road, Aiken. Lellie Ward: 803.640.4918, paradisefarmaiken@ gmail.com, www.paradisefarmaiken.com 13-14 CCC Horse Show. Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC. 828-859-9021, horseshow@ fence.org, www.fence.org 14 WHES October Horse Trials. Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Road, Raeford, NC. 910.875.2074, www. carolinahorsepark.com 14 Tryon Hounds Fall Hunter Pace & Trail Ride. Details TBA. wchpace.org 17-21 Tryon Fall IV CSI 5* AA Level 6. Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC. 828.863.1000, www.tryon.com 17-28 USPA Player’s Cup 4 Goal. Aiken Polo Club, Whitney Field, 420 Mead Avenue, Aiken. Hotline: 803.643.3611, www.aikenpolo. org 17-Nov 4 USPA Bronze Trophy (12-Goal) Tournament. New Bridge Polo Club, 862 New Bridge Road, Aiken. Hotline: 803.644.7706. www.newbridgepolo.com 19 The Camden Hunt Fall Bash. 6:30pm. Hermitage Farm Shooting Sports, Camden, SC. www.camdenhunt.com 19-21 Four Beats For Pleasure. South Carolina Equine Park (SCEP), 443 Cleveland School Road, Camden, SC. Shannon Gibbs: 919.255.0429, shgibbs@gmail.com. 803.486.4938, www. scequinepark.com 19-21 Pine Tree CDE and CT. Big Sky Farm, Southern Pines, NC. Kelly Valdes: 910.603.2449, fkvaldes@gmail.com. 20 Just for Fun Show. Highfields Event Center, 147 Warehouse Road, Aiken. 803.649.3505, www.psjshows.com 20 GDCTA Schooling Show. Poplar Place Farm, 8191 Us Highway 27, Hamilton, GA. 706.681.8748, www.poplarplacefarm.com 20 Junior North American Field Hunter Championship Qualifier. The Camden Hunt, Camden, SC. Erin Trimmier: 803.413.0553, DrErin@AmbassadorAnimalHospital.com. www.camdenhunt.com 20 Saturday Night Lights: $384,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*. Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC. 828.863.1000, www.tryon.com 20 Backstretch Experience: Behind the Scenes at the Aiken Training Track. 8:45-11:15am. Rye Patch parking lot, 100 Berrie Road, Aiken. 803.642.7631, halloffame@cityofaikensc.gov, www. aikenracinghalloffame.com 20-21 Brownwood Farms (H,J). Wills Park Equestrian Center,

11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. Roger Brown: 770.312.4473. www.willspark.com 20-21 H. J. Fox Halloween Classics I & II. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com 20-21 TR&HC Horse Trials. Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC. 828-859-9021, horseshow@fence.org, www.fence.org 21 Western Carolina Fair Bulls & Broncs. Aiken Fairgrounds, 1566 Columbia Highway North, Aiken. 803.648.8955, www.ipra-rodeo. com 24-Nov 4Aiken Fall Cup 2 Goal. Aiken Polo Club, Whitney Field, 420 Mead Avenue, Aiken. Hotline: 803.643.3611, www.aikenpolo.org 24-28 Tryon Fall V CSI 3* AA Level 6. Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC. 828.863.1000, www.tryon.com 26-27 SC Walking Horse Championship. T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, 1101 West Queen Street, Pendleton, SC. Keels Kirby: 843.598.0535, www.clemson.edu/extension/garrison 26-28 BRHJA Classic. Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC. 803.649.3505, www.psjshows. com 26-28 Lendon Gray’s Dressage4Kids & Atlanta Youth Festival. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com 26-28 SCQHA Spooktacular. South Carolina Equine Park (SCEP), 443 Cleveland School Road, Camden, SC. Billy Prather: 803.669.1325, bpquarterhorse@bellsouth.net. 803.486.4938, www. scequinepark.com 27 27th Running of the Aiken Fall Steeplechase. Aiken Steeplechase Association, 538 Two Notch Road, SE. Aiken. 803.648.9641, info@aikensteeplechase.com, www.aikensteeplechase.com 27 CEC Springdale HJ Show. Pine Tree Stables, 1265 Sanders Creek Road, Camden, SC. Candi Cocks: 803.243.4417, springdale47@ gmail.com 27 Tall Boots HJ Schooling Day and Derby Cross. Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Road, Raeford, NC. 910.875.2074, www. carolinahorsepark.com 27 Saturday Night Lights: $130,000 Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport Grand Prix CSI 3*. Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC. 828.863.1000, www.tryon.com 27 Shakerag Hounds Opening Meet. Clubhouse, 3898 NeeseCommerce Road, Hull, GA. 706.335.9558, www.shakeraghounds. com 27-28 Chat Hills Horse Trials. Chattahoochee Hills Eventing - Hosted at the Bouckaert Farm, 9445 Browns Lake Road, Chattahoochee Hills, GA. 770.892.2117, info@chatthillseventing. com, www.Chatthillseventing.com 27-28 Brownwood Farms (H,J). Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. Roger Brown: 770.312.4473. www. willspark.com 27-28 Athens Area Hunter/Jumper Association Fall Classic and 2018 Medal Finals. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www. georgiahorsepark.com 27-28 Aiken Hunter Trials. Paradise Farm, 4069 Wagener Road, Aiken. Lellie Ward: 803.640.4918, paradisefarmaiken@gmail.com, www.paradisefarmaiken.com 27-28 Tall Boots Derby Cross and HJ Series Show. Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Road, Raeford, NC. 910.875.2074, www. carolinahorsepark.com 28 North Atlanta Obstacle Challenge. North Atlanta Equestrian, 118 Old Mill Road, Cartersville, GA. northatlantaequestrian@gmail. com, 859.489.8141, www.northatlantaequestrian.com.

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28 October Open Show and CT. Full Gallop Farm, 3828 Wagener Rd, Aiken. Lara Anderson: 803. 215.6590, fullgallopfarm@yahoo. com. www.fullgallopfarm.com 28 Green Creek Hounds Halloween Hunter Pace & Trail Ride. Details TBA. wchpace.org 29-Nov 3 NBHA World Championships. Georgia National Fairgrounds, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry, GA. 478.987.3247, www.nbha.com

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1 Coastal Carolina Fair Bulls & Broncs. 9850 US 78, Ladson, SC. www.ipra-rodeo.com 1-4 Katydid CDE. Katydid Farm, 359 State Park Road, Windsor, SC. Peggy Dils: 803.295.6785, dilsailken@gmail.com, www.katydidcde. com 2 Dressage Tests-of-Choice Show. Full Gallop Farm, 3828 Wagener Rd, Aiken. Lara Anderson: 803. 215.6590, fullgallopfarm@yahoo. com. www.fullgallopfarm.com 2-4 PSJ Medal Finals. Highfields Event Center, 147 Warehouse Road, Aiken. 803.649.3505, www.psjshows.com 2-4 Palmetto Paint Horse Show. South Carolina Equine Park (SCEP), 443 Cleveland School Road, Camden, SC. Anne Louise Miller: 803.900.1253, millawayranch@windstream.net. 803.486.4938, www.scequinepark.com 3 Brookwood I HJ Show. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www. georgiahorsepark.com 3 53rd Annual Opening Meet of Belle Mead Hunt. Belle Meade Hunt Stables, 3532 Wrightsboro Road, Thomson, GA. 706.595.2525, bellemeadehounds.com 3-4 November USEF/USEA Horse Trial. Full Gallop Farm, 3828 Wagener Rd, Aiken. Lara Anderson: 803. 215.6590, fullgallopfarm@yahoo.com. www.fullgallopfarm.com 3-4 Horseshow Ventures (H,J). Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. Morgan Taylor: 770.827.0175. www. willspark.com 3-4 Foxcroft Farm Fall Classic & Lassiter Equestrian Team Classic. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com 3-4 NCDCTA Autumn Leaves /2018 NCDCTA Championships. Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Road, Raeford, NC. 910.875.2074, www.carolinahorsepark.com 3-4 Ride Better Clinic. Paradise Farm, 4069 Wagener Road, Aiken. Lellie Ward: 803.640.4918, paradisefarmaiken@gmail.com, www. paradisefarmaiken.com 4 King Show Horses Equestrian Team Presents “The Fall Classic Western Challenge.” Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www. georgiahorsepark.com 4 FENCE Hunter Pace. Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC. 828-859-9021, horseshow@ fence.org, www.fence.org 4 Camden Hunter Trials. Camden, SC. www.camdenhunt.com 7 HJ Show. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken, 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www.stableviewfarm. com 7-11 Family Polo Tournament. Aiken Polo Club, Whitney Field, 420 Mead Avenue, Aiken. Hotline: 803.643.3611, www.aikenpolo. org 8-11 Atlanta Fall Classic I HJ Show. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com 9-10 WHES Schooling Days. Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Road, Raeford, NC. 910.875.2074, www.carolinahorsepark.com 9-11 ADC Fall Driving Weekend. Aiken. www.aikendrivingclub.

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9-11 Camden Winter Classic H/J Show. South Carolina Equine Park (SCEP), 443 Cleveland School Road, Camden, SC. Janet Black: 828.606.0708, threesprings@windstream.net. 803.486.4938, www.scequinepark.com 10 Just for Fun Show. Highfields Event Center, 147 Warehouse Road, Aiken. 803.649.3505, www.psjshows.com 10-11 November HT. Poplar Place Farm, 8191 Us Highway 27, Hamilton, GA. 706.681.8748, www.poplarplacefarm.com 10-11 Lucinda Green Clinic Nov I. Full Gallop Farm, 3828 Wagener Rd, Aiken. Lara Anderson: 803. 215.6590, fullgallopfarm@yahoo. com. www.fullgallopfarm.com 10-11 Elite Show Jumping (H,J-A). Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. Vic Russell: 678.858.7192. www. willspark.com 10-11 WHES Championships and November HT. Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Road, Raeford, NC. 910.875.2074, www. carolinahorsepark.com 10-11 Clemson Fall Classic Academy Horse Show. T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, 1101 West Queen Street, Pendleton, SC. Keels Kirby: 843.598.0535, www.clemson.edu/extension/garrison 12-13 Alycia Burton Free Riding Tour. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www. stableviewfarm.com 14 Stable View Schooling Dressage Show. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www.stableviewfarm.com 14 Meadowridge Farm Driving Event. Meadowridge Farm, Blythewood, SC. Lisa Singer: 610.960.8695. www.aikendrivingclub. com 15-18 GHJA Finals (H,J). Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. ghja.org, www.willspark.com 15-18 Atlanta Fall Classic II HJ Show. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com 16-17 Lucinda Green Clinic Nov II. Full Gallop Farm, 3828 Wagener Rd, Aiken. Lara Anderson: 803. 215.6590, fullgallopfarm@yahoo. com. www.fullgallopfarm.com 16-17 Easy Bend IPRA World Championship Rodeo, LLC. T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, 1101 West Queen Street, Pendleton, SC. www.ipra-rodeo.com 16-17 Ranch Sorting Event. BSC Arena, 3976 Highway 24 S, Waynesboro, GA. Johnny Lovett: 706.551.2190 or Cliff Chancey: 706.840.3971. www.rsnc.us 17 Eventing Academy Schooling Day. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www. stableviewfarm.com 17 CEC Finals. South Carolina Equine Park (SCEP), 443 Cleveland School Road, Camden, SC. Katelyn Blackwell: 803.786.8400, longcreekeques@aol.com. 803.486.4938, www.scequinepark.com 17 TROT Horse Show. Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC. 828-859-9021, horseshow@ fence.org, www.fence.org 17 NBHA Show. Double B Arena, Easley, SC. Cory Brown: 864.414.1003. www.facebook.com/pg/DoubeB 17-18 Chat Hills Schooling Horse Show. Chattahoochee Hills Eventing - Hosted at the Bouckaert Farm, 9445 Browns Lake Road, Chattahoochee Hills, GA. 770.892.2117, info@chatthillseventing. com, www.Chatthillseventing.com 17-18 PSJ Highfields November Show. Highfields Event Center, 147 Warehouse Road, Aiken. 803.649.3505, www.psjshows.com 18 Eventing Academy Schooling HT. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www. stableviewfarm.com 18 FENCE Fall Hunter Pace & Trail Ride. Details TBA. wchpace.org 22 Aiken Hounds Opening Meet. Hitchcock Woods, Aiken, Hon. Sec. Dr. Linda Hickey, 803.648.0430

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22 Camden Hunt Opening Meet. Woods Residence, 678 Red Fox Rd, Camden, SC. 803.669.1590, www.camdenhunt.com 24 Charlotte Dujardin - Through the levels Masterclass. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com

5-9 Equus Events (H,J). Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. JP Godard: 803.643.5698. www.willspark.com 7-9 SCHJA Finale. South Carolina Equine Park (SCEP), 443 Cleveland School Road, Camden, SC. 803.486.4938, www. scequinepark.com

25 River Valley Pony Club Hunter Pace & Trail Ride. Details TBA. wchpace.org 26-27 Alycia Burton Free Riding Tour. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www.georgiahorsepark.com

7-9 GQHA Classic. Georgia National Fairgrounds, 401 Larry Walker Pkwy, Perry, GA. Kathy Avolt: 765.714.4324, www.gqha.com 8 Stable View Schooling Dressage Show. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www.stableviewfarm.com 8 Backstretch Experience: Behind the Scenes at the Aiken Training Track. 8:45-11:15am. Rye Patch parking lot, 100 Berrie Road, Aiken. 803.642.7631, halloffame@cityofaikensc.gov, www. aikenracinghalloffame.com 9 December Schooling Horse Trials. Full Gallop Farm, 3828 Wagener Rd, Aiken. Lara Anderson: 803. 215.6590, fullgallopfarm@yahoo.com. www.fullgallopfarm.com 9 Eventing Academy Schooling Day. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www. stableviewfarm.com 9 Windridge Farm Winter Hunter Pace & Trail Ride. Details TBA. wchpace.org 12 Stable View Schooling Dressage Show. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www.stableviewfarm.com 12-16 Equus Events (H,J). Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. JP Godard: 803.643.5698. www. willspark.com 14-15 Ranch Sorting Event. BSC Arena, 3976 Highway 24 S, Waynesboro, GA. Johnny Lovett: 706.551.2190 or Cliff Chancey: 706.840.3971. www.rsnc.us

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1 Just for Fun Show. Highfields Event Center, 147 Warehouse Road, Aiken. 803.649.3505, www.psjshows.com 1 Hunter Trials. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www.stableviewfarm. com 1 Brookwood II HJ Show. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, GA. 770.860.4190, www. georgiahorsepark.com 1 GDCTA Schooling Show. Poplar Place Farm, 8191 Us Highway 27, Hamilton, GA. 706.681.8748, www.poplarplacefarm.com 1 Trotting â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Round the Tree Horse Show. T. Ed Garrison Livestock Arena, 1101 West Queen Street, Pendleton, SC. Keels Kirby: 843.598.0535, www.clemson.edu/extension/garrison 1 Chat Hills Hunter Pace. Bouckaert Farm, 9445 Browns Lake Road, Chattahoochee Hills, GA. 770.892.2117, info@chatthillseventing. com, www.Chatthillseventing.com 1 NBHA Show. Rice Arena, 408 Bakerville Road, Easley, SC. Tammy Rice: 864.320.3227, tammyrice2@aol.com. www.nbha.com 1-2 Equus Events (H,J). Wills Park Equestrian Center, 11925 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA. JP Godard: 803.643.5698. www.willspark.com 5 HJ Show. Stable View, LLC 117 Stable Drive, Aiken. 484.356.3173, info@stableviewfarm.com, www.stableviewfarm.

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