Welcome

On behalf of the staff of the Brandywine Conservancy, welcome to the 92nd Radnor Hunt Races!

Since its founding in 1967, the Brandywine Conservancy has protected more than 70,000 acres of open space— including the Radnor Hunt racecourse and surrounding lands—and continues to improve and safeguard water quality, protect outdoor recreation, engage landowners, advance historic preservation, and pursue new perspectives on climate resiliency and sustainability in southeastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware .

The Race for Open Space has been a key fundraiser to support the Brandywine Conservancy’s open space and clean water programs for more than 40 years . Net proceeds from sponsorships; tent and tailgate reservations; and souvenir, program and ad sales from today’s event will support the Conservancy’s land and water protection efforts for the coming year.

The Radnor Hunt Races is the result of countless hours of planning and would not be possible without our staff— who, with help from the Radnor Hunt Race Committee, Boy Scout Troop 78, and dozens of other volunteers, plan this unforgettable event. We thank each of them for their time, attention to detail and passion for Brandywine’s mission and the sport of steeplechase. We would also like to thank our sponsors and purse donors for providing critical support for the Race for Open Space and, in turn, for the Conservancy’s programs .

Our environmental mission is both positive and long-lasting, and we hope you’ll consider supporting our organization further by becoming a member or donor. Your gift today will help us save and protect even more of our region’s precious resources

Virginia A. Logan

The Frolic Weymouth Executive Director and C.E.O., Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art

Stephanie Armpriester Director of Conservation and Stewardship, Brandywine Conservancy

Grant DeCosta Director of Community Services, Brandywine Conservancy

Willistown Troop 78 Presents the Colors

We’re delighted to welcome representatives from Willistown Boy Scout Troop 78 to present the Colors today. Founded in 1930, Willistown Troop 78 has positively influenced the lives of thousands of young men throughout its dynamic yearly roster of activities that emphasize outdoor skills, leadership training, community service and fun .

The scouts, leaders and families of Willistown Troop 78 have been valued partners of the Radnor Hunt Races for 33 years . They have over 150 volunteers here today . We thank them for their time, effort and enthusiasm!

Orpheus to Sing the National Anthem

Founded in 1872, the Orpheus Club of Philadelphia is the oldest independent men’s choral group and social club of its kind in the United States. Each program year the Club presents three formal concerts exclusively for its Associate Members/subscribers . With the opening of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Club performs in several venues throughout Philadelphia

The Club’s Singing Members also perform at social and charitable occasions throughout the wider community . To invite a group from the Orpheus Club to your event, please contact the Club’s office at 215-641-1872 or send an email to orpheusclub . p hila@gmail . com .

Michael Finney Delivers Today’s Announcements

The Radnor Hunt Races are pleased to welcome Michael Finney as today’s announcer .

Michael hails from a long line of horsemen . When not in his gallery/shop, Yoicks!, in Monkton, Maryland, he can be found in the saddle whipping-in to hounds for the Elkridge Harford Hunt Club or in the announcer’s stand at steeplechase meets and polo fields up and down the East Coast.