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CONTENTS 20

10 6th Annual Jersey Fresh CCI***/CCI**/CIC*** 14 Barn Fires What you can do to prevent them 20 Foaling Advice From New Bolton Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit 24 What’s New Long Elastic Boots from Der Dau 26 Become a Partner, Not a Passenger With Sonny Garguilo 28 Training Tips Lateral Work 32 Beautiful Horses Local Artist Features Pennsylvania’s Equines 36 Bucks County Horse Park Action Packed Year Ahead 39 Art of Farm & Home Portraits Art & Antiques with Dr. Lori 40 Next Level Premier Equestrian Challenge 41 Mongolian Riders Helmets Needed 42 Barn Tours Pennsylvania Equestrian Horse Farms Open House 44 Garden Tour Bedminster Land Conservancy 45 Equestrian Real Estate Showcase 50 St. Christopher’s Horse Show 53 Barn Guide Find Your Match 56 Buxmont Riding Club 57 58 59 60 60 61 62

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THE 6TH ANNUAL

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Each year an estimated 300,000 people visit the Horse Park of New Jersey, with the Jersey Fresh CCI*** being the most attended event of the year. The Jersey Fresh is fast becoming a popular destination for world-class riders to test their meddle on a course designed by John Williams that winds it’s way around the beautiful hills and ﬁelds of the Horse Park of New Jersey. The Jersey Fresh is one of only a handful of events in the Untied States that has become a proving ground for elite riders in their quest to qualify for Olympic, Pan American and other worldclass competitions. This year the Jersey Fresh is a qualifying event for the World Equestrian Games, to be held at the Kentucky Horse Park in the fall of 2010. If you’re one of those people that just loves horses, the Jersey Fresh will make a great weekend outing for you and your family, with dressage starting off the competition on Friday, non-stop cross country action on Saturday, and the thrill of stadium jumping on Sunday. There is something for everyone, three disciplines to watch, learn and perhaps, aspire to. If you’re a trainer, the Jersey Fresh makes a great outing for you and your students, whether they want to try eventing or not, the Jersey Fresh can be a valuable teaching tool. So bring the kids out, make it a day or two days, meet the riders, see the Page 10

horses, have some great food, browse the vendor village and enjoy the park as it was meant to be enjoyed! So what is a 3-Day Event? The sport of eventing encompasses Three-Day Events -a three-phase competition that begins with Dressage on the ﬁrst day, Endurance, featuring Cross-Country, on the second day; and Show Jumping on the third day -- as well as Horse Trials in which all phases are typically run on a single day. Eventing is, therefore, aptly described as an “equestrian triathalon: covering every aspect of horsemanship. Dressage Phase: Horse and rider are judged on a series of exact movements (a “test”) intended to show rhythm, suppleness and obedience of the horse -- demonstrating that a supremely ﬁt horse also has the training and discipline to perform in a relaxed and precise manner. Endurance/Cross-Country Phase: Both horse and rider must be in excellent condition as they undertake a challenging and timed course of solid fences and other obstacles -- including banks, ditches and water -placed strategically on an outdoor circuit

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of varying length and terrain, typically at a gallop. Cross-Country provides examples of athletic prowess, bravery and trust between man and equine that can be seen in no other sporting event. Show Jumping Phase: Horse and rider combinations that have succeeded to this point are presented with an exacting course of jumps in a ring, testing their ability and willingness to compete after having participated in previous phases -- any one of which would be considered a full competition for most! Jumps range in height, difﬁculty and appearance. Many of the colorful and creative jumps add a level of excitement to this phase of the competition.

or a single rail down often changes the standings dramatically over the course of the competition. As with many events throughout the horse industry, the Jersey Fresh event is supported through the generosity of its Sponsors. Participation in the Sponsorship Program of the Jersey Fresh offers an excellent opportunity for corporate and product exposure, in addition to supporting local, regional, national, and even international interests. The Jersey Fresh 3-Day Event provides a unique opportunity to showcase your business, \ demonstrate your support for equestrian sport and land conservation, and offer a unique venue to entertain clients, reward employees or simply to enjoy with friends and family.

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BARN FIRE What You Can Do To Prevent One How safe is your barn, really?

Lt. Alan South and Lt. Michael Maloney from the Millstone Township, N.J. Fire Department offered some great suggestions to prevent barn fires at their presentation to the New Jersey Equine Advisory Board’s January meeting. They predicted that smoke will set off an alarm (if your barn is equipped with one) in 30 seconds. Within 3-4 minutes, the entire structure will be engulfed in a black smoke so thick, that vision will be totally obstructed. In just 6 minutes, the structure will be fully involved in the fire. One woman attending the meeting testified to that fact when she experienced a barn fire. She said that if her horses didn’t happen to have their halters already on, they would not have been able to be rescued because in just a few minutes, the smoke was so thick, that their halters had to be grasped by feel. Lt. South reported that between 2002 and 2005, throughout the United States, there were 1,090 livestock related structure fires. These fires caused an estimated $32.4 million dollars in damages. Heating equipment is the leading cause of barn fires, starting 21% of all reported barn fires. The water is drinken and/or evaporates, and the element burns the bucket, starting a blaze. Lt. South and Lt. Maloney offered some great suggestions for preventing barn fires, Page 14

which are outlined here.

Causes & Preventions

1. The number one priority on any list for ﬁre prevention is to ban smoking at the barn. If necessary, provide a designated smoking area that is 20 to 30 feet from the barn. 2. Flammable and combustible materials must be stored in a separate building away from the barn. Storing excess hay, bedding, fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals in a separate building is always a good idea.

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Other combustible materials include paint, oil, gasoline cans, propane tanks, diesel, kerosene and aerosol cans. 3. Be mindful of ignition sources, which obviously include cigarettes and matches, but sparks can come from any motor. Welding equipment, other machinery, motors and electrical equipment should not be kept in a barn. 4. Portable heaters should not be used in a barn, and if they are used, they should never be left unattended. Never place a heater where it can be knocked over easily, and always turn off when leaving the area. Not all portable heaters include a feature that turns them off when they are toppled.

ture. 9. All appliances such as clippers, dryers and vacuums should be inspected regularly to be sure that they are in good working order and that their cords are not frayed or damaged. All appliances should be UL approved. Always disconnect any appliance when not in use. Any electrical appliance can short out at any time, even new appliances, but that can only happen when they’re plugged in. Appliances also continue to draw electricity when they are plugged in, even when they are turned off, so unplugging them will help save on your electric bill.

Precautions To Take

1. Alarm Systems Since most barn ﬁres start during the night, it’s a good idea to have a monitored alarm system. Most insurance companies offer a discount for having a monitored system.

5. Electrical water heating coils should never be left unattended. As mentioned on the previous page, they are the number one cause of barn fires. After using, coils should be hung in a open area until cooled completely. 6. Heat lamps are another major cause of barn fires. Often they are placed too close to hay or bedding, and they can ignite cob webs as well. Extension cords should never be used with heat lamps. 7. If using heat tape, be sure to place it so that animals can not chew on it. Also, only use heat tape that is UL listed and has a thermostat. The heat tape also needs to be protected with fire retardant insulation. 8. Electrical wires should not be exposed, and should be placed where animals can not chew on them. Wiring can go inside of an approved PVC piping or Conduit. All light switches, fixtures and outlets should be kept clean and free of dust, cob webs, dirt, hay and bedding. An approved cover, like the one in the photo above, protects light fixtures from dust. The bulb used here also burns at a cooler temperaPage 16

It’s also a good idea to have heat detectors in addition to smoke detectors. Lt. South also rec commends a beam detector. It is a laser installed on one side of the barn, aimed at a plate on the other side. Smoke will break the beam and set off the alarm. 2. Sprinkler Systems Many times, a sprinkler system will extinguish a fire before the fire department can respond. Sprinklers are very effective and will at least contain a fire. Although such a system is expensive, it is becoming more common. 3. Fire Extinguishers A 5 to 10 pound ABC Dry Chemical fire extinguisher should be placed throughout the barn next to all electric panels, in tack rooms, mechanical rooms, along any long aisle ways, and next to doors.

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Anyone who visits your barn should be trained to know where the ﬁre extinguishers are and how to use them. Even though it may seem that using an extinguisher is easy, not everyone is familiar with proper usage and in an emergency situation, they may panic and not be able to have time to read the directions on the label. 4. Exterior Concerns All barns should have lightening protection. Clutter around (and inside) the barn should be cleared. Machinery should be parked away from the barn- any machine can leak oil or gas which are combustible. Make sure that driveways are kept clear and are wide enough for emergency vehicles to enter. 5. People Have an emergency evacuation plan and

an accountability system for your animals, barn help and riders. Know what exit route to take when evacuating animals and where they will be taken to. Anyone working in your barn should know your system. Anyone frequenting your barn should know where the telephone is located, and what the address is, or where it is posted so that they can relate that information to emergency services. Further, if you have visitors from other countries, it is important to explain how our 9-1-1 system works. Everyone should also be familiar with where utility shut-offs are, and how to use them. 6. Hay Hay is a major cause of barn ﬁres. If possible, only hay that will be consumed within a day or two should be stored in the barn. Excess hay should be stored in a separate building.

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Moisture content of hay should be 15 - 18%, and the temperature between 120 and 140 degrees F. Any amount over 140 degrees is not safe. If you determine that your hay is over 180 degrees, call the ﬁre department to come and stand by as you move it. Moving the hay at that temperature will likely ignite a ﬁre when air circulates between the bales. Lt. South suggested a neat trick to determine if your hay is at risk. Put a piece of rebarb in between every 3-4 bales. If it is too hot to grab, the hay is at a dangerous temperature.

vehicle, but it opened the other way, towards them. Precious time was wasted to back the vehicle and get the gate open. In this day of high technology, many ﬁre trucks are equipped with computers and can access such information, but the information has to be there for them to access.

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The Millstone Township Fire Prevention Bureau has tailored a program for horse owners to make their barns more safe. A representative from this program will come to your barn with a safety check list of recommendations. Lt. South assures that they will not come to look for violations, and will not assess ﬁnes, only to point out safety concerns and suggestions. It is up to the owner to take responsibility for the improvements and/or needed repairs. Check with your ﬁre department to see if they offer such a service.

7. Know your CAD card A CAD card contains extra information that comes up on the screen along with your address for your 9-1-1 service. Lt. South suggested inviting your Fire Marshall out to help you determine what sort of information would be helpful to the ﬁre department when they are en route. There are many items that the Fire Marshall may notice that you would never think of. For example, if a gate opens out or �� in. He explained that they had an experi�� ence where a ﬁre truck pulled right up to a �� gate expecting it to open away from the

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The Wonder of Birth: is it going the way it should, or are your mare and foal in danger?

The Mare About a month before she is expecting, your mare is enjoying plenty of turnout and a well-ventilated stall of at least 12’ x 12’, bedded with straw. She’s also building up antibodies to pathogens in the environment, which she’ll pass on to the foal via her ﬁrst milk, colostrum. Two to three days out her mammary glands look distended, and six to fortyeight hours before delivery a waxy material is noticeable on each teat. Watch her carefully now. Restless behavior alerts you that the big moment is near. One to four hours before delivery, sweat may appear on her ﬂanks and behind her elbows. Because the fetus has been lying on its back throughout pregnancy and must now assume a diver’s position, she may roll to help the fetus turn over. It’s time to wrap her tail, then wash the vulva and surrounding area.

Patricia Sertich, VMD, Associate Professor of Reproduction at University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center describes a normal delivery, while her colleague Jon Palmer, VMD, Chief, Neonatal Intensive Care Service, paints a picture of a normal newborn foal.

three or four together with a period of rest in between. The mare is probably on her side, but may roll or even get up and down. Within 15 minutes a white bubble containing a tiny hoof appears, followed by the other hoof, head, chest, hips and hind legs. If the amnion hasn’t been ruptured, tear the membrane from over the foal’s head so he can breathe. “Normal delivery is explosive” says Dr. Sertich. Once the water breaks, it takes just 15-30 minutes; much more than that is indicative of a problem. In stage three of delivery the fetal membranes are expelled, usually within an hour. If they have not passed by three hours, oxytocin can aid their passage. If they have not completely passed by eight hours, contact your vet.

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It’s been almost a year, and your big bellied mare is ready to burst. Know how to distinguish a normal delivery from an abnormal one, and a healthy foal from a neonate in danger. It could be a matter of life and death.

The Foal “The ﬁrst 24-48 hours in the foal’s life are critical,” says Palmer. Anything abnormal is a sign for concern.

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After beginning to nurse, expect the foal to sleep, waking up every 20 minutes or so to nurse. Palpate the mare’s udder; if the foal is nursing properly, it should feel nearly empty. Alert your vet to be on standby should a problem arise, and, even if everything looks great, schedule a healthy foal check. The vet will do a complete exam and check for transfer of colostrum antibodies. “I like to do this within 8-12 hours,” says Palmer, “That way if the antibodies are low, you can always feed the foal more colostrum during that critical first 18 hours.” A word about nutrition Colostrum transfers immune factors and growth stimulants essential for protection of the foal from infection, but only during the first 18 hours of life. It also helps the foal pass his meconium. Produced before the actual milk, it is almost as thick as heavy cream, and off-white to yellow. Should the mare lose her colostrum because of early lactation, your vet or a nearby breeding farm may have some available; there are also commercial sources. If the mare is unable to nurse the foal for any reason, you’ll need to provide not only colostrum but milk as well. Arrange for a nurse mare, or sustain the foal with commercial milk replacers. “If you are using a milk replacer,” advises Palmer, “find the foal a pasturemate for socialization.” A normal foal starts breathing within one minute of birth, and is moving onto his chest to sit up within three. Don’t be surprised to see a steady drip from the foal’s nose. This normal drainage of fluid from the lungs can last an hour or more. Within 30 minutes he is trying to stand on wobbly legs, a feat which most foals accomplish within an hour. Within 90 minutes he is seeking the udder. Some foals get up and start nursing more slowly than others. Says Palmer, “I prefer not to intervene initially and simply observe, so I can be sure that the foal is acting normally. However, if he is not up within three hours, even with help, medical intervention is necessary.” Within the first hour, the foal passes meconium, a black to dark greenish manure, but may not urinate the first time for 12 hours. Page 22

Other considerations If your mare has had difﬁculties with foaling in the past, you may want to move her to a facility where veterinary observation will be provided for the entire delivery. If mare or foal are in serious danger, an equine clinic can provide the supportive care necessary, and run a number of laboratory tests in-house. In special cases, you and your vet may agree that a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), such as the Graham French Neonatal Section in the Connelly Intensive Care Unit at New Bolton Center will be a better choice. A NICU can provide the most thorough care, with neonatal and obstetrical specialists, intensive monitoring, nursing capabilities and an onsite lab that can run tests on a 24 hour basis. They also have a fully-staffed surgery in the event the mare or foal should need it.

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Most problematic deliveries occur when the foal is not in the proper position. A normal foal comes out head ﬁrst with its neck and both front legs extended. Signs that the mare is having difﬁculties delivering the foal are: • white membrane is not visible at the vulvar lips within 15 minutes of water breaking; • white membrane appears but feet and nose are not visible; • red ball of fetal membranes appears at the vulva; the placenta has separated and the fetus is being expelled within the whole membrane; • mare is straining, or has stopped straining and no foal has been expelled; • placenta has not been expelled.

An at-risk foal is one who-

• is not standing within an hour of delivery; • is not nursing within three hours of delivery; • seems weak, or has a temperature that is below 99◦ or over 102◦ before activity; • wanders around searching everything but the mare for the udder; ﬁnds the udder but doesn’t stay on the teat; appears not to be swallowing; • vocalizes abnormally (barks or squeals); • has milk run out his nose after nursing; • has a very soft haircoat, ﬂoppy ears and is unusually small, signs of prematurity; • is straining to defecate or fails to pass meconium within two hours, or becomes colicky; • is not passing urine within 24 hours.

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TRAINING TIPS BY JAMES GEIBEL

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This is a very common problem. All horses go better one way than the other and stiffness to one side of the other is not necessarily due to a racing background. I have had many ex-racers that were actually the other way around (stiff to the left) and some horses that never saw a racetrack that were tough to the right. First, it’s up to the rider to recognize the horse’s good side so they can then work on improving the tough side. The horse in question goes easier to the left, so the general rule would be to do twice as much work on the right. I would start on a lunge line with side reins, attached to a saddle or surcingle. Having an assistant help you while you’re lunging is a good idea if the horse is new to lunging. A word of caution: when ﬁrst using the side reins or any type of a tie down, always have the reins long to give the horse a chance to feel their effect. After a few minutes, you can begin to shorten them to the point where the horse can no longer get his head above the bit and invert his top line. Training equipment such as this is Page 28

only as good as the person using it. Always get help if you’re unsure about how to proceed. I always start on the good side because it makes the exercise physically and mentally easier for the horse. In this horse’s case, you should start your horse to the left first. Stay with a working trot until the horse relaxes and lowers his head and neck. Make sure the horse is not just shuffling along, but tracking well into the front hoof prints at the trot. Allow 30 to 40 minutes of work on the horse’s good side, until the horse is relaxed. Then switch direction and do the same, plus an extra 15 minutes on the tough side. If you feel it is necessary, you can shorten the inside side rein a hole or two to turn the horse’s head to the inside a few degrees. The length of this process and the intensity of the work will vary from horse to horse. The time of year, day and type of weather will also significantly affect the process. For example, on a brisk morning one must expect the horse to require more time on the lunge before he relaxes, so it’s the rider’s job to recognize how long your horse needs. Don’t allow yourself to end early just because it gets boring, either. Note: This is a trotting exercise. If the horse does canter, a soft voice and pressure on the line should re-establish the trot. Be del-

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liberate and insistent in this, because it will take tense horses a little while to get the idea that they can relax. It’s a good idea to keep to the lunging for a few days before getting in the saddle.

transitions is helpful, as is switching from a right to left bend and vice versa. Keeping a quiet seat, leg and hands is key to convincing the horse to relax and move accurately, especially in transitions.

On the second or third day, and if the horse is responding better, get on. Stay on a 20 to 25 meter circle to begin. Walk and trot to the left until the horse relaxes. Then go right. After the lunging, the horse should be relaxed and show a marked improvement in his way of going in both directions. If he is still stiff and resistant under saddle, try going back to the lunge line.

Walking or trotting over a rail on the ground or a cavalletti can be a good exercise to get the horse’s mind off moving crooked and on where he is putting his feet. Scatter a few single ground rails around the ring. Doing the trot to talk transition just before the rail, using very little rein aid, is an effective way to lighten the forehand. Trotting three cavalletti set four and a half feet apart will also serve the same purpose.

As the horse relaxes, start doing some changes of direction, serpentines and straight lines. Always return to a circle if the horse gets tense, and vary the size of the circles. Use a smaller circle to increase the bend of the horse if necessary. Be happy with the trot for a few weeks. Cantering can cause more problems than it’s worth at this point. Practicing the walk-to-trot and trot-to-walk

Walking through a circle of rails laid out like the spokes of a wheel is a nice exercise to get the horse to let go of his sides. (ﬁgure 1). The closer the horse gets to the center, the smaller his steps have to be. As you move to the outside edge of the wheel, you should get two or more steps between each spoke. The horse is turning the whole time and the short and long steps encourage ﬂexibility on both sides.

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Generally, straightness in a horse’s movement comes with hours and weeks of proper flatting and lunging, and simple lateral work that should remain part of a training program. As your work on the flat and over ground poles goes on, you should see and feel a remarkable change. It’s worth the wait. It is truly fine to ride a horse that lets you ride them softly, whether bent of straight. Be patient and stick with your plan. Only add more difficult movements as you feel your horse is ready and relaxed.

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“Beautiful Horses of Pennsylvania” On Exhibit at the Elite Equestrian Spring Horse Expo

�� Equine artist Karen Brenner will exhibit her newest series of paintings, “Beautiful Horses of Pennsylvania,” at the Elite Equestrian Spring Horse Expo on April 10. The exhibit will include over 50 paintings depicting some of the most beautiful horses in the state. Karen’s paintings are realistic in nature, with brilliant colors created by multiple layers of translucent oil paint.

a Fjord, even a mini donkey named Felice. The paintings depict horses in a wide variety of moods ranging from quiet portraits with beautiful faces to full throttle charges.

n nominating their horse, owners shared special stories about their steeds. The stories will be available at the exhibit for those interested in reading about each of the horses. The paintings and stories are also Early in 2009, Karen invited horse owners to available for viewing on the artist’s website: nominate their horses for the Beautiful Horses www.karenbrenner.com. During the month of Pennsylvania project. Over 90 horses were of April, everyone is invited to vote for their favorite painting in the Beautiful Horses of entered. The artist chose 50 to be part of the series. During June 2009, she traveled Pennsylvania series online and/or at the Elite throughout the state to photograph each of Equestrian Spring Horse Expo. the 50 horses. Once back home in Ohio, she began the process of creating one painting Pennsylvania is the fourth in Karen’s “Beauof each of the featured horses. The last of tiful Horses” series. Earlier series, featured the 50 paintings will be ﬁnished just in time horses from Texas, Ohio and Michigan. The for the April 10th exhibit. artist hopes to travel to all 50 states and do a series for each. This summer she is going to The paintings include an exciting mix of Indiana. Hoosiers are sending in their nomibreeds including Gypsy Horses, Arabians, nations now. Almost a hundred so far have Draft Horses, Quarter Horses, Paints, Friesians, been submitted! Page 32

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Rather than doing well known horses, Karen likes doing horses that are “famous” in their owners’ eyes. Her favorites are headshots. Karen explains, “I also really like bold action shots as well. Almost all of my paintings are cropped closely so that as much of the “canvas” is horse -- with as little background as possible.”

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Some of Karen’s paintings are reproduced for T-shirts, mugs and what-not in her Cafe Press shops. .... an online based business that prints on demand when things are ordered. When people vote for the favorite PA horse painting in April, the painting with the most votes will get its own Cafe Press shop! It will be available on many of the Cafe Press line of products. Karen also does commissions. Horse owners may get more information about commissioning a painting on the artist’s website www.karenbrenner.com, by emailing Karen at kmbrenner@hotmail.com or talking with the artist at the Elite Equestrian Horse Expo on April 10th. See page 5 for details!

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Bucks County Horse Park

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The Bucks County Horse Park is a non-profit organization operating on 126 acres of Bucks County Parks and Recreation land in Revere, PA. This non profit organization is a steward of the land, maintaining over 20 miles of trails, 2 large all weather rings, a grass stadium field, 2dressage rings and cross country fences for both the novice and professional rider.

he Park has a membership of over 500 equestrian and recreational members. There are ranges for membership options, which range in price from $40 to $400 for a family of four. Educational groups such as 4H and Pony Club receive a reduced membership in exchange for a volunteer commitment. Members can use the rings, trails and jumps 24/7 and beneﬁt from reduced entries fee to many Horse Park events. Spectators are welcome and admission is free. A day out in the Park is a great inexpensive way to entertain the family in a beautiful country setting. Every year the Park manages over 40 events in a number of different disciplines, which include, Dressage, Horse Trials, Combined Tests, Jumper and Hunter Shows, Driving Show, and Trail events. These offer both a series of informal schooling venues to prepare horses and riders and more formal venues recognized by National Organizations. In 2009, the Park events remained very popular among competitors of all ages and abilities. This is due to the relatively low entry fees, a well-organized and consumer friendly management team and loyal and friendly support of volunteers. Page 36

2010 is promising to be another busy year at the Park. There are a number of Hunter Paces throughout the year; the May and November dates will include a home cooked hearty lunch. The Judged Trail Ride and Scavenger Hunt/Judged Trail Ride combo appeal to all ages and riding families, competitors answer clues on the trail and are judged as they negotiate obstacles along the way. The Park has a strong dressage program. There is a series of 8 schooling Tuesday Evening Dressage shows where competitors are judged on the tests of choice. These are informal and perfect for the beginner rider or novice horse. These compliment ﬁve recognized USDF/USEF shows, which draw competitors from up and down the East Coast. The series of 12 Thursday Morning Horse Shows has been revised again this year to appeal to the younger generation and local jumpers. There will be a third ring, with more children and beginner classes. The jumpers will enjoy the new Gambler Stakes classes offered at the low and higher levels.

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Plans are under way to construct a new water complex in 2010, which will be popular to both those who school at the Park and for those who compete at any of the 5 schooling Horse Trials or the USEA recognized events held in June and September. The schooling Horse Trials held at the Park offer a great introduction to the sport with walk and trot dressage tests and cross country and show jumps no bigger than 2 foot. October 2nd is the Pink Ribbon Ride, Drive and Country Walk beneﬁting breast cancer patients and their families of the Cancer Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Last year over $18,000 was raised. All competitors receive free T-shirts; enjoy a light breakfast, great marked trails, a gourmet champagne brunch, rafﬂe and prizes for the most “pinked out” teams and riders! Full details of the Horse Park facilities, the membership, volunteer opportunities and description of events held at the Park can be found at www.BucksCountyHorsePark. org

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Today, we are experiencing a revival of one of art history’s longstanding trends—the painting, collecting, and preserving of the homestead and farm portraits. Whether an artwork’s subject is your homestead, ranch, farm, or the Oldest House in America (which incidentallyis located in St. Augustine, Florida), images of homes have recently regained popular interest and have become a new gift idea for new and old homeowners alike. Helping to make farm or homestead portraits a popular art form and collecting category, numerous artists are offering the service of commissioned artwork based on a photograph of clients’ houses. Like family portraits, portraits of homes are now making a splash in the décor of many new and not so new homes. In addition, many of us are collecting images of our childhood homes as well as vacation homes in order to remember a beloved site where family gatherings took place in days gone by.

official residences has been immortalized in fine and folk art many times since it was erected as a fortress and castle more than 900 years ago. Today, Windsor Castle remains the largest occupied castle in the world. While Windsor Castle houses the Royal Art Collection including paintings by Hans Holbein, Peter Paul Rubens, Anthony Van Dyck, fine tapestries, porcelain, sculpture, armour and more, the site itself has been subject for numerous portraits detailing its impressive and breathtaking structure.

This strong art historical tradition of home portraiture was popular with the historic monarchies throughout Europe for centuries. Of course, artists depicted some of the great buildings of history such as the Palace at Versailles, home of French monarchs Louis XIV and Louis XV. Versailles attracted artists to it long after its completion too. As late as the 19th Century, circa 1818, American artist John Vanderlyn painted a famous circular, panoramic view of the Palace at Versailles now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Here at home, the majestic White House has been similarly reproduced as paintings, prints, and other works of art. The President’s House was a major feature of L’Enfant’s plan for the city of Washington DC in 1791. Envisioning a vast palace for the President, the White House was depicted often in oil and panel on canvas.

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the nation’s capital, First Lady Dolley Madison insisted that Gilbert Stuart’s portrait of President George Washington be saved. Of course, the Stuart portrait was saved, but the White House perished. After 1817, the White House became a popular subject for American artists and their foreign colleagues. One of the most famous images of the White House in our nation’s capital is an engraving by William Strickland after a watercolor by George Munger from the Library of Congress collection, dated 1814. The idea of commissioning and collecting an original work of art or ﬁne art print depicting your home, farm, or ranch, like that of the world’s most historic homes, has sparked a new contemporary trend which recalls an old time tradition. Produced and immortalized in various media, many homeowners are adding a work of art depicting their home to an existing ﬁne art collection.

�� Photo previous page: Homestead paintings capture private and public homes as subject for ﬁne art. This painting depicts an area homestead by Bucks County painter, Glenn Harren.

�� The beautiful 7-Springs Farm in Pittstown NJ has been selected to host the ﬁrst eastern regional Equine Masters Championship event taking place on March 27 and 28. The Equine Masters Championship is a new and exciting equestrian competition debuting in the 2009-2010 season. It is produced by Dr. Suzanne Myers and Next Level Horsemanship located in Port Matilda, PA. Thus far the show has been hosted by several Midwest venues but is excited to give eastern equestrians a chance to compete for cash and prizes as well as a chance at the national title of “Equine Master”.

All participants at the regional events including at 7-Springs Farm will compete for cash and prizes worth over $5000. Winners from the regional events are invited to participate in the national championship competition to be hosted by the Indiana Hoosier Horse Fair and Expo on April 9-11, 2010 to compete for a larger purse.

For more information or to register to compete in the March 27-28 EMC event at 7 Springs Farm, visit www.NextLevelHorsemanship.com or call Suzanne Myers at 814-2806086. Next level Horsemanship is accepting other host venues for additional events in the eastern and mid atlantic region for 2010. The purpose of the Equine Masters ChamIf you would like to host an EMC competipionship is to promote friendly but serious competition among equestrians of multiple tion, please contact Suzanne. disciplines in an alternative forum which allows them the opportunity to showcase their skills in training and horsemanship and to demonstrate their knowledge of equine related subjects (hippology). Page 40

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“A Mongolian without a horse is like a bird without wings.”

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�� Since long before the time of Genghis Khan horse riding has been a popular tradition amongst Mongolians. Even today horse riding remains an important part of their cultural heritage. In addition to the everyday use of horses by Mongolians, more formal horse races take place throughout the year. Some of the most dangerous races are during the winter when sub-zero temperatures create dangerous racing conditions. However, the biggest competitions occur every July at the Naadam Festivals taking place all over Mongolia. Every year more than 30,000 child jockeys ranging from the ages of 410 years old participate in 12-28 kilometer races. Unfortunately, on average, about 5% of these children fall off of their horses. Due to the lack of ﬁnancial resources, lack of knowledge, and indifference, many of the children embark on these races without proper protective gear like helmets and pads, and sometimes even without shoes or saddles. As a result, every year many children suffer from severe lifelong injuries, and for some of the most unfortunate, death. Though measures have

been taken on a legislative level, none of the laws to provide the children with protective gear are being enforced. Kara Estep is a Peace Corps Volunteer currently serving in Mongolia. The Mongolians she works with at a local agency called the Department for Children have recognized this need and want to do something about it. Kara explains “My organization does not have sufﬁcient funding to purchase helmets for the children in our community. We need help from concerned individuals.” You can help these children continue to participate in this century-old tradition without having to risk serious injuries or their life. Ways you can help: • Donate a new riding helmet. • Donate a used but functional riding helmet. • Donate other protective riding gear like elbow-pads and knee-pads.

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Stables Will Welcome Visitors April 24 & 25 for the Pennsylvania Equestrian Horse Farms Open House

Which state has a larger horse industry, Kentucky or Pennsylvania? If you answered “Kentucky” you have a thing or two to learn about horses. Fortunately, you can bone up on all things equine while enjoying a beautiful spring day in horse country, during the Pennsylvania Equestrian Horse Farms Open House. Eastern Pennsylvania is one of the most horse-rich areas of the US. A study completed by Penn State University in 2003 showed that horses are a $10 billion industry in Pennsylvania, the second largest component of the state’s largest industry, agriculture, and

that the industry is centered in the southeastern quadrant of the state. The Pennsylvania Equestrian Horse Farms Open House, held April 24 & 25, gives horse enthusiasts and families who just like horses an opportunity to visit professional stables normally off limits to the public. The farms, will open to the public from 10 am to 4 pm Saturday, April 24 and 11 am to 4 pm, Sunday, April 25. The event is free and visitors travel from farm to farm in their own vehicle and at their own pace. Complete information, including descriptions of each farm, their plans for the Open House weekend and driving directions are in the April issue of Pennsylvania Equestrian, available by subscription and at tack and feed stores, and on the web at www.pennsylvaniaequestrian.com. The Pennsylvania Equestrian Horse Farms Open House began in 1993 and was held annually through 2004. It returns this year after a six year hiatus. The Horse Farms Open House became an annual outing for as many as 10,000 horse enthusiasts. Many stables offer demonstrations, activities,

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horse and rider. “R” hunter judge Scott Burkhart is the head trainer. For more information visit www.ﬂintrockstables.com. ■ Greystone Manor Therapeutic Riding Center, Lancaster, Lancaster County. Greystone Manor Therapeutic Riding Center is a non-proﬁt organization that has been providing quality equine programs for children and adults with disabilities since 1981 under the name of Lancaster County Therapeutic Riding. The historic stable has 20 stalls, indoor arena, outdoor riding ring and turnout. During the Open House Greystone Manor will celebrate its grand opening, as the organization assumed management and sole occupancy of the former Greystone Manor Stables on January 1. The facility is now a fully dedicated therapeutic riding center, the only program in Lancaster County to have this distinction. For more information visit www.greystonemanortrc.org. Green and white Horse Farms Open House signs will help to guide visitors to the farms. Complete information on all participating stables will be at www.pennsylvaniaequestrian.com in mid-March, included in the April issue of Pennsylvania Equestrian, a monthly newspaper for horse owners, or available by calling (717) 509-9800.

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The Bedminster Regional Land Conservancy is sponsoring its 12th annual tour in the upper Bucks County area. It will be held on Sunday, June 6th, rain or shine, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be six private gardens on the tour featuring native plantings and each will have a Master Gardener available for consultation. Tickets available in advance - consider giving tickets for Easter and Mother’s Day gifts! First availability is at the conservancy’s Annual Meeting in April 22nd at the Presbyterian Church at Deep Run. at the special discount price of $15. Regular tickets will go on sale in early May for $18 at the following locations: Earthkeepers at Rogers on Rte 313, Dublin Agway; Linden Hill Nursery in Ottsville; Doylestown Book Store, Bucks Country Gardens in Doylestown, and Chubby’s Dairy Barn in Plumstead. Day of the tour ticket price is $20. Snacks and Chubby’s ice cream will be for sale, with picnic facilities available, also plants & rafﬂe items from local artists. FMI: call BRLC voice mail 215-795-2352 or visit www.bedminsterlandconservancy.org

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St. Christopher’s Horse Show Scheduled To Return to Southeastern Pennsylvania, May 12-16, 2010 opher’s Horse Show is a USHJA Hunter Development Incentive Fund show, one of only a few in the area. St. Christopher’s Equitation Division includes Children’s Medal, Adult Medal, USEF Pony Medal, and WIHS Equitation classes, plus Leadline classes for children under 7.

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The Hunter Division includes Small, Medium and Large Pony, Small and Large Junior, Amateur-Owner, Adult Amateur, Children’s and Pre-Children’s sections, plus Working Hunter and Conformation Hunter sections. Also included are Schooling Hunter and Ladies Hunter Side Saddle sections, as well as the Adult Amateur Hunter Classic. Judging the Hunter Division will be Brian D. Lenehan and Carleton Brooks. The schedule for the Jumper Division includes Schooling, Hopeful, Training and Pony Jumper sections. In addition, there are Junior/Amateur-Owner, Children’s and Adult Amateur Jumper sections. Guilherme Jorge of Brazil, an FEI-rated course designer and veterinarian, will be setting the courses. Jorge has built courses at such prestigious events as Spruce Meadows for the past six years, the North American Junior & Young Riders Championships, and World Cup qualiﬁers in Canada, England, Finland, and the United States. In recognition of Jorge’s outstanding work he has been honored in recent years by being chosen to design courses for the FEI World Cup Finals in Las Vegas in 2005 and 2007 and for the Pan American Games in Brazil in 2007.

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This year’s horse show also continues the St. Christopher’s tradition of offering a wide array of classes in its Hunter Breeding Division. This year the judge for these popular classes will be Richard Abbott. “With so many great classes on the schedule, there’s something for everyone at this year’s St. Christopher’s Horse Show,” said Longenecker.

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�� The St. Christopher’s Horse Show is recognized by the USEF and it is a regular member of the Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the Professional Horsemen’s Association. It is also a member event of the Pennsylvania Horse Show Association.

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Penn Jersey Horse Show Association’s 2010 Show Schedule For more information please check out our website at www.PJHSA.com The website has membership forms, horse registration forms and other important club info!!!! April 18th, Sun 9AM PJHSA Fun Show (fundraiser for PJHSA - consider a sponsorship) Plainﬁeld Riding Club, Wind Gap, PA (not PJHSA pointed) May 2nd, Sun 9AM Saddle Valley Western Show Saddle Valley Farm, Bangor PA. May 8th, Sat 8AM Boots & Saddles English Show Boots & Saddles Riding Club, Allentown, PA May 9th, Sun 9AM Boots & Saddles Western Show Boots & Saddles Riding Club, Allentown, PA May 22nd, Sat 8AM PJHSA English Show (fundraiser for PJHSA - consider a sponsorship) Bucks County Horse Park, Revere, PA June 5th,Sat 9AM Buxmont Riding Club Western Show Buxmont Riding Club, Tylersport, PA June 12th, Sat 8AM Boots & Saddles English Show Boots & Saddles Riding Club, Allentown, PA June 13th, Sun 9AM PJHSA Western Show (fundraiser for PJHSA - consider a sponsorship) Berks County 4-H Center, Leesport, PA June 27th, Sun Bucks County English & Western Show 8AM: English; 9AM: Western Bucks County Horse Park, Revere, PA

July 11th, Sun 8AM Blue Valley English Show Blue Valley Riding Center, Pen Argyl, PA July 18th, Sun 8AM Blue Valley English Show Blue Valley Riding Center, Pen Argyl, PA July 25th, Sun Bucks County English & Western Show 8 AM: English, 9 AM: Western Bucks County Horse Park, Revere, PA August 16th, Sun 8AM Saddle Valley English Show Saddle Valley Farm, Bangor PA. Sept. 4th, Sat 8AM Boots & Saddles English Show Boots & Saddles Riding Club, Allentown, PA Sept. 5th, Sun 9AM Boots & Saddles Western Show Boots & Saddles Riding Club, Allentown, PA Sept. 26th, Sun 8AM Saddle Valley English Show Saddle Valley Farm, Bangor PA

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EVENTS

March 5: Sport Horse Lameness & Corrective Shoeing with Dr. Peter Blauner 6:30 - 8:30pm, presented by Berks Equine Council, Berks Ag Center in Leesport, PA. $2/mem, $5/nonmem. Pre-reg is apprciated, at door OK. AngeliqueLukacs@comcast.net, 610-3426080 www.berksequinecouncil.org

April 18: Horse Show, Heaven’s Gate Farm. 5590 Bradshaw Rd., Pipersville PA Hunters & Jumpers. Championship all divisions, ribbons in all classes. 215-343-0213 or barn: 215-7660133 www.heavensgatefarmpa.com\

April 10 & 11: NACMO Ride Mounted Orienteering, Blue Marsh, near Reading, PA horselady9@aol.com for info.

August 8: NACMO Ride Mounted Orienteering, Lewis Morris Park, Morristown, NJ, PasoVasz@aol.com

April 22: Hay Selection & Feeding lecture by Donna Foulk, Penn State Cooperative ExtenMarch 21: Horse Show, Heaven’s Gate Farm. sion, 7pm at the Montgomery County 4H 5590 Bradshaw Rd., Pipersville PA Hunters & Center, 610-489-4315 Jumpers.Championship all divisions, ribbons http://montgomery.extension.psu.edu in all classes. 215-343-0213 or barn: 215-766May 4 & 18: Equine Stewardship Course 0133 www.heavensgatefarmpa.com Held in Chester County. For info: 610-489-4315 or http://montgomery.extension.psu.edu March 24th: “Equine First Aid” by Drs. McEvoy and Buchholz 7:00-9:00 pm; learn first aid and what to do before the veterinarian May 8 & 9: NACMO Ride Mounted Orienteering, Blue Marsh, near arrives, Montgomery County 4-H Center; Reading, PA horselady9@aol.com for info. Creamery, PA. Sponsored by Penn State Cooperative Extension 610-489-4315; May 16: Horse Show, Heaven’s Gate Farm. http://montgomery.extension.psu.edu 5590 Bradshaw Rd., Pipersville PA Hunters & Jumpers. Championship all divisions, ribbons April 6 & 13: Equine Nutrition Short Course in all classes. 215-343-0213 or barn: 215-7667-9pm, Best Western Conference Center, 0133 www.heavensgatefarmpa.com Bethlehem, PA. The two-part program is aimed for barn managers, owners, and May 23: Junior League Hunter Horse Show all horse enthusiasts. Offered by the Penn 9 am. Berks County 4H Agricultural Center State Cooperative Extension in Southeast lm.wallscapes@comcast.net or 610-670-5591 PA. $35/person for both days w/ advance www.jlreading.org reg. Walk-in reg. (pending availability):$40 /person. Call Northampton County Ext. OfJune 6: NACMO Ride fice 610-746-1970 x 5 for info/registration & materials. Download brochure for course at Mounted Orienteering, Blue Marsh, near http://montgomery.extension.psu.edu (look Reading, PA horselady9@aol.com for info. under agricultural programs). June 13; Horse Show, Heaven’s Gate Farm. 5590 Bradshaw Rd., Pipersville PA Hunters & April 10: Elite Equestrian Horse Expo Jumpers. Championship all divisions, ribbons Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Allentown Fairgrounds, Allentown, PA. Vendors, live horses in all classes. 215-343-0213 or barn: 215-7660133 www.heavensgatefarmpa.com indoors all day. $6/adult 12 & up,$2/child 6-11yrs, 5 & under free, $1 off each adult July 11: NACMO Ride admission w/ a canned good, benefits L.V. Mounted Orienteerting, Mahlon Dickerson Ecumenical Center. See page 5 Reservation, Jefferson, NJ, gldg@nji.com www.EliteEquestrian.us

April 17: Tack Swap 11am -2pm. At the Northampton County 4H Center, 777 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareteh, PA Call 610-837-7294 For more info or to reserve a table. Indoor & outdoor space available. No Live Animals, No Dogs Allowed!!! Page 58

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Bucks County Horse Park 2010 Calendar of Events Email: manager@BucksCountyHorsePark.org Tel: 610 847 8597 Fax: 610 847 5507 Full Details available @ www.BucksCountyHorsePark.org Located off Route 611, Revere, PA 18953 Eventing April 18 - Combined Test/ Schooling Dressage Show May 16 - Schooling Horse Trial June 20 - USEA Recognized Horse Trial Aug 8 - Schooling Horse Trial Sept 12 - USEA Recognized Horse Trial Oct 10 – Schooling Horse Trial/Combined Test/Dressage Nov 7 –Schooling Horse Trial Thursday Morning Hunter/Jumper Show Series Every Thursday June 10th thru Aug 26th PJHSA English/Western Shows June 27th and July 25th Jumper Shows May 30 - Spring Jumper Show Oct 3 - Fall Jumper Classic Driving Sept 26 - ADS Recognized Driving Show

Dressage April 18- Schooling Dressage Show May 2 - USDF/USEF Dressage at The Park I June 6- USDF/USEF Dressage at The Park II July 4- USDF/USEF Dressage at The Park III July 31- USDF Dressage Breed Show Aug 1USDF/USEF Dressage at The Park IV Aug 22- LVDA Dressage Rental Oct 10- Schooling Dressage Show Oct 23- USDF/USEF Dressage at The Park V Tuesday Evening Dressage Show Series (ESDCTA) May 11 & 25, June 8 & 22, July 6 & 20, Aug 3 &17 Hunter Paces and Chases April 25(rental), May 31, Sept 6 (rental), Nov 28. June 13- Judged Trail & Scavenger Hunt Combo Sept 19- Judged Trail Ride Oct 2Pink Ribbon Ride Oct 17- Spookarama (rental)

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Lehigh Valley Horse Council 2010 Events

The Lehigh Valley Horse Council is a non-proﬁt organization devoted to promoting equine activities and the educating of the horse owner and the general public. We sponsor clinics or lectures featuring knowledgeable persons on varying aspects of horse ownership and horsemanship. These clinics/lectures are offered FREE to the public. March 18, 2009 (Thursday) 7:45 PM Topic: Various Important Legal Issues for the Horse Owner, including Equine Liability, Nutrient Management Regulations, etc. Speaker: Mr. John Bell, Esq., Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Location: Hanover Township Community Center, Bethlehem, PA May 20, 2010 (Thursday) 7:00 PM Topic: Acupressure, Hands on Your Horse for Optimal Health Speaker: Ms. Kris Smalley, No Horsing Around, LLC Location: TBA July 15, 2010 (Thursday) 7:00 PM Topic: Meet the Big Hearts with the Little Feet An introduction to Minis and their potential. Speakers: Ms. Jan Posh, Overtime Acres Location: Northampton Cty. 4-H Center, Nazareth, PA September 16, 2010 (Thursday) 7:00PM Topic: All About Bits….Spit It Out! Speaker: Mr. Al Miskevish, Stone Mountain Ranch Location: TBA November 18, 2010 (Thursday) 7:30 PM Topic: Are Your Horses Eating You Out of House & Home? A talk on how to maintain & improve your pastures. Speakers: Ms. Donna Foulk, PSU Ag Ext. Agent Location: Boots & Saddle Riding Club, Allentown, PA For More Information Call: 610-759-7985, 610-837-7294. Due to circumstances beyond our control a date, topic, or location may be changed, please check information ahead of time if you are not an LVHC member receiving the LVHC newsletter.

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Berks Equine Council is a non-profit membership organization that serves as an educational resouce and promotes activities for local equine enthusiast and professionals, thus enhancing the quality of life in Berks County. 717-515-5468 or www.BerksEquineConcil.org Buxmont Riding Club Schooling horse shows and more! www.buxmontridingclub.com Keystone Miniature Horse Club Club for miniature horse owners, fun shows, clinics, meetings with speakers, etc. Call for info: 570-488-6264 www.keystonemhc.com Lehigh Valley Dressage Association LVDA is a non-profit organization that is devoted to promoting dressage in Eastern PA and Western NJ. We hold seven schooling shows, clinics and an annual USDF Recognized Show at the BCHP each year. See www.lvda.org or call 610-837-7889 for more information. The Lehigh Valley Horse Council is a non-profit organization devoted to promoting equine activities and the educating of the horse owner and the general public. We sponsor clinics or lectures featuring knowledgeable persons on varying aspects of horse ownership and horsemanship. For Info: 610-837-7294 NACMO National Asso. of Competitive Mounted Orienteering www.nacmo.org Penn Jersey Horse Showing Association Visit our web site for information about the PJHSA, events, membership forms, rules, and more. www.PJHSA.com Tinicum Park Polo Club River Rd (Route 32), Erwinna. Matches every Saturday at 2pm. Last game of this season is Oct 3. $5 per car load, guests receive a raffle ticket for drawing. Please keep dogs on a leash at all times. Social memberships with & without tents are available. Call to check for cancelations due to weather or field conditions before each game! www.tinicumpolo.org 908-996-3321

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Why advertise to the equestrian market?

The following are several equestrian statistics that will help to illustrate the benefits of advertising to the equestrian market. • The estimated consumer yearly expenditure by USA Equestrian membership is $2 billion • 27,000,000 people over the age of 12 ride a horse at least once a year • 14,580,000 people over the age of 12 ride a horse on a regular basis • 2,200,000 people own horses in the United States • 88,000,000 attend horse-related events • The average income of an individual who subscribes to an English style equestrian magazine is $105,900 • The ratio of the horse owners to non-horse owners who have an annual income over $100,000 is 4:1 • The average home value is $412,000 • 15% own a second home • 43% travel on an airplane more than 16 times a year • 78% are members of a frequent flyer program • 97% own one or more credit cards • 55% of the automobiles owned were purchased last year • The average age is 39 • 85% of the participants are female • 80% of equestrians have a minimum of a four-year college degree • The equestrian audience participates in an average of 14 events a year • 40% report an individual income in excess of $150,000 (Source: USA Equestrian: Profile of 80,000 members and on-site audiences)

Display Ad Rates

• Printed Ad

A: Full Page: B: Half Page: C: Quarter Page: D: Eighth Page: E: Business Card:

All Ad Prices Include: •Full Color •Web Link • Digital On-Line Magazine Ad • 3 Months Of Advertising To Your Target Market W x H 4.9 x 7.4 4.9 x 3.6 2.4 x 3.6 2.4 x 1.8 2.4 x 1.4

$525 $290 $170 $110 $65

Prices per issue for premium positions: Pages 2-5: $625 BackCover: $675

Discount When Paying By Check or Cash

$500 $275 $160 $100 $60

$600 $650

Front Cover: $1,500 Includes photo on front cover (mgmt must approve) and two page centerfold feature highlight article of your equine business to include photos.

Rates are for print-ready ad copy. Ads requiring set-up will be billed as follows: 1/8: $15 1/4: $20 1/2: $25 full: $35

No set up fees for minor changes (expiration date, phone, single line, etc)

Discounts: Annual contract, 4 issues take 10% OFF

Next Issue: Summer 2010, Available 6-1-10, Deadline: 5-14-10

Ofﬁce: 570-646-9340 Cell: 570-656-0730 PO Box 764, Brodheadsville, PA 18322 www.EliteEquestrian.us info@EliteEquestrian.us Page 62

Elite Equestrian

Tinicum Park Polo Club 2010 Season Join us for another action packed season! Photo by Wilson Black Photography www.WilsonBlackPhotography.com

2010 Schedule Of Events • May 15th, Opening Day Tail Gate Competition • July 3rd, No Polo • July 10th, Max Berger Cup AND Hat Day! • July 24th, Arby Dobb Cup • August 7th, President’s Cup • August 21st, Women’s Cup • September 11th, Sportsmanship Cup • September 18th, Polo & Pooches • September 25th, Wine + Polo • October 9th, British Festival Tail Gate Competition Last Game of Season Games are held every Saturday at 2pm. Call the hotline at 908-996-3321 on the morning of the game due to possible cancelation for weather or ﬁeld conditions. All games are open to the public with a $5/car parking fee for non-members. Leashed dogs are always welcome.

Become a member! Social Membership includes: • Tented space at each game* • Invitation to our Annual Gala • Entrance/Parking to each game w/ rafﬂe ticket for each person in your group • Post-Game get-together for members

*Social memberships available without tent

Support “The Sport of Kings”

while promoting your business to the right people. A variety of sponsorships available in various price ranges.

Individual and Corporate Sponsorships Available

For information about sponsorships or memberships, call our hotline at 908-996-3321 year-round, or visit our website at

www.TinicumPolo.org Elite Equestrian

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