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WINDSOR CHARITY POLO CUP

The signature high-goal charity polo match of the season. THE ARISTOCRATIC REBEL

Contributing editor Sandra Ranke and her creative team present a fashion-photo essay juxtaposing pretty florals with masculine plaids. THE REFRESHING STYLE OF DANI GOLDSTEIN

The show-jumping phenomenon tells EQLiving about her style and her upcoming fashion line. FASHION’S FITTING ADDITIONS

MARIA ERRICO

Renee Spurge discusses the established equestrian brands that are launching into exciting new directions. CHURCHILL DOWNS

Home to the most exciting two minutes in sports, this landmark continues to grow into the future of racing. MR. STEWART’S CHESHIRE FOXHOUNDS

The pristine valley spotted nearly 100 years ago remains virtually the same idyllic setting for today’s Cheshire Hunt. THE UNFORGETTABLE ALLURE OF HAIG POINT

Editor-in-Chief Stephanie Peters luxuriates in a community’s Southern hospitality on a bridgeless South Carolina island.

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DESIGN

A dramatically provocative and thoughtful shade of purple, this year’s Pantone color of the year communicates originality and visionary thinking.

FOOD + DRINK

Churchill Downs’ Sarah Contardo shares a favorite cocktail and delicious peach recipe.

TRAVEL

The Experiment for International Living offers high school students the opportunity of a lifetime. STYLE

Form meets function in these five innovative approaches to the typical backpack.

Spring rains bring out the fun wet-weather accessories that can keep you dry and stylish.

Pamper mom this Mother’s Day with one of these spa-worthy items. FAVORITES

Travel by private jet makes flying a breeze.

This autobiography from eventing legend Jack Le Goff offers a behind-the-scenes look at the sport, his life, and his tough yet successful techniques.

ON THE COVER

IN EACH ISSUE Cover shot on location in Middleburg, Virginia by Heidi Niemala. Model wears an Equipment Paris blouse, H&M coat, Maje pants, and Horse Country stock tie and pin. Full details on page 40.

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EDITOR’S NOTE 10 Welcome to Equestrian Living. RESOURCES

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Look for CONTACT INFO | PAGE 106 to find the products and services in this issue. BARN DOGS 114 Meet Delilah and Miss Molly, two rescued dogs belonging to champion jumper Katie Dinan.

PEOPLE

Meet Robert Dover, the Chef d’Equipe of the United States Dressage Team. EQUESTRIAN PROPERTIES

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THE COLOR OF 2O18

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A dramatically provocative and thoughtful purple shade, Pantone's ULTRA VIOLET communicates originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking.

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antone, the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, announced 18-3838 Ultra Violet as the 2018 Pantone Color of the Year. Enigmatic purples have long been symbolic of counterculture, unconventionality, and artistic brilliance. Musical icons Prince, David Bowie, and Jimi Hendrix brought shades of Ultra Violet to the forefront of pop culture as personal expressions of individuality. Laurie Pressman, vice president of the Pantone Color Institute, explained, “As

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Introducing the Pantone Color of the Year 2018 individuals around the

world become

PANTONE 18-3838 Ultra Violetand realize more fascinated with color A dramatically provocative and thoughtful purple shade, PANTONE 18-3838 Ultra Violet communicates originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking that points us towards the future. Complex and contemplative, Ultra Violet, like the vast and limitless night sky, suggests the mysteries of the cosmos, lighting the way to what is yet to come.

its ability to convey deep messages and meanings, designers and brands should feel empowered to use color to inspire and influence.” True coupled Enigmatic purples haveto alsothe long been symbolic nature of Ultra of counterculture, unconventionality, artistic brilliance, Violet, which is created and spiritual reflection. Ultra Violet symbolizes by combining experimentation and nonconformity, spurring red and blue, this vibrant hue lends itself individuals to imagine their unique mark on the world, and push creative outlets. toboundaries uniquethrough color combinations in fashion and is easier to pair with more colors Discover what’s possible. #UltraViolet #COY2018 on the spectrum than one might think. pantone.com/color-of-the-year-2018 With golds or other metallics, Ultra Violet becomes luxurious and dazzling; with greens or grays it evokes natural elegance. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 106 PANTONE® and other Pantone trademarks are the property of Pantone LLC. Pantone LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of X-Rite Incorporated. © Pantone LLC, 2017. All rights reserved.

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WELCOME Polo player Nacho Figueras, EQ photography director George Kamper, and editor Stephanie Peters at Windsor Charity Polo Cup in Vero Beach, Florida.

aesthetics of fit, style, and silhouette. In spite of the challenges, we see brands surpassing expectations and beautifully integrating the necessary components. In “Fashion’s Fitting Additions,” Renee Spurge shares exciting new iniashion statement” is a welltiatives emerging from long-established worn term pervasive in equestrian brands. The boundaries of their fashion vernacular. It’s tossed traditional product lines are expanding into about in a multitude of unexpected territories, yet the same stanways, bearing both positive dards of craftsmanship, performance, and and negative overtones. It’s style carry through. actually a phrase that is quite concise, as We are at a pivotal moment where fashion has the ability to broadcast, mask, fashion transcends the traditional task of enhance, and exemplify who we are. enhancing and allows authenticity to shine “The Aristocratic Rebel,” a fashionthrough. It leaves us empowered and comphoto editorial by contributing editor fortable in our own skin. Champion show Sandra Ranke, photographer Heidi jumper Dani Goldstein is determined to Niemala, and fashion editor David spend her days training and competing Burnett, celebrates individuality in in comfortable, functional, and flattering opposition to fashion’s status quo. The apparel. She plans to accomplish this by imaginative juxtaposition of feminine designing her own line of riding and show florals and masculine plaids, paired with wear. Dani admits to being comfortable traditional equestrian elements, renders turning heads, and I would expect her our model appealingly free-spirited and soon-to-launch collection to do the same. unpredictable. In this issue, we also take a look Within the equestrian fashion-design at the expansion projects at Churchill realm there exists a unique list of criDowns, as record crowds plan to attend teria. There are governing competition the Kentucky Derby’s Run for the Roses. guidelines to adhere to as well as the We visit Hamilton Farm, the home of practicalities of function, comfort, and the U.S. Equestrian Team Foundation performance that must meld with the in Gladstone, New Jersey, discover the

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colorful century-old history of the Cheshire foxhounds in Brandywine, Pennsylvania, and travel to Haig Point, the Daufuskie Island community in South Carolina. Our whirlwind winter travels took the EQ team to breathtaking locations in and around Wellington, Florida, including Vero Beach, the location of the fabulous Windsor Charity Polo Cup. It was a consummate sporting event that encompassed exhilarating polo competition, endless people-watching, and everything else one comes to expect at a premier event. Our photography director, George Kamper, vividly captured the essence of the event along with the fascinating personalities in attendance, such as polo players Nacho Figueras and Salvatore Ferragamo. We can’t wait to introduce you to some of the inspiring equestrians we met on our recent travels. You can expect to meet them in upcoming issues. Like the aforementioned fashion rebels, we are inspired by people pushing boundaries. They motivate us to do the same. Looking ahead, we will be publishing our fifth-annual Equestrian Living Gold List. It’s time to vote for your favorites in an array of categories. The 2018 ballot is ready for you to cast your votes: eqliving.com/2018-gold-list-ballot/

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Churchill Downs’ SARAH CONTARDO shares a favorite cocktail and delicious peach recipe.

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PROSPECTOR’S JULEP AND BOURBON PICKLED PEACHES Prospector’s Julep Ingredients 2 ounces Woodford Reserve ¼ ounce Koval Ginger Liqueur* ¾–1 ounce lemon juice ½–¾ ounce honey syrup Mint leaves Preparation Place 8-10 mint leaves into the base of a julep cup. Add honey and lemon, muddle gently to release oils. Add ginger and Woodford. Fill with crushed ice. Garnish with large bouquet of mint tops and skewered candied ginger. *If we can’t use an outside ginger liqueur, we can make a ginger honey syrup or add juiced ginger to the mix. It’s a bit more prep, but executable. This recipe was created by celebrity mixologist and founder of Crafthouse Cocktails, Charles Joly– Cocktails for the Kentucky Derby.

Bourbon Pickled Peaches Ingredients 2 pounds fresh sliced peaches 1 pound granulated sugar 1 cup apple cider vinegar ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 1 cinnamon stick 4 whole cloves ½ cup water 1 cup orange juice ½ teaspoon vanilla ¼ cup bourbon Preparation In a medium sized sauce pot combine all ingredients and bring mixture to a boil. Turn heat down to a medium simmer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes to allow the peaches to cook. Place the mixture in a mixing bowl and wrap with plastic for a tight seal. Place in refrigeration over night or up to 7 days. The flavor gets better each day.

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Robert Dover began riding at the age of 13 and specialized in dressage at 19. He competed in every Olympic summer games between 1984 and 2004, winning four team bronze medals and also a team bronze at the 1994 World Equestrian Games. In 2013, he was named Technical Advisor/Chef d’Equipe of the U.S. Dressage Team. He will retire this year after the FEI World Equestrian Games in Tryon, North Carolina.

MEET THE CHEF D’EQUIPE Part Four of a Series.

ROBERT DOVER

SHANNON BRINKMAN

Each United States Equestrian Team is led by a Chef d’Equipe who is a combination leader, coach, and manager. Meet them in this series of features created in collaboration with US Equestrian.

think that American dressage—coming from of our dressage sport committee, began creating our the enormous country that defines it—is next four-year plan, “the Roadmap to the Top.” We growing in quality and depth at practically have clear goals for our USEF/USDF Emerging Athlete Program, now sponsored by Discover Dressage, for quantum speed. I believe the positive momenour youth and young horse divisions, so that they can tum over the past six years has been palpable enjoy world-class training and competitive results. Our to everyone in our community. Once the team development was given the program for U25 coaching staff (under age 25 at all levels riders) and develand a clear oping grand prix “Roadmap to combinations is the Podiums,” Meet the CHEF D’EQUIPE of the United States equally in great as well as shape thanks to the funding Dressage Team. support from and resources Akiko Yamazaki. needed to BY ROBERT DOVER WITH TUNY PAGE Finally, our achieve our depth at the elite annual markers, grand-prix level the Americans has never been stepped up to stronger, with the plate, as combinations they always have able to score from and always will. 74 percent to We are a over 80! nation that Our sights believes in fair are set for the play, but at the FEI World Cup end of the day, Dressage Finals we also want in Paris this to win. We are April, a great not afraid of European tour hard work and with our top sacrifice. That is eight athletes how so many of this summer, us, who moved and a fantastic show in Tryon at the World Equestrian overseas for years to train among the very best, came Games this September. to compete against and beat them on their own soil. I am forever thankful to our riders, coaches, trainers, The Rio 2016 Olympic Games proved once again owners, sponsors, grooms, US Equestrian staff, United that the United States is a world power in dressage. States Equrstrian Team Foundation, veterinarians, farriBut we will never rest on our laurels. Right after ers, specialists, and of course, the fans. We‘ve created winning our medals, our US Equestrian Federation an American “machine” that will take us forward into (US Equestrian) staff, led by director of sport, Will an increasingly successful future and ultimately to the Connell, and director of dressage, Hallye Griffin, highest Olympic podium! along with myself, our superb coaches, and members

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THE EXPERIMENT IN INTERNATIONAL LIVING

High-schoolers experience riding while immersed in the culture of MONGOLIA or ARGENTINA.

re you looking to give your child a once-in-a-lifetime experience? The Experiment in International Living offers a unique, lifeaffirming experience to high-school students through their carefully crafted travel packages to Argentina and Mongolia. Students can select from a range of activities in either Argentina or Mongolia, including a host of experiences like sleeping under the stars or helping renovate a school or orphanage. The trips represent an opportunity for personal growth and experiential learning within foreign cultures through an organization with more than 85 years of experience in showing more than 70,000 students the wonders of the world. Mitsuki, a student who spent a month in Mongolia experiencing the riches of another culture, said, “Coming from hectic New York City, I never saw anything as calm and open like the Gobi. I lost track of time, just looking out into the blue sky and never-ending desert.” For 2018, the programs feature elements that help build students’ confidence, in a secure environment. The students gain cultural, leadership, language, and college-prep skills. As well as experiencing the magical Gobi desert, the Mongolia trip (July 5– August 2) takes participants to Buddhist landmarks, including temples and meditation caves. They ride through majestic scenery and spend the night in a ger (a traditional felt-lined tent) under the desert sky. They are immersed in Mongolian culture through local host families,

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while learning to herd animals and cook traditional dishes along the way. A particular cultural highlight is a visit to the Naadam Festival to see traditional Mongolian horsemanship, wrestling, and archery competitions. There are multiple opportunities to ride horseback, but participants also get the chance to try their hand at camel riding in spectacular grassland scenery. If it’s South American culture that offers greater appeal, the Argentina program boasts a month of outdoor

activities, Spanish-language classes, and community service from July 4-31. It starts in Buenos Aires, where participants explore the city’s sights and architecture while learning Spanish. An integral part of any trip with the Experiment in International Living is a homestay with a local family. In Argentina, the two-week homestay is in Jujuy Colonial, where students undertake community projects such as volunteering at a center for children with developmental disabilities or helping to renovate an orphanage or school. The outdoor adventure includes camping, rafting, and roping cattle. Students discover the extraordinary vistas of both the Salinas Grandes, Argentina’s expansive 3,200-squaremile salt desert, and mountain scenery on horseback. Argentine cowboys, known as gauchos, prepare a traditional barbecue called an asado with steaks and local vegetables. Devin, who went on the Argentina program, said, “At first, I was nervous about trekking in Salta, but our group hiked a mountain together. Then we took a tour of La Caldera, played soccer with local children, visited a statue of Jesus, and rode bicycles.” Both programs from the Experiment in International Living offer a unique, safe, and educational way to see the world. They focus on immersive learning, and the students travel in groups of no more than 15 participants led by two carefully selected and trained adult group leaders. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 106

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MAKE FLYING A PLEASURE Travel by PRIVATE JET is growing more popular among equestrians.

ith the hassles of today’s air travel, more and more equestrian families have turned to flying charter, remaking travel to horse shows into a pleasant experience. Do you want to bring your dog? Skip the lines? Take off on your schedule? Not a problem. EQLiving spoke with Joe White, cofounder with Maya Saxena of Saxena White, a Boca Ration, Florida, law firm, about their travels.

Are both your families involved with horses?

Yes. Maya’s daughter, Mia, is 11, and my daughter, Isabella, is 10, and both ride. My other daughter, Nicole, rode as well. Maya has a farm in Wellington, Forget Me Not Farm, and the girls all ride there. We’ve been using Nicholas Air to get us to pony finals and shows around the circuit. Many people say that one of their favorite things about private flying is

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that it’s easy to bring your dog along. Do you have dogs?

We have many dogs, and yes, they travel. Two years ago at pony finals, we purchased white Lab puppies. Actually, we bought them two weeks before the pony finals show because the kids were in Kentucky for about a month, showing and practicing. So, we got the puppies, and brought them back to Florida for a couple weeks, then we went back to pony finals with them. So those little boys have been on Nicholas Air a few times. We have five dogs between us, and most of them have been on a plane. Did you use Nicholas Air to evacuate when hurricane Irma was on track to hit southern Florida?

We sure did! We had two flights. I took my family on one flight, and then we took Maya’s family and another business partner’s family out on a second plane. Commercial flight times were changing

constantly because of what was happening down here, and the airports were running out of gas. Nicholas Air was great throughout the whole process. Why did you choose Nicholas Air out of all of the many operators?

One of the things that attracted me to Nicholas Air—and I’m a private pilot myself—is that they have a very young fleet. Most of their aircraft are five years old or newer, so you’re getting the latest technology, both in the cockpit for the pilots and in the cabin for the passengers. Unlike some of the other options that are available in the charter market, you don’t want to be on a 20-year-old Cessna jet if you can have a 3-year-old Embraer Phenom that is much more comfortable, capable, and has a great safety track-record.

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Do you get to know the crew and pilots?

Yes, we see a lot of the same faces. Another benefit of Nicholas Air is that they have their own employee pilots. A lot of times, if you go through a service, and I’ve used other charter services, too, they just go out into the charter market, and they’ll procure a jet for you, and then whoever happens to be flying that jet is whom you’ll see that day. Most jets are in the charter market. Someone owns them, and they put them up for charter when they aren’t being used, and then you’ll randomly get paired up with a pilot. With Nicholas Air, you know that you’re getting pilots that have good recurrent training. They’re very comfortable with the aircraft; they’ve spent time in it. For example, my daughter was returning from camp in Pennsylvania, and I needed to have a plane go pick her up by herself. I knew who the pilot was days in advance. It was someone that we had worked with before, and I felt very comfortable that my young daughter would leave camp, get picked up, and then be flown to meet us in Kentucky for pony finals with the rest of the family. Otherwise, it would have been a much more difficult day for me to have to get up there to get her, but I had no concerns knowing that the pilot wasn’t a stranger. Companies like

You can’t beat the fact that you don’t have to get to the airport any earlier than five minutes before you want to take off.

quite frankly, as opposed to getting there two and a half hours early to get through security. Any final thoughts?

Nicholas Air, that have their own pilots, are few and far between. How about costs? For example, many equestrians live in the Northeast, and the dads often commute in the winter down to Wellington and back every weekend. If a few got together, would it cost much more than flying commercial?

If two or three of the dads who knew they were coming down got together and chartered the flight, it would save them a ton of time. They would have a lot more fun, and it really isn’t that expensive when you look at what the perhour cost is. Obviously, if these guys are footing the bill for the horse shows, they understand that their time is valuable, and when you get four or five extra hours back in a day, it can be wonderful, particularly on a weekend trip. We have a lot of friends who do that. Plus there are ways to write off certain portions of it. By the time you’re all said and done, you can’t beat the fact that you don’t have to get to the airport any earlier than five minutes before you want to take off,

When we started with Nicholas Air, they had a smaller fleet in terms of what their capabilities were, but they’ve since added larger aircraft that gives them the ability to fly farther. For example, they can fly us to ski country in the winter. I can safely say that we’ve never had any difficulty with the company. They’ve always been easy to work with; they’re extremely responsive. I don’t have any complaints. It’s not just the service; a lot of it, too, is just making sure the airplanes are in perfect working order. Plus, everything in the aircraft is comfortable for the kids, and you don’t have to worry about any safety issues because of their commitment to safety. Left to right 1. A Nicholas Air Citation Latitude. 2. Joe White cuddling Oscar, a puppy he got in Kentucky. 3. Mia at a Wellington horse show. 4. Mia riding Phillip in Charleston, South Carolina. 5. Maya’s Forget Me Not Farm. 6. On the way to Kentucky for pony finals. 7. Leo behaving well on the plane coming home from Kentucky pony finals. 8. Stefanie Mazer, the girls’ equestrian trainer from Forget Me Not Farm, and Mia. 9. Isabella White and one of her ponies. 10. Isabella and Nicole White, Samantha Palermo, and Mia Green at a horse show in Venice, Florida. 11. Isabella relaxing at annual pony finals in Lexington, Kentucky. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 106

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Loxahatchee Groves - 11 Acre equestrian property with a 3-bedroom home all with ensuite baths & walk-in closets. There are 2 stables totaling 17 stalls, air conditioned feed and tack room, fly system, filtered water to each stall, 12 paddocks & oversized riding arena, 4 RV hookups. Prime location, 1 block over the Wellington line. Offered at $1,950,000

Las Palmas Equestrian - 5.16 acres, this is the last vacant lot left in this premiere gated enclave of equestrian estates. The lot is Located at the cul de sac of the street and the perimeter is already fenced. A private location, yet just minutes to all of Wellington's equestrian competition venues. A great escape for both you and your horses. Offered at $1,200,000

Versailles - Lovely 2 story lakefront home with the master and 1 guest bedroom on the ground floor. 3 bedrooms, loft area and theatre upstairs. Large cook’s kitchen with center-island kitchen with prep sink, Viking gas cooking, Wolf double ovens, warming drawer, subzero refrigerator and two dishwashers. Stunning pool and patio with summer kitchen - perfect for entertaining. Offered at $999,000

Equestrian Club - Beautiful 6BR lakefront home with a large backyard & private resort style pool. Center-island kitchen with new stainless steel appliances & gas cooking. Freshly painted inside & out and new tile floors. Large master suite with screened balcony overlooking the pool and lake. The home also boasts a whole house generator & 6 infrared security cameras. Gated subdivision in a prime Wellington location with great schools. Offered at $799,000

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Natures Point - 10 Acre equestrian estate with direct bridle path access & within true hacking distance to WEF. 5 BR, 7 BA pool home with top quality detail & finishes. 14 stall center-aisle stable with 3 staff apts, 10 grass paddocks, round pen, sand riding arena & grass grand prix field. Offered at $11,900,000

Aspen Glen - Private 15 acre custom designed home with top equestrian facilities, 11 stalls, riding arena, underground watering system, hot walker & round pen. The main residence features cathedral ceilings, fireplaces with floor to ceiling stone chimney, wood & marble floors, elevator, screened balconies & infinity pool with private water vistas. Offered at $11,000,000 - SOLD

Southfields - Perfect equestrian enclave on 3.74 acres in a prime location, easy access to bridle paths & within hacking distance to the IPC & WEF showgrounds. Immaculate 4BR, 4.5 Bth home boasting a cabana guest suite. 12 Stall courtyard barn complete with 8 paddocks & riding arena, brick pavered aisle-ways, tongue and groove ceilings. Adjacent 11 acres available. Offered at $4,950,000

Palm Beach Point - 5 acre contemporary 4BR, 4.5BA home with beautiful natural light, new impact windows & doors, center island kitchen, gas cooking, fireplace, private outdoor entertaining areas, herb garden & 65" lap pool. Stunning half-circle, courtyard barn with riding arena, grass turnout paddocks and up to 12 stalls allowed. Offered at $4,750,000

40 Acre Equestrian Facility- This property has every amenity a horse person could desire: 3 BR owner's residence with pool, 58 Stalls, covered 90' x 225' arena, 2 outdoor arenas, round pen, exercise walker, large paddocks and room for a stick & ball field or grand prix field. Plus, 4Br/2Bth guest cottage and a club house with meeting room, dining and locker facilities. Prime location just minutes to downtown Stuart, the beaches and 1 hour to Wellington. Offered at $3,950,000

Loxahatchee Groves - This 12 acre equestrian property consists of eight buildable parcels with a 4BR/2BR residence and a stable. Located in Loxahatchee Groves on F Road, 2 blocks off of Southern Blvd. across from Wellington's Big Blue Trace. Surrounded by premium equestrian estates such as Cypress Creek Polo, Oak Tree Farm Stables, Vinceramos Riding Center. Reduced $350,000. Offered at $1,600,000

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A behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of high-level international equestrian sport, and JACK LE GOFF’S extremely successful training philosophy.

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ouis Le Goff was now a career army man in the French Cavalry and would work his way up the ladder to fully fledged officer. Shortly after this he met and married my mother Marie-Ange and in 1931 I was born in Normandy where my father was stationed. In 1936, my father had a chance to attend the Cadre Noir in Saumur and at the same time was given the opportunity to go to Tunisia, then a protectorate of France, to be on the staff of the Bey Guard (the equivalent of the Horse Guards in Britain). While he had always intended to make the Cadre Noir his goal, my father felt he could do that later, and elected to go to Tunis where, when not involved in official duties, he played a lot of polo, rode racehorses and show jumpers, and had a whale of a time. He developed a deep interest in the native Barb horses and the Arab/Barb crosses, especially since there were races specifically for the Arab horses, run under French racing rules and in which my father avidly took part. There is no doubt that his years in the army were the best of his life—in fact, I think that was the best time of all of our lives, including my mother and me. We lived in the city of Tunis where my father’s position in the army entitled us to a lovely house that included two stalls for the horses. Mother had a fatma, a woman who served as a maid to the household and it was here that my little brother Pierre was born. The Bey Guard was headquartered quite close, and Father would ride his horses in the morning to keep them conditioned and then fulfill his commitments as an army officer. He played polo for North

Africa for a while and used some Arab horses and some Arabs with a little Barb in them, which made them very sturdy, clever, and extremely fast. He also enjoyed gliding. Gliding, known as “soaring” in the United States, has universal appeal. Gliding or soaring is motorless flight, using a sailplane and natural occurring atmospheric phenomena, called “LIFT,” to gain altitude and stay aloft. Gliders, or more correctly, sailplanes are often described as motorless airplanes and were used extensively in World War II to transport troops and equipment silently behind enemy lines. THE WAR

Louis Jean “Jack” Le Goff was a French equestrian, best known as the coach of the American eventing team from 1970 to 1984. With an astounding 18 medals in 8 international championships and team gold medals at the Olympic Games in 1976 and 1984, Le Goff created the standard by which modern-day equestrian teams are measured.

But in 1939, this enjoyable life came to an end with the outbreak of World War II in Europe. The family did not return to France and my father never got to fulfill his dream of the Cadre Noir. France was occupied by the German army of Adolph Hitler. Interestingly enough, in the peace accord between the Germans and Mussolini (the Italians were allied with the Germans) there was a clause that the North African French Army, meaning Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, would remain neutral and would not take sides and fight against the Germans or the Italians. The armistice accord signed by the Germans and the French Vichy government allowed for a very limited number of officers to be stationed there, which was much fewer than the number of officers that in fact existed. To comply with these restrictions, the French disguised the commissioned officers as warrant officers so that they could remain in North Africa. Of course, it was understood by all that as soon as the war was over the officers would return to their original ranks. Continued on page 28

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The Germans did not occupy Tunisia, but would spot check from time to time to see that the accord was being respected. We continued to live in Tunis rather than return to France, and there was a great deal of sadness upon hearing that all our furniture and possessions there had been stolen or burned during the German occupation. We never did know precisely what happened, and life was extremely hard throughout this time, but at least the family was together. In 1943, father was transferred to Meknes in Morocco and on the way we stopped overnight in Algiers. The city of Algiers reminds me of San Francisco; it is a lovely city, which sits on a hill overlooking the bay.

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find out. He was told that the Americans had just landed. No one knew that they were supposed to land that night and the local military thought they were being invaded so fired some warning shots. All that stopped when they realized it was the U.S. Army and the people were then very welcoming to the U.S. soldiers. Father was told to keep going to Morocco

e were wakened in the middle of the night by gunshots and tracing bullets seemed to be flying everywhere. Tracing bullets have lights and bear a close resemblance to fireworks which to a 12-year-old was pretty exciting and made such an impression I still remember the scene vividly to this day. At daybreak, we were amazed to see the bay filled with American warships bunched very tightly together. Each ship had a cable attached to a balloon flying high in the air, and I found out that this was to prevent the German planes diving on the ships and firing on the crews. There was no way they could get close enough without getting tangled in the cables. American soldiers were out in their GMC trucks throwing chewing gum at the children who had no idea what it was having never seen it before. Father wondered what on earth had happened so went to the military headquarters to

Riding as a child. (Courtesy of Jack Le Goff ) With his first U.S. team. L-R: Bruce Davidson and Plain Sailing; Jim Wofford and Kilkenny; Kevin Freeman and Good Mixture; Jim Powers (reserve) and Foster; Mike Plumb and Free and Easy. (By Fifi Coles)

and join his unit there, which he dutifully did. In Morocco, my father was assigned to the 5th Spahis Mounted Regiment of Morocco, which was made up of 90 percent native Moroccans. Strangely enough, the regiment was sent back to Tunisia from where my father had just traveled.

The cavalry soldiers joked that they and their horses were going to stop Rommel and his tanks coming up from Libya. Fortunately for them, Rommel had already been stopped by British troops under General Montgomery. Mother, my brother Pierre, and I stayed in Meknes with a very harsh time ahead of us. From 1943 to the end of the war, my father’s regiment spent almost three years traveling on horseback from Tunisia to Italy, back through France and then north to land in Germany. The North African Army had joined forces with the British and Americans to fight the Germans and two North African Spahis regiments served on horseback throughout World War II: my father’s—the 5th Regiment of Spahis, and an Algerian Spahis Regiment. Today it might sound a little outdated but it was the way of strategic warfare then. Riders were sent out on reconnaissance ahead of the armored divisions to report what they found. This meant the tanks did not have to expose themselves until they knew what was ahead and it worked very well. During the recent conflict with Afghanistan it was suggested that the U.S. Army consider using horses once again because the arid, mountainous terrain was mostly suited to access by horseback. Not such a farfetched idea. HARD TIM ES

During the time my father was fighting across Italy and France, my mother, my little brother, and I were left in Morocco. This was a time of great hardship, as there was very little money and even less food. It wasn’t that people couldn’t afford the food, although that would probably have been the case; it was simply that there wasn’t much food to be had because the Germans occupying France had cut off the food supply. We had been allowed Continued on page 92

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1. Tom Dixon’s Quartz diffuser. A warm, woody scent emanates from the hand-blown vessel. $115. 2. Rupi Kaur’s long-awaited second collection of poetry focuses on growth and healing. $16.99. 3. Gift mom a glossy chic shade of Tom Ford’s nail laquer. $36. 4. Ugg’s Coquette slipper is crafted from plush sheepskin. $120. 5. The cozy Turkish cotton bathrobe from Parachute is the ultimate choice for relaxation. $99. 6. The basic PJ set from Gisele. $120. 7. Joya collaborated with Max Poglia to create the Affumicata porcelain candle with custom brass horse lid. $135. 8. Hesperides Grapefruit Eau De Parfum by Fresh is a medley of intoxicating citruses housed in an artisanal bottle. $90.

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CHARITY POLO CUP IS THE SIGNATURE HIGH-GOAL CHARITY POLO MATCH OF THE SEASON.

The rugged stars of the Windsor Charity Polo Cup.

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ebruary’s Windsor Charity Polo Cup is a biennial event at Windsor, a private sporting-club community on a barrier island in Vero Beach, Florida. Established in 1989, the community spans 425 acres between the Indian River and the Atlantic Ocean and was designed by renowned town planners Andrés Duany and Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk in the new urbanism style of residential living. It offers public and private spaces framed by timeless architecture and landscape design that celebrates the tropical and unspoiled setting.

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Hilary M. Weston, co-founder and creative director of Windsor and former lieutenant governor of Ontario, was joined by Salvatore Ferragamo, grandson of the esteemed Italian footwear designer and leader of his family’s expanding wine business, as the event’s honorary co-chairs. Recognized as the signature high-goal charity polo match of the season, the event, attended by more than 2,000 people from around the world, provides support to individuals and their families who are struggling with an Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s diagnosis and researchers looking for cures. Funds are

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Nacho Figueras and Delfina Blaquier.

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n addition to the world-class polo match, the day included a tailgate competition judged by J. McLaughlin, with the winner receiving a $500 J. McLaughlin gift card. The festivities included a Windsor junior polo team demonstration, a Porsche concours, a specialty retail shopping village, and a performance by 15 members of Vero Beach Pipe and Drums. In the VIP tent, more than 800 match attendees enjoyed an elegant field-side champagne luncheon designed by Windsor Executive Chef Robert Meitzer. Other eventgoers enjoyed picnicking in the festive tailgating area or viewed the match from grandstand seating. The specialty retail village, returning by popular demand for its second year, featured a curated selection of pop-up boutiques with products available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds was donated to the event charities. Included in the village were luxury jewelry pieces from Maria Canale and Tamara Comolli; gifts, fragrances, and accessories designed by India Hicks; emerging-designer pieces from Michelle Farmer Collaborate; polo-inspired apparel by Stick & Ball; gifts and accessories from Belle Cose; and the new 2018 Winter Resort collection from J. McLaughlin. A lucky event-participant won the featured raffle prize, a Maria Canale starburst-medallion, diamond-drop necklace and earrings set valued at $50,000. Other exciting raffle prizes included Valentino and Chloe handbags donated by Holt Renfrew; Elite Airways round-trip tickets; a Costa d’Este hotel package; golf, equestrian, and dining experiences; and fashion, jewelry, and accessories. Equestrian Living magazine is the national media sponsor of the Windsor Charity Polo Cup. Other luxury brands and corporate business sponsors included CBRE Group, Inc., PNC Bank, Mercedes-Benz/Porsche/Audi of Melbourne, Château d’Esclans, Falasiri Oriental Rugs, Stick & Ball, J. McLaughlin, Casa Dragones, Laurent-Perrier, Maria Canale, Ingersoll-Rand, and Sysco.

Equestrian Living’s Joyce Jones, Stephanie Peters, and C.W. Medinger with Beauty For Real’s Leslie Munsell.

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distributed equally to the national Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research and to the Alzheimer and Parkinson Association of Indian River County. A world-class roster of international players participated, directed by Windsor director of equestrian operations, Max Secunda. A new player this year was international polo player and model Ignacio “Nacho” Figueras. The two teams battled in one of the fastest and most exciting matches in the event’s history. Team Pezuñas Caliente was the winner, with a final score of 9-8. Team Pezuñas Caliente was captained by Nacho Figueras, and Team Falasiri was captained by Rodrigo Andrade.

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Joan and Jay McLaughlin.

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Nacho Figueras, Hilary Weston, Salvatore Ferragamo.

The specialty retail village.

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Salvatore Ferragamo, Galen Weston, John Walsh.

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Fifteen members of Vero Beach Pipe and Drums performed.

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The Featured Mustangs I would like to acknowledge the plight of these mustangs and the importance of protecting their place in our national heritage. These intelligent, fast learners, and loyal partners are in need of support from the equestrian community. The Mustang Heritage Foundation holds events where professional trainers are given 100 days to train and compete on their mustangs. Afterwards, pre-approved bidders can purchase one of these trained mustangs at auction. The mustangs can also be purchased from the Bureau of Land Management Internet Adoption Program. Please be aware that these horses are completely wild. They should only be purchased by skilled trainers or students who are working directly with qualified mentors/training programs. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Ronda Ann Gregorio Mustang trainer and rescuer

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Out with the monotony of stuffy show clothes, in with the comfort and freedom of being yourself.

urning heads is part of the fun for show jumper Danielle Goldstein. Success in the ring is the goal, but to Dani, there’s no reason we all need to look identical or be uncomfortable doing it. “I had pink hair, and then I had blue hair, and I was trying to think of what I wanted to do next. I wanted to do something fun,” Dani told the EQLiving team as the camera shutter clicked. At the World Equestrian Festival (WEF) in Wellington, Florida, her vibrant hairstyles have become a brilliant point in a sea of helmets and blazers. “We were looking at pictures of extensions and things and I saw a feather,” she continued. “And I thought, What if I put feathers in?”

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She started buying feathers online and in stores in New York and Europe. She crafts pieces from the loose feathers, spending hours to combine over 500 individual feathers into her stunning and unique look. “It’s been almost five months so far,” Dani explained. “I get it refurbished about once a month. We reset it and add some new feathers. But it’s really easy to take care of; I wash it normally and it dries faster than my own hair.”

er feathers have become a talking point at this year’s WEF, especially after her breathtaking win in the second five-star grand prix of the season. In front of a packed crowd, Dani’s feathers flowed from under her helmet as she and her 12-year-old chestnut mare, Lizziemary, took the win in a tight race with big names in the class, including Jessica Springsteen, McLain Ward, and Eric Lamaze. “My horse had a big summer and jumped the European championships, so I was a little easy on her in the fall, because I was building her up for

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Danielle Goldstein was victorious riding Lizziemary in the $384,000 Rolex Grand Prix at the 2018 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington.

the five-stars here,” Dani told Noelle Floyd after the class. “I thought she came out here tonight and jumped beautifully. I was thrilled with her.”

aised in New York City, Goldstein began her love affair with horses as a child when a friend invited her to ride a pony. She was instantly hooked. She competed in her first grand prix at the age of 16 and won both individual and team gold medals in the North American Young Rider Championships that same year. After graduating from Duke University, she took over management of Starwyn Farms in Wellington. She competes under the Israeli flag, having acquired citizenship while living there with family and friends in 2010. “I always wanted to represent Israel internationally,” Dani told Nanna Nieminen of World of Showjumping. “It means a lot for me. I think it’s important to try and do something good for a country that does not get so much positive attention, and I feel a deep connection to the place.” Goldstein intends to take an Israeli team to the

World Equestrian Games in Tryon this September and has been working to develop a string of Israeli show jumpers, with her sights set on representing Israel at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. She is moving quickly toward her goal of becoming the first female Israeli show jumper to compete at the Olympics.

n addition to her mounting successes in the ring, she’s become known around the horse world for her playful style. “I always had an interest in fashion, and I’ve had my own style in everything in my life. I’ve always been off-center, you could say,” she laughed, as she turned her head toward the camera and the photo shoot continued. “But the last year or so, I got really fed up with riding clothes being uncomfortable and unflattering, especially because we’re forced to wear white all day long when white is not so forgiving for women. I got frustrated with it. I want to feel good when I walk around the show, so I thought, How can I feel sexy? How can I feel empowered and comfortable

and still be within the rules? I started to become more playful. It sort of evolved.” Last summer, a friend of Dani’s came to her with the same frustrations with equestrian fashion. Together they decided they would create their own line to address the lack of comfortable, functional, flattering show-clothes available. Danielle handled the designing, while her friend arranged for manufacturing and production. The I HAD PINK HAIR AND THEN I HAD company is called Vermogen, a Dutch BLUE HAIR, AND I WAS TRYING TO word used in the THINK OF WHAT I WANTED TO DO jumping world to NEXT. I WANTED TO DO SOMEdescribe scope and power. THING FUN. “We started developing things. I bought an iPad and just started drawing,” said Goldstein. “We thought, How do we include modern fashion ideas in sporty clothing, the trend of leisurewear, and functionality for horse wear? “We’re going to start with a 10-item collection of competition wear.” Danielle continued. continued on page 56 A PRIL/MAY | 201 8 | EQ L I V I NG .CO M | 5 3

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“That’s really where we feel the hole is. There are a lot of leggings and exercise wear you could put on just to ride around. I ride in my yoga pants every day. But to have flattering show wear that’s functional is really difficult.”

he collection is set to include riding pants, shirts, and three competition jackets. “We’re really trying to go outside the box when it comes to the design,” Dani added. “We’re including phone pockets. We’re going to have built in sports bras in the shirts. We want them to have functionality. One piece: no hardware, no zippers.” HOW CAN I FEEL EMPOWOne of the jackets is designed to ERED AND COMFORTABLE be pulled over your AND STILL BE WITHIN THE head, like a sweatRULES? shirt. Another is made of stretch lace. “It’s going to be see-through, super comfortable, easy, just throw it in the wash and roll it up in a ball, 56 | E Q UE S T R I A N L I V I N G | AP RI L / MAY | 2018

it takes up no space,” Dani explained. “The collection’s leggings will have seams and lines designed to be flattering on women of all sizes, shapes, and ages.” Also, the pair have decided to set their price point much lower than the average show clothing line. “We want it to be accessible to I ALWAYS HAD AN INTEREST everyone,” Goldstein continued. “Not an IN FASHION, AND I’VE HAD MY astronomical cost for OWN STYLE IN EVERYTHING something that you IN MY LIFE. don’t even wear that often. We also have a lot of different mesh fabrics, lace and things, and we’re going to make the pants and the shirts so that you can buy sets, so you can match a bit if you want. “The whole idea is just to have clothing that feels great, makes us looks great, and is functional and within the rules,” concluded Dani. If the clothes give wearers just a hint of the breezy freedom that Dani exudes, they’re sure to be a hit. A PRIL/MAY | 201 8 | EQ L I V I NG .CO M | 5 7

FA SHIO N ’ S

FITTING ADDITIONS Established equestrian brands are launching into exciting new directions. BY RENEE SPURGE | LA SADDLERY

Left: The royal blue, four-button Performance One jacket made in Italy by EGO7 features fauxleather or alcantara collar and trim details. Available in six colors. $599. Shown with long-sleeved white competition shirt ($198) and white FG Dressage breeches. $299. Right: The leather Bucket Bag by Adi Kissilevich will appeal for its distinctive materials and details. The bag can be carried as a crossbody, over the shoulder, or by hand from its hand-stitched leather-bit handle. $665.

questrian fashion hits of its brand on the rise, EGO7 jumped a new stride this year as in with both booted feet and recently several brands use their launched an equestrian clothing line. A experience and innovation self-proclaimed Zara of equestrian fashto launch expanded collecion, it took a proven concept and created tions of riding and lifestyle a collection inspired by the most popular apparel. The trend seems almost inevitatrends in Italian riding apparel, with a ble, as brands become hint of that EGO attiincreasingly comtude, once again at a “In order to be irreplaceable, petitive in this global more judicious price one must always be different.” market. Designers point. Its Performance —Coco Chanel need to keep their cusOne Riding Jacket, tomers captivated with shown opposite in a artistry, style, and an identifiable silhoulively blue, is a perfect complement to ette, even if that means designing outside the boot line. The classic Italian cut of of an established genre. the coat is counterbalanced by the edgy Three years ago, EGO7 launched a faux-leather collar and trimmed pockets. line of boots in the style of Italian boot I’ve recently found a high-fashion craftsmanship, with a modern edge and bag and accessory line inspired by the at an accessible price point. Breaking equestrian world that actually feels into a competitive market with big hitauthentic to the true equestrian. Any one ters like Ariat and Parlanti was no easy of the stunning bags from designer Adi task; however, the company delivered on Kissilevich appeals to me as a natural its promise and riders across the globe companion in my horse life or my regular have taken notice. With the popularity life, which, to be honest, for horse people Continued on page 62 A PRIL/MAY | 201 8 | EQ L I V I NG .CO M | 5 9

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This spread: EGO7: 1. The long-sleeved polo is crafted from soft, moisture-wicking fabric and features cotton cuff and collar detail with full-button closure. $119. Shown with FG Dressage breeches. $299. 2. Detail of the four-button Elegance Jacket. Slightly shorter than the Performance One Jacket, it features piping and a flattering, back-waist detail. Available in seven colors. $649. 3. The EJ Jumper breeches are made from the same moisture-wicking materials as the FG Dressage breeches, featuring a four-way stretch, moisturewicking material. Knee grip and laser finished leg opening seam add extra comfort. $279. Shown with EGO7 black bomber jacket ($289) and paddock boots. $189. 4. Short-sleeved polo in contrasting colors, available in navy, white, black, and gray, is made from a four-way stretch, moisture-wicking material. $109. Pictured with FG Dressage breeches ($299) and EGO7 Orion field boot. Designed in Italy and made with luxurious leather, they are true riderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boots. Highly customizable and available in field or dress. $499.

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This spread: ADI KISSILEVICH 1. The Pelham Backpack sport edition in red. This sophisticated bag offers a detachable and adjustable shoulder strap. Optimal for laptops and tablets. $515. 2. Silk in Love scarves in navy, red, and cream blend fantasy and femininity and pay tribute to the brandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s metallic signatures. $245. 3. The All-day Clutch bag in orange is a classic and essential accessory. It Includes a chain wallet and a removable shoulder strap, transforming it into a glamorous must-have. $780. 4. The Hackamore Bag sport edition in bottle green and brown, a timeless bag with plenty of space, is composed of cotton canvas and reinforced with top-quality leather. $360. 5. The Halter Travel Bag in brown is a great companion for any lifestyle. The bag can be carried in hand, over the shoulder, or as a crossbody with its detachable strap. $875.

are usually the same thing. I particularly love the weight of her bags. The use of custom hardware and bits paired with the suppleness of Italian leather or softness of nylon make for a substantially bold look without appearing pretentiously equestrian. To me this is one of the few designer collections that transcends the fad of equestrian lifestyle and is simply timeless style.

nother company that has thrown its hat (or in this case helmet) into the equestrian fashion arena is the highly esteemed Samshield. Coming off its huge success with the 2017 launch of the sensational Miss Shield helmet, Samshield has proven to be unstoppable with its original clothing collection, launching this year. With so many exquisite clothing lines being produced out of Europe from established apparel designers, I was skeptical if a helmet company could successfully translate its image into equestrian fashion. Let me be the first to tell you that the few images shown on the next spread are a mere teaser to what Samshield has accomplished, particularly in regards to its breeches. These are the best designer breeches I have seen in my 14 years of working in this industry. They are authentically different from anything on the market today, and they truly capture the essence of the Samshield helmet and brand in their thoughtful details. Like European brands before them, Samshield also wants to conquer the U.S. hunter/equitation market. The companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic three-button Alix hunt coat will definitely meet this marketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exacting standards. The fit is spot on, and despite its modern technical fabric, it emanates old-school hunter style.

Equiline has taken a different bridle path and translated its ability to combine function, comfort, and beauty into a full line of saddles. I have no doubt the technology, materials, and craftsmanship embody the same luxury and innovation that is synonymous with the Equiline brand. It, too, has embraced our hunter/ equitation community by providing our conservative clan with not only a beautifully tailored hunt coat and derby shad but also the perfect hunter saddle to complement your horse and your show ensemble.

n the other side of the fashion pond, one of the darlings in the equestrian fashion world has thrown its line in with the big fish of everyday apparel. Asmar Equestrian, which built an equestrian lifestyle dynasty around a perfectly designed raincoat, seems to be up to the task with this stunning, minimalistic collection of fine apparel. The clean lines and casual elegance of each piece stays true to its design principles, while its fabric choices and color palette offer a lightness that lends itself to an

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everyday spring collection outside the horse stables. Asmar is also following the current trend of colored coats. The company’s drop-dead gorgeous, olive London Show Jacket is runway-ready, form-fitting, and

“The hardest thing in fashion is not to be known for a logo, but to be known for a silhouette.” —Giambattista Valli

extremely lightweight, making it my favorite spring coat for 2018. And this is only the beginning of a full line up of exciting new fashion in 2018. With the Longines New York Masters just around the corner, and of course the World Equestrian Games this fall, expect to see the unexpected from all of your favorite designers and be on the lookout for the next it brand. A few things to have on your radar: Winston Equestrian’s hunter shadbelly and new children’s show coat, AtelierCG fashion tees, and a stunning line of leather goods and jewelry from Des-ori Horse. Stay tuned, and, of course, stay fashionable.

This Page: SAMSHIELD 1. Samshield V2 gloves in blue. $58. Hortense breeches in beige are also available in white, taupe, and navy. $369. Breeches are paired with Victorine light-blue jacket and also available in navy and black. $699. 2. Samshield Custom Miss Shield premium helmet in top shimmer black. $911. Also available in shadow matte in black, blue, and brown. $731. Apoline shirt in white. $189. Shown with the Victorine light blue jacket. $699.

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This Page: EQUILINE 3. The customizable MacKenzie Hunter Shadbelly in black. Also available in navy, gray, and brown. $1,299. 4. The Scott Stewart Signature Saddle features all of Equiline’s premier technologies, coupled with traditional Italian craftsmanship and classic American hunter styling. Made with Italian calfskin leather, it is designed for the hunter enthusiast but easily transferable across multiple equestrian disciplines. Price upon request. 5. The classic threebutton Haley hunter/ equitation show coat in navy ($879) pairs nicely with the Victoria show shirt in technical fabric and proper cotton collar and cuffs. $235. 6. Scott Stewart with his signature saddle wears Grafton men’s breeches ($340) and the David show shirt. $199.

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This spread: NOEL ASMAR 1. The lightweight tailored London Show Jacket, available this spring in olive, features chrome buttons and white piping along the lapels and pocket flaps. It also includes a hidden zipper closure for a secure and flattering fit. $348.Â Shown with the Costa Cooling Show Shirt ($178) and the Classic Knee Patch breeches in white, with stocking bottom and fauxsuede knee patch. $240. 2. Available in navy and black, the new Westminster Show Jacket boasts light-grey piping on the lapel and pocket flaps. Chrome button covers and flattering zipper offer a streamlined fit. $368.

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3. Asmarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open, ankle length Desiree Cardigan with deeppatch front pockets is easily dressed up or down making it a wardrobe essential. Available in luna and black. $215. 4. The ethereal maxi Rue dress features a, highlow bottom hem with delicate straps that tie in the back for an adjustable fit. The feminine silhouette is ideal for an exotic getaway or romantic summer evening. Available in white, rosa, and black. $348. 5. The Aurora dress is an easy-to-wear maxidress with thick tank sleeves and a high collar. A stylish rear keyhole adds an extra design flare. Available in black and steel blue. $215.

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THE GRE ATEST T WO MINUTES IN SPORTS HISTORIC CHURCHILL DOWNS IS RACING TO THE FUTURE.

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he Kentucky Derby is the most exciting and glamorous sporting event in the world. But beyond being the globeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most legendary horse race, the derby is a celebration of the best of American and Southern tradition. For this reason, a trip to Churchill Downs for the greatest two minutes in sports has continued to grow in popularity throughout its 143-year history and remains a bucketlist event for people all over the world. While its rich traditions and history make the Kentucky Derby iconic, Churchill Downsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tradition of change has helped drive its success and make it the spectacle it is today. From shortening the raceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distance in 1896 to more recently completing millions of dollars of construction and renovation, the derby has continued to grow while honoring the integrity of the race originally set forth when the derby was founded. A PRIL/MAY | 201 8 | EQ L I V I NG .CO M | 6 9

The first clubhouse at Churchill Downs.

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The grandstand in 1922.

The Kentucky Derby is the oldest continuously held sporting event in North America, having been run every single year at Churchill Downs since it was founded in 1875. Meriwether Lewis Clark, grandson of famed Lewis-and-Clark explorer William Clark, founded the derby after traveling to England in 1872, where he attended the Epsom Derby and met the French Jockey Club, inspiring him to create a spectacle horse race in the United States. In 1874 Clark’s uncles gave him land to build a racetrack, and Clark rounded up a group of racing fans known as the Louisville Jockey Club to raise money for construction. On May 17th, 1875, the racetrack opened for the first Kentucky Derby. Fifteen three-year-old Thoroughbred horses raced 1½ miles in front of approximately 10,000 spectators.

internationally broadcast, and the winner was the first to be draped in a garland of roses. The first local telecast of the derby took place in 1949, and only three years later the derby was broadcast on national television to as many as 15 million viewers.

ne of Churchill Downs’ most iconic changes took place in its first 20 years to accommodate growing crowds: A 285-foot grandstand embellished with the famous twin spires greeted derby guests for the first time in 1895. The following years introduced many of the derby’s famous traditions. Celebrities began to attend in the early 1900s; the red rose became the official flower in 1902; the derby was established as a premier sporting event in 1915 when its name splashed across the country’s newspapers as Regret became the first filly to win. In 1919, Sir Barton was the first winner of what would later be coined the Triple Crown, winning the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes. This led to permanently scheduling the derby for the first Saturday in May, starting in 1931. The media began to play a bigger role in 1925, when 6 million listeners tuned in to the first network radio broadcast for what a sports columnist coined Run for the Roses. In 1932 the race was

Churchill Downs’ new luxury suites will feature indoor lounge seating with a bar and a private, tiered balcony that overlooks the start of the Kentucky Derby at the top of the homestretch.

hroughout all of this, Churchill Downs continued to expand to accommodate the growing size of derby crowds, which by now have reached a record 170,000. A tunnel was constructed in 1938 to connect the field inside the track with the grandstand, creating an infield where fans could enjoy the race and where the derby winner’s circle stands today. Millionaires Row was introduced in 1966, starting a long period of construction of premium seating that continues today. In 2005, a sweeping $121 million clubhouse renovation added luxury suites, outdoor boxes, and breathtaking balconies. This has been followed by an additional $250 million in expansions and upgrades that are still taking place today. These include major enhancements to a number of the track’s premium dining areas, additional balconies, renovation of the pagoda, construction of new boxes and seating along the rail, and improved parking lots, just to name a few. Currently, Churchill Downs is building the new Starting Gate Suites to open for the derby in 2018. This $37 million structure will feature three floors of individual suites, along with dining and event space. The new luxury suites will feature indoor lounge seating with a bar and a private, tiered balcony that overlooks the start of the Kentucky Derby at the top of the homestretch. These individual suites will be able to accommodate groups of various sizes. The construction and upgrades throughout the history of Churchill Downs have ensured there’s a place for everyone at the Kentucky Derby, whether picnicking in the infield or enjoying fine dining on a private balcony with breathtaking views of the race. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 106 A PRIL/MAY | 201 8 | EQ L I V I NG .CO M | 7 1

Mr. Stewart’s

CHESHIRE FOXHOUNDS The pristine valley spotted nearly 100 years ago remains virtually the same idyllic setting for today’s Cheshire Hunt.

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Plunket Stewart set his heart on having the best pack of foxhounds, his own country to hunt over, and his own hunt. It was his motivating force in 1910 and ’11 when he lived in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with his wife and children. Having enjoyed many days foxhunting with the Radnor Hounds, as well as with Charles Mather’s Brandywine

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Hounds and many other packs, he spent hours scouting country in his touring car while driving the back roads of southeastern Pennsylvania. Legend has it that he pulled over to a small parking spot at the top of a hill one day and looked across the expanse of valley before him and knew he had found his ideal hunting country. Mather granted him permission to claim the area that formerly had been considered Brandywine country. The valley Stewart saw that day remains virtually unchanged today, and that parking spot is now the Kennel Lawn, where horses and hounds often meet, most notably with hundreds of admirers every Thanksgiving. The hunt’s first pack of American hounds was bought from a farmer nearby, but Stewart soon began importing hounds from England. The pack was

named the Cheshire after the English pack from the County of Cheshire. Eventually it was named Mr. Stewart’s Cheshire Foxhounds to distinguish it from the English hunt. Before long he had an enviable pack of English foxhounds and was building a fine reputation for his hunt. Tireless in his pursuit to grow and open wide his hunting domain, Stewart bought up farm after farm. He removed wire and replaced it with post-and-rail and turned planted fields back to turf to provide the perfect jumping and galloping country. He regularly invited friends from far and wide to enjoy a week of hunting with Cheshire. Eventually many of these guests became landowners, buying farms from the master and establishing hunt boxes in Cheshire country.

Legend has it that he pulled over to a small parking spot at the top of a hill one day and looked across the expanse of valley before him and knew he had found his ideal hunting country.

By the early 1930s, Stewart married the recently widowed Carol Harriman Penn Smith. Avid foxhunters, Carol and her young daughters, Nancy and Avie Penn Smith, moved from Long Island to his home. Stewart’s greatest success in providing hunting land was enticing Robert Kleberg of King Ranch fame to buy Lammot du Pont’s 5,200-acre farm with the lure of prime cattle grazing land. When the King Ranch came to town with its Santa Gertrudis cattle, the Cheshire Hunt became more of a foxhunter’s dream than ever imagined. Eventually the King Ranch doubled its original land holdings there, and over 15-square miles was open to hunting. Both the young Penn Smith girls loved to hunt, but it was Nancy who became her stepfather’s protégé. She knew the hounds and the breeding program. In 1945, not long after marrying John B. Hannum, she became Stewart’s co-master. She also organized the first Cheshire point-to-point at Chesterland that spring. When her mother died suddenly in November 1949, followed less than two months later by her stepfather, it was Nancy Penn Smith Hannum who became lady master of Stewart’s Cheshire Foxhounds.

ancy’s reputation and that of her pack of English hounds grew and grew. Breeding the finest hounds and producing great sport were her life. She spent every moment of every day trying to perfect it, while preserving the hunt country her stepfather had cobbled together. She became known for her ability to persuade the most undeterred landowner to protect, rather than develop, his land. When the King Ranch wanted to sell, it was the

Brandywine Conservancy and the generous members of the Cheshire Hunt that found a way to protect it from massive development. The hunt has been fortunate in retaining almost all its original country. Nancy Hannum stepped down as master in 2003. She held the role for 58 years, one of the longest terms in the history of American foxhunting. It took three new masters to fill her boots: Nina Stewart, Bruce Miller, and Russell Jones. It was the beginning of a new era. Huntsman Ivan Dowling eventually transformed the pack to what became known as the Cheshire Hound, crossing the finest qualities of the English hound with those of the Penn-Marydel and hunting an all-bitch pack. Nancy died on the last day of the 2009–2010 hunting season at the age of 90. Today, co-masters Anne Moran and Sanna Neilson continue her legacy of land preservation, encouraging subscribers to put their land under conservation easement. It has been their goal to show the utmost respect to non-subscriber Cheshire-country landowners, for without their willingness to share their land, there would be no hunting. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 106

Prue Draper Osborn’s Scarlet on Scarlet: 100 Years of Hunting with Mr. Stewart’s Cheshire Foxhounds, published in 2012. It is the history of the legendary hunt told through diary entries, news clippings, photos, and personal anecdotes from members of the field.

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A PERSONAL

TRAVEL DIARY

BY STEPHANIE PETERS

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THE UNFORGETTABLE ALLURE OF

HAIG POINT

STEPHANIE PETERS

rior to my visit to Daufuskie Island in South Carolina, the extent of my knowledge of the low country was limited to the sultry narratives of writer Pat Conroy and brief visits to Savannah, Georgia, and Charleston, South Carolina. My low-country awareness was significantly enhanced after accepting an invitation to visit the private community of Haig Point, which covers 1,050 acres of the historic, bridgeless island. As a die-hard northerner, I wasn’t expecting to be mesmerized by the seductive beauty and rich culture of the area quite so quickly. To experience portions of the island on horseback was an added bonus. After an easy flight to Savannah, I was whisked to the Haig Point embarkation center, where I was amiably greeted by Adam Martin, Haig Point’s director of sales and marketing. Adam took full advantage of the 45-minute ferry ride from Hilton Head Island to the community’s landing point to familiarize me with Haig Point’s geographic setting, the surrounding bodies of water, and a descriptive overview of the private, member-owned community. Members can enjoy an array of activities and amenities here, including an award-winning tennis center, multiple golf courses suited for both highly skilled and recreational golfers, a fitness center, a community park, a thriving equestrian center where I spent a great deal of time, and a range of dining venues. While enjoying a plethora of facilities and sophisticated services, the members are also committed to integrating and preserving the rustic character and rich history of the island.

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The Strachan Mansion, located at Haig Point’s landing, serves as the community center, where coffee, baked goods, and newspapers are available for members and guests. Originally built in 1910, the mansion was barged over from the mainland in pieces, then updated and restored to its original grandeur. It features four suites available for residents’ guests or those enjoying Haig Point’s discovery experience. Adjacent to the mansion are the community-preserved tabby ruins, the remnants of slave’s quarters ingeniously built with a mix of oyster shells, sand, and lime.

y accommodations were in the historic, and still functioning, 1873 lighthouse that was restored in the 1980s. I comfortably settled into an ample two-bedroom house replete with kitchen, dining and living rooms, and spacious porch overlooking the Calibogue Sound. Each night, lapping waves along the shore and softly clanking halyards on the lighthouse flagpole lulled me into peaceful slumber. However, I wasn’t expecting to share the house with a ghost. As the legend goes, a young maiden named Maggie lived in the lighthouse in the late 1800s. She fell in love with a naval engineer who serviced the lighthouse’s lantern room. But their love was not to be. The engineer left and never returned to Daufuskie Island, leaving her with a broken heart. I’m not a particularly superstitious person, so I viewed the legend as balderdash and quickly put Maggie out of my mind. A full itinerary had been arranged for my three-day visit, which included daily rides and events at the equestrian center. Once again, Adam launched me into my tour by providing me with my personal golf cart (the sole mode of transportation in Haig Point), a map of the community and island, and a quick loop around the 80 | E Q UE S T R I A N L I V I N G | AP RI L / MAY | 2018

Above: The rear view of my accommodations, the 1873 lighthouse. Bottom: The tastefully appointed lighthouse interior.

lay of the land that conveniently deposited me at the equestrian center. What a welcoming sight. Slightly off the beaten path, the 18-stall barn and paddocks are shaded in dappled light, and healthy horses graze beneath a canopy of resilient live oaks. Rachel Allen, the equestrian director, has purposely created an organized and inviting barn environment, where members are inspired to come, take lessons, socialize, and hang out. “Who wouldn’t want to

go to the barn?” Rachel laughed. “The thought is foreign to me.” I experienced the barn camaraderie after joining several Haig Point members on a ride-andwine hack through the lush property that offered sightings of osprey nests, white-tailed deer, and a small, marshside alligator basking in the sun. Following our ride, we enjoyed wine, antipasto, and animated conversation in the barn lounge, where the topic of Maggie the ghost surfaced once again, however I was lightheartedly reassured that she was friendly. Events such as a fall barbecue and pig roast, a deck-the-stalls competition, and a derby day are hosted at the barn throughout the year. “One of our members loves being a bookie at our derby-day event,” smiled Rachel. “People were betting actual money, and the leftover funds went toward adopting three Thoroughbreds from Old Friends Farm in Kentucky. We pay the adoption fees. It’s paying it forward.” Before I set out on my beach ride the following day, I had the chance to have a traditional low-country lunch at Lucy Bell’s Cafe with Rachel and her barn manager, Jody Smith. The growth of the equestrian center is their primary focus. “Expanding our paddocks and adding an indoor or a covered arena with lights would allow us to work at different times of the day,” said Rachel. “We have already been granted a few lots for newer paddocks in 2018. “The other long-term vision is to acquire a secondary location that could be a public end of the business,” Rachel mused. “It is a beautiful property that has been sitting idle for quite some time. We could have access to a 12-stall barn and multiple riding arenas, and it’s only a 10-minute walk to the most beautiful beach on the island. There are very few beach riding opportunities left on the East Coast, and for many riders, it’s a bucketlist item.” Shortly after my visit, I learned that a portion of Rachel’s vision was realized

Clockwise: The inviting equestrian center is nestled among live oaks and pines. Haig Point resident Collier Hansell takes a lesson. Equestrian director Rachel Allen with Finnegan, her 8-year-old off-the-track Thoroughbred.

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as Haig Point established a secondary operation called Daufuskie Island Trail Rides at the formerly idle neighboring barn. It will be the only public stable on the island, offering beach and trail rides to the general public. Rachel and Jody have noticed a significant increase in lessons. “Not just individuals but entire families are attracted to the Haig Point lifestyle,” explained Rachel. “Younger families are coming in, and the equestrian center is a huge part of that. When I first started, there were two or three regular lessons, and now I have 20. It’s kids, moms and dads, and people riding at later stages of their lives.” Jody added, “We are trying to diversify and offer a broad spectrum to capture an all-inclusive audience.” For equestrians, Haig Point has a unique advantage. You can ride on the beach and most of the island all year. There are very few cars and virtually no traffic. To put things in perspective, at the time of my visit there was only one gas pump on the entire island. An opportunity to ride on an expansive, empty beach is typically an ultimate luxury. Unfortunately, the day of my ride was extremely windy with sand whipping erratically and not ideal for me or my horse, which had already spooked on one too many occasions. Instead, Jody led us along miles of quiet roads and lush wooded trails that were more to my mount’s liking. My legs were wobbly by the end of our five-mile ride, but after dismounting and stretching I was good to go. Each time I left the barn I took a different route back to the lighthouse,

From top: The beach-front Calibogue Club is an idyllic spot for dining and socializing; The Rees Jone’s designed golf course; Houses at dusk are offest with swaying marsh grasses.

navigating my golf cart under tall oaks laden with shimmering Spanish moss and over wooden bridges that crisscrossed the ubiquitous swaying marsh grasses, tipped with light from the setting sun. The homes, most reflecting distinctive low-county architecture, are tucked into quiet settings and landscaped with

native plants. My tours were incredibly quiet. There were no sirens, honking, or any of the daily sounds that barrage most of us who don’t live on a bridgeless island. An island of contradictions continued to surface in amazing ways. Spontaneity would seem difficult, as there are minimal services on the island. Members have to ferry to the mainland for shopping, appointments, and day-to-day errands, but the ferries are frequent and run as efficiently as a Swiss watch. People actually enjoy the trip and use the 45 minutes to read, visit with neighbors, or catch up on work. “Daufuskie has to appeal to pioneering people who are willing to have a trade-off,” Rachel explained. “It’s the price of paradise. If you want to live in paradise, it’s going to cost you something.” On my last morning I took a private lesson with Rachel, and I experienced firsthand her eye for conformation and a keen ability to correct a body out of alignment. If I had had more time, my riding would have improved exponentially. Following my lesson, I was scheduled to have a waterside lunch at Old Daufuskie Crab Company with Erica (Evie) Veit, the founder and director the Daufuskie Marsh Tacky Society, a 501(c3) nonprofit founded in 2015. The goal of the society is to promote and protect the critically endangered marsh tacky horse. “We are trying to expand the breed, and our vision is to ensure that future generations can enjoy these horses without the threat of becoming extinct,” said Evie. Brought over in the 1500s during the Golden Age of Spain, marsh tackies were Continued on page 102

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Spacious, shaded paddocks for turn out.

Equestrian director Rachel Allen.

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Barn manager Jody Smith.

Jody Smith, Stephanie Peters, and Rachel Allen.

Off for a ride. COURTESY HAIG POINT

Barn lounge décor.

Endless stretches of empty beach. The barn lounge interior.

Outdoor ambiance at Lucy Bell’s Cafe.

Silvia Hansell watches her daughter taking a riding lesson.

A Chase Allen sculpture.

HAMILTON FARM

The Gladstone, New Jersey, home of the U.S. EQUESTRIAN TEAM FOUNDATION is both historic and beautiful.

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world championships, Pan American Games, and other top international competitions. The foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home is Hamilton Farm, a beloved equestrian landmark hidden in the heart of bucolic fox-hunting country near Gladstone, New Jersey. In 1911, Wall Street financier James Cox Brady purchased 180 acres in New Jersey that were only 50 miles outside of New York City for $100 per acre. It was said that Brady initially spent $1 million on developing the property, which he named after his wife, Elizabeth Jane Hamilton Brady. Little did he

The trophy room features hand-carved walnut panels and trophy cases. Glass panels in the floor allows guests to observe the rotunda below; overhead is a painted glass skylight.

Opposite: An arched central entrance leads to an octagonal rotunda, decorated with plaques from international competitions.

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Maureen Pethick, USET Foundation communications coordinator.

Bonnie Jenkins, USET Foundation executive director.

know that Hamilton Farm would stand for more than 100 years and become a symbol of equestrian sport in the U.S. The barns were ultimately completed in 1913. Brady continued to add to his estate, and it eventually reached 5,000 acres and spanned 3 counties. Every animal on the farm was an outstanding specimen of its breed. Dairy and beef cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens, ducks, and geese were raised at Hamilton Farm, but Brady was especially interested in horses. The famous main stable (headquarters of the USET Foundation today) was built in 1916 and is made of brick and concrete, reinforced with steel. The ornate interior includes carriage rooms, tile walls, terrazzo floors, and brass fittings. There are 54 stalls, but the barn originally had 40 other rooms including tack rooms, offices, and living quarters.

lthough the United States Equestrian Team was formed in 1950, it had no permanent home for its training operations. In 1961, Arthur McCashin, who lived in the Gladstone area and was a member of the 1952 U.S. Olympic Team, brought USET to Hamilton Farm. The USET showjumping discipline was led by Bertalan de Nemethy, a former Hungarian cavalry officer and riding instructor at the Royal Hungarian Cavalry School who came to the United States in 1952 and became

USET coach in 1955. De Nemethy

retained this position until 1980 and was a large part of the team’s show-jumping success during those years. He is credited with bringing a strict training regimen to U.S. riders who had formerly emphasized dressage and gymnastics. “What he found with the team were riders that had done showing and riding a lot, but didn’t have the foundation and the fundamentals of riding,” said William Steinkraus, who won the individual gold medal in show jumping at the 1968 Olympics and was a member of the ‘52, ‘56, ‘68, and ‘72 Olympic teams. “Bert’s teams abroad were very well prepared—both the riders and the horses.” Another milestone occurred when Jack Le Goff (see page 26) was hired in 1970 as USET eventing coach. A graduate of the Cadre Noir in France and a member of that country’s Olympic team, he revolutionized American equestrian programs and defined an era of medals and championships. In his 14-year tenure with USET, he never missed winning a medal with his eventing teams, garnering 18 medals in eight international championships. His innovative, intensive training changed the U.S. eventing program forever. Over the years USET added four more disciplines: driving, vaulting, endurance, and reining. In addition, para-equestrian was introduced for physically challenged riders. All eight of these disciplines eventually became known as

the high-performance disciplines because they are competed internationally. On December 1, 2003, the United States Equestrian Team became the USET Foundation and added a fundraising mandate. The governance of American equestrianism came under the control of the newly formed United States Equestrian Federation (USEF). The USET Foundation remains headquartered at Hamilton Farm, along with some of the high performance division of USEF. Hamilton Farm continues to thrive, hosting USEF events such as the Dressage National Championships, the Talent Search East, as well as various horse shows, dressage, and driving events. The federation also hosts a number of training clinics for developing riders in highperformance disciplines. Bonnie Jenkins, the foundation’s executive director, said, “The USET Foundation intends to be a good steward and do everything it can to preserve the traditions and rich history that we have here in Gladstone.” Sally Ike, a member of the eventing team who works for USEF and has an office at Hamilton Farm, said, “This is a magical place. The stables are unique from anybody’s perspective because of their size, scope, and the way they’re built. I don’t think anyone can walk through them without thinking about the many, many famous horses that have been stabled here. I’ve had that feeling from the first day I came here in 1964, and I still do every day.” CONTACT INFO | PAGE 106

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to bring just 20 kilos of belongings with us out of Tunisia, so it was a case of making do with very little. We planted a vegetable garden even though the soil was dry but as soon as anything began to grow to the point where it was edible, people stole it in the night. We were given ration tickets to be exchanged for a small amount of meat each month and to add to the misery the meat was mostly donkey or camel! If you have never eaten donkey or camel, take it from me you do not want to; it does not taste good. Any milk we could get was for my baby brother, Pierre, and was watered down so much that it could not have given him the nourishment he needed. After the war when we managed to get back to Brittany to visit my grandparents, my brother saw a square slab of something soft and yellow and asked what it was. “That is butter,” my great aunt told him. He had never in all his seven years ever seen or tasted something that we all take for granted on a daily basis.

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s a result, I used to go poaching and fishing to keep food on the table. The lack of food led me to develop a skill that I use to this very day—hunting with a slingshot. I took my slingshot everywhere and would shoot down everything I felt would help feed the family, sparrows, quail, dove; anything that flew, in fact. It was the only fresh meat we got to eat. My mother was angry and asked if I was taking my slingshot into school, but I was able to tell her no because on the way I hid it under the roots of an olive tree just outside the gate, then on my way home I would pick it up and go hunting

for birds. It would take four or five small birds for each person, so I learned to be quite resourceful and persistent and was able to develop my skill at quite a distance, which helped as the birds would not let you get too close. While living in Morocco, we were able to get bread, Syrian style, and there were olives, oranges, and mandarins, but that was about the sum of it. There was no candy, no toys, in fact, nothing that could remotely be considered a luxury at all. H ORSES AGAIN

On May 2 of 1945, Soviet soldiers entered Berlin and took occupation of the city. Five days later, the Germans surrendered thus ending World War II in Europe. One month later, the Allied Supreme Command signed an agreement to divide Germany into four zones, each

Performing the croupade at Saumur, 1954. (By Hervé Blanchaud)

to be occupied by one of the Allies. The USSR occupied the eastern zone, Great Britain the northwestern zone, France the western zone, and the United States the southwestern zone. Berlin was in the Soviet zone and because it was the capitol it was agreed that it would be divided into four sectors with each of the victors having a part of the old capitol. In June, USSR leader Joseph Stalin established a communist-controlled government

in Poland. Albania, Bulgaria, and Yugoslavia were also yielding to communism causing Winston Churchill to warn that “an Iron Curtain is being built across Europe” dividing communist from noncommunist nations. By December, France, Britain and the United States had combined forces in their respective zones in Berlin. The communists took over the governments of Hungary, Romania, and Czechoslovakia and seemed unstoppable in their efforts to take over Eastern Europe. It was during this time that my mother, Pierre, and I traveled to Germany to meet up with Father. General de Gaulle was president of France then (for the first time), and he did not like horses. This may have been due to his experiences at Saumur where I understand he had a hard time with his riding; nevertheless, he did not appreciate the mounted cavalry at all and had no interest in preserving the institution. He terminated the cavalry’s active regiment ending the centuries-old tradition of the horse in combat. Just one squadron was sent back to France to be brought out on special occasions, mainly parades. An armored division of the cavalry continued, and there is an armored cavalry division at the French Cavalry School to this day, but the end of the war was difficult for my father who was left wondering what his future role would be. Initially, Father was appointed a director of a prisonerof-war camp where Polish soldiers, who had been forced to fight for Germany, were being held. He hated this work as he felt great compassion for the poor men and was helpless to do much except make life as easy as possible for them until they could eventually be returned to their homes and families. During the German occupation, many of France’s best stallions and broodmares Continued on page 96

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JACK LE GOFF Continued from page 92 had been taken by force and after CL U OK O the war French breeders were desperate to get their bloodlines back. Eventually, the French government asked my father to search for these horses; if they could be found the breeders could regenerate their Thoroughbred breeding program. This effort served to emphasize the value placed on the national racing and breeding industry. This project was near and dear to Father’s heart and was so appealing that he willingly accepted the challenge. He managed to find some very well-bred horses including mares that were four and five years old, but who had never raced because of the war. Some of the breeding farms were so grateful to my father for finding these lost horses that they gave him some of these four- and five-year-olds that were too old to race as a thank you. Father was delighted to resume his full-time career with horses when he was appointed Director of the French Equestrian Center in Berlin. The American, French, and British cavalry officers were denied the opportunity to take part in the sport that they loved while World War II raged and so as soon as conditions were right they went about organizing as many equestrian activities as possible in their spare time. Horse races as well as show-jumping and dressage competitions were hurriedly scheduled and kept the weekends pretty full. The British found a site at the old airport where they could hold races and my father eagerly joined in with that. The Americans mainly concentrated on show jumping with some combined tests added from time to time and Father organized races and horse shows as the French contribution to the activities. On weekends, each nation would take turns hosting the various competitions. B

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The French were based in the area of the old Polo Platz where Berliners had enjoyed playing polo before the war. The Polo Platz had belonged to Herr Geisler, whose son Harry had been trained at the Hanover Military School with classmate Willi Schulteis and many of the other dressage masters well respected for their knowledge of classical riding and their professionalism. Father kept his show jumpers, dressage horses, and racehorses at the Polo Platz and I was able to ride with him there, so life for me was once again worth living.

Jack Le Goff. (By Fifi Coles)

I had started riding a little at five or six years old and continued riding during the time we spent in Tunisia, but my serious riding began at 15 during the time we spent in Berlin. I learned about jumping and racing from father and about dressage from Herr Harry Geisler.

y father was one of those people who could train a Grand Prix show-jumping horse, produce top-class racehorses and classically train a dressage horse to piaffe and passage—he was definitely at his best training horses. He was willing to teach me everything he knew about racing and jumping, but he was not comfortable teaching me dressage. At that time, it

was politically impossible for my father to hire a German to be an instructor, so he hired Harry Geisler as a stable manager and told him that he had to teach me dressage. Harry provided very strict guidance and taught me to put my very first horse in passage at 16 years old. It is true I was the rider, but, and it is a strong but, I was merely the medium, the instrument, between Harry and the horse. I had no idea what I was doing and therefore was incapable of making the request of the horse myself, but to my complete amazement, the horse began to passage under me. Harry had a very long whip and walked along beside me teaching me how to apply the right aids to the horse to achieve my first high school movement. The German cold blood horses were so hard to move forward, you had to kick and pull and ride with an immensely strong seat because they were so big and slow. The breed of horses back then dictated the type of “school” and the riding became synonymous with the school. The Germans preferred cold bloods and so the German School became equated with extremely strong riding. The French rode Anglo-Arabs, which were light and required more finesse and lightness of “feel. Harry gave me my first serious and consistent teaching, so I learned more of the German school type of riding. It was to have a significant impact later when I went to Saumur and tried to ride the Anglo-Arabs the same way—such a disaster! The two years spent with Harry Geisler gave me a solid base regarding my position, seat, and use of the aids, all things that I was never to forget. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 106

This excerpt from Horses Came First, Second, and Last by Jack Le Goff with Jo Whitehouse was reprinted with permission from Trafalgar Square Books

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considered to be expendable and able to survive on the smallest of rations in the cargo holds of ships. They were prized for being rugged, hardy horses adaptable to the swampy, hot, and muggy conditions of the barrier islands. There are now only 420 of the breed in existence, and all are in the U.S. Their bloodline is thought to be completely extinct in Europe. The Carolina Marsh Tacky Association keeps the official breeding records. “I currently have four horses that include a 2-year-old stallion who has been bred with a brood mare who will foal shortly,” Evie revealed. “This will be the first marsh tacky foal born on Daufuskie in possibly 30 to 40 years.”

n an effort to bring more awareness and appreciation of the breed, Evie hosts and participates in countless fundraising events to support her mission. With my time waning, I said my goodbye to Evie and headed to the Daufuskie Community Farm and Artisan’s Village, the island’s sustainable and organic farm started in 2010 by Pat Beichler and supported by community volunteers. The original plot, purchased for one dollar, was dense forest and cleared by Pat and hardy volunteers. Scattered with whimsical buildings and

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Top, clockwise: A marsh tacky horse; Erica Veit, founder and director of the Daufuskie Marsh Tacky Society; the charming marsh tacky barn; marsh tackies grazing on the island. Above: Whimsical structures and warm greetings at the community farm.

barns, the farm has expanded from solely animals to gardens, orchards, and the new artisan’s village. What I truly savor on these kinds of visits is the time spent with local residents. Natives, if you will. They are the source of the true nature of a place. Often emerging over a delicious meal and a glass of wine, the essence of a place flows freely. I was fortunate enough to share an enjoyable meal with Haig Point’s

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elilah and Miss Molly are both rescue Chihuahuas. I adopted Delilah when I was competing at the North American Young Rider Championship in 2011. I was so nervous that my mom thought the only thing to distract me was to adopt a dog, so we got Delilah, and it was love at first sight. She always, always, brings me good luck. We’ve had her now for almost seven years. We had one bigger dog before, a standard poodle, but we never thought we were a small-dog family. Delilah changed all of that. We love Chihuahuas so much, which was totally unexpected. Last year we were on the lookout to rescue another Chihuahua, and we found Miss Molly. We think she is about 6 or 7, and we adopted her in Florida. She’s very different from Delilah but equally wonderful. They’ve become really good friends and they bring us so much joy and happiness every day. Delilah has become the ultimate horse-show companion. She has an

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international passport, and she travels with me everywhere. She’s been to some of the biggest competitions in the world. One of her highlights was that she came to the horse show in Dublin in 2014, and when the U.S. won the Nations Cup, Delilah was featured in the Irish Times as the lucky Chihuahua for Team USA. Miss Molly just got her passport too, so maybe there are more travels in her future, but as of now she has stayed more locally.

When we adopted Delilah she weighed 8½ pounds, and we were told that she was clinically obese. She’s on a little bit of a health kick now, so slowly but surely she’s dropping weight. She’s lost two pounds; she’s now 6 ½ pounds and is in very good health. That was one of the reasons why, when we got Miss Molly, who was also clinically obese, we were very optimistic that with enough time, she would also be in tip-top shape. The reason why we got Miss Molly was that I saw a photo of her online, and I sent the photo to my mom. I said, “This is the ugliest dog I’ve ever seen! No one is going to adopt her.” And my mom called me up and said she adopted the dog.

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