The Horse of Delaware Valley

Richard Golden, owner of Northview Stallion Station, died Sept. 18 (2)

Details: September 23, 2021; By Staff Writers

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--Richard L. Golden, 82, a former resident of Oyster Bay Cove, N.Y., and Chesapeake City, Md., peacefully passed away in West Palm Beach, FL on Sept. 18.

Richard Golden Golden was born in the Bronx, N.Y., on Nov. 13, 1938.

He was a graduate of American University and went on to run multiple businesses in the garment industry in New York.

Golden had a love for animals which was shared by his wife, Ann, and passed on to his children Lisa and Michael.

He was fortunate to have had his loyal and loving companion Victor, a Cavalier King Charles spaniel, by his side for the last 14 years.

Golden raced thoroughbred horses, owning Northview Stallion Station and Sycamore Hall Farm in Maryland.

In addition to his devotion to animals, he had a passion for traveling, golf and spending time with friends and family.

HE CONTRIBUTED to many different charities including becoming a Distinguished Grand Founder at Jupiter Medical Center and a supporter of Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans.

For the last 25 years Richard enjoyed living at The Club at Ibis in West Palm Beach, Fla.

Golden's loving wife, Ann, passed away in 2015.

He is survived by his son Michael and daughter and son-in-law Lisa and Gregg Hofstetter and two grandchildren Sam and Ben.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in hismemory to Beyond the Wire http://www.beyondthewire.org/donate/ a charity helping support retiring race horses.

Due to ongoing public health concerns, graveside services will be private

Phillip Dutton on Quasi Cool won CCI4*S at Plantation Field International, Walker announced Plantation Field will continue

Details: September 20, 2021; By SARA CAVANAGH

UNIONVILLE, Pa.--Phillip Dutton on Quasi Cool won the CCI4*S title at the Plantation Field International Three-Day Event, but the big news is that eventing at Plantation Field will continue for years to come.

Plantation Field shops Plantation Field Last year the future of Plantation Field was uncertain after Eventing Nation started an incredibly stupid brouhaha. saying that the name Plantation Field raised specters of slavery and that it would no longer refer to the event by its name.

Plantation means a place where trees are grown, and Plantation Field eventing offers thousands of riders of every skill from youth and beginners to Olympic veterans a place to compete, for riders to learn and for veterans to bring horses along.

It is a beautiful facility that is exceptionally well run, and to have lost it because, as was rumored and widely reported at the time, one person hoped to raise a publication's advertising.

“We resolved all the issues with the governing bodies, and we expect that this event, Plantation Field, will continue here for many years to come," said Cuyler Walker, who owns the land.

“It’s a very unique venue and it would be terrible for our sport to lose it," said Dutton of West Grove, who was involved in beginning the Internstional competition. "It’s such a good viewing venue and has its own unique atmosphere and style, and it’s great for our local community. My wife Evie and I joined forces with Denis when we wanted to step it up from doing just the national classes; we’ve stepped back bit, but it’s rewarding to see where it is today.”

Kaitlyn Williams and Lucy Matz victorious Saturday evening at the Devon Fall Classic

Details: September 19, 2021; By Staff Writers

DEVON, Pa.--A packed stadium Saturday evening, Sept. 18, at the Devon Fall Classic cheered on Kaitlyn Williams' win on Cassio Melloni in the $25,000 Devon Fall Classic Grand Prix after Lucy Matz on Jillz won the $7,500 Show Jumping Hall of Fame High Junior/Amateur Jumper class.

Kaitlyn Williams on Cassio Mellone (Photo by Emma Miller)Eric Hasbrouk’s 13-effort course in the Grand Prix included delicate verticals and multiple rollbacks.

Thirty competitors went in the first round with nine going clean to make it to the jump-off.

Kaitlyn Williams of Port St. Lucie, Fla., on Cassio Melloni was the first in the jump-off in the Grand Prix, and she jumped a second clear round and finished in 36.826 seconds, a time that would hold up through the next eight contenders,

Grace Long went shortly after Williams, and she knew she would have to be quick with Happiness VD Hazel HOF.

While she did not have the chance to watch the others go, she did her best to stay inside the turns, taking numerous risks.

Her last rollback shaved precious seconds off their time as they galloped down the last line to fly through the timers in 38.620 seconds, which would ultimately secure a second place finish.

Second to last to ride, Michael Burnett on Chagrand was clean but not quite fast enough to catch Williams, finishing in 38.979 seconds for third.

U.S. wins the Nations Cup in Aachen

Details: September 17, 2021; By SARA CAVANAGH

AACHEN, Germany--The U.S. show jumping team of Jessie Springsteen, Lucy Deslauriers, Brian Moggre and Laura Kraut beat eight outstanding teams to win the Nations Cup in Aachen for the first time in 16 years.

U.S. winning team at Aachen Shannon Brinkman U.S. winning team at Aachen (Photo by Shannon Brinkman)“Winning in Aachen is the pinnacle. It’s as simple as that,” said Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland after the team’s historic performance. “These were four of our final six riders for Tokyo, so this was pretty simple, we just went straight down the list. We had our Olympic quarantine here, so it gave a good idea as to what to expect a few weeks later.”

An outstanding US team, a fall for the German team and a hot pursuit by the French team turned Thursday evening at the CHIO Aachen into a nail-biting affair.

Finishing on just four faults, Robert Ridland’s US team won the Mercedes-Benz Nations’ Cup in front of approximately 18,000 spectators, precisely the amount that were allowed into the Stadium in line with the Corona regulations.

Kraut remembers the last time a U.S. team rode to victory in Aachen 16 years ago in 2005, as she was also a member of that squad.

And her clear round in the second phase was the one that brought the team the victory in this year's event.

Laura Chapot celebrates her return to competition with two wins at the Devon Fall Classic.

Details: September 17, 2021; By SARA CAVANAGH

DEVON, Pa.--Laura Chapot of Neshanic Station, N.J., celebrated her return to riding after seven weeks sidelined by a badly broken arm by winning both the 1.40m Jumpers and the Welcome Stake at the Devon Fall Classic on Sept. 16.

Laura Chapot Photo by Emma Miller Laura Chapot on Diarado's Flying Dutchman (Photo by Emma Miller) Chapot broke her arm in a fall at HITS in Saugerties, N.Y., and the doctor at the local hospital said she would be out for at least a year and that there was nothing he could do for her.

Luckily, the next day a fellow competitor told her that he traveled to New York City to the Hospital for Special Surgery regularly, and he said, if he was able to get her an appointment, would she like to go.

She said absolutely, and they left the next morning at 4:30 a.m. to drive to New York.

"We got there around 8, and they did surgery at 10 a.m., " said Chapot, who had broke her humus.

"They took the rotator cuff out, repaired it and put it back in," said Chapot's mother Mary.

"They put a plate in to cover the fracture, and nine screws," said Chapot. "They all stay in. I have full use of the arm now. I rode Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday before today."

Roxanne Trunnell wins her second gold medal at the Tokyo Paralympics

Details: August 31, 2021; By SARA CAVANAGH

TOKYO, Japan--Roxanne Trunnell of Royal Palm Beach, Fla., on Dolton, a 9-year-old Hanoverian gelding, won her second gold-medal of the Paralympic Games in Tokyo in the FEI Grade I Freestyle to Music, earning an 86.927 percent.

Roxanne Tunnell on Dolton 2 Roxanne Tunnell on Dolton Richards Snikus of Latvia and King of the Dance won the silver medal with a score of 82.087 percent, while Sara Morganti of Italy on Royal Delight won the bronze with an 81.100.

Trunnell and Dolton secured their first gold on Friday in the FEI Individual Test before helping the U.S. Para Dressage Team earn their historic team bronze medal yesterday and will leave Tokyo with two individual gold medals and a team bronze.

Trunnell was last to go in the order of go on the evening of Aug. 29 in Grade I competition and left the best for last to close out the equestrian competition at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan.

Learn about foxhunting at Radnor's Foxhunting 101

Details: August 25, 2021; By Staff Writers

MALVERN, Pa--Have you always been curious about foxhunting?
fox 1 Have you often wondered about trying it out?
Well, now is your chance.
Come, be part of Foxhunting 101!
Fox 2 Radnor Hunt is once again holding two Saturday sessions on Sept. 25 and Oct. 2.
Learn the basics from longtime foxhunter, and Radnor member, Debra Taylor.

Get the chance to go out with the hunt and watch Radnor’s veteran Huntsman John Dean work his magic with his hounds.
YOU WILL hunt the Radnor country and gain insight into this age-old sport.
Fox 3 Debra Taylor in cream colored coat on the grayDebra will explain all the terminology, the strategies employed to find Mr. Fox.
She will detail what the jobs of the Hunt Staff entail and explain the nuances of a hunting day.
There will be tailgates after hunting on both sessions - Sept. 25 and October 2, 2021
The second day will also feature a tour of the Radnor Kennels.
Call Alex Warzecha, the Hunt Secretary, with questions at 610-935-8255. Price: $50.

The U.S. won two team silver medals in a Tokyo Olympics that saw many dramatic changes in format

Details: August 16, 2021; By SARA CAVANAGH

TOKYO, Japan--The dressage and show jumping teams at the Tokyo Olympics performed sensationally, both winning silver medals and providing great excitement in the dressage Freestyle and the Team Show Jumping.

Mclain Ward and Contagious 2208 Mclain Ward on Contagious (Photo by MacMillan Photography)Sadly, though, for the fourth Olympics in a row the Evening team finished in the middle of the pack or worse, performing well under the standards set by teams from 1964 through 2004 that won two team gold medals, four team silver medals, two bronze medals, one individual gold medal, three individual silver medals and one individual bronze medal with riders like Bruce Davidson, Mike Plumb, Mike Page, Jimmy Wofford, Karen Stives, David and Karen O'Connor, Kim Severson and Amy Tryon.

Even in 2008 and 2016, although there were no team medals, Gina Miles and Phillip Dutton did win individual silver and bronze medals respectively.

But in Tokyo, even with the Olympics not even being a true 4*, much less a 5*, with the cross country course shortened by two minutes, the Eventing team finished sixth and as individuals Doug Payne finished 16th, Phillip Dutton 20th and Boyd Martin 21st.

There were many changes in format in Tokyo, the biggest being only three members per team instead of the usual four that allowed for one drop score.

U.S. team stands fifth after cross country

Details: August 1, 2021; By SARA CAVANAGH

TOKYO, Japan--With three clear rounds at least the U.S. Eventing team moved up a few slots from eighth to fifth, but with a little effort each of those three riders could have cut out a few time faults, and if each of them had gone without time faults the team would now stand second after cross country.

Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg Sarah Miller 8027 Boyd Martin on Tsetserleg (Photo by Sarah Miller for Macmillan Photography)Not one of the three made an effort to gun their horse to the finish line after the last fence, which would probably have cut two to three seconds off each of their times.

You saw riders from other teams land over the last fence and kick on towards the finish line, but each of the three U.S. riders just kept galloping at the same pace after the last fence.

All the riders and the chef d'equipe sounded delighted with their results.

Is the U.S. just at the Games to finish or is the Eventing team in Tokyo to win a medal?

What happened to our great teams of past years with riders like Bruce Davidson, Mike Plumb, Mike Page, Kim Severson and David and Karen O'Connor.

We're relying on two Australians who moved to this country for all our Eventing teams. Where are our American riders?

U.S. wins dressage silver medal, the first silver in 73 years

Details: July 28, 2021; By SARA CAVANAGH

TOKYO, Japan--A spectacular ride from Sabine Schut-Kery on Sanceo that gave her a score of 81.596, combined with a 76.109 from Adrienne Lyle on Salvino and a personal best of 77.766 from Steffen Peters on Suppenkasper elevated the U.S. dressage team to the silver medal on a total of 7,747.

Sabine Schut kery by Allen MacMillan DSC 7417 Sabine Schut-Kery on Sanceo (Photo by Allen MacMillan)Germany won the gold medal, as expected, with all three riders scoring in the 80s for s total of 8,178, but it was a very tight battle for the silver and bronze with Great Britain taking the bronze on 7,723.

Denmark was fourth on 7,540, followed by The Netherlands in fifth, with Edward Gal scoring 79.98 percent on the flashy Totilas stallion Total US. Sweden was sixth, with Spain seventh and Portugal eighth.

As a measure of a top dressage horse is worth, Totilas was worth $10 million, and Totsl US is so far his best son.

This was the U.S. team's first silver medal in 73 years, in the London Olympic Games in 1948, after finishing in third for a bronze medal seven times at past Olympics.

What Can You Do with an Equine Degree? Just Ask a Johnson & Wales Alum

Details: June 30, 2021; By Staff Writers

PROVIDENCE R.I.--“Equine Business Management is not just a supplemental degree or concentration in which you just participate in equine activities,” says Tierney Boyd ’11, ’12 MBA. “It isn’t a club or extracurricular activity but a business degree with a focus on the equine industry. It turns what may have been a passionate hobby into a career path. The Johnson & Wales University Equine program is full of passionate students, professors and staff aimed at helping you find your niche in this big industry.”

Johnson 1 For Boyd, her niche is being a business owner.

She opened her own tack shop, Bits & Pieces, in 2016 with a brick-and-mortar location in Charleston S.C., a retail website, and a mobile tack unit that travels to horse shows.

Johnson 2 Our alumni have found their calling as veterinarian technicians, equine instructors, journalists, riding apparel vendors and so much more.

Johnson 3 The opportunities are endless in the Equine industry, so JWU has spent the last 40 years teaching an Equine program that reflects this.

A wide variety of elective choices, a state-of-the-art Center for Equine Studies, nationally recognized Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) and Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA) competitive teams, and plenty of extracurricular activities including seminars, clinics and field trips give our Equine students everything they need to succeed.

Johnson 4 “I was able to dig down with each course to find out what my particular interests and strengths were,” Boyd says. “Did I want to go into professional horse show management? Did I want to become a trainer? Breeder? Barn manager? Of course, when starting my JWU journey I had absolutely no idea what path I wanted to take. JWU’s Equine program allowed me to explore those options.”

Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with campuses in Providence, R. I., and Charlotte, N.C.

For more information about JWU Equine Studies contact Dr. Jacquelyn Bowser This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Delaware Valley University’s Students Gain Unique International Experiences Abroad

Details: June 30, 2021; By Staff Writers

DOYLESTOWN,, Pa.--For equine students at Delaware Valley University, the classroom has truly gone global.

DelVal1 Delaware Valley University British Horse Industry Study Abroad students discuss equine feeding practices with a representative from Saracen Horse Feeds at the 2019 Houghton International Horse Trials.For the past three decades, the university has offered a semester-long exchange program with Hartpury University, one of the largest and most recognized equine colleges in the world.

More recently, DelVal has introduced short-term, faculty-led immersive experiential learning programs in Great Britain and Germany.

This new initiative provides greater accessibility and targeted learning for students seeking to gain international experience in the equine industry.

As part of DelVal’s program, students complete both stateside lessons and in-country experiences.

Combined, the unique program is designed to develop students’ understanding of the horse industry and culture of the host country in a ‘learning by doing’ context.

Students visit many equine breeding, training, and educational centers, allowing them to compare and contrast their experiences with American horse management practices.

DelVal 2 Delaware Valley University equine students after completing their 2019 BHS Ride Safe Certification.While in country, students also network with leading equine professionals as they attend national events, tour prominent facilities and universities, and earn certifications such as those from the BHS Ride Safe Program and German Reitabzeichen.

The study abroad experiences have been very well-received by all involved, and provide special opportunities for these future leaders to broaden their horizons and consider their role as lifelong learners in a global context.

Caitlin Gallagher ’19, of Bath, Pa., is already using what she learned from her study abroad program at her current position as general manager at Field of Dreams Equine Sport Center, and as a graduate student in the Equine Science Master’s degree program at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland.

“It was an amazing learning experience, as well as lots of fun!" said Gallagher. "The program increased my understanding of many aspects of the horse industry and provided me with valuable networking opportunities that are helping me achieve my career goals.”

DelVal 3 Delaware Valley University is a four year institution located in Doylestown, Pa., about an hour north of Philadelphia.

Horses are an important part of campus life at DelVal.

All of our students have the opportunity to take equine elective courses, ride on the varsity equestrian teams and participate in equine-related clubs.

DelVal offers majors and minors in Equine Science and Equine Management with various specializations.

Our two equine facilities are right on campus, with up to 100 horses just a short walk from the residence halls.

Our award-winning Experience 360 program ensures that all of our students graduate with real-world experience in their desired fields.

For more information about Delval, visit us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter @delvalequine or visit our website: www.delval.edu/equine

SUNY Morrisville saddles students for equine industry

Details: June 30, 2021; By Staff Writers

MORRISVILLE, N.Y.--SUNY Morrisville’s equine program has grown into a premier equine curriculum with 300 students, dedicated breeding, training and rehabilitation facilities, and a graduation track offering both bachelor’s and associate degrees.

Suny 1 It’s a unique program, respected nationally for the diversity of its course offerings and the hands-on approach to learning that undergirds classroom work with practical experience.

Through its diverse offerings, SUNY Morrisville equine students learn how to breed, train, show, race, ride, work, rehabilitate and otherwise make a life and career out of an affinity for horses.

Whether they prefer Western or English, all of them find a track to take at SUNY Morrisville with equine programs in science and management, rehabilitation & therapy, business, breeding and racing.

Suny 2 Facilities match the caliber of SUNY Morrisville’s horses, with extensive stables, outdoor and indoor riding arenas and a state-of-the-art breeding and rehabilitation center.

The SUNY Morrisville Equine Rehabilitation Center (ERC) showcases the college’s signature equine facilities.

One of the few publicly accessible equine rehabilitation facilities in the Northeast, the ERC offers equipment and rehabilitation techniques to keep healthy horses conditioned, and to help injured equine athletes recover post-injury or post-surgery.

Suny 3 The facility offers a complete rehabilitation center furnished with modern equipment and therapeutic modalities, including aquatic therapies (underwater treadmill, cold saltwater spa therapy and indoor swimming pool), therapeutic ultrasound, laser therapy, cold compression therapy, solariums, an 80-foot diameter exerciser and therapeutic exercises.

Suny 4 In addition to the diverse coursework available within the equine programs, students also have the opportunity to compete on the college’s Western Equestrian and Hunt Seat Equestrian teams.

Contact Information: website - https://www.morrisville.edu/areas-of-study/equine; phone - 1-315-684-6000'

Swimming video link: https://youtu.be/4Te1hFM1mbo

Linden Hall Equestrian excels at the 2021 IEA Dressage Nationals

Details: July 2, 2021; By Staff Writers

LITITZ, Pa--Linden Hall Equestrian traveled down to Tyler, Texas for the 2021 IEA Dressage National Show.

linden 1 Riders excelled and took home several ribbons, including for first and second place.

The equestrian program at Linden Hall is known for its prolonged success.

Competing in Hunters, Jumpers, Dressage, Eventing, and Equitation, this year the program added several Nationals accolades to its trophy case.

Linden 2 The results of the upper school team and individual riders are as follows:

High School:
• LH Upper School Team - 2nd place and Reserve National Champion
• Gloria ‘22 - 2nd place and Reserve National Champion

Middle School:
• Maya ‘25 - 1st Place and National Champion
• Zoya ‘26 - 8th place and National Ribbon Winner

Founded in 1746, Linden Hall School for girls in historic Lititz, Pa., prepares students for a world-class college-preparatory experience.

Linden 3 Our Equestrian studies allow students to be part of a diverse community where they can be known and valued as individuals and empowered to excel in their future adult lives.

To learn more about the Linden Hall Equestrian Program, visit our website at www.lindenhall.org or give us a call at (717) 626-8512.

Prize List Now Available for 2021 Devon Fall Classic

Details: June 18, 2021; By SARA CAVANAGH

DEVON, Pa.--The Devon Fall Classic, presented by Bryn Mawr Hospital, will once again return to the historic Devon Horse Show Grounds.

Devon Fall Festivities will kick off at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15 when the show grounds open to the public for live entertainment, and competition will run from Thursday, Sept. 16 through Sunday, Sept. 19.

Exhibitors can now download the prize list and other entry forms here.

Returning for its eighth year, the Devon Fall Classic benefits the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that allows the historic venue the support it needs to continue acting as a showgrounds.

Recent improvements include new footing in all three rings, barn and stall renovations, as well as improvements in vendor areas.

Competition will begin promptly at 8 am each morning in the Dixon Oval, except Saturday, which will start at 7:30 am.

Take in the beautiful scenery and autumn air between classes and enjoy the Devon Fall Festival, which will feature a full carnival with an array of booths in Vendor Village, great food, live music and rides.

Stoltzfus Feed & Supply, celebrating 34 years in business!

Details: May 31, 2021; By Staff Writers

GAP, Pa.--Stoltzfus Feed & Supply, located on Route 41 in Gap, is a family run business, celebrating its 34th year!

Stoltzfus 1 SFS is your local feed and pet supply- offering name brand feeds and quality supplies.

We have a well-trained staff to offer advice and answer your questions.

And we are very excited to now offer On-Line Shopping with Curb Side Pick-Up!

Starting early June, you can shop on-line, and we will have your order ready for curb side pick-up!

Visit Stoltzfusfeed.com to place your order.

Stoltzfus 2 You will find a wide selection of quality pet food, to fit your pet’s needs and your budget.

We also carry a full line of pet supplies- from crates, collars and leashes to health aids, toys, and treats.

Your pet is always welcome to shop in the store, just have them on a leash.

You can also join the Fur Baby club, get your picture taken and your pet will receive a free treat.

By joining the Fur Baby club, you will also receive valuable coupons to save on your pet supplies!

You will also find Equine and Livestock Feeds from companies such as Buckeye, Blue Seal, Cargill, ADM, Triple Crown, Tribute, our own Private Label feeds and more along with shavings, stall mats, health aids and supplies.

Stoltzfus 3 a We have a vast selection of Wild Bird feed, seed mixes, suet and feeders at affordable pricing.