The Horse of Delaware Valley

Michael Jung's 18.6 in dressage sets a record at the Kentucky Three-Day Event

Details: April 25, 2025; By Staff Writers

LEXINGTON, Ky.--Germany’s Michael Jung on FischerChipmunk FRH leads after dressage on Thursday, April 24 with a record breaking score of 18.6 at the Kentucky Three-Day Event.

Michael Jung on FischerChipmunk FRH (Photo by Allen MacMillan) Jung's score broke his previous CCI5*-L record of 20.1 set at Kentucky Three-Day in 2022 and leaves him well in front of Tim Price of New Zealand on Jarillo and Clarke Johnstone, also of New Zealand, on Menlo Park, who are tied for second on scores of 28.4.

Price is also fourth on Happy Boy on a score of 29.1.

“I’m very happy to be here again,” said Jung, a four-time Olympian. “I really love this place, this show; everything is how you wish to have it for a competition. Everything worked like I wished today in the test.”

Jung has been Olympic and World Champion many times and has won the Kentucky Three-Day four times.

FischerChipmunk FRH, a 14-year-old bay Hanoverian was Jung's mount as the reigning Olympic champion from the 2024 Paris Games.

“Chipmunk is a horse you dream to have in your stables,” Jung said. “He’s a super talent. He’s great in the dressage, easy and relaxed to ride. On cross-country, he’s super fast with a big stride, and he has a lot of scope in the show jumping.”

Snap Decision won the $100,000 Temple Gwathmey Hurdle Stakes for a record fourth time

Details: April 22, 2025; By SARA CAVANAGH

MIDDLEBURG,Va.--Snap Decision won the G2, $100,00, 2 1/2 Temple Gwathmey Hurdle Stakes for a record fourth time at the Middleburg Spring Races on Saturday, April 19.

Snap Decision leads over last in 2025 Gwathmey 1 Snap Decision leads over the last in theTemple Gwathmey (Photo by Tod Marks)Owned by Bruton Street-US, trained by Jack Fisher and ridden by Graham Watters, Snap won by a neck in 5:28 2/5 over Abaan, trained by Kate Dalton, and Who's Counting, trained by Sean McDermott.

"This was one of the most competitive Temple Gwathmey's that's happened in my time," said Watters. "The race didn't go according to plan, Snap started a little slow. I went three or four wide to avoid other horses. He jumped his way into the lead two out, and he winged the last,but then Abaan came running. Snap was giving him a lot of weight."

Snap was giving Abaan 18 pounds, and other horses 10 to 24 pounds.

"Abaan is a terrific horse,"said Mike Hankin, a co-owner with Charlie Fenwick and Charlie Noell in Bruton Street. "Snap lives in Snap's world, and we're lucky to be in it. He's a horse of a lifetime."

"Snap loves to train," said Hankin. "He has to be turned out at night. If he has to stay in at night he gets really unhappy."

If he wins the Iroquois, and then if he wakes up in the morning and wants to train, we'll go on," said Hankin.

Joe Davies wins two at Mount Harmon-Wicomico Point-to-Point

Details: April 15, 2025; By SARA CAVANAGH

EARLEVILLE, Md.--Joe Davies saddled two winners at the Mount Harmon-Wicomico Point-to-Point, including one that is aimed for the toughest steeplechase race in the world, the Pont De Vichy steeplechase in Czechoslovakia,

DeNordener J.Gill De Nordener (Photo by J.Gill)Armata Stables' De Nordener (Ire), ridden by Sophie O'Brien, won the 3 mile Lady Rider Timber in 7:02.5 over City of Grace, trained by Casey Pinkard.

Be Nordener had previously run in five steeplechase races in Ireland in '23 and'24.

Davies said that De Nordener had been aimed at the Pont De Vichy last year but that small glitches kept him from running there.

"The plan is for him to go to Pont De Vichy this October," said Davies, whose son Teddy rode there two years ago and jumped all the very difficult fences but had to pull up not far from the finish.

"Maybe DeNordener will run next at Willowdale," said Davies.

Davies also saddled Pleasant Prospect Farm's Shofar, ridden by Zach Miller, to win the Maiden Timber in 7:03 after De Grey Guy, trained by Todd McKenna, lost his rider at the last fence.

"This was Shofar's first start over timber," said Davies. "He jumped well. He's a really good jumper. We're hoping he'll be able to jump the big Maryland fences. The plan is for him to go to Potomac next."

Centenary University one of only eight qualified for the IHSA Finals

Details: April 10, 2025; By Staff Writers

GLADYS, Va.--Centenary University is one of eight qualified for the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) Finals to be held at the indoor complex at Tryon International in Mill Spring, N. C., May 2–4.

Centenary University winners Jena OConnor The Centenary University winners (Photo by Jenna O'Connor)IHSA held eight Zone Finals across North America from March 29 to April 6.

These premier hunter seat competitions determined the teams and individual riders advancing to the IHSA National Championship.

From each Zone Finals, the top two teams and the top two individual riders from each division all qualified to compete at the highlight of the IHSA season.

The top three USHJA/IHSA Hunter Seat High-Point Riders from each Zone qualifying class are eligible to compete in the USHJA/IHSA Hunter Seat High-Point Rider, Presenting the Cacchione Cup.

The IHSA National Championship determines the team and individual champions in both hunter seat and Western.

The Western qualifiers were determined at the NRHA Western Semi-Finals in March.

Freddie Procter rode two winners at the Brandywine Point-to-Point Races, seen on a new jumbo-tron

Details: April 8, 2025; By SARA CAVANAGH

NORTHBROOK, Pa.--The Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point once again distinguished itself by being in the vanguard of technology,

Freddie Procter 2 Freddie Procter won two racesA few years ago, Brandywine started using a drone to live stream the races, a technology that no other point-to-point has yet started to use.

Then this year, Brandywine put a jumbo-tron near the finish line, positioned so that everyone on both sides of the long stretch could see the races, a huge addition to the enjoyment of the spectators..

"We promoted it before the races, and we got enough interest that the jumbo-tron ended up paying for itself," said race Chairman Carl J."Bunny" Meister Jr. "We had a pretty good crowd despite the weather, and we did pretty well."

It was a chilly 50 degrees with intermittent rain,, but despite that, a large crowd enjoyed the timber races more than ever before with the addition of the jumbo-tron.

The races are run over a lovely three mile course, but as the trees have grown up over the years, very little of the course is visible to those lining the stretch, so the jumbo-tron was greatly appreciated.

Freddy Proctor rode two of the winners of the four timber races, including the winner of the featured Open Timber.

Merriebelle Stable's Wagner (Ire), trained by Todd Wyatt and ridden by Procter, won over Macheeda (Ire), trained by Kathy Neilson and ridden by Conor Tierney, after Andale pulled up.

"At one point, race announcer Jay Meister said, "They've slowed way down. I think they're trotting."

"On the backside, when we realized Andale had pulled up, Conor and I had a chat," said Procter. "Both horse had run the week before at Cheshire, and it was slippery going down the hill, so we decided to trot and then pick up racing going up the hill."

Alessandra Volpe third at World Cup, then had to scratch while Lillie Keenan carries three faults into the Final

Details: April 5, 2025; By Staff Writers

BASEL, Switzerland --Alessandra Volpi on Gipsy Love finished a fantastic third in the second class at the World Cup Final on Friday, April 4. and then in a dramatic loss had to scratch from the Final on Saturday,

Alexandra Volpeon Gypsy LoveKim MacMillan Alexandra Volpe on Gipsy Love (Photo by Kim MacMillan)“My horse gave me everything and I really tried my best to show her the way and we came out with a clear so I really couldn’t have been happier,” said Volpi after the first round Friday. “It’s just amazing. She’s really blown my expectations for the week already without it even being over, but I’m just proud of her. She’s incredibly talented and intelligent.”

"The mare grabbed herself schooling for last night's class, and then this morning she was off," said chef d'equipe Robert Ridland. "The last jog was at noon. We tried to get them to allow her to jog later to give her time to recover, but they wouldn't, so Alexandra had to scratch."

"After jumping an incredible two rounds and finishing on the podium last night, Gipsy has exceeded all expectations this week and I am excited about what the future has in store for us," Volpi wrote on social media on Saturday, explaining her withdrawal. "After a heel grab earlier in the week, she’s a bit sore this morning, and in always putting her first, we’ve decided to withdraw from Sunday’s final. She is an incredible mare, and this weekend has showed us why she is so special. She is happy and healthy with our team in the barn and I’m so proud of her amazing effort in Basel. A huge thank you to my team, everyone at @usequestrian, and those near and far who have supported us."

A Very Active Story from Active Riding Trips

Details: April 4, 2025; By Staff Writers

At 37% growth, online travel sales in 2003 were becoming a leading resource for researching trips, just as U.S. President George W. Bush, proclaiming August 26 as Women’s Equality Day declared, “Women’s accomplishments have made America better and stronger.”

Riding 3 Stacey AdamsIt was perfect timing for an equestrienne entrepreneur to approach to a very tall wall and throw her heart over with trust that the rest would follow.

That’s when Hudson Valley, New York horsewoman Stacey Adams, 36, took the reins to a woman-founded agency called Active Riding Trips and dedicated herself to offering the best slow travel and eco-friendly adventures in the world, from the best possible perspective: Between a horse’s ears.

“I was recruited from a Fortune 200 company to work in travel," said Adams. "That became the springboard to my business, partnering with operators I’d come to know and love. When the founder of a privately owned travel company retired, it was the perfect time to give it a go and people reached out to encourage me.”

Riding 2 Now she adds, “Social media has been a total game changer. We Zoom or WhatsApp clients, share live feed videos, share our horses and wanderlust.”

Active Riding Trips began with 73 domestic and international riding trips.

Today it is a premier provider of more than a hundred curated equestrian experiential vacations to nearly two-dozen countries, including new horseback riding experiences, from the luxurious to the gritty, in Australia.

On June 4, Active Riding Trips is among the showcased prizes for TV game show classic, The Price Is Right.

It has also appeared in Forbes, and on Active Travel Adventures with Kit Parks, and Horses in the Morning.

Riding q The desire to travel slower and better (78% of travelers want trips that support local communities) has led Active Riding Trips to work with hosts like True Ranch Collection, whose properties rank #2 and #8 on the 2025 USA TODAY list of the ten best dude ranches in America, and where Old West pop-up ranch experiences drive proceeds for preserving ranches on the National Register of Historic Places.

“ Riding 4 Equestrians,” says Stacey, “are an amazing community.”

Clearing – fault-free - the lofty bars of expectation horse lovers are wont to set differentiates Active Riding Trips from other travel businesses.

To Stacey, it is “essential” to personally inspect (and re-inspect) every trip location to assure that the highest standards in amenities, services, and comfort are met. “And we stand by that.”

Riding 5 Visit activeridingtrips.com and sign up for the newsletter.

Delaware Valley University

Details: March 31, 2025; By Emilie Brady

Timeless Charm Meets Modern Comfort – A Glenmoore Estate offered by Keller Williams

Details: March 31, 2025; By Staff Writers

GLENMOORE, Pa.--Imagine waking up to the soft nickering of horses as the morning sun rises over rolling pastures.

Keller w 1 At 280 Indian Run Road, this dream is your reality.

Set on 23 picturesque acres in Glenmoore, Pa., this estate blends modern comfort with rustic charm.

Keller w 2 The five bedroom, four bathroom home features hardwood floors, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a home theater and a newly renovated sunroom—the perfect place to unwind.

Keller w 3 Outside, world-class equestrian facilities await.

Ride under the stars in a lighted arena with outdoor speakers, care for your horses in a well-appointed barn with insulated tack rooms, a wash stall, and a massive hayloft, and let them roam freely in ten lush pastures.

Keller w 4 A large tractor barn with commercial sized doors offers ample storage for equipment and workshop space.

All this, just minutes from major roads, shopping, and dining.

280 Indian Run Road isn’t just a home—it’s a way of life.

📞 Schedule your private tour today!

Contact Info: Ryan Gardiner | Realtor.

For more information, call: 610-858-0987 or O: 610-363-4300 at Keller Williams Real Estate.

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Sunset Valley Metalcraft

Details: February 1, 2025; By Staff Writers

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Family owned Blue Ridge Trailers educates the customer

Details: February 27, 2025; By Staff Writers

RUCKERSVILLE, Va.--Blue Ridge Trailers is a family-owned business, and Donna and Rob Martin found their way into the trailer business largely due to Donna’s lifelong relationship with horses.

Blue Ridge 1 Our Sales philosophy – We make sales by educating the customer

SOME THINGS OTHER DEALERS’ MAY NOT TELL YOU?

• The problem with newer, taller trucks and older gooseneck trailer.

• How Composite flooring has revolutionized livestock comfort and ease of use for the trailer owner, quieter cooler and less road chatter for the animals.

• Misunderstanding about towing capacity of many SUVs and most smaller trucks.

Blue Ridge 2 How to make sure you have as much venation in your horse/livestock trailer for the comport of the horses, and why it is important.

• Difference between and slant and straight load trailer, and how to choose the right fit for your horses/ponies.

• How side unload ramp trailer reduces the inherent anxiety experienced by horses when asked to back off a trailer ramp or step up.

• Why the height and width of the trailer make a different to larger horses?

• How to compare the construction of different Manufacturer’s trailers.

Blue Ridge3 What are the annual maintenance items you should have them check on your trailer that is not included in a state inspection.

For more information about any of the subject or any other questions you may have, please call the office and talk to one of our educated sales or service staff.

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For more information call 1 434 985 4151,or go to www.blueridgetrailer.com.

Stoneleigh-Burnham School

Details: March 31, 2025; By Emilie Brady

Stoneleigh-Burnham School, 160 Years and Going Viral

Details: March 31, 2025; By Staff Writers

Lily ‘28 is dressed for her day.

Stoneleigh 3 Wearing her riding gear to her morning classes, she uses her lunch break to refuel and walk the few steps to the barn to say hello to the horses.

On her way down, she makes a quick Reel and posts it to Instagram.

2.3 million views later, Lily and Stoneleigh-Burnham School have amassed a following.

Nestled in the hills of Greenfield, Mass., we've been doing this since 1869, blending serious academics with a top-tier equestrian program.

Unparalleled Facilities:

“The two indoor riding rings are the first thing you see when you turn onto campus.”says Mina Payne ‘78, a top 50 USA riding instructor and Director of the Riding Program.

The Center boasts two heated barns with stabling for up to 50 horses.

Flagg Hall and The Lion's Den, surfaced with exceptional German Geotextile (GGT) Footing, provides year-round training opportunities.

Notably, the on-site equine rehabilitation facility, featuring advanced equipment, offers comprehensive care for horses recovering from injuries, solidifying Stoneleigh-Burnham's commitment to equine well-being.

Experienced Mentorship and Real-World Learning: “The skill and experience levels of riders vary greatly,” says Kay Ward, Director of the
Equestrian Center. “We work to support everyone’s goals as riders.”

Stoneleigh 4 Outside of the classroom, the school offers a unique student internship program providing valuable hands-on experience allowing students to explore all areas of the equine industry.

This program empowers riders to explore their passion further, translating to engaged students and confidence in the classroom.

Competitive Opportunities:

Stoneleigh-Burnham offers both competitive and non-competitive riding experiencessending riders to compete at the national level regularly.

More than just a place to ride, SBS is a community where students discover their purpose, develop strong work ethics, and forge lifelong friendships, all of which Lily captured in her walk down to the barn at lunch and shared with 2.3 million viewers.

To learn how you, too can visit the barn during your lunch break, visit https://sbschool.org/nationals

Harcum Veterinary Nursing students study at New Bolton Center

Details: March 31, 2025; By Staff Writers

BRYN MAWR, PA--Since 1975, Harcum College has partnered with the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospitals (PennVet), educating compassionate and highly skilled veterinary nurses who support animal hospitals and clinics across the Delaware Valley.

Harcum 1 Harcum’s six-semester Veterinary Nursing Program includes four semesters of coursework on Harcum’s main campus in Bryn Mawr, Pa.

The program, accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), provides students with invaluable hands-on experience as they care for over 30 animals residing on campus, all while attending classes that lead to licensure.

During their final two semesters, students complete clinical rotations at PennVet’s Ryan Veterinary Hospital in Philadelphia and the New Bolton Center (NBC) in Kennett Square.

One unique opportunity for Harcum Veterinary Nursing students is the ability to live on-site at the New Bolton Center (NBC) while completing the Large Animal Practicum.

For almost 50 years, students have resided at the "Harcum House," where they study and work alongside credentialed veterinary technicians who make up the NBC nursing staff.

These nurses are cross-trained to provide care in all areas of the hospital, including Emergency and Critical Care, Intensive Care, Neonatal Intensive Care, Internal Medicine, and Surgery.

Veterinary Nursing students rotate through all of these departments, gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to provide cutting-edge care.

Harcum 21 There are now more opportunities than ever for veterinary nurses in clinical practice, education, industry, pharmaceuticals, research, sales, and virtually all animal-related fields.

In 2024, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an almost 20% increase in growth for the veterinary industry.

On average, about 25,800 openings for veterinary nurses/technicians are expected each year over the next decade.

Harcum 31 Along with the high demand for veterinary nurses, increased salaries have made this field more appealing than ever.

Each semester, Harcum hosts a job fair with local employers, with many who are Harcum graduates, eager to mentor and help guide the next generation of veterinary nurses.

Harcum College admits Veterinary Nursing students in both the fall and spring semesters.

For more information or to apply, visit www.harcum.edu/vet

It takes a village, and Cold Spring Farm has an amazing one

Details: March 31, 2025; By Staff Writers

The joys of horseback riding are so much more than just saddling up; its about the memories, experiences, and friendships (both four legged and two) that you gain in the process.

ColdSpring At Cold Spring Farm we are geared towards starting beginner hunter/jumper riders with a proper foundation that will last a lifetime, as well as developing more advanced riders who are currently competing at horse shows or aspire to.

We also specialize in helping riders regain confidence lost in the saddle, and matching riders with a safe and suitable partner to learn on.

We are a full service equestrian facility situated conveniently off of Routes 10 &1 in the beautiful rolling fields of Chester County, Pa.

We offer quality horse and pony boarding, top quality horses/ponies for sale (and lease), year-round horseback riding lessons, horse training and consignment, unicorn pony parties, and horseback riding summer camp.

Our trainers and staff are always available to answer questions, offer support accommodate each horse and rider's needs.

Our riders work together, cheer each other on, and build each other up.

That is what barn family is all about.

Reach out at 610.324.3851 or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The U.S. won the League of Nations in Ocala in a thrilling finish

Details: March 24, 2025; By SARA CAVANAGH

OCALA,Fla.--In a hard fought, thrilling finish that came down to the last two riders in the ring, the U.S. won the League of Nations at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala by just one fault over Germany on Saturday, March 22.

Podium by Allen MacMillan DSC 4090 The winning U.S. team (Photo by Allen MacMillan)Germany's Sophie Hinners on Ion Dames Sinclair went second to last, with German on five faults, and she put in a beautiful clean round to leave it all up to the final rider for the U.S., Mclain Ward on Ilex

With the U.S. on four faults, Ward had to go clean for the U.S. to win, and he later put it all into words.

"These are the moments you live for. I was coming down the ramp into the ring, and I actually had a little smile on my face when i heard Sophie went clean. I said `Okay.game on. This is what we do.’ You focus. That’s what you live for.”

“I think the drama at the end is a testament to the format; it makes for excellent sport and competition,” said Ward, 49, who spent four weeks on the sidelines this winter after being injured in a fall. “I don’t know how many times now I’ve been in that position of having to jump clear. I’d be lying to tell you it isn’t filled with some nerves and anxiety."

“I’ve said it many times before: I love the format that the League of Nations has, specifically for the excitement,” said chef d’equipe Robert Ridland. “This was a very exciting class and of course, it’s always nice to be on the right end of the excitement."

Point-to-Point race season is about to get underway with Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point Races

Details: January 9, 2025; By Staff Writers

The Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point is scheduled for Sunday, April 6.

brandy p 1 Scarlet Davies aboard Brave Deacon over the stone wall in the Ladies Race in 2024 (Photo by Jim Graham)
This is the oldest point-to-point in the Delaware Valley and proceeds benefit the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s environmental education and watershed conservation programs.

The Presenting Sponsor is the Radnor Hunt Foxhunters & The Hounds Foundation.

Race day offers fun and exciting pony and horse races, a parade of foxhounds, antique cars and a children’s activities area.

The day begins with the Junior Field Master Chase at 12 Noon, followed by four pony races on the flat as well as bouncy pony races.

At 1:45 p.m., jump races begin with the Ladies’ Race followed by the Amateur Apprentice, Novice, Open and conclude with the Side Saddle Race at 3:45 PM.

Gates open at 11 a.m., off Route 842 with preferred parking at $60 near the finish line, and general admission parking for $25 per car.

brandy p 2 Jockeys over the last fence at the 2024 Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point Races.( Photo By Jim Graham)
Cash only at the gate on race day for parking.

Refreshments will be available on-site for purchase from the Saloon 151 food truck.

NEW FOR 2025…...We are holding an online auction.

Check out the items at 32AuctionsLLC.

The bidding begins on Febr.23 and closes at 2 p.m., on race day.

Some of the auction items include a trip, artwork, restaurant certificates, jewelry and Devon Horse Show box seats.

The H.E. Myrick Conservation Center is the headquarters of the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance.

brandy p 3 All smiles after getting his ribbon in the 2024 Leadline Pony Race. (Photo by Tisa Della-Volpe)The 318-acre property is located in Pocopson Township along Route 842, six miles west of West Chester and three miles east of Unionville.

Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Contact Betsy @ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 610-793-1090.

Visit www.brandywineredclay.org for more information.

The fourth annual Mount Harmon Wicomico Hunt Point to Point returns April 13

Details: February 13, 2025; By Staff Writers

EARLEVILLE, Md.--Mount Harmon Plantation and Wicomico Hunt Club are co-hosting the not to be missed event of the spring and a wonderful day in the country for friends, families, and the community to enjoy ~ the 4th running of the Mount Harmon-Wicomico Point-to-Point races on April 13.

Wico 1 Plan to join us for a great day of spring races at one of Maryland’s most beautiful historic sites, featuring 10 races, including timber, flat, and pony races that kick off at 10:00 am.

There are Side Saddle exhibition race and Fieid Master Chase races too.

The point to point races are part of Delaware Valley Point-to-Point series and the Maryland Steeplechase Governor’s Cup Series, and it's Maryland’s only waterfront point-to-point races!

After the morning pony races, there will be a will be a special Junior and Invitational Field Master Chase, followed by a special Side Saddle Exhibition race, the Wicomico Hunt Club Hound Parade, Brandywine Valley Driving Club Antique Carriage Parade, and judging of Tailgate & Hat Contests.

Post time for the afternoon timber races is at 1:30pm.

Wico 2 The featured race is the Wicomico Hunt Cup, an open event over the three-mile Mount Harmon Course, with a Post Time at 3 pm.

Don’t miss our Point to Point Marketplace with Open Air Food Court, Tavern and Marketplace with dozens of artisan and equestrian vendors and merchants!

Mount Harmon features a restored 18th century plantation with a manor house, a formal boxwood garden, a 200-acre nature preserve, miles of scenic nature trails and a stunning waterfront setting.

Wico 3 Mount Harmon is open for guided tours May to October and two Day Pass visitors to enjoy the historic grounds and nature preserve daily year
round.

The racecourse was completed for our April 2022 inaugural event, and includes 11 timber fences set on established turf.

Over 1,000 attend the point to point each year to enjoy a full day of spring point -to-point racing in the countryside overlooking the Sassafras River.

Advanced tickets only. Tailgates, sponsorships, tickets, and advertising opportunities are available online at www.mountharmon.org.

Wico 4 For event information visit www.mountharmonpointtopoint.com and for press credentials email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For race information, contact Brooke Boyer 302-530-6975, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Proceeds benefit Mount Harmon Plantation and Wicomico Hunt Club, two organizations dedicated to preserving open space and that celebrate the Eastern Shore’s equestrian heritage.

Mount Harmon Plantation, 600 Mount Harmon Road, POB 65, Earleville, MD 21919.

www.mountharmon.org, 410-275-8819 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Budweiser Clydesdales return to the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair

Details: March 15, 2025; By Staff Writers

DEVON, Pa.--The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is excited to welcome the Budweiser Clydesdales back to our 2025 event!

Devon Clydesdales ad This year, the Budweiser Clydesdales will make appearances in the Dixon Oval on Thursday, May 29, Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31.

the Clydesdales were formally introduced to August A. Busch Sr. and Anheuser-Busch on April 7, 1933, to celebrate the repeal of Prohibition.

August A. Busch Jr. wanted to commemorate the special day, and to his father’s delight, the hitch thundered down Pestalozzi Street carrying the first case of post-Prohibition beer from the St. Louis brewery.

August Anheuser Busch Jr. was a master showman and irrepressible salesman who turned a small family operation into the world’s largest brewing company.

There are five traveling hitches and one stationary.

To qualify for one of the six hitches a Budweiser Clydesdale must be a gelding at least 4 years of age.

He must stand 72 inches, or 6 feet, at the shoulder when fully mature, weigh between 1,800 and 2,300 pounds, be bay in color, have four white stocking feet, a blaze of white on the face, and a black mane and tail.

Devon Horse Show and Country Fair to run May 21 to June 1

Details: February 23, 2025; By Staff Writers

DEVON, Pa.--In a welcome sign that spring is near after this freezing, icy winter, the 2025 Prize List for the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, to be held May 21 to June 1, is now available online!

Devon jumper right side The 12 day show begins with junior weekend, which runs Wednesday, May 21 through Sunday, May 25 with pony breeding, pony hunters, junior hunters and jumpers and equitation, along with special classes Hunt Teams, Parent and Child and Family on Saturday evening.

Sunday, May 25 also opens eight days of adult competition with the Carriage Pleasure Drive arriving at the Dixon Oval at 12 noon for the final judging of various divisions followed by the Championship Drive Off.

Sunday features the exciting Devon Arena Eventing, which utilizes both the Dixon Oval and the Wheeler Ring.

Get your tickets early for Arena Eventing, as it has been a sell-out evening since its inception.

Hunters are featured Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, with Jumpers beginning on Tuesday evening with the Welcome Stake at 7 p.m.

DRIVING classes, three- and five-gaited saddle horses, roadster and harness horses and ponies compete every evening from Monday, Memorial Day, through Saturday, May 31.

Thursday is Devon's biggest and most exciting day with the $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby beginning at 8:30 a.m., and the $226,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon, with opening ceremonies at 7:15 p.m.

Amateur jumpers begin Thursday with amateur-owner hunters starting Friday.

The jumper Speed Derby is Friday evening, with the Idle Dice Stake and championship Saturday evening.

Breeding classes are featured all day Sunday to conclude the competition at the 2025 Devon Horse Show and Country Fair.

Shopping at the boutiques in the Country Fair, along with rides and games for youngsters at the fair and fine food at various concessions, are featured daily and throughout the evenings.

Brandywine Ace Pet & Farm & Oxford Feed & Lumber, Your Trusted Source for Quality Feed, Supplies & More

Details: March 1, 2025; By Staff Writers

For over 100 years, Oxford Feed & Lumber and Brandywine Ace Pet & Farm have been trusted names in Chester County, proudly serving generations of farmers, pet owners, and equestrians.

Ace 1a From the beginning, we’ve been committed to providing top-quality products, exceptional customer service, and convenient delivery options to meet your needs.

We specialize in premium horse feed and supplies, offering a wide selection of trusted brands to ensure your horse’s nutritional needs are met—delivered right to your barn.

We focus on offering proven brands, such as Purina, Triple Crown, Nutrena, Pro Elte & Tribute.

In addition to equine products, we carry an extensive range of feed for livestock, poultry, small animals, and pets.

Our dedicated pet section features top-tier dog and cat foods, treats, and accessories.

Wild bird enthusiasts find a variety of feeds and supplies to keep their backyard visitors happy.

For those managing larger equine operations, our reliable equine feed delivery service makes stocking up easy and convenient.

If your horse has digestive concerns, we also offer Equine Feeding Trials to help determine the best nutrition plan for them.

Ace 1 One of the most exciting times of the year is Chick Season!

We offer a wide variety of chick breeds and host a thriving online community through our social medial pages and Hen Huddle Facebook group.

Our annual Flock Talk bring together the poultry community and provides expert poultry education, while our Peep Show showcases rare breeds of chicks, ducks, and guineas.

From starter feed to coops and heating supplies, we have everything you need to raise happy, healthy birds.

At Brandywine Ace Pet & Farm and Oxford Feed & Lumber, we’re more than a store—we’re a family committed to serving our community.

Whether you're managing a farm, caring for pets, or starting your first flock, you can count on us for quality products, knowledgeable advice, and friendly service.

Visit us today and experience the tradition of trust and excellence that has kept us thriving for over a century!

Find us online at Brandywine Ace Facebook, Oxford Feed Facebook , and on Instagram.

Contact us at our Brandywine location at (610) 793-3080, or at our Oxford locationat (610) 932-8521.

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Details: February 28, 2025; By Staff Writers

RevitaVet delivers powerful therapeutic benefits

Details: May 8, 2023; By Staff Writers

With over 50 years of independent research worldwide, Infrared therapy, also known as photo and lighttherapy, has been shown to deliver powerful therapeutic benefits to living tissues and organisms.

Vet 1 As an industry leader of equestrian preventative maintenance and rehabilitation devices, our mission at RevitaVet is to educate competitors and horse owners of all disciplines on the benefits infrared/photo therapy, and advantages of addressing costly issues as, or even before they arise.

RevitaVet is non-invasive, safe, portable and easy to use.

The RevitaVet IR2C Systems offers not only the leading technology in non-invasive care for conditions from abscesses to torn suspensories and anything in between, including saddle sores and various musculoskeletal injuries.

Vet 2 You can apply RevitaVet on virtually any part of the horse, but it has set the precedent for preventive maintenance.

The IR2C is easily applied to the horse, or other animal large or small, and delivers safe and effective pulsed infrared light therapy which stimulates the body’s natural ability to heal, but at an accelerated pace.

The application can be five to15 minutes and the system offers seven selectable frequencies, thus allowing for a customized therapy.

Treatment will not harm healthy tissue and has no known negative side effects.

Vet 3 RevitaVet also has wireless devices that address ankles, back, hocks, hooves, knees, tendons and the poll.

As of late, numerous PEMF therapists are now embracing RevitaVet as a companion therapy.

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RevitaVet® is manufactured in the USA to the highest quality, and guarantees professional results.

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The Kentucky International CSI5*: A New Pinnacle in Show Jumping

Details: February 27, 2025; By Staff Writers

LEXINGTON, Ky.--The Kentucky International CSI5*, presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, has officially stepped onto the world stage as an elite 5-star show jumping competition, cementing its place among the sport’s most prestigious events.

Ky jump 1 Taking place April 23-26, 2025, in the Rolex Stadium at the Kentucky Horse Park, this event will run concurrently with the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI5*-L, presented by MARS Equestrian™, and the Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S, marking the first time that competitions of this caliber have been held together at the same venue.

Ky jump 2 This milestone makes Kentucky the ultimate equestrian destination for the final weekend in April, bringing together the world's top show jumpers and eventers in a single, action-packed week.

Spectators can watch five-star horse and rider duos tackle the legendary cross-country course by day and return to Rolex Stadium for the excitement of the CSI5* competition under the lights each evening.

Ky jump 3 The competition schedule features four days of elite show jumping, culminating in the $400,000 CSI5* Grand Prix on April 26, where the sport’s best will battle for victory over a challenging 1.60m track.

With the unparalleled atmosphere of the Kentucky Horse Park, a crowd of passionate equestrian fans, and a lineup of the sport’s biggest names, this historic week will be one for the record books.

Tickets are on sale now—don’t miss your chance to witness world-class competition at its finest!

For more infromation, call (859)254-8123.