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The Cheshire Races on March 30 includes NSA recognized races

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March 6, 2025

By SARA CAVANAGH

UNIONVILLE, Pa.--The Cheshire Point-to-Point Races on Sunday, March 30 includes National Steeplechase recognized races.

Cheshire races (Photo by Jim Graham) This annual community tradition will be held at Plantation Field in the rolling hills of Chester County, Pennsylvania.

Join us to celebrate Open Space and experience the adrenaline rush of timber racing.

Whether you're a horse enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, this event is perfect for everyone.

The event runs rain or shine, so dress appropriately!

The races begin with the Small Pony Flat Race at 10:15 followed by the Medium and Large Pony races and then the Leadline at 11:15.

The Parade of Mr. Stewart’s Cheshire Foxhounds, led by Huntsman Mary Taylor Miller is scheduled for 11:30, along with a ceremony to celebrate the legacy of Mrs. Averell Penn Smith Walker.

The Mrs. Miles Valentine Side Saddle Race at approximately 1/2 mile begns a 12 noon, followed at half hour intervals by four timber races and two flat races.

The Joseph Walker, III Memorial Cheshire Bowl Open Timber at about three miles is the featured event, followed by the Louis Neilson III Memorial Apprentice Timber Race for apprentice riders, the Ashwell Stable Maiden Timber Race, The Mrs. P.F.N. Fanning Memorial Novice Timber Race, The Raford Boy Open Flat Race at approximately 1.5 miles and the Kathee Rengert Novice Rider Flat Race at approximately 7/8 mile.

General admission in $50, and Finish Line and Cheshire Crest parking is available.

Please Visit www.cheshirehuntconservancy.org or our Eventbrite page to purchase Tickets and view details.

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

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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..

Bucks County Horse Park

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January 31, 2025

By Emilie Brady

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

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January 9, 2025

By Staff Writers

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

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.

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.

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.

Amy Pippin of Line It Up is dedicated to training horses and students

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September 30, 2024

By Staff Writers

Amy Pippin is a lifelong horsewoman who has dedicated the last 30 years to training and educating horses and students.

She is a pony club and 4-H alumni and teaches students of all ages and abilities.

Her focus is to provide a safe, supportive and educational environment for the rider and horse to cultivate a partnership and work together to accomplish their goals.

Amy's lessons are taught primarily from a biomechanical perspective, working with students who may have struggled with traditional lessons in the past to build confidence and encourage resilience.

Riding is a complex skill that involves balance, coordination and an understanding of the horse’s movements.

I break down the elements of riding into manageable segments, emphasizing the significance of body position, leg aids and rein control.

Teaching students how to handle a horse on the ground is also important and lays the groundwork for confidence in the saddle.

At Line it Up we prioritize safety, mastering techniques and fostering a strong instructor-student bond.

We guide students on their journey to develop a strong rider-horse relationship and to become confident equestrians.

Riding is not just about the ride.

Students not only develop skills, but also learn to trust and value their relationship with the horse both in and out of the saddle.

Our equine programs are great for students who want to ride for recreation or who are interested in competing at local shows.

At Line it Up we offer a verity of programs including weekly riding lessons, IEA, year round camps, on and off-site horse shows, and other educational programs.

Line it Up is a participant and host of the local Triangle Show Series offering Hunter equitation, jumper, and Dressage shows year round!

For more information, go to https://www.lineitupfarm.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/LineitupEquine/

RevitaVet delivers powerful therapeutic benefits

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Several of our sponsored riders are Olympic gold and silver medalists and World Champions for various disciplines.

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

We also offer products to help your dogs and cats.

For more information call 602-513-1223 or visit our website at www.revitavet.com .

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February 28, 2025

By Staff Writers