September 2019 Issue

OUR TH YEAR 3 - PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT 280 LANC., PA 17604 Vol. 26 No. 9 (Continued on page 13) September 2019 Jessica Jo Tate, Wellington, FL, and Faberge won the FEI Grand Prix CDIW qualifier and the Grand Prix Freestyle at Dressage at Devon in 2018. The Performance Division runs Thursday through Sun- day, September 26-29 at the Devon Horse Show grounds, Devon. PA. Photo credit: Hoof Print Images Expanded Pony Classes, Dressage Explorers, Vaulting Highlight Dressage at Devon From September 24 to 29, Dressage at Devon will welcome top horse breeders, top riders, top equines and equine enthusiasts to watch and compete in dressage at the historic Devon Horse Show Grounds in Devon PA. There is something for everyone here – from exciting equine perfor- mances, to gourmet food and charming outdoor cafes, to more than 60 vendors offering exclu- sive apparel, fine arts, jewelry and antiques – for equestrians and non-equestrians alike. Take a break and enjoy a full meal or a light snack in The Pub with its closed circuit coverage of the competition. The Magic of Dressage at Devon Dressage at Devon has a long tradition of great riders and great horses, performing from Fourth Level to the magical Grand Prix Musical Freestyle. The years of practice and part- nerships between rider and their equine partner culminate in their performance with amazing preci- sion and style. Breed Show News But these champions have to start somewhere! Many of the young horses in the breed classes have been carefully bred, tended and watched over as they grew. Many will go on to upper level dressage competitions and compete in the famed Dixon Oval. Others will excel in other disciplines. And that’s what the Breed Show is all about. New “ponies only” classes were well-received when they were introduced last year. These classes “mirror” the breed di- vision in-hand classes and will include Colt, Filly, Foal, Mare, Stallion Championships – based on qualifier classes. “Plus, as a result of our partnership with the National Dressage Pony Cup, points earned at Dressage at Devon will count towards year end awards,” said Mela- nie Sloyer, Chair of the Breed Division. The Individual Breed Classes (IBC) will be held on Tuesday September 24. The Tuesday schedule will also include the group classes such as Breeders Group, Get of Sire, and Produce of Dam. Plus, DaD is bring- ing back the popular Parade of Breeds at the conclusion of the IBC classes in which the winners of each IBC class are invited back into the Dixon Oval to receive a special Dressage at Devon rosette. Young (sport horse pros- pects), Mature (Breeding Stock) horses, and Materiale (under saddle) classes will be held on Wednesday, September 25. These classes will be qualifiers for the Dressage at Devon Cham- pionships and the United States Dressage Federation Breeders Championships - East Coast Se- ries. Championships will be held on Thursday. The Dressage at Devon Breed Show will feature horses of many ages, from mischievous foals to five and six year olds. Many are perfect prospects for other equestrian disciplines. Keep an eye out for green dots on their bridle number. They are for sale and could be your next champion. The Performance Division begins Thursday afternoon and D ressage at D evon P review ! Schedule...pg. 4  Breed Classes...pg. 6 Sponsors...pg. 8  Vendors...pg. 10 Ticket Information & Directions...pg. 12 September 24 - September 29, 2019 © 2012 Hoof Print Images Photo credit: Conklin Photographic Inside... Real Estate Showcase—Find your next farm! Pgs. 14-21 Readers share their memories of the Quentin Riding Club… pages 34-35 Blind therapeutic riding horse becomes a Breyer model … pg. 22 …and much more!