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Next Week's Fairfield County Hunt Club June Benefit Horse Show - Exciting Equestrian Competition, Philanthrophy & Family Fun!
WESTPORT, CT - June 11, 2013 - The Fairfield County Hunt Club June Horse Show starting next week on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, promises action packed equestrian competition, and is a great family activity.
With free admission and free parking all week, the public is welcome to come watch national and local equestrians of all ages compete, shop at the onsite boutiques, and take advantage of the full service, gourmet food and beverage concession offering refreshments, breakfast, lunch, dinner each day.
The show's generous individual and corporate sponsors will be on hand throughout the week to present awards to the ribbon winners of more than 250 classes. Official Sponsors include Ariat International, Audi Fairfield, Mercedes Benz of Fairfield, and Porsche of Fairfield, Moffly Media, Nestlè Waters North America and Wells Fargo Advisors and George N. Venizelos. New this year, Terrain of Westport has signed on as the Garden Sponsor to decorate the Winner's Circle.
The show benefits the EQUUS Foundation, a national 501(c)(3) charitable foundation dedicated to ensuring the well-being of horses, fostering the horse-human bond, enabling the therapeutic use of horses and educating the public on the horse's unique ability to empower, teach and heal.
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Trip of the Day Award
sponsored by EQUUS Foundation
Armbands will be on sale in the horse show office and in the VIP Tent for a $20 tax-deductible donation. |
New this year, exhibitors can display their support for horse welfare by wearing the Official EQUUS Foundation Armband and compete for the Trip of the Day Award sponsored by the EQUUS Foundation The judges will select the "Best Ride each day in each competition ring" from among those competitors wearing the armband.
Winners will receive the official "Best Ride" ribbon and will be included in the next year’s Parade of Champions in the show program. Spectators are also welcome to wear the armband to show support.
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Thursday afternoon, June 20, and Saturday, June 22, will feature top show jumping competition and social activities for the general public!
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On Thursday, competitors and spectators are invited to attend the "Meet & Greet Wine & Cheese Party" from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the VIP Tent to watch the $7,500 Poland Spring Welcome Jumper Stake. The wine has been graciously donated by the Country Liquor Store on Newtown Turnpike in Westport.
The $7,500 Poland Spring Welcome Jumper Stake presented by Nestlè Waters North America provides the opportunity for a dry run before most of these same riders and horses compete in Saturday’s Grand Prix.
Thursday will also feature the Earth Animal Pet Parade from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. All pets are welcome and invited to assemble with their owners on the Clubhouse lawn for the parade followed by tricks and treats.
It’s free!
Register your pet online at equusfoundation.org/pet-parade.
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Saturday's featured events start with Family Fun Day from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. sponsored by Nestlè Waters North America - with free pony rides, a horseless horse show and arts & crafts by The Giggling Pig.
Official Automotive Sponsors Audi Fairfield, Mercedes Benz of Fairfield and Porsche of Fairfield will form the motorcade for the opening ceremonies of the $25,000 Grand Prix starting at 1:00 p.m.
United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Senior VP Sonja Keating will present the Heritage Competition Award to Tom Mullen, the Club’s President. The Heritage designation is the highest honor that can be achieved to a horse show in the United States by the USEF, the governing body of the equestrian sport. Only 16 horse shows of the more than 2,600 USEF competitions claim this distinction.
Also participating in the opening ceremonies will be Horse Show Co-Chairs Jane Henderson, Michele Ippolito and Jennifer Ross along with EQUUS Foundation President, Lynn Coakley, to offer best wishes to the Club on its 90th Birthday.
Saturday’s grand finale is the $25,000 Fairfield Grand Prix presented by Wells Fargo Advisors and George N. Venizelos starting at 1:30 p.m.
World renowned course designer Richard Jeffery was selected to design the challenging course of obstacles. The route chosen and every obstacle are designed to test the athletic prowess, speed and endurance of the world’s best jumping horses and their riders.
For those who wish to watch the Grand Prix ringside in style, the EQUUS Foundation will hold its benefit luncheon in conjunction with the Grand Prix starting at 11:30 a.m. The event will include a champagne reception, silent auction, and elegant luncheon served in the VIP Tent reserved exclusively for the guests of the EQUUS Foundation. Seating is available at $250 per person. Advance purchase is strongly suggested.
The Silent Auction will feature a myriad of unique offerings by Ariat International, Bartolo Restaurant, Caribiner's Indoor Climbing, Coastal Fine Finishes, Delamar Southport Hotel, The Dressing Room, Fairfield Hot Yoga, Fairfield Fencing Academy, The Field House, The Fit Club, Mr. & Mrs. Andrew J. Flower, Freedom Health LLC, Gymnastics & Cheerleading Academy (GCA), Hampton Classic Horse Show, Imperial Dental Associates, PC, Kieve Wavus Education, Inc., Dr. Robert & Carol Klimek, Margaret Bondy Interiors, Newman's Own, Osianna - A Mediterranian Taverna, Pegasus Equine Biomechanics, Reflections Photography, Shine Salonspa, Silver of Westport, Inc., Mike Snider, Venture Photography and Viking Yachts.
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Also new this year, the Horse Stars Hall of Fame Gallery will be on display in the VIP Tent. The hall of fame was established by EQUUS Foundation and the United States Equestrian Federation to share the stories of extraordinary horses both as athletes and humanitarians and to build a more informed and compassionate America that values the magical and powerful impact of horses in our lives.
Admission will be by wrist band at $20 per person which includes show days Tuesday through Friday. Complimentary coffee will be available each morning – along with complimentary water provided by Nestle Waters North America all day. All VIP Guests are welcome to present ribbons to class winners. View the Horse Stars Hall of Fame online at www.horsestarshalloffame.org.
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For More Information about the show, visit equusfoundation.org/fairfield;
email fairfield@equusfoundation.org • phone 203-259-1550
Fairfield County Hunt Club June Benefit Horse Show Fast Facts
WHEN: Tuesday-Saturday, June 18-22, 2013
WHERE: Fairfield County Hunt Club, 174 Long Lots Road, Westport, CT 06880
ADMISSION: Free Admission & Parking with onsite Food & Beverage Concession
CHARITABLE BENEFICIARY: EQUUS Foundation, equusfoundation.org
CONTACT: Lynn Coakley, 203-259-1550; fairfield@equusfoundation.org
CO-CHAIRS: Jane Henderson, Michele Ippolito, and Jennifer Ross
FEATURED CLASSES & EVENTS:
Thursday, June 20, 2013: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
$7,500 Poland Spring Welcome Jumper Stake
Meet & Greet Wine & Cheese Party – Competitors and Spectators Welcome, VIP Tent
Earth Animal Pet Parade – All Pets Welcome! 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Clubhouse Lawn. Register your pet online at equusfoundation.org/pet-parade.
Saturday, June 22, 2013: 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Family Fun Day & $25,000 Show Jumping Grand Prix
Family Fun Day – 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m sponsored by Nestlè Waters North America with Free Pony Rides, Horseless Horse Show & Arts & Crafts by The Giggling Pig
EQUUS Foundation Benefit Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., VIP Tent, $250 donation per per person.
Leadline – Not Before 12:00 noon.
$25,000 Show Jumping Grand Prix – 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. presented by Wells Fargo Advisors and George N. Venizelos
Shopping at Paddock Boutiques & Vendor Row:
Tue: 10 am – 4 pm; Wed: 10 am – 4 pm; Thu: 10 am - 6 pm; Fri: 10 am – 4 pm; Sat: 10 am – 3 pm
Paddock Boutiques: Approximate Notions, Bainbridge and Company, Catch All, Charles Ancona, Dazzle Designs, Designs by Lillie, Groove, Katharine Page, Patrice, Peter Beaton, Inc., Preppy Player, Skiffingtons, Southport Galleries, The Stand Juice Company, Toggle Home Monogramming & Design, The Traveling Boutique, Venture Photography. Vendor Row: Agriventures Agway; Beval Saddlery; FarmVet, Reflections Photography.
Official Sponsors:
Ariat International, Audi Fairfield, Mercedes Benz of Fairfield, Moffly Media, Nestlè Waters North America, Porsche of Fairfield, Wells Fargo Advisors & George N. Venizelos.
Gold Medal Sponsors:
Avenue Capital Group, Phyllis Collins, Fairfield Equine Associates, Jane Henderson & Michaela & Sean Pritchett, Coach Kitt & Westport PAL Defensive Line, Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Mullen, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank Global Corporate Services, Jennifer & Eric Ross, Christina Seale
Silver Medal Sponsors:
Robert E. Cacchione, Mr. & Mrs. Geoffrey Coley, Ann T. D'Addario Family Foundation, Lawrence D’Addario & Patricia Keenan, Gary Goldberg Financial Services, Tracy & Christian Harris, William R. Harris Jr., Dr. & Mrs. Steven Herman, Hi Ho Petroleum, Hospital for Special Surgery, Imperial Dental Associates, PC, Kennedy Equine Transport, Margaret Bondy Interiors, Mr. & Mrs. Juan Pablo Mejia Fanjul, Laure Sudreau Rippe & William Rippe.
Bronze Medal Sponsors:
Agriventures Agway, Dr. Wynatte Chu, Dr. & Mrs. Charles Cornell, Mr. & Mrs. Andrew J. Flower, David Goodwin, The Walker Family, Mr. & Mrs. Mark Zand
About The EQUUS Foundation
The EQUUS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity established in 2002, also known as Horse Charities of America, is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of horses, fostering the horse-human bond, advancing the therapeutic use of horses for those in need, and educating the public about the horse's unique ability to power, teach and heal. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Contact the EQUUS Foundation, Inc., at 168 Long Lots Road, Westport, CT 06880, Tele: (203) 259-1550, E-Mail: mail@equusfoundation.org, Website: equusfoundation.org.
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