Saturday, July 05 2014 / Published in General

The Colorado Horse Park and Griffis Residential Present the Military and First Responders Appreciation Day July 19

Parker, CO – July 3, 2014 – Colorado Horse Park’s Summer in the Rockies brings thousands of horses and riders to the Denver area over the course of its six-week run. This year the show is bigger than ever, with even larger numbers of competitors traveling from all over the United States to compete in show jumping and enjoy the ideal Colorado weather and the wonderful amenities of the Colorado Horse Park and surrounding areas.

John Pearce and Johnny B Good sail over the Griffis Residential oxer. Photo by Carrie Wirth

Each Saturday during the show, some of North America’s best show jumping athletes and their horses compete in a Grand Prix. The jumps are raised and the riders and horses are challenged over intricate and skill-testing courses in the Kathy and Brad Coors Family Grand Prix Arena at the Colorado Horse Park. Those with clear rounds return to compete over a shortened course for the fastest time. The excitement that ensues is engaging to all as the riders pilot their equine partners to vie for the win. Area spectators are welcome and encouraged to experience the excitement of one of the few Olympic sports where men compete equally against women.

Karina Aziz and Top Gun. Photo by Flying Horse Photography

On Saturday, July 19, the Colorado Horse Park will hold Military and First Responders Appreciation Day to honor current military and veterans of all branches, first responders, police officers and firefighters and their families. Enjoy free admission, entertainment for kids and the thrills of the $50,000 Griffis Residential Grand Prix at 4 p.m.

About Griffis Residential

Griffis Residential is a Colorado-based company that owns and manages a distinct portfolio of attainable high-quality apartment communities in premier locations. The Griffis Residential team delivers impeccable service and makes the highest quality guest experience their priority.

Go to http://www.griffisresidential.com/ for more information.

About the Colorado Horse Park

Celebrating its 21st Anniversary, the Colorado Horse Park was founded by visionary Helen Krieble who acknowledged the need for a high-volume horse show and horse boarding facility to serve Colorado. The Colorado Horse Park welcomes more than 35,000 visitors per year and hosts over 40 competitions annually. CHP features a derby arena designed by Olympic designer Linda Allen and a cross-country course designed by Olympic Gold Medalist David O’Connor and eventing super-star James Atkinson. There are 300 permanent stalls with capacity for more than 1,000 stalls.

The picturesque property, located only minutes from the town of Parker, hosts international equestrian events in multiple disciplines. Visitors enjoy the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountain surroundings and access to miles of trails and open space. The Colorado Horse Park is committed to supporting equestrian education and amateur athletics, preserving open space, fundraising for local charities and supporting the community.

Visit CHP at: http://coloradohorsepark.com/

The Colorado Horse Park Summer in the Rockies Fast Facts

What: Summer in the Rockies AA-Rated Hunter Jumper Show Series

Event Dates:

June 4-8 Summer in the Rockies I

June 11-15 Summer in the Rockies II

June 18-22 Summer in the Rockies III

July 2-6 Summer in the Rockies IV

July 9-13 Summer in the Rockies V

July 16-20 Summer in the Rockies VI

Hunter Highlights:

$5,000 National Hunter Derby – Week III

$15,000 International Hunter Derby Sponsored by Winsome Farm – Week III

$10,000 National Hunter Derby – Week V

$40,000 International Hunter Derby Sponsored by Serenity Farm – Week V

Grand Prix Events:

$25,000 Summer in the Rockies Grand Prix sponsored by Holiday Inn of Parker Grand Prix – Week I

$25,000 Summer in the Rockies Grand Prix sponsored by Littleton Equine Medical and Platinum Performance – Week II

$30,000 Summer in the Rockies Grand Prix Sponsored by McElvain Energy – Week III

$30,000 Summer in the Rockies Grand Prix Sponsored by Kubota – Week IV

$50,000 Kathy and Brad Coors Family Grand Prix – Week V

$50,000 Griffis Residential Grand Prix – Week VI

Plus:

$10,000 July Grand Prix Rider Bonus for the Leading Grand Prix RiderSponsored by The Kathy and Brad Coors Family – Weeks IV – VI

Directions:

Show Grounds Address: 7375 E Bayou Gulch Rd, Parker, CO 80134

From North: I-25S exit Ridgegate Parkway – go east under the freeway. Ridgegate Parkway to S. Chambers Road, approx 3 miles (Traffic light) – turn right/south onto Chambers Road. At end of Chambers Road turn left/east onto Hess Road. Hess Road to Parker Road/Hwy 83 – turn right/south onto Hwy 83 approx 4 miles to Bayou Gulch Road. (Traffic light). Follow signs to Colorado Horse Park.

From South: I-25N, exit Founder’s Parkway. Founder’s Parkway to Highway 86, approx 4 miles (traffic light). Turn east/left onto Hwy. 86 to Franktown/Hwy 83. At Franktown go north on 83 approx. 7 mi. to Bayou Gulch Rd. (Traffic light), turn right/east onto Bayou Gulch Rd. Follow signs to Colorado Horse Park.

The Colorado Horse Park Summer in the Rockies Fast Facts

What: Summer in the Rockies AA-Rated Hunter Jumper Show Series

Event Dates:
June 4-8 Summer in the Rockies I
June 11-15 Summer in the Rockies II
June 18-22 Summer in the Rockies III*
July 2-6 Summer in the Rockies IV
July 9-13 Summer in the Rockies V*
July 16-20 Summer in the Rockies VI
*WCHR Member Events

Hunter Highlights:
$5,000 National Hunter Derby – Week III
$15,000 International Hunter Derby sponsored by Winsome Farm – Week III
$10,000 National Hunter Derby – Week V
$40,000 International Hunter Derby sponsored by Serenity Farm – Week V

Jumper Highlights:
$25,000 Summer in the Rockies Grand Prix sponsored by Holiday Inn of Parker Grand Prix – Week I
$25,000 Summer in the Rockies Grand Prix sponsored by Littleton Equine Medical and Platinum Performance – Week II
$30,000 Summer in the Rockies Grand Prix sponsored by McElvain Energy – Week III
$30,000 Summer in the Rockies Grand Prix sponsored by Griffis Residential – Week IV
$50,000 Kathy and Brad Coors Family Grand Prix – Week V
$50,000 Parker Adventist Hospital Grand Prix – Week VI
$10,000 High Junior/Amateur Owner Classic sponsored by The Kathy and Brad Coors Family
$20,000 High Junior/Amateur Owner Classic sponsored by The Kathy and Brad Coors Family

Plus:
$10,000 July Grand Prix Rider Bonus for the Leading Grand Prix Rider sponsored by The Kathy and Brad Coors Family – Weeks IV – VI

Prize List:
Click here for an online version of the prize list.

Visit CHP at: http://coloradohorsepark.com/

To access the schedule: http://coloradohorsepark.com/events