Rodrigo Pessoa and HH Let’s Fly Soar to Victory in $30,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 1
Friday, January 11 2013
Wellington, FL – January 10, 2013 -Brazil’s Rodrigo Pessoa and HH Let’s Fly galloped to victory in the $30,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 1 on the second day of competition at the 2013 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF) on Thursday. After kicking the year off with a second place finish in last weekend’s inaugural $100,000 Trump Invitational Grand Prix, the duo is off to the races with a win to start their winter circuit.
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Join Us for 2013 Ride & Learn Clinic Series at PBIEC!
Friday, January 11 2013
Wellington, FL – January 10, 2013 – Equestrian Sport Productions is pleased to announce that their Ride & Learn Series presented by Palm Beach Riding Academy and Lunch & Learn Series presented by Copy and Print Depot at Office Depot will return for the 2013 season during the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival.
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Kitten’s Kid – Available for Adoption!
Thursday, January 10 2013
Meet the stunning 4 year old, 16.1hh Thoroughbred gelding “Kitten’s Kid” now available for adoption from our Lexington, Kentucky facility! Kitten’s Kid is a stunning chestnut gelding by Kitten’s Joy and out of a Lemon Drop Kid dam. He is incredibly sweet, easy-going, and a dream to handle. Kitten gets along very well with others and is currently turned out with four other geldings in a large field all day.
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World Dressage Masters Horse and Rider Competitors Announced
Wednesday, January 09 2013
Wellington, FL-January 8, 2013 -The line-up for the World Dressage Masters (WDM) Palm Beach, presented by Wellington Classic Dressage, will feature a star-studded cast of riders and horses for the January 23-27 event at the Palm Beach County Jim Brandon Equestrian Center. The riders confirmed their participation and the horses are arriving in Florida to compete head-to-head for their share of over €100,000 (EUR), or about $131,850 (USD), in prize money. The World Dressage Masters series, presented by the Axel Johnson Group featured over €450,000 (EUR) in prize money over their 2012 series, making it one of the richest dressage series in the world. Patrik Kittel Photo by SusanJStickle.com “I think we have a fantastic line-up and we will really see top competition for this year’s WDM Palm Beach,” said Noreen O’Sullivan, Show Manager and Managing Partner of Wellington Classic Dressage, organizers of the event. “For most of these riders, this will be the only appearance in Florida under the lights at Jim Brandon, so this is surely an event not to be missed.” John van de Laar, Managing Director of WDM, said, “The WDM Palm Beach show has been on the WDM calendar from the very beginning. This is THE show where the U.S
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The Prize Package For the FTI WEF Sidelines Magazine Showing Contest Keeps Growing!
Wednesday, January 09 2013
By Jan Westmark-Allan The International Arena at the Winter Equestrian Festival Great news – a few more perks have been added to the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival Sidelines Magazine Exclusive Showing Vacation Contest! The prize package is getting better and better!! Originally the winner (and their guest or parent if the winner is under 18) was going to have the opportunity to enjoy one amazing dinner in the VIP tent – now they get three meals in the VIP tent – and that’s $200 per person per meal – YUM!! This exclusive showing vacation is a three-day weekend package during the 11 th week of FTI WEF, March 22-24, 2013. The prize package has a value of between $4,000 and $5,000. Any age can enter! You will be provided with a horse or pony to show in the division you are qualified for
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Dog of the Day – Harvey
Tuesday, January 08 2013
I am looking for that special someone to adopt me and give me a forever home. If you are interested in adopting me, please fill out the adoption form online or contact Big Dog Ranch Rescue (561) 309-3311 or email: adoptions@bdrr.org.
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Fine Chap – Available for Adoption!
Tuesday, January 08 2013
Introducing 4 year old, 16.2hh Thoroughbred gelding “Fine Chap” now available for adoption in Bluffton, South Carolina! Our prediction is Fine Chap is going to be famous one day! He has all the components that when patiently nurtured will produce a champion. Bloodlines include: Northern Dancer, Secretariat, Halo and the one he reminds us most of Terlingua. This good boy has a great body to grow into at which point he could use it in dressage, eventing or hunter/jumpers.
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“War Horse” A Must-See for Horse Enthusiasts
Sunday, January 06 2013
By Dani Mortiz – Sidelines Staff Writer The bond between a boy and his horse as seen in the Broadway play “War Horse.” When my dad told me I was in for a surprise this past December, I have to admit I was a little concerned. What could my dad possibly have in store for my family and I
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Dog of the Day – Diva
Thursday, January 03 2013
My name is Diva, a Weim/Choc lab mix, I am going to be on the smaller side. I get along with all other dogs, pups and cats. I walk well on a leash and love snuggling. Won’t you come meet me at Big Dog Ranch soon
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Hey Byrn – Preakness Runner Now Available for Adoption!
Wednesday, January 02 2013
Introducing 7 year old, 16.1hh Thoroughbred gelding “Hey Byrn” now available for adoption from our Lexington, KY facility! Check out his profile! Hey Byrn is a 7 yr old gelding who has faced his share of highs and lows. As a 3yr old, he was busy winning the Grade 2 Holy Bull Stakes and running 7 th among the elite of his crop in the Grade 1 Preakness. A couple years later, as a 6yr old, he found himself running for $5k claiming in Delaware with an ankle that was nearly imploding.
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