"I'm sure I saw some carrots in here somewhere..." - Lafitte De Muze, probably |
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Week 2 Day 4
May 14th
Bruce's Field
Aiken, SC
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YOUR SOURCE FOR DAILY HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE AIKEN CHARITY HORSE SHOW
Find each day's updates on the Aiken Charity Horse Show's and Aiken Horse Park Foundation's social media pages or in your inbox. If you're not already on our mailing list and would like to subscribe, you can do so at the bottom of this letter, or on the home page of our website: aikenhorsepark.org
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We are so excited to welcome all of our friends back to Bruce's Field! We are working extremely hard to make this year's experience the best yet. Since 2019 we have been quietly laying the groundwork to kick off a capital campaign that will enable us to house more of our four legged friends in permanent stalls and to improve the competition layout by building a brand new featured events arena more aligned with the center of the venue, while also providing more schooling space in the Hunter 2/3 schooling area.
We have not yet raised all of the funds to complete this work, but in order to have in place many of these improvements prior to Aiken Charity 2022, we have been extremely fortunate to develop a solid relationship with Security Federal Bank here in Aiken, thus allowing us to forge ahead while we continue to fund-raise.
We hope each of you, as stakeholders in Bruce's Legacy will consider participating in our fundraising efforts. There are myriad ways and levels that everyone can support the campaign to help ensure that Bruce's Field is not only sustainable but a special venue for all to enjoy.
While we are progressing nicely, we remain an active construction site, and we ask for your patience and cooperation as we balance our expansion and running of the competition. Parking will be tight, and as such we have hired a parking liaison who will both assist and direct people to designated parking areas. Please help us help you to have a smooth and enjoyable experience.
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Randy Mullins Professional Sportsmanship Trophy
Donated by JP & Megan Godard
John Maldonado
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Leading Hunter Rider
The William Howard Trophy donate by Daniel Geitner & Tara Bostwick
Victoria Colvin
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Grand Young Jumper
David Jennings and Ziggy Blue PVF, owned by Lee Hatcher
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Grand 1.30 Jumper
Caroline Willard-Briles and Cadeau JH, owned by Rein Family, LLC.
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Grand 1.20 Jumper
Gavin Moylan and Beauwolf, owned by Alden Moylan
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Grand Overall Performance Hunter
The Pluser Trophy donated by Jack Wetzel
Amanda Steege and First Class, owned by Margot Peroni
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Grand Performance 3'3" Hunter
The Barrington Hills Trophy donated by Jack Wetzel
Amanda Steege and First Class, owned by Margot Peroni
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Grand Conformation Hunter
The Que Sara Trophy donated by Jack Wetzel
Caroline Willard-Briles and Necofino, owned by Rein Family, LLC.
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Grand Baby Green Hunter
The Holly Go Lightly Trophy donated by Lynn Carter
Amanda Steege and Karlotta, owned by Judy Rutkowski
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Grand High Performance 3'6"/3'9" Green Hunter
The RBD Perpetual Trophy donated by BJ Meeks
Amanda Steege and Lafitte De Muze, owned by Cheryl Olsten
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Grand Green Hunter 3'0"/3'3"
The Joey Darby Perpetual Trophy donated by Caroline Moran
Victoria Colvin and Trust, owned by Glade Run Farm, LLC.
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$50,000 Aiken Premiere Grand Prix
Sponsored by D&W Group and Jack Wetzel
First: Grant Seger and Plot Z, owned by Grey Fox Crossing
Second: Maggie Hill and Carerras H, owned by Summit Farms, LLC.
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$25,000 RBD Classic Cup USHJA International Hunter Derby
Sponsored by MeadowView Farm
The RBD Classic Cup Trophy donated by Jack Wetzel
First: Amanda Steege and Lafitte De Muze, owned by Cheryl Olsten
Second: Hunt Tosh and Autograph, owned by Ceil and Kenny Wheeler
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Jumper Style Award
Sponsored by Aiken Saddlery
Awarded to the jumper rider who in the opinion of the jumper judge, jumper announcer, and jumper ingate staff, exhibits exemplary sportsmanship, performance success, and overall presentation of horse and rider.
Week I: Maggie Hill
Week II: Hayley Barnhill
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$5,000 USHJA Pro National Hunter Derby
Sponsored by MeadowView Farm
The Janet Peterson Memorial Trophy donated by Daniel Geitner
First: Kristy Herrera and Valhalla, owned by Kate Ellis
Second: Brady Mitchell and Moore Park, owned by Rein Family, LLC
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$5,000 USHJA Junior & Amateur National Hunter Derby
Sponsored by Sherry Kozloff
First: Ava Svatos and Rio Oro, owned by Andrea Guzinski
Second: Kelsi Shevlin and Point Being, owned by Julie Curtin
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Performance Hunter 3'6"
Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Robert Hottensen
Champion: Kristy Herrera and Quimby, owned by John & Stephanie Ingram, LLC.
Reserve: Liza Boyd and Bettina, owned by Mary Caroline Nolan
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2'3" Aiken Horse Park Hunter NP
Champion: Cheryl Palmer and Limerick, owned by Cheryl Palmer
Reserve: Bella Latour and Narnia, owned by Lauren Hunt
Reserve: Lillian Geitner and Farewill, owned by Daniel Geitner
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2'0"/2'6" AHP NP Hunter
Champion: Judy Rutkowski and Spanish Harlem, owned by Judy Rutkowski
Reserve: Lisa Rossi and Black Rock, owned by Lisa Rossi
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1.30 Meter Open Jumper
Sponsored by Rosalie Midyette
Champion: Jelmer Hoekstra and Enjoy, owned by Daniel Geitner
Reserve: Cari Gleeson and Flight, owned by Cari Gleeson
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5 Year Old Young Jumper
Sponsored by Full Circle Farm
Champion: David Jennings and Conny 424, owned by Amy Shafmaster
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7 & 8 Year Old Young Jumper
Sponsored by Full Circle Farm
Champion: David Jennings and Ziggy Blue PVF, owned by Lee Hatcher
Reserve: Michelle Lang-McMahon and KS Rubellite, owned by Michelle Lang-McMahon
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6 Year Old Young Jumper
Sponsored by Full Circle Farm
Champion: Gavin Moylan and Balounita, owned by Mr. and Mrs. Gavin Moylan
Reserve: Emily Smith and Questor ETC, owned by Elizabeth Patrick
Reserve: Jelmer Hoekstra and Fernhill Like That, owned by Julie Richards
Reserve: Mustafa Shah and Constantino V, owned by Mustafa Shah
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Performance Hunter 3'3"
Sponsored by Pine Hollow Farm
Champion: Amanda Steege and First Class, owned by Margot Peroni
Champion: Jared Depermentier and Heckfield, owned by John & Stephanie Ingram, LLC.
Reserve: Jared Depermentier and Dinner At 8, owned by John & Stephanie Ingram, LLC.
Reserve: Julie Curtin and Storied, owned by Sam McCoy
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3'0" AHP NP Hunter
Champion: Kate Richardson and Capital Gains, owned by David Hanley
Reserve: Madelyn Godard and Cryptonite Z, owned by Drew Coster
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1.20 Open Jumper
Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Darin Rado
Champion: David Jennings and Howdi, owned by Jessica Peters
Champion: Emily Smith and Kiruso H, owned by Melissa Woodson
Champion: Ian Liston and Champion De Luxe, owned by Ian Liston
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$10,000 Welcome Stake
Sponsored by Aiken Saddlery
First: Grant Seger and Yoghi FLP, owned by Fox Lair Performance, LLC.
Second: Harold Chopping and Gerderieka II VL, owned by Rein Family, LLC.
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High Performance 3'9"/3'6" Green Working Hunter
Sponsored by Sabrina Hellman
Champion: Victoria Colvin and Mastermind, owned by Karen Bruce
Reserve: Amanda Steege and Jordan, owned by Margot Peroni
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Conformation Hunter
Sponsored by the Ingram Family
Champion: Caroline Willard Briles and Necofino, owned by Rein Family, LLC.
Reserve: Cathy Geitner and Coltrane, owned by Kate Richardson
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Baby Green Hunter
Sponsored by Lynn Carter
Champion: Amanda Steege and Karlotta, owned by Judy Rutkowski
Reserve: Cathy Geitner and Graphyx, owned by Linda Shuford
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3'3" Green Hunter
Champion: Victoria Colvin and Trust, owned by Glade Run Farm, LLC.
Reserve: Amanda Steege and Tangelina, owned by Cara Garito
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3'0" Green Hunter
Sponsored by Doug Wheeler
Champion: Hunt Tosh and Duke Of Argyll, owned by Dr. Betsee Parker
Reserve: Liza Boyd and Matilda, owned by Alison Thorp
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Aiken Hunter 2'6"
Champion: Josh Dolan and Bromance, owned by Rebdeck Farms, LLC.
Reserve: Adam Edgar and Duc Du Soleil, owned by Sandy Randolph
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Aiken Hunter 3'0"
Champion: Amanda Steege and MTM Self Made, owned by Niki Holtzman-Hayes
Reserve: Cathy Geitner and Capital Gains, owned by David Hanley
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Voctoria Colvin & Trust, Glade Run Farm, LLC. winning today's 3'3" Green Hunter |
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Amanda Steege & Karlotta, owned by Judy Rutkowski, winning today's Baby Green Hunter |
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Maria Rasmussen & Worthy, owned by Sunset View Farm, LLC. winning today's Confirmation Hunter |
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Please see below Horse Show Links for your convenience |
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Aiken Charity Horse Show
Week 2
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This year, The ACHS has established a media partnership with Clip My Horse to bring you live action daily. We are extremely excited to be able to provide this service for our competitors.
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Make sure to stop by the A&S Photography trailer located on vendor row for all you horse show photos!
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RESERVE YOUR GOLF CART NOW |
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Rent your golf cart for ACHS I & II
The Golf Cart Lady is the Official Golf Cart Supplier of the Aiken Horse Park Foundation
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Sustainability was Bruce's Goal |
He wanted to build a community resource, a community asset for generations to come. Bruce always tried to do the best he could with his animals, with his friends, and with his competition. We are dedicated to his wishes and committed to taking Aiken Horse Park, Bruce’s Field, to a never ending higher level of attractiveness and of competitiveness.
- Craig Duchossois
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Since the beginning of 2020, and with encouragement from Green Is The New Blue, Bruce's Field has made a commitment to demonstrate best practices and environmental stewardship during events. We are limiting the use of single-use plastics by providing water stations at all of the in-gates, show office, and the hospitality tent. We hope everyone will take advantage of these resources by using their own refillable water bottle. Recycling whenever possible and water conservation, are two additional initiatives that you and your staff are asked to consider during your daily routines. Please help us support green practices.
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THIS YEAR'S BENEFICIARIES |
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At Children’s Place, our mission is to protect, heal, and strengthen children and families from the impact of trauma and other adverse experiences through education, treatment, and prevention services. |
Great Oak "Go Getters" can be seen assisting all around the horse show! From the merchandise selection to Winner's Circle decorating, they're always on the move. |
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Great Oak provides equine assisted activities that promote the physical, emotional, and psychological health of individuals with special needs. At Great Oak, we change lives. Our programs are the catalyst for unbridled personal growth and awareness. We share our knowledge to empower individuals and their families. |
Volunteers from Children's Place will be on the back porch of the show office each morning, serving coffee and breakfast pastries from 7 - 9. Be sure to stop by! |
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Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers! |
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Congratulations to all our riders from Week I, on their excellent trips and earning $500 each and $100 for their groom!
We have to send a HUGE thank you to Jill Grant, Paige Fluornoy, and Rebecca Galbraith, for sponsoring this year's Groom's Award. It takes a village to have a succesful show weekend, and we are thrilled to be able to recognize all our super grooms for their massive contributions to this industry.
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JUMP SPONSORS
Thank you to our wonderful Jump Sponsors that make our Jumper ring so bright and colorful!
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D&W Group and Jack Wetzel |
Deirdre Stoker Vaillancourt |
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Thank you to our Hospitality Sponsors,
Beaver River Farm, Aiken Educational Services, Rosalie Midyette, Courtney Goldstein, Amanda Steege, Sabrina Hellman, and Solo Show Stables
for supporting the afternoon fun!
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Please check out all the wonderful vendors located along vendor row here at Bruce's Field! Don't own a horse yourself? No worries! There's something for everyone at the many shops and boutiques set up for the rest of the week. Stop in and see what's calling your name! |
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Shop FarmVet for All Your Equine Health Needs. We Are Horse Health. Lowest Price Guaranteed. Bulk Pricing Available. Services: Horse Health, Tack & Barn Supplies, Supplements, Pharmacy & Compounding. |
Luxe EQ is a mobile and online boutique based in Texas and traveling across the US to provide a blend of Timeless Equestrian Style and the latest in Equestrian Sport Innovations. Visit our trailer alongside the jumper ring during the Aiken Charity Horse Show. |
The equestrian marketplace in the United States is by far the largest in the world. It is also the most diverse, the most competitive and often the most expensive. With different disciplines operating side by side yet in different worlds, the introduction of products and services takes experience, knowledge, contacts within the industry and a proven track record. We have been building brands in the horse world for over 35 years. Creating Trends within the traditions of equestrian sport. |
Please stop by The Silver Peacock on vendor row and find your treasures. Fabulous selection of sterling mint julep cups and other sterling items. Also showing a wide variety of gold and silver jewelry for everyday or that special occasion. |
The Hitch and Tow is located in Aiken, SC, and is owned by Paul and Morgan Batton. The Hitch and Tow, LLC is a proud dealer of 4 Star Trailers, Sundowner Trailers, Gore Trailers, and Kingston Trailers, and also offers a large inventory of pre-owned trailers. Morgan and Paul Batton form a skilled business partnership that provides top quality service and horse trailers. |
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Visit The Tack Room Offering High-Quality Apparel, Stable Supplies, Tack & Much More at Affordable Prices. Friendly & Helpful Service for Over 55 Years. Speedy & Accurate Delivery, Great Low Prices, Huge Product Selection and Expert Customer Service. |
Whether with original art offerings for sale or by assisting in the process of commissioned pieces, ManeLine Art helps meld a collector’s vision with an artist’s vision based on the subject and desired style preference. |
Danny & Ron’s Rescue speaks for helpless animals that have no voice. We began our rescue mission in 2005 after Hurricane Katrina by aiding dogs that were left homeless by the storm. Since then, our outreach has grown to heights we never imagined. Stop by our tent on Vendor row to meet your next best friend! |
In case you’re desperate to find that perfect gift for someone who has everything! Emma Rose Boutique has what you're looking for. Clothes, accessories, and home decor! |
A&S Photography is a mother-and-daughter run business. We specialize in high quality horse show photography at some of the largest events up and down the east coast. Head over to the A&S trailer located on vendor row to view your photo proofs today! |
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Equine & Design's aesthetic approach to the equestrian apparel lifestyle allows you to travel seamlessly from the barn, to the store and to the city. Feel confident wearing your EQ&D apparel anywhere you go! |
Welcome to Skiffington's Boutique, a curated selection of the best brands in international fashion including Eva Evam, Max & Moi Paris, Soh, Illesteva and more. You'll find an ever-changing array of unique fashions hand selected with our clients in mind. |
Go visit the Ro Sham Beaux Boutique. Offering savvy women’s clothing, leather weekender bags, and some lighting and accessories that can be shipped anywhere! |
The brand new Thoroughbred Style Boutique has everything the discerning equestrian needs, or just really wants, in their life. From brands like PS of Sweden riding attire, casual wear, and beautiful home goods, we've got it all! |
Spring is here and Perks with a Twist is happy to see everyone back at Bruce’s Field. Safety precautions and social distancing are still in place and we thank you for your cooperation. When possible, please use our online ordering menu, perkswithatwist.com, to help with long lines and large group gatherings. We look forward to serving you!
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THE IMPORTANCE OF SPONSORSHIP
ITS NOT TOO LATE!
It is our goal that every division is sponsored each week, and that each afternoon hospitality event is sponsored as well. We hope you have enjoyed your past experience here in Aiken and indeed at Bruce's Field and will consider sponsoring once again in 2022.
We continue to make every effort to honor Bruce’s legacy by remaining true to his original vision. The ACHS is truly a labor of love dedicated to his memory. The success of our shows these last few years have translated into $130,000 distributed to a variety of local and national charities representative of Bruce’s pledge to increase public awareness of and support for the prevention and elimination of the abuse of children, elderly and abused persons and for the prevention of cruelty to animals.
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Please consider supporting our horse shows by choosing a sponsorship level that fits your budget. The Aiken Charity Horse Shows are the major fund-raising events intended to sustain the Aiken Horse Park Foundation throughout the year. Your sponsorship will allow Bruce’s Field to continue to be an important asset to Aiken and support this year's beneficiaries.
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Kitty & Johnny Barker - Tara & Charlie Bostwick - Rebecca Cameron - Lynne Carter
ESP Farm & Capital Challenge Horse Show - Sharer Dale - Davlyn Farms - Carolyn Donahue
Eight Oaks, Inc. - Fayetteville Farm - Paige Fluornoy - Full Circle Farm - Meg Giannati
Rebecca Galbraith - Courtney Goldstein - Jill Grant - Paula Hallman - The Hansen Family
Amy Hebert & CP Doremus - Sabrina H Hellman & Marco W. Hellman - Jane & Robert Hottensen
The John Ingram Family - Laura Karet - Sherry Kozloff - Lovely Ladies of DFG - ManeLine Art
Nancy McBrayer - MeadowView Farm - Rosalie Midyette - TeriAnn Mahony-Miller - Darin Rado
The Rein Family Foundation - Louise Riggio - RPW Show Horses & New Vintage Farm - Jack Schwarz
Anna Sharp - Amanda Steege - Susan Tanner - Giana Terranova - Sandra Thomas - Barb Gould Uskup
Deirdre Stoker Vaillancourt - Stephanie Von Bidder - Jack Wetzel
David Miller and Luckilee Farm - David Gochman - Solo Show Stables
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THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR GENEROUS PARK SPONSORS |
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Promoting Aiken’s equestrian way of life and encouraging the community’s civic, educational,
and charitable endeavors.
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