Stable Tour 2010
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From the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association:
Horses in the Hills of Headwaters
The Hills of Headwaters region of Ontario is one of the most concentrated equestrian areas in the province of Ontario.
Throughout the hills of Caledon, Erin and Dufferin County (including Orangeville, Mono, Mulmur, Amaranth, East Garafaxa and East Luther Grand Valley) you will find some of the country’s premier horse breeding farms, coaching and training facilities, riding schools, boarding stables, equestrian ranches, suppliers (including farriers, veterinarians, feed, bedding and tack shops) and a wide range of equestrian events.
DESTINATION EQUITATION
Saturday, September 11th to Saturday, September 18th, 2010
Mark your calendar for this 8-day celebration of all things equestrian in the Hills of Headwaters. This year’s event includes our 3rd annual Headwaters Stable Tour, a breeder’s parade of horses, equestrian fair, workshops, industry clinics, demonstrations and competitions. Have a look at the schedule of events we’ve got lined up so far.
To find out more about Destination Equitation contact the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association at 519-942-0314 or horses@thehillsofheadwaters.com.
New vendors, demonstrators, sponsors and participants are welcome!
Schedule of Events
Saturday, September 11th
•Opening Ceremonies & the Parade of Breeds
•Private Circuit Stable Tour -a one-of-a-kind opportunity to get a sneak peak behind the stable gates of properties traditionally not open to the public
•Warmblood and Canadian Sport Horse Breeder’s Show - Orangeville Fairgrounds
•Canadian Warmblood Foal Futurity
•Canadian Warmblood Mare Inspection
•Star Search Sport Pony Show (RAWF Qualifier) - Orangeville Fairgrounds
•Trillium Championships - Palgrave Equestrian Park
•Equestrian Fair presented by the Women Horse Owners’ Association - Orangeville Fairgrounds; including exhibitors, demonstrations & seminars throughout the day
Sunday, September 12th
•Equestrian Fair presented by the Women Horse Owners’ Association - Orangeville Fairgrounds; including exhibitors, demonstrations & seminars throughout the day
•Forging Clinic & Competition
•Equus 3D Horse Trials and Pre-Entry Finals - Equus 3D
Monday, September 13th
•Ontario Association Equine Practitioners - Equine Allergy Testing - dinner & workshop
Wednesday, September 15th
•The Art of the Horse - children’s horse drawing clinic; family movie night (equestrian theme); equestrian art & photography exhibit; equestrian photography clinics; film festival equestrian movie & cocktails (Deerfield Stables, Palgrave)
Thursday, September 16th
•Provincial Forum: The Future of the Equestrian Industry in Ontario
o Invitation only - key provincial & municipal government representatives, equestrian associations, and equestrian sector industry leaders.
o Featuring keynote speaker Akaash Maharaj, CEO Equine Canada, dinner & panel discussion
Friday, September 17th
•Workshop: Healthy Lands for Healthy Horses (Credit Valley Conservation)
•Merial Canada presents Equine Parasites: The New World with Dr. Alison Moore, DVM, ACVIM
•Large Animal Rescue Certification Clinic (Jennifer Woods)
Saturday, September 18th
•Canadian Horse Show - Orangeville Fairgrounds
•Autumn Classic - Palgrave Equestrian Park
•Public Circuit Stable Tour - public tour of area boarding facilities, riding facilities, camps, recreational equestrian facilities and more!
For more information visit: Hills of Headwaters
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