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John Blackburn Author of Healthy Stables by Design to Sign Books at Fairfield County Hunt Club June Benefit Horse Show

WESTPORT, CT - June 11, 2014 - John Blackburn, founder of award-winning Blackburn Architects will be on hand at Fairfield County Hunt Club June Benefit Horse Show (FAIRFIELD) on Thursday, June 19 from 4-6 p.m. at the Wine and Cheese Meet and Greet in the Hospitality Tent immediately following the $7,500 Poland Spring Welcome Jumper Stake presented by Nestle Waters North America.

Blackburn will autograph copies of his book, Healthy Stables by Design and discuss his approach to equestrian architecture that places the safety and well-being of the horse as top priority. All author proceeds from Healthy Stables by Design will go to the EQUUS Foundation.

Blackburn's eco-friendly approach to equestrian architecture places includes ventilation, strategic natural light and passive solar heating and cooling into significant horse barn designs ranging from exquisite to functional. Blackburn has designed stables across the country and is currently at work on 19 projects in 14 states for varying equestrian disciplines. Those interested in green architecture are encouraged to attend.

Healthy Stables by Design

About Healthy Stables By Design by John Blackburn with Beth Herman
Healthy Stables by Design is a museum-quality coffee table book that illustrates Blackburn's approach to equestrian architecture through dramatic photography and compelling writing. It introduces the concepts of aerodynamic ventilation, strategic natural light and passive solar heating and cooling into significant horse barn designs ranging from exquisite to functional.

All author profits from the sale of Healthy Stables by Design have and will continue to be donated to various equine charities including Hooved Animal Humane Society, PATH International's Wounded Warrior Project, Reins Therapeutic Riding Program, The Equine Rescue League and many more. In 2013, Blackburn completed a total of 18 events in two months and raised over $7,000 for various horse charities.

John Blackburn

About John Blackburn
John Blackburn serves as the President and Senior Principal of Blackburn Architects, a Washington, D.C., firm. He has 35 years of expertise in architecture and 30 years of work focusing specifically on equestrian architecture with more than 160 horse farm designs to his credit. His award-winning work is widely known for its beauty, functionality and sustainability. Blackburn has built facilities for racing, polo, dressage, hunters and jumpers and Quarter Horses in a variety of climates and evolving site conditions and he has been featured in dozens of equestrian, architecture and luxury lifestyle publications.

Click here to learn more about Blackburn Architects.
For more about Healthy Stables by Design by John Blackburn click here.
Click here to order Healthy Stables by Design by John Blackburn with Beth Herman.
All author proceeds donated to equine charities.

About the Fairfield County Hunt Club June Benefit Horse Show (FAIRFIELD):
FAIRFIELD is a dynamic, free community event that welcomes the public to experience top equestrian competition up close and personal and offers activities for the entire family. Admission and parking is free.

Co-Chairs & Officials:
Co-Chairs: Catherine Herman, Sean Hogan, Esq., Michele Ippolito;
Show Managers: William Aguirre, JP Goddard;
Judges: John Bahret, Richard Fancher, Mark Jungherr, Walter Jimmy Lee.

Admission & Parking:
Admission and parking is free and is available on the show grounds at 174 Long Lots Road on a first-come, first-served basis.

Spectator Seating/Hospitality Tent:
Exhibitors and spectators are welcome to enjoy complimentary seating in the Hospitality Tent from Tuesday-Friday, June 17-20, 2014. On Saturday, June 21, 2014, the Hospitality Tent will be open ONLY to guests attending the EQUUS Foundation Grand Prix Benefit Luncheon. To reserve seats for the luncheon, contact the EQUUS Foundation at fairfield@equusfoundation.org; Phone: 203-259-1550. Complimentary seating on the grounds will be available to Saturday spectators not attending the luncheon.

Corporate Sponsors:
Winner’s Circle & Corporate Partners: Animal Planet, Ariat International, Nestle Waters North America, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC & George N. Venizelos, Westport Magazine/Moffly Media; Gold: Avenue Capital Group, Fairfield Equine Associates, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank Global Corporate Services; Silver: Gary Goldberg Financial Services, Hi Ho Petroleum, Hospital for Special Surgery, Imperial Dental Associates, Kennedy Equine Transport, Margaret Bondy Interiors.

General & Sponsorship Information:
Contact the EQUUS Foundation at fairfield@equusfoundation.org, Website: equusfoundation.org/fairfield.

Exhibitor Information:
Contact the Horse Show Secretary, Naomi Gauruder, BHC Management at Naomi@BHCManagement.com; Phone: 203-650-3148; During Show: (203) 227-8445, ext. 128.

Shopping:
Spectators are welcome to shop at the more than 25 vendors offering equestrian equipment, apparel, jewelry and home furnishings, including Accessories by Sarah, Be Positive Works, Camilla Klein, Charles Ancona, Connecticut Equine Therapy LLC, Deedles & Shay, Designs by Lillie, Equestrian Neightion, Genevieve Lau Fine Jewelry, Groove, Jim Dratfields Petography, JOTT (Just Over the Top), J. Thilburn Mens Custom Clothing, K&L Style, Katharine Page, Kiki Cappelli, Nature Girl Designs, Oliver Green LLC, Patrice, Skiffington, Toggle Home, Traveling Boutique & Venture Photography.

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About EQUUS Foundation: The EQUUS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity established in 2002, also known as Horse Charities of America, is dedicated to improving the quality of life of horses, enabling the therapeutic use of horses for those in need, fostering the horse-human bond, and educating the public about the horse's unique ability to empower, 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.