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McLain Ward to Judge Fete Cheval Riders - Last Chance for Reservations!
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WESTPORT, CT - March 2, 2012 - Who better to judge the professional riders participating in the Fete Cheval than McLain Ward? Ward set the standard in the Ride-Off at the first Fete Cheval in 2005.
The Fete Cheval, presented by Spy Coast Farm to benefit The EQUUS Foundation, will be held on Friday, March 9, 2012 at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Cocktails, dinner and exclusive ringside seating will be held in the International Club starting at 7 p.m. before the revelry begins at 8 p.m. The deadline for dinner reservations is Sunday, March 4, 2012!
The riders vying for the top honor are Max Amaya, Derek Braun, Saer Coulter, Nick Dello Joio, Hillary Dobbs, Jimmy Fairclough, Brianne Goutal, Weston Gracida, Patricia Griffith, Ashley Holzer, Charlie Jayne, Paige Johnson, Kris Kampsen, Laura Kraut, Marcia Kulak, Anne Kursinski, Alexa Pessoa, Rodrigo Pessoa, Brandon Phillips, Kim Prince, Havens Schatt, Louise Serio, Jessica Springsteen, Scott Stewart, Shane Sweetnam, and Jimmy Torano, representing Dressage, Eventing, Hunter, Jumper, and Polo.
With horses donated by Wall Street Farm and the games coordinated by Wendy Coren of Equalign and officiated by David Distler, the Fete Cheval promises to be the most entertaining event of the 2012 Winter Equestrian Festival.
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McLain Ward at the 2005 Fete Cheval
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Ward offering "Meet & Greet Sapphire" for Live Auction
Between games, Emcee Brian Lookabill will be auctioning off some very special items, including an exclusive meet and greet with Olympic Gold Medalist Ward, and his horse, Sapphire, in Wellington, a course walk with a Grand Prix rider at one of the remaining Grand Prixs during the 2012 Winter Equestrian Festival, a Clinic with Anne Kursinski for four riders, and a Group Polo Lesson for four with professional polo players Kris Kampsen & Brandon Phillips.
The deadline for reservations is Sunday, March 4, 2012. RSVP online at I WANT TO ATTEND!
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The EQUUS Foundation dedicated to improving the quality of life of horses, fostering the use of horses to enrich the lives of people in need and educating the public about the horse’s unique ability to empower, teach and heal. The goal is to transform the way horses are treated and perceived and build a more compassionate America that values the magical and powerful bond we have with horses.
The Foundation accomplishes its mission by providing financial support through the award of grants to horse-related charities across the United States; operating a network of equine organizations and equine enthusiasts; providing scholarships to award volunteer service on behalf of horses, offering insight on the management and financial practices of horse-related charities through a thorough review of their operations; and conducting information outreach to educate the public about horses.
None of this would be possible without the generous support of the individual donors and sponsors who participate at our signature events. In addition to Title Sponsor Spy Coast Farm, Gold Medal Sponsors include Mike & Mary Carpenter, Jane Forbes Clark, Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Crown, The D'Addario Family, Equestrian Sport Productions, The Gochman Family, Louisburg Farm, Elizabeth & Clifford Press, PJ & Suhail Rizvi, Clea & Kurt Soderlund, Split Rock Farm, and Visse Wedell; Silver Medal Sponsors include The Adikes Family Foundation, Jenny Belknap Kees & Tim Kees, Flavia Callari, Equifit, inc., Goshen Hill, Celene & Marc Oken, Juliet & Sam Reid, and Jenny Sutton; Bronze Medal Sponsors include Beth Congel, Doug Ulrich & Sheila & Eric Goetzmann, Fairfield Equine Associates, Gregory W. Gingery, Elizabeth Monaco & Neil M. McCarthy, Margaret O'Neill, Mr. & Mrs. Chris Paradysz, Quiet Corner Farm, Katie & Jim Robinson, Patti Springsteen, Mr. & Mrs. Michael J. Strauss and Andrew & Carlene Ziegler.
Visit www.equusfoundation.org/fete for more event details.
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Click Here to RSVP.
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About The EQUUS Foundation, Inc.
The EQUUS Foundation, Inc., established in August 2002, as a 501(c)(3) national charitable foundation, is dedicated to improving the quality of life of horses, fostering the use of horses to enrich the lives of those in need, and educating the public about the horse's unique ability to empower, teach and heal.
Thanks to the generosity of its donors, The EQUUS Foundation helps thousands of people and horses each year. 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: equus@equusfoundation.org, Website: www.equusfoundation.org.
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