04 Feb 2014
Riders will want to get their entries in quick for the Ridge at Wellington’s inaugural $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby and $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby, to be held at the Ridge at Wellington on Friday, February 7 and Friday, March 21, 2014. Entries and stabling information for the February derby are due at the close of business tomorrow, Tuesday, February 4. Part of the Ridge at Wellington’s Turf Tour, the International and National Hunter Derbies are the perfect fit into the Wellington Winter Circuit, as riders prepare for the fast approaching hunter derbies at the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF).
“I think that the option to compete in a new hunter derby during circuit is very exciting,” professional hunter rider Jennifer Alfano explained. “It is an amazing opportunity for the horses and the riders to utilize different venues. I am making a special trip to Wellington just for these derbies, and I am so pleased that The Ridge at Wellington took this initiative. It’s such a wonderful way to prepare and engage in the derby series.”
On February 7 and March 21, 2014, the turf at the Ridge at Wellington will transform into a picturesque hunt field, reminiscent of the traditional hunt fields of the past. Shrubbery, flowers and natural obstacles will fill the open field as the inaugural $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby will commence. Running concurrently in the sand arena will be the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby.
Kenneth Krome will design the first derbies of 2014 at the Ridge of Wellington, testing both horse and rider alike as they take on the daunting obstacles. Robert Crandall, Nancy Hall, Leo Conroy, Mindy Minetto and Holly Orlando will judge the first week of the Ridge at Wellington Hunter Derby Days. For the second event of the series Dee Thomas, Linda Andrisani, Gary Duffy and Ron Smith will scrutinize each round and name the winner.
Jennifer Alfano and Jersey Boy
The Ridge at Wellington Hunter Derbies are the epitome of what the show world strives to accomplish. With unparalleled hospitality, and the careful and knowledgeable minds of Olympian Nona Garson and George D’Ambrosio, the Hunter Derby Days are a horse show run by horse people for horse people.
In the world of hunter derbies, The Ridge at Wellington provides an exhilarating opportunity for riders of all levels. As a stand-alone derby day, the national and international classes are fully dedicated to showcasing and perfecting the derby classes with ideal turf that rivals the traditional fox hunting fields, reveling in the sport and athleticism of the horse.
This premiere state-of-the-art facility offers the best of the equestrian sports with varying competition levels. Their shows offer a wide array of classes, as well as generous prize money and sponsorship opportunities. Located only two miles from the prestigious Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, the Ridge at Wellington offers one of the most centrally located horse shows in Wellington.
For more information about the Ridge at Wellington please go to www.theridgefarm.com. For up-to-date information please follow the Ridge at Wellington on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Ridge-at-Wellington/219358376264.
THE RIDGE AT WELLINGTON HORSE SHOW SERIES FAST FACTS
Events:
The Ridge at Wellington introduces their all-new Hunter Derby Days with the $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby and $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby.
What:
The Ridge at Wellington includes two standalone derby days filled with top competition and impressive prize money up for grabs.
Where:
The Ridge at Wellington
14415 Palm Beach Pt. Blvd
Wellington, FL 33414
Barn & Show Phone 561-791-1471 | Barn Fax 561-791-1543
When:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2014
FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2014
10:00 AM START TIME
Ring Dimensions:
Schooling Ring: 110 ft. x 180 ft.
Sand Ring: 245 ft. x 160 ft.
Both rings are sand and fine mixed all weather footing
Grand Prix Field: 550 ft. x 300 ft.
Directions:
From the Florida Turnpike: Take the exit for LakeWorth Road West. Continue on Lake Worth Road approximately 6 miles to South Shore Blvd. Make a left on South Shore Blvd. Continue to the stop sign at 50th Street. Make a Right on 50th Street. Continue to Stables Way and make a right. Continue to the end of Stables Way and make a right on Palm Beach Point Blvd. Driveway to farm is 50 feet on the left.
From Route 95: Take the exit for Forest Hill Blvd West. Continue on Forest Hill Blvd to South Shore Blvd. Make a left on South Shore Blvd. Once on South Shore Blvd, continue straight at light at Pierson Road and again straight through the intersection at Lake Worth Road, to the stop sign at 50th Street. Make a Right on 50th Street. Continue to Stables Way and make a right. Continue to the end of Stables Way and make a right on Palm Beach Point Blvd. Driveway to farm is 50 feet on the left.
Information:
Before Show – (561) 791-1471, Email: RidgeShows@aol.com
During Show – Telephone: (561) 791-1471, Fax: (561) 791-1543
Text: (908) 500-0996
Website: www.TheRidgeFarm.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Ridge-at-Wellington/219358376264?ref=ts&fref=ts.
Source: Phelps Media Group Inc.
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