Yesterday Silva and Aesthete ("Stately"), owned by Faye Woolf, scored a 7.9 overall, with an 8.3 for their trot work at the VADA/NOVA Summer Dressage show at Morven Park in Leesburg, VA. All through this past week Silva has dealt with the aftermath of the fire at True Prospect Farm in which Faye's lovely event horse, Call Me Ollie, was one of those that perished. Silva headed to this qualifier for the World Breeders Young Horse Championships in Verden, Germany mainly for a change of scenery, since she hardly had time to ride any of her horses last week, so the outcome so far has exceeded her expectations. More news after the finals!
For more about the show as well as results, read the report at www.dressagedaily.com.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Friday, June 3, 2011
Optimism!
A pleasant visit today at New Bolton Center revealed 3 patients who are recovering well!
It seems that everyone's good wishes are helping our patients on their road to recovery.
MIN ENJOYING HIS SNACKS!
CATCH A STAR LOVING THE ATTENTION!
NEVILLE DOING WHAT HE DOES BEST!
It seems that everyone's good wishes are helping our patients on their road to recovery.
MIN ENJOYING HIS SNACKS!
CATCH A STAR LOVING THE ATTENTION!
NEVILLE DOING WHAT HE DOES BEST!
Carolina Horse Park Donates Portion of Upcoming Horse Trial Proceeds to Fire Recovery Funds
Press Release
June 3, 2011 (Raeford, NC) It is with deepest sorrow over the tragedy at True Prospect Farm that Carolina Horse Park announces a portion of all proceeds from the upcoming Lumber River Starter Horse Trials will be donated to the fire recovery funds. CHP both commends and is inspired by the heroism portrayed and the strength of the rallying eventing community. Our most heartfelt sympathies go out to all of those at Phillip and Evie Dutton’s True Prospect Farm, including: Boyd and Silva Martin, Ryan Wood, Lillian Heard, Caitlin Silliman and the owners of the six horses lost.
As long time supporters of the Park, Boyd Martin, Phillip Dutton and their entire True Prospect Team have continuously supported CHP, inspiring both fellow professionals and those new to the sport. Their dedication to their horses, each other, and the growth and betterment of the sport is unparalleled. This year, Boyd and Phillip partnered closely with CHP in ways well beyond riding including community and media relations as well as strong leadership of Southern Pines Horse Trials partnership with the Professional Riders Organization. It is without hesitation that CHP joins in the support effort after this tragedy.
In addition to a direct portion of the Lumber River Starter Horse Trials proceeds going to the fire recovery funds, the Carolina Horse Park will also be collecting any additional donations at the June 11-12 event for the relief effort. Links to donate are also posted on the CHP website for those wishing to participate. The closing date for the Lumber River Starter Horse Trials has been postponed until Sunday, June 5.
About the Carolina Horse Park
The Carolina Horse Park Foundation (CHP) is North Carolina’s premiere equestrian center for both national and international competitions and hosts a diverse calendar of equestrian and community events on over 250 acres of protected land. Founded in 1998 as a 501(c)(3) by a group of equestrian enthusiasts devoted to preserving open space and promoting equestrian competition, CHP encourages responsible land use and low density development. For more information visit www.carolinahorsepark.com.
June 3, 2011 (Raeford, NC) It is with deepest sorrow over the tragedy at True Prospect Farm that Carolina Horse Park announces a portion of all proceeds from the upcoming Lumber River Starter Horse Trials will be donated to the fire recovery funds. CHP both commends and is inspired by the heroism portrayed and the strength of the rallying eventing community. Our most heartfelt sympathies go out to all of those at Phillip and Evie Dutton’s True Prospect Farm, including: Boyd and Silva Martin, Ryan Wood, Lillian Heard, Caitlin Silliman and the owners of the six horses lost.
As long time supporters of the Park, Boyd Martin, Phillip Dutton and their entire True Prospect Team have continuously supported CHP, inspiring both fellow professionals and those new to the sport. Their dedication to their horses, each other, and the growth and betterment of the sport is unparalleled. This year, Boyd and Phillip partnered closely with CHP in ways well beyond riding including community and media relations as well as strong leadership of Southern Pines Horse Trials partnership with the Professional Riders Organization. It is without hesitation that CHP joins in the support effort after this tragedy.
In addition to a direct portion of the Lumber River Starter Horse Trials proceeds going to the fire recovery funds, the Carolina Horse Park will also be collecting any additional donations at the June 11-12 event for the relief effort. Links to donate are also posted on the CHP website for those wishing to participate. The closing date for the Lumber River Starter Horse Trials has been postponed until Sunday, June 5.
About the Carolina Horse Park
The Carolina Horse Park Foundation (CHP) is North Carolina’s premiere equestrian center for both national and international competitions and hosts a diverse calendar of equestrian and community events on over 250 acres of protected land. Founded in 1998 as a 501(c)(3) by a group of equestrian enthusiasts devoted to preserving open space and promoting equestrian competition, CHP encourages responsible land use and low density development. For more information visit www.carolinahorsepark.com.
How to Donate to the The True Prospect Fire Relief Online Auction
The True Prospect Fire Relief Online Auction will take place on Ebay. PRO will be working with the Southern California Equestrian Sports Foundation (SCES) to organize the auction that will benefit all those affected by the barn fire at True Prospect Farm.
SCES is a 501(c)(3), which will allow for your donation to be a tax deduction. When the auction closes SCES will distribute all the proceeds directly to Boyd Martin, Lillian Heard, Caitlin Silliman, Ryan Wood, Abbie Golden and the Duttons. Our goal is to have the auction up and running in a week. We plan to have all auction donors ship their items directly to the winning bidder (we will provide you with the address of the winning bidder once the auction closes). We are happy to have a wide variety of items donated as we believe that this will appeal to many different people.
If you are interested in making a donation this is what we will need:
(1) photo - if possible
(2) detailed description
(3) value
(4) donor info as you would like it to be listed
(5) Name, telephone number and email address
Everyone at True Prospect Farm is truly speechless by the the outpouring of attention and generosity headed their way by the equine community. THANK YOU for your contribution, it will make a big difference!
To make a donation please contact Margaret Rizzo: margaret@professionalriders.org
SCES is a 501(c)(3), which will allow for your donation to be a tax deduction. When the auction closes SCES will distribute all the proceeds directly to Boyd Martin, Lillian Heard, Caitlin Silliman, Ryan Wood, Abbie Golden and the Duttons. Our goal is to have the auction up and running in a week. We plan to have all auction donors ship their items directly to the winning bidder (we will provide you with the address of the winning bidder once the auction closes). We are happy to have a wide variety of items donated as we believe that this will appeal to many different people.
If you are interested in making a donation this is what we will need:
(1) photo - if possible
(2) detailed description
(3) value
(4) donor info as you would like it to be listed
(5) Name, telephone number and email address
Everyone at True Prospect Farm is truly speechless by the the outpouring of attention and generosity headed their way by the equine community. THANK YOU for your contribution, it will make a big difference!
To make a donation please contact Margaret Rizzo: margaret@professionalriders.org
Arenus Fundraiser
Boyd and Silva's sponsor, Arenus, have set up a special promotion so that customers wanting to support the victims of the fire at True Prospect Farm can enter promo code PRP-72378 to have 15% of the sale donated to Boyd. In addition customers will benefit from a 5% discount.
You can order at www.arenus.com or contact the Customer Service Department at 866-791-3344.
A Note from Silva
This was obviously a horrible week and probably the worst thing I’ve ever experienced, and hopefully I will never experience something like that again.
We are all very sad, but we are also just amazed by this country and its people – it’s unbelievable how generous and amazing everyone has been. People have put everything on hold for us and have done everything they can for us, from cooking food and sending flowers, and sending donations to the funds that have been set up. We’ve been getting phone calls and emails from all over the world and even though I’m really sad, it’s such a good feeling to know that so many people are behind us. I think the American people are amazing that way, making things happen the way they are making things happen for us. I hope someday I can help someone out the way people are helping us out. We’re going through our time right now and it is tough; I know there’s no way we can possibly repay everyone but I hope that someday we can do the same for everyone else.
I think Lillian, Caitlin, Ryan, Boyd and Phillip are the real heroes, and we are indebted to the others who put their lives on the line to save Boyd’s horses. Lillian, Caitlin and Ryan have seen the worst of it and we’ll be indebted to them forever.
Phillip and Evie, like they have been with everything since we got to this country, have been amazing to us. I hope I can be such a good person someday. They have a big loss themselves, since it took place on their property, but they are just being good friends to us and supporting Boyd right now. Of course what happened to the horses is awful. I rode all these horses but I can’t imagine what it would be like to lose one of my own. I’ve known Neville longest and I know that he’s a fighter.
I am actually now on my way to Morven Park for the Young Horse selection trials. I was not planning on going, but there’s not really anything left for me to do at home for the moment. I can’t say that I have had the best preparation for this show, but I think it might be good to get a change of scenery and keep the horses on track. This is the selection trials for the world championships in Germany, but at this point I feel there are more important things than qualifying so I’m happy however the weekend turns out.
Once again I am so thankful to everyone for their support. Words are not enough to express how grateful we are and how lucky we feel to have so many friends and supporters in America and around the world.
Silva
We are all very sad, but we are also just amazed by this country and its people – it’s unbelievable how generous and amazing everyone has been. People have put everything on hold for us and have done everything they can for us, from cooking food and sending flowers, and sending donations to the funds that have been set up. We’ve been getting phone calls and emails from all over the world and even though I’m really sad, it’s such a good feeling to know that so many people are behind us. I think the American people are amazing that way, making things happen the way they are making things happen for us. I hope someday I can help someone out the way people are helping us out. We’re going through our time right now and it is tough; I know there’s no way we can possibly repay everyone but I hope that someday we can do the same for everyone else.
I think Lillian, Caitlin, Ryan, Boyd and Phillip are the real heroes, and we are indebted to the others who put their lives on the line to save Boyd’s horses. Lillian, Caitlin and Ryan have seen the worst of it and we’ll be indebted to them forever.
Phillip and Evie, like they have been with everything since we got to this country, have been amazing to us. I hope I can be such a good person someday. They have a big loss themselves, since it took place on their property, but they are just being good friends to us and supporting Boyd right now. Of course what happened to the horses is awful. I rode all these horses but I can’t imagine what it would be like to lose one of my own. I’ve known Neville longest and I know that he’s a fighter.
I am actually now on my way to Morven Park for the Young Horse selection trials. I was not planning on going, but there’s not really anything left for me to do at home for the moment. I can’t say that I have had the best preparation for this show, but I think it might be good to get a change of scenery and keep the horses on track. This is the selection trials for the world championships in Germany, but at this point I feel there are more important things than qualifying so I’m happy however the weekend turns out.
Once again I am so thankful to everyone for their support. Words are not enough to express how grateful we are and how lucky we feel to have so many friends and supporters in America and around the world.
Silva
Jennie Brannigan's Blog
Jennie Brannigan (left) posed with friends and barnmates Lillian Heard and Boyd Martin at The Fork Horse Trials in April.
Photo by Amber Heintzberger.
Photo by Amber Heintzberger.
Jennie Brannigan wrote a touching blog on The Chronicle of the Horse and we would like to share it with everyone.
Please click here to read.
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