Devon, PA – January 17, 2011 -The first annual Brandywine Valley Summer Series horse shows presented by Taylor Harris Insurance Services (THIS) will be the highlight of the summer with exciting classes in the hunter, jumper, and equitation divisions. The Brandywine Valley Summer Series presented by THIS will be held at the prestigious Devon Show Grounds for two continuous weeks, June 29-July 3, 2011 and July 6-10, 2011 complete with a local day of competition on Monday July 11, 2011.
Each week, the competition will feature a National Hunter Derby open to all riders. This two-round competition will be one of many highlights held at this first annual series during the week.
The hunter ring will feature a variety of divisions including the Green Hunters, Open Hunters, Amateur-Owner Hunters, Junior Hunters, Adult Amateur Hunters, Children’s Hunter, and Pony Hunters. The hunter divisions will also have Classic event each week where riders will showcase their talented mounts. These events will be NAL, M&S, and WIHS affiliated. The judges for the first week of competition will be Linda Hough, Jack Towell, and Scott Williamson. During the second week, horses and rider showcase their talent in front of judges Mark Jungherr, Steve Wall, and Russel Frey.
In the equitation ring, riders will have the opportunity to try and qualify for the four major equitation finals held each fall. The Brandywine Valley Summer Series presented by THIS will include an ASPCA Maclay class, a USEF Medal class, a Platinum Performance USEF Show Jumping Talent Search class, and the WIHS Equitation class.
Exhibitors, sponsors, and guests can find out more information about the Brandywine Valley Summer Series presented by THIS by visiting http://brandywinevalleysummerseries.com. The event is led by top rider Louise Serio with Co-Chairs Jennifer Burger and Gillian Grant, while Mike Rheinheimer will run the horse show management.
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BRANDYWINE VALLEY SUMMER SERIES PRESENTED BY THIS FAST FACTS:
WHAT: An exciting ‘AA’ hunter/jumper/equitation horse show presented by THIS benefitting the Chester County Food Bank and Canine Partners for Life.
WHEN: Week I: June 29-July 3, 2011 and Week II: July 6-10, 2011.
WHERE: The prestigious Devon Show Grounds in Devon, PA.
FEATURES
· Two National Hunter Derby Classes
· Hunter Division Classics (WIHS/NAL/M&S Affiliated)
· Mini Prix Event
· Jumper Division Classics (WIHS/NAL/SJHF Affiliated)
· Four Equitation Medal Classes
BENEFICIARIES:
The mission of our show is to provide ‘AA’ quality competition that highlights the participation of our local community. The opportunity to include Canine Partners for Life and the Chester County Food Bank as beneficiaries ties directly to that goal.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Louise Serio – Chair of the Horse Show Committee – (610) 636-0678
Jennifer Burger – Co-Chair/Sponsorship – 716-830-8544
Gillian Grant – Co-Chair/Exhibitor & Event Information – (302) 427-9622
Blair Balmer – Vendors – blair.balmer@gmail.com
Bonnie Laurich – Vendors – (843) 384-0153
Rebecca Walton – Marketing & Press – (561) 753-3389
Mike Rheinheimer – Horse Show Manager – mwrheinheimer@msn.com
Wendy Twing – Volunteer Coordinator – (610) 547-2658
Website: http://brandywinevalleysummerseries.com
DIRECTIONS:
From Philadelphia International Airport:
Follow signs to I-95 South and follow I-95 South approximately 5 miles. Merge onto I-476 North via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.
From the Northeast:
Follow I-95 South. Look for I-476 approximately 5 miles South of the Philadelphia International Airport. Merge onto I-476 North via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.
From the South:
Follow I-95 North toward Philadelphia. Once you’ve crossed into Delaware, keep right and take I-495 North via exit 5D toward Port of Wilmington / Philadelphia. Follow for I-495 North and remerge onto I-95 North (Crossing into Pennsylvania). Follow I-95 North to I-476 North. Take I-476 N via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.
From the East:
Follow the Schuylkill Expressway / I-76 West to I-476 South. Merge onto I-476 South via exit 331A on the left toward Chester. Follow I-476 South for approximately 2 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.
From the West:
Follow the Pennsylvania Turnpike / I-76 E toward Philadelphia. Take exit 326 toward Valley Forge. Stay in right lane after the tolls. Merge onto US-202 South via exit 328A toward West Chester. Follow US-202 South for approximately 2 miles. Take the PA-252 North exit toward Devon. Make a left onto Valley Forge Road / PA-252. Continue to follow Valley Forge Road for approximately .5 miles and make a slight right turn onto Devon State Road. Follow Devon State road for approximately 1 mile until you reach a dead end. Make a left onto Old Lancaster Road and then an immediate right onto Waterloo Road. Turn left on to Lancaster Avenue / US-30 East and the Devon Horse Show will be on your right within .2 miles.
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For more information about the Brandywine Summer Series please visit http://brandywinevalleysummerseries.com or call Louise Serio at 610-636-0678.
