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Spotlight on Frederick County: Sugarloaf Mountain

by Katherine O. Rizzo (first published in the March 2023 Equiery) Sugarloaf Mountain in Frederick County is a privately owned property that is open to the public for hiking, mountain biking and trail riding. The property is owned by Stronghold, Inc., which is a non-profit corporation founded in 1946 by the late Gordon Strong. The 1,282-foot mountain is designated a Registered Natural Landmark in 1969 because of its geological interest and natural beauty. The park is open from 8am until sunset...
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A while back we posted an alert about burglaries at area farms. Through a cooperative effort of law enforcement agencies in many states, three people have been arrested. ... See MoreSee Less

A while back we posted an alert about burglaries at area farms. Through a cooperative effort of law enforcement agencies in many states, three people have been arrested.Image attachmentImage attachment

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Were any horses stolen or injured?

It’s only going to get worse 😡

Great work! Thank you officers and community!

Great work but how do you differentiate between immigrants committing crimes and citizens? I’m confused by that statement

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3 days ago
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The Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program is open to United States residents (ages 17 - 22) and gives participants access to leaders of the Maryland Thoroughbred community, creating awareness of the diverse career options in the Thoroughbred industry. Deadline to apply is April 21, 2023. marylandhorse.com/maryland-thoroughbred-career-program/ ... See MoreSee Less

The Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program is open to United States residents (ages 17 - 22) and gives participants access to leaders of the Maryland Thoroughbred community, creating awareness of the diverse career options in the Thoroughbred industry. Deadline to apply is April 21, 2023. https://marylandhorse.com/maryland-thoroughbred-career-program/
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Brooke Domino Skodzinski posted this photos of a gorgeous sunset lunge with Boo Who Lolli in Waldorf, MD

Beautiful! Such a thoughtful face.

7 days ago
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Monday Monday! Share your photos from the previous week in the comments below. Remember to include captions with IDs of people and horses in each photo! (photos here from January 2021 Out & About) ... See MoreSee Less

Monday Monday! Share your photos from the previous week in the comments below. Remember to include captions with IDs of people and horses in each photo! (photos here from January 2021 Out & About)Image attachmentImage attachment

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New fella in the barn Luke and Kathleen

Our working student Sage and beloved lesson horse Mr. Nigel getting ready for St. Pattys Day at Hundred Acre Wood, LLC

Ranch Clinic with Mike Jennings featuring Brooke and Love in the Moonlite prepping for the 2023 season. Mechanicsville, MD

Gorgeous sunset lunge with Boo Who Lolli Waldorf, MD

Celebrating St Patrick’s day at Windsor manor ! Cindy Champion

Four year old Adalynn Beam and her Percheron mare, Eric Encore Sue. Owned by Beamview Farm 😍

Carli Ireland and her horse Sadie barrel racing at Diamond 7 Ranch and Arena.

The kern girls

Cami at the Vixen hunt

Rachael F. and Rio schooling a bank at the beautiful Loch Moy Farms in Adamstown.

Erika Johnson riding Mae over a log at Loch Moy.

Redford, former feral stallion from Eastern KY at the Harrisburg Horse World Expo dancing his way to first place in Rescued to Stardom ♥️

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Coming Up March 13 - 21

March 15 R&D Cross of Brandywine Equine Nutrition Seminar, Lothian
March 17 U.S. Pony Racing Pony Racing Clinic, Aiken, SC,
March 17 - 18 The Maryland Horse Trials XDerby, Loch Moy Farm, Adamstown
March 18 U.S. Pony Racing Aiken Pony Derby, Aiken Training Track, Aiken, SC
March 19 Yoga for The Equestrian Zoom Clinic

Dates may change without notice. Please verify all dates with the organizer.
To find out how your event can be included, contact Tracy at tracy@equiery.com or 800-244-9580

#Eventing #steeplechase #ponyracing #equinenutrition #MarylandHorseEvents #horsesports
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Coming Up March 13 - 21

March 15 R&D Cross of Brandywine Equine Nutrition Seminar, Lothian
March 17  U.S. Pony Racing Pony Racing Clinic, Aiken, SC, 
March 17 - 18 The Maryland Horse Trials  XDerby, Loch Moy Farm, Adamstown
March 18 U.S. Pony Racing Aiken Pony Derby, Aiken Training Track, Aiken, SC
March 19 Yoga for The Equestrian Zoom Clinic

Dates may change without notice. Please verify all dates with the organizer.
To find out how your event can be included, contact Tracy at tracy@equiery.com or 800-244-9580

#Eventing #steeplechase #ponyracing #equinenutrition #MarylandHorseEvents #horsesports
1 week ago
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Kingdom Horse Trailers LLC has trailers to suit all needs - 2H BPs to roomy Living Quarters. Visit them in their new Fair Hill location, with 4 acres of trailers. www.kingdomhorsetrailers.com ... See MoreSee Less

Kingdom Horse Trailers LLC has trailers to suit all needs - 2H BPs to roomy Living Quarters. Visit them in their new Fair Hill location, with 4 acres of trailers. https://www.kingdomhorsetrailers.comImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment
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Bowie Race Track – Its History and Its Future

By Valerie Ormond (first published in the March 2023 Equiery) The Bowie Race Track hosted live racing from 1914 to 1985 and then was a Thoroughbred training facility until 2015. During the 2020 State Legislative Session, Senate Bill 987 (Racing and Community Development Act of 2020) passed stating that the Bowie Race Track property would be conveyed to the City of Bowie on or before December 31, 2023. The Maryland Horse Council (MHC) has been actively engaged in Bowie Race Track property...

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Racetrack Renovations Stalled + Race Day Negotiations Continue

first published in the March 2023 Equiery Pimlico & Laurel Park Renovations Stalled It has been three years since the Maryland General Assembly allotted $375 million in public financing to be used to renovate both Pimlico Racecourse in Baltimore and Laurel Park in Laurel. The project was estimated to take three to four years to complete but as of press, no construction at either track has even started. According to a February 3 Baltimore Sun article, the start of construction is still...

Maryland Horse Council

2023 Legislation Update

by Jane Seigler, MHC Government Relations Committee Co-Chair (first published in March 2023 Equiery) We are now about half way through the Maryland 2023 General Assembly Legislative Session. As of this writing, over 2,100 bills have been introduced and assigned to their committees of jurisdiction, where they have been or will be scheduled for a public hearing and subsequent votes – all before the session adjourns in 41 days. Here is an update on some bills the Maryland Horse Council have...
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