Fall Festival Almost Here - July 30th, 2008

It is hard to believe fall is almost here. We hope everyone is enjoying their summer, but I am sure we are all looking forward to some cooler weather. The prize list for the Conyers Fall Classic and Aiken Fall Festival is now available online!

JP and I are so excited to finally have a show in our beautiful home town of Aiken. We have events planned for every evening....it promises to be a fun time, so be sure not to miss it!

Hope to see everyone in Conyers and Aiken in September.

JP and Megan

Coastal Classic Week 2 - July 17th, 2008

The two week Coastal Classic series has just wrapped up. It's great to be back home in Aiken, but I must say it was sad leaving our wonderful beach condo! Thanks to all who supported us throughout the shows. We had a great time in Pensacola. Many exibitors told me about the fun they had at the beach, fishing, sailing.....oh and the horse show of course. Michael Newman and Aubry Hill Farms put on a great party Saturday night before the mini prix. A huge thanks goes out to them and we look forward to making the “Summer Breeze Party” a tradition year after year.

Congratulations to Mary Atonini and Charco for winning our $15,000 Summer Breeze Mini Prix who topped th- field of 17 entries. For full mini prix and hunter results click here.

We look forward to seeing everyone in Conyers and Aiken this September. In the meantime, check out some pictures from the two weeks in Pensacola. See you all soon!

Megan

Coastal Classic Week 1 -July 9th, 2008

We have just wrapped up our inaugural week here in Pensacola. The weather couldn't have been better and I think everyone had a chance to check out Perdido Key and Pensacola's gorgeous beaches! We would like to thank Shawn McMillen Photography for sponsoring our exhibitor reception on Thursday and on the 4th of July we all celebrated with a cook out at the end of the show. JP, Maddie and I were lucky enough to make it to the beach that night to enjoy some fire works. What a sight! You could see fire works all along the beach in every direction you looked. Very cool! We would also like to congratulate Dani Becker Scott and her new husband Mike! They were married on Pensacola Beach Monday the 7th in a beautiful ceremony.



A huge congratulations goes out to the winner of the $15,000 Bayside Mini Prix - Holly Shepard and Go Play owned by Selma and Ken Garber.
Complete results are as follows:

Here are some of our Hunter Champions for the week:

Green Working Hunter- Ashbury owned by Mary Walker and ridden by Holly Shepard
Conformation Hunter- Black Pearl owned by Maddison Mller and ridden by Mary Eufemia
Pre Green Hunter- Genuwine owned by Bonnie Belz and ridden by Reid Ricket
A/O Hunter- Cachet owned and ridden by Lee Cesery
Small Junior Hunter- Pacino owned by Maddison Miller and ridden by Lauren Hogan
Large Junior Hunter- Between Dreams owned and ridden by Lauren Hogan
Green Pony Hunter- Short Story owned and ridden by Aleece Jarman
Small Pony Hunter- Rico Suave owned and ridden by Aleece Jarman
Medium Pony Hunter- Halo owned by Ashley Whitner and ridden by Ashley LeCroy
Large Pony Hunter- A Day At The Beach owned by Katie Dawson and ridden by Shawn Cassidy

For complete show results click here.

We kick off week 2 today...hope to see you all there!

Megan

Rider Bonus Standings June 19th, 2008

Here are the top five standings in the $5,000 Children's/Adult and $15,000 Open Jumper Rider Bonus standings as of 6/16/2008.
For the full listing click here.

Tryon Summer Classic June 5th - 8th 2008

What a week in Tryon! We want to thank everyone that helped us make our first show in the “Foothills” a success.

The highlight of the week was the $10,000 Jumper Classic and Belmont Bash on Saturday evening. Exhibitors and spectators enjoyed a spread of barbeque pulled pork, chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, and potato salad as well as banana pudding under the tent while crossing there fingers for Big Brown to win. Unfortunately we didn't see a Triple Crown winner this year, but we did cheer on Daniel Geitner and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bostwick's “Sympa” to a victory in the $10,000 Jumper Classic.

Full results are as follows:

Atlanta Spring Challenge Wrap Up

Sunday, May 25th, 2008 - It was another exciting Saturday evening for the second week of the Atlanta Spring Series at the Georgia International Horse Park. A field of 29 competitors started in the 5th annual $25,000 Atlanta Spring Challenge Grand Prix. The course designed by Floriencio Hernandez of Mexico proved to be challenging as only 6 moved on to the jump off.

After the first 3 riders did not produce a clean round, the 4th of 6 jump-off competitors Derek Peterson and Jordan Coyne’s “Lazaro” took to the course. With the crowd cheering an ecstatic Derek raced through the finish line in a blazing time of 42.284 and the first to have no jumping faults with just two horses remaining!

One of the busiest riders of the night Daniel Geitner then took to the jump off course on his second qualifying mount Trading Places owned by Kyle Register. It was an “on the edge of your seats” finish as Daniel galloped toward the last fence and unfortunately had the lone rail in a time of 42.645. Only challenger Cian McDermott and Newsprint Farms “Kathleen” remained to challenge the leader. They gave it a noble effort, but in the end settled for the 6th place position.

The solitary clean round proved to be the best and the fastest as Derek Peterson and Lazaro took home the blue ribbon. Derek was no stranger to the winners circle during the Atlanta Spring Series as he won the $10,000 Welcome Stake week 1 on “Lazaro” and this week’s $10,000 Welcome Stake on his mount “Cisco”. Daniel Geitner of Aiken, SC took the red ribbon on Kyle Register’s “Trading Places” and the third place on Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bostwick’s “Sympa”. Daniel and “Sympa” also finished second in last week’s $25,000 Grand Prix. With consistency being the key, the second place finish in both weeks’ prix’s will help keep Daniel on top for the Equus Events $15,000 Year End Rider Bonus.

Click here to see the winning video courtesy of Equis Productions.

Full results are as follows:

Atlanta Spring Premiere Wrap Up

We have just wrapped up the 2008 Atlanta Spring Premiere. We were blessed with gorgeous weather the entire week! May is such a wonderful time to visit the Georgia International Horse Park.

On Saturday evening everyone gathered at the Grand Prix Field to enjoy a “Preakness Party” sponsored by DFG Stables and New Vintage Farm. After cheering on Big Brown to another victory (I know we are all keeping our fingers crossed for a Triple Crown winner) attention then took center stage on the $25,000 Atlanta Spring Premiere Grand Prix.

Six riders of the initial field of 25 graduated on to the second round jump off of the Pierre Jolicoeur designed course. Congratulations to Hardin Towell of Camden, SC and Copado owned by Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Oare for taking the blue ribbon followed closely by Daniel Geitner of Aiken, SC and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bostwick's Sympa who captured the red rosette. “It was a great class!” said Hardin after his win. “Pierre (Jolicoeur) did a good job. I loved the show just like always and it is always nice showing at such a nice facility. I’d also like to thank Betty and Ernie Oare for letting me ride Copado.”

Click here to see the winning video courtesy of Equis Productions.
Complete results are as follows:

JP and Megan Godard

Atlanta Spring Series

The Atlanta Spring Series is just a week away! Stalls are still available, so if you still need to make your reservations please call our office at 803-643-5698.

Jumper Riders don't forget we have added a $10,000 Welcome class each week, a new $10,000 Jr/Am Jumper Classic week one, and a $10,000 Ch/Ad Jumper Classic week 2. These shows will also have qualifying classes for our 2008 Year End Rider Awards!

The Aiken Spring points have been tallied for our year-end rider awards. For those that have not yet heard, Equus Events is awarding over $20,000 in year end prizes and awards in the open jumper and children's/adult division. Here are our top 5 in each division at this point:

2008 Show Schedule Changes

Dear Exhibitor,

We have some changes to our 2008 Show Schedule. We are proud to announce that the “June Classic” has moved to the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The show will take place at F.E.N.C.E. Equestrian Center in Tryon, NC and will be U.S.E.F. “A” rated. The feature class will be the $10,000 Foothills Premier Jumper Classic and there will be several other hunter and jumper classics to follow.

Also new for 2008 is the Aiken Fall Festival. These shows will take place September 11 - 14 and 18 - 21 in Aiken, SC. This event will be the season finale for Equus Events and as such will feature several high stakes classes such as a $25,000 Grand Prix and we will be awarding a year end High Point Rider Bonus- $15,000 for the Open Jumper Rider and $5,000 for the Child/Adult Jumper Rider.

Details for the High Point Awards are available at www.equusevents.com.

Prize list are being printed for the Atlanta Spring shows May 14 - 18 and 21 - 25. We have added some new classes for this year:
$10,000 Welcome Jumper each week
$10,000 Jr/Am Jumper Classic (wk 1)
$10,000 Ch/Adult Jumper Classic (wk 2)
Also, we have separated many of the hunter classics by age and or size.

Hope to see you at the show!

J.P.

Happy New Year Everyone!

We hope you had a great Holiday season. We are getting everything packed up to head down to Louisiana. I just got off the phone with the folks at Amen Corner Farm and they say the grounds look great and we're ready to get “showing”. Paddocks were not listed in the prize list, but are available. Just call us in the office if you would like to reserve one.

I think everyone attending the January Jazz series will find these shows to be among the most accommodating you will find.

We look forward to seeing you there!

JP

2008 Show Schedule Announced!

We are pleased to announce two new “AA” rated horse shows to our 2008 show schedule. Equus Events will host the COASTAL CLASSICS July 2 -13 in Pensacola, Florida. These vacation themed shows will feature exhibitor parties daily and an early schedule so you may enjoy all of the area attractions. Pensacola’s 4th of July celebration is the largest on the Gulf Coast and finishes with a huge fireworks display over Pensacola Bay. Jet-skiing, para-sailing, fishing, diving, and amusement parks are just some of the area activities. You can go to www.visitpensacola.com for more area info or to reserve your beach villa or condo. The event will take place at the Escambia County Equestrian Center. It features a covered arena with stadium seating, all-weather footing in the outdoor rings, 12x12 permanent stabling with covered wash racks, and full RV hookups.

Here is the Equus Events 2008 Schedule:
January Jazz: January 16 – February 3
Atlanta Spring: May 14 – 25
June Classic: June 6 – 8
Coastal Classics: July 2 – 13
Conyers Fall: September 5 – 7
Fall Fling: September 12 – 14

We hope you and your families have a safe and happy holiday season!
J.P. Godard

Pine Mountain Week 2 Wrap Up (August 15, 2007)

Thank you to all of our exhibitors, sponsors, and staff for supporting the 2007 Pine Mountain Summer Classic series! We also want to thank all of our trainers for their cooperation at the show rings. It really was nice being able to finish so early each day this last week.

The winner of the $10,000 Poplar Place Jumper Classic was Trovador owned by the Bullneck Barn, LLC and was ridden to the blue by Mariano Bedoya. Mariano was also 2nd aboard Elysee 42. Complete results can be viewed at www.horseshowing.com.

Don't forget the closing date for the Conyers Fall Classic is August 27th, so make sure to get you entries in early!

We hope to see you at the show!
JP and Megan

Pine Mountain Week 1 Wrap Up (August 10, 2007)

We have just wrapped up week one of the Pine Mountain Summer Classic Show series. We had a fabulous week with sunny skies, great competition, and a sold out show! The highlight of week one was the second annual $10,000 Marcy Martin Memorial Jumper Classic. Congratulations to "Gera" and Mandy Lockett for their victory in this very special class.

We are looking forward to week two in the series. We do still have a few stalls left for this week, so let us know if you are planning to join us!

Complete results can be viewed at www.horseshowing.com.

See you all soon!
JP and Megan

Announcement! (July 3rd, 2007)

The prize list, schedule and entry form for the Pine Mountain Summer Classics has been posted.

2) Madelyn (Maddie)Elizabeth Godard has arrived! Born on Friday June 29th at 10:33 AM weighing 6 lbs 14 oz and measuring 19 inches

Charleston June Classic Wrap Up (June 16, 2007)

We would like to thank all of our exhibitors, sponsors, and staff for a very successful Charleston June Classic Show. We hope that you enjoyed the week at the beach! We also want to congratulate rider Lincoln Russell and owner's Mike and Kim Ryon who where both 1st and 2nd place in the $10,000 Charleston Jumper Classic.

It's now time to gear up for the Pine Mountain Summer Classics in beautiful Hamilton, Ga. Stalls will be limited to insure early days, so make sure to get your entries in on time! The prize list will be mailed next week and will be posted online too.

If you have a question, or need to make stall or bedding reservations make sure to contact us in the office at 803-643-5698...and remember the new fax line 803-644-8509.

Hope to see you at the show,

JP

P.S. Megan is due in just three weeks so you should receive an update around the 4th of July!

Atlanta Spring Challenge Wrap Up (May 29, 2007)

Congratulations to all of our winners this week at the Atlanta Spring Challenge! It was another great week at the Georgia International Horse Park. Great competition as well as another week of outstanding weather.

We would like to thank Dr. Juan Gamboa and Fort Dodge for holding an exhibitors reception Friday at the show as well as our featured sponsor of the week, Central Equine and Scott Schaedle. Also a special thanks to our show sponsors; The Atlanta Hunt Club, Jump In Connection, Stevehaven Stables, Biogricio and Lewis Pack, Century 21 Eulalie Salley of Aiken, SC, and Tokaruk Show Stables of Aiken, SC. We greatly appreciate all of your support!

A big congratulations goes out to Hardin Towell of Camden, SC and his Iago Du Quesnoy for winning the first annual $25,000 Central Equine Grand Prix! Hardin won his first Mini Prix at the Atlanta Spring Challenge exactly 4 years ago on the Olympic field and we are extremely excited for him to capture his first Grand Prix win here as well! Jeffery Martin and Hojagergards Clinton came in a close second followed by 14 year old Taylor Land and Canaille who took home the yellow ribbon. Taylor made her Grand Prix Prix debut at last weeks Atlanta Spring Premiere Grand Prix and took home 9th. Her third place finish this week with a very seasoned field of riders makes us think this up and coming team will be one to watch out for!

(Pictures courtesy of our official photographer Shawn McMillen Photography)

Atlanta Spring Premire Wrap Up (May 25, 2007)

Hello everyone! We have just wrapped up an exciting week here at the The Atlanta Spring Premiere. This first show of our two week series went off with a bang with gorgeous weather and lots of fun for all!

The highlight of this weeks show was the first annual $25,000 Atlanta Spring Premiere Grand Prix. Sergio Campos and Shakira Do Jacare kept the crowd on the edge of their seats with his thrilling victory, just edging out Christian Currey and Cenzo who took second, and Debbie Connor an her Hiberia Rouge who took the third place position.

Here are complete results:

Hello everyone! (May 11, 2007)

Things are in full swing here at the Equus Events office. The Atlanta Spring Premiere and the Atlanta Spring Challenge are just a week away.

Stalls are filling up fast for both weeks, so if we have not heard from you yet and you are planning to attend please contact us in the office at 803-643-5698 as soon as possible!

This years shows look to be our biggest and best to date with great classes and classics for everyone including a $25,000 grand Prix each week! Don't forget there will be a party each week on Saturday after the show.

The closing date for the Charleston June Classic is May 24th.

This years show is "AA" rated and features a $10,000 jumper classic!

Make sure to get your stall and hotel or condo reservations ASAP, stalls will be limited to insure early days. Call Connections at (800) 262-9974 or
Resort Quest at (800) GO-RELAX for accommodations. The marina party is not to be missed!

Also, please note that we do have a new fax number. It is 803-644-8509.

We hope your spring is getting off to a good start and look forward to seeing you in Atlanta!

J.P.

New Announcements for the 2007 Show Season (February 9th, 2007)
We have several new announcements for the 2007 show season. As many of you have heard there will be two back to back weeks for the Atlanta Spring in May. The Atlanta Spring Premiere May 16th - 20th and the Atlanta Spring Challenge May 23rd – 27th. Both shows will feature:

• AA Hunter Rating
• $25,000 Grand Prix
• $5,000 Welcome Class
• $5,000 Junior/Am-Owner Jumper Classic
• $5,000 Child/Adult Jumper Classic
• The pony classics will be split Small, Medium, and Large

• AA Hunter Rating
• The Outside Course will be used
• $10,000 Charleston Jumper Classic
• Junior Hunter Classic
• Am/Owner Hunter Classic
• The pony classics will be split Small, Medium, and Large
• Marina Party (not to be missed!)

2007 Show Schedule Has Been Posted (October 19th, 2006)
Our 2007 show schedule has been posted on our Shows page. Check them out then take out your pens and Mark your calendars!

2006 Show Season Comes to an End (September 12th, 2006)
Hello all! Equus Events has just wrapped up its 2006 season. Thanks to all of our loyal supporters for a great year. There will be some exciting things happening next year, so watch for our 2007 dates which will be out soon.

The first annual Labor Day Classic show was a huge success. We have big plans for this show in 2007, so make sure to mark your calendars. The Camden Fall Fling proved to be the biggest to date. A big congratulations goes out to our 2006 Governors Cup Finalist as well as the $10,000 Camden Mini Prix winners!

Pine Mountain Shows Wrap Up (August 10, 2006)
We have just wrapped up a great two weeks at the Pine Mountain Summer Classic shows! During week one, the inaugural Marcy Martin Memorial Jumper Classic was won by 'Cheenookee', owned by High Ridge Farm and ridden by Susie Fried. Thanks to all that made that class a very special night. It was so nice to be able to honor a great horseman such as Marcy Martin. Also a special thanks to Crickets Restaurant of Pine Mountain for providing our dinner that evening!

The highlight of the two weeks was the $10,000 Habitat for Humanity Jumper Classic. Saturday evening featured 'An Evening of Art and an Equestrian Extravaganza'. A dinner and an art auction took place along with the jumper classic to benefit the Columbus area Habitat for Humanity. 'Trouvador' was the victor with rider Mariano Bedoya riding for Bullneck Barn, LLC, just narrowing out Lincoln Russell and his mount 'Monarch' who took the red rosette. The art auction was a huge success and featured an authentic original Normal Rockwell sketch. The starting bid was $19,500...and guess what? One of our exhibitors took it home!!

Click here to view results from both shows.

Jeanine's Restaurant and Steak house hosted both of our exhibitors' parties each Thursday. Week two was the infamous Karaoke party...watch for pictures (and video) coming up on the web site soon! Pine Mountain Idol maybe?

Again, thanks to everyone, including all of our sponsors for helping to make the shows a huge success. We really had a great time!

The Labor Day and Camden prize lists are out, so make sure you get your entries in on time. See ya in Conyers!

J.P. and Megan

P.S. As many of you know, J.P. and I have been in the process of moving so we apologize if it has taken longer than normal to return office messages ect. My cell number is 803-295-2094, so if you need to talk with someone right away, please don't hesitate to contact me. Thanks to all for bearing with us!

2006 Pine Mountain Summer Classics (July 20, 2006)
If you have not called in a stall count or sent in your entries yet and are planning to come to either Pine Mountain show, please contact me ASAP at 803-295-2094 or megan@equusevents.com.

We are sold out of camper spots and possibly over sold on stalls, so please don't wait to the last minute to let us know you are coming! Looks like its going to be a steller show this year! See ya there!

Summer Shows Updates (July 13, 2006)
We are just a couple weeks away from the second annual Pine Mountain Summer Classics, taking place July 26-30 and August 2-6. The deadline for entries is July 17th and we are already filling up fast! If you need a camper space let us know ASAP as we only have a couple of spots left. Also permanent stalls will be on a first come first serve basis so get your entries in early!

A special thanks to all of our 2006 Pine Mountain Summer Classic sponsors and supporters. Please visit our Sponsors page for links to their web sites:

ATLANTA HUNT CLUB
HOMESTEAD LOG CABINS, THE OFFICIAL ACCOMODATIONS FOR THE HORSE SHOW
CRICKET’S RESTAURANT
HARRIS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
EMO INSURANCE
HIGHRIDGE FARM
BARNA LOG HOMES AND PINE MOUNTAIN LOFT AND GALLERY
MR. AND MRS DENNIS MURPHY, JR.
SMARTPAK
CANDY KLINE AND FROG POND FARM
CHA CHA PARMER
MRS. PASTURES HORSE COOKIES
JEANINE’S RESTAURANT
SOLSTICE FARM
BIAGRICO USA
JUMP IN CONNECTION
THE RIDING HABIT
STYLE WISE MONOGRAMS
FARNAM

We are also excited to announce the first annual $10,000 Marcy Martin Memorial Grand Prix during the first week of the horse show. The class will be dedicated to Marcy Martin and his 40 years of dedication to training hunters and jumpers. The winner will receive the Marcy Martin Memorial Perpetual Trophy, a cooler donated by Integrity Linens and a special basket donated by Mom's Marvelous Oat Munchies. The evening will be capped of by an exhibitors and sponsor party sponsored by Crickets Restaurant of Pine Mountain.

The second week of horse showing will feature a $10,000 Jumper Classic and "An Evening of Art and Equestrian Extravaganza" to benefit the Columbus Area Habitat for Humanity. For tickets and information please contact the Columbus Habitat at 706-653-6003.

As always both weeks will feature fun parties and events for everyone...including, back by popular demand, a "Karaoke" party at Janine's Restaurant and Grill (it was a hoot last year!)

For stalls and bedding reservations give Megan a call. She is busy selling real estate so best to call on her cell at 803-295-2094 or email her at Megan@equusevents.com

We hope to see you all there!

P.S. The prize list for the Labor Day Classic, September 2-4, will be in the mail within the week! Don't miss this one!

Spring Shows a Huge Success! (June 6, 2006)
Well, we have just wrapped up our spring shows and wish to thank all of our sponsors, exhibitors and supporters for making the Atlanta Spring Challenge and the Carolina Series a huge success! The Atlanta show was our biggest to date and we expect an even bigger and better show next year.

The highlight of all the spring shows was the exhibitors cruise (might I say party instead?) on the Island Breeze Tour boat in Bohicket Marina during the Charleston June Horse Show. It was a gorgeous evening that started out with a wine and cheese party at the Bohicket Chandlery thanks to Jonathon Rabon and Robin Stoney....we then sailed off on a two hour cruise with wonderful views and we even got to do some dolphin watching!

A very special thanks goes out to Bob Bell and the Bohicket marina for an evening to remember as well as a huge congratulations to all of our Carolina Spring Series circuit champions!

We are now gearing up for the 2nd annual Pine Mountain Summer Classics held at Poplar Place Farm in Hamilton, GA July 26th - August 6th. The prize list will be posted soon and should be mailed out by the end of the week. Permanent stalls and camper spaces are limited so make sure you get your entries in on time.

We are pleased to announce that the Columbus area Habitat for Humanity will again be our beneficiary with a dinner and auction during the $10,000 Jumper Prix on Saturday evening of the second week. Many sponsorship opportunities are available.

Also don't forget to mark your calendars for the new Labor Day Classic show held September 2nd - 4th at the Georgia International Horse Park.

Thanks to all and please give me a call in the office 803-643-5698 or e-mail us for Pine Mountain reservations or any other questions you may have.

Equus Events, Inc. Launches New Web Site (May 15, 2006)
After months of planning and design, our new web site if finally here! We hope you like the look and feel of it as well as our new logo.

Equus Events, Inc. Spring and Summer Shows (April, 2006)
The Equus Events, Inc. gang has been very busy lately. A new show has been added to the schedule so check out the the Labor Day Classic.

All prize lists, entry forms and schedules can be found on our shows page.

Competitors at the Charleston Spring Classic, Camden Spring Fling, and the Charleston June Classic will have the opportunity to qualify for the Carolina Spring Series circuit awards that will be presented at the Charleston June Classic. Each show will have something to offer everyone. The series will culminate with a party on the "Island Breeze" tour boat in Bohicket marina in June!

We are also very excited about this year's Atlanta Spring Challenge. Some of the new classes include: a $2,500 Pre-Green Classic, a $5,000 Open Welcome, separate $1,500 Children, and $2,500 Adult Jumper Classics, and an Equitation Classic featuring $5,000 in trainer bonuses! We hope to see you all there!