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Discover Virginia’s Unbridled Possibilities

Virginia’s equestrian landscape is where timeless tradition meets living history. Set among rolling hills and storied estates, the region invites you to step into a world shaped by centuries of horsemanship.

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Team Hesslink Williams Top the Podium at The Baran Global Hunter Classic

Valkenswaard, Netherlands – July 13, 2025 – The final day of competition at The Baran Global Hunter Classic at Longines Tops International Arena, crowned Team Hesslink Williams, comprised of professional hunter rider Geoffrey Hesslink (Wellington, Florida), junior hunter rider Faith Schuttemeyer (Boynton Beach, Florida) and international jumper rider Lillie Keenan (USA), topped the field of seven teams.

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Vote for Your Favorites: The 2025 Gold List

Now in its 12th year, the annual Equestrian Living Gold List has grown to become America’s leading survey of equestrians’ favorite brands, people, places, hangouts, fashion, and lifestyles.

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Team Captain John French and Crystal Blue Ride to the Win In the Classic Round at The Baran Global Hunter Classic

Day Two of competition at The Baran Global Hunter Classic held at the Longines Tops International Arena featured the Classic Hunter Round. Team Captain and legendary hunter professional, John French (Wellington, Florida) and Crystal Blue (Casino Grande x Miss Blue/Mr Blue), owned by Walkenbach Equestrian LLC, took the top honors jumping to a score of 93, with each judging panel scoring 90 or higher.

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Teams Announced for The Baran Global Hunter Classic

Wellington, Fla. – July 10, 2025 – The stage is set. The teams are assembled. A new chapter in hunter sport is about to be written. The Baran Global Hunter Classic announces the riders who will lead this historic equestrian event.

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Thank You To the Supporters of The Baran Global Hunter Classic

Wellington, Fla. – July 9, 2025 –  The Baran Global Hunter Classic, set to debut July 11–13, 2025, at Longines Tops International Arena in Valkenswaard, Netherlands, is proud to recognize the supporters helping bring this groundbreaking event to life.

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GallopNYC Welcomes Matt Lowe to Board of Directors

New York – July 8, 2025 – GallopNYC, New York City's nonprofit organization, providing life-changing therapeutic horsemanship programs to children, adults, veterans and seniors, is proud to announce the appointment of Matt Lowe to its board of directors.

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Discover Virginia’s Unbridled Possibilities

Virginia’s equestrian landscape is where timeless tradition meets refined indulgence. Nestled among rolling hills, historic estates, and world-renowned vineyards, this distinguished region invites you to indulge in a curated selection of bespoke experiences that embody the history and elegance of equestrian lifestyle.

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Top Horse Barn Design Mistakes

A luxury horse barn must be more than a beautiful structure — it must prioritize equine health and safety while also serving as an efficient workplace for handlers. Every decision made in the design stage will impact the daily life of both horses and humans.

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Come Together This Summer in Valkenswaard

Wellington, Fla. - June 12, 2025- Anticipation is building for the debut of The Baran Global Hunter Classic, a groundbreaking new event set to spotlight the elegance and precision of hunter sport.

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Step into Adventure | The EQ Inner Circle

Guided by the company ethos, Penelope Chilvers’ boots are idyllic for adventures that require functionality and comfort. Penelope Chilvers draws inspiration from the untamed beauty of the African bush, where wildlife still roams freely.

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GallopNYC Celebrates Horses and Community During the Central Park Promenade

New York - May 23, 2025—On Sunday, May 18, GallopNYC brought life to Central Park’s historic bridle path with its annual Central Park Promenade. GallopNYC's horses, riders, families, and supporters converged near the Stonearch Bridge. The event celebrated GallopNYC's services: providing therapeutic horsemanship to New Yorkers with disabilities, including children, older adults, veterans, and first responders.

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