Some clients have asked about equestrian events in the Charlotte, Weddington or Lake Norman area. With a lifetime appreciation of riding hunters and dressage,  I understand the desire to be near your horse or pony. Carolina is horse country! Hunter/jumper and dressage lessons are available, as well as trail riding. There are shows, fox hunts and many clinics in addition to weekly lessons. Please contact me for additional information and recommendations.      Many people are moving just over the Mecklenburg/Union County line to Weddington, Waxhaw, Marvin, and Wesley Chapel because of the lower taxes and good schools...and to be closer to their horses and ponies. The Fort Mill area, to the south of Ballantyne in South Carolina,  is growing rapidly with many new and beautiful subdivisions.

In April, the Charlotte Jumper Classic comes to town at the Time Warner Arena. It is one of the most exciting show jumping events in the nation. The three-day competition attracts internationally acclaimed equestrians and their mounts to compete for $700,000 in prize money. McClain Ward, pictured left, is a regular competitor in the Charlotte Grand Prix. It also holds jumper classes for junior, adult and ameteur riders. You can see other notable renown competitors at the Jumper Classic including Beezie Madden, Laura Kraut and Paige Johnson, daughter of the Charlotte Bobcats owner and founder of BET, Bob Johnson. Hope to see you there!

Where is my favorite place to ride? Below are a few of area stables that offer lessons, boarding, show services and safe mounts for all levels of riders. While there are other reputable stables, I personally know these trainers and/or owners as well as other happy riders, pony/horse owners at these farms. Contact me for more information and happy riding! South Charlotte in Union County:  Cedarhill Farm   contact Andrea Guzinski; a wonderful full-service stable; I've enjoyed riding with their trainers! Hunter's Lane Farm contact Robbie Hunt or Marie Irby; a wonderful full-service stable with emphasis on showing; I've enjoyed riding with them! Hidden Valley Stables Just across the state line in South Carolina: Leg Up Equestrian In north Charlotte: Fox Hollow Farm Latta Plantation Lake Norman Dressage Clubs of Interest: United States Equestrian Federation United States Pony Club Sporting Services Hunts in North Carolina Carolina Horse and Hound North Carolina Horse Council 4-H Carolina Horse Park in Raeford While too far to commute from Charlotte, for horse enthusiasts, this new and fabulous eventing stable can't go without mention: The Fork Stables

Elizabeth Snide
                   704.222.7343   LizSnide@YourCharlotteHome.com

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