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THE HEADWATERS STABLE TOUR
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The Best Western Orangeville Inn & Suites presents...
The Headwaters Stable Tour
In association with Budson Farm and Feed, Hallmark Toyota & Pfaff Audi
Saturday, September 13th and
Sunday, September 14th, 2008
10am to 4pm daily ~ Free Admission
Head to the Hills of Headwaters for the inaugural Headwaters Stable Tour on September 13th & 14th. Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of Ontario’s finest equine stables. Just hop in your car, and follow the map to this weekend of FREE fun family entertainment!
The Hills of Headwaters, a 4000 square kilometre region of scenic countryside, is the heart of one of the most concentrated equestrian areas in the province of Ontario.
Many would argue that the best way to experience the scenic countryside of the region is, in fact, on horseback. A quiet ride in the countryside provides immense pleasure and the rolling hills and valleys in the Hills of Headwaters are the perfect backdrop for enjoying the companionship of a horse and the exhilaration of a morning trail ride.
Equine activity is intrinsic to the very fabric of our local communities in the Hills of Headwaters. It is here you will find some of the country’s premiere breeding farms, coaching and training facilities, riding schools, boarding stables, ranches, suppliers (including farriers, veterinarians, feed, bedding & tack shops), and special events.
Escape the city for a unique getaway in the Hills of Headwaters. Bring your own horse and enjoy our trails, experience first-hand a working cattle ranch, take in one of our many equestrian shows throughout the season, or see what all the fuss is about with an introductory lesson at one of our many fine riding schools.
Anytime of year equestrians can experience the best nature has to offer and all things equine, in the Hills of Headwaters.
For details, maps and locations visit horsesinthehills.ca >
Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsors!
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Aislinn Dressage
Aislinn Dressage is a new dressage facility offering high calibre boarding and training. Aislinn Dressage is home to FEI rider Leah Wilson, 2007 Silver Medalist at the North American Young Rider Championships.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- A Freestyle "Pas de Deux" put on by the Standardbred Adoption Society
- Displays by artist Rosemarie Armstrong along with other local artists and photographers
- Miniatures horse and pony grooming demonstrations throughout the weekend
Photos, location and maps ~ Aislinn Dressage >
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Beaverwood Farm
Founded in 1981, Beaverwood Farm specializes in breeding, training and raising top children’s riding and driving ponies. They are renowned throughout the nation, with some even competing in Germany (1997) and France (2002) placing in the top 15 at both events – a venerable accomplishment for Canadian sport horses competing with their own breeder/trainer/owners. Their great grandparents can still be seen on our farm today: one of our pony stallions, Beaverwood’s Juniper, is a 5th generation and was born on site.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Pony and horse carriage driving
- Pony and horse children riding and jumping
- Mares and foals to visit and pat
- Saturday -- Equestrian photography exhibition by Leslie Town & Janet Grant
(www.myhorse.ca)
Photos, location and maps ~ Beaverwood Farm >
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Caledon Equine Hospital
Caledon Equine Hospital is ideally located in the Hills of Headwaters region to provide for all equine veterinary needs. From colic surgery to lameness exams, sick foals to pre-purchase exams, Caledon Equine Hospital can help with all aspects of veterinary care for horses. Hospital tours will showcase anesthesia induction and recovery, stalls, surgical suite, exam rooms and stabling. A unique, world-class facility in the heart of the Hills of Headwaters.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
Hospital tours every hour on the hour, beginning at 8:30 am until 4:00 pm Saturday only. Exhibitions and representatives from the following companies will be available throughout the day:
- IDEXX Equine Health
- Ontario Standardbred Adoption Society assisting in the adoption and relocation of retired and nonracing standardbred horses
- Ontario Pet Cremation Services
- Horsejobs.ca hiring for all disciplines of the equine industry
- Equine pharmaceutical representatives: Bioniche, Trutina & Wyeth
- FREE barbecue throughout the day, courtesy of Caledon Equine Hospital
- Door prizes
Photos, location and maps ~ Caledon Equine Hospital >
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Cedar Mills Classical Riding Club
Cedar Mills is a showcase for the Lusitano horse with 25 horses of this breed in residence. Nestled in the rolling hills of Caledon it is known for performances of Classical Riding, including a 8 stallion quadrille, pas de deux, pas de quatre, work in hand, long reining and work in the pillars.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Performances at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. each day
- Guided tours every ½ hour
- Videos of previous performances
- Displays of Portuguese tack
- Stallions will be on view in their stalls
Photos, location and maps ~ Cedar Mills Classical Riding Club >
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Equus 3D
This full service eventing facility, located on 80 acres, offers lessons in dressage, show jumping and cross country. Also offers therapeutic program, recreational and competitive lessons for adults and children. Equine Canada “learn to ride program” from levels 1 to 8.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Cross country course walk
- Educations displays
- Demonstration lessons
- Demonstration rides
Photos, location and maps ~ Equus 3D >
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Hockley Hills School of Horsemanship
Situated on 92 acres of rolling, park-like land, in the beautiful Hockley Hills region. Our School of Horsemanship offers an excellent riding program in both Western and English disciplines in a fun, safe and friendly environment. Our certified coaches tailor lessons to meet rider’s needs, from beginner to competitive level, on well-trained horses. We also offer an awesome summer camp, full of fun activities.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- English and Western demonstration riding lessons throughout the weekend
- Free coffee and cookies for all visitors
- Visitors will be able to try their hand at grooming a horse during their visit
Photos, location and maps ~ Hockley Hills School of Horsemanship >
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Loralee Farms
Loralee Farms is a top-notch boarding facility offering quality care and services to the horses and their owners. Services offered include daily turnout in small groups, health management program, individual turnout, individual feed program, illuminated sand rings, trails and trailering services. In the summer of 2007 a new 62’ X 150’ indoor riding arena with 16 stalls was constructed. The new arena has allowed Loralee Farms to expand its business with a trainer and coach on site. Riding lessons are offered to children, adults and boarders. The farm is located on County Road 124, approximately 1.5 km north of Highway 89.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- 10:00 am – Local equine photographer Tara Giecko
- 11:00 am – Demonstrations of English and Western riding
- 12:00 pm - Renowned artist Karl Barnhart will be providing drawing lessons
- 1:00 pm – Farrier demonstrations
- 2:00 pm – Barrel racing demonstrations
- 3:00 pm – Youth pony demonstrations
- 11:30 am to 2:00 pm -- BBQ
Photos, location and maps ~ Loralee Farms >
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Orangeville Fairgrounds
Orangeville Fairgrounds is operated by the Orangeville Agricultural Society, and is a modern, multi-purposed facility on 88 acres. The building houses a barn capable of holding 64 box stalls, and indoor arena and viewing area, boardroom and banquet rooms for all type of events.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Pony Club demonstrations
- Eco-Energy Show on site all weekend. Featuring energy saving devices for home and business, as well as energy efficient autos.
- Riding demonstrations
Photos, location and maps ~ Orangeville Fairgrounds >
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Rawhide Adventures
Often referred to as the last authentic working cattle ranch in the province, Peace Valley Ranch, the proud home of Rawhide Adventures, has established itself as a premier destination for cowboys and city-slickers alike. Taking advantage of its unparalleled location on the Niagara Escarpment, Rawhide Adventures maintains a trail network covering some 1500 acres, offering a unique natural theatre for both work and play, and accommodates a range of rider experience levels. With a focus on the horse/rider relationship, we are eager to learn, practice and teach non-traditional horsemanship and have been doing so for almost 50 years.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- “Barrel” demos, Ground tying demos
- Learn to mount without using stirrups
- Bridling and ground manner demos
- $2 hamburgers all weekend, featuring our own Peace Valley beef!
Photos, location and maps ~ Rawhide Adventures >
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Rustic Meadows
Rustic Meadows is a lesson and breeding facility. The owner, Joanne Milton, is an Equine Canada certified Western Coach and International Side Saddle Association certified judge/instructor. The emphasis is on horsemanship and stable management along with riding lessons. Students also have the unique opportunity to try reining or side saddle as they progress. The breeding program at Rustic Meadows produces a few very select reining horses. There are only three hand-picked broodmares, chosen for their temperament, conformation and reining ability. The resulting foals live up to the Rustic Meadows motto: “Breeding for athletic ability, trainability and longevity.”
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Equine Art Show presented by Hills of Erin Studio Tour
- Ontario Reining Horse Association
- Reining and side saddle demonstrations on-going throughout the day
- Riders in side saddle costumes, displays and exhibits
Photos, location and maps ~ Rustic Meadows >
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Sher-Al Farm
Sher-Al Farm is home to 10 year veteran of the Canadian National Show Jumping Team Frankie Chesler Ortiz and her husband Venezuelan National Team riding Juan Ortiz and family. This 30 stall state-of-the-art facility offers training, boarding, showing and sales to clients with onsite indoor arena and outdoor all weather footing training ring, with Equi-Sizer walker, round pen, and luscious grass paddocks and large pastures with run in sheds. Also included on the property are endless miles of tranquil hacking trails, which makes it hard to believe we are centrally located just north of the GTA, 20 minutes west of the 400 highway and 5 minutes to the Palgrave Show grounds.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Guided tours of the facility will be available daily, on the half-hour, between 10am and 3pm.
Photos, location and maps ~ Sher-Al Farm >
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Teen Ranch
Teen Ranch is a registered charitable organization and a non-denominational Christian sports camp established in 1967. We love kids and we guarantee them fun! Our multi-level equestrian programs are dedicated to excellence in instruction, safety and skill development in young riders. Teen Ranch is established in the horse industry as a centre for equestrian excellence. We offer instructional camps for both English and Western disciplines, as well as hosting a number of horse shows throughout the year, including the Trillium Circuit, American Quarter Horse Association, as well as our own series of schooling shows including hunters, jumpers and open.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Jumping demonstrations, Barrel racing demonstrations
- Pony rides, Hay/wagon rides
- BBQ lunch served between 12pm and 2pm
Photos, location and maps ~ Teen Ranch >
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Victoria Farms
Circa 1853, this Victorian manor equestrian estate property is nestled on 60 acres atop the rolling Hockley Highlands, just south of Rosemont, Ontario. Victoria Farms is a working warm blood breeding farm that breeds for the Olympic sport of Dressage.
Victoria Farms is home to the design studios and offices of three of North America’s premier equestrian apparel lifestyle brands: Roots Equestrian, Uberreit Equestrian, and the Royal Winter Fair brands. Victoria Farms is also the headquarters and flagship store of Equestrian Factory Outlet Inc., North American’s first equestrian apparel clearance franchise shops, featuring discounted high end European equestrian apparel.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Stable tours on the ½ hour.
- Internationally renowned equestrian artist JOZEF will be creating work on both days. His equestrian art cards and limited prints will be available for sale and for personal autographs.
Photos, location and maps ~ Victoria Farms >
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Windswept Farm
Windswept Farm is a private horse breeding farm devoted to the breeding of Hanoverian sport horses with breeding programs carried on in both Canada and Germany. Featuring four approved stallions standing at stud, and home of a fine herd of elite and state premium mares and their offspring. The Farm offers breeding services as well as trained horses for sale. There are many paddocks for turn out, three barns plus a quarantine barn, an indoor and outdoor ring, a breeding room and a lab, all on-site.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- Free-jumping demonstrations, Riding demonstrations
- Tours of facility
- Visiting with the foals
Photos, location and maps ~ Windswept Farm >
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Xenora Horse Empowerment
Equestrian training facility offering quality boarding and classical training with emphasis on respecting the horses’ natural ability. Riding instructions and seat correction to improve the communication between the rider and the horse.
Special events/activities/exhibits:
- 12:00 pm – Alternative treatments – acupuncture, laser, reiki
- 1:00 pm – Training of horses in hand
- 2:00 pm – Breeding stallions presentation
- 3:00 pm – Dressage work under saddle
Photos, location and maps ~ Xenora Horse Empowerment >
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Tournament of Champions - September 17 to 21
Featuring Canada’s top show jumping riders…
Learn more at tournamentofchampions.ca >
Wits End Horse Trials - September 25 to 28
The Triathlon of Equestrian Sport…
Learn more at witsendhorsetrials.ca >
Dufferin Town & Country Farm Tour – September 27
Experience agriculture as it happens…
Learn more at thehillsofheadwaters.com/farmtour >
Headwaters Arts Festival – September 26 – October 13
17-day artistic extravaganza…
Learn more at headwatersartsfestival.com >
5th Annual "Traces of our Past" Exhibit & Festival – September 27 & 28
At the Dufferin County Museum & Archives…
Learn more at thehillsofheadwaters.com/dufferinmuseum >
Pumpkinfest – September 27 – October 31
At Downey’s Farm Market & Winery…
Learn more at downeysfarm.com >
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