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WELCOME 2 With this fall edition of The Post, we continue to provide informative and entertaining insights into the individuals involved in Virginia’s equine industry. We have received several compliments so far — which we sincerely appreciate. The Virginia Horse Industry Board and Media General’s goal is to produce a high-caliber publication that delights and offers a positive behind-the-curtain look at some not so famous, but dedicated, Virginia horse people. In this issue we are highlighting women in our industry — individuals with varied backgrounds. Go to any horse event and see firsthand that females generally outnumber their male counterparts. The mystique of the horse seems to grab hold of the young girl’s imagination, and while many of life’s phases intercede — dating, college, career, marriage, children — there seems to be that ever present need to return to Oz, a desire to recapture the magic and wonder of horses. Some return through their children and some reach that midlife point where a four-legged steed that can do shoulder-ins, sliding stops or piaffes means more than a new red convertible or a shiny Harley. In tHIs Issue we are HIgHlIgHtIng women In our InDustry — InDIvIDuals wItH varIeD backgrounDs. Horse industry statistics show that women dominate the equine arena. The U.S. Equestrian Federation’s Equestrian Magazine reaches 90,000 readers — representing 28 breeds and disciplines — who spend $1.4 billion a year on horse products. Some 85 percent of these readers are women; 40 percent own a farm and an average of four horses. Equisearch.com reports that, by 2018, most veterinarians will be women and that 81 percent of the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ current members are women. So, please enjoy reading about these many talented female members of, and participants in, the Virginia equine industry. Whether protecting people as a member of a mounted squad, conducting critical research that will benefit all equines and their owners, taking an every-race risk riding steeplechase horses or creating masterful equine works of art, these women make major contributions to the industry. We recognize their significant accomplishments and are grateful for them. You can also read this issue, and previous issues of The www.horsenation.us Photo by Luis Leche Virginia Horse Industry Board Program Manager Andrea Heid shows off her horse Poquita, a purebred Andalusian mare. Post, on the Virginia Horse Industry Board’s Web site, www.vhib.org. While there, visit the newest section on Famous Virginia Horses — a virtual museum of Virginia’s notable equines and their claims to fame. As we step back into the routines of the fall, we hope you are excited about the start of another season, filled with opportunities to enjoy your horses. Whatever activity you choose, we hope your trip back to Oz is memorable. andrea Heid Program Manager Virginia Horse Industry Board the complete equine community HORSE NATION WWW.HORSENATION.US SIGN IN AND YOu CAN: * Discuss issues * Write about your business * Submit calendar items * Review products * Blog * Post a classified ad * Connect with like-minded individuals My Day at Deep Run Fall 2009 Mid-June in Richmond ushers in the first real heat and humidity of summer. June also brings a time-honored tradition to the Deep Run Hunt Club – the competition for the Bryan Trophy. The trophy, originally presented to Mr. and Mrs. Lamont S. Bryan by the Deep Run Juniors, recognizes excellence in horsemanship in junior competitors. This year's winner was Annie Cosby. Her name will be engraved, as was the names of past proud recipients, on the perpetual trophy. Doug Forshey Publisher The Bryan Trophy has been awarded since 1962. Jumping ability is a key criteria to winning the Bryan Trophy. Peter Walls and Jennifer Khoury of Merrill Lynch present the 2009 Bryan Trophy.
LETTERS To The Post: I have been wanting to write you and congratulate your team on an excellent supplement to the humdrum of a non-horsey newspaper. I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Post, and had an idea for the next article for “A day in the life of . . .” section. My name is Shannon Carner and I am an equine podiatrist. I differ from a traditional farrier and even a barefoot trimmer in many ways. I do not apply traditional metal horse shoes but do a form of “non-cast” material; I actually make shoes out of a fiberglass-like material and form it to horses’ feet. I also make “shoes” with epoxies and glues. My passion lies with foundered horses and animals suffering from navicular syndrome, but I have many clients that simply have maintenance trimming. Much of my work is centered in the rural areas of Buckingham and Farmville where there is so much need and so many neglected horses, but I do travel to Richmond, and Florida as well. I thought an article about equine podiatry would help inform horse owners that there is help for their foundered and lame [horses] that defies traditional thinking and that their horses can gallop sound without the need and expense of a metal shoe. Shannon Carner To the Post I have really enjoyed reading The Post! I am always on the lookout for interesting horse info and I am always pleased to read about other fellow equinuts. It’s a pleasure to see your publication in print! That said, I would like to submit an idea for a possible story. Every year, Fleetwood Community Center, a former elementary school in Nelson County, holds two weekend-long benefit trail rides: one in October and one in April. Riders come from all over the state to ride in the mountains. In fact, for this past spring ride, we had riders from Maryland, Tennessee, West Virginia and Georgia as well. As all profits go toward the upkeep of the center and the grounds, and as gas prices climb and the economy continues to sucker-punch us all, I thought perhaps you might be interested in highlighting a local riding option that supports a good cause. In addition, the Montebello Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, also in Nelson, just off of the Blue Ridge Parkway, also holds two weekend-long benefit trail rides. Their fall ride is also in October (dates do not conflict with Fleetwood’s ride) and the spring ride is in May. All of their profits benefit those vital services, and again, the ride is within easy driving distance of your readership. Audrey Diane Evans More letters on page 14 THE POST VIRGINIA HORSE PEOPLE AND PLACES Vol. 2 FALL 2009 No. 3 The Post is a publication of Media General Operations Inc. Douglas A. Forshey Publisher (804) 649-6998 dforshey@mediageneral.com Joan Hughes Editor (804) 512-4373 ThePost@mediageneral.com Send your editorial comments and story ideas to Joan. Skip Rowland Staff Photographer (804) 512-2402 skip@skippix.biz Contributing Writers Deborah Rider Allen Rex Bowman Andrea Heid Joan Hughes Carlos Santos Janet Showalter Pamela Stallsmith Andy Taylor Advertising Sales Pam Sanders Sales Manager (804) 380-8011 psanders@mediageneral.com The Post will be published quarterly in 2009 by Media General Operations, Inc., 333 East Franklin St., Richmond, VA 23219. The magazine is distributed free of charge in central and western Virginia. This publication is copyright 2009 Media General Operations, Inc. All editorial materials are fully protected and may not be reproduced in any manner without our written consent. Questions regarding the content should be directed to the publisher. The Post is published in partnership with the Virginia Horse Industry Board. For more information about the Virginia horse industry, the VHIB or to read The Post online visit www.vhib.org. On the cover: On the job (clockwise from top left): Photo of steeplechase jockey Danielle Hodsdon in blue silks courtesy of Douglas Lees/Virginia Gold Cup Association; photo of mounted police officer Amy Bailey on the now-retired GQ courtesy of Linda House/Foxwoodphotography.com; photo of equine artist Gail Guirreri-Maslyk courtesy of Gail Guirreri-Maslyk; photo of Dr. Virginia Buechner-Maxwell (left) and associate courtesy of Dr. Virginia Buechner-Maxwell. Media General is a multimedia company operating leading newspapers, television stations and online enterprises primarily in the Southeastern United States. 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