he Equestrian Fellowship Fall/Winter Horse Show turnout far exceeded expectations, considering the downpour we received two days before. Held at Rose Dhu Creek Equestrian Center, good weather, beautiful horses and great rides were the highlights of the day. Judges for this event were Missy Roades, Beaufort, SC, in the Hunter/Jumper arena and Andre Pool, Taylors, SC, for Dressage.

Mr. Pool held a Dressage Clinic the following day which several Saturday competitors attended.

Rose Dhu Creek Equestrian Center will be holding several Dressage clinics in 2006. For more information on clinics with Andre Pool or Petra Wilder call (843)757-2927.

The Hilton Head Horse Expo 2006 is scheduled for March 19th. Keep your calendar open, the Expo promises to be even more spectacular than last year.

Just heard some whispers of an exclusive horse facility opening in Bluffton. Deep Sigh Stables will offer owners premier care for their equine friends. The ultimate pampering for you and your horse, this facility boasts a state of the art dressage court, jumping arena and plenty of space for your horse to relax. With just a phone call your horse will be tacked and ready for you to ride when you arrive at the barn. An ideal situation for someone with limited time and a strong desire to ride. Want to know more about Deep Sigh Stables, where the beating of hooves and heart become one in the same? Read next month’s column.

Upcoming local events:
1/1: Happy New Year!
1/8: Coastal Hunter Circuit Awards Banquet. For information visit www.coastalhuntercircuit.com
1/14 CHC Show at Buckingham Plantation. For more information visit www.coastalhuntercircuit.com
1/28: Show at Rose Dhu Creek Equestrian Center. RDCEC Shows are the last Saturday of every month. Call 843-757-2927 for class list.
2/25 CHC Show at Evermore Farms
For more information visit www.coastalhuntercircuit.com

Any horse happening you want profiled?
Email me, horsinaround@hargray.com.