2008 Afton Fair Open Horse Show Review

The 2008 Afton Fair Open Horse Show was the largest since horse shows came back to the Afton Fair in 2004. The new arena with bleachers for spectators under the pavilion has been a great success. Thanks to a donation from Warren's Gravel Pit and work by Henry Schoelier the footing in the ring is getting better each year. The new PA system, purchased by the Afton Fair Board, made it possible for riders to hear announcements anywhere in the show ring and parking area. A real help when you are trying to get your horse ready for the next class. The leadline class and walk trot adult classes were great. Several of our walk/trot riders were in their first show.

New in 2008 was the Sunday show that included 3 shows in one! We had a great turn out for our first Miniature Show, Driving Show and Equestrian Senior Games (Driving). The mini’s were flying over the jumps and fearless at the obstacles and the whips showed off their skills in the Reinsmanship classes and were guiding their horses through the obstacle course.

The newest part of the Afton Fair Horse Show was the Equestrian Senior Games Division (Driving) co-sponsored by the Broome County Office for Aging. This was the first Equestrian Senior Games in NYS. Whips must be 55 or older. Gold, Silver and Bronze medal were awarded for each class in the 55-64, 65-74 and 75+ age brackets. This was the first show for 72 year old Sam Hayslip. The five seniors who took part had a great time.

View the winners list PDF for the 2008 English & Western Show.

2008 Horse Show





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The 2008 Open Horse Shows was managed by The East River Riders, Hoof-N-Boots and Northern Champions 4-H Clubs.

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