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Annual Road Horse and Pony Show coming to Germantown
Thursday, May 17, 2007 11:55 PM EDT
Forty-six classes of equine competition will be judged at this year's show. The judges will be chosen at random from a collective list of all of the exhibitors to ensure the integrity of the competition. Several classifications of horses will be in the running for cash prizes and trophies, including various American saddlebred divisions, roadsters, and both three- and five-gaited divisions.
This year will be one of the most competitive yet, with more than 130 stalls already reserved for horses ready to win. Local horses and horses being held in trailers will also be in attendance, making this show packed with competitors, organizers said. The show's reputation has traveled far, enticing competitors from as far away as Florida and Wisconsin.
"The people coming from Florida are coming on Sunday. They have been here every year; this will be their fifth trip." said show organizer Pat Cropper.
Even politician Mike Denham is a possible competitor at the show. He is one of many enthusiasts around the nation who embrace the hobby of showing these beautiful horses, Cropper said.
Horses will not be the only entertainment available to those in attendance. The event is being held in conjunction with the River Valley Agri-tourism Alliance, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of local farms and businesses. The organization will bring in several new booths to the show, giving opportunities for those in attendance to sample and view specialties found only in the surrounding area.
"There will be a lot of booths coming from the entire area for everyone to enjoy," said Agri-tourism Alliance representative and horse enthusiast Sandy Marshall.
Businesses and farms slated to attend include Collier Stables, Lucky "K" Lakes and Stable, and Maple Ridge Soaps and Sundries. Also on display will be several different breeds of horses, local crafts and food booths. The booths will be open early for all to enjoy before and during the show.
"Without the support from local businesses and corporations, I couldn't do this," said Cropper.
Musical entertainment will be provided by organist Rhoda Hardyman of Georgetown, Ohio, along with the singing of the National Anthem by Crystal Brown. Children will enjoy meeting Fairbear, the famous Kentucky State Fair mascot, at the show on Saturday.
Overall, the Fifth Annual American Road Horse and Pony Show will be two nights of fun for the whole family for both road horse fans and those interested in a good time.
"Showing these horses isn't just a hobby, they're a way of life," said Marshall.
For further information about the event, contact Pat Cropper at 606-564-3766
Contact Brooke Allison at jennifer.allison@lee.net, or call 606-564-9091 ext. 271.
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