If you’re trying to get you child interested in dressage, but it isn’t working out, Dressage at Devon has some answers.
The Dressage Explorers program will take place Sunday, September 30 at the end of the Pennsylvnia show’s six-day run. and will feature the Make and Take Stick Horse. The show supplies the “horse” and all the trimmings to deck-out your child’s “mount” for a ride in the famed Dixon Oval – with professional announcers and judges. (Note: This is a lot less expensive than buying your offspring an imported warmblood.)
Another fave at the show in a suburb of Philadelphia is the Selfie Scavenger Hunt, where kids are looking for five yellow signs posted throughout the showgrounds. It they take a selfie with each sign, they can head over to the souvenir shop to receive an exclusive DAD prize.
There also will be special exhibitions by regional first responders and other demonstrations of excellence in horsemanship. Meanwhile, the day’s performances feature the sport’s rising stars, young riders from 16-25. These include the FEI Pony Freestyle Test and the FEI Young Rider Freestyle, among others.
Had enough horse stuff? The show features a Fall Festival, with lots of dining opportunities and shopping that appeals to the whole family, even those who aren’t equestrians. Ladies Hat Day – a favorite Dressage at Devon tradition – will take place on Friday, Sept 28.
For more information, visit www.dressageatdevon.org.