Loch Moy Farm shows off its photogenic nature. Photo by Alison Green for Erin Gilmore Photography.
With a dedicated effort to bolster breeding programs in the U.S., Loch Moy Farm has established itself as a hotspot for a glimpse at future event horses as they learn their craft. The latest addition to the Loch Moy Farm calendar is the Bred to Event Classic, to be held September 28 – October 1 in collaboration with the Maryland International Equestrian Foundation.
The Bred to Event Classic is a standalone competition dedicated to the breeding of event-bred horses, providing an opportunity for breeders and owners alike to showcase their decision-making and horsemanship with the young horses they show.
“With the news that the Future Event Horse program is no longer facilitated by USEA, Bred to Event Classic will further support the dedicated breeders and competitors that Loch Moy Farm has hosted at East Coast Future Event Horse Championships for 10 years,” the event press release describes.
The Bred to Event Classic will feature qualifiers and championships for horses aged one through five. A panel of judges that includes Robin Walker, Chris Ryan, Cathy Tucker-Slaterbeck, and Ian Stark will assess the horses’ suitability for eventing.
Special awards will be presented to Maryland-bred horses, Thoroughbreds, and U.S.-bred horses, with prize money distributed between breeders, owners, and riders.
There will be special awards for Maryland Bred horses, TB horses, US bred horses, and prize money will be split between Breeders/Owners, and Riders. As an additional incentive that also bolsters the venue itself, winners of the yearling through 3-year-old competition will be invited back with a free entry to the 2024 Bred to Event Classic. Winning horses of the 4- and 5-year-old competition will be given an annual entry for three years into the Maryland Horse Trials recognized events.
You can view much more, including guidelines for entering, rules, and other important information, on the Bred to Event Classic website here.
