The Ark would like to welcome John Williams as our new

Cross Country Course designer! 

The course updates are done!  While the Maiden and BegNovice courses remain essentially unchanged, the Novice, Training, and Preliminary courses have undergone a make-over that improves their ridability.  Click here to see the new maps!  We hope you'll join us for this recognized event and share in the excitement!

John will also be giving an eventing clinic in October 2006 at the Ark!  Check out the calendar for dates!

Prize Packages for Spring HT at the Ark

We would like to thank wonderful vendors for their generous donation of prizes for the Spring HT at the Ark!  In addition to dressage and event ribbons through 8th place, all first, second, and third place riders will win a special Ark gift.  We will also be giving four special awards:

• Event Overall Low Score  ~  Commemorative Award Plate donated by the Farm House Tack Store, Grand Meadows Prize Pack, and HoofClix Photography Package

• Low Score Open Rider  ~  Gift Basket

• Low Score Adult Amateur Rider  ~  Gift Basket

• Low Score Junior Rider  ~  Gift Basket

• Special Ark Award ~ Grand Meadows Prize Pack

The Gift Basket includes:  a pair of Woof Boots donated by Bit of Britain and HPQR, Farnam, and Absorbine products.

Professional Photography Provided by HoofClix ~ Please visit their site for a special message!

“SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM MARK AT HOOFCLIX!”

Preparations are underway for the 3rd Spring Horse Trials at the Ark!

We are pleased to welcome three new officials who will be presiding over this event:  DC McBroom (VA) as the Technical Delegate, Charlie Musco (NC) as the President of the Ground Jury, and Jodi Jones-Lees (SC) as our dressage judge.  Each of these individuals comes highly recommended from their respected peers.

We would also like to welcome two wonderful vendors who will be on-site for the duration of the event:  First, Bit of Britain is bringing their mobile tack store to sell you that "must have" and assist you in an "oops" moment; and Second, HoofClix Photography returns as the official event photographers.  Please show these vendors your support!

The Organizing Committee hopes that you will make the Spring Horse Trials at the Ark your competition destination! 

Thank you for your support!

Do you want to come to the Spring Horse Trials at the Ark?

Spectators are always welcome at Why Not An American Ark!  Bring your favorite chair or simply sit back and enjoy the comfort of our large covered porch (there's even a swing).  And why stop at just watching when you can join the action as a VOLUNTEER!  No experience is necessary to help at one of our events--we are always grateful for jump judges, stewards, and jump crew.  As a special "Thank You" for your time, each full day volunteer will receive a $25 voucher to use toward ANY Ark event or trail ride.  Groups are encouraged to volunteer together and pool their vouchers to use toward a special day at the Ark. 

Please email for more information about volunteer opportunities at the Ark.

Golf Cart Rentals

Golf cart rentals may be available for the duration of the event.  Please contact the organizer for details.  Please also remember that the USEA and USEF prohibit the operation of motorized vehicles at recognized competitions by anyone under the age of 16. 

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