IFSHA and FHANA members and their beautiful black horses were everywhere to be seen all four days of the event. Lorick Stables from Western New York and Majestic Friesians of Vermont each had a booth and stall in the Breed Pavilion and each were flanked by the IFSHA and FHANA booths respectively. Pam De Simone showed her beautiful World Champion Costumes and helped tremendously with the IFSHA Booth. Members and Friesian Enthusiasts of all types were present to volunteer and promote our great Breed and were all united with the same passion. Many new Friendships were made as everyone shared their Friesian stories with over 50,000 people over four days.
The North East Friesian Club was strongly represented by its members and horses and the Royal Court Youth Team.Lea Blanchet,Anna,Tinie and Jan deBoer,Danielle Barasso,Lorie Washuta,Rick Butts,Gareth Selwood,Michelle Loulakis,Caren Polillo,Bob,Ben and Laurie LaBrie,Julie Kent, Barb Renico,Sandra Beaulieu,Shawn Hennigan and Diane Guazzaloca. Riding or Driving their Horses all weekend were; Rick Butts and Gareth Selwood with Kobus LSI ;Wilrik LSI in Stall at FHANA Booth;Steffen S in the Flag Presentation;Mary Grace Martin also on Steffen S;Shelby Davanney riding Jort; Greer Lesnieski riding Femke Van D; Allie wienarski riding Harmony; LisaBergeron riding Klaas; Anna DeBoor riding Anne; Mary Grace Martin riding Steffen S;Tascha Scalzo riding Femke Van d; Sandra Beaulieu with Douwe and Tobert LaBrie Driving his horses.The Marveille Family with Gerbe ; Shanna Van de Berringer ;Tim and Dan Dali’s horse Klaas Van Synaeda was ridden by Lisa Bergeronne.
We presented the horse in Driving,Halter,Western,Costume,Saddle Seat,Hunt Seat and Dressage. The beautiful Pinto Filly, “Deja D” by World Champion Steffan S and out of (USEF Horse of Honor) Selwood Park Deneuve represented the Part Bred Friesian owned by Danielle Barasso and sold to a Happy New Owners Doug Weaver and Sharon Sutcliffe at the Event ! We are all making plans for next year. Same Place Same Time.