The Mars Essex Horse Trials Country Weekend is pleased to announce that the 2019 entry forms are now available online. Set to take place Friday, June 21, through Sunday, June 23 at historic Moorland Farm in Far Hills, New Jersey, the third running of the iconic event features top equestrians in the Beginner Novice through Advanced divisions.
In addition to thrilling competition, the Horse Trials will present a variety of activities including a classic car show, demonstrations, children’s activities, a farm stand offering fresh farm-to-table food from local markets, and specialties from artisan vendors.
For more information on 2019 Mars Essex Horse Trials Country Weekend, including entry forms, stabling, and tentative time schedules, please go to the event USEA Prize List page at https://useventing.com/events-competitions/calendar/event?event=17079. To submit entries to compete in the event please go to https://www.evententries.com/#Home.
For three decades, the famed Essex Horse Trials was a major highlight on the equestrian calendar, attracting top American and international competitors as well as thousands of fans who enjoyed its social aspects as well. The event was originally conceived in 1968 by the Haller Family at Hoopstick Farm. Proceeds from the event benefit the Greater Newark LifeCamp in nearby Pottersville, which provides an enriching day camp experience for approximately 300 Newark-area youths per day for six weeks during July and August.
Moorland Farm, a picturesque 230-acre property, provides the breathtaking setting for the event’s current edition. It is the home of the annual Far Hills Race Meeting, a nationally prestigious steeplechase race meeting held each October. Mars, Inc., the original sponsor of the Essex Horse Trials, returned in 2017 and continues as the event's title sponsor. Presenting sponsors include Open Road Auto Group, Peapack-Gladstone Bank, RWJ Barnabas Health, Running 'S' Equine Veterinary Services, and AIG. For additional information, please visit www.essexhorsetrials.org.
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Are you following along with the action from home this weekend? Or maybe you're competing at an event and need information fast. Either way, we’ve got you covered! Check out the USEA’s Weekend Quick Links for links to information including the prize list, ride times, live scores, and more for all the events running this weekend.