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Show venue and Training facility owned and operated by Jill Barker In 2009, construction of two adjoining sand rings was completed. Fast forward to 2018!
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Since the first viewing of the 22 acre field under snow in March of 2004, Jill Barker and a dedicated group of volunteers have been steadily developing a competition venue outside of Windsor, Nova Scotia. The first year of competition re-introduced grass show rings to competitors, for many, their first time competing on grass. The site in 2010 provided two large grass rings dedicated to hunter com

petition and two adjoining sand rings which host jumper competitions. A permanent gazebo was constructed in August of 2010 which has become a welcome base for the show office, as well as announcer and judge working areas. In the early part of 2011, the sand rings were refurbished and re-fenced for the coming competition season. In June of 2012, a number of new wings were built and our permanent bank built, packed and seeded! The property continues to evolve with landscaping of a beautiful perennial garden on the hill, tree plantings as well as several hacking trails that are in development. Sand rings were refurbished and are now able to be maintained on a regular basis with the addition of a customized ring drag and water wagon. A regulation portable dressage ring will enable us to offer dressage clinics and future competitions. We welcomed a pole wagon to ease setting up of the fences for competitions. Jump refurbishment over the summer and wings in the future for 2019. The grass field has matured nicely with the removal of the old ring fencing last year and provides a great area for natural fences and riding

2019 will be remembered for the generous contribution of ScrapCo Atlantic who assisted us in the building of a permanent sand dressage ring. Finished in August, it now provides a permanent home for the full size dressage arena.

2020/2021 will be of course always be remembered as the years of the pandemic but also to remember the wonderful co-operation of all involved who made it possible for Horses At Work to not only Return to Sport, but also to Return to Competition as we were able to hose Hunter. Jumper and Dressage competitions. We also thank A&A Aggregates for their donation of sand for the dressage ring. USC Horses At Work offers a number of competitions each year. The development series continues to be offered, designed to develop riders and horses at all ages, providing a safe, enjoyable environment to develop the skills and experience necessary to be successful at a higher level of competition. Competitions are kept as realistically affordable as possible for all contestants but the creation of a high quality level of show ring conditions is an important element at USC. Continual maintenance and introduction of jump equipment, the beauty of real flowers and trees decorating well designed courses, and a schedule of events that begin at 9 AM and are completed by suppertime lends a positive environment for all. The series provides a valuable training ground as well for aspiring judges wishing to gain experience before going for national certification.

10/27/2024

Weekends are for the "adult ride" Enjoying the fall weather with some lesson time!

10/17/2024

Wow. What a beautiful sky tonight.

10/10/2024

When a great rain sheet shows up just when you need it. Tanya Greek? REMI at 3 months pregnant.

10/01/2024

Now that things might slow down, I`m ready to tackle the refunds from the Sept show that got rained out. I am a technological idiot remember..... If you can send me an email with the entry name and the name the e-transfer came from, I will verify and return your payment. It is a long story as to the glitch, and no one needs to hear it, but please send me an email horsesatwork (at) gmail.com..... yes my (at) button does not work.... told you ! We will straighten out all accounts. Thank you so much for your patience.

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09/30/2024

This was very cool! Pony Club Dressage.... It`s been a few years but we got it done today. The kids learned some stuff I think. It will set them up for Medal Equitation in the future or dressage if that is where they want to go, or it translates into the hunter ring too. Good basics are good basics. I am proud of our small but mighty team who want to broaden their base so they can go forward and do whatever they want with horses. Good for all of the competitors! Riding won`t be the easiest sport you can choose but if you love horses, it will be the best sport you can choose!

09/27/2024

REMEMEBER TO WEAR SOME ORANGE!
Truth and Reconciliation Dressage Schedule finalized! Weather looks promising for our last event of the year! Welcome members of the Pony Club competing in their divisions. Looking Forward to the Costume Freestyle! Sorry, no canteen. Please leave your dogs at home. See you Monday!

09/24/2024

Matthew Moses to the rescue! Thank you Matt!

09/17/2024

Truth and Reconciliation Day Dressage September 30th - entry deadline is September 25th but appreciate early entry so we will know if we are adding a second ring!

09/16/2024

We had a small but successful finale for our final hunter jumper show of the season. Many thanks to all who make this happen. Greenhawk Halifax was the best sponsor. My students, boarders, and parents were second to none on getting it done. I sound like a broken record, but without these people, I could not do this. At the end of Saturday, we contemplated canceling Sunday. But the number of grateful competitors kept us going. And at the end of a very small show on Sunday, they were just as grateful. Thank you to all the wonderful people here at HAW who continue to put in sweat equity, and to the coaches who bring competitors who need to learn. As questionable as it gets at times, this is the right stuff to offer! Thank you all! Maddie West and family sponsored the Line of
Credit derby challenge. Pictured are Reese Lindsay who won the year end and Abi Shearer who won the final. They are in front of Valiant`s final resting place. I am so glad he came home! Such a rewarding series. See you all at the year end banquet!!

09/15/2024

Beautiful day for our final jumper day of the year!

09/14/2024

Our final hunter day of the year!

09/13/2024

Weekend schedule - note start time 9:30 both days. Sorry no canteen. Please leave dogs at home. Small show so you will have some extra time to enjoy a busy weekend of events (including the Hants Co Exhibition!)

09/11/2024

Entry deadline for this weekend is Thursday suppertime! Weather looks promising for our final Hunter Jumper competition of the year!

09/05/2024

POSTPHONED until September 14th/15th due to pending weather for this weekend! We will open the entry date until Wednesday September 11th so that you can still enter! If you cannot attend, please withdraw your entry, we will work out the financials. Let's hope the long range forecast holds! Stay safe and dry this weekend. Thanks for understanding.

09/05/2024

We are looking at moving the show to next weekend. Stay tuned for updates.

09/03/2024

Anyone watching the Para Olympic stuff? I`ve watched more of that than the Olympics. Basketball to Dressage. Friggin inspiring.... I complain about my hip..... at least I have one! These people are awe inspiring..

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Windsor, NS
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Videos

I'm spamming today. Upping The Ante (F Breaking Even X Iceberg) 2 year old outside the round pen for the first time....we had a great baby day!

Fall show

A beautiful morning for a horse show!

Jimmy the trainer teaches Tut how to nose kiss!

What a great day, sunshine, warm, and a full day of clinic with Jane Fraser! Just a few pictures of the day!

I realize I may be pushing spring just a little but thanks to hot water, I can get some legs and bellies cleaned. This rig is awesome although I am questioning why I thought a point with all this white would be a good idea! The young horses didn't mind getting cleaned up one little bit!