Nordic Lights Farm Returns as Generous Sponsor for the 2009 Dallas Harvest Horse Show

Tyler, TX – October 20, 2009 -Southbound Show Management is pleased to announce that The Bruheim Family and Nordic Lights Farm have returned as a presenting sponsor for the 2009 Dallas Harvest Horse Show, marking their third year of generous support for the competition and its beneficiary, Habitat for Horses. The most prestigious ‘AA’ rated horse show in Texas, The Dallas Harvest Horse Show will be held the week of October 28-November 1, 2009 at the beautiful Texas Rose Horse Park in Tyler, TX.

Elizabeth Bruheim and her family run Nordic Lights Farm, and are very generous supporters of Dallas Harvest and Habitat for Horses. Bruheim has two daughters who both ride including 17-year-old Eirin and 15-year-old Lene. Both girls train with Sherri Sims, and have recently begun riding with Russell Frey as well. Eirin will be competing in Syracuse, NY, during the Dallas Harvest show, but Lene will be attending to compete in the hunters and jumpers with three or four horses from Nordic Lights Farm.

“We really like Tyler, and the venue where they are having the show is great; we like to go out there,” Bruheim acknowledged. “It is Texas, the weather is nice that time of year, and we really enjoy it.”

The Dallas Harvest Horse Show is a very active supporter and contributor to Habitat for Horses. This charity has been in operation for the past 11 years. Habitat for Horses is an instrumental organization that saves distressed horses and provides a safe and secure home while rehabilitating them for adoption. Habitat for Horses is the largest equine protection organization in the country.

“It’s like I always say, it is good to give to charity, and the girls really need to know that not everybody is as lucky as they are,” said Elizabeth Bruheim. “There are a lot of things out in the world that need to be fixed. There are so many horses around and some of them just get discarded and it is really unfortunate.”

Habitat works hand-in-hand with law enforcement to uphold all animal cruelty laws and seek justice for those who mistreat horses. Through the wonderful employees and volunteers of the organization, Habitat for Horses has created and implemented educational outreach programs. Their facility creates a sanctuary for horses that are available for adoption, foster, and retirement.

“To save horses is important. If we use them for our sport and we are getting a lot out of them, that’s why we should really take care of them; not just while we have them, but after as well,” Bruheim acknowledged. “They are living, breathing things. I don’t think you will find anybody that disagrees with that, but you have to do a little bit more than just agree. It is important to me to support Habitat and do what I can to help. I am really happy that somebody is taking care of the horses like they are.”

Habitat is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and well-being of all horses. Without the help of the public, this program would not continue. Donations and volunteers help keep Habitat for Horses in operation and through the money and support gained from the Dallas Harvest Horse Show they are able to do much more.

For more information on the 2009 Dallas Harvest Horse Show, please visit www.southboundsshows.com.

For more information on Habitat for Horses please visit www.habitatforhorses.org .

Eirin Bruheim and Say No More

 

Photo Credit: Eirin Bruheim and Say No More competing at the 2008 Dallas Harvest Horse Show. Photo C 2008 Lauren Fisher/PMG. Photograph may be used only in relation to this PMG press release.

2009 Dallas Harvest Horse Show Fast Facts

EVENT: Dallas Harvest Horse Show, with classes that benefit Habitat for Horses

WHAT: The most prestigious ‘AA’ rated horse show in Texas. Sanctioned and recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation, Rated ‘AA’ in hunters and three star in jumpers; Texas Hunter Jumper Association ‘A’ Rated. Judges:Linda Andrisani, Rob Bielefeld, Carl Hansen, Mike Lowry, and Lewis Pack.

WHERE: Texas Rose Horse Park; 14078 South Highway 110 North, Tyler, Texas 75704

WHEN: October 28 – November 1, 2009

HIGHLIGHTS: The Dallas Harvest Horse Show benefits Habitat for Horses, and is one of the largest fundraisers for the program.

THURSDAY: $3,000 Welcome Stake Sponsored by Nordic Lights Farm & The Bruheim Family

FRIDAY: $5,000 Jumper Classic $10,000 2009/2010 Chronicle of the Horse/USHJA International Hunter Derby (4:00 p.m.)

SATURDAY: Halloween Spooktacular featuring: Horse & Rider Costume Contest & Parade, Spookiest Barn Contest & Trick or Treat Extravaganza, Habitat Horse Decorating Contest & Parade “Team” Calcutta, Exhibitor Dinner & Silent Auction Benefiting Habitat for Horses (6:30 p.m.)

SUNDAY: EMO Equitation Cup Year-End Final $25,000 Harvest Grand Prix benefiting Habitat for Horses $2,500 Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic

Dallas Harvest Horse Show is known for its great hospitality, friendly ambiance and top competition. In addition to great classes there will be many exhibitor parties, including the Hunter Derby Benefit Reception, Saturday Evening Dinner & “Team Calcutta”, Sunday Grand Prix Brunch, a silent auction and a chance to get “up close and personal” with a special group of Habitat Horses. Southbound Show Management and The Dallas Harvest Horse Show have also been selected as the presenting horse show for the 2009 South Central Region Year End World Champion Hunter Rider Awards.

ADMISSION: Free for spectators.

PARKING: Convenient on site parking.

VIP SEATING: Tables and tickets for the Hunter Derby Reception are available. Tables of eight for the hunter derby reception are available at $500 per table for priority front row seating or at $400 per table. Tickets for the hunter derby reception are available at $50 each and elevated tickets are available at only $20 per ticket. Seating is limited. You can include a separate check with your entries, payable to Southbound Show Management, and send to Southbound Show Management, 785 W. Jester Rd., Argyle, TX 76226.

DIRECTIONS: From the east (Shreveport area) take the I-20 west to the Van/Tyler, Highway 110 (exit #548). Turn left/south. Go approximately one mile. The equestrian center is on the left.

>From the west (Dallas area) take the I-20 east to the Van/Tyler, Highway 110 (exit #548). Turn left/south. Go approximately one mile. The equestrian center is on the left.

>From the South (Houston area) take US 287 north to TX-155 towards Tyler. At FM-2661 turn left. Turn left onto TX-64, right on to CR-413, then left at FM-724. Follow FM-724 to CR-42 and turn right. At TX-110 turn left. The equestrian center is on the right.

>From the south (San Antonio area) take I-35 north to US-84, turn right. Follow US-84 to TX-31, turn right. At FM-314 take a left, then right on to FM-279, then left on to FM-314, then right on to CR-4906. At CR-4907 turn left to a turn right on to CR-4908 (This road turns into CR-426). At CR-422 take a right, then right on to FM-1955 and right on to TX-110. The equestrian center is on the right.

THE CHARITY: The Dallas Harvest Horse Show is a very active supporter and contributor to Habitat for Horses. This charity has been in operation for the past 11 years. Habitat for Horses is an instrumental organization that saves distressed horses and provides a safe and secure home while rehabilitating them for adoption. Habitat for Horses is the largest equine protection organization in the country.

Habitat works hand-in-hand with law enforcement to uphold all animal cruelty laws and seek justice for those who mistreat horses. Through the wonderful employees and volunteers of the organization, Habitat for Horses has created and implemented educational outreach programs. Their facility creates a sanctuary for horses that are available for adoption, foster, and retirement.

Habitat is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and well-being of all horses. Without the help of the public, this program would not continue. Donations and volunteers help keep Habitat for Horses in operation. For more information, please contact Habitat for Horses at 1-866-434-5737.

CONTACT: Southbound Show Management Tyler, TX 76226 940-240-1207 (phone) [email protected]