November 2016 President’s Letter Jane Seigler


This is my fourth and final An- nual Report as President of the Maryland Horse Council (MHC). Next year MHC will have a new President at the helm, and I ask all of you to continue your support of and involvement in the work of the Maryland Horse Council. I continue to be amazed and impressed by how far this great organization has come, and how much we Maryland equestrians, working together as a unified interest group, have ac- complished. Onward and upward!


Detailed information about the activities of our Legislative Com- mittee, Business Network, Farm Stewardship Committee, Commit- tee to Support Racing, Trails and Greenways Committee, Political Action Committee, and our related organization, The Maryland Fund for Horses can be found on our website: www.mdhorsecouncil. org. I think you will be impressed.


Although we are an organization of serious substance, with many significant initiatives and accom- plishments that will be discussed below, we also know how to have fun! Our signature social event is the Annual MHC BBQ. This was our 10th Annual BBQ, and this event has truly been getting bigger and better every year. Held at the beautiful Waredaca Farm and “lu- bricated” by the Waredaca Brew- ing Company, the BBQ was a big success. We also enjoyed a fabu-


lous Day at the Races at Pimlico in June, and an Evening at the Races at Rosecroft in October.


I am so pleased and proud to be part of the Maryland Horse Council!


Jane Seigler President


BBQ Report Holden Rafey


On Saturday, September 17th, the Maryland Horse Council (MHC) held its 10th Annual BBQ Picnic at Waredaca in Laytonsville. A family- run farm in operation since 1937 on more than 220 acres, Waredaca is a U.S. Equestrian Federation licensed eventing competition venue and features a new microbrewery.


The annual BBQ event included great food, music, and fun activities and was open to MHC members and guests. More than 150 people attended this year and enjoyed food by Mission BBQ while listening to music performed by Arthur Lisi & Friends.


The Maryland Horse Council and the Horse Council Political Action Com- mittee (PAC) held a successful silent auction to raise funds for both orga- nizations thanks to the generosity of members and attendees. Guests were also treated to Waredaca


Council Meeting November 15th


House Office Building 6 Bladen St. | Annapolis, MD


4pm: Legislative tour 6pm: Reception


7pm: Meeting – all are welcomed! Highlights for Meeting:


Behind the scenes Annapolis State House tour


Meet Julie Broadway, New President of the American Horse Council Election of MHC Officers


MD Horse Industry Board Updates 2017 Legislative Outlook


Visit www.mdhorsecouncil.org for RSVP details!


Brewing Company tours and riding demonstrations by the Waredaca Pony Club.


Lots of people helped make this event possible and special thanks go out to the MHC volunteers Dale Clabaugh and Jaime Navarro for organizing the event. Thanks also go to tent sponsor Maryland Horse Breeders Association and MHC sponsors B&D Builders, Mid-Atlantic Farm Credit, The Equiery, Maryland Horse Industry Board, Days End Farm Horse Rescue, MARBIDCO, Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Associa- tion, and Agape Pet Services.


Maryland Horse Council membership is open to all associations, farms, businesses and individuals. To join, please visit www.mdhorsecouncil.org contact admin@mdhorsecouncil.org, or call 301.502.8929. The Maryland Horse Council is sponsored by B&D Builders, Farm Credit, The Equiery, Maryland Horse Industry Board, MARBIDCO, Days End Farm Horse Rescue , Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, and Agape Pet Services.


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