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07/31/2013
Edgewood Equestrian Facility Ribbon Cutting and Extravaganza
Santa Fe County Open Space and Trails Program and the Town of Edgewood
will host a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, August 2 at 2:00 p.m. Santa Fe County constructed an
equestrian arena and riding and hiking trails for the enjoyment of the citizens of southern Santa Fe
County.
The Edgewood Open Space is a 30 acre tract located in the Town of Edgewood and was purchased by
the County for Open Space in September, 2000. The project consists of an equestrian facility, trails, and
a picnic area which will be jointly operated by the Town of Edgewood.
On Saturday, August 3 there will be an Equestrian Extravaganza from 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Several horse clubs will be present to provide equestrian demonstrations, side saddle riding and coon jumping.
Scheduled events:
10:00 a.m. - Rio Grande Mule and Donkey Association- Side Saddle
10:30 a.m. -Rio Grande Mule and Donkey Association-Driving Demo
11:00 a.m. - High Desert Riders
12:00 p.m. - Vaulters Del Sol
12:30 p.m. – Back County Horseman Packing Demo
1:00 p.m. - Rio Grande Mule and Donkey Association- Mini Donkeys
1:30 p.m. -Rio Grande Mule and Donkey Association - Coon Jumping
The Equestrian Arena is located at 97 West Frontage Rd., immediately west of Wild Life Nature Park on North I-40 frontage in Edgewood. For more information contact Carol Branch, SPC Open Space Program at 992-3053 or email cbranch@santafecounty.org