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COMPETITIVE EQUESTRIAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2020 ISSUE 30 THE FEATURE ARTICLE MIDDLEBURG EQUESTRIAN ESTATE RUTLEDGE FARM BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO HISTORIC PAST LENS ENVY SHELLEY PAULSON TCE LIFE COMO SHAMBHALA ESTATE EVENTS SPLIT ROCK SONOMA ARTICLES SUCCESSFUL RACEHORSE TO NEGLECT CASE TO EVENTING PRO THE STORY OF QUIZZICAL QUARTZ S COMEBACK NICK HANESS WINNING NATURALLY AMERICAN SHOW JUMPER NICOLETTE HIRT GAINS EXPERIENCE FAR AND WIDE TO REACH TOP OF THE SPORT SHELLEY PAULSON
COMPETITIVE EQUESTRIAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2020 ISSUE 30 THE FEATURE ARTICLE MIDDLEBURG EQUESTRIAN ESTATE RUTLEDGE FARM BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO HISTORIC PAST LENS ENVY SHELLEY PAULSON TCE LIFE COMO SHAMBHALA ESTATE EVENTS SPLIT ROCK SONOMA ARTICLES SUCCESSFUL RACEHORSE TO NEGLECT CASE TO EVENTING PRO THE STORY OF QUIZZICAL QUARTZ S COMEBACK NICK HANESS WINNING NATURALLY AMERICAN SHOW JUMPER NICOLETTE HIRT GAINS EXPERIENCE FAR AND WIDE TO REACH TOP OF THE SPORT SHELLEY PAULSON
IS CIP LIN E OSPHOS clodronate injection F O R E V E RY N I U EQ D E The intramuscular bisphosphonate injection for control of clinical signs associated with Navicular Syndrome in horses 4 years of age and older Learn more online www dechra us com www osphos com As with all drugs side effects may occur In field studies and post approval experience the most common side effects reported were signs of discomfort nervousness and colic Other signs reported were renal insufficiency failure anorexia lethargy hypercalcemia behavioral disorders hyperkalemia hyperactivity recumbency hyperthermia injection site reactions muscle tremor urticaria hyperglycemia and fracture In some cases death has been reported as an outcome of these adverse events The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in horses less than 4 years of age or breeding horses OSPHOS should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares or mares intended for breeding NSAIDs should not be used concurrently with OSPHOS Concurrent use of NSAIDs with OSPHOS may increase the risk of renal toxicity and acute renal failure Use of OSPHOS in patients with conditions affecting renal function or mineral or electrolyte homeostasis is not recommended Refer to the prescribing information for complete details or visit www dechra us com CAUTION Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of licensed veterinarian Freedom of Information Summary Original New Animal Drug Application approved by FDA under NADA 141 427 for OSPHOS April 28 2014 Dechra Veterinary Products US and the Dechra D logo are registered trademarks of Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC 2019 Dechra Ltd Bisphosphonate For use in horses only Brief Summary For Full Prescribing Information see package insert CAUTION Federal USA law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian DESCRIPTION Clodronate disodium is a non amino chlorocontaining bisphosphonate Chemically clodronate disodium is dichloromethylene diphosphonic acid disodium salt and is manufactured from the tetrahydrate form INDICATION For the control of clinical signs associated with navicular syndrome in horses CONTRAINDICATIONS Horses with hypersensitivity to clodronate disodium should not receive OSPHOS Do not use in horses with impaired renal function or with a history of renal disease WARNINGS Do not use in horses intended for human consumption HUMAN WARNINGS Not for human use Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children Consult a physician in case of accidental human exposure PRECAUTIONS OSPHOS has been associated with renal toxicity Concurrent administration of other potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached with caution and renal function should be monitored Use of bisphosphonates in patients with conditions or diseases affecting renal function is not recommended Horses should be well hydrated prior to and after the administration of OSPHOS due to the potential for adverse renal events Water intake and urine output should be monitored for 3 5 days post treatment and any changes from baseline should elicit further evaluation As a class bisphosphonates may be associated with gastrointestinal and renal toxicity Sensitivity to drug associated adverse reactions varies with the individual patient Renal and gastrointestinal adverse reactions may be associated with plasma concentrations of the drug Bisphosphonates are excreted by the kidney therefore conditions causing renal impairment may increase plasma bisphosphonate concentrations resulting in an increased risk for adverse reactions Concurrent administration of other potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached with caution and renal function should be monitored Use of bisphosphonates in patients with conditions or diseases affecting renal function is not recommended Administration of bisphosphonates has been associated with abdominal pain colic discomfort and agitation in horses Clinical signs usually occur shortly after drug administration and may be associated with alterations in intestinal motility In horses treated with OSPHOS these clinical signs usually began within 2 hours of treatment Horses should be monitored for at least 2 hours following administration of OSPHOS Bisphosphonates affect plasma concentrations of some minerals and electrolytes such as calcium magnesium and potassium immediately post treatment with effects lasting up to several hours Caution should be used when administering bisphosphonates to horses with conditions affecting mineral or electrolyte homeostasis e g hyperkalemic periodic paralysis hypocalcemia etc The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in horses less than 4 years of age The effect of bisphosphonates on the skeleton of growing horses has not been studied however bisphosphonates inhibit osteoclast activity which impacts bone turnover and may affect bone growth Bisphosphonates should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares or mares intended for breeding The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in breeding horses or pregnant or lactating mares Bisphosphonates are incorporated into the bone matrix from where they are gradually released over periods of months to years The extent of bisphosphonate incorporation into adult bone and hence the amount available for release back into the systemic circulation is directly related to the total dose and duration of bisphosphonate use Bisphosphonates have been shown to cause fetal developmental abnormalities in laboratory animals The uptake of bisphosphonates into fetal bone may be greater than into maternal bone creating a possible risk for skeletal or other abnormalities in the fetus Many drugs including bisphosphonates may be excreted in milk and may be absorbed by nursing animals Increased bone fragility has been observed in animals treated with bisphosphonates at high doses or for long periods of time Bisphosphonates inhibit bone resorption and decrease bone turnover which may lead to an inability to repair micro damage within the bone In humans atypical femur fractures have been reported in patients on long term bisphosphonate therapy however a causal relationship has not been established ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions reported in the field study were clinical signs of discomfort or nervousness colic and or pawing Other signs reported were lip licking yawning head shaking injection site swelling and hives pruritus POST APPROVAL EXPERIENCE December 2018 The following adverse events are based on post approval adverse drug experience reporting Not all adverse events are reported to FDA CVM It is not always possible to reliably estimate the adverse event frequency or establish a causal relationship to product exposure using these data The following adverse events are listed in decreasing order of reporting frequency renal failure polyuria polydipsia abdominal pain anorexia lethargy hypercalcemia behavioral disorder discomfort hyperkalemia hyperactivity recumbency hyperthermia injection site reactions muscle tremor urticaria hyperglycemia and fracture In some cases death has been reported as an outcome of the adverse events listed above INFORMATION FOR HORSE OWNERS Owners should be advised to NOT administer NSAIDs Ensure horses have access to adequate water before and after administration of OSPHOS Observe their horse for at least 2 hours post treatment for signs of colic agitation and or abnormal behavior If a horse appears uncomfortable nervous or experiences cramping post treatment hand walk the horse for 15 minutes If signs do not resolve contact the veterinarian Monitor water intake and urine output for 3 5 days posttreatment Contact their veterinarian if the horse displays abnormal clinical signs such as changes in drinking and urination appetite and attitude Manufactured for Dechra Veterinary Products 7015 College Blvd Suite 525 Overland Park KS 66211 866 933 2472 2019 Dechra Ltd OSPHOS is a registered trademark of Dechra Ltd All rights reserved Approved by FDA under NADA 141 427
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Middleburg Equestrian Estate Rutledge Farm Breathes New Life Into Historic Past By Allyson Lagiovane Phelps Media Group N early 40 years before American independence was declared in a town not yet known as Middleburg Virginia a quaint cabin was constructed on a picturesque property of land nestled in the hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains What is now known as Rutledge Farm the property s original colonial cabin dates all the way back to 1740 Though little is recorded about the farm s storied past the ingenuity of Rutledge Farm has been preserved while bringing it into the modern day equestrian industry The hope for the future of Rutledge Farm shines bright with owner Aleco BravoGreenberg at the helm of the world class operation Rutledge Farm s original main house the current dwelling place of Bravo Greenberg his wife Sandra and their newborn son Maverick Preston James is one of the largest remaining houses from the colonial era in the Middleburg Virginia area Bravo Greenberg explained Based on the layout of the estate and the
Rutledge Farm renderings we have my house had to be the main house for the area I m confident it must have been used as housing during the Civil War and officers would typically camp out in the farm s main house and the troops would camp out around it The almost 300 years of history Rutledge has seen must be astounding Bravo Greenberg s family has uncovered similar other hidden gems about the property that have helped piece together bits of its unique history BravoGreenberg added I found an underground trough when I was digging a reservoir at the edge of the main road and this trough fed the dairy barn which is now across the street from Rutledge Farm Most likely that dairy barn was a part of this property back in its early days In the basement the overhead beams that support the main floor above are from the original log cabin that was on the property dating before 1740 They look just like Lincoln logs
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Rutledge Farm s expansive grand prix field Though much of Rutledge Farm s colonial history is unknown BravoGreenberg s family has been dedicated to maintaining and preserving its integrity since the 1980 s Bravo Greenberg s parents Monica Greenberg and late stepfather renowned Washington D C developer and philanthropist Herman Greenberg acquired the property in 1985 turning it into a thoroughbred breeding operation In addition to the property s colonial charm Rutledge Farm has played host to a number of the Greenberg family s champion horses My step father had a background in racehorses at the time and it was a simple logical decision to buy the farm and improve the quality of his horses He realized it cost just as much to race an expensive racehorse as it does an inexpensive one so why not go all in Bravo Greenberg commented The difference is that if you have really good bloodlines you have meaningfully increased your likelihood of winning higher stakes money My parents wanted to leverage Rutledge Farm in order to breed Thoroughbreds and race at a world class level for a smart price The Greenbergs certainly succeeded breeding the 1993 Belmont Stakes winner Colonial Affair who was ridden by Julie Krone Krone remains the only woman to win a Triple Crown race The Greenbergs also bred Sur La Tete one of the leading money earners in steeplechase history To support the local Virginia Tech s Middleburg Agricultural and Research Extension MARE Center the family purchased a foal they dubbed Researcher for just 5 000 Researcher eventually went on to win more than one million dollars in his career as well TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 9
as raced the fastest Equibase speed rating in North American racing history and he still holds the record to this day To celebrate Rutledge Farm s equestrian roots while tying in the family s love for the sport the Greenbergs knew they wanted to continue developing the property into a premier sporthorse facility The family commissioned SmithBlackburn Architects and Morgan Wheelock Landscape Architects to design state of the art barns and renovate the residences grounds and paddocks In fact Rutledge Farm was only Smith Blackburn Architects second project since the company s inception In addition to the architectural design BravoGreenberg s mother had a vision for the surrounding greenery and landscaping Bravo Greenberg said Rutledge Farm was a horse farm when my mother and step father first took it over but it was not in great condition They gutted it and updated the main house they focused on restoring the bare bones of the structure to revive its character It was an ongoing project They put a lot of love and care into the house and revitalized its original glory The property used to be relatively flat so my mother worked on adding many hills and delicate nuances in the topography so that when you walk around the farm there are a lot of little treasures to discover Bravo Greenberg grew up in a quintessential Virginia equestrian family filled with unique history and after attending the University of Virginia for his undergraduate degree Georgetown University for his MBA and law degrees and spending a decade of his professional career living in Los Angeles he knew he would 10 TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020
Aleco Bravo Greenberg in Rutledge Farm s indoor arena outfitted with Attwood Equestrian footing eventually call the Virginia countryside home Bravo Greenberg mused So much of my life is involved with this farm going back to when I was a kid and I remember thinking that Middleburg was magical I remember saying in my head that one day I would return to Virginia and I would live my life as a Virginia country gentleman I ve always been enraptured driving around Virginia s countryside thinking This is my heart and this is my soul After his stepfather passed away in 2010 Bravo Greenberg wanted to honor his legacy by carrying out his vision for Rutledge Farm Bravo Greenebrg aimed to both preserve and modernize his family s beloved property It was only fitting that Bravo Greenberg met his wife Sandra at the nation s oldest horse show the Upperville Colt Horse Show They were aptly married on the property in 2013 and in 2015 BravoGreenberg became Rutledge Farm s official owner My stepfather was my best friend he raised me Bravo Greenberg said The farm had been up for sale for a few years after he passed away so it made sense for me to buy out my siblings and for my wife and I to move out to Rutledge Farm to take on the property as our own Bravo Greenberg hit the ground running and got to work restoring Rutledge Farm From updating both the outdoor arena and indoor arena to renovating the polo field that had not been properly maintained for over 50 years Bravo Greeberg began developing Rutledge Farm into a world class facility He outfitted all of the rings on the property TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 11
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Aleco and Sandra Bravo Greenberg are married at Rutledge farm in 2013 with best man Preston Madden and officiated by William Newman photo by Jordan Koepke TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 13
Aleco Bravo Greenberg s mother Monica Greenberg competing in the sidesaddle division 14 TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020
with Attwood Equestrian footing installed a lunging arena and even added additional paddocks There are personal touches across the property as well with the Carriage House donning a plaque that reads Preston s House in honor of Bravo Greenberg s late friend and best man the thoroughbred industry s legendary Preston Madden Today Rutledge Farm is celebrated as one of the premiere equestrian facilities in Virginia With a passion for accessible education in the sport BravoGreenberg established the Rutledge Farm Sessions clinic series in 2017 The series invites riders of all levels to ride with Olympic level show jumping dressage eventing show hunters and equitation clinicians from around the country creating otherwise inaccessible opportunities for those looking to learn from the leading athletes and trainers in the industry Nicknamed the godfather of the clinic series Bravo Greenberg s longtime friend Olympic show jumping gold medalist Will Simpson kicked off the inaugural clinic in August of 2017 Other notable clinicians over the years have included McLain Ward Debbie McDonald Ali Brock Boyd Martin and Stacia Madden to name a few Bravo Greenberg has worked diligently to develop Rutledge Farm into a premiere sport horse facility while honoring the traditional architecture with contemporary updates Bravo Greenberg remarked It s up to me to take Rutledge Farm to the next level Now that I have a son I have a responsibility and desire to carry it forward continue improving it keep it world class and teach my son about the farm He will gain a tremendous appreciation for life and nature here I feel a tremendous joy privilege and responsibility to care for this farm and improve it like my parents improved it and treasured it Phillip Dutton and Aleco Bravo Greenberg filming for the Rutledge Farm Sessions photo by Allyson Lagiovane Phelps Media Group TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 15
Will Simpson and Aleco Bravo Greenberg photo by Rebecca Walton Phelps Media Group 16 TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020
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In the right light at the right time everything is extraordinary Aaron Rose The first thing you will notice when you experience Shelley Paulson s equine photography is the captivating way she uses light to illuminate how it feels to be around these magnificent animals As a horse owner herself Shelley understands the deep connection we all feel with our horses and strives to capture that in her images While Shelley travels extensively for her work her favorite place is home on her farm in Minnesota with her two favorite equine models Maggie Sue and Fritzie My own horses are my best teachers when it comes to understanding the subtleties of equine behavior Shelley enjoys photographing a wide variety of equestrians and equestrian sports In the course of a year you can find her photographing show jumpers ranching lifestyle wild horses and her first love equestrian portraits She also has a passion for helping other equine photographers grow through her mentorship program Pegasus You have probably seen Shelley s photos and didn t know it as her photography has been published in various magazines product packaging and marketing collateral for major equine brands and publications such as Horse Illustrated Young Rider Farnam and Nutrena In 2018 a book of her work was published titled Horses Portraits and Stories Contact Shelley Paulson shelley shelleypaulson com www shelleypaulson com Purchase 2021 Calendar Book here https www shelleypaulson com store Shelley Paulson
COMPETITIVE EQUESTRIAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2020 ISSUE 30 THE FEATURE ARTICLE MIDDLEBURG EQUESTRIAN ESTATE RUTLEDGE FARM BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO HISTORIC PAST LENS ENVY SHELLEY PAULSON TCE LIFE COMO SHAMBHALA ESTATE EVENTS SPLIT ROCK SONOMA ARTICLES SUCCESSFUL RACEHORSE TO NEGLECT CASE TO EVENTING PRO THE STORY OF QUIZZICAL QUARTZ S COMEBACK NICK HANESS WINNING NATURALLY AMERICAN SHOW JUMPER NICOLETTE HIRT GAINS EXPERIENCE FAR AND WIDE TO REACH TOP OF THE SPORT SHELLEY PAULSON
IS CIP LIN E OSPHOS clodronate injection F O R E V E RY N I U EQ D E The intramuscular bisphosphonate injection for control of clinical signs associated with Navicular Syndrome in horses 4 years of age and older Learn more online www dechra us com www osphos com As with all drugs side effects may occur In field studies and post approval experience the most common side effects reported were signs of discomfort nervousness and colic Other signs reported were renal insufficiency failure anorexia lethargy hypercalcemia behavioral disorders hyperkalemia hyperactivity recumbency hyperthermia injection site reactions muscle tremor urticaria hyperglycemia and fracture In some cases death has been reported as an outcome of these adverse events The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in horses less than 4 years of age or breeding horses OSPHOS should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares or mares intended for breeding NSAIDs should not be used concurrently with OSPHOS Concurrent use of NSAIDs with OSPHOS may increase the risk of renal toxicity and acute renal failure Use of OSPHOS in patients with conditions affecting renal function or mineral or electrolyte homeostasis is not recommended Refer to the prescribing information for complete details or visit www dechra us com CAUTION Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of licensed veterinarian Freedom of Information Summary Original New Animal Drug Application approved by FDA under NADA 141 427 for OSPHOS April 28 2014 Dechra Veterinary Products US and the Dechra D logo are registered trademarks of Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC 2019 Dechra Ltd Bisphosphonate For use in horses only Brief Summary For Full Prescribing Information see package insert CAUTION Federal USA law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian DESCRIPTION Clodronate disodium is a non amino chlorocontaining bisphosphonate Chemically clodronate disodium is dichloromethylene diphosphonic acid disodium salt and is manufactured from the tetrahydrate form INDICATION For the control of clinical signs associated with navicular syndrome in horses CONTRAINDICATIONS Horses with hypersensitivity to clodronate disodium should not receive OSPHOS Do not use in horses with impaired renal function or with a history of renal disease WARNINGS Do not use in horses intended for human consumption HUMAN WARNINGS Not for human use Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children Consult a physician in case of accidental human exposure PRECAUTIONS OSPHOS has been associated with renal toxicity Concurrent administration of other potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached with caution and renal function should be monitored Use of bisphosphonates in patients with conditions or diseases affecting renal function is not recommended Horses should be well hydrated prior to and after the administration of OSPHOS due to the potential for adverse renal events Water intake and urine output should be monitored for 3 5 days post treatment and any changes from baseline should elicit further evaluation As a class bisphosphonates may be associated with gastrointestinal and renal toxicity Sensitivity to drug associated adverse reactions varies with the individual patient Renal and gastrointestinal adverse reactions may be associated with plasma concentrations of the drug Bisphosphonates are excreted by the kidney therefore conditions causing renal impairment may increase plasma bisphosphonate concentrations resulting in an increased risk for adverse reactions Concurrent administration of other potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached with caution and renal function should be monitored Use of bisphosphonates in patients with conditions or diseases affecting renal function is not recommended Administration of bisphosphonates has been associated with abdominal pain colic discomfort and agitation in horses Clinical signs usually occur shortly after drug administration and may be associated with alterations in intestinal motility In horses treated with OSPHOS these clinical signs usually began within 2 hours of treatment Horses should be monitored for at least 2 hours following administration of OSPHOS Bisphosphonates affect plasma concentrations of some minerals and electrolytes such as calcium magnesium and potassium immediately post treatment with effects lasting up to several hours Caution should be used when administering bisphosphonates to horses with conditions affecting mineral or electrolyte homeostasis e g hyperkalemic periodic paralysis hypocalcemia etc The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in horses less than 4 years of age The effect of bisphosphonates on the skeleton of growing horses has not been studied however bisphosphonates inhibit osteoclast activity which impacts bone turnover and may affect bone growth Bisphosphonates should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares or mares intended for breeding The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in breeding horses or pregnant or lactating mares Bisphosphonates are incorporated into the bone matrix from where they are gradually released over periods of months to years The extent of bisphosphonate incorporation into adult bone and hence the amount available for release back into the systemic circulation is directly related to the total dose and duration of bisphosphonate use Bisphosphonates have been shown to cause fetal developmental abnormalities in laboratory animals The uptake of bisphosphonates into fetal bone may be greater than into maternal bone creating a possible risk for skeletal or other abnormalities in the fetus Many drugs including bisphosphonates may be excreted in milk and may be absorbed by nursing animals Increased bone fragility has been observed in animals treated with bisphosphonates at high doses or for long periods of time Bisphosphonates inhibit bone resorption and decrease bone turnover which may lead to an inability to repair micro damage within the bone In humans atypical femur fractures have been reported in patients on long term bisphosphonate therapy however a causal relationship has not been established ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions reported in the field study were clinical signs of discomfort or nervousness colic and or pawing Other signs reported were lip licking yawning head shaking injection site swelling and hives pruritus POST APPROVAL EXPERIENCE December 2018 The following adverse events are based on post approval adverse drug experience reporting Not all adverse events are reported to FDA CVM It is not always possible to reliably estimate the adverse event frequency or establish a causal relationship to product exposure using these data The following adverse events are listed in decreasing order of reporting frequency renal failure polyuria polydipsia abdominal pain anorexia lethargy hypercalcemia behavioral disorder discomfort hyperkalemia hyperactivity recumbency hyperthermia injection site reactions muscle tremor urticaria hyperglycemia and fracture In some cases death has been reported as an outcome of the adverse events listed above INFORMATION FOR HORSE OWNERS Owners should be advised to NOT administer NSAIDs Ensure horses have access to adequate water before and after administration of OSPHOS Observe their horse for at least 2 hours post treatment for signs of colic agitation and or abnormal behavior If a horse appears uncomfortable nervous or experiences cramping post treatment hand walk the horse for 15 minutes If signs do not resolve contact the veterinarian Monitor water intake and urine output for 3 5 days posttreatment Contact their veterinarian if the horse displays abnormal clinical signs such as changes in drinking and urination appetite and attitude Manufactured for Dechra Veterinary Products 7015 College Blvd Suite 525 Overland Park KS 66211 866 933 2472 2019 Dechra Ltd OSPHOS is a registered trademark of Dechra Ltd All rights reserved Approved by FDA under NADA 141 427
Rutledge Farm s expansive grand prix field Though much of Rutledge Farm s colonial history is unknown BravoGreenberg s family has been dedicated to maintaining and preserving its integrity since the 1980 s Bravo Greenberg s parents Monica Greenberg and late stepfather renowned Washington D C developer and philanthropist Herman Greenberg acquired the property in 1985 turning it into a thoroughbred breeding operation In addition to the property s colonial charm Rutledge Farm has played host to a number of the Greenberg family s champion horses My step father had a background in racehorses at the time and it was a simple logical decision to buy the farm and improve the quality of his horses He realized it cost just as much to race an expensive racehorse as it does an inexpensive one so why not go all in Bravo Greenberg commented The difference is that if you have really good bloodlines you have meaningfully increased your likelihood of winning higher stakes money My parents wanted to leverage Rutledge Farm in order to breed Thoroughbreds and race at a world class level for a smart price The Greenbergs certainly succeeded breeding the 1993 Belmont Stakes winner Colonial Affair who was ridden by Julie Krone Krone remains the only woman to win a Triple Crown race The Greenbergs also bred Sur La Tete one of the leading money earners in steeplechase history To support the local Virginia Tech s Middleburg Agricultural and Research Extension MARE Center the family purchased a foal they dubbed Researcher for just 5 000 Researcher eventually went on to win more than one million dollars in his career as well TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 9
COMPETITIVE EQUESTRIAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2020 ISSUE 30 THE FEATURE ARTICLE MIDDLEBURG EQUESTRIAN ESTATE RUTLEDGE FARM BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO HISTORIC PAST LENS ENVY SHELLEY PAULSON TCE LIFE COMO SHAMBHALA ESTATE EVENTS SPLIT ROCK SONOMA ARTICLES SUCCESSFUL RACEHORSE TO NEGLECT CASE TO EVENTING PRO THE STORY OF QUIZZICAL QUARTZ S COMEBACK NICK HANESS WINNING NATURALLY AMERICAN SHOW JUMPER NICOLETTE HIRT GAINS EXPERIENCE FAR AND WIDE TO REACH TOP OF THE SPORT SHELLEY PAULSON
IS CIP LIN E OSPHOS clodronate injection F O R E V E RY N I U EQ D E The intramuscular bisphosphonate injection for control of clinical signs associated with Navicular Syndrome in horses 4 years of age and older Learn more online www dechra us com www osphos com As with all drugs side effects may occur In field studies and post approval experience the most common side effects reported were signs of discomfort nervousness and colic Other signs reported were renal insufficiency failure anorexia lethargy hypercalcemia behavioral disorders hyperkalemia hyperactivity recumbency hyperthermia injection site reactions muscle tremor urticaria hyperglycemia and fracture In some cases death has been reported as an outcome of these adverse events The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in horses less than 4 years of age or breeding horses OSPHOS should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares or mares intended for breeding NSAIDs should not be used concurrently with OSPHOS Concurrent use of NSAIDs with OSPHOS may increase the risk of renal toxicity and acute renal failure Use of OSPHOS in patients with conditions affecting renal function or mineral or electrolyte homeostasis is not recommended Refer to the prescribing information for complete details or visit www dechra us com CAUTION Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of licensed veterinarian Freedom of Information Summary Original New Animal Drug Application approved by FDA under NADA 141 427 for OSPHOS April 28 2014 Dechra Veterinary Products US and the Dechra D logo are registered trademarks of Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC 2019 Dechra Ltd Bisphosphonate For use in horses only Brief Summary For Full Prescribing Information see package insert CAUTION Federal USA law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian DESCRIPTION Clodronate disodium is a non amino chlorocontaining bisphosphonate Chemically clodronate disodium is dichloromethylene diphosphonic acid disodium salt and is manufactured from the tetrahydrate form INDICATION For the control of clinical signs associated with navicular syndrome in horses CONTRAINDICATIONS Horses with hypersensitivity to clodronate disodium should not receive OSPHOS Do not use in horses with impaired renal function or with a history of renal disease WARNINGS Do not use in horses intended for human consumption HUMAN WARNINGS Not for human use Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children Consult a physician in case of accidental human exposure PRECAUTIONS OSPHOS has been associated with renal toxicity Concurrent administration of other potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached with caution and renal function should be monitored Use of bisphosphonates in patients with conditions or diseases affecting renal function is not recommended Horses should be well hydrated prior to and after the administration of OSPHOS due to the potential for adverse renal events Water intake and urine output should be monitored for 3 5 days post treatment and any changes from baseline should elicit further evaluation As a class bisphosphonates may be associated with gastrointestinal and renal toxicity Sensitivity to drug associated adverse reactions varies with the individual patient Renal and gastrointestinal adverse reactions may be associated with plasma concentrations of the drug Bisphosphonates are excreted by the kidney therefore conditions causing renal impairment may increase plasma bisphosphonate concentrations resulting in an increased risk for adverse reactions Concurrent administration of other potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached with caution and renal function should be monitored Use of bisphosphonates in patients with conditions or diseases affecting renal function is not recommended Administration of bisphosphonates has been associated with abdominal pain colic discomfort and agitation in horses Clinical signs usually occur shortly after drug administration and may be associated with alterations in intestinal motility In horses treated with OSPHOS these clinical signs usually began within 2 hours of treatment Horses should be monitored for at least 2 hours following administration of OSPHOS Bisphosphonates affect plasma concentrations of some minerals and electrolytes such as calcium magnesium and potassium immediately post treatment with effects lasting up to several hours Caution should be used when administering bisphosphonates to horses with conditions affecting mineral or electrolyte homeostasis e g hyperkalemic periodic paralysis hypocalcemia etc The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in horses less than 4 years of age The effect of bisphosphonates on the skeleton of growing horses has not been studied however bisphosphonates inhibit osteoclast activity which impacts bone turnover and may affect bone growth Bisphosphonates should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares or mares intended for breeding The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in breeding horses or pregnant or lactating mares Bisphosphonates are incorporated into the bone matrix from where they are gradually released over periods of months to years The extent of bisphosphonate incorporation into adult bone and hence the amount available for release back into the systemic circulation is directly related to the total dose and duration of bisphosphonate use Bisphosphonates have been shown to cause fetal developmental abnormalities in laboratory animals The uptake of bisphosphonates into fetal bone may be greater than into maternal bone creating a possible risk for skeletal or other abnormalities in the fetus Many drugs including bisphosphonates may be excreted in milk and may be absorbed by nursing animals Increased bone fragility has been observed in animals treated with bisphosphonates at high doses or for long periods of time Bisphosphonates inhibit bone resorption and decrease bone turnover which may lead to an inability to repair micro damage within the bone In humans atypical femur fractures have been reported in patients on long term bisphosphonate therapy however a causal relationship has not been established ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions reported in the field study were clinical signs of discomfort or nervousness colic and or pawing Other signs reported were lip licking yawning head shaking injection site swelling and hives pruritus POST APPROVAL EXPERIENCE December 2018 The following adverse events are based on post approval adverse drug experience reporting Not all adverse events are reported to FDA CVM It is not always possible to reliably estimate the adverse event frequency or establish a causal relationship to product exposure using these data The following adverse events are listed in decreasing order of reporting frequency renal failure polyuria polydipsia abdominal pain anorexia lethargy hypercalcemia behavioral disorder discomfort hyperkalemia hyperactivity recumbency hyperthermia injection site reactions muscle tremor urticaria hyperglycemia and fracture In some cases death has been reported as an outcome of the adverse events listed above INFORMATION FOR HORSE OWNERS Owners should be advised to NOT administer NSAIDs Ensure horses have access to adequate water before and after administration of OSPHOS Observe their horse for at least 2 hours post treatment for signs of colic agitation and or abnormal behavior If a horse appears uncomfortable nervous or experiences cramping post treatment hand walk the horse for 15 minutes If signs do not resolve contact the veterinarian Monitor water intake and urine output for 3 5 days posttreatment Contact their veterinarian if the horse displays abnormal clinical signs such as changes in drinking and urination appetite and attitude Manufactured for Dechra Veterinary Products 7015 College Blvd Suite 525 Overland Park KS 66211 866 933 2472 2019 Dechra Ltd OSPHOS is a registered trademark of Dechra Ltd All rights reserved Approved by FDA under NADA 141 427
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Middleburg Equestrian Estate Rutledge Farm Breathes New Life Into Historic Past By Allyson Lagiovane Phelps Media Group N early 40 years before American independence was declared in a town not yet known as Middleburg Virginia a quaint cabin was constructed on a picturesque property of land nestled in the hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains What is now known as Rutledge Farm the property s original colonial cabin dates all the way back to 1740 Though little is recorded about the farm s storied past the ingenuity of Rutledge Farm has been preserved while bringing it into the modern day equestrian industry The hope for the future of Rutledge Farm shines bright with owner Aleco BravoGreenberg at the helm of the world class operation Rutledge Farm s original main house the current dwelling place of Bravo Greenberg his wife Sandra and their newborn son Maverick Preston James is one of the largest remaining houses from the colonial era in the Middleburg Virginia area Bravo Greenberg explained Based on the layout of the estate and the
Rutledge Farm renderings we have my house had to be the main house for the area I m confident it must have been used as housing during the Civil War and officers would typically camp out in the farm s main house and the troops would camp out around it The almost 300 years of history Rutledge has seen must be astounding Bravo Greenberg s family has uncovered similar other hidden gems about the property that have helped piece together bits of its unique history BravoGreenberg added I found an underground trough when I was digging a reservoir at the edge of the main road and this trough fed the dairy barn which is now across the street from Rutledge Farm Most likely that dairy barn was a part of this property back in its early days In the basement the overhead beams that support the main floor above are from the original log cabin that was on the property dating before 1740 They look just like Lincoln logs
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Rutledge Farm s expansive grand prix field Though much of Rutledge Farm s colonial history is unknown BravoGreenberg s family has been dedicated to maintaining and preserving its integrity since the 1980 s Bravo Greenberg s parents Monica Greenberg and late stepfather renowned Washington D C developer and philanthropist Herman Greenberg acquired the property in 1985 turning it into a thoroughbred breeding operation In addition to the property s colonial charm Rutledge Farm has played host to a number of the Greenberg family s champion horses My step father had a background in racehorses at the time and it was a simple logical decision to buy the farm and improve the quality of his horses He realized it cost just as much to race an expensive racehorse as it does an inexpensive one so why not go all in Bravo Greenberg commented The difference is that if you have really good bloodlines you have meaningfully increased your likelihood of winning higher stakes money My parents wanted to leverage Rutledge Farm in order to breed Thoroughbreds and race at a world class level for a smart price The Greenbergs certainly succeeded breeding the 1993 Belmont Stakes winner Colonial Affair who was ridden by Julie Krone Krone remains the only woman to win a Triple Crown race The Greenbergs also bred Sur La Tete one of the leading money earners in steeplechase history To support the local Virginia Tech s Middleburg Agricultural and Research Extension MARE Center the family purchased a foal they dubbed Researcher for just 5 000 Researcher eventually went on to win more than one million dollars in his career as well TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 9
as raced the fastest Equibase speed rating in North American racing history and he still holds the record to this day To celebrate Rutledge Farm s equestrian roots while tying in the family s love for the sport the Greenbergs knew they wanted to continue developing the property into a premier sporthorse facility The family commissioned SmithBlackburn Architects and Morgan Wheelock Landscape Architects to design state of the art barns and renovate the residences grounds and paddocks In fact Rutledge Farm was only Smith Blackburn Architects second project since the company s inception In addition to the architectural design BravoGreenberg s mother had a vision for the surrounding greenery and landscaping Bravo Greenberg said Rutledge Farm was a horse farm when my mother and step father first took it over but it was not in great condition They gutted it and updated the main house they focused on restoring the bare bones of the structure to revive its character It was an ongoing project They put a lot of love and care into the house and revitalized its original glory The property used to be relatively flat so my mother worked on adding many hills and delicate nuances in the topography so that when you walk around the farm there are a lot of little treasures to discover Bravo Greenberg grew up in a quintessential Virginia equestrian family filled with unique history and after attending the University of Virginia for his undergraduate degree Georgetown University for his MBA and law degrees and spending a decade of his professional career living in Los Angeles he knew he would 10 TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020
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In the right light at the right time everything is extraordinary Aaron Rose The first thing you will notice when you experience Shelley Paulson s equine photography is the captivating way she uses light to illuminate how it feels to be around these magnificent animals As a horse owner herself Shelley understands the deep connection we all feel with our horses and strives to capture that in her images While Shelley travels extensively for her work her favorite place is home on her farm in Minnesota with her two favorite equine models Maggie Sue and Fritzie My own horses are my best teachers when it comes to understanding the subtleties of equine behavior Shelley enjoys photographing a wide variety of equestrians and equestrian sports In the course of a year you can find her photographing show jumpers ranching lifestyle wild horses and her first love equestrian portraits She also has a passion for helping other equine photographers grow through her mentorship program Pegasus You have probably seen Shelley s photos and didn t know it as her photography has been published in various magazines product packaging and marketing collateral for major equine brands and publications such as Horse Illustrated Young Rider Farnam and Nutrena In 2018 a book of her work was published titled Horses Portraits and Stories Contact Shelley Paulson shelley shelleypaulson com www shelleypaulson com Purchase 2021 Calendar Book here https www shelleypaulson com store Shelley Paulson
COMPETITIVE EQUESTRIAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2020 ISSUE 30 THE FEATURE ARTICLE MIDDLEBURG EQUESTRIAN ESTATE RUTLEDGE FARM BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO HISTORIC PAST LENS ENVY SHELLEY PAULSON TCE LIFE COMO SHAMBHALA ESTATE EVENTS SPLIT ROCK SONOMA ARTICLES SUCCESSFUL RACEHORSE TO NEGLECT CASE TO EVENTING PRO THE STORY OF QUIZZICAL QUARTZ S COMEBACK NICK HANESS WINNING NATURALLY AMERICAN SHOW JUMPER NICOLETTE HIRT GAINS EXPERIENCE FAR AND WIDE TO REACH TOP OF THE SPORT SHELLEY PAULSON
IS CIP LIN E OSPHOS clodronate injection F O R E V E RY N I U EQ D E The intramuscular bisphosphonate injection for control of clinical signs associated with Navicular Syndrome in horses 4 years of age and older Learn more online www dechra us com www osphos com As with all drugs side effects may occur In field studies and post approval experience the most common side effects reported were signs of discomfort nervousness and colic Other signs reported were renal insufficiency failure anorexia lethargy hypercalcemia behavioral disorders hyperkalemia hyperactivity recumbency hyperthermia injection site reactions muscle tremor urticaria hyperglycemia and fracture In some cases death has been reported as an outcome of these adverse events The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in horses less than 4 years of age or breeding horses OSPHOS should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares or mares intended for breeding NSAIDs should not be used concurrently with OSPHOS Concurrent use of NSAIDs with OSPHOS may increase the risk of renal toxicity and acute renal failure Use of OSPHOS in patients with conditions affecting renal function or mineral or electrolyte homeostasis is not recommended Refer to the prescribing information for complete details or visit www dechra us com CAUTION Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of licensed veterinarian Freedom of Information Summary Original New Animal Drug Application approved by FDA under NADA 141 427 for OSPHOS April 28 2014 Dechra Veterinary Products US and the Dechra D logo are registered trademarks of Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC 2019 Dechra Ltd Bisphosphonate For use in horses only Brief Summary For Full Prescribing Information see package insert CAUTION Federal USA law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian DESCRIPTION Clodronate disodium is a non amino chlorocontaining bisphosphonate Chemically clodronate disodium is dichloromethylene diphosphonic acid disodium salt and is manufactured from the tetrahydrate form INDICATION For the control of clinical signs associated with navicular syndrome in horses CONTRAINDICATIONS Horses with hypersensitivity to clodronate disodium should not receive OSPHOS Do not use in horses with impaired renal function or with a history of renal disease WARNINGS Do not use in horses intended for human consumption HUMAN WARNINGS Not for human use Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children Consult a physician in case of accidental human exposure PRECAUTIONS OSPHOS has been associated with renal toxicity Concurrent administration of other potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached with caution and renal function should be monitored Use of bisphosphonates in patients with conditions or diseases affecting renal function is not recommended Horses should be well hydrated prior to and after the administration of OSPHOS due to the potential for adverse renal events Water intake and urine output should be monitored for 3 5 days post treatment and any changes from baseline should elicit further evaluation As a class bisphosphonates may be associated with gastrointestinal and renal toxicity Sensitivity to drug associated adverse reactions varies with the individual patient Renal and gastrointestinal adverse reactions may be associated with plasma concentrations of the drug Bisphosphonates are excreted by the kidney therefore conditions causing renal impairment may increase plasma bisphosphonate concentrations resulting in an increased risk for adverse reactions Concurrent administration of other potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached with caution and renal function should be monitored Use of bisphosphonates in patients with conditions or diseases affecting renal function is not recommended Administration of bisphosphonates has been associated with abdominal pain colic discomfort and agitation in horses Clinical signs usually occur shortly after drug administration and may be associated with alterations in intestinal motility In horses treated with OSPHOS these clinical signs usually began within 2 hours of treatment Horses should be monitored for at least 2 hours following administration of OSPHOS Bisphosphonates affect plasma concentrations of some minerals and electrolytes such as calcium magnesium and potassium immediately post treatment with effects lasting up to several hours Caution should be used when administering bisphosphonates to horses with conditions affecting mineral or electrolyte homeostasis e g hyperkalemic periodic paralysis hypocalcemia etc The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in horses less than 4 years of age The effect of bisphosphonates on the skeleton of growing horses has not been studied however bisphosphonates inhibit osteoclast activity which impacts bone turnover and may affect bone growth Bisphosphonates should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares or mares intended for breeding The safe use of OSPHOS has not been evaluated in breeding horses or pregnant or lactating mares Bisphosphonates are incorporated into the bone matrix from where they are gradually released over periods of months to years The extent of bisphosphonate incorporation into adult bone and hence the amount available for release back into the systemic circulation is directly related to the total dose and duration of bisphosphonate use Bisphosphonates have been shown to cause fetal developmental abnormalities in laboratory animals The uptake of bisphosphonates into fetal bone may be greater than into maternal bone creating a possible risk for skeletal or other abnormalities in the fetus Many drugs including bisphosphonates may be excreted in milk and may be absorbed by nursing animals Increased bone fragility has been observed in animals treated with bisphosphonates at high doses or for long periods of time Bisphosphonates inhibit bone resorption and decrease bone turnover which may lead to an inability to repair micro damage within the bone In humans atypical femur fractures have been reported in patients on long term bisphosphonate therapy however a causal relationship has not been established ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions reported in the field study were clinical signs of discomfort or nervousness colic and or pawing Other signs reported were lip licking yawning head shaking injection site swelling and hives pruritus POST APPROVAL EXPERIENCE December 2018 The following adverse events are based on post approval adverse drug experience reporting Not all adverse events are reported to FDA CVM It is not always possible to reliably estimate the adverse event frequency or establish a causal relationship to product exposure using these data The following adverse events are listed in decreasing order of reporting frequency renal failure polyuria polydipsia abdominal pain anorexia lethargy hypercalcemia behavioral disorder discomfort hyperkalemia hyperactivity recumbency hyperthermia injection site reactions muscle tremor urticaria hyperglycemia and fracture In some cases death has been reported as an outcome of the adverse events listed above INFORMATION FOR HORSE OWNERS Owners should be advised to NOT administer NSAIDs Ensure horses have access to adequate water before and after administration of OSPHOS Observe their horse for at least 2 hours post treatment for signs of colic agitation and or abnormal behavior If a horse appears uncomfortable nervous or experiences cramping post treatment hand walk the horse for 15 minutes If signs do not resolve contact the veterinarian Monitor water intake and urine output for 3 5 days posttreatment Contact their veterinarian if the horse displays abnormal clinical signs such as changes in drinking and urination appetite and attitude Manufactured for Dechra Veterinary Products 7015 College Blvd Suite 525 Overland Park KS 66211 866 933 2472 2019 Dechra Ltd OSPHOS is a registered trademark of Dechra Ltd All rights reserved 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The Competitive Equestrian Contributing Writers ALLYSON LAGIOVANE KARA PINATO SCRO COMO HOTELS RESORTS CALLIE CLEMENT BARRE DUKES Contributing Photographers SHELLEY PAULSON ALLYSON LAGIOVANE JORDAN KOEPKE COMO HOTELS RESORTS CALLIE CLEMENT BARRE DUKES REBECCA WALTON Shelley Paulson 2020 NOVEMBER DECEMBER On the Cover Content 6 Photo Shelley Paulson Middleburg Equestrian Estate Rutledge Farm Breathes New Life Into Historic Past By Allyson Lagiovane COMPETITIVE EQUESTRIAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2020 ISSUE 30 THE LENS ENVY SHELLEY PAULSON 36 LENS ENVY Shelley Paulson 52 Days End Successful Racehorse to Neglect Case to Eventing Pro The Story of Quizzical Quartz s Comeback By Kara Pinato Scro 66 Nick Haness Winning Naturally By Kara Pinato Scro 72 Split Rock Jumping Tour Showcases Successful Return To Sonoma Horse Park By Barre Dukes 100 TCE Life COMO Shambhala Estate 120 Nicole Hirt American Show Jumper Nicolette Hirt Gains Experience Far and Wide to Reach Top of the Sport By Callie Clement 2020 by Equestrian Communications USA LLC all rights reserved This publication may not be reproduced or quoted in whole or in part by any means printed or electronic without the written consent of the publisher Creative Director LORNA LOWRIE Publisher Executive Editor LORNA LOWRIE 4 SHELLEY PAULSON The Competitive Equestrian Equestrian Communications USA LLC editor TheCompetitiveEquestrian com TCE ________________ TheCompetitiveEquestrian Submissions Magazines will gladly consider all articles news letters and photographs for publication but assumes no responsibility for unsolicited material Submissions may be edited Letters are assumed publishable unless we are advised otherwise All submissions should meet our ad deadline to facilitate inclusion in next issue September October 2020
IS IT Taylor Harris insurances services W orldWide e quine i nsurance s pecialis ts Founded in 1987 THis Horseinsurance com 800 291 4774 photo alden corrigan media
Middleburg Equestrian Estate Rutledge Farm Breathes New Life Into Historic Past By Allyson Lagiovane Phelps Media Group N early 40 years before American independence was declared in a town not yet known as Middleburg Virginia a quaint cabin was constructed on a picturesque property of land nestled in the hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains What is now known as Rutledge Farm the property s original colonial cabin dates all the way back to 1740 Though little is recorded about the farm s storied past the ingenuity of Rutledge Farm has been preserved while bringing it into the modern day equestrian industry The hope for the future of Rutledge Farm shines bright with owner Aleco BravoGreenberg at the helm of the world class operation Rutledge Farm s original main house the current dwelling place of Bravo Greenberg his wife Sandra and their newborn son Maverick Preston James is one of the largest remaining houses from the colonial era in the Middleburg Virginia area Bravo Greenberg explained Based on the layout of the estate and the
Rutledge Farm renderings we have my house had to be the main house for the area I m confident it must have been used as housing during the Civil War and officers would typically camp out in the farm s main house and the troops would camp out around it The almost 300 years of history Rutledge has seen must be astounding Bravo Greenberg s family has uncovered similar other hidden gems about the property that have helped piece together bits of its unique history BravoGreenberg added I found an underground trough when I was digging a reservoir at the edge of the main road and this trough fed the dairy barn which is now across the street from Rutledge Farm Most likely that dairy barn was a part of this property back in its early days In the basement the overhead beams that support the main floor above are from the original log cabin that was on the property dating before 1740 They look just like Lincoln logs
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Rutledge Farm s expansive grand prix field Though much of Rutledge Farm s colonial history is unknown BravoGreenberg s family has been dedicated to maintaining and preserving its integrity since the 1980 s Bravo Greenberg s parents Monica Greenberg and late stepfather renowned Washington D C developer and philanthropist Herman Greenberg acquired the property in 1985 turning it into a thoroughbred breeding operation In addition to the property s colonial charm Rutledge Farm has played host to a number of the Greenberg family s champion horses My step father had a background in racehorses at the time and it was a simple logical decision to buy the farm and improve the quality of his horses He realized it cost just as much to race an expensive racehorse as it does an inexpensive one so why not go all in Bravo Greenberg commented The difference is that if you have really good bloodlines you have meaningfully increased your likelihood of winning higher stakes money My parents wanted to leverage Rutledge Farm in order to breed Thoroughbreds and race at a world class level for a smart price The Greenbergs certainly succeeded breeding the 1993 Belmont Stakes winner Colonial Affair who was ridden by Julie Krone Krone remains the only woman to win a Triple Crown race The Greenbergs also bred Sur La Tete one of the leading money earners in steeplechase history To support the local Virginia Tech s Middleburg Agricultural and Research Extension MARE Center the family purchased a foal they dubbed Researcher for just 5 000 Researcher eventually went on to win more than one million dollars in his career as well TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 9
as raced the fastest Equibase speed rating in North American racing history and he still holds the record to this day To celebrate Rutledge Farm s equestrian roots while tying in the family s love for the sport the Greenbergs knew they wanted to continue developing the property into a premier sporthorse facility The family commissioned SmithBlackburn Architects and Morgan Wheelock Landscape Architects to design state of the art barns and renovate the residences grounds and paddocks In fact Rutledge Farm was only Smith Blackburn Architects second project since the company s inception In addition to the architectural design BravoGreenberg s mother had a vision for the surrounding greenery and landscaping Bravo Greenberg said Rutledge Farm was a horse farm when my mother and step father first took it over but it was not in great condition They gutted it and updated the main house they focused on restoring the bare bones of the structure to revive its character It was an ongoing project They put a lot of love and care into the house and revitalized its original glory The property used to be relatively flat so my mother worked on adding many hills and delicate nuances in the topography so that when you walk around the farm there are a lot of little treasures to discover Bravo Greenberg grew up in a quintessential Virginia equestrian family filled with unique history and after attending the University of Virginia for his undergraduate degree Georgetown University for his MBA and law degrees and spending a decade of his professional career living in Los Angeles he knew he would 10 TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020
Aleco Bravo Greenberg in Rutledge Farm s indoor arena outfitted with Attwood Equestrian footing eventually call the Virginia countryside home Bravo Greenberg mused So much of my life is involved with this farm going back to when I was a kid and I remember thinking that Middleburg was magical I remember saying in my head that one day I would return to Virginia and I would live my life as a Virginia country gentleman I ve always been enraptured driving around Virginia s countryside thinking This is my heart and this is my soul After his stepfather passed away in 2010 Bravo Greenberg wanted to honor his legacy by carrying out his vision for Rutledge Farm Bravo Greenebrg aimed to both preserve and modernize his family s beloved property It was only fitting that Bravo Greenberg met his wife Sandra at the nation s oldest horse show the Upperville Colt Horse Show They were aptly married on the property in 2013 and in 2015 BravoGreenberg became Rutledge Farm s official owner My stepfather was my best friend he raised me Bravo Greenberg said The farm had been up for sale for a few years after he passed away so it made sense for me to buy out my siblings and for my wife and I to move out to Rutledge Farm to take on the property as our own Bravo Greenberg hit the ground running and got to work restoring Rutledge Farm From updating both the outdoor arena and indoor arena to renovating the polo field that had not been properly maintained for over 50 years Bravo Greeberg began developing Rutledge Farm into a world class facility He outfitted all of the rings on the property TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 11
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Aleco and Sandra Bravo Greenberg are married at Rutledge farm in 2013 with best man Preston Madden and officiated by William Newman photo by Jordan Koepke TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 13
Aleco Bravo Greenberg s mother Monica Greenberg competing in the sidesaddle division 14 TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020
with Attwood Equestrian footing installed a lunging arena and even added additional paddocks There are personal touches across the property as well with the Carriage House donning a plaque that reads Preston s House in honor of Bravo Greenberg s late friend and best man the thoroughbred industry s legendary Preston Madden Today Rutledge Farm is celebrated as one of the premiere equestrian facilities in Virginia With a passion for accessible education in the sport BravoGreenberg established the Rutledge Farm Sessions clinic series in 2017 The series invites riders of all levels to ride with Olympic level show jumping dressage eventing show hunters and equitation clinicians from around the country creating otherwise inaccessible opportunities for those looking to learn from the leading athletes and trainers in the industry Nicknamed the godfather of the clinic series Bravo Greenberg s longtime friend Olympic show jumping gold medalist Will Simpson kicked off the inaugural clinic in August of 2017 Other notable clinicians over the years have included McLain Ward Debbie McDonald Ali Brock Boyd Martin and Stacia Madden to name a few Bravo Greenberg has worked diligently to develop Rutledge Farm into a premiere sport horse facility while honoring the traditional architecture with contemporary updates Bravo Greenberg remarked It s up to me to take Rutledge Farm to the next level Now that I have a son I have a responsibility and desire to carry it forward continue improving it keep it world class and teach my son about the farm He will gain a tremendous appreciation for life and nature here I feel a tremendous joy privilege and responsibility to care for this farm and improve it like my parents improved it and treasured it Phillip Dutton and Aleco Bravo Greenberg filming for the Rutledge Farm Sessions photo by Allyson Lagiovane Phelps Media Group TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020 15
Will Simpson and Aleco Bravo Greenberg photo by Rebecca Walton Phelps Media Group 16 TCE TheCompetitiveEquestrian november december 2020
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