Anyone who knows me knows just how much I love the sport of Eventing. Everything about the Classic Three Day at Waredaca brings me back to that soul deep love for my sport and everyone (horse and human) who is involved. From the family of competitors, coaches, grooms, parents, siblings and friends to the strongly dedicated masses of organizers, volunteers, officials, and tireless contributors, we get a thrilling weekend all built on a foundation of extreme love and dedication for the most awe inspiring companions we have– our horses.

The competitors at this event never let me down with their enthusiasm not only for their own learning and competitive experience but for that of their horses and their fellow competitors. The camaraderie cannot be beaten! That camaraderie extends right through to the people that show up each day to help keep the event moving in the right direction for the competitors and those folks never let anyone down! We have such an amazing team that works to exhaustion to put this on! No matter what, they meet every horse and rider with a smile, and joy to watch the horses really excel in this format!

Congratulations to ALL the competitors… I can’t wait for the next one!

What a gorgeous fall weekend for a horse trial!! We want to send a special congratulations to Ashley Gross on her very successful move up to Modified!!! What a great way to wrap up the year! 

10/27-29: Waredaca Classic Three-Day & Horse Trials (Laytonsville, MD)

• Amy Gaynor with Studly Dudley: 3rd in Novice Rider-A

• Ashley Gross with State of Lux: 4th in Modified Rider

• Emerson Kasley with Global Venture: 6th in Training Rider

• Shari Young with Pure Cotton: 20th in Beginner Novice Three-Day

10/29: FADS @ By Chance Farm (Union Bridge, MD)

• Jan Solovey with ABBF graduate Breezy Bill: 6th in Training Level, Test 3

Join us at the e3- Maintaining Your Performance Horse event presented by Bowman’s Feed and Pet and Purina! It’s going to be a great evening where we’ll get to dive into different strategies for keeping our horses in top-notch shape! From nutrition tips to therapies, they have experts there covering all of your horse care questions!

Don’t miss your chance to come learn and connect with other horse owners! See you in the Waredaca Indoor on November 16th from 5 PM – 7 PM
Register for the event here: https://E3-MaintainingYourPerformanceHorse.eventbrite.com

There are a few reasons why Purina Horse Feed is my go-to feed:

 Purina uses only the best ingredients to create their feeds, making sure that the horses get the nutrition that they need to perform their best

 Purina has feed specifically tailored to the horses’ needs- from mares and foals to performance horses. It’s like having a personal chef for your horse!

 The proof is in the research! Purina has been feeding champions with scientifically backed feeds for decades.

I would highly recommend checking Purina out for yourself! Bowmen’s has always been our supplier, and they do a wonderful job of helping us assess our horses’ needs!

Team ABBF had a super weekend out at the Area II championships at The Maryland Horse Trials this weekend! We are so lucky to have such a fabulous venue with so many wonderful volunteers to pull off this huge event! Congrats to all on a job well done!

10/6-8: The Maryland Horse Trials III & Area II Championships (Adamstown, MD)
• Emerson Kasley with Global Venture: 2nd in Area II Jr. Training Championships
• Katie Mayo with Mr. Mayhem: 10th in Area II Open Training Championships

Join Us at the ABBF Tailgate at the Maryland 5* !

The MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill p/b Brown Advisory is just around the corner. And guess what? A Bit Better Farm has secured a prime spot for our tailgate in the “Middle Hay Field” – spot number A1!

Here’s the scoop:
📅 Date: Saturday October 21, 2023 (3* starting around 9am and the 5* starting around 1pm)
📍 Location: Middle Hay Field
🚗 Spot Number: A1

Stop by ABBF’s tailgate at spot! We can’t wait to see you there!

We are thrilled to announce not one but TWO fantastic giveaways that we are doing during the Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event !

Competitor Survival Kit:

Handcrafted with care in Great Britain, Champion Equestrian Wear Helmets boasts a legacy of over 40 years of developing top-notch protective riding hats. Safety is truly their forte, and I can vouch for the fact that their commitment to excellence is unparalleled.

If you’re in the market for a new riding helmet that puts safety at the forefront without sacrificing style. Get 15% off and FREE shipping on your next order by using coupon code KWILLIAMS15, or DM me for a printable coupon to use at your local tack shop!

Are you ready to conquer the competition? One lucky winner will take home this incredible kit worth over $120! Inside, you’ll find Purina Horse Feed horse cookies, Royal Rider Stirrups – Italy, the Grid Pro Quo book by Margaret Rizzo McKelvy, and more to help you shine in the arena.
To enter for a chance to win the Competitor Kit:

• You must be competing at the Waredaca Classic 3-Day.
• Follow A Bit Better Farm on Facebook.
• Share a photo with a lesson you’ve learned while prepping for the Waredaca Classic 3-Day.
• Don’t forget to tag A Bit Better Farm in your post!
  🎉 Weekend Survival Kit: 🎉
  Even if you’re not competing, we’ve got a treat for you! Our Weekend Survival Kit, valued at over $100, includes Purina horse cookies, a stylish Irideon Riding Wear shirt, a bottle of fine wine, and more to make your weekend unforgettable.
  To enter for a chance to win the Weekend Survival Kit:
• Whether you’re a volunteer, groom, spectator, cheerleader, emotional support, jump judge, cookie feeder, or boot rag manager – if you’re attending the Waredaca Classic 3-Day, you’re eligible!
• Follow A Bit Better Farm on Facebook.
• Post a photo and share why you love the Waredaca Classic 3-Day.
• Remember to tag A Bit Better Farm in your post!
  Here’s the fun part: The more you share photos of what you love and what you’ve learned, the more entries you’ll have! Winners will be randomly selected on Saturday morning, so stay tuned, and best of luck to all participants!

What a lovely weekend it was to be out and competing! Congrats to Rachel and Shari on stellar finishes at Old Tavern and a little extra spotlight on sales horse Nui on yet another strong finish. Contact Kelley at kelley@abitbetterfarm.com for more info!

9/30-10/1: Old Tavern Horse Trials (The Plains, VA) 

• Rachel Narrow with Nui (owned by Troy George): 3rd in Sr. Training Rider 
• Shari Young with Pure Cotton: 5th in Sr. Beginner Novice Rider 

This was a little bit of a quiet weekend for ABBF riders but a smile this big is all we need to remember how lucky we are to get to do what we do everyday!

Huge congrats to Deb Neivert and her Tally (former ABBF sales horse) on their Intro level Reserve Champion status at Woodstock’s PVDA show this past weekend!