The Santa Ynez Valley Therapeutic Riding Program and the Santa Ynez Valley Equestrian Association are holding a joint benefit on June 2, showcasing several world-class equestrians.
Equestrian entertainer Ramon Becerra, a multiple world champion, and Cowgirl Hall of Famer Sandy Collier—named by Horse & Rider magazine as one of the “50 Greatest Horsemen of All Time in All Disciplines”—are scheduled to perform. Olympic bronze medalist dressage rider and FEI judge Charlotte Bredahl-Baker will also make an appearance, along with several special-needs therapeutic riding students.
The event runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Ynez Valley Equestrian Center, 195 Refugio Road in Santa Ynez. Hors d’ouevres and wine will be served, and local art will be on display. Tickets cost $35 per person and are available at the gate and in advance. Children get in free with a paid adult. VIP tickets cost $50 and include a barbecue dinner.
Collier will also be host to a reining clinic at the center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.. All proceeds will benefit the Santa Ynez Valley Therapeutic Riding Program. The clinic is $150 to participate and $35 to audit, including lunch.
For tickets, or to find out more, call 325-1544 or e-mail Robin at robinserritslev@hotmail.com.
This article appears in May 24-31, 2012.