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TA B L E O F

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CONTENTS WELCOME

The legacy and future of The Event of Rebecca Farm

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F O R E WA R D

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

From FEI president, Ingmar de Vos

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S P O N S O R S A N D PAT R O N S

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ORGANIZING TEAM

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OFFICIALS

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2 0 2 5 R E S U LT S

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S H O P ’ T I L YO U D R O P !

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MAP OF REBECCA FARM

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A S P E C TAT O R ’ S G U I D E T O E V E N T I N G

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REBECCA FARM SPECIAL PERSONS

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IN MEMORIAM

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H A LT C A N C E R AT X

The Event at Rebecca Farm would not be possible without these valuable contributors – Thank you!

These hard-working individuals manage the event

Judges, stewards and technical deligates ensure a fair and fun event

A look back at last year’s winners

Check out the shopping fair for tack, clothing and keepsakes

The ultimate test of horse and rider

The Hospitality Angels

Reuben S. Bienvenu, III

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WELCOME TO THE EVENT

Welcome to The Event at Rebecca Farm! It is our 25th year and we are grateful that you are here with us to be part of this memorable and historic year.

Our founder and namesake Rebecca knew from the start that it would always take a village of incredibly dedicated and talented people to make this Event happen. Regardless of their job, the family, staff, and volunteers work year-round to make this the best week of the year. Their focus is always on making the Event the pinnacle for education, enjoyment, and the welfare and safety of the horses, riders and everyone involved.

OVER THE LAST 25 YEARS SOME OF OUR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: • Over 15,000 horses have competed in the levels from Beginner Novice through the CC14*L formats.

• Competitors, judges, volunteers and visitors have come from almost every state and from abroad.

• In 2025, $60,000 was awarded to competitors to help with travel expenses for The Event.

• In 2004, the Gold Cup Series, and the Federation Equestrian International World Cup Qualifier were held at Rebecca Farm.

We also hosted the FEI HSCB World Cup Series.

• In 2010, “Air Horse One” flew 18 top competition horses from the east coast for our event with the community turning out at Glacier International Airport to welcome them to the beautiful Flathead Valley.

• In 2017, 2018 and 2019, the FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships were held at Rebecca Farm during The Event.

• In 2022, we hosted the United States Eventing Association’s National Championship Competition.

• Sarah Broussard founded” Halt Cancer at X “in 2012. To date, over $1.2 million has been raised to fund both breast cancer research and local organizations which provide services for patients, survivors, and their families.

• According to a study performed in 2010, The Event had an impact of over $5 million on the Flathead Valley economy.

That type of impact has continued.

Our success is due to the support we receive from each and every one of you. We are grateful to the Flathead Valley Community College and other community organizations for their support throughout the years. We could not make this week so special without the generosity of volunteers, craftsmen, artists, patrons, sponsors, owners, the national organizations USEA and USEF, and you.

We are so glad you are here. Thank you for everything!

Cheers to 25 Years!

Jerome, Beth, Sarah, Rebecca and our fellow MEE Board Directors

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FOREWARD

BY THE FEI PRESIDENT On behalf of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, I am pleased to welcome you to Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, Montana (USA), for another year of top-level international Eventing. Bringing together athletes and horses from CCI1* to CCI4* levels, Rebecca Farm continues to be an important fixture on the international Eventing calendar and it is with great anticipation that we await to discover who this year’s laureates will be.

Eventing presents a unique test, requiring precision, adaptability as well as trust between horse and athlete. It is this combination that makes this discipline so distinctive and continues to inspire participants and spectators alike.

Over the years, the Rebecca Farm has earned a strong reputation for the quality of its organisation and competitions. This week, we once again look forward to seeing athletes and horses demonstrate the skill, preparation and unique bond that define our sport. Across Dressage, Cross Country and Jumping, each performance is the result of years of dedication and careful training, supported by the commitment of owners, trainers, grooms and many others working behind the scenes.

Events of this standard are made possible through the hard work and commitment of the Organising Committee composed of its many volunteers and officials. I would like to thank Jerome Broussard as well as the entire Rebecca Farm team for their continued dedication and for providing such an excellent setting to showcase Eventing.

I wish all athletes and their entourage the best of luck! To the fans, I hope you will enjoy every moment of the best our sport has to offer.

Ingmar De Vos FEI President

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SCHEDULE

JULY 14TH TUESDAY 3 PM Cross-Country Course Open — Horse Trials divisions 5 :30 P M Competitor Briefing — FEI & HT 9AM -6P M Rebecca Farm Office Hours

JULY 15TH WEDNESDAY: DRESSAGE 8 A M -6P M | Dressage: Arenas 2-5, Novice & Beg. Novice 1 PM | Horse Inspection CCI1*-L, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CC14*-L

3 PM | Cross-Country Course Open — FEI & Three-Day 3 :30 P M | Training & Novice Three-Day 7A M -6P M | Rebecca Farm Office Hours

JULY 16TH THURSDAY: DRESSAGE & CROSS-COUNTRY 8 AM -5 :40PM | Dressage: Arenas 1–5, CCI1*-L CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CC14*-L, Novice & Training Three-Day, Training

8 AM -5 :45 PM | Cross-Country: Novice & Beg. Novice 7AM -6P M | Rebecca Farm Office Hours 10 A M -5 PM | Shopping Fair Hours

SCAN THE CODE!

For Schedule, Ride Times and Results, Cross Country & Facility Maps.

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SCHEDULE

JULY 17TH FRIDAY: DRESSAGE, CROSS-COUNTRY & SHOW JUMPING 8 A M -5 :3 0PM | Dressage: Arena 1-3, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L, Preliminary, Intermediate, Modified

8 :5 0 A M -5 PM | Cross Country: Novice & Training Three Day, Training 8 A M -5 PM | Show Jumping: Ring 4, Novice & Beg. Novice 7A M -6P M | Rebecca Farm Office Hours 1 0 AM -5 PM | Shopping Fair Hours 1 0 AM -4PM | Kid Zone Hours 6:3 0 P M -1 1 PM | Event Dinner and live music in the Pavilion. Tickets available at Hospitality Tent in Shopping Fair

JULY 18TH SATURDAY: CROSS-COUNTRY & SHOW JUMPING 7A M | Horse Inspection - Training & Novice Three-Day 8 A M -6P M | Cross-Country: Intermediate, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI2*-L, CCI1*-L, Modified, Preliminary 8 :3 0 AM -4PM | Show Jumping: Ring 3-4, Novice & Training, Three-Day, Modified, Training & Beg. Novice

7AM -6P M | Rebecca Farm Office Hours 10 A M -5 PM | Shopping Fair Hours 10 A M -4PM | Kid Zone Hours

JULY 19TH SUNDAY: SHOW JUMPING 7A M | Horse Inspection - CCI1*-L, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L 8 AM -3 :40PM | Show Jumping, Ring 1, Ring 3, CCI1*-L, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L, Intermediate, Preliminary, Modified

7AM -5 PM | Rebecca Farm Office Hours 10 A M -3 PM | Shopping Fair & Kid Zone Hours AWARDS CEREMONY TO FOLLOW THE CONCLUSION OF EACH DIVISION. Please note this is a tentative schedule and subject to change.

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SPONSORS LEVEL P R E L I M I N A R Y & I N T E R M E D I A T E

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PATRONS PATRON PREMIER

The Lendrum Family Brian & Norma Murray

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PATRON PRIME Anonymous

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Alexa Ammon Ellen Ahearn & Eric Markell Therese & Scott Blinks Eliza Frazer

Jane Karas Louise LaRue, Chateau Cheval LLC Claudine & Dr. TC Origitano Sharon Anthony & Mike Weesner

PATRON David & Ruth Ackroyd Gracefilled Wellness Nancy Chalmers John S. Chaney Anonymous First Montana Bank

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TEAM

ORGANIZING TEAM EVENT DIRECTOR Jerome Broussard

DRESSAGE COORDINATOR Heidi Diegel

EVENT ORGANIZER Montana Equestrian Events, Inc., Sarah Broussard

SHOW JUMPING COORDINATORS Max Corcoran and Heidi Diegel

EVENT SPOKESPERSON Sarah Broussard

3 DAY EDUCATION Max Corcoran

MONTANA EQUESTRIAN EVENTS, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Brian Murray, Chairman Jane Karas, President Jerome Broussard, Treasurer David Dittman, Secretary Elizabeth Lendrum, Eric Markell Louise Leslie, Rebecca Broussard and Sarah Broussard

GENERAL VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Heidi Diegel

OPERATIONS COORDINATOR Alison Heppner ACCOUNTING COORDINATOR Jennifer Johnson DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR Marcia Spano SECRETARY Christina Gray OFFICE STAFF Katie Trafton, Aubrie Olson and Katie Bystrom CROSS COUNTRY JUMP JUDGE COORDINATOR Kurstie Hammel DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR Kim Turner

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XC CREW Bert Wood, David Cathcart, Zane Webb, Glenn Wood and Louis Blankenship XC DECORATORS Kris Wood, Terry Hilst, Adri Doyal and Madeline Issacks TREATING VETERINARIAN Bob Genovese, DVM David Priest, DVM VETERINARY HOSPITAL LaSalle Equine Clinic AMBULANCE SERVICES Vitalogy EMS LLC STABLING COORDINATORS Louise Leslie and Kristi Fetzer Blankenship CREW Jim Moyer, Meggan Holloway, Brody Leslie and Joe Billeter CHIEF TIMER/STARTER Joy Jordan TIMERS/STARTERS Jody Collins, Hannah Boyd, Tim Hinderman, Hillary Lind, Mary Kay Wilson, Adrienne Boyd, Brandy

Daniel, Frank Sweeney, Penny Portfield, Cole Porterfield, Jim Heitel, Susie Vaughn, Mary Ann Miles, Grace Campbell, Judy Campbell, Joyce Roth and Rick Patterson SCORERS Dawn Benson, Greg Benson, Daniel Benson, Marianne Jew, Sue Jenne and Sean Jenne SHOPPING FAIR COORDINATOR Alison Heppner ON SITE SUPERVISOR Meg Brummel ON SITE CREW Julie Lambertus and Kiah Gibson PUBLIC RELATIONS Kim Miller HOSPITALITY COORDINATORS Elizabeth Lendrum and Mildred Shaw AMBASSADORS & CREW Rebecca Broussard, John Shaw Chaney, Erica Wirtala, Pamelia Cuccia, Jeannette Leighton, Jane Manzella, Marisa Vriones, Mary McCarthy, Norma Treat, Nonnie Hopper, Erin Hofmann, Vicki Bazer, Jim Wilson, DVM, Maureen Wilson, Jaxon Bruse, Sherrie Dahl, Danny Kisch, Mark Moriarty, Ruth Ackroyd, Stephen Cilurso and Adrienne Boyd HOSPITALITY FLOWERS Heather Barton SHUTTLE DRIVERS Marshall Byers, Gabrielle Jones and Derek Bitter

CHIEF PURCHASING COORDINATOR John Shaw Chaney THE EVENT STORE Olivia Krause, Sable Phoenix Creative, LLC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/ DESIGN/COVER CREATIVE SnowGhost Design EVENT VIDEOGRAPHER RNS Videomedia EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER Shannon Brinkman CATERING COORDINATOR Johnny Alamilla CATERING CREW Les Simon, Kyler Johnson, Levi Johnson, Jordon Keely, Laura Boyce, Catherine Olsen, Heather Barton and Olivia Blackwell

VOLUNTEER CATERING COORDINATORS Maria Bienvenu and Livvy Bienvenu; Café Bienvenu

Alithea Downing, Charlotte Young, Claire St. Jean, Rachel Mikelson and Scott Rossman

VOLUNTEER CATERING CREW Jeff Lendrum, Linda Greco, Hannah Boyd, Monique Domino, Olivia Domino,Bella Domino and Jake Bennett CATERING SERVICES Kopper Kitchen, DeSoto Grill, Ellie and Orion, VFW and Pepsi-Cola Kalispell REBECCA FARM PHOTOGRAPHER & WATER STATION COORDINATOR Jeff Lendrum

AWARDS COORDINATOR Nikki Oaks AWARDS ASSISTANTS Rebecca Broussard, Hinton Thornton, Emily Cuccia and Rebecca Cuccia; Family Delegates, Jane Karas and Leslie Mercord AWARDS FLOWERS Monica Brickman GOLF CART RECOVERY TEAM Butch Thornton and Kenny Bazer

FARM MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR Cathy Rasch

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Kristi Fetzer Blankenship

FARM CREW Tim Eash, Bev Henry, Layne Marr, Landon Hams, Orion Preszler, Jack Lynch, Isaac McMillian, Nickey Ramsey, Lindsey Hammel, Kaleb Turner, Kyler Turner, Tailyr Reese,

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OFFICIALS

2026 OFFICALS FEI TECHNICAL DELEGATE Cindy Deporter Gretchen Butts Tim Murray FEI PRESIDENT OF GROUND JURY Bea Di Grazia FEI GROUND JURY Peter Gray Christel Carlson Valerie Pride FEI CHIEF STEWARD Dana Diemer FEI ASSISTANT CHIEF STEWARD Dana Diemer Fran Cross FEI ASSISTANT STEWARD Manny Diemer Jeff Legg Mary Ellen Miller FEI VETERINARIAN Anne Baskett Debbie Williamson FEI ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN Jessica Robertson NATIONAL TECHNICAL DELEGATE Leslie Threlkeld

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NATIONAL ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DELEGATE Tim Murray PRESIDENT OF NATIONAL GROUND JURY Ashley Johnson THREE DAY PRESIDENT OF THE GROUND JURY Muffin Pantaze THREE DAY GROUND JURY Lynda Ramsey DRESSAGE JUDGE Mary Richmond Brown Christel Carlson Valerie Pride SHOW JUMPING JUDGE Marion Maybank ANNOUNCER Mac Easley Hugh Lochore Marion Maybank ANNOUNCER/CONTROL Malcolm Hook Louis Blankenship VET SERVICES MANAGER David Priest SAFETY OFFICER Kim Vierra

SHOW JUMPING DESIGNER Chris Barnard BN-I CROSS COUNTRY DESIGNER Bert Wood FEI CROSS COUNTRY COURSE DESIGNER Jay Hambly

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RESULTS

2025 RESULTS

CCI4* LONG

SR. OPEN TRAINING A

JR. OPEN NOVICE B

CCI4* SHORT

SR. OPEN TRAINING B

JR. OPEN NOVICE C

Lorilee Hanson Contigo

Anna Patinkin Fernhill Tsunami

SR. OPEN TRAINING C

SR. OPEN BEGINNER NOVICE A

Tamra Smith Lillet 3

Tamra Smith Mai Baum

CCI3* LONG

Meg Pellegrini Falcon Crown Z

CCI3* SHORT

Tommy Greengard Balladeer Kilbrickens Lad

CCI2* LONG

Dani Sussman Watervalley Royal Guy

CCI1* LONG Alyssa Phillips Centerfold

OPEN INTERMEDIATE Alanna Bowie Oshianne

OPEN PRELIMINARY A Tommy Greengard Cooley Sligo

OPEN PRELIMINARY B Amber Birtcil Orpheus

OPEN PRELIMINARY C

Audrey Sanborn Parel Van Der W

Lisa Peecook SZ Raudo

SR. OPEN TRAINING D Lorilee Hanson Mosaïque

JR. OPEN TRAINING Olivia Keye Hair Cool De Virton

NOVICE THREE-DAY A Joe Lethbridge SD FORT I VALENT

NOVICE THREE-DAY B

Evelyn Moorhead Gettin’ Jiggy with It

Madeline Backus P.S. Sir Balinor

SR. OPEN BEGINNER NOVICE B Avery Jacob Trinket Box Snapdragon

SR. OPEN BEGINNER NOVICE C Alison Osborne Fernhill Rodger That

SR. OPEN BEGINNER NOVICE D

Mickayla Howard Petar D

Rosey Paulson Crown and Coke

SR. OPEN NOVICE A

SR. OPEN BEGINNER NOVICE E

Karen O’Neal Pendleton GB

SR. OPEN NOVICE B Tracey Trewin Barcelona

Isabelle John Kenny

JR. OPEN BEGINNER NOVICE A

Brooke Corsaut Juste Capitaine

SR. OPEN NOVICE C

Navin Ranweiler Forever Saul

OPEN MODIFIED

SR. OPEN NOVICE D

JR. OPEN BEGINNER NOVICE B

Keira Charlton Island Girl

Dakota McGill NSC Bellamy’s Diamond

Brittany Aulita Dynamic Deluxe

Tabitha Wisenbaker First

TRAINING THREE-DAY A

SR. OPEN NOVICE E

JR. OPEN BEGINNER NOVICE C

Millicent Billig Generous DHI

TRAINING THREE-DAY B Teresa Harcourt Csongor

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Jeanne Carley Shannondale Fionn

JR. OPEN NOVICE A Payton Hsue Molon Labe

Skylar Taix George Costanza

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VENDORS

SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP! INSIDE THE BIG TENT B A S L E R F A M I LY C H I R O P R A C T I C : We will be there sharing about chiropractic.

C H A S E D E F O R E S T: American,

oil-tanned, leather tote bags, small batch leather goods and fine art pieces.

E A S T E R N R E D W O O D : I am a

local Silversmith. I love incorporating history and high-grade gemstones into my jewelry.

G A M E D A Y M E N ’ S H E A LT H :

Gameday Men’s Health specializes in testosterone therapy, peptides, and health optimization to improve energy, performance, and overall quality of life.

G A R D E N C I T Y C H A I : We sell

instant chai latte mixes made with monk fruit. They are Keto and diabetic friendly and are excellent for camping or a trail ride.

I N D E P E N D E N T L I F E WAV E B R A N D PA R T N E R S : Advanced

wearable light therapy supporting recovery, comfort, and performance— trusted by equestrians committed to protecting and optimizing their horse’s health and longevity.

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H O N E Y S U C K L E A N D M U S TA R D S E E D S : We are a women owned boutique that loves making ladies feel beautiful.

KIRA JUNE BRAIDS LLC:

Handmade paracord horse tack and dog accessories.

L E I A F O X D E S I G N S : Vintage

and contemporary Native jewelry, southwestern jewelry, custom-shaped palm leaf hats and hat accessories.

MEDSENSE MAWT LLC:

MedSense Massagers offers high-quality, therapeutic massage devices designed to relieve pain and enhance recovery, ensuring comfort and wellness for every user.

M O N TA N A M O U N TA I N M A M A 4 0 6 L L C : Personalized jewelry –

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personalized real estate services specializing in farm and ranch, equestrian properties, luxury and land, guiding clients with my experience, integrity, and care.

N O R D I C C O M PA S S W O O D W O R K S : Custom laser-engraved

wood creations and handcrafted gemstone jewelry, blending natural materials, artistry, and craftmanship into one-of-a-kind pieces.

VENDORS R OYA L I R O N E Q U E S T R I A N :

Your source for equestrian cooling gear including cooling stock ties, neck coolers, cooling pods for helmets, vests, etc.

Custom orders welcome!

S A G E A C C E S S O R I E S : Curated

statement jewelry for women who already shine. Water-resistant, 18k gold-plating, sterling silver, and Austrian crystals.

S H A R I M O N T A N A A R T: Horse-

themed artwork, to include original drawings paintings and archival prints by local artist, Shari Montana from Missoula, Montana.

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sterling silver and turquoise jewelry featuring signed Navajo and Arizona Native artisan pieces, squash blossoms, vintage treasures, and authentic Taxco silver Mexico.

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THE L AST BEST PL ACE O R C H A R D : Fresh picked Flathead

cherries, fresh baked cherry handpies, other cherry and honeyberry products including jams, syrups, honeys, chocolates, orchard apparel and small cherry themed gifts!

T H R I V E C H I R O P R A C T I C : At

Thrive Chiropractic, we offer a natural and holistic approach to improving your overall well-being. Dr. Keltie is dedicated to helping people of all ages achieve optimal health and vitality.

Farm and the equestrian community.

Whether you’re caring for horses, livestock, pets, or your property, Tractor Supply has the products, expertise, and service you can count on. Stop by your local Tractor Supply or visit TractorSupply. com.

T R I P L E C R O W N F E E D : Featuring Triple Crown Equine Feed, a superpremium horse nutrition programs of feeds, forages, and supplements, showcased through samples, graphics, and literature.

T R O T T Y B Y N A T U R E : Off-the-

track Thoroughbred retraining and rehoming nonprofit. Promoting second careers, education, and aftercare. Meet the founder, learn, support, and shop branded swag.

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Tupperware products for display and for sale.

W I L D H O R S E L AV E N D E R :

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YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL O I L S : Organic essential oils, nutrition,

grooming, and personal care products for people and animals.

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VENDORS Chevrolet in Missoula, “Don “K” Chevrolet in Whitefish and Don Aadsen Chevrolet in Ronan.

FOOD & BEVERAGE TRUCKS C O L D S T O N E C R E A M E R Y: We

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C A R L’ S C O R N D O G S : Everyone

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brands of horse trailer and toys haulers, including Elite, Merhow, and Trails West. They also have a fully stocked parts departments and certified service department for your trailer and RV needs. Speak with a sales rep here at the Event about standard and custom designs.

L U F T T R A I L E R S A L E S : Luft

Trailer sales is a full-service horse trailer dealer selling Cimarrons, Lakota, and Mavericks.

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Coffee is an espresso stand serving made to order beverages in a sealed can! We offer espresso drinks, matcha, chai, and dirty sodas.

M O U N TA I N B E R RY B O W L S :

Acai smoothie bowls—All-natural smoothie topped with granola, fresh fruit, and toppings. Everything is gluten and dairy free.

S H E E T PA N P I Z Z A : Sheet Pan

Pizza is a mobile food trailer bringing high quality affordable pizza options to you and your special events.

S W E E T R E T R E A T C R E A M E R Y: Sweet Retreat Creamery serves handcrafted Montana-made ice cream

VENDORS and made-to-order Dutch mini pancakes with various toppings.

10-inch hot dogs.

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lunch? Tico’s is offering smoked trout tostadas, hard shell tacos and hand made empanadas. Come over and visit us today!

T H E C O D F A T H E R : Fish, chips and clam chowder.

STABLING TRADE FAIR A N T A R E S S A L L I E R : For more than

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G L A C I E R S H A V E I C E : Authentic

KERRITS PERFORMANCE E Q U E S T R I A N A P PA R E L : Open to

all during The Event! Shop exclusive sales, sought-after Kerrits tights and breeches, plus show apparel essentials. Located behind the North Show Office in Stabling.

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Art, jewelry, clothing and decor, as well as equestrian inspired goods can all be found in the Shopping Fair. A food truck village is on hand to quench your thirst and tempt you with tasties.

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POINTS OF INTEREST

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H O S P I TA L I T Y

Stop by the Welcome & Hospitality Tent, ask questions about the best way to enjoy your day and view past Event photos and history.

S H O P P I N G FA I R

This showcase of vendors represents the NW and beyond. Browse jewelry, saddles, arts and crafts, and grab something to eat from one of the many food concessions.

Plus, bring your kids to the weekend Kid Zone!

KID ZONE

Bring the entire family and come enjoy the Rebecca Farm Kid Zone, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. We offer pony rides, face painting, and arts and crafts!

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Purchase Event logo wear and one-of-a-kind souvenir tees, hats, shirts, jackets, gifts and more.

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A S P E C TAT O R ' S GUIDE TO

EVENTING HORSE-AND-RIDER COMBOS C O M P L E T E T H E U LT I M A T E T E S T By: Stacey Nedrow-Wigmore

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venting, considered the triathlon of equestrian competition, proves the athleticism and partnership of horses and riders.

Competitors must complete three distinct phases, with scores in each phase combining for the final placings. Whether you seek the harmony and grace of dressage, the stamina and bravery of cross-country, or the precision and agility of stadium jumping, the sport has something for every spectator to enjoy.

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CROSS-COUNTRY

The ultimate test of stamina, bravery, and partnership between horse and rider, the cross-country phase is exciting for competitors and spectators.

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W H AT Y O U W I L L S E E T H R O U G H O U T

THE EVENT AT REBECCA FARM THE THREE PHASES Dressage: This French word actually means “training.” As the first of three tests, dressage is meant to show that the horse can be obedient and the horse-andrider pair is harmonious. It is ridden in an arena with low sides and letters around the perimeter. Competitors perform the test from memory (different levels have different tests), executing certain movements at the different letters indicated. It’s a bit like the compulsory figures in figure skating. A great dressage test should be graceful and quiet—in other words, the horse should look as though he is performing without input

DRESSAGE

A great dressage ride is characterized by grace, fluidity, and softness.

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from the rider. The judge or judging panel looks for obedience, lightness, and “acceptance of the bridle,” which means that the horse is steady in his head and body carriage and connected to the rider through the seat, legs, and reins. A fussy horse, or one that spooks, speeds up, or otherwise looks unhappy will get a lower score on the movements.

Cross-Country: This phase is the most exciting and demanding of the three phases, and the one many spectators enjoy the most. Horses emerge from the start box and gallop across over undulating terrain, with 24 to 36 solid obstacles, within the time allowed—

again, this is specified by level. This is the ultimate test of the horse’s fitness, stamina, and bravery. The rider’s knowledge of pace and of his or her horse’s specific strengths and weaknesses also factor in. Cross-country obstacles include wide tables, water jumps, ditches, up- and down-banks, and many more. The natural terrain also plays a role, and a cross-country course designer takes the hills and valleys of the course into consideration when placing jumps. The obstacles are flagged—white on the left and red on the right. Horse and rider must jump over the obstacle and between the flags. If a flag is knocked down, the ground jury may decide to apply penalties.

Show Jumping: Also referred to as the jumping test, this phase features 12 to 15 obstacles in an arena. Unlike the fences in the cross-country phase, the jumps are constructed from rails that come down when hit. As in the cross-country phase, the jumps are flagged, and each jump is numbered in the order it’s to be jumped.

Riders must start after the judge blows the whistle (or rings a bell), and time starts once the horse goes through the timers. The aim of the show jumping phase is to leave all of the jump rails up while completing the course within the time limit. Horses must be both precise and agile, which may be particularly difficult if the pair had completed crosscountry the previous day.

International Equestrian Federation (FEI), which governs the discipline at its highest levels, states that “eventing originated as a military competition that tested officers and horses in challenges that could occur on- or off-duty. It also provided a basis to compare training standards between the cavalries of different countries.”

Eventing first appeared as an Olympic event in 1912 in Stockholm, Sweden, and was considered the complete test of a young army officer’s charge. Horses and riders completed five tests that included endurance (roads and tracks), crosscountry, steeplechase (speed), jumping, and dressage. The endurance and crosscountry phases took place over

A FEW FACTS ABOUT EVENTING Riders compete the same horse throughout the event. It’s also one of the few sports where men and women compete against each other. And as far as age—well, most riders get better as they get older, so it’s not unusual to see high-level competitors in their 50s.

At the end of the three phases, the penalties are calculated, and the rider with lowest score—lowest number of penalties—is declared the winner of their division.

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SHOW JUMPING The third phase, show jumping, tests agility and precision, as well as fitness.

approximately 34 miles and had a total time limit of four hours! The steeplechase included 10 obstacles over a two-mile course. The jumping portion required 15 obstacles that measured more than four feet high with a maximum spread of nearly 10 feet. Riders competed for both team and individual medals and only commissioned officers could compete until after World War II. With various changes in format, eventing has been included in nearly all Olympic

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Games since then, save during the World Wars. As mounted troops gave way to tanks during World War II, Olympic eventing also saw a change in its team compositions. The 1952 Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, brought the first civilian competitors. The first female Olympic eventer competed in 1964. The sport remained fairly unchanged until 2004, when a new format was introduced.

Sometimes called the “short format,” this new system removed the endurance and speed phases, leaving only dressage,

SCORING Dressage: Each dressage test movement receives a score on a scale from 0, meaning “not performed,” to 10, meaning “excellent.” The total score is then converted into “penalties.” So, the higher the score, the lower the penalties assigned. These penalties carry forward through the other phases, which is why the dressage phase is so important to the end result.

Cross-Country: Penalties are incurred when a horse stops in front of a jump, runs beyond it without jumping, or jumps outside of the flags. Time penalties are added for going over the time allowed or even coming in too fast. The term “double clear” means that the horse incurred no jumping or time penalties. Any penalties are added to those from dressage. Multiple refusals or one fall of horse or rider is grounds for elimination.

Show Jumping: Refusals, knockdowns, and exceeding the time allowed incur penalties, which are added to those from dressage and cross-country.

cross-country, and show jumping. The change was a compromise that made the sport more television-friendly and took up less land and resources—a necessity to keep the sport in the Olympic line-up.

T H E S P O R T T O D AY

The Event at Rebecca Farm offers competitors and spectators alike the opportunity to see both the “classic” eventing format, which, on endurance day, includes roads and tracks, steeplechase, and cross-country, and the modern short

format that is part of the international competition landscape.

Over the five days of competition, there are divisions that range from beginner novice through CCI**** (Concours Complet International four star), which showcases some of the most talented horses and riders competing at the top of the sport internationally.

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CLASSIC COMPETITION

The Event at Rebecca Farm is one of only a handful of competitions to host a “classic” event. Sometimes called a “three-day” or “long format,” it includes dressage on day one, endurance on day two, and stadium on day three. Endurance has four phases: A and C are roads and tracks, B is steeplechase, and D is cross-country obstacles. Rebecca Farm offers the threeday at the novice and training levels.

The classic event is the ultimate test of horse-and-rider fitness. During phases A and C (roads and tracks), riders trot through marked gates over several kilometers, warming up their horses and pacing them to meet an optimum time.

After phase A, riders continue to phase B, the steeplechase. This is made up of several brush fences set on an oval track.

These are taken at speed, and horses are encouraged to jump through the brush rather than over it. After steeplechase, the riders bring the horses back to the trot for phase C, which is like phase A, only longer and slower and meant to help cool down the horse.

After phase C, the rider brings the horse to the “10-minute box” for veterinary inspection and cooling out before moving

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on to cross-country. After the rider dismounts, the vet will check the horse’s temperature, pulse, and respiration, which is when proper conditioning, preparation, and a good team on the ground are proven. Provided the horse has recovered sufficiently, the rider will get back on and continue to phase D, the cross-country.

SPECTATOR SAFETY AND COMFORT Eventing is a fun sport for competitors and spectators alike! Particularly on cross-country day, we encourage you to go out on the course to watch. Feel free to move around the grounds throughout the day to see all the obstacles being negotiated.

Because of the nature of the event, there are a few considerations to keep in mind for everyone’s safety: Enjoy walking the course but keep a “heads up” attitude.

Horses always have the right of way.

Stay behind any marked barriers or ropes, and cross only where allowed.

Look both ways and listen for warning whistles before crossing the course.

Be aware of galloping or loose horses.

Stay out of pathways and away from obstacles.

Remember that courses change throughout the day without much warning, so what was safe one minute can be dangerous the next.

Supervise children at all times, and keep pets on a short leash.

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SOUNDNESS The horse’s physical conditioning and soundness is a critical part of eventing competition. The day prior to dressage, a ground jury and the show veterinarian inspect all horses competing at the FEI (international) levels. As the riders jog them in-hand

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on a firm surface, the judges watch for any signs of lameness. “The jog” is open to spectators, and horses and riders are turned out to the nines with horses braided and coats polished.

A second jog takes place the morning prior to the show jumping phase and follows the same format. This jog is perhaps more critical because it comes after the rigors of cross-country day.

It showcases horses’ fitness, as well as the horsemanship skills of riders and grooms who spend hours the night before icing legs and providing drug-free treatments to help the horse feel good and pain-free in the final phase.

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THE HOSPITALITY ANGELS B Y K I M F. M I L L E R “Do you know Rebecca?” That question was posed by an elderly gentleman who flagged down a ride to his car after watching the competition during one of The Event’s early years.

The woman who stopped to pick him up was driving a white Polaris utility vehicle and wearing her signature Rebecca Farm straw hat. “Yes, I do know Rebecca,” she replied cheerfully.

A close friend of Becky’s through their work on the United States Eventing Association Board, related committees, and endowment development efforts, BETH LENDRUM was among the original recruits in 2002. When Becky asked her to create a Welcome Tent and oversee hospitality, Beth enthusiastically accepted. Neither of them knew exactly what that would entail.

“Please tell her that it’s been an amazing day,” he said. Then he pulled two dollars from his wallet and asked her to give it to Rebecca to help keep The Event going forever and ever. “I sure will,” the driver answered.

What the gentleman didn’t realize was that the driver was Rebecca “Becky” Broussard herself—the visionary behind the launch of The Event at Rebecca Farm in 2002. Breast cancer prevented Becky from personally fulfilling her promise to that gentleman. Yet her spirit continues to guide the attitudes, values, and efforts of those who have carried that promise forward for 25 years.

Becky envisioned an event that welcomed everyone: competitors at all levels, spectators, volunteers, and supporters from all walks of life and every corner of the continent. Helping bring that vision to life, Becky’s husband, Jerome, often shared a simple but profound philosophy: everyone who comes to The Event should be treated like “guests in our home.”

H O S P I TA L I T Y A N G E L S

What began as a simple effort to provide a welcoming presence has evolved into one of The Event’s defining traditions. Spectators, owners, officials, competitors, and first-time visitors alike have come to expect a warm greeting and helpful guidance from the moment they arrive.

That warm welcome is made possible by a diverse group of enthusiastic volunteers from across the country who are led by three women, each with their own unique tie to Becky.

Starting from scratch, Beth ran the tent on her own that first year. Armed with three tables, a homemade dry-erase board, and fabric from JoAnn Fabrics discount bin—stapled to the fronts of the tables for a polished appearance— she welcomed curious newcomers throughout the weekend. Explaining the sport of three-day eventing, suggesting the best viewing locations, and pointing out horses galloping up the hill kept her busy as wide-eyed spectators arrived.

“People were fascinated because the event was free to attend, but they really had no idea what it was all about,” Beth recalls. “They thought it was a horse race, a steeplechase, or some kind of crazy endurance event. I was the first person they saw when they came out of the parking lot, and they had lots of questions. People stood in line waiting for information, and I literally had no voice by the end of the day.”

GIVING VISITORS THE L AY O F T H E L A N D

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Mildred travels a long way to help, bringing with her a touch of the Chaney and Broussard families’ pre-Montana roots. A little Southern charm—and a little sugar—go a long way.

“My sister wouldn’t allow me to come the first year,” Mildred recalls with a laugh. “She was too nervous.” Every year since, however, Mildred has been on-site helping manage what has grown into a substantial hospitality operation.

She is especially known for her annual banners and timelines highlighting memorable moments from the previous year’s Event. “That was actually Jerome’s idea,” she notes.

When Beth shifted her focus to expanding sponsor and patron hospitality, Mildred assumed leadership of the Welcome Tent. Questions are answered, directions are provided, rides to cross-country viewing locations are arranged, and—even after all these years—introductions to the sport of eventing are enthusiastically offered.

“Every year we get a whole lot of people who say, ‘We’ve never been here before,’” Mildred says. “After 25 years, that still amazes me.”

H O S P I TA L I T Y OFFERINGS CONTINUE TO GROW

In addition to the greatly enlarged Hospitality Tent, owners, spectators, patrons, and sponsors now enjoy tented gathering areas designed for comfort, connection, and exceptional viewing opportunities. Beginning in 2015, hospitality tents atop “the hill” created a welcoming vantage point where guests could watch competitors gallop across the world-class cross-country courses and soar over its whimsically decorated obstacles and complexes.

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REBECCA BROUSSARD joined the hospitality team in 2018 to support the growing sponsor and patron programs. She describes her role as a combination of greeter and someone who enjoys “loitering with intention” throughout the hilltop, ringside, and sponsor hospitality areas. “It’s all about welcoming people and making them feel at home,” she explains.

Like Beth and Mildred, Rebecca recruited several friends to help, many from Florida, where she lived before moving to Montana. “Most of us aren’t really horse people,” she says. “But we like people who like horses.”

A R E M A R K A B LY E N D U R I N G PA S S I O N

Rebecca remembers her mother first talking about hosting The Event at Rebecca Farm.

“She told me they were going to do this nice little show on their property,” Rebecca recalls.

“I was like, ‘That sounds nice, Mom!” “When I came to see it the second year, I was blown away by the magnitude of it all. I was amazed that people came from all over the country—competitors, volunteers, and spectators—and they still do.”

“We’re just as passionate about it now as we were 25 years ago. I find that impressive, and I think it’s because we’re all one big family.” Many of the volunteers never knew Becky personally, yet they return because of those who did and because they believe in her mission. No matter how much The Event has grown, this fundamental aspect has not changed.

“Do you know Rebecca?” is a question all can say “yes” to because her spirit lives on – in the genuine hospitality, warm welcomes and sense of belonging The Event at Rebecca Farm is known for.

LIKE COMPETITORS, HOSPITALITY VOLUNTEERS COME FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY. RUTH ACKROYD – Kalispell, MT and Menham, NJ Ruth Ackroyd has the alphabet to thank for her introduction to the Broussard family and Rebecca Farm. She and Becky Broussard were often seated next to each other while attending committee meetings for various charitable endeavors in the Flathead Valley. When Ruth shared that a grandchild had developmental challenges, Becky introduced the Ackroyd family to Human Therapy On Horseback. “That was my introduction to horses,” Ruth explains.

This was in the mid-90s, when The Event was held at Herron Park. When Becky asked Ruth to help with hospitality for the first Event at Rebecca Farm in 2002, Ruth agreed and she’s been there every year since.

Ruth’s fundraising background prepared her to thank supporters in her host role. She wasn’t prepared, however, for most of them to thank her back and ask how they could get involved. That shocked her early on and still does. “It’s a wonderful feeling – this group of people who want to be part of The Event. Another thing that stands out is people always telling me how happy their horses are to be here!”

“You may arrive at Rebecca Farm as a stranger,” she continues. “But you leave as a friend.”

RANDI WILLIAMS – Salt Lake City, UT Exciting competition, fun and friendships highlight every year’s experience for Randi Williams.

“What an honor to be there,” says Randi of each of the 8 or 9 years that she’s been assisting Beth Lendrum in the sponsor hospitality tent.

As an equestrian herself – a dressage rider – she is blown away by the courage, heart and talent of the horses and riders all are gathered to watch.

“From the tent on cross-country day, we can hear the water splash as the horses jump into those elements, the thundering hooves as they run up the hill and fly over these ginormous solid structures. They make it look like a breeze, yet it’s so powerful. I think ‘Wow! I’m a part of this!’”

Randi’s role puts her amidst supporters sharing that sensation, many of whom have become close friends. “They’re all gracious and lovely people

and it’s such a pleasure to work with them.”

What the Broussard family and The Event have done for breast cancer research and patients adds extra emotions to Randi’s reflections. “Jerome’s commitment to his late wife Becky and to the community is incredibly touching.”

NONNIE HOPPER – Henderson, KY Nonnie Hopper is better known as “Miss Kentucky Hospitality” thanks to her honeyed drawl and warm welcome to everyone enjoying the VIP gathering spots. She became friends with Becky and Jerome Broussard during their Kentucky days, and has been traveling to Kalispell to help at The Event longer than she can remember.

“It’s kind of like a holiday,” Nonnie says. “I have loved absolutely every minute of it.” Wonderful meals and goodies are an Event hallmark and helping everyone enjoy them is one of Nonnie’s favorite tasks. “I especially love to go over to some of the older guests with plates of food, so they don’t have to get up for it themselves.”

No matter where they hail from, horse people have common denominators, Nonnie observes.

“They’re very genuine, remarkable people.

There’s just something in their blood that makes them real special.”

JANE MANZELLA – North Miami Beach, FL Jane Manzella’s connection to The Event is Rebecca Broussard, Becky and Jerome’s oldest daughter and a leader of the hospitality team.

They became friends in Florida and Rebecca invited Jane to The Event 11 years ago. “I didn’t know much about The Event or the charities involved, but I wanted to see it first-hand,” Jane remembers.

Since then, Jane has been a fixture in the hospitality tents, greeting guests and helping to get them settled. “I look for any way I can help out and make things go as smoothly as possible.”

She’s in appreciative awe of all the charitable causes the Broussard family and The Event support. “It’s incredible the amount of good that Jerome and the family have done for the community. I’d go anywhere to be a part of that.”

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IN MEMORIAM REUBEN S. BIENVENU, III 3/27/42 - 12/28/25

“Hey Sugar, how you doin’today?”

Everything about Reuben was sugar, including a sugar-coated drawl as he extended a hand to meet and greet. In fact, he even had a degree in Sugar! Reuben was THE consummate gentleman who told his beautiful wife every single day that he loved her. He was a part of not only the Rebecca Farm Family, but a Broussard Family friend since childhood. Reuben joined the Cajun crowd in coming to The Event at Rebecca Farm, helping man the Golf Cart Retrieval and Communications Team. He and his Cajun “gangsters” held court in the Annex pretending to be working, but generally just telling stories, joking, chuckling and snoozing.

Memories, love and laughter to last a lifetime!

Reuben was a graduate of Catholic High School in New Iberia and attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he was a member of Theta XI Fraternity. His first job after receiving his Sugar Degree from LSU was working for St. John Plantation. Reuben went on to become the head Sugar Chemist for the Billeaud Sugar Mill, along with his various other occupations.

He was a natural born entrepreneur; he possessed a rare instinct for opportunity. His professional career included work in oilfield sales, a representative for GMAC, a financier for E.F. Hutton, owner of Arceneaux Ford, part owner of Cycle Center, as well as part owner of Rotorcraft Leasing Corporation. In his retirement years, he became part owner of four medical clinics.

Adventure was a constant calling for Reuben.

A licensed private pilot, he loved to ski, was a competitive tennis player, and was ever drawn to the challenge of promising business opportunities. His curiosity, confidence, and drive carried him through life with momentum and purpose.

His greatest pride and joy were his family. He loved his wife and children, deeply and fiercely, finding meaning and fulfillment in their lives and accomplishments.

He was a man of extraordinary intellect and unmistakable presence; sharp minded, quick witted, and possessed a rare ability to anticipate what lay ahead. A natural storyteller, he could captivate a room with ease, often punctuated by his signature smile, one that made you feel instantly welcome in part of a shared moment.

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Truly, one of a kind, Reuben leaves behind a legacy of intelligence, ambition, laughter, and unforgettable stories. Those fortunate enough to know him are better for having shared in his life, his humor, and his generous spirit. He will be fondly remembered and missed.

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BY KIM F. MILLER

Halt Cancer at X was founded by Sarah Broussard in 2012, two years after she took over The Event’s reins following the death of her mother, Becky Broussard, from breast cancer.

“Honoring her mother by helping others facing breast cancer requires the type of bravery and belief that is uncommon in the general population, but that you do find in the eventing community,” says Dr. Melissa Kaptanian, board chairwoman of Halt Cancer at X and a surgical oncologist at the Logan Health Breast Center in Kalispell. “Asking your horse to leap over obstacles when they cannot see the other side, and having that animal trust you entirely — that is the kind of leadership and faith that led Sarah to found Halt Cancer at X.” In its first year, HCX drew overwhelming support from the equestrian community and from local Flathead Valley residents and businesses. It was that community outpouring that shaped HCX’s dual mission: funding national breast cancer research and supporting local organizations serving those affected by the disease.

To date, HCX has distributed over $500,000 in community grants to local nonprofits, and $650,000 to national breast cancer research initiatives — including two grant recipients who later secured National Institutes of Health “R01” grants, the gold standard of research funding. In total, over $1.1 million has been raised and distributed.

HCX has quietly built a track record of funding researchers at critical times.

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“HCX grants have traditionally tried to pick researchers who are early in their scientific careers — before they have the track record needed to attract major federal funding,” Dr. Kaptanian explains. “We’re one of the organizations getting people started. And we’ve had two grant recipients go on to get NIH R01 grants. That, to us, is additionally wonderful.”

A QUEST TO ELIMINATE DIAGNOSTIC LIMBO

Earlier this year, the Halt Cancer at X committee awarded its 2025 Research Grant to Drs. Miglena Komforti and Ruifeng Guo, pathologists at Mayo Clinic Florida in Jacksonville. Their work sits at the intersection of molecular biology and breast cancer diagnostics. If it succeeds, it could eliminate one of the most agonizing experiences a patient can face.

Dr. Kaptanian describes the problem in plain terms: “Most people get a biopsy with a needle.

The biopsy says, ‘Thank goodness, it’s not cancer’ — or, ‘Darn it, it is.’ But there’s also a squishy middle ground, where the pathologist says, ‘Gee, some of these cells look atypical, but we’re not sure.’ And then there’s more waiting, and more testing, and sometimes I have to

take that person to the operating room for a surgery — just to tell them whether or not it’s cancer.”

That uncertain middle ground affects roughly 10% of all needle biopsies — a number that translates to tens of thousands of patients each year left in limbo awaiting an answer. Additional procedures, anxiety, and sometimes surgeries they may not have needed, characterize this experience.

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Drs. Komforti and Guo are developing a test called QCIGISH — Quantitative Chromogenic Imprinted Gene In-Situ Hybridization — that works by detecting a specific molecular change that occurs in cancer cells at a very early stage. Cancer disrupts a normal process called genomic imprinting, in which certain genes are “silenced” in healthy cells. QCIGISH identifies this disruption directly on pathology slides, in real time, at the individual cell level.

“This is the first epigenetic test of its kind offering real-time diagnostics of breast cancer and cancer precursor lesions at the single cell level,” explains Dr. Komforti. “It streamlines clinical integration with AI-driven image analysis, with a turn-around-time of 24 hours and results directly visualized on pathology slides. Successful retrospective validation on Mayo Clinic data indicates QCIGISH is precise, quantitative, reproducible, and cost-effective.”

The goal is eliminating diagnostic uncertainty: “No more indeterminate breast pathology results,” Dr. Komforti continues. “No more unnecessary excisions. Upon successful completion of this research, QCIGISH will provide patients with a personalized breast cancer risk model — changing breast medicine and breast cancer care forever.”

HAVING FAITH

Dr. Kaptanian is clear-eyed about the nature of scientific research: “Benchtop research is benchtop research. This could be a dead end. But that’s why it requires real vision to say, ‘We’re going to invest in the science.’ If it yields the result we want, fantastic. But even if it doesn’t pan out, everybody still learns, and the knowledge base of the world is still better.

That’s the faith that goes with basic science.”

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CLOSER TO HOME: THE 2025 COMMUNITY GRANT RECIPIENTS Alongside the national research grant, HCX continues its commitment to the women of northwest Montana through community grants to local nonprofits. In the fall of 2025, four organizations received funding — each addressing various needs and realities involved in beating breast cancer.

CASTING FOR RECOVERY offers free fly-fishing retreats to local breast cancer survivors. Through therapeutic activity, peer connection, and time on the river, these retreats give women a chance to reclaim their sense of strength and possibility in their bodies. “They go out to the river and camp, commiserate and celebrate,” Sarah Broussard says. “I think everybody needs that kind of community, and we’re very proud to support it.”

CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY MONTANA ensures that people affected by cancer are empowered, strengthened, and sustained — including through their annual Mending in the Mountains women’s retreat, which the HCX grant helps make possible.

TOUGH ENOUGH TO WEAR PINK OF MONTANA hosts an annual free mammogram day at multiple locations across the state. On October 9, 2025, their event provided free breast screenings to 22 women in Kalispell alone — in a single day. Early detection saves lives, and access to screening in rural Montana is not a given.

LAND TO HAND’s Food Rx program provides bi-monthly fruit and vegetable prescriptions to patients experiencing food and nutrition insecurity.

With this HCX grant, they will support 10 women affected by breast cancer — because surviving cancer is not only about treatment. It’s about nourishment, dignity, and the ability to heal completely.

For more information or to donate to Halt Cancer at X, visit www.rebeccafarm.org.

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