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pring has arrived and the weather forecast is calling for another beautiful day in the Tryon area this Saturday. As Steeplechase enthusiasts prepare for the 71st running of the Block House Steeplechase at its new location in Green Creek you can feel the excitement building in the air all around our area.

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n this Tryon Daily Bulletin Steeplechase Edition, we’ll introduce you to the traditions that surround Steeplechase and the events that make it a very special day for the Foothills community.

On the morning of April 15, race fans will begin to pour onto the field ready to celebrate and embrace the day. Women and men will be dressed in their finest and adorned with hats of every description. A Steeplechase tradition, hats are a must – there’s even a hat contest – as well as a contest for men called the “Go To Hell” Pants Contest.

Delicious spreads of food and drink will be creatively displayed in Steeplechase tailgating fashion. In this year’s tailgate contest keep in mind judges will be looking for originality and attention to detail.

Although people come from all over the world to take part in the festivities you will find the event serves as a homecoming for many locals. It’s an annual gathering where family and friends come together in celebration of the Block House Steeplechase, some spending months making plans for their tailgate set-up, choosing the perfect hat, outfit and planning the perfect menu.

A day for meeting and greeting friends old and new, the event provides something for most everyone. Patriotism, sport and family all come together through events surrounding the big races.

More than anything this day is meant to celebrate our area’s equestrian heritage and bring the community together for a day of racing and sportsmanship. Come out and enjoy. For more information, visit blockhouseraces.com. See you at the races!

Kevin Powell General Manager Tryon Daily Bulletin

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

06 Schedule of Events 22 Go to Hell Pants 10 Tailgating

28 Steeplechase

Contest

Official Artwork

14 Steeplechase News 24 Previous Block 16 Area Map 17 Course Map 18 Race List and Post Times 20 Hat Contest

House Winners 25 Weekend

and Artist 30 Merchandise 31 Steeplechase Glossary

Schedule 26 The Stick Horse Races

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9 a.m. Gates open

PRE-RACE ENTERTAINMENT 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Tailgate Contest Winners will be announced before the first race.

10 a.m.

Hat Contest Please gather in front of the concert stage on the infield.

10:30 a.m.

“Go to Hell” Pants Contest Please gather in front of the concert stage on the infield. *11 a.m.

Green Creek Hounds *11:15 a.m.

Shea Rose Vaulters

11:30 a.m.

Recognition of 2017 TRHC Heritage Families Please gather outside the TRHC Tent (infield) for a group photo.

12 p.m.

Jockey’s Meeting at Race Tower

12:15 p.m.

Presentation of Colors.

Polk County Veterans Memorial Honor Guard Race Officials meeting at Race Tower 12:20 p.m.

National Anthem and Sky Divers

RACE SCHEDULE 12:30 p.m.

Horses called to the paddock *12:50 p.m.

“Horses to the Post” Bugler, Mr. Andy White *1 p.m.

FIRST RACE Carter Brown Memorial 1:05 p.m.

Horses called to the paddock *1:25 p.m.

“Horses to the Post”

*1:35 p.m.

SECOND RACE: Cannon Harmon Memorial 1:40 p.m. Horses called to the paddock *2 p.m. “Horses to the Post” *2:10 p.m.

THIRD RACE The Tryon Riding & Hunt Club 2:15 p.m.

Horses called to the paddock

*2:35 p.m.

“Horses to the Post” *2:45 p.m.

FOURTH RACE The Block House 3:15 p.m.

Horses called to the paddock *3:35 p.m.

“Horses to the Post” *3:45 p.m.

FIFTH RACE Dr. John Bradshaw Memorial (1st Division)

*Crosswalk gates closed. No car entry or exit.

4:05 p.m.

SIXTH RACE Dr. John Bradshaw Memorial (2nd Division) 4 p.m.

Stick Horse Races.

Please gather in front of the concert stage on the infield. Proceeds benefit Greenville Foothills Pony Club.

5 p.m. Everyone departs.

Gates close.

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Tryon, Horse Country North Carolina

RONALD PICCARI

estate properties & horse farms

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mountain view estate

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oak hill farm – stoneybrook

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Home of 2018 FEI World Equestrian Game at TIEC

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Luxury living in Motlow Creek equestrian community. 4BD/3.5BA home on 9+ acres; endless custom details, enhanced by countryside & mtn views. Apt above garage. Barn, pastures, creek. 22 min to TIEC. $799K

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think meadow wood

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Advantage Realty 177 N. Trade St. Tryon, NC 28782

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2015 Tailgate Contest winner was Sly Fox Boutique of Tryon.

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orses and jockeys won’t be the only ones competing at the April 15 Block House Steeplechase. Spectators of all ages can also get into the action with the Stick Horse Race, the Hat Contest, Go To Hell Pants Contest and the hotly contested Tailgate Contest.

For those just putting together tailgates for their friends, any kind of food and decoration goes as long as it makes your group happy. But if you want to compete for a top prize, it will take originality, a theme to work around, and attention to detail.

Judges will be whizzing around in their golf carts to be sure they have time to see everyone. If they stop and ask you if they can take pictures of your tailgate, it’s a sign that you may be in the running for a prize. Allow time to get in and set up your creation.

Spectators also have fun walking through the parking areas to see the different tailgate set-ups. And best of all, regardless of who takes home the gift baskets and bragging rights, all of the tailgates end up being enjoyed by the happy groups who get to eat them.

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2017 Heritage Families Mr & Mrs A Corbett Alexander Mr & Mrs Peter E Frohlich Ms Kym M Parker Mr Chuck Allen Dr & Mrs J Sidney Fulmer Mr & Mrs LS Pendergrass Mr & Mrs JP Baehr Mrs Bennie Gause Ms Suzanne Peterson Mr W Lamar Baehr Mr & Mrs David A Geer, III Mr & Mrs Joe Petty Mr & Mrs Stanley W Baker Mr & Mrs William A Gray Jr Mr John L Petty, III Mr Bryan F Bobo Mr & Mrs Roger Habisreutinger Mr & Mrs Christian Poole Mr Wayne S Bonge Mr & Mrs Stuart Hall Mr & Mrs Charles Allan Pruette Mr & Mrs L Campbell Boyd Mr & Mrs R Anderson Haynes Mr Charles Reyner Mr & Mrs John N Boyle, III Mr Allan Heath Mr & Mrs James C Rhea, III Mr & Mrs Stephen Brady Mr & Mrs Kent Holden Ms Laurie A Rivers Dr & Mrs James Bridgeman Mr & Mrs Roberto M Inclan Mr & Mrs Charles C Ross David A Briggs Ms Lydia Kellett Mr & Mrs M Franklin Sanders Mr Bruce L Bromberg Mr & Mrs HB Kelly Mr James W Seeley Ms Lillie Brown Mr & Mrs W J Laughridge, III Mr & Mrs Kevin Sellers Mr & Mrs Jeff Byrd Mr Paul Lehner Mr & Mrs Jack Sher Mr Joey Cabaniss Ms Mitzi Lindsey Mr Robert Short Mr Lennox J Cannon Mr & Mrs Charles C Lingerfelt, III Mr & Mrs Jon E Shuler Pat Carey Mrs Wolfgang Lonnes Mr & Mrs David S Slater Mr David S Carmichael Mr & Mrs Pete Mahler Mr & Mrs James E Smith Mr Jack Carruth Ms Nancy R Martin Mr & Mrs Robert B Taft, Jr Mr & Mrs Jeff Carter, Jr Mr & Mrs George B May, Sr Ms Debra Foster-Teague Mrs William K Child Dr & Mrs Mark McCall Mr & Mrs Grant Vosburgh Mr Scott Christopher Ms Jane McCutcheon Ms Madelon Wallace Dr Norvin A Clontz Mr & Mrs Ambrose Mills, III Mr Larry Wassong Mr & Mrs Paul J Cote Ms Cathy Minch Mr & Mrs Wayne Weathers Mr & Mrs Michael R Culler, Jr Mr & Mrs Dewitt C Miner, III Tryon Fine Arts Center Mr & Mrs Jim Weicker Mr Edward H Dick Mr & Mrs James Mooney Ms Nancy T Welch 34 Melrose Dr & Mrs Robert H Dowdeswell Mr Ave & Mrs• 828-859-8322 Elford H Morgan • wwwtryonartsorg Mr & Mrs John B White, Jr Mr & Mrs Don Eifert Ms Patricia Newman Mr & Mrs Jim Bob Wilson Mr & Mrs Ellis Fincher Mr & Mrs Charles A Osborne Mr & Mrs Sam Wimberly Mr & Mrs Jeff Fries Mr Bryan Overcarsh, Jr Mr & Mrs Howard E Yountz, Jr Ms E Louise Frohlich Dr James Page Mr & Mrs Gary Zumstein The above families have at least 50 years of seniority.

Seniority is determined by total years of TR&HC membership and BHSR ticket purchase.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this list. Please report any errors and/or omissions.

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Horse Farms & Upscale Homes Equestrian Real Estate Specialist

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Tryon Block House Steeplechase

increases number of jockeys and races for 2017

A $175,000 purse and new A-rated course has resulted in double entries and top-tier jockeys The number of top-rated athletes competing in the 71st annual Tryon Block House Races on Saturday, April 15, 2017 in Columbus, N.C. has more than doubled last year’s participation numbers.

With 48 registered jockeys, the tally reverses a 10-year decline in the race’s participation. The drastic increase in attendance this year is credited to the new partnership between Tryon Riding & Hunt Club (TR&HC), the organization that founded and has produced this steeplechase for 71 years, and Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC), a 1,600-acre state-of-the-art equestrian lifestyle destination in Polk County, N.C.

With the partnership came a new A-rated course, double the prize money from $80,000 to $175,000, and a new date that did not conflict with any other steeplechase events - all of which resulted in a stronger showing from champion jockeys.

Some of the top-rated athletes scheduled to compete at this Saturday’s Tryon Block House Races include: Paddy Young, five-time jockey champion by wins; Willie McCarthy, champion jockey by wins and purses in 2014; Kieran Norris, champion jockey by wins in 2016, Ross Geraghty, champion jockey by wins and purses in 2012; Sean McDermott, champion jockey by purses in 2016; Jack Doyle, champion jockey by purses in 2015; and Brendan Crowley, champion apprentice jockey in 2016.

The National Steeplechase Association (NSA) is supportive of the new partnership and the benefits it has provided.

“It’s all very exciting. It’s the 71st running

of the Tryon Block House Races and I knew this partnership between Tryon Riding & Hunt Club and Tryon International Equestrian Center would succeed,” said NSA President Guy Torsilieri. “They have produced a spectacular event for Saturday and we have already added more races. The horsemen have embraced it and it’s a very strong card this year. The horsemen have high regards for this new course and it’s going to be a great event.”

A bigger prize purse attracted some of the sport’s top riders and allowed for more horses in the competition. For example, 15 horses were entered in the flat race, but not all could have competed in a single run. To accommodate the influx of interest from such high-level, professional talent, the Tryon Block House Races team added another $25,000 purse and split that race into one group of eight horses and another group of seven, which allowed JOCKEYS & RACES CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

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all interested jockeys the opportunity to compete.

According to Torsilieri, the organizers’ commitment to accommodating these athletes sends a strong, positive message of support to the horsemen.

For Mark Bellissimo – CEO of Tryon Equestrian Partners that owns and operates Tryon International Equestrian Center and is the partner organization for the Tryon Block House Races – this historic steeplechase originally attracted his family to the Polk County, N.C. area and is a critical event to grow for the region.

“I am incredibly fond of this historic steeplechase and its legacy to equestrian sport in this region and beyond,” said Bellissimo. “I am pleased that we can leverage our resources to enhance the race experience for both the horseman and the spectator. I am certain the Tryon Block House Races will continue to grow and become one of the most sought-after opportunities for both athletes and spectators.”

TICKETS Tickets are still on sale for tailgating, VIP Legends Hospitality Tent, or walk-in admission, and will remain on sale until 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2017.

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FINAL OVERNIGHT The 71st Annual Tryon Block House Races Columbus, NC Saturday, April 15, 2017 POST TIME- 1:00 p.m.

PP HORSE SEX/AGE CLM $ WGT JOCKEY OWNER TRAINER FIRST RACE (#19) Purse $20,000. THE CARTER P. BROWN MEMORIAL. Maiden Claiming Hurdle. 2-1/8 Miles over National Fences.

POST TIME: 1:00 p.m.

1 INDIGO HEART [L] g.7 $25,000 156 Mitchell, M Price-Richardson Stable Arch Kingsley, Jr. 2 BALISTES [L] g.5 $25,000 156 Norris, K Sara E. Collette Neil R. Morris 3 FOR THE GOLD [L] g.5 $25,000 156 McCarthy, W William Meister William Meister 4 PRECISELY [L] g.5 $25,000 156 Boucher, R Marlou C. Gregory Lilith Boucher 5 SACKETT [L] g.4 $25,000 146 Galligan, G Jonathan Sheppard Jonathan Sheppard 6 LIFE SAID [L] g.6 $25,000 156 Crimin, S Augustin Stables Richard L. Valentine 7 PERKUP g.6 $25,000 156 McDermott, S Mrs. S. K. Johnston Jr. Katherine S. Neilson 8 APPOGGIATURA g.4 $25,000 146 McDermott, S William G. Wofford William G. Wofford 9 BAYOTT [L] g.6 $25,000 156 McCarthy, W William E. Riddle, Jr. William Meister SECOND RACE (#20) Purse $30,000. THE CANNON HARMON MEMORIAL. Sport of Kings Maiden Hurdle. 2-1/8 Miles over National Fences.

POST TIME: 1:35 p.m.

1 MY AFLEET [L] g.6 154 Norris, K Jeff S. Amling Mark Beecher 2 AFLUTTER [L] g.7 154 Galligan, G Hudson River Farms Jonathan Sheppard 3 BARNACLE BILL (IRE) g.5 154 Doyle, J The Fields Stable Elizabeth H. Voss 4 CUBA LIBRE [L] g.4 144 Crimin, S Kinross Farm Richard L. Valentine 5 JESSE O g.5 154 McCarthy, W Flying Horse Farm LLC Jazz Napravnik 6 KHAFAYYA (IRE) [L] g.5 154 Young, P Sharon E. Sheppard Leslie F. Young 7 ROCKIN' BEN [L] g.4 144 Mitchell, M Arch Kingsley, Jr. Arch Kingsley, Jr. THIRD RACE (#21) Purse $35,000. THE TRYON RIDING & HUNT CLUB. Allowance Hurdle (NW2). 2-1/8 Miles over National Fences.

POST TIME: 2:10 p.m.

1 MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER [L] g.6 156 Mitchell, M Gregory D. Hawkins Janet Elliot 2 MERCOEUR (FR) [L] g.6 152 Young, P Michael A. Smith Leslie F. Young 3 DUKE OF MEDINA (IRE) [L] g.5 148 Doyle, J Irvin S. Naylor Cyril Murphy 4 DAI BANDO (IRE) [L] g.6 148 McDermott, S S. Bruce Smart, Jr. Jimmy Day 5 PERSONAL START [L] g.6 152 Crimin, S Magalen O. Bryant Richard L. Valentine 6 SURPRISING SOUL [L] g.5 156 Geraghty, R Wendy Hendriks Ricky Hendriks 7 AS YOU LIKE IT [L] g.5 152 Galligan, G Mrs. Charles C. Fenwick, Jr. Jonathan Sheppard 8 STRONGBOX [L] g.5 152 Dalton, B Stephen E. Johnson Kate Dalton 9 RED HAMMER (GB) [L] g.5 152 Geraghty, R Barracuda Stable Ricky Hendriks 10 BECK'S BAD BOY g.6 148 Ivy Hill Stable, LLC Alicia Murphy FOURTH RACE (#22) Purse $40,000. THE BLOCK HOUSE. Hurdle Handicap. 2-1/4 Miles over National Fences.

POST TIME: 2:45 p.m.

1 ALL THE WAY JOSE [L] g.7 (125) 142 Galligan, G Buttonwood Farm Jonathan Sheppard 2 HARDROCK ELEVEN [L] g.7 (127) 144 Crowley, B Virginia Lazenby Racing Stable LLC Doug Fout 3 BALANCE THE BUDGET [L] g.8 (120) 140 Watts, M Stonelea Stables LLC Julie Gomena 4 ANDI'AMU (FR) [L] g.7 (130) 146 Young, P Ballybristol Farm LLC Leslie F. Young 5 CHORAL SOCIETY [L] g.8 (132) 148 McCarthy, W Petticoats Loose Farm Jack Fisher 6 SIMENON (IRE) [L] g.10 (143) 158 Geraghty, R Rosbrian Farm Ricky Hendriks 7 SPECIAL SKILLS [L] g.7 (136) 152 McCarthy, W Sheila J. Williams Jack Fisher FIFTH RACE (#23) Purse $25,000. THE DR. JOHN BRADSHAW MEMORIAL 1st Division. Allowance Flat. 1-1/2 Miles on the Turf.

POST TIME: 3:30 p.m.

1 DEVIL MONKEY [L] g.5 *146 Crowley, B William G. Wofford William G. Wofford 2 ANY GIVEN ROYAL [L] g.8 155 Geraghty, R Wendy Hendriks Ricky Hendriks 3 MOTIVATIONAL [L] g.5 155 McDermott, S Riverdee Stable Jack Fisher 4 MUTASAAWY [L] g.7 155 Norris, K Pathfinder Racing Neil R. Morris 5 PHYLLIS'S FLAG [L] f.4 142 Crimin, S Elise W. Kendall Elise W. Kendall 6 BURNING APPROVAL [L] g.3 *132 Dalton, K Brian E. Murphy Brian E. Murphy 7 JUMP SHIP g.5 151 Boucher, R Why Not Racing LLC Lilith Boucher 8 SET TO MUSIC [L] g.6 155 Galligan, G Mrs. S. K. Johnston Jr. Katherine S. Neilson SIXTH RACE (#23) Purse $25,000. THE DR. JOHN BRADSHAW MEMORIAL 2nd Division. Allowance Flat. 1-1/2 Miles on the Turf.

POST TIME: 4:05 p.m.

1 TOP STRIKER [L] g.8 155 Geraghty, R Mrs. George M. Sensor Arch Kingsley, Jr. 2 UNSINKABLE (IRE) [L] g.7 155 Doyle, J Robert A. Kinsley Elizabeth H. Voss 3 JAMARJO (IRE) [L] g.10 155 Young, P Irvin S. Naylor Leslie F. Young 4 BIG RALPH g.3 137 O'Dwyer, J Blue Haven Farm Jeremiah O'Dwyer 5 QUIET PREDICTION m.6 *137 Brion, K Johnny Eason Rafael A. Fernandez 6 INDY'S LEGACY [L] g.6 147 McCarthy, W Thistledown Farm Desmond Fogarty 7 GOTTA GET AWAY [L] g.4 155 Norris, K Pathfinder Racing Neil R. Morris

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Tryon, Horse Country North Carolina

BONNIE LINGERFELT Fine Equestrian Properties & Country Homes

think woodlands

Desirable Jackson Grove locale: 4 BR/4BA home w/ 3 FPs, antique logs & doors, old barn beams, heart of pine, cork & brick floors. In-ground heated pool, professionally landscaped, stone paths. 3+ acres. $649.9K

think private estate — 90+ acres

Pastures, Hardwoods, Ideal setting for equestrian estate. Perfect location: minutes to shopping, 11 miles to TIEC. Includes rented tenant house, & outbuildings. Always special. $899K

think gowen’s fort

Attractive 3 BD, 4 BA home, open floor plan in equestrian community.

Upscale features: crown molding, wood floors, abundant floor-toceiling windows. 4-Stall barn w/apt. Direct access to trails. $675K

think tucked away

On 10+ acre, 2 BR/2BA open floor plan home with FP, expansive kitchen, master suite. Inviting pool off the deck. 3 matted 12x12 stall barn & attached 1BR/1BA smartly appointed apt. 7 Mi to TIEC. $475K

think tiec and tryon resort

Outstanding mountain & lake views from this premier lot. Build your custom designed home. Enjoy TIEC as a spectator or exhibitor, or relax at home and take in nature’s best. Lot 52 is a choice parcel. $289K

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think choices in tryon horse country

think the pinnacle of lake adger

Unparalleled craftsmanship & design. 360º views, grand LR & DR, 2 master suites, media room. Pool, outdoor kitchen, FP, fire-pit. 5-Car garage w/ 2BR/1BA apt, & marina boat slip. 15 min to TIEC. $2,299M

Advantage Realty 177 N. Trade St. Tryon, NC 28782

828-817-0166 828-859-5454

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contest HAT

Ladies (and gentlemen, too!), today is the day to express your creativity, cleverness and cute self in the highly competitive hat contest. Meet at 10 a.m. at the concert stage.

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Distinctive Homes & Character Cottages

Whether buying or selling, I can get you to the finish line!

Best of Both Worlds in WNC. Secluded vacation home & successful vacation rental in one. Pine Shadows Chalet can be your dream home away from home & provide income as well! 3BR 2BA, dramatic 25’ cathedral ceiling, private on 2.68 acres close to TIEC. $249,900

At The End of The Cul De Sac. This handsome 4BR 3BA brick home features: low maintenance quality construction, spacious open living area, main level MBR suite w/huge walk-in closet & finished lower level perfect for extended family. Privately located in a desirable neighborhood. $322,900

River Retreat. One of a kind property w/vintage home on the scenic Pacolet River. Charming old home w/heart of pine floors, remodeled kitchen & baths, covered & screened porches. Included is a unique building that could be the perfect artist studio, workshop or man cave. 1.8 acres $279,000

Down a Leafy Lane. 2BR 2BA cottage w/open floor plan, updated kitchen w/corian counters opens to lg living room w/FP & separate dining rm. all on one level, & best of all a stunning sun room w/vaulted ceiling. Ideal private location close to the village of Tryon. $249,000

Nestled on a Ridgetop w/Mountain Views this vintage home is surrounded by the beauty of nature on 16.5 wooded acres. Built w/quality workmanship, wormy chestnut paneling, hdwd floors, 3FP’s, spacious rooms, beautiful stonework, 3 car garage w/1050 SF workshop. $575,000

A Unique & Exquisite Property w/Old World Charm. Originally built from antique log cabin, 4 FP’s, custom kitchen, stunning family Rm w/ cathedral ceiling & floor to ceiling windows. Large MBR suite w/screened porch, guest/in-law quarters.

Pristine grounds, Mountain Views. $895,000

Rich in Charm & Character, completely updated 1940’s home w/beautiful land & stonework.

Privacy & winter Mtn views! Gracious Rooms w/ high ceilings, crown molding, wood floors & stone FP. Large Studio ideal for artists! A very special property & exceptional price. $387,000

Stunning, Quality Built Home privately located on 17 Acres close to all amenities. Custom designed w/generous rooms, 4BR 3.5BA, pegged hardwood floors, lovely stone patio, quiet setting w/fenced pasture & 2 large buildings offer potential for barn & studio. $580,000

The Perfect Private Estate privately sited on 10.46 ac in one of Tryon’s finest locations. Large rooms, beamed ceilings, 2FP & hardwood floors, Huge MBR suite w/cathedral ceiling, lower level family room., kitchenette & bath perfect for guests. Porch/ deck & lovely pool. $553,000

Jean Skelcy-Broker/Owner A Tradition of Trust for over 25 Years RE/MAX Advantage Realty To see these properties go to jeanskelcy.com

828-817-0325 jeanskelcy@remax.net

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GO to HELL

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PREVIOUS

Block House

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WINNERS

1947

Mr. Austin A. Brown’s

Bluish

1982

Mr. Richard Bomze’s

Sports Reporter

1948

Mr. Austin A. Brown’s

Bluish

1983

Mr. Harold Glessner’s

Suka Fire

1949

Mr. Buford Danner’s

Magic Shift

1984

Mr. Leroy S. Close’s

Mysterious Author

1950

Mr. Austin A. Brown’s

Bluish

1985

Mrs. Henry Hooker’s

Spin The Top

1951

Mr. David Cumming’s

Prairie Imp

1986

Fox Hill Farm’s

1952

Dr. John B. Youman’s

Storm Hour

1987

Dr. John K. Grigg’s

Princely Mint

1953

Mr. A. E. Pew, Jr’s

Queer Wednesday

1988

Dr. John K. Grigg’s

Princely Mint

1954

Mr. Harry A. Nichol’s

Ginny Bug

1989

Brushwood Stable’s

Tostadero

1955

Mr. M. G. Walsh’s

Repose

1990

Mr. Robert M. Kitson’s

1956

Dr. Paul L. Dent’s

Jamin John

1957

Mr. Charles Sitzer’s

1991

Augustine Stable’s

1958

Mrs. Dennis Murphy’s

1992

Mr. William L. Pape’s

1959

Mrs. W. D. Hall’s

Another Hyacinth

1993

Carrington Racing Stable’s

1960

Mrs. C. F. Morris’

Hal Marbut

1994

Mr. Lee Pokoik’s

1961

Mr. Gullford Dudley, Jr’s

1995

Hudson River Farm’s

1962

Sugar Tree Farm’s

1996

Mr. Tony M. Garland’s

1963

Mr. Jack Grabowsky’s

Coup de Canon

1997

Timber Bay Farm’s

Romantic

1964

Mr. Calvin Houghland’s

Hidden Chance

1998

Hudson River Farm’s

Ninepins

1965

Mr. George H. Bostwick’s

1999

Hudson River Farm’s

Hard News

1966

Mrs. Ronald Houghton’s

2000

Mr. Cary W. Jackson’s

Dr. Ramsey

1967

Mr. Emanuel Mittman’s

Sand Hill Flight

2001

Brigadoon Stables’

Brown Lad

1968

Mrs. Jerritt W. Schmid’s

Tryiton

2002

Brigadoon Stables’

Brown Lad

1969

Mr. Edward S. Voss’

2003

Contrarian Stables’

Naughty Prince

1970

Woodcrest’s

2004

Hudson River Farm’s

Seafaring Man

1971

Mr. Alfred H. Smith, Sr’s

2005

Hudson River Farm’s

Seafaring Man

1972

Mr. James P. Melton’s

2006

Marilyn S. Kett’s

1973

Mr. Peter D. Tattersall’s

Jay’s Trouble

2007

Katherine N. McKenna’s

1974

Mrs. Jerritt W. Schmid’s

Gun Gold

2008

Anne O. Haynes’

Classy Bute

1975

Augustine Stable’s

Jay’s Trouble

2009

William L. Pape’s

Mixed Up

1976

Mr. George A. Sloan’s

Prime Motive

2010

William L. Pape’s

Divine Winner

1977

Augustine Stable’s

Tall Award

2011

Cary W. Jackson’s

Northern Bay

1978

Mr. Harry M. Rhett, Jr’s

Red Brick House

2012

William L. Pape’s

Devine Fortune

1979

Mr. Harry M. Rhett, Jr’s

Red Brick House

2013

William L. Pape’s

Dougan

1980

Mr. F. W. Gilley, Jr’s

Popular Hero

2014

Irvin S. Naylor’s

1981

Mr. George H. Bostwick’s 2016

2015

Bon Nouvel Chasers, LLC Power of One

Another Hyacinth Orestes Kid

Rotal John Dow

Baby Prince Guelp

Atamisqul First Symphony Shod Over Somaten

Un Adios William L. Pape’s

Reagan

Shamrock Keys Jamaica Bay Dum Crambo Break Clean Yearn Ninepins White Eyed Judge

Cherokee The Hills River Bed

Lake Placid Cocodimama

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Weekend FRIDAY, APRIL 14 Steeplechase Pre-Party at Tryon Resort, 6-9 p.m.

Kick off the 71st annual running of the Tryon Block House Races with a celebration at Tryon Resort’s Legends Club. Held on the Legends Club porch with scenic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the evening includes buffet dinner, live music and dancing, cash bar, Tryon Riding & Hunt Club’s annual auction, special guest speakers, and Art of the Horse auction kickoff. Tickets are available online at www.tryon.com under the “Steeplechase” tab.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 15 71st Tryon Block House Races For decades, this action-packed, equestrian competition has drawn thousands of spectators to the largest tailgate party in Polk County, N.C. Now under the management of the Tryon International Equestrian Center at Tryon Resort, the races are being held at a new, A-rated course in Columbus, N.C., just minutes from the Resort. In addition to the firstclass venue, jockeys will be vying for a bigger purse set at $150,000. For tailgate parking passes or tickets to the VIP Legends Hospitality Tent, visit www. blockhouseraces.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 16 Easter Brunch, Egg Hunt & $25K Grand Prix at Tryon Resort Tryon Resort’s Easter celebration begins with a signature brunch at Legends Club from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Attendees can dine ringside while watching the $25,000 grand prix competition, which begins at 12:30 p.m. Then, at 2 p.m. children are invited to hunt for eggs scattered around the exterior of the restaurants and Legends Club area in front of the carousel. The egg hunt is self-guided, so adults are asked to accompany their children as they hunt for eggs. Brunch reservations are recommended, but not required, and can be made by calling 828-863-1130.

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Stick Horse

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RACES

hen all the pageantry and stiff competition of the six races of the day has passed, it’s time for some wild and crazy all around fun. The Stick Horse Races are a chance for kids, and grown-up kids, to get into the Steeplechase spirit with a variety of short and silly races including threelegged races and the men in hats races.

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MEET

Laurie Sullivan

L

aurie Sullivan’s artistic endeavors have been pursued since an early age, and horses have always been the favorite subject for her artwork. She has ridden since childhood and as a junior, competed in the hunter divisions in horse shows.

As an adult, she competed in dressage shows and endurance races, but now prefer the comfort of a quiet trail ride. Her love of the equine provides an intimate knowledge of the anatomy and of their beautiful spirit.

Laurie has a BFA in painting with a drawing minor from East Carolina University. She was an art director in advertising for many years in the fashion industry, and then she became a licensed art teacher, certified for K-12 in North Carolina.

She has taught art in many venues, from schools to camps and enrichment programs.

She has also been an exhibitor in various galleries and has been the poster artist for both the SULLIVAN CONTINUED ON PAGE 29

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Camden Colonial Cup steeplechase and the Blowing Rock horse show.

She has had artwork exhibited in the American Academy of Equine Art exhibitions in Lexington, Ky. at the International Museum of the Horse at the Kentucky Horse Park, as well as having several Chronicle of the Horse magazine covers to her credit.

Laurie continues to create equine artwork and she is comfortable in all drawing and painting mediums, from oils and acrylics to watercolors, graphite and pastels in addition to mixed media, collage and printmaking.

2017 original commissioned artwork by local artist, Laurie Sullivan. Proceeds from sale will benefit Tryon Riding & Hunt Club Community Fund.  For more information please contact office@TRHC1925.org or call 828-863-0480.

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Merchandise

T-shirts and other merchandise will be sold at the Tryon Tack tent in Vendor Row near the concert stage.

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GLOSSARY

Knowing these terms will help you understand and follow the races ALLOWANCE A race restricted to horses with certain records. Example: A “non winners of two” allowance is open only to horses with one victory or less.

APPRENTICE A relatively inexperienced jockey. The National Steeplechase Association gives apprentice jockeys the following weight allowances (deductions): Non winners of one race, 10 pounds; of 15 races, five pounds. Jockeys must be at least 16 years old.

CLAIMING Certain races are designated as claiming races, where a horse may be purchased, or claimed. The claim is made and money put up before the race is run, and the purchase must go through, no matter where the horse finishes. Only NSA licensees may claim horses.

FURLONG The standard measure in U.S. racing.

One furlong equals one eighth of a mile.

HANDICAP A race in which the horses are assigned different amounts of weight to carry, according to their respective abilities and past performances. In theory, the purpose is to have all horses reach the finish line at the same time.

MAIDEN A horse that has never won a race.

NATIONAL FENCE A synthetic steeplechase fence used at most stops in the U.S. Consists of a steel frame stuffed with plastic “brush” at a height of 52 inches. A foam rubber roll, covered with green canvas, is placed on the takeoff side.

NOVICE A horse in the early stages of its steeplechase career. Novice races are held at many meets, to give horses experience over hurdles before they compete with more seasoned jumpers.

NATIONAL STEEPLECHASE ASSOCIATION The NSA, founded in 1895, is the governing body for steeplechase racing in the United States. Based in Fair Hill, Md., the NSA sanctions, takes entries, approves officials, and inspects courses.

The NSA licenses all participants and keeps official statistics.

PADDOCK Area where horses are saddled before a race.

PURSE Total money distributed in a race. Winner collects 60 percent of total purse, with shares paid to sixth place.

STEWARDS Presiding judges or officials at a race meet. They have final decision on all matters pertaining to a race. They may levy fines on owners, trainers, or jockeys who violate the rules of racing.

Typical rulings include disqualification of horses who interfere with others in a race. Each race meet has three stewards.

TIMBER FENCE Natural, wooden fence constructed of boards, logs or posts and rails. Timber races are held as part of many race meets.

WINGS The panels on either side of a steeplechase fence designed to guide a horse to a fence.

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and the they’re off!

Just around the corner and down the backstretch, St. Luke’s Hospital is here to meet your health and medical needs. Whether you live in this beautiful “horse country” or you’re just here for the Steeplechase races, St. Luke’s Hospital provides 24/7 emergency care and a wide array of primary and preventative care right here in the Carolina Foothills.

Since 1929, St. Luke’s Hospital has been here, caring for our friends and neighbors in the Carolina Foothills.

As a community hospital, St. Luke’s access to lifesaving emergency care, outstanding surgical care, and attentive, compassionate acute medical care.

St. Luke’s Hospital is proud to offer the latest in digital imaging, outcomes-based rehabilitation, respectful geriatric-psychiatric care, state-of-the-art orthopedic care and alternative treatments for chronic pain through St. Luke’s Pain Center.

St. Luke’s Hospital remains committed to providing quality care... a safe, comfortable and caring atmosphere... medical services right here in our community.

Flowers and balloons are nice, but at St. Luke’s Hospital, we deliver far more exceptional care, close to home.

101 Hospital Drive Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-3311 SaintLukesHospital.com