Parker, CO, June 22 —The Colorado Horse Park jumps to honor dedicated servicemen and women on Saturday, July 23 with its first ever Military Appreciation Day. The management of the international equestrian complex will be paying their respects to veterans, current military and their families with a day of festivities.
“We wanted to support and recognize military families. They deserve our gratitude and thanks for their service. We are very happy to do our part by offering them the chance to relax and enjoy a pleasant afternoon with their families,” said Helen Krieble, The Colorado Horse Park’s founder and president.
Military Appreciation Day will be introduced to honor veterans of all branches and their families, including those who are disabled because of their dedication to our country.
The festivities of Military Appreciation Day begin at 2:30 p.m. Families can enjoy pony rides, a jumping competition, bouncy houses, and of course snacks, sodas, and water– all compliments of The Colorado Horse Park. Congressman Mike Coffman, a Major in the Marines, Retired, will give a short speech.
The $50,000 Parker Adventist Hospital Grand Prix competition caps the afternoon starting at 4:30. Show jumping is an Olympic and World Cup equestrian sport. Horses jump obstacles up to five feet tall, demonstrating power and carefulness. Those horses and riders who leave all the fences up, then compete in a second round against the clock over a shortened course. A horse can win by a fraction of a second. It is exciting, engrossing and just plain fun. Show jumping is a popular spectator sport, and some of the continent’s best horses and riders will be at The Colorado Horse Park to compete for nearly $1,000,000 in prize money.
“A pleasant afternoon is a small thing to give back to people who have risked their lives to protect our families, but we are honored to have them as our guests,” Krieble continued.
Calendar Information
Military Appreciation Day–Saturday, July 23, 2011
Activities and entertainment kick off at 2:30 p.m.
The $50,000 Parker Adventist Hospital Grand Prix–4:30 p.m.
The event is free and open to the public at The Colorado Horse Park, 7522 S. Pinery Drive.
RSVP at 303-841-5550 ext. 110
Learn more about The Colorado Horse Park at www.coloradohorsepark.com
About The Colorado Horse Park
The Colorado Horse Park, an international equestrian complex, is the largest horse park west of the Mississippi with 11 arenas, 300 permanent stalls and enough portable stalls for 1,000 competing horses. With a mission to support and promote amateur athletics, The Colorado Horse Park has established opportunities for young equestrians to develop their Olympic dreams by hosting qualifying events and competitions. An active community partner, The Colorado Horse Park hosts clinics and educational events annually for all ages, often attracting Olympians as clinicians. Most of the events and clinics are open to the public and are free to spectators. Family programs such as Halloween With Horses, and the new Dog And Pony Show coming next year, are part of The Colorado Horse Park outreach mission. Competitors in all disciplines are encouraged to use and enjoy The Colorado Horse Park, and spectators are always welcome.
The Colorado Horse Park, an international equestrian complex, is the largest horse park west of the Mississippi with 11 arenas, 300 permanent stalls and enough portable stalls for 1,000 competing horses. With a mission to support and promote amateur athletics, The Colorado Horse Park has established opportunities for young equestrians to develop their Olympic dreams by hosting qualifying events and competitions. An active community partner, The Colorado Horse Park hosts clinics and educational events annually for all ages, often attracting Olympians as clinicians. Most of the events and clinics are open to the public and are free to spectators. Family programs such as Halloween With Horses, and the new Dog And Pony Show coming next year, are part of The Colorado Horse Park outreach mission. Competitors in all disciplines are encouraged to use and enjoy The Colorado Horse Park, and spectators are always welcome.
