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2023 was another busy year for Twin Oaks and our horses.

Highlights as far as horse shows for 2023:

Recognized horse trials at Southern Pines, Morven Park, Loudoun Hunt PC, Fair Hill, Middleburg, Seneca Valley, the Maryland Horse Trials, CDCTA, Old Tavern, Area II Championships, American Eventing Championships, Waredaca Classic 3 Day, and Virginia Horse Trials.
Miriam and Kinsale had a great season going Beginner Novice together, including first place at Fair Hill. They also competed in Area II Championships.
Jaden and Branching Out stepped up to Training Level, including 5^th at Waredaca.
Kelley and Mojave Moon were very solid and BN and Novice this year, including winning at Morven Park’s spring horse trials and competing in the AECs. They had a great time at the KY Horse Park!
Mr. McGoey and Mackenzie continued at Modified this year, with some confident runs at multiple venues. This horse is very talented and we feel lucky to have him around!
Nikki with Calypso Kid and Caroline with For Goodness Sake completed the Waredaca Classic 3 Day Event in the fall. This was a great experience for them learning the classic format of eventing, including steeplechase, roads and tracks, the vet box, jogs, and more! We will for sure be back for this one! Nikki placed 7^th in Beginner Novice.
Nora and her new horse Tiny Tina are learning the ropes at intro and are looking forward to starting out strong in 2024. This experienced mare competed with Mackenzie, including a win at the Maryland Horse Trials at Novice.
Addy and KD Mac, Lily with Playing with Fire, and also Caroline with Playing with Fire have completed several starter trials and are learning the ropes of Eventing! Avery also has a new mount, Roccamo, and they are coming along nicely!
Claudia with Redemption, Heather with Blue, and Alison with Tarquin enjoy competing at our wonderful local dressage venues.
Our adult eq riders rode in the National Capitol Adult Equitation league, placing in competitive classes! The team was 4^th overall for the season.

This year, we were able to add mirrors to the indoor arena, convert all lighting in the barn and arenas to LED, and upgrade stall doors and the farm trailer. We are looking forward to more exciting shows, lessons, clinics, and more in 2024!!