Devon, PA – February 14, 2012 –The Brandywine Valley Summer Series is pleased to welcome Taylor Harris Insurance Services (THIS) as their presenting sponsor for the second year in a row. The Brandywine Valley Summer Series will be the highlight of the summer with exciting classes in the hunter, jumper, and equitation divisions. Scheduled for June 28-July 2, 2012 and July 4-July 8, 2012, the country’s top horse and rider combinations will gather to compete for the winning honors. Additional highlights in 2012 will include the $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby on Sunday, July 1, 2012, and week two’s designation as a WCHR Member Event.
“I love the Brandywine Valley Summer Series,” expressed THIS Founder Michael Taylor. “I thought last year’s show was fantastic. It was very well run, there was a great family atmosphere and Devon is a fabulous place to show a horse. We love all the people that organize Brandywine, it is a truly wonderful event.”
Taylor added, “Brandywine is a great opportunity for Taylor Harris Insurance Services to share the word about all of its services at a different location with different people, so we could not more excited about returning in 2012.”
THIS was founded in 1987 to provide specialized insurance for all types of equine risks. The company is always giving back to the equestrian community and sponsors numerous equestrian events throughout the year, including the THIS National Children’s Medal. Michael Taylor has over 35 years of experience in the insurance industry, and helped found THIS for the equestrian industry to cover everything from full mortality to Fire, Lightning and Risks in Transit Insurance.
“We are so happy that Michael Taylor and Taylor Harris Insurance Services have returned as the presenting sponsor for the Brandywine Valley Summer Series,” noted Sponsor Relations Manager Jennifer Burger. “The company's five star reputation and dedication to customer service are qualities we hope our show continues to emulate, and we are looking forward to another very successful year.”
Exhibitors, sponsors, vendors and guests can find out more information about the Brandywine Valley Summer Series by visiting http://brandywinevalleysummerseries.com. The event is led by top rider Louise Serio, while Mike Rheinheimer will run the horse show management.
Photo Credit: Michael Taylor of Taylor Harris Insurance Services. Photo By: Phelps Media Group. Photograph may be used only in relation to this PMG press release.
BRANDYWINE VALLEY SUMMER SERIES FAST FACTS:
WHAT: An exciting ‘AA’ hunter/jumper/equitation horse show presented by THIS benefitting the Chester County Food Bank and Abby Miller Foundation. In 2011, the Pennsylvania Horse Show Association named the event “Horse Show of the Year”.
WHEN: Week I: June 28 -July 2, 2012 and Week II: July 4-8, 2012, with a local day of competition on Monday, July 9, 2012.
WHERE: The prestigious Devon Show Grounds in Devon, PA.
FEATURES
• $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby
• National Hunter Derby
• $5,000 High Jr/AO Jumper Classic
• $3,500 Low Jr/AO Jumper Classic
• Small Hunter Division
• Hunter and Jumper Grooms Classes
• Leadline Classes
• WCHR Member Event: Week II, July 4-8, 2012
BENEFICIARIES:
The mission of our show is to provide 'AA' quality competition that highlights the participation of our local community. The opportunity to include Abby Miller Foundation and the Chester County Food Bank as beneficiaries ties directly to that goal.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Louise Serio – Chair of the Horse Show Committee - (610) 636-0678
Jennifer Burger – Sponsors Relations – 716-830-8544
Gillian Grant – Sponsors/Beneficiaries– (302) 427-9622
Blair Balmer – Vendors - blair.balmer@gmail.com
Rebecca Walton – Marketing & Press – (561) 753-3389
Mike Rheinheimer – Horse Show Manager - mwrheinheimer@msn.com
Website: http://brandywinevalleysummerseries.com
DIRECTIONS:
From Philadelphia International Airport:
Follow signs to I-95 South and follow I-95 South approximately 5 miles. Merge onto I-476 North via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.
From the Northeast:
Follow I-95 South. Look for I-476 approximately 5 miles South of the Philadelphia International Airport. Merge onto I-476 North via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.
From the South:
Follow I-95 North toward Philadelphia. Once you’ve crossed into Delaware, keep right and take I-495 North via exit 5D toward Port of Wilmington / Philadelphia. Follow for I-495 North and remerge onto I-95 North (Crossing into Pennsylvania). Follow I-95 North to I-476 North. Take I-476 N via exit 7 toward Plymouth Meeting. Follow I-476 North for approximately 13 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.
From the East:
Follow the Schuylkill Expressway / I-76 West to I-476 South. Merge onto I-476 South via exit 331A on the left toward Chester. Follow I-476 South for approximately 2 miles to exit 13, US-30. Turn left onto US-30 West. Follow US-30 West for approximately 3 miles and the Devon Horse Show will be on your left.
From the West:
Follow the Pennsylvania Turnpike / I-76 E toward Philadelphia. Take exit 326 toward Valley Forge. Stay in right lane after the tolls. Merge onto US-202 South via exit 328A toward West Chester. Follow US-202 South for approximately 2 miles. Take the PA-252 North exit toward Devon. Make a left onto Valley Forge Road / PA-252. Continue to follow Valley Forge Road for approximately .5 miles and make a slight right turn onto Devon State Road. Follow Devon State road for approximately 1 mile until you reach a dead end. Make a left onto Old Lancaster Road and then an immediate right onto Waterloo Road. Turn left on to Lancaster Avenue / US-30 East and the Devon Horse Show will be on your right within .2 miles.
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For more information about the Brandywine Summer Series please visit http://brandywinevalleysummerseries.com or call Louise Serio at 610-636-0678.
