Thorncroft Equestrian Center

05/29/2026

We're thrilled to announce that Thorncroft Equestrian Center has received a $27,900 grant from the Foxwynd Foundation to welcome two new adaptive riding lesson horses, Bentley and Flash, to our herd.

This generous gift will fund the purchase and first-year care of these two specially trained horses, helping us reduce waitlists and expand access to our Adaptive/Therapeutic Horsemanship programs.

Thank you to the Foxwynd Foundation for the extraordinary work you do and the lasting impact you make each day.

Read the full press release in attached.

Pictured: Photo from a site visit featuring Thorncroft's Adult Horsemanship Program participants with Thorncroft Lead Volunteer, Janice Conner, Instructor Missy Zepka, CTRI, Executive Director Tiffany Meyer, Volunteer Manager, Angela Niven, and Foxwynd Foundation Executive Director, Pamela Villagra.

Pictured: Snowy's Flash, aka, "Flash." Born 2006. 14.3h Dun Fjord Gelding. Photo by Ryan Samson.

Pictured: Bentayga, aka, “Bentley." Born 2010. Thoroughbred Chestnut Gelding. Photo by Ryan Samson.

05/28/2026

Join us in Rounding Up at the Register for Thorncroft at Kimberton Whole Foods!

Beginning June 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026, round up your purchase to the nearest dollar at Kimberton Whole Foods in Malvern and have the difference donated back to Thorncroft!

From delectable baked goods to locally made, one-of-a-kind gifts, stop by June 1-June 30 to treat yourself (and the Farm!).

Committed to regional sustainable agriculture, Kimberton Whole Foods Rounding Up at the Register Program supports local community organizations across the area.

Learn more at https://www.kimbertonwholefoods.com/rounding-up-at-the-register/

Thank you, Kimberton Whole Foods for your support of Thorncroft!

05/23/2026

Congratulations to all competitors, coaches, volunteers, and supporters, for a wonderful Therapeutic Riders Division Horse, presented by Brushwood Stable & Jane C. MacElree!

We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Trophy Winners

The Therapeutic Horse of the Year
Champion: Cinco of Sebastian Riding Associates
Reserve: Rex of Thorncroft Equestrian Center

The Brushwood Challenge Trophy
Champion: Dell Jessee of CATRA
Reserve: Lindsey Garrick of CATRA

The E.W. Garbisch Trophy
Champion: Jessica Krupit of Thorncroft
Reserve: Lindsey Garrick of CATRA

The Anne Joyce Cochrane Trophy
Champion: Shanny Shutt of CATRA
Reserve: Maya Daley, Lindsey Long, Stelle Shmitt of CATRA and Emily Estilow of Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy

The Hilltop Farm, Inc. Trophy
Champion: Cathy Gaster of CATRA
Reserve: Lindsey Long of CATRA

The Circle of Friends Trophy
Champion: Michael Serocki of Thorncroft
Regine Theodore-Wise of Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding Program

The Thorncroft Perpetual Trophy
Champion: Shanny Shutt of CATRA
Reserve: Trystynn Sickmore of Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding Program

The Stephanie Bennett Trophy
Champion: Trish Barbsy
Reserve: Irene Gowin of Take Center, LLC

The Ann Dixon Artistic Award
Champion: Nashaia Williams of CATRA
Reserve: Megan McLanahan of CATRA

Heritage Lead Line Champion
Champion: Aurora Clark of Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy
Reserve: Anna Garrick of CATRA

Please join us tomorrow in the Dixon Oval at Devon for the Trophy Presentations and Grand Champion class.

05/23/2026

It may be drizzling but we are full steam ahead at T.R.D.!

If attending, please park wherever you can maneuver out. The ground is quite mucky and parking on the front drive is permissible.

Don’t miss our fabulous Food Tent and coffee and delicious drinks from Ryze + Grind Coffee Co.!

Trail and Equitation classes will be in the Main Arena and all dressage will take place in our North Arena.

Thank you to all for your flexible, kindness, and pivoting!

We are so excited to make this day a wonderful event for all involved!

05/22/2026

Please join us in giving a special thank you to the volunteers of the 2026 Therapeutic Riders Division of the Devon Horse Show!

In addition to those named below, our team of volunteers is essential to our operations, both on the day of the show and the other 364 days of the year.

A special thank you to our Farm Crew volunteers, Richard, Mike, Dick, and Mickey, for preparing our campus for this weekend, and to Volunteer Manager Angela Niven for stewarding the training, scheduling, and education of our volunteer team!

A very kind thank you to volunteer Cara Tokar, for putting in hundreds of hours helping prepare our T.R.D. Event Program.

2026 T.R.D. volunteers listed as of May 15, 2026. Not listed: The over 150 annual volunteers contributing to Thorncroft's mission and vision, and the multiple day-of-service groups who volunteered their time, energy, and enthusiasm to the Farm!

05/21/2026

Therapeutic Riders Division Show Gratitude Post!

Since 1988, Maire Guggenheim has been T.R.D.'s fearless champion. With quiet dedication, she organizes the show from top-to-bottom, tirelessly ensuring that competing riders, coaches, and volunteers have the day they have spent months preparing for.

From organizing entries, to scheduling times, to confirming judges, volunteers, and all the many pieces in between, this show would not be possible without her dedication, kindness, (laughter!), and advocacy.

We are forever grateful for her continued commitment to T.R.D. and to the literal thousands of riders she has made this day possible for.

Thank you, Maire!

05/20/2026

We are so excited to welcome friends to the Therapeutic Riders Division of the Devon Horse Show on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24!

Looking forward to seeing friends from CATRA, Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding Program, Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy, Retreat Riders, Sebastian Riding Associates, Take Center, LLC Special Olympics of Chester County, and to welcome individual riders competing!

Info for Visitors: Saturday's competition begins at 8:00 a.m. at Thorncroft and is free to attend. Sunday's Trophy Award Presentations and Grand Champion class begins at 12:00 p.m.* and is included with general admission to Devon. *Time subject to change.

A special thank you to this year's T.R.D. Sponsors!

Grand Champion
Brushwood Stable
The Jane C. MacElree Family Foundation

Trophy Sponsors
Andi Bates, Chrisanne Mortensen, and Perri's Leather
Ron Blair and Nancy Baulis
Brushwood Stable
The Jane C. MacElree Family Foundation
Tiffany Meyer and Stan Bowers
The Parnell Family
Stephanie Bennett
Rover Law Group, PC
The T.R.D. Committee
Videon Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

Rider Sponsors
Judy and Tony Zeloyle

05/18/2026

Happy T.R.D. Week!

We wish to thank the sponsors of the 47th Annual Therapeutic Riders Division of the Devon Horse Show.

This event is made possible only through the support of our sponsors, whose generosity helps us keep entry fees low for riders and maintain a premier competition environment.

Grand Champion Sponsors-The Hope Montgomery Scott Perpetual Memorial Trophy
Brushwood Stable
The Jane C. MacElree Family Foundation

Trophy Sponsors
Dr. Stephanie Bennett - - The Stephanie Bennett Perpetual Trophy

Nancy Baulis and Ron Blair-Horse of the Year Championship Cooler

Andi Bates, Chrisanne Mortensen, and Perri's Leather- - T.R.D. Championship Halter

Brushwood Stable - - The Brushwood Challenge Trophy

The Jane C. MacElree Family Foundation - - The Hilltop Farm, Inc. Trophy

Tiffany Meyer and Stan Bowers- - The Thorncroft Perpetual Trophy

The Parnell Family - - The Circle of Friends Trophy

The T.R.D. Committee- - The Ann Dixon Artistic Award, The E.W. Garbisch Trophy

Videon Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM- - The Anne Joyce Cochrane Trophy

Rider Sponsors
Judy and Tony Zeloyle

05/15/2026

2026 T.R.D. Volunteer and Vendor Spotlight!

Thank you to volunteer Caroline Moran for leading and bringing to life the T.R.D. Food Tent! Feeding 300+ friends is no small feat, and we greatly appreciate all your and the Food Tent volunteers' time and commitment.

We are thrilled to welcome Chef Stephen and his crew from the Chester County Food Bank as the culinary team behind our T.R.D. Food Tent.

Through their network of food cupboards, hot meal sites, shelters, and other social service organizations, Chester County Food Bank distributes more than 6.1 million pounds to our neighbors with limited or uncertain access to adequate food. They have cultivated a community-centered and holistic approach to not only address emergency needs but also the root causes of chronic food insecurity for households facing unique challenges in Chester County.

A thank you as well to Ryze + Grind Coffee Co. for supplying coffee and beverages to jumpstart the morning!

Ryze + Grind Coffee Co.'s mission is to energize and delight by serving handcrafted espresso drinks and fresh-squeezed lemonades that brighten any day. Whether it’s a community event, private celebration, or your daily grind, they believe the little things can set the tone for everything else.

05/13/2026

Attending next Saturday's Therapeutic Riders Division of the Devon Horse Show competition at Thorncroft?

Read our T.R.D. Know Before You Go!

Find details on what to expect, where to go, and other information to make your weekend at T.R.D. a great one!

Email from Thorncroft Equestrian Center T.R.D. 2026 Dear Friends, We are thrilled to welcome riders, friends, and family members to the 47th Annual Therapeutic Riders Division of the Devon Horse Show

05/07/2026

Our commitment to our horses' health and well-being is central to our mission, and extends beyond their time at the Farm. Our horses honor us by giving their time and education to our ridership, and, in turn, we feel strongly that we must reciprocate.

It is through this tenet of mutual love and respect that we commit to finding the best next step for horses who are ready for retirement or a transition better suited to their needs.

We are thrilled to welcome Smokey, Andy, and Blackberry to their forever retirement home: a private farm in Virginia with stunning amenities and dedicated care.

An enormous thank you to a friend of the Farm for stewarding this wonderful home for these three incredibly deserving friends.

Our deepest gratitude to Andy, Blackberry, and Smokey for gifting their riders, volunteers, staff, and community with their legendary talents and love.

As an EQUUS Foundation Mentor, a designation awarded annually to EQUUS Foundation Guardian charities that have met the Foundation’s highest standards for business and equine welfare practices, we are honored to uphold this designation through our steadfast commitment to our herd.