Current News

Annual Musical "Chrislar Cavalcade of Stars" - March 26, 2010

The Annual Musical "Chrislar Cavalcade of Stars" event is coming up!!! The Musical rides will take place on Friday, March 26, 2010, 6:20-8:30PM. Admission $2.00 per person, Refreshments available. This year's the "theme" will flash back to the 1980's...."big hair," fingerless gloves and leg warmers will be coming back!!!! Creative costumes, 80's music and wonderful choreographed performances on horseback!!!! A fun night out for family and friends!!! Don't miss it!!!

A Chrislar Outing at Maudsley

The Chrislar Gang enjoyed the nice weather on Sunday, Feb 21, 2010 for a trail ride at Maudsley State Park. It was great to have everyone get together and enjoy a fun day "outside"!!! The horses all enjoyed it too!!!

Sad news - Trey our Afghan Hound

We are all very sad to have lost our newsest addition to our Afghan Family so soon. "Trey" (A 6 yr old, lovable, female) arrived at Chrislar Farm on January 17, 2010. Soon after her arrival she began having mild seizures with a severe drop in glucose levels. After many trips to our vet, she was admitted to the the Mass Veterinary Referal Hospital in Woburn, MA where she was dianosed with a rare condition called "Insulinoma" (pancreatic cancer). This condition is rare and difficult to diagnose and with no cure. "Trey" was buried on "Afghan Hill" with the other Chrislar Rescue Affies. We miss her already!

A Home for Max

Chris & Larry started the year by becoming foster parents to Max, an 11 year old Affie whose owner had passed away. Max had lived his entire life with his one owner. They were devoted to each other. Thanks to the efforts of Afghan Hound Rescue of New England Max has found a home with his "pet parents" Jim & Barbara and other senior Afghans where he will be doted on and coddled.

Many thanks to Chris & Larry's groomer Bonnie Ross who worked her magic to make Max feel better and look like a real Affie. Before photo on left and after photo on right!

USEF Horse of the Year Awards

USEF Horse Of The Year Awards (HOTY) are announced annually for those taking "top honors" Regionally and Nationwide! Chrislar's Norma Gibney, riding her "Treble's Johnny B Goode" (left photo above) take home Regional Championships in Road Hack and Amateur Morgan Hunter Pleasure. Nationwide Norma & "Johnny" take home 4th place in a highly competitive division.

In her first season competing at the USEF "A" level competitions, Lauren Maggioli aboard "Hasty's Honor" (right photo above) brought home top honors in the Jr. Exhibitor Hunter Pleasure Divisions.

We will give you a report on the prestigious NEMHA Awards ... Banquet coming up!!!

Rowley Riding & Driving Club Annual Awards Banquet

Great group of competitors and Family!!

The Chrislar Gang overtook the Grand Ballroom at Angelicas for the Rowley Riding & Driving Club's Annual Awards Banquet!! Chrislar was the recipient of awards in every division and were pleasantly surprised with ELLEN ATKINSON winning the RRDC Scholarship Award in Memory of Pat Tataronis-Orcutt. Ellen has competed under the Chrislar Banner and at every RRDC Horse Show since she was in the Walk-Trot Division!!!! The evening was lots of FUN (as usual) with a fabulous DJ who really got us all going...what a nice evening for everyone!!

(left to right) Ellen Atkinson receiving Scholarship Award. Abby Parker, Res. Champion, WT Equitation & Pleasure. Lindsey Field, Res. Champion Fitting & Showmanship Adult; Open English In Hand; Hunter Pleasure Adult; Hunt Seat Equitation Adult.

(left to right) Lizzie Ruffner Champion Walk Trot Hunt Seat Equitation. Erin Martin Res. Champion Open English In Hand. Amanda Bagley, Champion, Saddleseat Equitation Equitation & Pleasure.

(left to right) Deb Nichol, Res. Champion Hunter Pleasure Adult. Melissa Berry and her Mom Rachel (the 2010 Calendar Girl) took home top honors in Novice Jr. Exhibitor Pleasure & Saddleseat Equitation English Pleasure Adult.

Chrislar Staff (left to right): Pat Ingersoll, Ann Walker, Jackie Medico, Jill Moore, Vicky McKillip and Cathy Caruccio.

HOLIDAY NEWS

The Holidays brought us all together at home and at the Farm!!! "Walker" thoroughly enjoyed Christmas Eve with all his Christmas Gifts and helping Chris & Larry with feeding in the barn. The day after Christmas brought another "special occassion" .... the bridal shower for Sarah O'Connell who will be tying the knot in May 2010. Sarah grew up at Chrislar, showed under the Chrislar Banner and was also employed here and then relocated to NC. Her bridal shower brought "special people" who also grew up at Chrislar and are now professionals living in different states....how much fun was this to have a reunion?!!! L-R: Ann Walker, Instructor/Trainer; Rosse VanderSande who grew up and showed with Chrislar, now living/working in Texas and involved with QH reining horses!!! Chris (proud to be with everyone); Sarah O'Connell, NC and her Mom Jeannie, MA; Samantha Castro who grew up and showed at Chrislar and now living/working in Atlanta, GA...still involved with Morgans!!! Chris threatens to pull out some of the "old photos" of these young ladies when they were about 10 yrs old!!!! We're proud of them all!!!!

UPHA-14 Winter Tournament/Academy Horse Show

Chrislar hosted the UPHA-14 Winter Tournament/Academy Horse Show on Sunday, December 6, 2009. Sarah Lettre, show secretary for the Tournament Series says: "Chrislar is always the largest tournament as they are located just off I-95, and offer lots of parking, a heated indoor riding arena and the BEST FOOD around."

There were 87 entries and many trainers/instructors from as far away as Maine who brought students to the event to compete against each other. It's a fun way to meet others and get a "feel" for competition.

Chrislar's Kevin Solimine donated his announcing services for the day; Ellen Atkinson officiated as Ring Mistress; Melissa Berry and Shamus Hogan presented the awards and acted as ribbon-runners for the day. Jan Jenkins with the assistance of ... well ... everyone...put on a spread of many hot dishes, soups, desserts, soft drinks, coffee, hot chocolate, and more. Chuck Jenkins and Richard Bourgault assisted Larry with greeting visitors and parking over 100 cars as well as trucks/trailers and a semi!! Sue Douglass, Franklin, NH donated her judging services for the day (Sue is a familiar face at the horse shows with her travelling tack shop "Trainer's Loft) www.trainersloft.com Ted Douglass was the official photographer...proofs and photos can be ordered at www.aclassicexpression.com A good time was had by all!!!

CHRISLAR’S "Affies" starred on Animal Planet - View it online

Chrislar's Afghan Hounds CURRENTLY APPEARING on Animal Planet's TV Show "Dogs 101"!!! Each hour long TV segment of this series previews five different breeds ... watch for the segment with the AFGHAN HOUND!!! The shows will rotate throughout the year with re-runs later in the season as well.

Click here to view the show online

Chris & Pat with "Blue" "Tasha" and Cameraman, Mike.

"Tasha" having the Doggie Cam installed

Teresa Rosa at American Royal Horse Show in Kansas City, Mo

Our own Teresa Rosa is in her senior year at William Woods University in Fulton, MO. She recently rode at the American Royal Horse Show in Kansas City, Mo aboard a Saddlebred "Cheetah" owned by the School. Congratulations, Teresa.... We look forward to you coming "home" for the Holidays!!!

Welcome "Brodie"

Welcome to "Brodie" the new Sheltie puppy who just became part of the Jenkins Family (Chuck, Katelyn holding "Brodie" and Janis). Although we all miss "Chloe" we are very excited about the new "pooch"!

Celebration at The F.A.R.M. - Dr. S. Robert Orcutt and Pat Tataronis

Recent "Celebration" at The F.A.R.M: Chrislar participated in a wonderful Open House and Celebration of the lives of Dr. S. Robert Orcutt and Pat Tataronis by participating in the day's activities and musical presentations. The F.A.R.M is located at the site of the Tewksbury State Hospital Grounds and Strongwater Reservation. What a great day!!! Sunshine, old friends and new, "stories," great horses, and an opportunity to tour this great facility. The facility has fabulous trails and is a good location for holding competitive trail rides, horse shows, or lessons. The Event was put together by many under the direction of MJ Marcucci.

Student Activities: Fall Trail Ride at Maudsley

Student Activities: Instructor, Cathy Caruccio organized a Fall Trail Ride at Maudsley State Park on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009. They couldn't have had better Fall weather and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the fall foliage, bright sunshine and blue skies!!! More student activities are being planned!!!!

HAUNTED HALLOWEEN SHOW

The Annual HAUNTED HALLOWEEN SHOW was again a bit hit!!! Held on Friday evening, 10/23/09 everyone sported Costumes and enjoyed many games too!!! Jackie, Cathy and the staff put together a fun evening with great decorations and lots of FUN!!!

New York Regional Morgan Horse Show in Syracuse

The Chrislar Team enjoyed quite a nice show at the New York Regional Morgan Horse Show in Syracuse. "UVM Opportunity" (left) made his saddle debut in the three year old hunter pleasure division taking home "the blue"!!! "Iron Forge Varsity Blues" with Brianna Conary aboard (lower right) was Res. Champion in the Jr. Ex. Hunter Pleasure Division. "Trebles Johnny B Goode" and owner/rider Norma Gibney (lower left) wore THE ROSES and Championship ribbon in her victory pass in the Open Road Hack Division. Next stop.....OKLAHOMA!!!

Ringside at Fidelity Jumper Classic

The Chrislar Group was ringside at the Fidelity Jumper Classic Champagne Luncheon Sunday, Sept 6, 2009. What a great day, great fun and great friends!!!!

Chrislarwear!!!!

Horses for Sale

Many horses arriving for sale all the time!!! We have wonderful "entry level" horses that the whole family can enjoy at home or in the show ring and some terrific "prospects" for the show ring as well!! Give us a call to schedule a convenient time to come for a visit to try them out with our experienced staff!!!

Congratulations on Your New Horses! 

CONGRATULATIONS to MaryPat Hutchings, NY who purchased "NJR Forever After" (Suite After x Charlestown Hello Dolly). This pretty and talented mare will will continue under the direction of Michaele Gantz, NY.

CONGRATULATIONS to Theron Simons, CT on his purchase of "Birch Valley Carlington." "Carl" will be part of their family, lesson program and therapeutic program.

CONGRATULATIONS to Pat Ingersoll, ME on her purchase of "Double Jeapody" a gorgeous Spotted Draft gelding. Pat will enjoy riding "DJ" at her new facility!!

CONGRATULATIONS TO the Lewin Family, Orange, CT on their purchase of "Iron Forge Varsity Blues" for their daughter. "Buster" will continue his training and showing under the direction of Lance & Martha Wetmore, Bethany, CT. Watch for him in the Jr. Ex. Hunter Pleasure Division at a show near you!!!

CONGRATULATIONS TO Selaina Rovers, Nova Scotia, Canada who is receiving a "fabulous" Christmas Gift from Tina Porter and Dad, Chris Rovers. "GFF Special Illusions" (aka: "Gracie") was purchased as Selaina's first horse...how special is Selaina?!!!

CONGRATULATIONS to Kaitlin Johnson (and Mom Kelly), Central Square, NY on being the new owner of "Ancan Charmed" an adorable four year old Morgan mare. "Charmed" and Kaitlin will continue their lessons and training in NY with Joan Waldron.

CONGRATULATIONS to Kathi Cummings, Whittinsville, MA on her purchase of "Emotional Girl" (by Beam's Nighthawk). This is Kathi's first horse and it's a MORGAN of course!!! She will continue her training with Erica at Reevedale Farm in Middleborough, MA.

CONGRATULATIONS to Mary Collis, Newburyport, MA on her purchase of TWH "Showboat Thrill." Mary and Showboat will continue their training and trail riding right here at Chrislar!!