Reflections on CHIO Aachen and Onward to the Pan Am Games!

Chris & Rob Desino with Liz Halliday-Sharp.

This past weekend in Aachen exemplifies the reason why the team at Ocala Horse Properties is involved in the sport of eventing.  Not every weekend will end as one hopes – proven this past weekend by a thrown shoe and unfortunate slip late during their brilliant XC round.  But by reflecting upon the determination, sportsmanship…

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Greetings From the Nations Cup CHIO Aachen!

The team at Ocala Horse Properties is on the road to cheer on the US Equestrian Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Aachen CCIO4*-S during CHIO Aachen, being held July 19-20 in Aachen, Germany.  It is truly an honor to watch Liz Halliday-Sharp and Deniro Z, owned by Ocala Horse…

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Golden Retrievers Get First Peek at WEC!

A “soft opening” has been scheduled at the World Equestrian Center, and it will be for another species of 4 legged animals – the 2020 Golden Retriever Club of America National Specialty event will be held from October 19th-22nd, 2020.  We can think of no better way to unveil the new WEC to our community…

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Liz Halliday-Sharp Named to Two US Eventing Teams!

Liz & Cooley Quicksilver, Photo Courtesy Liz Halliday-Sharp

Liz Halliday-Sharp is going to have a very busy summer, and the team at Ocala Horse Properties can’t wait to follow her on these competitive adventures!  Liz has worked exceptionally hard to produce her current string of horses, and due to her talent and steadfast dedication to her horses –  We are incredibly proud to…

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Ocala Horse Racing Shines in the Headlines!

Trainer Mark Casse with War of Will and Jockey Tyler Gaffalione after Preakness Win. PC: Eric Kalet for Paulick Report

Mark Casse has been in the horse racing business for a long time, and his determined efforts, and exceptional resume, finally paid off in a remarkable win with War of Will in the 2019 Preakness. Casse, who has lived in Ocala for most of his life, is hitting his stride this race season with several…

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The 2019 Ocala Style Women’s Expo is Saturday May 18th!

Right on the heels of an amazing Mother’s Day weekend, Ocala Horse Properties wants to share some more exciting news for Marion County women.   The 2019 Ocala Style Women’s Expo is being held on May 18th from 11-4pm, at the Klein Center at the College of Central Florida.  This is a one day event for…

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Make Mother’s Day Weekend Special!

Sunday May 12th is officially Mother’s Day, but at Ocala Horse Properties, we think Mom should be celebrated all weekend long.  With that in mind, here’s our recommendations for unique regional events to make this weekend a memorable one! Friday May 10th – Take her to downtown Ocala!  Enjoy live music at Ocala’s Downtown Square…

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OHP Heads to #LRK3DE with Halliday Sharp & Deniro Z!

Liz and Niro Marching Around the XC at The Fork. PC: Mark McInnis!

It’s that time of year, when the Kentucky blue grass is lush and all eventing enthusiasts start they’re annual pilgrimage to the biggest competition of the year at the Land Rover Kentucky 3 Day Event. This year is especially poignant for the team at Ocala Horse Properties, since they will all be in Kentucky rooting…

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VOCAL Inspires Our Community to Improve Animal Welfare in Ocala!

Photo Courtesy VOCAL Spring Newsletter

Over the past several years, Ocala Horse Properties has supported VOCAL (Voices of Change Animal League) because of their wonderful efforts towards animal welfare in our region. We are in awe of our community members who have stepped up by volunteering time and financial resources to make such a difference in the lives of cats…

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