It’s Show Time at Burghley!
We are buzzing with excitement for Liz Halliday-Sharp and Ocala Horse Properties’ Deniro Z, as they head into their weekend at the infamous Burghley Horse Trials! The trot up and day 1 of dressage is completed, with Liz and Deniro Z trotting down the grass center line Friday morning at 4:38am EST (9:38GBT). We hope…
Read MoreCheckout The New Buzz in Downtown Ocala!
Historic Downtown Ocala offers an appealing small city vibe, perfectly offset by the bucolic views of Marion County’s horse country surrounding the city. What better way to top off a gorgeous fall day than a trip into the Historic District to grab a meal and to quench your thirst. With the subtle shift in temperature…
Read MoreLiz Halliday-Sharp & Cooley Quicksilver Named To U.S. Eventing Team Ahead Of Military Boekelo
US Equestrian announced the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Eventing Nations CUP the Netherlands at the Military Boekelo CCIO4*-L, and we are so proud here at Ocala Horse Properties that Liz Halliday-Sharp and Cooley Quicksilver have been named to the team! Cooley Quicksilver is owned in part by Rob and Chris Desino of…
Read MoreHorse Farms Forever – Preserving Ocala’s Equestrian Farmland and Heritage
The scope and depth of the impact that the equine industry has in Ocala Florida is far reaching in our community. Did you know that the horse industry in Marion County has created more than 21,000 jobs and there are more than 80,000 horses in our region? The financial impact on our region has been…
Read MoreReflections on CHIO Aachen and Onward to the Pan Am Games!
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…
Read MoreGreetings 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…
Read MoreGolden 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…
Read MoreLiz Halliday-Sharp Named to Two US Eventing Teams!
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…
Read MoreOcala Horse Racing Shines in the Headlines!
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…
Read MoreThe 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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