A Guide to the Southern Equestrian Lifestyle
Otherwise known as Maplegate Farm, the property, owned by three generations of the Dow family, currently consists of two 14 -stall barns, an all-weather riding ring, derby field, nine large pastures and trails that zig-zag it. What ultimately presented itself as a ‘property swap’ resulted in a ‘win-win’ for all parties involved, but here’s the historical perspective to better set the stage.
Taylor Lovette may not talk much, but she gets excited if she is talking about horses, especially if she is talking about her favorite horse, Pistol. Taylor is 16 years old and lives with her father and mother, Carlos and Jennifer Lovette, along with her siblings and grandmother in Hopkins, South Carolina. She rides at Dream Riders in Lexington, South Carolina, a nonprofit premier PATH International accredited center devoted to the cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of people with special needs.
Our Summer 2022 issue features the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show. We also have an important article on preparing for emergencies with your horses, as well as a story about the equine artist Joyce Hall, our Under 21 junior profile and much more.
A new day brings new adventures at Middleton Place. One of the latest additions to the activities are the historical trail rides offered through the Middleton Place Equestrian Center.
