When Marylanders think horses, the first mental image is probably the recently run Preakness Stakes. However, the diversity of horse activity of all types in the state, from steeplechase racing to show jumping to pleasure riding, makes Maryland one of the foremost equine states in America, ranking at or near the top in horses per square mile.
And if the efforts of several horse-related organizations are successful, Maryland will have another elite showcase event to attract world-class horses and riders as well as droves of spectators to the state.
Fair Hill International -- which already operates the eponymous Three-Day Eventing competition within the spacious confines of Fair Hill Natural Resource Management Area in Cecil County each October -- is making a bid to host a "four-star" competition beginning in fall 2019.
