BEYOND the backstretch 2025

IN REVIEW

Aftercare we supported in 2025

Finger Lakes Thoroughbred Adoption Program (Farmington, NY) & Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue (Dover Plains, NY)

BEYOND the backstretch visits Huck Finn Horse Show, Horseheads, New York

A female equestrian rider in riding attire on a chestnut horse, jumping over a hurdle during an outdoor show jumping competition.
A female equestrian jumping over an obstacle on a white horse during a competition.
A woman wearing riding gear, including a helmet, sits on a brown horse with a white marking on its forehead in an outdoor riding arena surrounded by greenery.
A female equestrian wearing a navy jacket, beige riding pants, black helmet, and gloves riding a dark brown horse over a show jump in an outdoor arena.
A woman riding a white horse at an outdoor event, with other people and a dog nearby, and trees and a tent in the background.
Woman in riding attire standing next to a brown horse with a ribbon rosette on its bridle, in a grassy outdoor arena, with prizes and a cap on the ground in front.

BEYOND the backstretch visits Chemung Co Fair Horse Show, Horseheads, New York

A person in formal riding attire and helmet riding a white horse over a jump with sunflower decorations on a sunny day at an outdoor equestrian arena.
A young girl dressed in riding gear, wearing a helmet and gloves, standing beside a white horse with a bridle and saddle, under a blue sky with scattered clouds at an equestrian event.
A woman riding a horse outdoors, wearing a black helmet, black jacket, and light beige riding pants, smiling at the camera. The horse has blue and pink ribbons attached to its bridle, indicating a competition or show. The background features a sunny sky with a few clouds, green trees, and an enclosed riding area.

BEYOND the backstretch visits Brook Edge Farms, Ferndale, New York

Brook Edge Farms not only hosted our division, and offered a wonderful raffle, super success!

A man with a prosthetic leg sitting on a black therapy step in a wooden room, interacting with a young girl who is leaning in and engaging with him.

BEYOND the backstretch hosted a Russ Galatzan Memorial Giveaway

In 2023, I lost a deeply cherished student and friend, Dr. Russ Galatzan—a man defined by kindness, patience, and quiet strength. Russ met every challenge in life, in the saddle and beyond, with grace, humor, and determination. His love for his horse, Tru, and his lifelong dedication to caring for others reflected the heart of who he was. I knew honoring Russ required more than a moment—it needed to be something meaningful and lasting, in tribute to a life that touched so many.

All the proceeds were given to Thoroughbred Aftercare Organizations

A white horse wearing a green blanket inside a stable with wood and metal walls.
Person riding a white horse in an indoor riding arena