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[andrewrybackphotography]

When they have to close a window at the post office to get all your print orders out!!! Weeks 5-6 from VSF gas well as all Equifest and Ledges July shows going out today! #andrewrybackphotography #holyprintordersbatman #usps #canitakeanapnow #anyonewanttoguessthetotalcost #vsf #vsf2016 #vermontsummerfestival #equifest #weloveledges (at Post Office-Carpentersville)

[andrewrybackphotography]

Horse Show Photo of the Day!!! Loving that early morning light...only 3 more mornings here in Vermont! Where did the time go? #andrewrybackphotography #horseshowphotography #Horsesofinstagram #horse #hunters #morning #mountains #vsf #vermontsummerfestival #VSF2016 (at Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show)

[andrewrybackphotography]

Horse Show Photo of the Day!!! Ok...again...I know it's not a horse. However, it's been a month since I've seen my dog Ansel and then this little ball of fluff came into the trailer today and it was all over for me... #andrewrybackphotography #horseshowphotography #dogsofinstagram #aussiesofinstagram #australianshepherd #aussie #puppy #puppiesofinstagram #redtri #vsf #vsf2016 #vermontsummerfestival (at Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show)

[andrewrybackphotography]

Horse Show Photo of the Day!!! Yeah - this pretty much sums up this week in Vermont! #andrewrybackphotography #horseshowphotography #horsesofinstagram #horse #jumpers #grandprix #vsf #vsf2016 #vermontsummerfestival #vermont (at Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show)

[andrewrybackphotography]

Horse Show Photo of the Day!!! Changing the angle you shoot from can dramatically change a photo...while shooting today's $10,000 New Balance Welcome Stake, I got down low to the ground on a couple fences and this was the result. For those budding photographers out there, try something different - you never know what you might get! #andrewrybackphotography #horseshowphotography #horsesofinstagram #jumpers #grandprix #welcomestake #VSF #VSF2016 #vermontsummerfestival #greenmountains #vermont (at Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show)

[tsgequestrian]

Six Weeks of Bluebird Skies in the Green Mountains: The 2016 Vermont Summer Festival Begins

Images of the word “festival” probably bring to mind brightly colored tents, cotton candy, Ferris wheels and music. While colored tents are part of this festival, the Vermont Summer Festival (VSF) is actually all about the horse – hunters and jumpers to be exact – and it is one of THE top venues and competitions in the east. For six weeks every summer, the best in four-legs and two from around the country and Canada descend upon the picturesque Manchester, Vermont region to ride under bluebird skies amidst the mountains of green that give Vermont it’s state name. And all for the opportunity to win some green of their own. The Festival offers more than $750,000 in prize money.

Photo: Andrew Ryback, of Andrew Ryback Photography, the official photographer for the Vermont Summer Festival.

For over 20 years, VSF has been bringing some of the best in the hunter/jumper ring to the historic Harold Beebe Farm in East Dorset, Vermont and this year will continue that tradition with some exciting competition. The competition started on Tuesday, July 5th with the first in the “Equitation Tuesday” classes, and will continue until August 16th. Each week features much to see and do – both in the ring and out. From exhibitor parties, to fly-fishing, hiking, and swimming, to shopping luxury brands at the outlets, perusing the many art galleries, playing a round of golf, or trying your hand at falconry, both the Festival and the region offer plenty of opportunities to enjoy the magic of a Vermont summer.

Who, What, Where and When Never been to a horse show? Curious what all the fuss is about? This is a really wonderful family outing for a day and a great introduction to the show-jumping and equestrian world. Or maybe you are a seasoned spectator and fancy a relaxed day, with good food and drink and great friends, sitting on a blanket on the berm, enjoying those bluebird skies, soaking up the warm sun and watching the action unfold (I know I do!). Regardless of your preference, the Vermont Summer Festival welcomes all spectators to the show grounds to watch the horses and athletes, shop the onsite boutiques, or plan to have lunch and a drink.

Dates: July 6th to August 14th, 2016 Hours: Wednesdays through Sundays - 8:00 am to approximately 4:00 pm

Admission Cost:

$6 for Adults and $3 for Children, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

$9 for Adults and $5 for Children, Grand Prix Saturday and Sunday.

100% of the gate receipts benefit the following Manchester area non-profit organizations: Manchester Community Library and the Dorset Equine Rescue

Highlights for the 2016 Show:

The MDO-sponsored $10,000 Open Welcome Stake every Thursday; usually starts sometime between 11 am and 1 pm. Come early and stay for awhile.

The $5,000 Hunter Derby ($15,000 during week 6) on Thursday afternoons, usually starts sometime between 3 pm and 5 pm.

The $30,000 Grand Prix on Saturdays at 1:00 pm.

The Grand Finale of the Vermont Summer Festival  - $50,000 Grand Prix on Saturday August 13, 2016 at 1:00 pm

The Vermont Summer Festival is a proud member event of the Show Jumping Hall Of Fame, the Marshall & Sterling League, and the North American League (NAL). 

For more information or to follow the action at VSF: Website \\ Facebook \\ Instagram