13th Equus Awards Photo Gallery
Photos courtesy of Dominic Bower
13th Equus Awards Honorees
Andrea Pfeiffer
Andrea has spent decades in Sonoma County, coaching 3-day eventers (horses and riders) from the beginning levels to international success. Her commitment to students, horses and the community is widely acknowledged. She truly leads by example.
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Ted Stashak, DVM, MS, DACVS
Ted Stashak, DVM, MS, DACVS - Sonoma County native, Dr. Stashak has practiced veterinarian medicine for over 50 years and is nationally recognized for his contributions to equine surgery and veterinary education. He spent countless hours laying the foundation for Sonoma County’s large animal disaster plan, and was integral in the sheltering of large animals during the 2017 wildfires.
Tracy Underwood
During the sixteen years Tracy operated the Santa Rosa Equine Center, she hosted the European Pony School, countless events, and clinics, and sheltered horses and families during the 2017 and 2019 wildfires. Her shows and continuous volunteer work in Sonoma County are a special legacy.
Lee and Barbara Walker
Lee and Barbara Walker — Multi-generational Sonoma Countians, Lee and Barbara have worked tirelessly for years to put on organized, safe and fun rodeo and barrel racing events, including the Russian River Rodeo, Sonoma County Trailblazers Annual Rodeo and events for the Sebastopol Wranglers.
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Royal Crest’s Rockappella (Barbie)
The 27-year-old American Saddlebred mare known affectionately as Barbie, laid down in the warm sunshine for the last time in 2020. From her impressive show career to her 15 years as a rock-steady lesson horse for riders of all ages, her patience and gentle manner -- whether in the arena or decorated as a sheep or unicorn -- provided children and adults with a joyous introduction to riding.
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13th Sonoma County Horse Council Equus Awards Sponsors
Gold Medal Sponsors
Individual Gold Medal Sponsors
Laura Wais
Kim Murphy & DeWayne White
Silver Medal Sponsors
Blue Ribbon Sponsors
Raffle Sponsor
SCHC Raffle Rousers
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