Maryland
Horseman or Horsewoman of the Year - Each
year we search for a Marylander who has had a long and
outstanding career as a professional in the horse industry.
We accept nominations from all professions, including but
not limited to farriers, veterinarians, trainers, saddle makers,
feed store owners, hay growers, and so on.
By honoring a Marylander who has had a long and
outstanding career in the equine industry, we hope to inspire
young people to know that they can combine their passion for
horses with their professional pursuits.
For
next year's honoree, please submit your nomination
no later than March 15, 2012 by fax to 410-489-7828, by e-mail
to admin@mdhorsecouncil.org,
or by mail to P.O. Box 233, Lisbon, MD 21765.
To
read about prior recipients, please visit the archives for “Horseman
of the Year” on equiery.com.
Prior
Horsemen / Horsewomen of the Year:
2010
- Horseman of the Year: Bob Eldredge
2009 - Horseman of the Year: Bob Shirley
2008 - Horseman of the Year: Mark Harrison
2007 - Horseman of the Year: Joseph Vanzego
2006 - Horseman of the Year: Joe Aitcheson
2005 - Horsewoman of the Year: Louise Hollyday
2004 - Horseman of the Year: Henry Holloway
2003 - Billy Streaker
2002 -
D. Michael Smithwick
2001 - Dr.
Harold Holbrook
2000 - Alyne
Carroll
1999 - Hal
C.B. Clagett Jr.
1998 - Jack
Vordemberge
1997 - Jim Steele
1996 - Richard Wilcke
1995 - Walter Hughes
1994 - Colonel Donald Thackeray