Green Horse Enterprises is proud to recognize the Upperville Colt & Horse Show as a partner in our mission to improve the health and comfort of horses and the environmental quality of equestrian lands. Together, we are raising awareness of sound environmental practices in the next generation of equestrian competitors and horse-sport spectators. The elements below are accomplishments of the past three years’ shows. For a full list of the technical notes, click here.

UPPERVILLE 2025

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Upperville Colt & Horse Show - Environmental Accomplishments

RECYCLING: New well-marked recycling bins.

WOODLOTS: Healthy trees shade the show grounds.

GRASSLANDS: Lush, green grass in the show ring.

DIGITAL PRIZE LIST: All entries are online.

CONSERVATION EASEMENT: The show grounds continue to be cited as an example of successful registered environmental conservation.

EROSION CONTROL: Low stone walls and grass buffers keep runoff to a minimum.