Returning to the FENCE Barn Tour on Saturday, Nov. 26 is the Equestrian Center at Bright’s Creek. The development is under new ownership: Protex Investments Group, Gabrielle Barragan and Alexander Salgado, principals, and new management.
Located within the gated community of Bright’s Creek, the equestrian center is open to the public. Bright’s Creek officials said the center is dedicated to providing exceptional horse care and outstanding equestrian services in a safe and professional environment.
Bright’s Creek offers a variety of services including full board, lessons, training and personal service. The post and beam barn features:
• 12’x12’ matted box stalls
• Ceiling fans
• Automatic waterers
• Automatic fly spray system
• Two indoor hot and cold wash racks
• Temperature-controlled tack room
• Large lounge and covered porch overlooking riding arenas
• Washer, dryer, refrigerator and microwave
• Fire and security system
The facility offers 20+ acres of pastures with run-in sheds and mountain views: private or group paddocks are available.
Facilities and services include:
• A 20 x 60 meter dressage arena
• A 120’x250’ large arena with all-weather footing
• Miles of riding trails
• Experienced and professional staff
• Custom feed and hay program
• Daily turnout, exercise and grooming services available
• Farrier and veterinary services coordinated for owners with 24-hour security.
All riding disciplines are welcome.
The Bright’s Creek staff and horses will be on hand to greet visitors and answer questions  during the facility’s tour time of 4-5:30 p.m.
Duetto – flute and piano music by Barbara Tilly and Pam McNeil – will perform for tour visitors to the equestrian center.
The Member’s Grill is available to all visitors. You are also invited to tour the Member’s Lodge and Ridgeview Villas and end your day with dinner at The Member’s Grill.
From 4:30 – 7 p.m., walk-ins will be welcome at the Members Grill.
From 7:30 – 10:30 p.m., a  four-course meal will be served, with dancing and musical entertainment provided by the Breezy Ridge Band until 10:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended.
Contact: Linda Stenzel, 828-694-4500 or 828-545-4175 or Lstenzel@brightscreek.com
The barn tour is presented by Carolina Storage Solutions. Sponsors include Lakes Hills and Horses Real Estate Consultants and Jonathan Rowe Grading & Equipment
For further information and ticket sales, contact at info@fence.org or 828-859-9021 or purchase tickets at The Farm House, The Hay Rack (both locations: Landrum and Green Creek), La Bouteille in Tryon and Little Mountain Farm Supply.