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Welcome to our annual Equestrian Season Preview edition, where we take a look at the upcoming 2026 equestrian action here in Wellington. This includes all the amazing show jumping and hunter riding at the Winter Equestrian Festival at Wellington International, and all the high-goal polo tournaments planned at the National Polo Center-Wellington. Also included is the Adequan Global Dressage Festival at Equestrian Village and the exciting fall season at the Grand Champions Polo Club. We also offer a preview of the inspiring Great Charity Challenge, which returns on Saturday, Jan. 31.
As all equestrian eyes turn back to Wellington, riders Kent Farrington, Lillie Keenan, Laura Kraut and McLain Ward return after a big summer win, claiming the Mercedes-Benz Nations Cup in Aachen, Germany, for Team USA. The team is featured on our cover and inside this issue. We also profile Harry Knopp of IDA Development, whose equestrian work includes the new FEI barns at Wellington International. Meanwhile, if you’re looking to establish a long-lasting legacy, learn more this issue about how Nicklaus Children’s Hospital can help make that happen.
Our Wellington Family series continues with a look at Maggie Zeller and other members of the Zeller family, who enjoy their work helping senior citizens and the wider community. In Wellington Today, Village Manager Jim Barnes offers thoughts on gratitude this Thanksgiving season.
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