February 2023 Issue

Page 6 February 2023 EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN Riders often dread winter because of hazardous, frozen, or sloppy terrain and frigid tem- peratures that freeze the air. In- stead of resigning to the gloomy fate of an unmounted season, or risking a fall by chancing the footing, think ahead and plan an indoor arena with White Horse Construction. Indoor arenas may need to be designed as much as 12- Get Indoors with White Horse Construction 24 months in advance. Key elements to consider are both layout and structural strength. Layouts should minimize or eliminate the trek through inclement weather to reach the arena, as well as provide an appropriate flow for traffic entering and exiting to pre- vent congestion. The structure should be sturdy enough to withstand heavy snowfall or to support possible solar panels. Located in Parkesburg, PA since 1995, Simeon Stoltzfus, owner of White Horse Con- struction, is devoted to bringing clients an unfaltering dedica- tion to detail. With a Pennsyl- vania Dutch heritage of superb craftsmanship and integrity united with the finest raw mate- rials, White Horse Construction believes in fresh and innovative designs for creative solu- tions on an individual basis. Customer input is crucial for satisfaction, and by listening carefully, designer and client suggestions are combined for optimum functionality, safety, and success. Offering construction from conception to completion, White Horse Construction provides drafting, design, and structural engineering services. Along with indoor arenas, White Horse Construction also specializes in building and renovating equestrian facilities, dairy facilities, run-in sheds, carriage houses, and other agricultural buildings. Their commitment to every customer is a structure that will last for generations, and a relationship that will last a lifetime. For more information, testi- monials, or to generate a quote, visit www.whcbarns.com or call (610) 593-5559. Is a Fabric Roof Riding Arena Right for You? Fabric-covered steel truss buildings offer a brighter and healthier alternative to the classic steel roof structures, and they are changing the landscape of indoor riding. Lucy owns and operates an equine facility in Covington, Georgia. She decided to go with a WeCover fabric roof riding arena instead of a traditional steel model and says that she’s glad to have discovered this alternative. “Everyone who rides or teaches here loves it,” she says. “We’ve heard a lot of comments like, ‘It’s like riding in an open-air cathedral!’ and, ‘This is a magnificent arena – the lighting is fabulous.’” The translucent fabric cov- ering captures and disseminates light throughout the space, elim- inating shadows and drastically reducing the need for artificial indoor lighting, even on darker days. This results in an indoor en- vironment that feels much more like the outdoors, making the horses more comfortable. There are no shifting shadows to spook them because light filters in from every direction. Plus, the sunlight is a great mood booster for both horse and rider – that means less winter doldrums. More natural lighting also means lower electricity costs, leading to long-term savings. Paradise Farm in Ashford, Connecticut needed an arena with walls to seal out the wind and cold in winter. They chose to apply wood- en walls to the steel frame and included large removable panels that could be opened in the sum- mer to let in lots of fresh air and light. Ventilation options are a strength of steel-frame arenas. The added strength in the struc- ture gives you flexibility for how you want your arena to look, while still getting great airflow and ventilation. Custom steel frame, fabric roof riding arenas like these from WeCover are quickly be- coming a favourite with Eques- trians across North America. Your horses will love it, and your riders will too. Visit www. wecoverequine.com to read more. The Horse World Expo Returns March 2-5, 2023! Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA Learn more at horseworldexpo.com