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By Jan Huston

When you think of dressage venues capable of attracting the big names in the show world, Sherwood, Oregon might not be a location that comes to mind. But Sherwood, located outside of Portland, is home of DevenWood Equestrian Centre, site of the 8th annual Dressage at DevonWood. This year's show had an impressive lineup of both officials and competitors.

Held July 27-29 and presented by the Old Spaghetti Factory and Oswego Lake Gallery, Dressage at DevonWood is magical. This year’s event had picture perfect weather – crisp mornings and warm afternoons – and an awesome list of officials, among them Anne Gribbons (O), Gary Rockwell (O), Lorraine Stubbs ®) and Lorraine MacDonald (R). Axel Steiner was also on hand because the 'L' Judges Program was run in conjunction with the show.

To top it off, Debbie McDonald and the incomparable Brentina were on hand to perform their 2005 freestyle to a packed audience enjoying Saturday evening’s exhibitor dinner party.

Photo credit: Mary Cornelius Photography