MEMBERS of the North East Knowledge Transfer Group visited Drumhowan Stud, Co Monaghan, last Saturday. Proprietors Eamon and Gladys McArdle showed their extensive range of Irish Draught, Irish Sport Horse, continental and thoroughbred stallions. These included Vittorio (pictured), Primary and Colandro who were recently approved at the HSI Stallion Inspections in Cavan. The visit to Drumhowan was an additional activity organised by members of the group, outside of the registered KT meetings and demonstrates the success of this scheme in encouraging breeders to work together.

Athlone event

WITH plans for Athlone Agriculture Show well underway, the equine section are holding a fundraiser night on April 1st. Following the success of last year’s fundraiser, the committee has opted for another bowling night with teams of four. The event will take place in Planet Entertainment, Athlone, from 7-10pm. For more details, please contact Gillian on 086 8521575.

Crumlin Hospital Drag Hunt

KILWORTH and Araglen Hunt Club are holding a mounted Drag Hunt on Sunday, March 19th at 1pm, starting and finishing in the community field at Araglen. This drag hunt is being run in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital who have been looking after a little local boy Charlie Clifford in his big brave battle. The Kilworth and Araglen Harriers are proud to be associated with this great cause so please come and support us. There will be brilliant jumping all over natural banks and drains.

Enquiries to 087 8095415 or 087 7980684 or 087 2636386.

Stepping Stones

WEXFORD EC are hosting a Warm-Up for the Stepping Stones Event League today (Saturday). Open to horses and ponies, it features dressage, jumping and cross-country in the derby arena. Enquiries to 087 661 3088.