AUGUSTA, NJ—December 15, 2002—The 52nd annual Garden State Horse Show returns to the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ, April 30-May 4, 2002. Presented by the Junior Essex Troop, Inc., the Garden State Horse Show is the largest horse show in New Jersey.

The show features five rings of exciting equestrian competition daily and is highlighted by the $50,000 Garden State Grand Prix, a member event of the King Shavings/U.S. Grand Prix League, on Saturday, May 3.

The Garden State Horse Show draws top equestrians, with many making the show their first stop in the northeast after wintering in Florida. The prestigious event marks the start of the spring circuit, enticing hunters and jumpers with top prize money. Garden State Horse Show highlights include the $15,000 Junior Amateur-Owner Jumper Division, part of the Show Jumping Hall of Fame Jumper Classic Series, The $10,000 Colonel George Saunders Gamblers Choice and Marshall & Sterling Children’s & Adult League, presented by Corona-Lexol.

The Garden State Horse Show is rated "AA" by USA Equestrian (formerly known as the American Horse Shows Association). As one of the largest shows of its kind in the country, the Garden State Horse Show attracts the nation’s best riders, including U.S. Equestrian Team and Olympic veterans such as Peter Leone and Nona Garson.

In addition to witnessing top athletes, spectators can enjoy the numerous shopping and dining opportunities available at The Country Fair. Admission is free every day except Grand Prix Saturday, when admission is $10.00 per carload. Please call (973) 948-5022 for ticket information and for other information on the Garden State Horse Show, please call (508) 698-6810

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