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“Denis laid it out so that it would be easily watchable for spectators from one place. They can see just about everything without moving around.”
This past September, Plantation Field began a new annual tradition, honoring
an equestrian legend at the international event. The first to be recognized was Bruce Davidson, who runs Chesterland Farm in Unionville, which stages events and offers training. Davidson is best known for his competitive career. He’s won two Olympic gold medals, five world championships
and was named to the U.S. Eventing Association’s Hall of Fame. Future honorees will come from a list of talented local
riders who’ve participated in a variety of international competitions.
The Glaccums are constantly trying to improve the experience at Plantation
Field. “Denis knows all the moving parts of the sport. He knows horses intuitively, and he knows what horses need,” says Walker. “He’s always out there on the tractor and knows every blade of grass and thorn or thistle.”
Bambi may not get the attention her husband does, but her efforts behind
the scenes are also vital to Plantation Field’s success. She handles much of the administrative and back-office work. Perhaps most importantly, she’s capable of operating successfully given her husband’s eccentricities. “Denis is a handful, and Bambi is an angel,” Walker says.
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