2nd Annual Villa Del Lago-Equestrian Connection Polo Charity Event

An Afternoon with the Villa del Lago Polo Team

to benefit Equestrian Connection

Catch the thrill of thundering hooves and swinging mallets, and stay for the time-honored half-time divot stamping. Join the Villa del Lago Polo Team at Crab Tree Farm in Lake Bluff on Saturday, August 13 at 3:00 pm for a polo match benefitting Equestrian Connection, a therapeutic riding center for adults and children with special needs. A classic example of the 19

century Gentleman’s Farm, Crab Tree Farm offers a bucolic backdrop for this classic sport.

Half-time will also feature a special performance by The Red Stallions, Equestrian Connection’s four-member drill team.

Tickets for the 2

or in person at Equestrian Connection (600 Bradley Road, Lake Forest). Lawn seats are available at $50. VIP tickets with preferred canopy seating and complimentary refreshments are also available at $75/person ($100/person after August 1). Only 250 tickets are available for this unique event.

Parking will be located at the Lake Bluff Train Station on Sheridan Road, with wheelchair accessible shuttles available to and from the match. Please, no parking on Blodgett Road or at Crab Tree Farm and observe the no pet rule. Special thanks to event sponsors Rosalind Franklin University, JWC Media Group, Knauz Motors, Sidney Austin, LLP, Storch Amini & Munves PC, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, and the Robert Morrison family.

Equestrian Connection is one of the few therapeutic riding programs nationally to address such a vast range of needs with its broad range of services, including hippotherapy, art therapy, massage therapy, and equine assisted psychotherapy, as well as summer camp. Each week, certified occupational, physical and speech therapists, as well as certified instructors by the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association, partner with volunteers to work with over 200 special needs children and adults.

An Illinois not for profit 501(C)3 corporation, Equestrian Connection is committed to helping individuals strengthen physically, mentally and emotionally, believing that every individual has the right to receive services despite their challenges. Situated on 10 acres in northwest Lake Forest, Equestrian Connection offers a 26,000 square foot facility with an indoor heated arena, outdoor riding arena and a 2-mile sensory trail. Programs are available Tuesday through Sunday, 9 am to 7 pm