the 76th Tryon Block House Steeplechase hosted more than 3,000 people at the Green Creek Race Course in Green Creek, NC, just minutes from the Tryon International Equestrian Center (Tryon International) and the Tryon Riding & Hunt Club (TR&HC), who partner to produce the historic steeplechase event each spring. Five races took place on good turf track conditions around the 1.16-mile irrigated track.

Finding victory once again with her talented team of horses, Morgan Ashby (Ocala, FL) closed out Tryon International’s Welcome Series with a win in Sunday’s $20,000 Grand Prix. This time, Ashby was paired with her own Dutchess Carola (Contados x Korsika II). Ashby and her mare ended the day double clear, completing the jump off with 36.54 seconds on the clock. Following Ashby in second was Doug Payne (Rougemont, NC) and Issy Kelly’s 2013 warmblood gelding, Chaccolate RFB (Chacco Blue x Wolrusa). Regulars at Tryon International, Payne and Chaccolate RFB secured 37.55 seconds in the jump off. Capping off the top three with a time of 36.63, incurring four jumping faults, was Sophia Segesman (Aiken, SC), and Georgy Maskrey-Segesman’s Quitana 11 (Quick Star x Gina XII), the 2006 Holsteiner mare.

Once again seeing success in Tryon Stadium, Maryann Charles (Southern Pines, NC) closed out the third week of Tryon International’s Welcome Series in style. Charles and her 2008 Oldenburg mare Call Me Maybe (Canto x Clonee Temple 2) clocked 38.68 seconds in the jump off to be the fastest of the day. Paired with Ballon Bleu D’Arco (Amaretto D Arco x Papilon), Ponce Tidwell Jr.’s 2013 Belgian Warmblood stallion, John Brown (Mill Spring, NC) slotted into second place with a 40.04 second jump off time. Morgan Ashby (Denver, NC) marked 40.78 seconds to earn third place with Allen Nabors’ Bon Chatsworth Pierre (Revaou De La Bergerie x Little Star Z), the 2011 Zangersheide gelding.

Delivering fast and clean rounds in the $20,000 Grand Prix, Morgan Ashby (Denver, NC) claiming two of the top three podium placings in Tryon Stadium. Eliza Derstine’s Kilkenny Ecco was Ashby’s first mount in the jump off, laying down the winning round of 37.79 seconds. Hanna Toering (Waterford, VA) and Spy Coast Farm LLC’s Piranha SCF (Diktator Van De Boslandhoeve x Beluga), the 2015 Belgian Warmblood mare, were second in the class, putting 40.19 seconds on the clock. With a time of 40.76 seconds, Ashby rounded out the top three aboard her own Dutchess Carola (Contados x Korsika II), the 2011 Holsteiner mare.

Tryon International is pleased to announce Glenn Petty has joined the Tryon International team as General Manager, Equestrian Operations, beginning March 18. Petty comes to the venue with a wealth of management experience in the equestrian industry. He served as Manager of the Governor James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex in Raleigh and managed the all-breed and discipline NC State Fair Horse Show for 24 years beginning in 1983. He has most recently been CEO of the Virginia Horse Center. Prior to that, he served as EVP of the Arabian Horse Association.

Finishing out Tryon Welcome 1 with a win in the $20,000 Mini Prix, Maryann Charles (Southern Pines, NC) and her own Call Me Maybe (Canto x Clonee Temple 2) were one of only two double clears, with a 38.70 second jump off. Marking 40.14 seconds in the jump off, Florian Ferry (Wiliston, SC) collected reserve honors with Chaccolady (Chacco Blue x Landlady), Agathe Heurteux’s 2010 Hanoverian mare. Claire Connaghan (Southern Pines, NC) and her own 2015 warmblood gelding Figment (Quincy Car x Filigree), stopped jump of timers at 38.88 seconds, incurring four jumping faults, to put them in third place.

From the top of a high green hill, Mark Bellissimo looked upon a valley with rolling hills and wild terrain and envisioned a global equestrian resort that would become Tryon International. That dream now celebrates 10 years of hosting the world’s top equestrian sport and creating millions of dollars in economic impact. 

Earl Scruggs Music Festival will return to Mill Spring, NC August 30-September 1 with a trifecta of outstanding talent, supreme amenities, and family friendly entertainment. This morning, organizers announced the 2024 lineup will include “Delta Dawn'' hitmaker Tanya Tucker, seminal string band Old Crow Medicine Show, country and bluegrass mainstay Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, Colorado jamgrass ensemble Yonder Mountain String Band, and many more first-class pickers.

Preview 2024 Dates and SAVE on Stalls when booked by March 1! Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) is the ultimate destination for all who love horses, outdoor living, and an active lifestyle. We offer first-class facilities for equestrian events of all levels and disciplines, located in the Blue Ridge Foothills of Mill Spring, NC. Diverse onsite restaurants, a variety of shops, relaxing lodging getaways, family entertainment, and more make Tryon International an ideal destination, any time of year.

From intimate dining locations with delicious meals and unique drinks, to cozy cabin getaways beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains, to thrilling outdoor events year-round, Tryon International is the perfect spot to bring your date. Check out all we have to offer for you and that special someone!

February 10, 2024 - Winterfest presented by Stuller Power Solutions offered attendees who visited Tryon International’s drive-through light show November 17-December 31, 2023 a unique opportunity: spot the Grinch before he could turn off the lights, scan the QR code, and enter to win a free generator. More than 7,000 entrants participated in the giveaway, and Meghan Crews of Rutherfordton, NC was the lucky winner of the 22k Home Standby Generator by Generac, on offer from Stuller Power Solutions.

Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International), together with Stuller Power Solutions, presenting sponsor of 2023 Winterfest at Tryon International, gathered together with members of the media and representatives from Duke Energy and Safelight to present a check for nearly $9,000 to the Western NC nonprofit.

Need a winning idea for Valentine’s Day Weekend, but not sure where to start? Tryon International has you covered! Choose your own adventure, from a romantic sunset trail ride to a night of laughs with Comedy Night presented by Comedy Zone. Plus, find delectable dining and comfortable, romantic onsite lodging options to help you craft the perfect date.

Meet Chef Cheepkhunwong, new Sushi Chef at Blue Ginger Sushi! With a highly decorated career spanning across states and decades, he has no shortage of excitement and ideas for this fan-favorite Tryon International restaurant. We are honored to welcome him to Team Tryon and can’t wait for our guests to experience his iconic sushi creations! Continue reading to get to know Chef Cheepkhunwong.

Tryon International is here to help you with all of your holiday shopping needs! Find unique gifts and experiences for each of your loved ones and skip the hassle and bustle of crowded shopping centers. From a wide range of tickets to a multitude of shopping options, services and holiday experiences that can’t be beat, Tryon International offers something for everyone on your list this season.

Advocates, enrollees and elected officials will celebrate the start of Medicaid expansion with an instructional event and press conference at 4:45 on Tuesday, December 12 at the Ridge Room in the International Pavilion of the Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International). 

Tryon International is proud to partner with Stuller Power Solutions as the title sponsor of Winterfest 2023, also benefiting local nonprofit Safelight through the giveback initiative, Tryon Cares presented by Duke Energy. This give back initiative recognizes and promotes the work of several local charities and supports fundraising efforts in partnership with Tryon International’s corporate sponsors.

Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) is proud to announce the return of Tryon Cares presented by Duke Energy as part of 2023’s Winterfest powered by Stuller Power Solutions. The holiday give-back initiative will support local non-profits in our communities through corporate sponsorships. In addition to the benefits of the Winterfest Sponsorship Package, sponsors were given the opportunity to select a non-profit to support this holiday season.

Thanksgiving Weekend at Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) features unending festivities for the whole family to enjoy, from live music and movie nights to ice skating, a drive through light show, a holiday shopping market, and so much more. The weekend kicks off Winterfest presented by Stuller Power Solutions with a flurry of fun for all ages, including ticketed and free activities. Preview all events happening November 23-26 below.

Leather With Love is the proud 2023 Circuit Champion Sponsor, providing beautiful leather halters to all 2023 Tryon Fall Series Circuit Champions. Read below to learn more about circuit champions from the Tryon Fall Series.