03/03/2024
Houndslake Country Club 50th Anniversary Lecture Series
Thursday, March 7, 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:00 Dinner separate
Horses & History In Aiken
By Wm. Morgan “Billy” Benton, EX. Master of Foxhounds
Non-Members Welcome
Reservations, Please Call Houndslake CC - 803-648-6805
Ever wondered why Aiken, South Carolina is the holy grail of the equestrian world? Let Equestrian William Morgan “Billy” Benton be your guide to the history and discipline diversity that makes this charming Southern town a horse haven. Ideal for equestrians and horse lovers alike, Horses & History in Aiken offers a glimpse into the magic that makes our community a Mecca for all things equine.
Instructor: Wm. Morgan ”Billy” Benton, a sixth generation Virginian, is from the small historic, equestrian town of Middleburg, in Upper Virginia. He and his wife, Jane Gunnell, also from Middleburg, are lifelong equestrians who have regularly taken part in several hunts in Aiken, Virginia & Maryland. In Aiken, Billy has been a Joint Master of the Edisto River Foxhounds and in 2011, Billy was awarded his Colors for his support and riding ability with the Aiken Hounds. He and Jane have owned a small horse farm, called “Banbury Cross”, in Aiken, for about 30 years where their retired hunters, race horses and polo ponies now live along with their world famous www.CarolinaDogs.com . Additionally, Billy is a polo player and polo match announcer. He has served as a Patrol Judge at various Steeplechase Races and has been Head Patrol Judge at the historic Queen’s Cup Steeplechase Races in Waxhaw, near Charlotte, NC, for many years.
Billy is owner/broker of www.FoxAndHoundRealty.com
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