The Walkabout Station Journey Award was developed by Jan and Gary Marquardt of Walkabout Station to encourage riders to take their partners on the “horsemanship” journey. They want to encourage and recognize riders committed to long-term, competitive partnerships with their horses and celebrate their journey moving up the levels. Knowing and respecting your horse should always be the top priority.
Congratulations to Barrett, Eliza and Lori our 2025 winners of this prestigious award!
Walkabout Station Journey Award
| Year | Level | Horse | Pedigree | Owner(s) | Breeder | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | FEI Level - USDF Prix St. Georges - Grand Prix | Brooklyn GCF | Bonheur x Greta Garbo/Grand Cru | Barrett Barksdale | Sharon Garner | Barrett Barksdale |
| FEI Level - USDF Prix St. Georges - Grand Prix | Watch Me Too | Welfenkoenig II x Del Amika/Donnerhall | Jean G. Pecor | Eliza Rutherford | Eliza Rutherford | |
| National Level - USDF First - Fourth Levels | Fendi S | Finest x Seance SQF/Sandro Hit | Lori Barrett | Sandra Heinrichs | Lori Barrett | |
| 2024 | National Level - USDF First - Fourth Levels | Supergirl KS | Sinatra Song x Nisha KS/Nocturno | Suzanne Cotter | Karan and Tom Schwencer | Suzanne Cotter |
| National Level - USDF First - Fourth Levels | Lady in Red WS | Liberty Gold x Winessa/De Niro | Janice Marquardt | Janice Marquardt | Heather McCarthy |
