by Michelle Grald | Jul 29, 2022
“We have a clear vision of what our Arabian horses should be. Strong, sound athletes that are beautiful to behold and a pleasure to be around. Merely being pretty is not enough; the horses of Conway Arabians are doing horses, bred to have the conformation and temperament to perform in the show-ring or on the trail.”
— Peter Conway, Conway Arabians
Conway Arabians is a breeding and training facility specializing in English, Western, and Hunter Pleasure divisions. The Conway’s moved their Conway Arabians from Minnesota to their newly purchased 194-acre farm formerly called Los Samanes Polo & Racing, in Micanopy, FL. They brought 82 horses to their new operation. We welcome them to the Horse Capital of the World® and thank them for immediately investing in Marion County’s future by becoming Founders of Horse Farms Forever®.
Lori and Peter Conway walk their newly purchased 194-acre farm now called Conway Arabians with their three dogs Maize, left, Ace, center left and Luna, third from left, Friday afternoon, April 29, 2022.
Lori and Peter Conway pose with a couple of their horses Khalifornia Khrome, left and Noble Rendezvous. DOUG ENGLE, DOUG ENGLE/OCALA STAR-BANNER
Five of Conway’s Arabians pose for the camera on their new Micanopy farm. DOUG ENGLE, DOUG ENGLE/OCALA STAR-BANNER
by Michelle Grald | Jul 29, 2022
Success is no accident!
Success is no accident was chosen as Niall Brennan’s motto because it embodies his philosophy of life. Sometimes people are lucky in the horse business but success generally comes from: hard work, attention to detail, integrity, leaving nothing to chance, and striving to fine tune the quality services of our program are what defines our operation.
NBS is the leader or amongst the leaders in EVERY Category from Winner to Grade One Stakes Winner at the Two Year Old Sales from 2015 -2019
(Blood Horse Marketwatch 3/16/20)
Stephanie has been involved in the racing industry for over 20 years. Originally from Western Canada, Stephanie’s background in both show horses, racehorses as well as has a degree in Sales and Marketing help keep the organization running smoothly. Stephanie is very active in aftercare of racehorses, founding Final Furlong to ensure a safe landing for graduates of NBS after their racing career. She is on the board of the Ocala Farm Ministry and the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation.
Niall was a successful jockey and won his first race at the age of 16 in his native Ireland. He soon discovered his special talents as a trainer and traveled around the world working at tracks and farms in New Zealand, Australia, California and Kentucky, broadening his knowledge of the thoroughbred industry. In 1987, he relocated to Florida to train for George Steinbrenner at his Kinsman farm. In 1991 Niall Brennan presented his first consignment at Select Two-Year-Old sales and since then has consistently ranked as a leading consignor in North America numerous times. Niall is also an active member on the board of The Breeder’s Cup, Ocala Breeder’s Sales Company, Fasig Tipton Sales Company and is the president of the Ocala Farm Ministry.
Early Voting wins the 2022 Preakness Stakes GI
photo by EquiSport Photos
by Michelle Grald | Jul 1, 2022
The mission of Big Lick Gives is to support our local community in Levy and Marion County Florida through charitable donations.
The Big Lick Gives committee was formed in early 2022 so that a representative from each company could participate in the allocation of funds from the Nagle Family Charitable Fund, which is a tax-exempt public charity operated by the Schwab Charitable Fund under rules defined by the IRS under Sections 501(c)(3), 509(a)(1), and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). The goal of the committee is to distribute $100,000 annually to local non-profit organizations that help improve the lives of those in our community.
by Michelle Grald | Jun 21, 2022
Everyone deserves the extraordinary, because luxury is not about price—rather it’s about an experience. And when it comes to real estate, experience matters. Sotheby’s is one of the world’s most recognized and respected luxury brands, having served discerning auction buyers and sellers since 1744
Dedicated to building relationships & accomplishing the impossible for others right here in Ocala Florida, Horse Capital of the World, the Co-Founder for the Ocala’s Premier Sotheby’s International Realty location.
Put your home in the hands of an expert. Mastering the art of listing a home successfully & getting it sold. Helping buyers with their dream homes, fully in my element being a part of the life they have worked so hard to achieve.
Passionate about our community & seeing it at its best. Whether you’re looking for a 1 bedroom condo or a 12 million dollar equestrian farm, I am dedicated to providing extraordinary service for every lifestyle
Diligent negotiation, creative financing, savvy social media and extensive market reach to the Premier Sotheby’s International Realty global network enables Tasha to handle even the most unique situation.
by Michelle Grald | May 12, 2022
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