EAST COUNTY CRUISERS ROLL INTO DIANNE JACOB EQUESTRIAN CENTER WITH MUSCLE AND CLASSIC CARS 12
Total Views: 72 By Shiloh Ireland May 14, 2024 (Lakeside) — Over 100 cars, along with their friendly and informative owners, turned out on May 4 at the Dianne Jacob Equestrian Center in Lakeside for a car show—all part of the mixed uses planned for the new facility. East County Magazine interviewed Charger Steve, who explained the East County Cruisers club, highlighting the muscle cars and classic cars. Charger Steve can be seen in video explaining East County Cruisers and highlighting some of the stunning and restored cars. View video: https://youtu.be/YudhrzBn0Vk?si=1rbBLNcr-jJC24hv With each event at the equestrian center, a non-profit will be represented. Puppies for adoption were also a hit, and several found new homes. The Dianne Jacob Equestrian Center features over 13 acres is an accommodating place for more than equestrian venues like this no-cost car show open to the public as well as private venue options. For more information on events, contact Equine Event Services at 619.733.6920. Printer-friendly version
12 viewsEAST COUNTY CRUISERS ROLL INTO DIANNE JACOB EQUESTRIAN CENTER WITH MUSCLE AND CLASSIC CARS 7
Total Views: 38 By Shiloh Ireland May 14, 2024 (Lakeside) — Over 100 cars, along with their friendly and informative owners, turned out on May 4 at the Dianne Jacob Equestrian Center in Lakeside for a car show—all part of the mixed uses planned for the new facility. East County Magazine interviewed Charger Steve, who explained the East County Cruisers club, highlighting the muscle cars and classic cars. Charger Steve can be seen in video explaining East County Cruisers and highlighting some of the stunning and restored cars. View video: https://youtu.be/YudhrzBn0Vk?si=1rbBLNcr-jJC24hv With each event at the equestrian center, a non-profit will be represented. Puppies for adoption were also a hit, and several found new homes. The Dianne Jacob Equestrian Center features over 13 acres is an accommodating place for more than equestrian venues like this no-cost car show open to the public as well as private venue options. For more information on events, contact Equine Event Services at 619.733.6920. Printer-friendly version
7 viewsEAST COUNTY CRUISERS ROLL INTO DIANNE JACOB EQUESTRIAN CENTER WITH MUSCLE AND CLASSIC CARS 6
Total Views: 27 By Shiloh Ireland May 14, 2024 (Lakeside) — Over 100 cars, along with their friendly and informative owners, turned out on May 4 at the Dianne Jacob Equestrian Center in Lakeside for a car show—all part of the mixed uses planned for the new facility. East County Magazine interviewed Charger Steve, who explained the East County Cruisers club, highlighting the muscle cars and classic cars. Charger Steve can be seen in video explaining East County Cruisers and highlighting some of the stunning and restored cars. View video: https://youtu.be/YudhrzBn0Vk?si=1rbBLNcr-jJC24hv With each event at the equestrian center, a non-profit will be represented. Puppies for adoption were also a hit, and several found new homes. The Dianne Jacob Equestrian Center features over 13 acres is an accommodating place for more than equestrian venues like this no-cost car show open to the public as well as private venue options. For more information on events, contact Equine Event Services at 619.733.6920. Printer-friendly version
6 viewsCOUNTY HOLDS GRAND OPENING FOR DIANNE JACOB EQUESTRIAN PARK IN LAKESIDE 3.9K
Total Views: 80 Story and photos by Shiloh Ireland View video from County News Service December 31 2023 (Lakeside) – County Parks and Recreation held a grand opening of the $16.9 million Dianne Jacob Equestrian Park on December 12 in Lakeside. Several hundred people attended, with Jacob as the guest of honor. Jacob served 28 years as District 2 County Supervisor and is an avid equestrian. Her dream of a premier facility was unveiled to an enthusiastic crowd and local officials. Jacob was an advocate for many park projects during her tenure of 28 years in public office. The excitement was obvious in Jacob’s demeanor as she cut the long red ribbon to open the beautiful facility. “This is awesome…It’s one-of-a-kind and it’s going to bring in events from all over the state of California,” said Jacob. “This is going to put Lakeside on the map.” “Dianne has always been an advocate for parks and recreation – and for any program that engages families, especially youth, in healthy activities,” said County Parks Director Brian Albright. “During her time at the County, she had a hand in opening over 100 park features and facilities.” The opening also featured family-friendly activities and an arena show with equestrian performers showcasing dressage, jumping and reigning skills. Photo,left, Miss Bulls Only Rodeo Queen Kate Richardson Photo, right: Former Supervisor Dianne Jacob The facility has been planned since 2012 and broke ground in 2020.The equestrian center is situated on over 13 acres that will host livestock shows, dog shows, farmer markets, equestrian events , car shows, and other special events. The grounds include a large, covered arena, an open arena, a maintenance building, a restroom building, a banquet hall, livestock corrals, a shade pavilion, picnic tables, parking and ADA access. . The park can host a variety of equestrian and livestock-related events. If you are interested in hosting an event, contact Equine Event Services at (619)733-6920 or visit https://equineevents.org/ . Sara Alfaro of Chula Vista (photo, left) was awarded the event coordinator position and was in the announcer stand busy announcing the program when ECM spoke with her. She is confident and professional–no stranger to the equestrian world, as her daughter performed for the audience in jumper class with an imported horse from Ireland. Lakeside Fire Protection District made an appearance and San Diego Sheriff Deputies assigned to the Lakeside sub-station were present. So were several county agencies with booths, many parks and recreation staffers, queens for the park, Bulls Only Rodeo Queen, Escondido Volunteer Mounted Police, Girl Scouts, and more. Part of the park is a a dedicated county park that can be used without fees and open daily. Contact the park for additional information. The park is located at the northeast corner of Moreno Avenue and Willow Road. A day-use park located at the south end of Moreno Avenue will be open to the public daily, from sunrise to sunset, as soon as the operator is fully staffed. In addition, information is forthcoming on how to use other parts of the facility when not booked for special events. Lakesiders’ are proud to host this modern and premier facility that will attract events from South Bay to Orange County and beyond, bringing needed revenue to local business in this small equestrian community. ECM spoke to many guests at opening and all said it was well worth the wait. It is evident that County Parks and Recreation partnering with Sara Alfaro has created a Dream Team of excellence to serve the community, including the next generation of equestrian enthusiasts. Printer-friendly version
3.9K viewsEQUESTRIAN CENTER RISING IN LAKESIDE 2
Total Views: 34 By Shiloh Ireland September 3, 2022 (Lakeside) – The new 13.88-acre Dianne Jacob Equestrian Center, long a dream for Lakeside residents, is finally becoming a reality after numerous delays. Located on Moreno Avenue at Willow Road, the covered arena and several outbuilding constructions are moving at a steady pace. The steel is prefabricated and as of mid-August when these shots were taken, the roof is in place as well as one wall of the arena. The grandstand will hold 400 people. The newest target date for opening is early 2023. This will be a premier facility for Lakeside and Southern California that will feature junior rodeo, dog and car shows, farmer markets and more. A care-taker will be on site. Did you know that early on in concept, a soccer field was discussed for this site? Lakeside and the surrounding equestrian communities will have a fun place for the whole family. The original name of the park was changed to former supervisor Dianne Jacob of District 2 in honor of her tremendous efforts to bring this park to fruition. The following are some of the features gleaned from the county website: The Dianne Jacob Equestrian Park is being constructed by the County’s Department of Parks and Recreation. Construction began in November 2020 and is anticipated to be completed by early 2023. Improvements and amenities on the property will include the following: Covered arena Outside arena Livestock corrals Multi-purpose building Fully functioning kitchen/concession building equipped with new equipment, grease trap, and appliances Restrooms with showers Detached restroom building Recreational vehicle overnight parking with utility hookups Recreational vehicle pad with utility hookups where a volunteer County-contracted park host may stay Warm-up track Publicly accessible day-use area with staging amenities including a shade structure on a concrete pad with picnic tables, ADA accessible parking, hitching posts, trash enclosure for manure, and a hose bib Public use perimeter trail with potential future trail connections to other parks in the region Manure composting area More information can be obtained by contacting County Parks and Recreation. Printer-friendly version
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