CDP Stables

08/24/2026

What a weekend! CDP Stables was super excited to get to Five Points HT this weekend at the phenomenal Carolina Horse Park! We practiced, were patient, rolled with the punches of mother natures extreme heat, unpredictable afternoon storms, and persevered to have an incredible weekend! To say we are Proud of our team would be an understatement!

We would like to thank the Carolina Horse Park and all staff, volunteers and vendors for putting on another great show weekend that we look forward to each and every outing there! Thankful to have such a great venue only a short drive down the road!

Now let’s get into it! Beyond proud of our team!

CDP Stables Bayou Bengal and Susan Plumb showed up to party this weekend and won the Open Intermediate in a very competitive division leading the way from dressage, all the way to XC! Proud of the hard work this team has been putting in!

CDP Stables Cooley All In and Susan Plumb, and Hayley Norfleet and SRF Rose Colored Glasses had great Top 10 finishes in a very tough division! These two teams have been doing their homework and watching them grow together as one unit is incredible to watch!

Brooke Kahl and Nata Montada SCF had a great weekend as well! Taking home the win in the IR division! Proud of you both!

Thank you to our team at home for keeping everyone rolling while we are on the road, and all of the team at the Carolina Horse Park all you do!

Enjoy this video of Bayou Bengal and Susan Plumb going double clear in SJ!

Thank you again to all our sponsors who keep us running in tip top shape! We couldn’t do it without you all!

Forestier Sellier USA
Mary Day
Equine Elite Pulse Therapy
Yarborough Equine LLC.
Synergy Animal Wellness

08/21/2026

We have some exciting news! We are looking to add another great person to our team!

Part Time position available!

CDP Stables is looking to add one part time person to our team!
What’s offered?
🐴 competitive hours and compensation
🐴 opportunity for growth
🐴 working along side professionals with over 60+ years of upper level experience

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications:
🐴 18+ (21 preferred)
🐴 have your own reliable transportation
🐴 ability to pass a drug and background test
🐴 ability to carry 50lbs
🐴 ability to operate RTV
🐴 self starter
🐴 horse handling capabilities required!

Job duties include but aren’t limited to:
🐴 Morning Barn Chores (feeding, watering, cleaning stalls)
🐴 Cleaning paddocks
🐴 Running farm equipment

Please PM with resume and references! Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

08/15/2026

Today, we are honored to share the legacy of Faith Caldwell. In order to respect Faith's privacy, on August 14th, 2026 the executor of the estate of Faith Caldwell has authorized CHP to release the following information about Faith

Faith’s connection to horses was lifelong. Her dedication to safety, education, equine welfare, and the future of Carolina Horse Park was equally profound.

Through an extraordinary $1.15 million gift to the Carolina Horse Park Foundation, Faith has left one of the largest gifts in the Park’s history, and a lasting investment in the future she believed was possible here.

Her legacy is not simply a gift. It is a vision for innovation, safety, education, community, and equestrian excellence for generations to come. We invite you to read more about Faith, her remarkable contributions, and the legacy she leaves with us.

Read Faith’s story: https://www.carolinahorsepark.com/the-legacy-of-faith-caldwell/

08/13/2026

We are deeply honored to announce an extraordinary $1.15 million gift from the estate of Faith Caldwell. As one of the most significant contributions in our history, this incredible gift will help preserve our 317 acres, support equestrian sports, and secure the Park’s future for generations to come.

Read the full press release and learn more about Faith Caldwell’s lasting legacy on our website: 🔗https://www.carolinahorsepark.com/gift-from-the-estate-of-faith-caldwell/

08/12/2026

Although we didn’t get to Bruce’s Field this past weekend we have been busy practicing and getting ready for Five Points HT! Thank you to everyone who helps keep us rolling! Enjoy this video of CDP Stables Bayou Bengal and Susan Plumb getting in a great jump school! Be on the lookout for more videos this week!

Forestier Sellier USA
Mary Day
Yarborough Equine LLC.
Equine Elite Pulse Therapy
Synergy Animal Wellness

🎥 Rhi Bent

07/31/2026

What a beautiful morning to have a jump lesson! Susan aboard CDP Stables owned Bayou Bengal enjoying the cooler morning and getting some great practice in ahead of Bruce’s Field 🐴 😁

Forestier Sellier USA
Mary Day
Yarborough Equine LLC
Synergy Animal Wellness
Equine Elite Pulse Therapy

07/23/2026

Excited to be right down the road from a great venue! We Love showing at the Carolina Horse Park and “Bee”ing 🐝 a Steward of the park! Looking forward to August War Horse and getting to see everyone there!

That's more than a tagline, it's the purpose that guides everything we do.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Carolina Horse Park exists to deliver an exceptional experience for equestrian sport while creating a sustainable legacy for horses, our community, and the land.

Every competition hosted, every volunteer welcomed, every educational program offered, and every improvement made reflects our vision of becoming a world-class destination that celebrates horses, sport, community engagement, and land conservation.

This vision is shaped by the people who believe in this place. 🐝 Through Bee A Steward of the Park, you can help invest in the future of Carolina Horse Park, supporting infrastructure improvements, conservation initiatives, educational opportunities, community outreach, and the continued growth of a place where horses, sport, and community don't just come together, they thrive.

💚 Bee a part of something bigger. Bee a Steward of the Parkhttps://www.jotform.com/form/261524252843152

07/19/2026

Come join us for a day of competition during the War Horse Event Series presented by Foundation Equine Clinic !

Spectators, volunteers and competitors alike will be taking to Carolina Horse Park. Remember: Spectating is always free!
High Time Photography

07/14/2026

You don't have to be a rider to enjoy a day at Carolina Horse Park.

Whether you're discovering equestrian sport for the first time, looking for a peaceful afternoon outdoors, or cheering on friends and family, there's always a place for you here.

Enjoy food vendors, stroll through the competition grounds, and experience the beauty of 315 acres in the North Carolina Sandhills.

Spectating is always FREE.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Carolina Horse Park exists to serve more than equestrian sport. We're a place where horses, community, and land come together, creating experiences that are accessible, welcoming, and memorable for everyone.

So the next time you see an event on our calendar, bring the family, invite a friend, or simply come enjoy the day. We'd love to welcome you to the Park. 💚

📅 View our upcoming events at www.carolinahorsepark.com

07/14/2026

The sky was so pretty yesterday evening! 🌧️ The rain was welcomed and cooled us right down! Fingers crossed for no rain this weekend as we head to a fun Warhorse Weekend!