May 16, 2024 | Discover Ocala, Equestrian, Events
After Mystik Dan’s amazing, by-the-nose win at the 2024 Kentucky Derby, we’re still barely catching our breath – so we’re doubly in awe of the fact that he’s heading right back into the gate for the Preakness Stakes . There was some question as to whether the...
May 15, 2024 | All, Discover Ocala, Ecological, Equestrian, Sell, Showcase Properties of Central Florida
We’re lucky to have a lot of green and sprawling places in Marion County – lush, fertile farmland, pristine lakes and rivers, and an industry based around horses that places a value on keeping them healthy and thriving. In a way, conservation is embedded in the...
Apr 30, 2024 | Discover Ocala, Equestrian, Events
On or before the first week of May commences the annual mass pilgrimage, complete with gloves, hats, and the occasional parasol inundating Churchill Downs in what can only be described as a devotion. The gaggle of excited onlookers, the smell of roses, and the rustle...
Apr 29, 2024 | Discover Ocala, Equestrian, Events, Uncategorized
Welcome to Showcase’s guide to Kentucky Derby watching parties in Ocala, Florida, the Horse Capital of the World®. As Ocala’s leading real estate experts, we’re excited to share with you the best local events where you can catch all the Derby action....
Apr 12, 2024 | Buy, Discover Ocala, Equestrian, Properties, Showcase Properties of Central Florida
For many, waking up and watching horses grazing peacefully in their back yard is a dream come true. But, the cost and maintenance of a large farm can be challenging. Horse properties under ten acres let you enjoy the leisurely equestrian lifestyle you love with...
Feb 23, 2024 | All, Community Spotlight, Equestrian, Local Resources, Uncategorized
The Black Stallion Reading Project (BSRP) started at Ocala Horse Alliance (OHA) in 2020 with the mission of not only encouraging kids to improve and develop their reading skills, but also to fall in love with the written word and understand its connections to the...
