About Us
Driven to create events where every attendee is rewarded and thrilled
About Us
Cascade Horse Shows LLC is a partnership of three entrepreneurial women with a passion for horses and a mission to produce exceptional hunter jumper equestrian events that delight competitors and spectators alike.
Our Shows
Our events include USEF “A” rated horse shows featuring thrilling grand prix jumper events, USHJA National Hunter Derbies, national equitation medal qualifiers, exclusives such as the Cascade DerbyCross™ and Captain Morgan Pro-Am Challenge, as well as children’s and pony events and more. Our 5-show season spans June through September:
- Swiftwater Invitational (June, week 1)
- Alpine Preview (June, week 2)
- Pacific Crest Open (July)
- Pacific Outreach (July)
- Cascade Finals (September)
Our events always feature free VIP exhibitor parties with complimentary food, drinks, and beer and wine (with donation). In addition, all competitors are automatically eligible for our annual Cascade Circuit Cup Awards.
In addition to our rated events, we are proud to bring hunter jumper competition to a broader audience through our Pacific Outreach show each July (running concurrently with our Pacific Crest Open show). Our Outreach event is open to horses and riders without USEF or USHJA memberships.
Our Story
Cascade Horse Shows was founded by passionate women horse-sport enthusiasts who resolved to bring back the days of fun, family-friendly competition to the Pacific Northwest. From our very first Swiftwater Invitational, Cascade shows offer unique exhibitor-focused experiences that are welcoming for elite riders and beginners alike.
While producing any of our shows requires a large team of dedicated individuals working together, they are all guided by our Cascade Horse Shows management team:
 Andrea SchroederShow management Andrea has produced horse shows for more than two decades while also being a senior firefighter lieutenant and paramedic. She has been riding and competing in both hunters and jumpers for 45 years. Currently she is showing her off-the-track thoroughbred Firehouse in the high adult amatuer jumpers all over the west coast. |  Jessica VaniaMarketing, PR, sponsorships From owning her first pony as an 8-year old, Jessica has loved and dreamed of a life with horses. Showing was out of reach for her as a girl, but after a successful technology marketing career she reconnected with her passion and began competing along the west coast. Her chestnut mare Retro Girl is her spirited and willing partner in the jumper ring. |  Nancy LewisFinance and operations After retiring from a notable management career, Nancy found her passion for horses while supporting her daughter's show career. She began riding and showing in hunter divisions up and down the west coast. She and her horse Winter Solstice now enjoy spending time together outside of the show ring. |
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Latest News
- Reminder: Renew Your Annual MembershipsNovember 16, 2019 - 6:28 am
Jennifer Hansen of Starfire Farm celebrates victory aboard Corona, owned by Caroline Nicefaro, at the Swiftwater Invitational. Image by Gary Voth.
- Arena Construction Moves Forward at the Washington State Horse ParkOctober 30, 2019 - 10:27 am
Works proceeds apace on the new covered arena at the Washington State Horse Park in Cle Elum, WA. Photo courtesy WSHP.
2019 Cascade Circuit Cup Champions NamedSeptember 19, 2019 - 10:48 am- Announcing the 2020 Cascade Show Season!September 18, 2019 - 7:03 am
Sundance Equestrian team members celebrate during the 2019 Alpine Preview. Image by Gary Voth