Equestrian complex, just north of Dallas, Texas features boarding stables, indoor and outdoor arenas, paddocks and acres of horse riding trails.

GUNTER, TX – The Bridges at Preston Crossings (http://www.bridgestexas.com/), a master-planned community developed by Bluegreen Communities (http://www.bluegreencommunities.com/), is set to open its first-class equestrian complex on Saturday, November 21, 2009. The equestrian complex, located in Gunter, Texas, just north of Dallas, features boarding stables, indoor and outdoor arenas, paddocks and acres of horse riding trails.

Jeff White, of Whitehorse Farms in Prosper, and his staff will manage all of operations of The Bridges Equestrian Center. White is a former captain of the Texas Tech University polo team and has been training hunters and jumpers at Whitehorse since 2001.

"We are so excited to bring first-class equestrian activities to the residents of The Bridges, Gunter and the surrounding areas,” he said. “We are looking forward to meeting the people and providing them the opportunity to experience all that horses have to give."

Mr. White said the surrounding community and land create a perfect setting for the equestrian center.

"The many miles of riding trails, with lovely wooded areas, rolling hills and beautiful surroundings, make The Bridges Equestrian Center a premier facility,” he said. “When you add the high quality facilities, including the wonderful barns and arenas and the superlative care, this complex is beyond compare."

The Bridges at Preston Crossings will hold a grand opening event on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Bridges, located at 17970 FM 121 in Gunter, Texas. Event activities include Equestrian Center tours, hayrides, horseback riding, fishing on the 24-acre lake and more.

During the event, The Bridges will offer tours of its exclusive gated neighborhood, Timber Creek, which features one-half to 2 acre wooded and golf homesites. The equestrian complex and former ranch was the site of two Dallas Cattle Baron’s Balls. The facilities have also hosted polo matches and events attended by celebrities, political dignitaries, Grammy award-winning musicians and international royalty.

Perfect for daily living or a weekend retreat, The Bridges at Preston Crossings offers a variety of amenities for everyone. Home of the new Fred Couples Signature Golf Course, The Bridges caters to golfers and non-golfers with its spectacular 18-hole course, 6,000-sf clubhouse and bar and grill onsite. Future community amenities include a planned Amenities Complex with swimming pool, tennis courts and fitness area and miles of walking and riding trails. With other private parks planned within the community, living at The Bridges is like being at a resort every day.

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