The Evergreen Classic Horse Show has it's roots in the Seattle area dating back to 1979 when two couples, the Johnson's and the Baierle's, wanted to establish a high caliber hunter/jumper event for equestrians in the Northwest. After it's humble beginning on the property where Gold Creek Athletic Club now stands, the show spent a number of years at Marymoor Park in Redmond where it climaxed in 2002 as a benefit for Northwest Children's Fund with a $50,000 Grand Prix.

After a significant fee increase by King County, the show moved to the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe. The show dates ownership was acquired by the WA State Hunter and Jumper Association (WSHAJA) which hired Emerald Horse Productions (EHP—Clare Warren, Jil Edwards, Jacquie Moore) to manage the show. The show was held in Monroe from 2003 through 2006 and during that time there were folks out looking for another beautiful, outdoor site for the show.

In September 2006, Carnation resident, Kevin Goyena, approached Bonnie and Gary Remlinger with the idea of Remlinger Farms hosting the show. Kevin took David Robinson, a local equestrian enthusiast and competitor, to the first meeting with the Remlingers where Gary and Bonnie introduced the two to a beautiful 80 acre piece of Remlinger property just a couple of miles from their main farm. Kevin and David contacted WSHAJA and EHP to tell them about this amazing site. Soon there was excitement growing in the local equestrian community for the potential of the Evergreen Classic returning to grass fields once again.

Very early in 2007 a decision had to be made—stay in Monroe for 2007 or make the move to the Remlinger property. EHP considered all the pros and cons and made the bold decision to move the show. Actions were set in motion to secure the use of the land, prepare the footing, find 500+ portable stalls, signup sponsors, and so much more.

With the determination of EHP and the support of the Remlingers, the show was a great success. The site was extremely well received by the exhibitors, show officials, vendors, and spectators. The local community was also very supportive of the event. There was a wonderful variety of vendors, local artists, and live music.

We now all look forward to returning to Carnation for the 2008 show and for years to come.