On April 7 my buddy Susan and I piled into her pickup and took a little road trip to Lancaster County. No, not the outlet malls. I'll let Susan describe our destination:
"One of the best and one of the most unusual places for equestrians to buy strap goods and supplies is Bartville Harness Shop in Christiana. Amish-owned and -operated, it’s a regional favorite for eventers, foxhunters and the Amish community. Nothing is elegant, but the quality is good and the prices can’t be beat.
"They make a lot of what they sell right on the premises, so if you have an odd-sized equine (think pairing size “S” pants with a size “M” shirt) semi- and fully-custom orders are no problem.
"Park next to a tethered horse and buggy, shop by gaslight; pay by cash or check; expect to hear a recorded message on the phone. This is a genuine “plain people” business devoid of touristy schlock and overpriced stock."
Susan had a hard time sticking to her list: she was sorely tempted by a 60-inch girth for her husband's huge horse, and a very attractive whip handle just the right size for her, and some charming leather sandwich boxes.
And continuing with the day's equine theme, on the way home she took me on a guided tour of the ravishingly beautiful Andrew's Bridge hunt territory along the Octoraro Creek.
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