Canadian Hall of Fame virtual auction launched

In conjunction with the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame Induction Gala taking place Wednesday, August 3, the organization has launched a virtual auction, making auction items available to induction gala guests and the general public.

Among the unique items being offered are:

• Halters worn by 3-generations of Thoroughbred Champions – Danzig, Langfuhr and Wando.  This spectacular, one-of-a-kind offering is from the personal collection of CHRHF Honoured Member as a Builder, Gustav Schickedanz, and has been donated by the Schickedanz family.  Authenticity certificates from Claiborne Farm (Danzig) and Schönberg Farm (Langfuhr and Wando) are included.
• Framed, artist proof of Man o’ War by artist Fred Stone.
• Bass fishing trip on the Niagara River with Hall of Fame Thoroughbred Trainer Reade Baker.
• Toronto Maple Leaf Tickets, provided by MLSE.
• Tickets to attend the 100th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Horse Show this November.
• Dinner for four at Woodbine Mohawk Park on Saturday, Sept. 3, Maple Leaf Trot and Canadian Pacing Derby night.
• A horse-themed quilt created by Vicki Bax, wife of Standardbred trainer John Bax.
• A collection of scrumptious preserves from the kitchen of Liz Waples, wife of Hall of Fame trainer Ron Waples.
• Autographed hockey jerseys…and much, much more!

The auction is now available to preview.  Bidding opens Saturday, July 30 at 10:00 am eastern, and continues until Wednesday, August 3, at 9:30 pm eastern.

To access the Canadian Horse Racing HOF Virtual Auction:

Text CHRH to (647) 371-1354 or Scan the QR code below

Then choose to participate via mobile.  You must complete your registration to participate (first name, last name, cell #, email)

All proceeds support the ongoing operations of the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame.

Pick up of items purchased will be available in the GTA.   Delivery arrangements can also be made at the purchaser’s expense.  Please contact admin@horseracinghalloffame.com with any questions.

Limited tickets to attend the CHRHF Induction Gala are still available by clicking here or by contacting 416-417-9404.

by Linda Rainey, for the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame