April 11, 2006 – East Dorset, Vermont – The Vermont Summer Festival is pleased to welcome Devoucoux as a Grand Prix sponsor of the five-week show jumping competition set to take place July 12 to August 13, 2006, in East Dorset, VT.

Devoucoux, French producers of handcrafted saddles, will sponsor the $30,000 Otter Creek Grand Prix, Presented by Devoucoux, held Sunday, July 23. Some of the biggest names in show jumping, including defending champion Jimmy Torano, will gather to take on the test set by renowned Canadian course designer, Michel Vaillancourt.

"We are proud to be a partner of such a beautiful and well organized event," noted Brice Goguet of Devoucoux. “We always enjoy the special environment that surrounds this event, and are looking forward to our continued success as the show continues to grow."

Throughout the five-week Vermont Summer Festival, Devoucoux will have an on-site sales booth making it easy for prospective buyers to 'try before they buy' in order to ensure the most comfortable fit for themselves and their horses. Known for an outstanding commitment to quality service, the Devoucoux salaried staff members are also there to ensure that past customers are completely satisfied with their purchases.

"We are thrilled to welcome Devoucoux as the presenting sponsor of the $30,000 Otter Creek Grand Prix," said Ruth Lacey, Marketing Executive for the Vermont Summer Festival. "Their products are of the highest caliber, and having Devoucoux representatives on-site for all five weeks of the Vermont Summer Festival demonstrates their outstanding commitment to customer service. Devoucoux's investment in the Vermont Summer Festival is one that our exhibitors will truly appreciate."

Founded by Jean-Michel Devoucoux in 1985, Devoucoux quickly established itself as a manufacturer of the highest quality saddles and accessories. Using only the finest French leather, Devoucoux currently offers 13 saddle models in a wide range of sizes and colors certain to satisfy the needs of the horse and the tastes of even the most discriminating rider. Current Olympic Champion Leslie Law of Great Britain and American Olympian Laura Kraut are among the numerous international dressage, show jumping and three day eventing competitors that ride in Devoucoux saddles.

New England’s largest “AA” rated hunter/jumper horse show, the Vermont Summer Festival offers over $600,000 in prize money, making it the richest sporting event in the state of Vermont. Each week of competition includes a $10,000 Friday Mini Prix, and, for the first four weeks of competition, a $30,000 Sunday Grand Prix. The 2006 Vermont Summer Festival closes with the grand finale, the $50,000 Vermont Summer Celebration Grand Prix on Sunday, August 13. Each of the five weeks also features a $10,000 Show Jumping Hall Of Fame High Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper class, part of the Show Jumping Hall of Fame Jumper Classic Series, and is also a member event of the Marshall & Sterling League and the North American League (NAL).

In addition to offering exhibitors a high quality horse show, the nearby village of Manchester provides an endless selection of lodging, restaurant, and shopping options.

For more information on the 2006 Vermont Summer Festival including sponsorship opportunities, or to download a prize list, please visit www.vt-summerfestival.com or e-mail: info@vt-summerfestival.com.