April 2026 Issue

April 2026 | EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN 16 Horses want to be outdoors with their herd, but when the weather turns stormy and wet, you need a weather tight, spacious structure as well. Conowingo Builders, located in Quarryville, southern Lancaster County, PA, builds custom barns with lofty ceilings and excellent airflow. Uniquely, they design a lean-to style porch along the eave, where they install hoof grid and stone dust. This setup allows them to hang a few gates, creating an outdoor space for the horses that’s out of the rain yet open. It keeps them out of the meadow, preventing issues with mud while still giving them the chance to enjoy fresh air. A one stop shop, Conowingo Builders is a full service custom builder, providing help with initial design and planning, permits, site prep, construction, electrical, and plumbing as well as the details, like hanging hay racks, water buckets, cabinets, etc. Their barns are custom designed and meant to last for the long haul, with a proper foundation and higher quality materials, all built onsite where the homeowner can watch the process. Their exterior doors use a fairly new product, a powder coated aluminum that looks like stained wood, manufactured by J&E Grill Manufacturing. They offer board and batten metal siding, which is easy to install, nicer than the regular G100 ag panel, and has a 40 year paint warranty. Another unique feature is timber frame accents, to add detail and character to the exterior of the barn. Conowingo Builders is a small scale, full service, customconstruction company, specializing in horse barns, hobby barns, custom garages and timber frames. Lifelong horse owners, they understand the importance of having a functional, well-thought through barn to stable your horses and store your farm implements. To learn more, visit conowingobuilders.com, email steve@conowingobuilders. com or call (717) 725-2534. Fresh Air for the Horses from Conowingo Builders By the Sunrise Valley Construction Team Sunrise Valley Construction has earned a reputation across Pennsylvania and beyond for delivering expertly crafted barns and equestrian facilities that combine function, durability, and timeless design. Based in Lancaster County, the company is known for its Amish heritage, bringing generations of solid building expertise to every project. Specializing in custom equestrian construction, SVC builds everything from pole barns and indoor arenas to run-in sheds, tack rooms, and multi-use outbuildings. Each structure is designed to meet the unique needs of horse owners—whether for private farms, professional training operations, or equestrian event spaces. Attention is paid to layout, ventilation, stall safety, storage, and aesthetic detail, ensuring facilities that are both highly functional and visually striking. With a strong foundation in traditional craftsmanship and a commitment to modern performance, Sunrise Valley Construction provides long-lasting, high-quality buildings that reflect the values of the equestrian community. Projects are completed with efficiency, care, and an understanding of what makes a horse facility truly work. To learn more or to begin planning a custom equestrian project, contact Sunrise Valley Construction at (717) 354-8755 or visit sunrisevalleyconstruction.com . Build the Barn You’ve Always Imagined TELL OUR ADVERTISERS YOU FOUND THEM IN THE EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN! Pest Control, Pastures, Hay & Fencing Special Advertising Section