October 2026 Issue

October 2026 | EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN 37 Groffdale Barns specializes in custom horse barns and garages, built to match your exact needs and style. Located in the heart of Amish Lancaster County, PA, we’ve been crafting quality buildings since 1984. Whether you’re dreaming of a functional, elegant barn for your horses or a custom garage for your vehicles and equipment, we deliver a structure that blends craftsmanship, durability, and timeless design. Every detail—fromthe framing and roof, to the doors, windows, andfinishing touches—is builtwithprecisionand care. For our modular horse barns, much of the structure is built in our Strasburg, PA shop and then delivered to your property, saving you both time and money while minimizing disruption.We also build customgarages and larger barns right on your property, giving you complete freedom to choose the size, layout, and features that best fit yourneeds. In addition to new builds, Groffdale Barns is experienced in restoring and remodeling barns of all types. From historic timber frame barns to modern structures in need of updates, our craftsmen bring new life to old buildings while preserving their character. For over 40 years, customers across PA, NJ, MD, VA, and WV have trusted Groffdale Barns for one simple reason: we listen to what you want and build it to last. When you choose us, you’re working directly with skilled craftsmen who take pride in every cut, joint, and finish — ensuring your barn or garage is something you’ll be proud of for decades to come. Start planning your barn or garage today. Call (717) 687-8350 or visit groffdalebarns.com to see more of our work and request your free quote. CustomHorse Barns andGarages Built to Your Vision Call for FREE information 800-451-2230 • www.HorseDrinker.com Pastured horses need access to a clean, safe, consistent source of water. Bar- Bar-A Horse and Livestock Drinkers offers a non-electric automatic water source for horses, cattle, sheep, goats, bison, deer, elk, and hogs. With 35 years in the business, they provide clean, safe, fresh water on demand. The waterers eliminate standing water that can attract rats and provide a breeding area for mosquitoes. They do not need electricity to keep from freezing in the winter. “We are firm in our belief that animals, water, and electricity do not mix,” said Marketing Director Dave Anderson. “We have seen many times where an electric automatic waterer has been the sad reason in either killing an animal or making them sick because of dehydration. Some electrical currents are not detectable to the human hand or current meters but are very noticeable to the animal’s nose and delicate nervous system; causing them to stop drinking. Our units are not only free of these worries but are easy for the animals to learn to use and low maintenance for the caretaker.” Water stays cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Horses drink more because the temperature is always palatable. The waterers are low maintenance, so you can take that worry off your list, and self-cleaning as well. Bar-Bar-A drinkers work in barns as well. Call 800-451-2230 or visit horsedrinker.com to purchase. Give Your PasturedHorses Clean SafeWater Year-round FREE CLASSIFIEDS for East Coast Equestrian print subscribers! See page 50 for details.